Owen Valley Middle School

An amazing first day of school! Students participated in the "Toothpaste Challenge". They were given the task to empty a tube of toothpaste as quickly as possible. For phase 2, they had to put the toothpaste back in the tube using a toothpick. The activity was used to reminded students what we say or post on social media can always be said, but it can't be taken back. Our two words for 2023-2024 school year are respectful and responsible. It was an amazing first day of school! We're excited for the remainder of the year. Welcome Back, Patriots! #socs #middleschool

A new school year is upon us! The doors will open at 7:55 AM on Thursday. Students will report to the cafeteria for breakfast or gym. When the 8:03 bell rings, all students will report to the gym for an opening day assembly. At that time, students will receive their schedules. Following the assembly, students will be dismissed with their first period teacher. Teachers will then discuss items such as lunch, daily schedule, and additional time to practice opening their lockers! Let's make it a great year, Patriots! Welcome Back!

Please visit the website below to apply for meal assistance or to add money to your child's lunch account: linqconnect.com NOTE: If your student was eligible for Free or Reduced benefits during the 2022-2023 school year, they are still eligible for the first 30 days or until a new application is received.

Attention Students and Parents! We are thrilled to be able to offer an educational trip to explore Washington DC to our students and families next year! It is going to be fantastic! We would like every student to join us for this life-changing opportunity! Please join us on Monday, August 14 at 6:00 pm in the OVMS Cafeteria for our informational meeting for parents where we will cover the trip details, inclusions, financial assistance and fundraising tools available, and how to register. Check out the OVMS Washington DC Trip Website for more information. https://worldstrides.com/custom/2024-tom-arthur-dc-209947/ If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Arthur at tarthur@socs.k12.in.us or 812.829.2249 We look forward to seeing you there! We are excited to provide your student with this life-changing opportunity!

OVMS Students & Families: Thank you for attending our 2023 Back to School Night! We are excited for the upcoming school year! If you had locker issues this evening, please complete the form by clicking on the link below. We will make every effort to correct the issue before school starts. https://forms.gle/aTxJu3w5WvbfhLcR7

OVMS staff and parents will be hosting a PTO organizational meeting. The meeting will be tomorrow (Thus, July 20) at 6 PM. Come be a part of the team.

OVMS families, I have taken a new position as the Principal of Tzouanakis Intermediate School in Greencastle. The S-OCS Board approved my resignation at their meeting tonight. This is a bittersweet time for me as I leave my alma mater and the only district I have worked in as a teacher and administrator. Mr. Cline, Mr. Arthur, and I will be working to develop a transition plan that ensures the well-being of OVMS students and staff. I will do whatever it takes to make sure this goes smoothly. I will miss being a part of the OVMS family but will always be an OV Patriot! Thank you, Lisa Eldridge

Check out the Owen County Extension Homemakers display about our OVMS Adulting Club (sponsored by Judy Tucker) from the school year! #socsowen #beawesometoday

Have you registered your child for the upcoming school year? ✏️ All you need to do is click on the link below to register your child(ren) on Final Forms for the 2023-2024 school year: https://spencerowen-in.finalforms.com

Come visit our booth at the Owen County Fairgrounds! 🎡 We will have School Supply lists available for all of the elementary schools and the middle school, too. ✏️ Stop by and say hello! 👋🏻

Upcoming summer events and supply lists.

Enjoy the holiday!

These fabulous educators spent the past three days each creating and engaging a real world unit by designing a Project-Based Learning experience. Can you spot the OVMS staff? Great job! 👏🏻

Summer school is over at OVMS! Thank you to Mrs. Hayes, Miss Van Hook, Mr. Wilson, & Ms. Lisman for teaching! Our program, different from others, focuses on helping students who are doing well make progress in independent skills. Those who attended succeeded! Enjoy your summer!

Happy Father's Day to our parents, guardians, friends and staff members!

Mark your calendars!

OVMS is looking for a science teacher and a language arts teacher. Please apply or pass this onto to any qualified individuals!

Potential OVMS PTO If interested, I encourage you to attend a discussion meeting on Thurs, July 20, 6:00 p.m. at the Middle School. Your insights, ideas, and support will be crucial in shaping the PTO's direction and impact. Informational flyer attached. #beawesometoday

Welcome, Mr. Nicholas Julian! Our newest Inclusion teacher at Owen Valley Middle School was approved at tonight’s S-OCS School Board meeting. Also approved was Mr. James Davis, our newest science teacher (not pictured) We are excited to have them on our team! #beawesometoday

Sports Physicals Tuesday, June 13, 2023 2:00-6:00 PM Cost: $15.00 If your child plans to play any sports at OVMS (5th & 6th graders also) or OVHS during the next school year, they will need a valid physical on file before they are allowed to participate.