Ontario Middle School 2014 2015 OMS Ontario Middle

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 OMS

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Welcome back! Our staff is ready and excited to work with your children this year. Some advice:

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Some advice to our parents: • Get involved with your children at OMS. • Visit the school. • Communicate with the teachers. • Ask questions. When the school, parents, and community are all involved, everyone benefits!!!

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 “A” Pledge for our Students: I am an Adolescent. If I have good Attendance, a great Attitude, and participate in school Activities, I will Achieve in my Academics. I need to be Accountable for my Actions and be an Architect in my Adventure at OMS. If I use the best of my Ability, I can Apply, Adapt, and Advance to the next level. I am an Adolescent and I am Awesome.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Advice to our students: • • You will be offered a more challenging curriculum. Go for it!!! Make new friends. Participate in activities at school. Make good choices. Seek advice from your parents, teachers, counselor, and principal. When we all work together and get involved, you will truly benefit!!!

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Meet the staff and crew of our school…

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Office

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Julie Brokaw, Principal

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Diane Cunningham, Guidance

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Jeanette Ohl Secretary

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Diana Wendling, Secretary/Aide

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Julia Miller, Librarian

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Adam Gongwer, School Resource Officer

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Sixth Grade Staff

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Zack Canfield, Social Studies

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Kelley Caporini, M ath

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Janey Fulk, Science

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Carrie Murray, Language Arts

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Meredith Wendling, Literature

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Seventh Grade Staff

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Barry Beer, Math

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Scott Cardwell, Sci ence

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Renee Davis, Social Studies

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Maureen Johnson, Language Arts

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Alison Turnbaugh, Literature

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Eighth Grade Staff

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Kim Sorensen, Literature

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Annalee Stover, Math/ Algebra

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Angela Tagg, Language Arts

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Michael Tagg, Social Studies

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 John White, Science

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Intervention Specialist Staff

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Patti Case

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Paulette Huber

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Lauren Reichenbach

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Brock Spurling

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Instructional Aides Gretchen Adkins Kelley Mottayaw Kristen Straub Jacque Tucker Deb Weber

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Specials Arts/Tech/ Music

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Cary Carcione, PE

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 April Furr, Choir/Music

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Lana Garberich, Art

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Rod Miller, Industrial Tech

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Ted Mutti, PE

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Carol Rinehart, PE/Health

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Mike Schwall, Band/Music

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Melissa Vannest, FCCLA

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Special Services

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Terri Drushell, Speech Nurses: Annette Mangun Melissa Schaffer

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Margot Caldwell, Special Education Coordinator Karling Ward, School Psychologist

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Physical and Occupational Therapy Staff Christine Mc. Elfresh Linda Williams, and Amy Jarvis

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Cooks Betty Clegg Sue Wentz Anna Whittaker Wendy Williams

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Custodians Randy Hanlon Trisha Russlee Randal Thompson

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Bus Drivers Lucille Boebel Donna Clark Rebecca Clark Belinda Crawford Pat Duffner Tonya Flanegan Jenn Forsythe Brenda Grassel Lisa James Cindy Kleilein Bobbie O’Day Tim Pruner Lori Santymer Nancy Shafer Raena Van Houten Sue Wentz Maggie Windbigler

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Additional Important Information

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Mission Statement OMS

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 The mission of Ontario Middle School is to encourage Outstanding citizenship and Motivated learning with Skills for life.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Warrior PRIDE Code of Conduct

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Punctuality – to school, class, and with work Respect – for all people and property Individuality – shared and appreciated Discipline – of self Enthusiasm – for life and learning

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Discipline Students Ontario Middle School students are expected to demonstrate a high degree of self-discipline as stated in the Code of Conduct. Staff Code of Conduct

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Disciplinary Procedures and other information • • • Teacher-directed consequences Discussion Detention Discipline form Denial of school privileges Friday School Suspension Expulsion Searches Cameras

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Hallway Conduct No horseplay!!! Students are to be orderly and not running or pushing other students. Students need to have a hall pass when in the hallway during class time.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Grade Book Teachers and parents have the capability to have continuous information about a student’s educational progress.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 No person on the basis of Non sex, race, color, national Discrimination Policy origin, or handicap, will be excluded from participation.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Dress Code

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Dress Code Do’s Clothes should be: • Clean • Good taste • Non-disruptive • Free of safety hazards

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Dress Code Don'ts Clothes should not show: • • • Cleavage Midriffs Ripped garments Undergarments Too much leg (shorts or skirts) Items promoted like drugs, alcohol, or unhealthy activities • Poor taste

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Some other Don'ts NO: • Sleeveless shirts for boys and girls • Pajama bottoms or tops • Slippers • Coats worn during the day • Hats worn during the day • Sagging

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Wearing appropriate and clean clothing will help your child be ready to learn. They will be safe and it will not disrupt the educational process.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 OMS Sports

