Announcements Tuesday 09/08/2026:
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 September 8th, 2026. Please stand for the pledge…..
We had a very special staff birthday over the holiday weekend, our amazing admin assistant in the office, Mrs. Martenis, celebrated her birthday. Mrs M. we are so thankful that you joined our family. You are a bright, smiling presence when students might not be feeling well or need help. You make the middle school a nicer place to be! Happy Birthday!
LUNCH:
Chicken quesadilla, refried beans, strawberry cup and milk.
Student Challenge will be starting this Thursday morning in the IC before school! If you don't know what it is, it's for any middle schooler looking to grow in their faith. It starts at 7:37 in the IC. Any questions, see Mrs. Willbanks or Mrs. Bushard.
In celebration of National Star Trek Day we have a special Terrific Trivia Tuesday question for you. Dial 1420 when your class has an answer:
Question: What is the name of the Vulcan character in Star Trek who is the first officer of the starship USS Enterprise and who is famous for saying, “Live long and prosper”?
Answer: Mr Spock
Class: Grandstaff.
Notes: Spock is the iconic half-human, half-Vulcan fictional character in the Star Trek media franchise, best known as the logical science officer of the starship USS Enterprise.
Have a terrific Tuesday everybody! Live long & prosper!
Announcements Wednesday 09/09/2026:
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 Wednesday September 9th, 2026. Please stand for the pledge…..
Breakfast clean up
Student Challenge will be starting this Thursday morning in the IC before school! If you don't know what it is, it's for any middle schooler looking to grow in their faith. It starts at 7:37 in the IC. Any questions, see Mrs. Willbanks, or Mrs. Bushard.
There will be a parent meeting for the chess club on September 16th after school in room 103, Mr. Elliott's room. Anyone curious about Chess Club should stop by, learn more, and see what the team is all about.
LUNCH:
Orange chicken, carrot sticks, brown rice, strawberry cup and milk.
It’s Hump Day and we now have the inspirational quote of the week from Dr. Thomas Dooley to get you over the hump:
Quote: "Dedicate some of your life to others. Your dedication will not be a sacrifice. It will be an exhilarating experience because it is an intense effort applied toward a meaningful end."
Have a wonderful Wednesday everybody! We’re halfway there so let’s be efficient and make the rest of this week really count!
Announcements Thursday 08/20/2026:
Good morning staff and students! Student Challenge ran a little late today. Teachers please do not mark them as tardy.
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 September 10th, 2026. Please stand for the pledge…..
Next week is Homecoming and we are having a Spirit Week to celebrate:
Monday - Comfy Day (PJ & comfy clothing)
Tuesday - ESPN Day (Favorite jersey, athletic wear, team colors)
Wednesday - Red Carpet (Dress to impress or like a celebrity)
Thursday - Class Color (8th gr Blue, 7th Gr Red, 6th Gr Green or character in your class theme)
Friday - Spirit Day (Blue & Gold)
Your Citizenship Class has an announcement:
This year’s Monster Mile is October 9th during 7th hour. It is $15 to run and get a T-shirt, $2 to watch the race and enjoy the activities. There will also be other events, such as Cider, chalk, volleyball, football, cornhole and 9 Square are some of the fun events. and a bake sale so bring extra money for treats. Parents are allowed to run and watch the race. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place all get candy. If you want a shirt and to run, you must sign up by September 24th via the link in Rooms.
There will be a parent meeting for the chess club next Wednesday, September 16th after school in room 103, Mr. Elliott's room. Anyone curious about Chess Club should stop by, learn more, and see what the team is all about.
LUNCH:
Pizza, corn, 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 dedicate ourselves to making today RIDICULOUSLY amazing!
Announcements Friday 09/11/2026:
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 Friday September 11th, 2026. Please stand for the pledge…..
Happy Birthday today to Michael K. and over the weekend to Abby R. Have a wonderful birthday guys! We also have a very special staff birthday this weekend for Mrs Willbanks!! It’s her mission to bring a love of all things literary to every single person that she meets. She’s dedicated and creative and utterly devoted to her students and the school. She’s a warrior who keeps on smiling and bringing joy to others, no matter what! We love you Mrs Willbanks, Happy Birthday!
Next week is Homecoming and we are having a Spirit Week to celebrate:
Monday - Comfy Day (PJ & comfy clothing)
Tuesday - ESPN Day (Favorite jersey, athletic wear, team colors)
Wednesday - Red Carpet (Dress to impress or like a celebrity)
Thursday - Class Color (8th gr Blue, 7th Gr Red, 6th Gr Green or character in your class theme)
Friday - Spirit Day (Blue & Gold)
This year’s Monster Mile is October 9th during 7th hour. Sign up in Rooms if you want to run and get a T-shirt. It’s $15 to do so and $2 to watch the race and enjoy the fun activities, such as, volleyball, football, chalk, cornhole and 9 Square. There is also cider and a bake sale so bring extra money for treats. Parents are allowed to run and watch the race. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place all get candy. If you want a shirt and to run, you must sign up by September 24th via the link in Rooms.
LUNCH:
Chicken alfredo & a garlic breadstick, steamed broccoli, apple 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:
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Answer:
Have a fantastic Friday everybody! It looks like today is a great day to have a great day!!