Stingray News

Ocean Bay Middle School creates a culture where students come

to discover and experience learning by collaborating with

teachers and peers. We strive to build a strong foundation and to

understand and appreciate the wealth we see in each other.

Furthermore, we believe in ourselves and our abilities to do great

things individually, but even greater things together.

Mr. Marcus Timmons - Principal

Mrs. Jennifer Mundy - Assistant Principal - 7th Grade and 6th Grade Girls

Mr. Kyle Brubaker - Assistant Principal - 8th Grade and 6th Grade Boys

The mission of Ocean Bay Middle School, a diverse student-centered learning community, is to guarantee that all students are fully prepared, successful contributors in a rapidly changing global society through relevant, rigorous, standards-driven personalized learning provided in a safe, nurturing environment.

Email: Secretary Tamicka Norfleet tnorfleet@horrycountyschools.net

Website: Ocean Bay Middle School Website

Address: 905 International Dr. Myrtle Beach, SC 29579

Phone: (843) 903-8420

Fax: (843)903-8421

Facebook: Ocean Bay Middle School Facebook

X: Ocean Bay Middle School Twitter

April

1 ~ HCS Technology Fair

2 ~ Report Cards Issued via parent email

2 ~ Career Fair

3-10 ~ Spring Break (schools and offices closed)

19-25 ~ National Library Week20-24 ~ Spring Book Fair

23 ~ Spring Choir Concert @ 6PM

25 ~ Earth Day at the Bay

28 ~ 7/8th Grade Spring Band Concert @ 6PM

May

4-8 ~ Teacher Appreciation Week

5 ~ Interim reports issued

5 ~ 7/8th Grade Orchestra Concert @ 6PM

8 ~ 8th Grade Dance

25 ~ Memorial Day, Schools Closed

27 ~ Ray Day at the Bay

June

1 ~ 6th Grade Awards Ceremony @ 9 AM

2 ~ 7th Grade Awards Ceremony @ 9 AM

3 ~ 8th Grade Awards Ceremony @ 9 AM / Early Dismissal @ 1PM

4 ~ Last Day of School - Early Dismissal @ 1pm

Click on the link for the 25 - 26 School Calendar (includes Spanish version).

Breakfast

Everyday we offer cereal, poptarts and yogurt cup

Mon: Chicken biscuit

Tues: Mini pancakes

Wed: Blueberry muffin or cinnamon roll

Thurs: Breakfast pizza or bagel w/ cream cheese

Fri: No School!!!

Lunch

Everyday we offer a variety of entrees, including uncrustable, turkey & cheese, chef salad, yogurt parfait w/ granola

Mon: Hamburger steak and gravy or pepperoni pizza, mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, garlic bread

Tues: Walking nachos w/ queso or cheese pizza, pinto beans, lettuce & tomato, buttered corn

Wed: Bosco sticks w/ marinara or cheeseburger, French fries, lettuce, tomato, pickles

Thurs: Chicken sandwich or pizza, green beans, garden salad

Fri: No school!!!

All students in Horry County Schools will receive free breakfast and lunch during the 2025-2026 school year as part of the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program.

Students will still have the option to purchase additional meals, food & snack items, and beverages at à la carte prices. À la carte items can be paid for in cash or by prepayment on the student’s cafeteria account.

Ocean Bay Middle School is proud to offer every student the opportunity to participate in our Extended Learning Program for additional academic support outside of the regular school day. Your student is invited to participate in our Rays Extended Learning Program.

In the Rays Extended Learning Program, sessions will be held in the afternoons on Tuesday and Thursday from after school until 4:45 PM, beginning on September 23, 2025.

Students will receive assistance on content area assignments, homework, and any missing assignments reflected from PowerSchool. Students will have the opportunity to work on digital content as well.

A permission form is required. Students are not required to attend every session offered. They may attend as needed.

Bus transportation will NOT be provided. All students are to be picked up by 4:45 PM. If your student is not picked up by 5:00 PM, it is possible that your child will be unable to participate in the afternoon Extended Learning Program.

Our middle schoolers reviewed our school-wide procedures today with a helpful one-pager Clear expectations = a great year ahead!

