Please remember that if you are a morning car rider and arrive when there are 2 lines of cars, you must wait for the whistle before you dismiss from your car.

The OMMS Library will be hosting a Follett Book Fair October 16th-23rd. Traditional students will be visiting the fair with their ELA class. If you would like to purchase a digital gift card for your student please visit https://www.follettbookfairs.com/gift-cards/. Remote students can shop our online fair here https://efairs.follettbookfairs.com/guest/home?classCode=Z242G  and choose REMOTE as their teacher. Orders will be delivered to the school and available for pickup ASAP after the fair closes.  Please visit the OMMS Library page to view the book fair flyer.  https://sites.google.com/shelbyed.org/ommsmediacenter/home

Enrolling in Publix Partners is an easy way to support OMMS!  See the attached information!

Scholars Bowl Tryouts for all grade levels will be on Tuesday, October 20th from 3-4pm in room A-2.  Parents should pick up under the bus canopy outside door #3.  Please go to the Scholars Bowl blog on the OMMS website and complete the Google form if you are interested in trying out.  

Any 7th or 8th grader interested in being on the JUNA (Junior United Nations Assembly) Team is invited to pick up an application outside of room A17 starting tomorrow.  Applications will be due October 21st.

Tomorrow we will celebrate “Funky Friday”!  Deck out in your groovy tie dye or bright colors (within school dress code).

Wrestlers need to go to room A-8 to pick up the sports participation forms.  If you played a fall sport you will not need to get a packet. 

Phase 1 Community Service Group Applications.  Making a difference begins with you!  We are a community service group that meets after school once per month to help in our school and community.  We will accept applications from past members and current 6^th grade students.  Due to Covid 19, we will have a smaller group this year.  Applications may be picked up outside of A-19 (Mrs. Nobles) and returned there as well.  Application deadline is Friday, October 24, 2020 with no acceptions.

Tryouts for the 2020-21 OMMS Tennis Team will be separated by boys and girls. The girls tryouts will be held Monday, October 26 at 4:00 at Inverness Racquet Club. The boys tryouts will be held Monday, November 2 at 4:00 at Inverness Racquet Club. Players interested in trying out should sign up with Coach Burdett in room B10. Each player trying out must bring a racquet and a can of 3 tennis balls labeled with the player’s initials in Sharpie.  All students must have all paperwork 100% completed in DragonFly Max before they are eligible to tryout.

DonorsChoose is an amazing website where individuals can contribute to public schools. Their mission is to make it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education. Here is a list of projects from teachers at OMMS that could use your help: Hailey Carter, 6th Grade ELA and Science Teacher (Link:  t.ly/eQ3z), Niki Turpen, 8th Grade Science Teacher (Link: t.ly/QF5y)

Taste of Shelby County 2020 has a new look! Even though we cannot meet in person this year, we can still: 1. Support our schools 2. Support local businesses  3. Get great deals on delicious local food and beverages! You can purchase a Taste of Shelby County Golden Ticket for only $25 and receive exclusive Taste of Shelby County offers at any of the participating Places to Taste. Offers valid Oct. 15-31st!  Click the image below or visit www.tasteofshelbycounty.com for more info, view the offers, and to purchase tickets!

BSN is offering a 48 hour flash sale starting today through 10/15 at 11:59 P.M. EST. This promotion is good for 20% off EVERYTHING, no minimum purchase required.

National School Bus Safety Week is October 19-23!  Information attached.

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At a time when our society is faced with uncertainty and our schools are challenged both socially and financially as a result of Covid 19, your continued kindness and generosity are deeply appreciated. Thank you for contributing hand sanitizers, tissues, Lysol, and wipes to help in efforts to keep the school as clean and disinfected as possible.  In addition to helping us maintain the highest of standards while keeping our students and staff safe, your generosity is uplifting to all of us and deeply appreciated.  Please continue to contribute as you can.  You would be surprised how quickly we go through cleaning supplies. 

I also want to express our deepest appreciation to the Church of the Highlands and the Middle School Ministry team at the Greystone campus.  On Tuesday, staff members from the Greystone campus presented us with a variety of items that included the following:  Three cases of the bioesque disinfectant (a $450 retail value) that is used to fog our classrooms and common areas throughout the school.  This chemical kills Covid 19 and other potential viruses.  In addition, they brought 14 cases of paper towels (420 rolls), 900 microfiber towels, and seven cases of hand sanitizer that will also be utilized to protect our students and staff.

Furthermore, I would be remiss not to express our sincere appreciation and deepest thanks to the following community servants and businesses who have contributed their time and talents to OMMS and other OM schools during these uncertain times:

·         Thank you to volunteers from the Greystone campus’ Middle School Serve Team for giving up personal time on a recent Saturday to address landscaping needs on our campus.

·         Thank you to Country Financial for donating face masks with the OM logo for our entire faculty and staff.

