In a breakout performance this Saturday, the OMS boys ended up taking home a trophy at the 2021 Spartan Spectacular! Athletes JT Piper (6th place, 12:04) and CJ Moore (10th, 12:15) led the pack, with Hollis Scheets (13:00), Clayton Piper (13:08), Tucker Garey (13:39), Kaleb Jacobs (13:54), and Evan Petri (14:02) rounding out the top 7. On the girl’s side, Olympia placed 7th. Mira Kistner led with a personal best time of 14:38. She was followed closely by Kamryn Rader (14:47) and Adriana Jenkins (14:48). Athletes Jersey Holloway (15:05), Nina Salvator (15:21), Natalie Collins (15:54), and Abigail Hoeft (16:44) also boasted impressive performances. A special thanks to all the parents, high school athletes, and staff who donated to or volunteered for our home meet. It was the fabulous Olympia community that made this happen! GO SPARTANS! Read the full article covering the event here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nxUKg6_evDBZaTlKUXtulGu4ST7qQVWzQo_2wOHiayE/edit?usp=sharing
almost 4 years ago, CJ Hamilton
Varsity boys take home a trophy!
JT & CJ finish up the first mile!
Coach Hamilton and Colby after winning a medal!
Battle of the Spartans tonight as Olympia takes on St. Joseph Ogden. Tonight is also JFL night and Mini Cheer night.
almost 4 years ago, MIKE CASTLEMAN
gameday
Students in Ms. Swartz’s Science class are in the midst of an investigation as they learn about plant growth. #SpartanScientists #LearningIsFun
almost 4 years ago, Alyssa Jones
Students in Ms. Swartz’s Science class are in the midst of an investigation as they learn about plant growth. #SpartanScientists #LearningIsFun
Students in Ms. Swartz’s Science class are in the midst of an investigation as they learn about plant growth. #SpartanScientists #LearningIsFun
Students in Ms. Swartz’s Science class are in the midst of an investigation as they learn about plant growth. #SpartanScientists #LearningIsFun
Students in Ms. Swartz’s Science class are in the midst of an investigation as they learn about plant growth. #SpartanScientists #LearningIsFun
Congratulations to the OMS boys on a phenomenal showing this past Saturday at Mahomet-Seymour. JT Piper lead the varsity with a personal best of 12:06. He was followed by Hollis Scheets (12:55), Clayton Piper (13:06), Kaleb Jacobs (13:16), Tucker Garey (13:28), Evan Petri (13:53), and Owen Knuffman (14:21). There was lots of success on the JV side too! Callan Clark (15:11), Hunter Fahsbender (15:44), Jacob Haines (18:49), Colton Hemphill (20:07), Wesley Hemphill (16:46), Jaymin Knox (15:39), Colby Maness (16:04), Wyatt Prince (18:12), and Reece Yero (16:06) all had season best performances. Nice job Spartans! The future looks bright!
almost 4 years ago, CJ Hamilton
Varsity boys after a great meet of personal bests!
7th grade students engaging in a pattern brain break. Short brain breaks during work time have been shown to have real benefits and they can help students focus and be more productive. Look at these engaged students!
about 4 years ago, Alyssa Jones
7th grade students engaging in a pattern brain break. Short brain breaks during work time have been shown to have real benefits and they can help students focus and be more productive. Look at these engaged students!
The Olympia boys and girls cross country teams had a great couple meets. On Saturday in Normal, the varsity boys all ran seasons bests. JT Piper led Olympia with a time of 12:49, followed by Hollis Scheets (13:06), CJ Moore (13:09), Kaleb Jacobs (13:56), Clayton Piper (14:04), Evan Petri (14:19), and Tuckery Garey (14:19). This ranks the boys 5th of 16 conference teams. The girls team was led by Mira Kister (15:36), followed by Kamryn Raider (15:38), Nina Salvator (16:08), Abby Hoeft (16:45), Jersey Holloway (16:57), Zoey Bowman (16:58), Adraian Jenkins (17:58), and Natalie Collins (17:58). On Monday’s meet in El Paso both the boys and girls placed 6th, with many athletes taking home hardware for their awesome performances! Medal winners included: TJ Piper, Hollis Scheets, Ethan LaBelle, Owen Knuffman, Callan Clark, Colby Maness, Jaymin Knox, Wyatt Prince, Mira Kistner, Kamryn Raider, Adriana Jenkins, and Ava Jenkins For most improved athlete, a special shout-out to Kennedi Craig. She took almost 3 minutes off her time to finish her race in 22:56. Great job Spartans!
about 4 years ago, CJ Hamilton
Our team took home plenty of hardware Monday! Great job team!
Varsity girls Mira and Kamryn!
Varsity boys TJ and Hollis!