Congrats to OBMS 8th Grade Social Studies teacher, Mrs. Tabitha Barnes, for being named HCS Rookie Teacher of the Year. We are so proud of you!

Congratulations to sixth-grader Kane Kepple, our OBMS Student of the Week for Week 29!
Kane was nominated by his social studies teacher, Mr. Justin Floyd, who shared:
“Kane is an excellent student who always puts forth his best effort and participates regularly in class. He also shows kindness and positivity to others and sets a good example for his peers. Keep up the great work, Kane!” Kane was nominated again this week by his ELA teacher Ms. Mysholowsky who agreed with everything Mr. Floyd said. We are so proud of you, Kane! Keep shining and leading by example!

Congratulations to our Week 30 OBMS Student of the Week, Urbyn Courtney!

Urbyn was nominated by his 7th-grade social studies teacher, Mrs. Kathryn West. Mrs. West shares:

“Urbyn Courtney is an outstanding student who consistently demonstrates kindness, responsibility, and determination. He is always willing to help his classmates and does so with patience and encouragement. Urbyn brings a positive attitude to class each day and actively participates in discussions and activities. He works hard on every assignment and shows perseverance, never giving up even when work becomes challenging.”

Congratulations Ella McManus for being chosen as the Winner of the WAVES of the Future Art Contest for the Middle School level. She will receive two tickets to the performance where she will receive the $100.00 prize and be recognized on Sunday, April 19th at 4:00pm.

Ocean Bay Middle School's 2026 Battle of the Books team. Pictured are Adrianna Rini, Kinsey Zaenger, Maddison Rich, Cameron Barnes, & Emelyn Stefaniuk (Captain). Advisors Mrs. Meg Williams & Mrs. Kimberly Lovette. We are so proud of their efforts this year!

Congratulations to Mason Schroyer who pitched a complete game in a 16-0 shutout win with Zack Schroyer catching!

Congratulations to our 7th and 8th grade students for their superior ratings on the Concert Performance Assessment !!

OBMS proudly celebrates Women’s History Month as we honor the strength, courage, and achievements of women who have shaped our world and continue to inspire future generations.

On Friday, April 24th, students will have the opportunity to participate in a grade level dodgeball tournament, which will take place during their discovery classes. This tournament is a fundraiser, meaning students will pay to participate and spectate. The winning team will face off against their grade level teachers during our spring pep rally on Wednesday, April 29th.

In order for students to participate, they must pay $10 per individual (~$80-100 per team) and also submit a team form to Mrs. Tyskewicz (room 804). Participants are based on a first paid, first served basis. Teams and cash payments are due by Thursday, April 2nd.

In order for students to spectate, they must pay $5 by the tournament date. 8th grade representatives will visit classrooms during advisory to collect payments. Students may also pay directly to Mrs. Tyskewicz (room 804).

Greetings from the OBM School Counseling Dept,

Each year Ocean Bay Middle School gives students the opportunity to learn about careers in our community through a school-wide Career Fair. Our Career Fair program has been very successful over the years because of wonderful people like you, who generously donate their time. We truly appreciate your participation.

Please use the link provided below to share your contact information if you're interested in participating in our annual Career Fair on Thursday April 2nd from 9:00 am- 11:30 am.

Check-In and breakfast for the event will be from 8:00-8:30 am; 20-minute rotations will run from 9:00 am-11:00 am (4-5 sessions in total).

Hello 7th Grade Parents/Guardians!

Your student should have come home with a bright orange permission slip for our TopGolf field trip that will take place on Wednesday, April 1st, 2026. Please be on the lookout for this! Permission slip and $25 payment on MyPayments Plus are due by Friday, March 20th.

Ocean Bay Middle School’s 17th Annual Earth Day at the Bay is back!

April 25th
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

We’d LOVE for community partners, local businesses, and organizations to join us! Tables are FREE, and it’s a fun, family-friendly event with crafts, science activities, and extra credit opportunities for students.

Can’t attend? You can still support by sending promotional items for our student prize bags (300+ given out last year ).
Please share this post and help us spread the word—we’d love to see you there!

