The Cardinal Connection. 
Monday, January 16, 2017

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I typically write these little notes before leaving campus on Friday evening to allow time for delivery of the newsletter toward the end of the weekend. This weekend we are all excited to have an extra day off on Monday in celebration of the life of Dr.. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his contribution to our society.

Report cards went home on Friday, and as I said earlier, I hope that parents take the time to celebrate those gains and refocus efforts on any lower than expected scores. Please take advantage of the resources the school is providing. Resources such as tutoring, parent teacher conferences, ProgressBook monitoring, and regular communication with teachers can make a huge impact on the academic success of your students.

I sincerely hope that everyone enjoys their extended weekend.

Mr. Sam Davis, Principal

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Upcoming Events
 
Monday, January 16th
  • No School- Student/Teacher Holiday
Tuesday, January 17th
  • Beta/NJHS Meeting, 4:00-5:00pm, Tigers Common Area
  • PTSA/SAC Meeting, 6:00-7:00pm, Media Center
Thursday, January 19th
  • Battle of the Books, 3:50-4:50pm, Media Center
Friday, January 20th
  • PTSA Winter Dance, 4:00-6:00pm, Cafeteria

Save the Date
January 23rd - January 27th
  • Celebrate Literacy Week!
Wednesday, January 25th
  • AWAY Basketball Game vs Apopka MS, 5:00pm, Apopka MS
Vital Signs


* Credit: Ms.Kelsey Bergh

Cardinal R.E.D. - This Week's Faculty Highlight
Faculty/Staff Member: Willie Davis (7th Grade Math/Algebra 1)

"I would like to nominate Willie Davis, 7th grade Math teacher. Willie's attitude, appearance, and calm tone sets a positive atmosphere for learning and developing relationships with students and adults. He is not only concerned about their academic success, but is genuinely interested in developing a relationship with them in order to help them grow as young people. He always strives to make sure that his students master the math skills in order to be prepared for 8th grade. As one of his current students said, 'He is the best math teacher ever!' He is a wonderful role model for our students, and also sets the bar high professionally for everyone on campus."

~ Nominated by: Lena Rigdon (ESE Para)


Mr. Davis with last week's Cardinal Red recipient, Ms. Rigdon
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About the Cardinal R.E.D. program:
The focus of OMS for the 2016-2017 school year centers on being Cardinal R.E.D.

R elationships, E fficiency and D riving in Degrees

It began the first week of school by Principal Davis nominating a teacher who he felt exemplified that focus especially well that week, and it continues each week by the previous week's nominated teacher nominating a colleague who they feel is following through with our mission of being Cardinal R.E.D.

PTSA Winter Dance - This Friday!

Tickets are on sale during all lunch shifts! Watch the trailer below!
Wekiva High Parent Night
Attention 8th grade students who are zoned for Wekiva HS . . .

Wekiva High School will be holding a Parent Information Night on January 26th from 6 - 8 pm for incoming 9th graders. Information about transitioning into high school and making course requests will be available. They will also have clubs, athletics, and academic programs/academies giving out information.

Spring Book Fair - Save the Date!

The OMS Spring Book Fair is set for March 3rd -March 10th. Mark your calendars!

OMS & OCPS Remembers Two of Our Community's Finest








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