Announcements Monday 03/09/2026:
Good morning staff and students! Welcome to Ovid-Elsie Middle School where we are inspiring life-long learners to achieve their full potential and excel in a changing world. Today is Monday March 9th, 2026. Please stand for the pledge…..
Happy Birthday over the weekend to Troy L, Kenzie C, Isabella W and Leland B. Hope that you had a wonderful birthday guys! Today Jon P, Grant R and Jase S are celebrating their birthdays. Have an amazing day friends!
Just a reminder that at lunchtime you are not permitted in the hallway without a pass from your teacher. All grades use the lobby bathroom during lunches. Without a pass you will be written up.
Please check the lost & found. Items will be donated at Spring Break.
The 6th Grade Reward Party is coming up on Friday.
LUNCH:
Chicken tenders, pretzel stick, sweet potato fries, pears and milk.
And now it’s time for Manic Mystery Monday so pop your thinking caps on and teachers dial 1420 when you have heard the entire question and your class has an answer:
Question: Name one of the 2 US states that do not observe Daylight Saving Time.
Answer: Hawaii and Arizona (most of Arizona)
Class: Mrs. Cook
Note: As of 2026, the only two U.S. states that do not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST) are Hawaii and most of Arizona. The Navajo Nation, which covers part of northeastern Arizona, does observe DST to keep consistent with its territory in Utah and New Mexico.
Have a marvelous Monday everybody!
Announcements Tuesday 03/10/2026:
Good morning staff and students! Welcome to Ovid-Elsie Middle School where we are inspiring life-long learners to achieve their full potential and excel in a changing world. Today is Tuesday March 10th, 2026. Please stand for the pledge…..
Happy Birthday today to Lucy S. Have a wonderful birthday Lucy!
Student challenge wants to let you know that anyone is welcome to check out what we do on Thursday mornings in the IC. Starts at 7:37!
Also, student challenge is having an after school event THIS Friday from 3-430. We'll meet in the gym and have open basketball & 9 square, then we'll go to the IC for pizza and games. Anyone is welcome to come to this free event. See Mrs. Willbanks or the office for a flyer with more info.
Check out the Lost & Found for your personal belongings.
LUNCH:
Beef nachos, refried beans, applesauce and milk.
Have a terrific Tuesday everybody and remember it may not be easy but it will definitely be worth it!
Announcements Wednesday 03/11/2026:
Good morning staff and students! Welcome to Ovid-Elsie Middle School where we are inspiring life-long learners to achieve their full potential and excel in a changing world. Today is Wednesday March 11th, 2026. Please stand for the pledge…..
Student Challenge wants to let you know that anyone is welcome to check out what we do on Thursday mornings in the IC. Starts at 7:37!
Also, Student Challenge is having an after school event THIS Friday from 3-430. We'll meet in the gym and have open basketball & 9 square, then we'll go to the IC for pizza and games. Anyone is welcome to come to this free event. See Mrs. Willbanks or the office for a flyer with more info.
Attention 6th Graders: if you are interested in joining Student Council for the 4th marking period, please grab an application from the office between classes or at lunch. The 2nd page of the application needs to be turned in by next Friday the 20th. This will give you a chance to join in the fun & planning of our April & May events, and see if you'd like to join next year fo the full year. If you have any Student Council questions, see Mrs. Willbanks.
Check out the Lost & Found for your personal belongings.
LUNCH:
Sliced Turkey, Mashed potatoes & gravy with a dinner roll, fruit slushie and milk.
It’s Hump Day and we now have the inspirational quote of the week from Winston Churchill to get you over the hump:
Quote: Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.
Have a wonderful Wednesday everybody! We’re halfway there so let’s make the rest of this week really count!
Announcements Thursday 03/12/2026:
Good morning staff and students! Welcome to Ovid-Elsie Middle School where we are inspiring life-long learners to achieve their full potential and excel in a changing world. Today is Thursday, March 12th, 2026. Please stand for the pledge…..
Happy Birthday today to Tomas C, Kayden H, Lincoln and London P. Have an amazing day guys!
At lunchtime please either stay in the cafeteria or go to the gym. Once you have chosen, that is your choice for the rest of lunch. It disrupts students who are still in class if we have people going back and forth.
6th Grade Youth Softball Camp Reminder
Forms and payment are due Monday, March 16th
Information is available in the office
We also have a flyer in the office with info about the Student Challenge after school event THIS Friday from 3-430. We'll meet in the gym and have open basketball & 9 square, then we'll go to the IC for pizza and games. Anyone is welcome to come to this free event.
Attention 6th Graders: if you are interested in joining Student Council for the 4th marking period, please grab an application (you guessed it) from the office between classes or at lunch. The 2nd page of the application needs to be turned in by next Friday the 20th. This will give you a chance to join in the fun & planning of our April & May events, and see if you'd like to join next year for the full year. If you have any Student Council questions, see Mrs. Willbanks.
Check out the Lost & Found for your personal belongings.
LUNCH:
Pizza, green beans, pineapple and milk.
We will have concessions tomorrow at the end of the day so bring your monies for the sugar sling!
Have a tremendous Thursday everybody! Let’s make today RIDICULOUSLY amazing!
Announcements Friday 03/13/2026:
Good morning staff and students! Welcome to Ovid-Elsie Middle School where we are inspiring life-long learners to achieve their full potential and excel in a changing world. Today is Friday March 13th. Please stand for the pledge…..
Happy Birthday over the weekend to Alivia S and Ashton S. Have a wonderful birthday guys! We also have a very special staff birthday happening on Saturday. A HUGE happy birthday to Mrs Pontack in the office. Without Mrs P the whole school would grind to a halt!! She is creative in everything she touches from making all of our school processes run better to all of her work over the last couple of years with Student Council, decorating message boards and the mountains of announcements that go out on social media making us all look good!!! Thank you for everything that you do for us all Mrs P.. You keep us sane!
At lunchtime please either stay in the cafeteria or go to the gym. Once you have chosen, that is your choice for the rest of lunch. It disrupts students who are still in class if we have people going back and forth.
6th Grade Youth Softball Camp Reminder
Forms and payment are due on Monday. Information is available in the office
Student Challenge has an after school event THIS afternoon from 3-430. We'll meet in the gym and have open basketball & 9 square, then we'll go to the IC for pizza and games. Anyone is welcome to come to this free event.
Attention 6th Graders: if you are interested in joining Student Council for the 4th marking period, please grab an application (you guessed it) from the office between classes or at lunch. The 2nd page of the application needs to be turned in by next Friday the 20th. This will give you a chance to join in the fun & planning of our April & May events, and see if you'd like to join next year for the full year. If you have any Student Council questions, see Mrs. Willbanks.
Check out the Lost & Found for your personal belongings.
LUNCH:
Chicken patty sandwich, french fries, grapes and milk.
We have the sugar sling at the end of the day.
And now it’s time for the best time of the week, Ms. Holley’s Chuckle Time:
Question: What does a raincloud wear under its raincoat?
Answer: Thunderwear!
Have a fantastic Friday everybody! It looks like today is a great day to have a great day!!