·         Thank you to the North Shelby Fire Department and retiring Chief Buddy Tyler for obtaining several cases of hand sanitizers for classrooms that were distributed to all the Oak Mountain schools.

In summary, I cannot adequately put into words the deep appreciation to you (our parents) and for your continuous support and encouragement, in addition to the generous contributions from our amazing community organizations and their leaders.  You are appreciated!

Warmest regards,

Larry Haynes, Ed. D
Principal

LAST CALL FOR SPIRIT WEAR PICK-UP THRU TODAY:  If you ordered items from the Athletic Boosters Spirit Wear sale, today week is your last chance to claim those items.  Several items remain. Items are available for pick-up by a parent in the front office.  All items left unclaimed today will be donated to charity.

Thank you!

Please remember that if you are a morning car rider and arrive when there are 2 lines of cars, you must wait for the whistle before you dismiss from your car.LAST CALL FOR SPIRIT WEAR PICK-UP  NOW THRU OCT 15TH:  If you ordered items from the Athletic Boosters Spirit Wear sale, this week is your last chance to claim those items.  Several items remain. Items are available for pick-up by a parent in the front office.  All items left unclaimed on October 15th will be donated to charity.

The OMMS Library will be hosting a Follett Book Fair October 16th-23rd. Traditional students will be visiting the fair with their ELA class. If you would like to purchase a digital gift card for your student please visit https://www.follettbookfairs.com/gift-cards/. Remote students can shop our online fair here https://efairs.follettbookfairs.com/guest/home?classCode=Z242G  and choose REMOTE as their teacher. Orders will be delivered to the school and available for pickup ASAP after the fair closes.  Please visit the OMMS Library page to view the book fair flyer.  https://sites.google.com/shelbyed.org/ommsmediacenter/home

Enrolling in Publix Partners is an easy way to support OMMS!  See the attached information!

Any 7th or 8th grader interested in being on the JUNA (Junior United Nations Assembly) Team is invited to pick up an application outside of room A17 starting tomorrow.  Applications will be due October 21st.

This week we will celebrate “Funky Friday”!  Deck out in your groovy tie dye or bright colors (within school dress code).

Students that ride bus 09-35 will report to C-west hallway at dismissal today.

Wrestlers need to go to room A-8 to pick up the sports participation forms.  If you played a fall sport you will not need to get a packet. 

Phase 1 Community Service Group Applications.  Making a difference begins with you!  We are a community service group that meets after school once per month to help in our school and community.  We will accept applications from past members and current 6^th grade students.  Due to Covid 19, we will have a smaller group this year.  Applications may be picked up outside of A-19 (Mrs. Nobles) and returned there as well.  Application deadline is Friday, October 24, 2020 with no acceptions.

Tryouts for the 2020-21 OMMS Tennis Team will be separated by boys and girls. The girls tryouts will be held Monday, October 26 at 4:00 at Inverness Racquet Club. The boys tryouts will be held Monday, November 2 at 4:00 at Inverness Racquet Club. Players interested in trying out should sign up with Coach Burdett in room B10. Each player trying out must bring a racquet and a can of 3 tennis balls labeled with the player’s initials in Sharpie.  All students must have all paperwork 100% completed in DragonFly Max before they are eligible to tryout.

DonorsChoose is an amazing website where individuals can contribute to public schools. Their mission is to make it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education. Here is a list of projects from teachers at OMMS that could use your help: Hailey Carter, 6th Grade ELA and Science Teacher (Link:  t.ly/eQ3z), Niki Turpen, 8th Grade Science Teacher (Link: t.ly/QF5y)

Taste of Shelby County 2020 has a new look! Even though we cannot meet in person this year, we can still: 1. Support our schools 2. Support local businesses  3. Get great deals on delicious local food and beverages! You can purchase a Taste of Shelby County Golden Ticket for only $25 and receive exclusive Taste of Shelby County offers at any of the participating Places to Taste. Offers valid Oct. 15-31st!  Click the image below or visit www.tasteofshelbycounty.com for more info, view the offers, and to purchase tickets!

BSN is offering a 48 hour flash sale starting today through 10/15 at 11:59 P.M. EST. This promotion is good for 20% off EVERYTHING, no minimum purchase required.

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Please remember that if you are a morning car rider and arrive when there are 2 lines of cars, you must wait for the whistle before you dismiss from your car.

LAST CALL FOR SPIRIT WEAR PICK-UP  NOW THRU OCT 15TH:  If you ordered items from the Athletic Boosters Spirit Wear sale, this week is your last chance to claim those items.  Several items remain. Items are available for pick-up by a parent in the front office.  All items left unclaimed on October 15th will be donated to charity.