#EarthDayAtTheBay #OceanBayMS #CommunityEvent #EarthDay2026

Each year Ocean Bay’s Earth Day at the Bay holds a Poster Art Contest. Winners of the poster receive a poster of all the winners for their schools (High, Middle, and Elementary) in addition they receive postcards with their artwork. The cost for these items from a print shop are approximately $250.00. We are looking for a Print shop or a sponsor that would be willing to assist us. The sponsor will receive free advertising on our Earth Day at the Bay Tye Dye T-shirts (a $150.00 value). We deeply appreciate any help we can get. Thank you for considering!

Please contact Cindy Lilly at CLilly001@horrycountyschools.net if you can assist.

Registration is now open for our Coastal Creatives Saturday Sessions through our Office of Outreach!

The Coastal Creatives Saturday Sessions are held in Conway and provide a fun opportunity for current 6th-8th-grade students to work together to explore creativity, take on design challenges, build community, and make connections. Held at Horry-Georgetown Technical College, this program is designed for students in the Pee Dee region who are ready to explore the arts in new ways!

These half-day sessions will be held on February 28th and April 18th and cost $40 per student. Financial assistance is available.

Athletic Spirit Buttons for Sale!

Show your Stingray pride with spirit buttons! Cost:

Small: $5.00

Large: $8.00

Purchase through My Payments Plus.

Ms. Hubbard already has football and cheerleading photos available. If you’d like a button for another sport (at CFHS) and already have your photos, just email your picture to jhubbard@horrycountyschools.net

Let’s cheer on our athletes in style!

Rent the Spirit Rock Now Available on My Payments Plus!

This is a great way to celebrate your child's birthday or accomplishment.

1st semester dates are now available.

2nd semester dates will be added in December.

Cost is $15.

If you are in need of food please use the links below to find the nearest food bank and distribution calendar.

Meets every Thursday from 3:30 - 4:45

• American Sign Language Club

• Meets Every Tuesday 7:50 - 8:20am

• Room 608

• See Mr. Del Castillo for more info

Meets the 1st Wednesday of each Month

Sewing Club meets every Wednesday from 3:30 - 4:45 pm in Mrs. Baran's Room 812

• Meeting Times: First & Third Tuesday of each month 3:30-4:45pm

• Meets in Room 713

  Sponsor(s): Mrs. Lilly, Mr. Del Castillo & Mr. Woodson

Student council is open to all 6th-8th grade students. Student council is a group of student leaders who work with adult advisors to collaborate with others to impact their school community. These students will participate in school fundraisers, create student events, work on school improvement projects, and participate in community outreach.

Student Council meets every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the Month in the Media Center from 3:30 - 4:30 pm.

Meets every Wednesday from 3:45 - 4:45 in Mr. Sperling's Room. Mr. Morris and Mr. Sperling sponsor this club.

Unified Sports will meet every 1st and 3rd Thursday in the Gym from 8am-8:30am. If anyone is interested in joining they can get the forms from Mrs. Whitmore in room 512.

Next Meeting Tuesday November 18th.

Per Carolina Forest transportation bus office, due to our buses being at capacity; students can not ride home with a friend. We apologize for any inconveniences this may cause. Feel free to contact the bus office at 843-236-0705 if you have any questions or concerns.

If your child is going to be absent, please email OBMattendance@horrycountyschools.net regarding any attendance matters (i.e. absences, illnesses, medical notes, questions, etc). If your child is out sick you must have a medical excuse note from a doctor. Notify your child's teacher via the Parent PowerSchool account if you have any questions or concerns pertaining to the class assignments.

School safety is everyone’s responsibility! The single most effective preventative tool regarding school safety and security is the “If you see something, say something ®” protocol. It is critically important that if students see or hear something that is concerning, they say something to a trusted adult or report it below.

South Carolina Dental Screening Associates (SCDSA) are licensed dentists, dental hygienists and assistants that go into schools and other facilities throughout SC to provide dental services to children ages 1 - 19.

Parents do not have to miss work and students do not have to leave school, so routine dental care is easily managed by our program. We provide dental services and oral health education at on-site locations as needed or when requested.