Click here to watch OHS girls swim meet vs. St. Thomas More live @ 4:30 READ MORE >

The Olympia Transportation Department is currently looking for people that are interested in serving as substitute bus drivers and substitute bus aides. The Olympia School District offers paid training for people that are learning to become bus drivers. The starting wage is $17 per hour. All people have to do to get started to become a bus driver is pass... READ MORE >

Spartan Council's mission is to support the needs of our families and students. Due to the generosity of our Spartan Council Shout Out members, in the last month we have supported two families that had house fires, a family that was displaced, as well as families that needed gas cards to get their immunizations to attend school. Even in these difficult times,... READ MORE >

Click here to watch the OHS Girls Swim Meet live vs. Peoria Richwoods @ 4:30 READ MORE >

This year, the Olympia Theater Department is bringing the joy of theater to your living room! More details to come.....With no ticket sales this year though, we are seeking donations for the Olympia Theater Department to keep the magic going. Support the theater by donating to our GoFundMe! You can find more information here: shorturl.at/gtuQ6. Cash and checks... READ MORE >

Just a reminder that Monday, September 28th we will have a Teacher's Institute Day. There will be no student attendance on that day. READ MORE >

Homecoming Week Homecoming week is approaching very soon, Spartans! Due to current restrictions, this Homecoming will look a lot different than years in the past. The Homecoming theme for 2020 is Spartan Strong! All of the fall sports and activities will be showcased to congratulate the teams and students. Homecoming week is a competition where each grade competes... READ MORE >

Allison Spracklen, Library Media Tech at Olympia South, is in our Spartan Spotlight. Allison has gone above and beyond in helping our remote learning families get acclimated with the platform so that they can assist their children at home. Allison has met individually with multiple families to ensure questions are answered and the platform is accessible for... READ MORE >

OMS students demonstrating mastery of skills in a variety of ways using the stations rotations model. Great work! READ MORE >

Outside phone calls are not going through to North Elementary at this time. If you need to connect with ONE over the phone, you can call the following number directly:1-309-379-6011 ex. 3020We will update everyone when the issue is resolved. READ MORE >

We take student health and wellness seriously and want to do everything possible to help your child avoid food allergies that might disrupt their school day. Food allergen information for district menu items are now available to view anytime on the district website. It can be found here https://www.olympia.org/o/dist... or by going to links/menu/food allergen... READ MORE >

The annual Ministerial Alliance and First Responders safety meeting that was scheduled for tomorrow (Friday, September 11th) at the Minier Christian Church has been cancelled. We are very sorry for the inconvenience! We will get a reschedule date out to everyone as soon as one has been determined. READ MORE >

Several parents have reached out asking if the Spartan masks that were given to students and staff the first day of school would be available for purchase. The school only purchased enough to start the school year for our students and staff, but we have worked with the company that printed the masks for us to set up an online store so parents could purchase... READ MORE >

Internet and phone use has been restored at OSE. READ MORE >

We received information at 1:00 p.m. on Friday September 4th that the railroad crossings in Atlanta are all blocked by a stopped train. Inspectors are en route to find the problem, but we have no estimated time of solution.If your child walks home from school or the OHMS bus drop-off in Atlanta and this closure affects their after school route, please call the... READ MORE >

Click here to watch the girls swim meet vs. Pekin live at 4:30. READ MORE >

We are looking for sub custodians! If you are looking to join a great team and work for the school district, please contact Scott Thornton at (309)379-6011, ext 1118. READ MORE >

The USDA has extended flexibilities that will allow Olympia Food Service to offer free breakfast and lunch meals to all children into the fall months. This will help ensure all children have access to nutritious food as the country recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic. This announcement brings a huge relief to our school meal program and the communities we serve. ... READ MORE >

Wednesday, September 2nd is our first Early Release Day of the 20-21 school year. All preschool through 5th grade students will attend in person from 8:00am to noon on Wednesday. All 6th through 12th graders will be remote learning on Wednesday. The expectation for OHMS students is to log in during the shortened class blocks of the morning. If they are unable... READ MORE >

Good afternoon Olympia community, Please read the following communication from Dr. O’Donnell. Parent Communication: August 28 Thank you and stay safe! Laura O'Donnell | Superintendent I Olympia CUSD 16 READ MORE >

The September 23rd DIAL preschool screening has been cancelled. Given COVID restrictions, our programs are operating at 1/2 capacity and we are full. If you have a three or four year old child that has never been screened and you have developmental concerns, please contact your elementary school as individual assessments can be conducted. The next DIAL... READ MORE >