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Fall Sports Volleyball – Girls Football – Boys Cheerleading – Girls Cross Country – Boys and Girls

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Winter Sports Swimming – Boys and Girls Basketball – Boys and Girls Wrestling – Boys Cheerleading – Girls

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Spring Sports Track – Boys and Girls

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 A Day at OMS

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Students are expected to be here on time.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Warning Bell at 7: 45 Tardy Bell at 7: 49

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Absences need to be reported. Call the absentee number 419 -755 -2004 or OMS number 419529 -5507 to report your child off from school.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 School Closings: WMAN 1400 WSWR 100. 1 WVNO 106. 1 WNCO 101. 3 WMFD TV 68

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Release Bell at 2: 52

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Each student will be assigned a locker. Locks with a combination lock may be used. Students are responsible for keeping the locker in excellent condition. Locks will be cut off if there is a concern or just cause to search the locker. Lockers

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Library: Students may come to the library during study halls and by arrangement of classroom teachers.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Book bags: During the day, book bags must remain in the lockers.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Guidance: Looking for some help? Help is available with Mrs. Cunningham. She will work with individuals and groups. Topics include: • Personal issues • Self-awareness • Self-understanding • Adolescence • Responsibility • Setting goals • Peer mediation

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Lunch at OMS

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Students can pack or buy a school lunch. A daily lunch is $2. 75.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Lunches are purchased though a PIN (Personal Identification Number) system.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Charges not to exceed $15. 00

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 • Money can be deposited in your child’s account.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Food and drink remain in the cafeteria.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Other opportunities at OMS: Student Council Academic Challenge Newspaper Staff Year Book Staff

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Transportation to and from OMS

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Code of Conduct applies to all school transportation.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Students who utilize bus service are expected to respect the driver, all passengers, and the equipment.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Guidelines: • Wait until the bus has come to a complete stop. • Cross if needed, 10 feet in front of the bus. Driver needs to see you. • Stay seated while in motion. • Stay in the same, assigned seat.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 More Bus Guidelines: • Keep all parts of your body, including arms, inside the bus. • Keep all items in your book bag. • Nothing is to be thrown on the bus. • Students are to be silent at a railroad crossing. It is the law. • Respond immediately to the driver directions and requests.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 WCDs Wireless Communication Devices

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Guidelines for WCDs: • Students may use WCDs before and after school. • Students may use WCDs during their lunch period. • Students may use WCDs on a school bus if it is allowed by the driver. • Students must have the device on vibrate or silent mode.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Some More WCDs Guidelines: • Students may not use WCDs if they create a distraction, disruption or otherwise interfere with the educational environment. • Students may not access the Internet websites that are blocked to students at school.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 WCDs Even More Guidelines: • Students are prohibited from using WCDs to capture, record or transmit the words and images of any student, staff member, or other person in the school. Without consent is an invasion of privacy rights.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 WCDs Cell Phone Guidelines: Students using their phones in class will have the cell phones taken and sent to the office. First time – student will pick up at the end of the day. Second – Parent will need to pick the phone up. Third – Friday School will be issued.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Board policy 5517. 01 Bullying and Other Forms of Aggressive Behavior: Students are prohibited from using WCDs in a way to transmit and share material that is threatening, obscene, disruptive, or sexually explicit. Violations shall result in disciplinary action.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Visitors To OMS

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 All visitors must report to the school office upon arrival. • • Enter the first set of doors. Buzz in to the secretary. Go directly to office when buzzed in. When possible, make advanced arrangements to visit the school.

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Important Dates on the Calendar

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 • • • August 18, 2014 – OMS Open House from 7: 00 – 8: 00 August 20 – First Day of Classes for students September 1– No School – Labor Day October 9 – Early Release Day – students out at 1: 55 – PD Teachers October 10 – No School for Students– Teacher In-service November 6 and 13– Parent/Teacher Conferences – 4 – 7: 30 November 25 – Early Release Day – out at 1: 55 November 26, 27, and 28 – Thanksgiving Break December 1– No School – Comp day for P/T Conferences December 4 – Early Release Day – out at 1: 55 – PD Teachers December 19 – Early Release Day – out at 1: 55 December 22 – January 2 – Christmas and New Year’s Vacation

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 • • • January 19 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – No School February 12 and 19 – Parent/Teacher Conferences – 4 – 7: 30 February 16– Presidents’ Day – No School March 6– Early Release Day – out at 1: 55 – PD Teachers March 30– No School – Comp day for P/T Conferences March 31 – April 3 – Spring Vacation – No School April 18 – No School – Good Friday April 30 – Early Release Day – out at 1: 55 – PD Teachers May 25 – Memorial Day – No School May 28 – Last day for students May 29 – Graduation OHS

Ontario Middle School 2014 - 2015 Again, Welcome to Ontario Middle School. We wish everyone a fantastic year of school. Your children will grow academically, emotionally, physically, and socially. Good luck to everyone!!!