Owen Valley Middle School

Reminder: Back to School Night is Thursday, August 1 from 5 PM - 7 PM. Students will be able to pick up their schedule, tour the building to find their classrooms, meet some of the teachers, and practice their lockers as many times as they like. We are also happy to announce we will have representatives from a variety of student groups including: FFA, Band, and Student Council In addition: Owen County Health Department (handing out hygiene supplies and socks). Families can purchase Chromebook Insurance for their student. Representatives from Insurance Pros will be at OVMS on August 1st. This is a great way to protect their device. Cup of Joy Food Truck will be at OVMS. Cup of Joy specializes in coffees (hot and iced), teas, and fruit refreshers, and Thanks to the generosity of the Owen County Purdue Extension Office, the Hidden in Plain Sight Traveling Trailer will be at OVMS Back to School Night. This will give parents and guardians a look at where our teenagers may be hiding illegal substances. You won't want to miss this event! Come see us from 5PM - 7 PM.

For the safety of our staff and students, due to construction, open toe shoes will not be permitted at OVMS this year. Staff and students will need to wear closed toe shoes until our construction project is completed. Thank you for your assistance.

The Owen Valley Middle School Administration Offices will officially open on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. The office hours will be 7:30 - 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Staff will be available in their temporary office in Classroom 118 (across from the gym). Parents/Guardians can access the office through Entrance #10 (Athletic Entrance) on the southside of the building. The main entrance is expected to reopen when school starts on August 7th. Thank you for your understanding as we make improvements to our facilities.

As everyone has heard, OVMS is receiving some updates (secure entrance, new office suite, relocating the library, adding student collaboration rooms, and improvements to the teachers' lounge). The office has been relocated to room 111 (science classroom). This will be our office until January. The ironic part is that this classroom was Mr. Potts' room before becoming the assistant principal. OVMS office will open on Wednesday, July 24. Here's to a great school year

2024-2025 OVMS School Supply List. Students may bring their supplies on August 1 from 5 PM - 7 PM or on the first day of school. Beginning on Thursday, July 18th, the OVMS School Supply List will be available on teacherlists.com. You can order your supplies with one click from major retailers like Walmart, Target, Amazon, or Staples.

Owen Valley Middle School is excited to announce our 2024 Back-To-School Night. Students will be able to pick-up schedules, learn where their classes are, and practice their lockers as many times as they need to. Come visit us on Thursday, August 1, 5 PM - 7 PM.

Wow, it is hard to believe we are less than one month from school starting. I wanted to send a quick message to families. As you know, incoming 8th graders for the 2024-2025 school year were able to take their Chromebooks home for the summer. If your child's Chromebook was damaged this summer, please drop it off at your earliest convenience to Brinson Insurance at 770 East Morgan Street in Spencer. All damaged Chromebooks will be repaired under the insurance plan purchased by the school corporation for the summer. Enjoy the last few days of summer vacation. If you have any questions, you may email me at tarthur@socs.k12.in.us or call central office at 812.829.2233 to leave a message. Sincerly, Tom Arthur, Principal Owen Valley Middle School.

Congratulations to the OVMS Academic Super Bowl Team! OVMS finished 3rd in the Western Division in English, Math, and Social Studies! OVMS competed at Sarah Scott Middle School in Terre Haute.

Owen Valley Middle School is excited to announce our new athletic director. Jaclyn Totten was approved by the SOCS School Board at their regular meeting on April 11th. Mrs. Jaclyn has years of experience with basketball, softball, track and field, and cheerleading. Mrs. Totten will officially begin her duties on April 22.

Students have been hard at work and having fun preparing for their upcoming essay in Ms. Kennedy's class.

Transition from one school to another can be difficult. OVMS is working hard to ease the transition from 6th grade to 7th grade. 6th graders from all four SOCS elementary schools visited OVMS, toured the building, and were able to learn about the opportunities at OVMS. 6th grade parents will have an opportunity in May to learn about 7th grade and the expectations of middle school. Prior to school starting they will be able to pick up their schedules early, find their classes, and practice opening their locker. We look forward to seeing the class of 2030 next year!

OVMS is still accepting orders for the 2023-2024 Yearbook. Don't miss your opportunity to capture memories from middle school. Follow the link below to order. OVMS Yearbook Code: 14924824 https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob?aspxerrorpath=/Order/SelectJobb

OVMS is still accepting orders for the 2023-2024 Yearbook. Don't miss your opportunity to capture memories from middle school. Follow the link below to order. OVMS Yearbook Code: 14924824 https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob?aspxerrorpath=/Order/SelectJobb

7th Grade is WIC Champions. Final Score OV 29, North Putnam 8

The Lady Patriots are WIC East Champions. Let's send the ladies off with style. Spirit Days: Monday: Jersey Day Tuesday: Red, White, and Blue Day

OVMS is excited to offer a fan bus to the WIC Girls Basketball Championship Game on Tuesday, February 27th at North Clay Middle School in Brazil. Thanks to Meineke Car Care Center: All Students who sign-up will get free entrance into the Championship Game. Pizza will be provided after school Cheer Coach Goodwin will teach students cheers for the game. Bus will department OVMS at 5:00 PM from the rear parking lot. We will return to OVMS following the 8th grade Championship Game at approximately 9 PM. This opportunity is limited to 50 students. To sign-up, students need to complete the form by clicking the link below. Permission slips must be turned in by Tuesday.

It's a great day to be a Patriot! 8th grade is the WIC East Division CHAMPIONS! The Lady Patriots will play the overall Championship Game against the winner of the East Division on Tuesday, February 27 at 6:00 PM at North Clay.

WIC East Division CHAMPIONS! The 7th Grade Lady Patriots are WIC East Division Champions. The Lady Patriots will take on the winner of the West Division on Tuesday, February 27th at 6:00 PM at North Clay Middle School in Brazil. Photo Credit: Tabitha Freeman

Due to the impending snow, tonight's Sweetheart Dance has been postponed until next Friday (February 23rd). The dance will be from 6 PM - 8 PM

Girls Basketball 8th Grade Night will be Tuesday, February 27, 2024 following the 7th grade game (approximately 6:45 PM). 7th grade game will begin at 6:00 PM. The Lady Patriots will take on the Trojans of Tri-North.