On Thursday August 27th the Executive Director of the IESA sent out a message to all member school clarifying the position of the IESA in regards to face coverings at outdoor events. The IESA has now indicated that as long as people are socially distanced at events, face coverings are not mandatory. We would like to thank the Director of the IESA, Mr. Steve... READ MORE >

Click here to watch the girls swim meet live today @ 4:30 READ MORE >

Please see the following statement that was released by Edmentum regarding the recent outages of Calvert Learning. We at Olympia remain committed to creating the best online learning environment possible for all of our students. Expect more communication, particularly around our iPad device users soon. Thank you for all of your patience so far. Let’s be a model... READ MORE >

Full Remote Learner Families: You can now track the service status of all Edmentum programs via a new site: http://status.edmentum.com/#. This will alert you to any service interruptions that the products may be experiencing. At Olympia we use Courseware (6-12) and Calvert Learning (K-5). READ MORE >

Hello families!In the past, PreK students have not attended school on Early Release days. This year, we will be doing things differently. We will alternate days when each class will be in attendance. On early release days, PreK classes will only take place from 8:00-10:15AM.The following table shows the dates each class will be in session during the 8:00-10:15AM... READ MORE >

Welcome Back Students and Families!As we all adapt to the changes this school year, you may have heard that the school libraries are not open. I am happy to say, that is not true! While students are not allowed into the library, we are bringing books into classrooms and doing our best to keep students reading. However, the easiest way for your students to access... READ MORE >

Calvert Learning (K-5*) courses are now accessible. You can follow the steps below to access your courses.Students should navigate to https://edmentum.maestrosis.com/ and sign in with their Olympia email address and the password that was delivered earlier in the week via email. If you have forgotten that password, you can use the Forgot Password button to send an... READ MORE >

Good morning Virtual Learning Families, Please reference the program below that applies to your family. We are working on solutions to issues that have arisen this morning.Edmentum PLATO Courseware (6-12)If your Google login is not working, or the Forgot Password option is not operating correctly this morning, please contact your counselor (OHS) or IT Director... READ MORE >

Parents - while we have completed rostering our virtual learning students within the Edmentum platform, the company is having difficulty keeping up with the demands from school districts. We received the following email this afternoon from Edmentum.Thank you for your patience. The information below is our current login information for our two learning platforms. ... READ MORE >

Last Thursday the 2020-21 new teachers began their journey with Olympia. They spent their first day collaborating and learning all about the Olympia District. We want to extend a warm welcome to the new teachers and wish them well as they embark on their first year of teaching in the District! The series of photos of the teachers below are broken up by the... READ MORE >

As you drive around the Olympia District you are bound to see several Kindergartner signs in the yards of our newest Olympia Spartans! The students and their parents attended Open House last night at each of the elementary buildings and they each got to take home their very own Proud Kindergartner sign. We would like to thank our sponsors: Minier Christian Church... READ MORE >

The town bus stop times have been posted and can be found HERE. Please note these times may need to be adjusted once we get the school year started. As the bus drivers drive the routes each day they will get a more accurate picture of their true route times. There have been many changes to the drivers routes and additional expectations at each stop. Please be... READ MORE >

Thank you to the Olympia families and community members that came out to the five buildings on the morning of August 17th to welcome the teachers back on their first official day of work. We appreciate all of the families and community members that were able to make it out and look forward to the start of school with our students on Wednesday! READ MORE >

Who: All virtual learning students who are enrolled in Edmentum for the fall semesterWhat: Chromebook/iPad pick upWhere: All Olympia schools (pickup the device at the building your student attends)When: Tuesday, August 18th from 3:00pm-5:30pmThe device pickup is only for those students doing online learning through Edmentum this fall. All students attending in... READ MORE >

The Olympia Food Service teams are excited to see the students back in the cafeterias this coming week. As always, we're prepared to offer healthy meals in a safe environment to our students. Please watch this video with your students for some information on what they will see upon returning to our school cafeterias.Thank You,Donna WatersDistrict Food Service... READ MORE >

A special Thank You to Chris Durham and Signs of Success for bringing Spartan spirit to Olympia West! We are ready to start this school year and welcome back all our students and their families. If you are in the area, make sure you drive by the school and check out the windows. #spartanstrong READ MORE >

One of our Olympia families and a staff member lost their homes in this week's fire in Minier. There will be a benefit on Sunday, August 16th at the St. John's UCC Faith Fellowship Hall in Minier from 11am-2pm. All proceeds from the meal will go to the fire fund established at First Farmer's State Bank to help those affected by the fire. READ MORE >