The OMMS Library will be hosting a Follett Book Fair October 16th-23rd. Traditional students will be visiting the fair with their ELA class. If you would like to purchase a digital gift card for your student please visit https://www.follettbookfairs.com/gift-cards/. Remote students can shop our online fair here https://efairs.follettbookfairs.com/guest/home?classCode=Z242G  and choose REMOTE as their teacher. Orders will be delivered to the school and available for pickup ASAP after the fair closes.  Please visit the OMMS Library page to view the book fair flyer.  https://sites.google.com/shelbyed.org/ommsmediacenter/home

Enrolling in Publix Partners is an easy way to support OMMS!  See the attached information!

Any 7th or 8th grader interested in being on the JUNA (Junior United Nations Assembly) Team is invited to pick up an application outside of room A17 starting tomorrow.  Applications will be due October 21st.

Students that ride bus 09-35 will report to C-west hallway at dismissal today.

Wrestlers need to go to room A-8 to pick up the sports participation forms.  If you played a fall sport you will not need to get a packet. 

DonorsChoose is an amazing website where individuals can contribute to public schools. Their mission is to make it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education. Here is a list of projects from teachers at OMMS that could use your help: Hailey Carter, 6th Grade ELA and Science Teacher (Link:  t.ly/eQ3z), Niki Turpen, 8th Grade Science Teacher (Link: t.ly/QF5y)

Taste of Shelby County 2020 has a new look! Even though we cannot meet in person this year, we can still: 1. Support our schools 2. Support local businesses  3. Get great deals on delicious local food and beverages! You can purchase a Taste of Shelby County Golden Ticket for only $25 and receive exclusive Taste of Shelby County offers at any of the participating Places to Taste. Offers valid Oct. 15-31st!  Click the image below or visit www.tasteofshelbycounty.com for more info, view the offers, and to purchase tickets!

BSN promotion for October is 20% off on your Sideline Store purchase! This promotion is good for the entire month of October. Offer ends on 10/31/20 at 11:59 P.M. EST.  https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/alabama/birmingham/oak-mountain-middle-school

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Please remember that if you are a morning car rider and arrive when there are 2 lines of cars, you must wait for the whistle before you dismiss from your car.

The OMMS Library will be hosting a Follett Book Fair October 16th-23rd. Traditional students will be visiting the fair with their ELA class. If you would like to purchase a digital gift card for your student please visit https://www.follettbookfairs.com/gift-cards/. Remote students can shop our online fair here https://efairs.follettbookfairs.com/guest/home?classCode=Z242G  and choose REMOTE as their teacher. Orders will be delivered to the school and available for pickup ASAP after the fair closes.  Please visit the OMMS Library page to view the book fair flyer.  https://sites.google.com/shelbyed.org/ommsmediacenter/home

Enrolling in Publix Partners is an easy way to support OMMS!  See the attached information!

SGA officers will meet today during advisory in A17.  Officers should check in with advisory teacher and they are asked to bring their backpacks with them.  All SGA officers and representatives will meet Tuesday morning at 7:20 in the cafeteria.  Bring backpacks and a device if you have one.

Any 7th or 8th grader interested in being on the JUNA (Junior United Nations Assembly) Team is invited to pick up an application outside of room A17 starting tomorrow.  Applications will be due October 21st.

DonorsChoose is an amazing website where individuals can contribute to public schools. Their mission is to make it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education. Here is a list of projects from teachers at OMMS that could use your help: Hailey Carter, 6th Grade ELA and Science Teacher (Link:  t.ly/eQ3z)

Taste of Shelby County 2020 has a new look! Even though we cannot meet in person this year, we can still: 1. Support our schools 2. Support local businesses  3. Get great deals on delicious local food and beverages! You can purchase a Taste of Shelby County Golden Ticket for only $25 and receive exclusive Taste of Shelby County offers at any of the participating Places to Taste. Offers valid Oct. 15-31st!  Click the image below or visit www.tasteofshelbycounty.com for more info, view the offers, and to purchase tickets!

BSN promotion for October is 20% off on your Sideline Store purchase! This promotion is good for the entire month of October. Offer ends on 10/31/20 at 11:59 P.M. EST.  https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/alabama/birmingham/oak-mountain-middle-school

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OMMS remote students may pick up lunches beginning today from 11:15 to 11:30 at door #7.  Please contact the OMMS Cafeteria at 205-682-5216 if you plan to pick up lunch.  Please leave a message if there is no answer.
Thank you!

The first day of the second nine-week period begins on October 12^th and is the first day of on-campus learning for remote-only students who are transitioning back to the traditional school setting. On that day, sixth grade students who are transitioning back to the traditional school setting should report to the media center to receive their on-campus schedules. In addition, seventh and eighth grade students should report to the lunchroom to receive their on-campus schedules.

As students transition back to school, students should also bring their school-issued chromebook or personal device back-and-forth from home to school. If your student is going to begin riding the bus to school, please complete the link below so that the bus driver knows to stop at your designated bus stop.