OMS students participated in a Challenge Learning session where they engaged in creative and collaborative thinking. We are thankful for our continued partnership with Challenge Learning!
about 4 years ago, Alyssa Jones
OMS students participated in a Challenge Learning session where they engaged in creative and collaborative thinking. We are thankful for our continued partnership with Challenge Learning!
OMS students participated in a Challenge Learning session where they engaged in creative and collaborative thinking. We are thankful for our continued partnership with Challenge Learning!
OMS students participated in a Challenge Learning session where they engaged in creative and collaborative thinking. We are thankful for our continued partnership with Challenge Learning!
Congratulations to JT Piper and the boy’s cross-country team on their performances yesterday! JT finished 18th in a race of over 100 athletes at the Washington Panther Invite. His 2-mile time of 12:53 is a season record. Piper was followed by varsity athletes Hollis Scheets (13:36) CJ Moore (13:46) Paul Yeary (14:29) Clayton Piper (14:53) and Evan Petri (14:57). Great job Spartans!
about 4 years ago, CJ Hamilton
The first of many medals this season!
The middle school softball "B" games scheduled for today Aug. 24th at LeRoy have been cancelled. There will be practice.
about 4 years ago, MIKE CASTLEMAN
OMS Picture day is this Friday, August 27th. Order forms should have come home with your student last week. You can order online at inter-state.com/order using code 60165TA.
about 4 years ago, JACKIE HOLMES
MS Girls Basketball Tryouts will be Aug. 31st and Sept. 1st from 3:30 - 5:45pm in the OMS gym. You need a current physical and be registered on 8to18. Softball or cross-country athlete should plan on attending tryouts on Wed, Sept. 1st. Questions: jennifer.love@olympia.org
about 4 years ago, MIKE CASTLEMAN
Evening Shuttle Bus Information The Stanford/Danvers shuttle will be bus #22. The Atlanta/McLean/Waynesville shuttle will be bus #21. The Armington/Minier/Hopedale shuttle will be bus #3. The shuttle busses will depart the school at 6:00pm from the middle school side.
about 4 years ago, MIKE CASTLEMAN
Incoming 6th grade students had the chance to capture a momentous occasion- their first moments in middle school. We are so excited to welcome this new group of students. Welcome to OMS class of 2028! #StrongerTogether
about 4 years ago, Alyssa Jones
Incoming 6th grade students had the chance to capture a momentous occasion- their first moments in middle school. We are so excited to welcome this new group of students. Welcome to OMS class of 2028! #StrongerTogether
Incoming 6th grade students had the chance to capture a momentous occasion- their first moments in middle school. We are so excited to welcome this new group of students. Welcome to OMS class of 2028! #StrongerTogether
Incoming 6th grade students had the chance to capture a momentous occasion- their first moments in middle school. We are so excited to welcome this new group of students. Welcome to OMS class of 2028! #StrongerTogether
OMS Cross Country volunteer practice for tonight has been cancelled. Next volunteer practice will be @ 5:00 on Tuesday 8/17. Official practice will start Wednesday after school. All participants must be registered on 8to18 and have a current physical turned in.
about 4 years ago, Activities Dept.
Due to the weather, MS Baseball practice, HS girl's golf practice, MS cross country practice and HS boys soccer practice have all been cancelled today Aug. 12th. Middle school softball will practice varsity only in the middle school gym at 4:30pm.
about 4 years ago, MIKE CASTLEMAN
Activity Changes Due to the extreme heat today (8/10) OMS Softball game will start at 5:15. One game only. Varsity players need to be at the field at 4:00 Jv will practice from 5:00-7:00 OMS Baseball will practice from 5:00-6:30. OMS Cross Country is cancelled
about 4 years ago, Activities Dept.
We rolled out the #RedCarpet for the new Oly teachers and staff during our new teacher orientations! They are real #VIPs and we are lucky to have them at Olympia! #StrongerTogether
about 4 years ago, Alyssa Jones
We rolled out the #RedCarpet for the new Oly teachers and staff during our new teacher orientations! They are real #VIPs and we are lucky to have them at Olympia! #StrongerTogether
Middle School Baseball reminder: practice tomorrow (8/6) will be at 4:00. Practice Saturday (8/7) will be 10am.
about 4 years ago, Justin Lacefield
The Olympia Booster Club will have their next meeting on Thursday Aug. 12th at 6:00pm in the high school library. Please consider joining the Booster Club. All funds raised through their efforts go directly back to the high school and middle school sports and activities.
about 4 years ago, MIKE CASTLEMAN
Middle school baseball reminder. Times for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 7th grade time will be 4:30-6:00. 6th and 8th grade will try out from 5:30-7:00. Any questions please contact Coach Lacefield at justin.lacefield@olympia.org
about 4 years ago, Justin Lacefield