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Ocoee, FL
Pictured very top:
OMS Cardinals sporting their colors during last week's College T-Shirt Day as part of Red Ribbon Week '16 (story below).
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   OMS website300 South Bluford Ave. Ocoee, FL 34761 (407) 877-5035
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  Ocoee Middle School is the State Demonstration School for Technology. That sounds good...right? But what most people don't realize is that this designation really has less to do with the number of computers or the cutting edge gadgets, and more to do with the types of instruction that is happening. As schools (in fact the world) gain access to more and more tech, being the one with the most toys starts to become irrelevant. True, we have multiple platforms on campus allowing students to become proficient in both Windows and Apple based software. True, we have a long-standing title as an Apple Distinguished School. True, we have View Path Cameras that teachers can use to record lessons for student home use, co-teach with partners across campus or self reflect on lesson delivery. But it is the product of that commitment to technology that is important. Ocoee Middle School is the only school in Orange County that requires each and every 6th grader to take a digital elective, putting all students on a track to accelerated course work and industry certification. Ocoee Middle School was on the cutting edge in implementing ICT Digital tools programs a full year before the district pushed out its CAPE Digital Tool initiative. That year, 347 Ocoee students earned Digital Tool Certificates. The next highest school was below 50. Last year, the opportunity to earn these certificates existed in all middle schools, but once again, Ocoee MS was on top earning more certificates than all other OCPS schools combined. With course offerings like Video Game Design and Digital Photography students can explore their creative side through technology. Career and Technical Education- Industry Certificates available in Microsoft Office Suite and high school credit available Digital Video Production (HS) only add to the solid foundation of tech curriculum offered at each grade level. All of these programs and many more work together to provide Ocoee Middle School students with and incredibly unique high school preparatory experience. So the next time you hear the term "State Demonstration School for Technology" fly by, you can proudly tell everyone that your child goes to that school and that it's not just about the tech...but what the students are learning!!
Mr. Sam Davis
Principal
Ocoee Middle School
(407) 877-5035
"An Apple Distinguished School"
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Upcoming Events This Week
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Wednesday, November 2
- AWAY Volleyball Game vs Apopka MS, 5:00-7:00pm, Apopka MS
Thursday, November 3
- Battle of the Books, 4:00-5:00pm, Media Center
Save the Date:
Sunday, November 6th
- End of Daylight Savings, Set Clocks Back 1 Hour
Wednesday, November 9th
- HOME Volleyball Game vs. Robinswood MS, OMS Gym, 5:00-7:00pm
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* Vital Signs analysis courtesy of Ms. Kelsey Bergh
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Cardinal R.E.D. - This Week's Faculty Highlight
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Mrs. Tara Moore, 6th Grade Dean "I nominate Mrs. Tara Moore, 6th grade Dean. Since the beginning of the school year, she has set the tone for how she expects her students to behave in the lunch room and on campus. She is very consistent, and is not afraid to approach any student to address an issue. She has the tone in her voice that makes you snap to attention, yet soft enough to let them know she cares. I see her throughout the day on campus, and she is always talking to the students and always makes time for them. Whenever she comes in for coffee in the morning, she talks to my staff with respect and is genuine. I have been pleasantly surprised by everything that she does around campus and the community." Nominated by: Matt Thompson, Cafeteria Manager
Mrs. Moore with Mr. Thompson, the prior week's recipient of the Cardinal R.E.D. Award
(Oct. 2016).
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Caught by surprise! Mrs. Moore about to receive the Cardinal R.E.D. Award from Mr. Thompson in one of the breezeways last week.
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Last week OMS recognized and celebrated Red Ribbon Week. Thank you to our amazing faculty, staff, and students for making Red Ribbon Week a huge success by raising awareness for such an important cause! OMS pledges to be Drug Free.
- Monday - Wear Red Day
- Tuesday - Wacky Tacky Day
- Wednesday - College T-shirt Day
- Thursday - Hat Day ($1 Donation for hat to the SAFE program)
- Friday - Wear a Super Hero T-shirt Day
Ms. McCoy, Attendance Clerk, is pictured just above during last Thursday's Hat Day. Ms. McCoy's last day was Thursday, Oct. 27th at OMS. She will be missed by the ENTIRE Cardinal family and while we are sad to see her go, we wish her the best of luck in her new endeavor within OCPS.
Make no mistake . . . these are 3 superheros!
OMS Deans: Mr. Walton, Ms. Moore, and Ms. Thomas on Super Hero T-Shirt Day.
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These Cardinals know exactly who their favorite Super Heros are!
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Ms.Nadine Joseph (8th Grade Reading) during last Tuesday's Wacky Tacky Tuesday
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Still More Red Ribbon Week '16!
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Students from last Monday's 'Wear Red Day'
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Wacky Tacky Day
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Wacky Tacky Day - A Lunch
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Wacky Tacky Day - B Lunch
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HAIL TO THE VICTORS! Volleyball teams off to a terrific start!Congratulations to the OMS boys' and girls' volleyball teams for winning their first volleyball games of the season! Both teams played Piedmont Lakes Middle School on Wednesday, October 26th. The girls won in 2 sets, 25-4 and 25-16, and the boys won in 3 sets, 29-27, lost the second set 32-30, but came back to win the third set 15 - 6. Great job, OMS!
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District Magnet Fairs - November 2016
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There will be a magnet fair showcasing high school magnet programs on Thursday, November 10, 2016, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Colonial High School, main campus and gymnasium. Secondary school magnet programs will also conduct an Open House meeting during the month of January 2017. Open House dates and tour dates are posted on the School Choice website at www.schoolchoice.ocps.net. The 2017-2018 Magnet Application Period will be open from November 1, 2016, to February 15, 2017. For more information regarding magnet programs, the application process, and the lottery, please visit www.schoolchoice.ocps.net.
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National PTA Reflections Arts Program
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The National PTA Reflections program encourages students of all ages and abilities to explore and be involved in the arts in an educational way. Through the program, National PTA, Ocoee Middle School PTSA and PTAs across the country urge students in preschool through grade 12 to create and submit original works of art in the medium of their choice- dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography and visual arts - reflecting on a specific theme. There also is a special artist division option for students with disabilities to ensure that all students have the opportunity to participate in the program. Students are recognized each year for their artistic ingenuity to bring the theme to life in a way that is personal and meaningful. Founded in 1969, the National PTA Reflections engages nearly 300,000 students and their families in arts education activities each year-encouraging students to explore the arts for fun and recognition. For more information about the program, visit PTA.org/Reflections. About PTA: PTAŽ comprises of families, students, teachers, administrators, and business and community leaders devoted to the educational success of children and the promotion of parent involvement in schools. PTA is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit association that prides itself on being a powerful voice for all children, a relevant resource for families and communities, and a strong advocate for public education. Membership in PTA is open to anyone who wants to be involved and make a difference for the education, health, and welfare of children and youth. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8dpI20guJg |
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