OMMS looks forward to welcoming our remote learners back to the on-campus setting!

https://forms.gle/J6G8nJEQZQeWR1fK8

Please remember that if you are a morning car rider and arrive when there are 2 lines of cars, you must wait for the whistle before you dismiss from your car.

The OMMS Library will be hosting a Follett Book Fair October 16th-23rd. Traditional students will be visiting the fair with their ELA class. If you would like to purchase a digital gift card for your student please visit https://www.follettbookfairs.com/gift-cards/. Remote students can shop our online fair here https://efairs.follettbookfairs.com/guest/home?classCode=Z242G  and choose REMOTE as their teacher. Orders will be delivered to the school and available for pickup ASAP after the fair closes.  Please visit the OMMS Library page to view the book fair flyer.  https://sites.google.com/shelbyed.org/ommsmediacenter/home

Enrolling in Publix Partners is an easy way to support OMMS!  See the attached information!

Tomorrow is a Teacher workday, no school for students.

SGA Officers need to plan to meet before school on Monday at 7:20am in A17.  All SGA members will meet next Tuesday at 7:20am in the cafeteria.

The 2020-2021 Debate Team Roster is posted outside Mrs. Taylor’s door (B-14).  Congratulations to those who made the team and thank you to all who tried out! Team members will receive an email from Mrs. Taylor by the end of the day today. 

Good luck to our XC team at the Helena Invitational Saturday!

Students that ride bus 09-35 and bus 03-05 will report to C-hall west with Mr. McGaughy at dismissal today.

DonorsChoose is an amazing website where individuals can contribute to public schools. Their mission is to make it easy for anyone to help a teacher in need, moving us closer to a nation where students in every community have the tools and experiences they need for a great education. Here is a list of projects from teachers at OMMS that could use your help: Kristi Turner, 6th Grade Science (Link:  t.ly/yAiz); Hailey Carter, 6th Grade ELA and Science Teacher (Link:  t.ly/eQ3z)

Taste of Shelby County 2020 has a new look! Even though we cannot meet in person this year, we can still: 1. Support our schools2. Support local businesses 3. Get great deals on delicious local food and beverages! You can purchase a Taste of Shelby County Golden Ticket for only $25 and receive exclusive Taste of Shelby County offers at any of the participating Places to Taste. Offers valid Oct. 15-31st!  Click the image below or visit www.tasteofshelbycounty.com for more info, view the offers, and to purchase tickets!

BSN promotion for October is 20% off on your Sideline Store purchase! This promotion is good for the entire month of October. Offer ends on 10/31/20 at 11:59 P.M. EST.  https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/alabama/birmingham/oak-mountain-middle-school
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Please remember that if you are a morning car rider and arrive when there are 2 lines of cars, you must wait for the whistle before you dismiss from your car.

The OMMS Library will be hosting a Follett Book Fair October 16th-23rd. Traditional students will be visiting the fair with their ELA class. If you would like to purchase a digital gift card for your student please visit https://www.follettbookfairs.com/gift-cards/. Remote students can shop our online fair here https://efairs.follettbookfairs.com/guest/home?classCode=Z242G  and choose REMOTE as their teacher. Orders will be delivered to the school and available for pickup ASAP after the fair closes.  Please visit the OMMS Library page to view the book fair flyer.  https://sites.google.com/shelbyed.org/ommsmediacenter/home

If you are missing a softball necklace, please see Coach Noel. 

Enrolling in Publix Partners is an easy way to support OMMS!  See the attached information!

Spirit week dress up days this week:  Thursday – Spirit Day

Friday is Teacher workday, no students.

Good luck to our football teams against Bumpus today at Heardmont.

Congratulations to the boys cross country team in their win at the Shelby County Championship.  The girls’ team placed second.  Individual recognition goes to Rachael W, Faith S, Alex T, Angel S, Luke J, Whitt K, Cooper J, Nate T, William W, and Lane F for their top ten finishes individually. 

Students that ride bus 09-35 and 10-12 should meet Mr. McGaughy on C-West hall at dismissal and should sit in their same places as yesterday.

Taste of Shelby County 2020 has a new look! Even though we cannot meet in person this year, we can still: 1. Support our schools 2. Support local businesses  3. Get great deals on delicious local food and beverages! You can purchase a Taste of Shelby County Golden Ticket for only $25 and receive exclusive Taste of Shelby County offers at any of the participating Places to Taste. Offers valid Oct. 15-31st!  Click the image below or visit www.tasteofshelbycounty.com for more info, view the offers, and to purchase tickets!

BSN is offering a 48 hour flash sale ending at 11:59 P.M. EST tonight! This promotion is good for 20% off EVERYTHING, no minimum purchase required.  https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/alabama/birmingham/oak-mountain-middle-school

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