Announcements Monday 03/16/2026:
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 16th, 2026. Please stand for the pledge…..
Happy Birthday today to Carter & Brantley C. Have a wonderful birthday guys!
6th Grade Youth Softball Camp Reminder. Forms and payment are due today.
Attention 6th Graders: if you are interested in joining Student Council for the 4th marking period, please grab an application from the office. The 2nd page of the application needs to be turned in by Friday. 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.
Attention 8th grade boys interested in playing High School Football. There will be a meeting in the Middle School Gym tomorrow during lunch.
Check out the Lost & Found for your personal belongings.
LUNCH:
Lasagna roll-up, side salad, peach cup 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: How many NBA championships did Michael Jordan win with the Chicago Bulls?
Answer: 6
Class: Mrs.Duckert
Note: One of the NBA's greatest dynasties, the Jordan-led Bulls won six NBA championships between 1991 and 1998 with two three-peats. All six of their championship teams featured Jordan along with fellow Hall of Famer Scottie Pippin and coach Phil Jackson.
Have a marvelous Monday everybody!
Announcements Tuesday 03/17/2026:
Tap O’The Mornin’ to yous! Welcome to Ovid-Elsie Middle School! Today is Tuesday, March 17th - St. Patrick’s Day!!! Please stand for the pledge…..
Good Morning, everyone! If you remember about a month ago Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow which meant six more weeks of cold weather. Well, I’ve got some good news. Starting next Monday, March 23, things are about to heat up because track season officially begins!
Track is open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. Here’s what you need to know to get started. First, you must have a physical on file, and your parents need to fill out the final forms online. Don’t forget to bring a water bottle to practice.
Practice begins at 3:15 in the gym and runs until 5:15 pm. If you have any questions, stop by and see Coach Snyder. Sign-ups are still happening in the office, so get down there and get your name in. We can’t wait to see you on the track!
Happy Birthday today to Liam F, Naomi T & Abe W. Have the luckiest of birthdays guys!
Attention 6th Graders: if you are interested in joining Student Council for the 4th marking period, please grab an application from the office.
8th grade boys interested in playing High School Football. There will be a meeting in the Middle School Gym today during lunch.
LUNCH:
Chicken quesadilla, black beans, mandarin oranges and milk.
We have a bonus Ms Holley’s Chuckle Time, St Patrick’s Day Edition:
Question: What did one Irish ghost say to another?
Answer: Tap o’the moaning to ya!
Have a terrific Tuesday everybody and remember it may not be easy but it will definitely be worth it!
Announcements Wednesday 03/18/2026:
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 18th, 2026. Please stand for the pledge…..
You have probably noticed that Student Council are hosting the Ovid-Elsie Rock-Paper-Scissors Battle - there is NO HIDING beads. They must be out of your shirts.
Also only battle kids in the same grade but you can challenge any teacher you want IF you have at least 5 beads!
Friendly reminder to turn those blue tickets in for our Marauder Raffle on March 25th
Starting next Monday, March 23rd, track season officially begins!
Track is open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. You must have a physical on file, and your parents need to fill out the final forms online. Don’t forget to bring a water bottle to practice.
Practice begins at 3:15 in the gym and runs until 5:15 pm. If you have any questions, stop by and see Coach Snyder. Sign-ups are still happening in the office, so get down there and get your name in. We can’t wait to see you on the track!
Attention 6th Graders: if you are interested in joining Student Council for the 4th marking period, please grab an application from the office. The 2nd page of the application needs to be turned in by Friday.
LUNCH:
Biscuit & gravy, sausage links, tater tots, fruit juice and milk.
It’s Hump Day and we now have the inspirational quote of the week to get you over the hump. Sometimes we all need to be reminded that we matter:
Quote: Never underestimate the difference you make or the lives you touch
Have a wonderful Wednesday everybody! We’re halfway there so let’s make the rest of this week really count!
Announcements Thursday 03/19/2026:
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 19th, 2026. Please stand for the pledge…..
Each year on March 21, people around the world recognize World Down Syndrome Day by wearing brightly colored, mismatched socks. This simple act helps start conversations, raise awareness, and celebrate the uniqueness and abilities of individuals with Down syndrome.
If you would like to show support to those with Down Syndrome, please consider wearing brightly colored mismatched socks tomorrow.
Friendly reminder to turn those blue tickets in for our Marauder Raffle on March 25th
Starting next Monday, March 23rd, track season officially begins!
Track is open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. You must have a physical on file, and your parents need to fill out the final forms online. Don’t forget to bring a water bottle to practice.
Practice begins at 3:15 in the gym and runs until 5:15 pm.
Attention 6th Graders: if you are interested in joining Student Council for the 4th marking period, please grab an application from the office. The 2nd page of the application needs to be turned in by Friday.
LUNCH:
Bosco stix, celery, cantaloupe 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 03/20/2026:
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 20th, 2026. Please stand for the pledge…..
Happy Birthday over the weekend to Max B, Dominic B, Paisley H and Isabella H. Have a wonderful birthday guys!
Each year on March 21, people around the world recognize World Down Syndrome Day by wearing brightly colored, mismatched socks. This simple act helps start conversations, raise awareness, and celebrate the uniqueness and abilities of individuals with Down syndrome.
If you would like to show support to those with Down Syndrome, please consider wearing brightly colored mismatched socks tomorrow.
Friendly reminder to turn those blue tickets in for our Marauder Raffle on March 25th
Starting on Monday track season begins and is open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. You must have a physical on file, and your parents need to fill out the final forms online. Bring a water bottle to practice.
Practice begins at 3:15 in the gym and runs until 5:15 pm.
Attention 6th Graders: if you are interested in joining Student Council for the 4th marking period, please grab an application from the office. The 2nd page of the application needs to be turned in by Friday.
In celebration of March is Reading Month we have Spirit Days next week:
Monday: Sweet Dreams About Reading - PJs
Tuesday: Sweet Reads and Character Day - Dress Like a Book Character
Wednesday: Scoop Into Reading - Neapolitan Class Color Day/
6th grade - brown
7th grade - white
8th grade - pink
Thursday: Sweet Words Are Everywhere - Wear Clothes With Words on Them
And just incase you forgot:
FRIDAY is Spring Break - NO SCHOOL!
LUNCH:
General Tso’s chicken, carrots, rice, blueberries 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: Why did the NBA player bring his suitcase to the game?
Answer: Because he travelled a lot.
Have a fantastic Friday everybody! It looks like today is a great day to have a great day!!