On Wednesday August 12th, the Illinois State Board of Education released a set of frequently asked questions with responses from the Illinois Department of Public Health in regards to schools reopening and their response to COVID-19. The Olympia School District will continue to use the guidance from the IDPH and our local Health Departments to guide and inform our... READ MORE >

Fan Attendance During COVID -19 During HOME MS Baseball, MS Softball, MS Cross Country, and HS Cross Country events, family members of the athletes will be allowed to attend. It will be required that you sign in on the log sheet as being in attendance at the game/meet. Each coach or sponsor of the above activities will share how this looks for the specific... READ MORE >

Due to social distancing concerns, this year’s OHS fall play will be a collection of monologues and duets that Mr. Kris and his crew will film and edit together into one showcase production. OHS students who are interested should email Mrs. Wade so she can prepare material. All material may be picked up from Mrs. Wade the week of August 24. NOTE: There is no... READ MORE >

The telephone lines to Olympia West Elementary are currently not working. If you need to contact Oly West, you can call 309-379-6011 and dial ext. 6001 to be transferred to the Oly West office. Sorry for the inconvenience! READ MORE >

The McLean County Health Department provided training to all custodial, food service and transportation staff on Monday. This training was delivered to each group separately so the groups could ask job specific questions and talk through COVID protocols with their Directors. Teachers, paraprofessionals and technology staff will be participating in McLean County... READ MORE >

Len Mueller is a man of multiple talents. Len drives a bus for Olympia and also spends an enormous amount of time working in our landscaped areas around the district. His work is amazing and we get compliments all the time from parents and community members about the areas in which he has worked. The pictures below show some of the areas in which you can see... READ MORE >

The students of Olympia that are in need of assistance with school supplies will receive a backpack full just in time for the start of school this year! The District collaborated with the Spartan Council and various local donors to collect tons of school supplies. They also received backpack donations from the Zachary Ryan Hawkins Foundation as well as the Minier... READ MORE >

The Transportation staff have been very busy trying to get everything set up for the start of the new school year. With the staggering of start times and the addition of requiring student temperature checks, our route times have been greatly impacted. The drivers are currently out driving routes and confirming times. We hope to have the times for our town stops... READ MORE >

Click HERE to view the Y-Pals flyer and find out how to get your students registered for before and after school care. Please contact Sarah Tunall (saraht@bnymca.org) at the YMCA if you have any questions READ MORE >

Zach Hawkins, a 2014 graduate of Olympia High School, unexpectedly passed away in the spring of 2020. In memory and honor of his life, his mother and grandmother decided to give back to the Olympia District. They created the Zachary Ryan Hawkins Foundation and plan to annually donate backpacks to the students of Olympia West Elementary. Zach's family are... READ MORE >

Good morning Olympia community, Each Monday during the summer I will be providing an update on COVID related issues as they relate to our district. Information can change quickly, so please take a moment to read these updates as they arrive in your inbox. Please read the full details here: COVID Communication: August 3rd Thank you, stay safe, and have a... READ MORE >

Good morning Olympia community, Each Monday during the summer I will be providing an update on COVID related issues as they relate to our district. Information can change quickly, so please take a moment to read these updates as they arrive in your inbox. Please read the full details here: COVID Communication: July 27 Thank you, stay safe, and have a... READ MORE >

On Saturday July 18th, 73 runners from the inaugural Olympia to Peoria St. Jude Run team conducted virtual runs to support the patients and families of St. Jude. The Olympia St. Jude team presented a check to St. Jude for $61,000, which is one of the highest totals ever for a first-year run team. The team would like to thank all of the Olympia Community that... READ MORE >

Curious what health related requirements your incoming Kindergartner has? Maybe you have a student moving to the middle school this year and you want to check that they are up to date on all their needed medical exams and immunizations? Click HERE to see what immunization and health requirements are needed for the different grade levels. Also click HERE to be... READ MORE >

Good morning Olympia community, Each Monday during the summer I will be providing an update on COVID related issues as they relate to our district. Information can change quickly, so please take a moment to read these updates as they arrive in your inbox. Please read the full details here: COVID Communication: July 20 Thank you, stay safe, and have a... READ MORE >

Parents - The Board of Education approved our Return to School plan last night. The plan includes returning to in-person instruction for a 5.5 hour day. The elementary day will be from 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and OHMS students will attend from 9:15 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. I have linked below the abbreviated version with key points identified. Please note, if... READ MORE >

There have been some changes to the 2020-21 school year calendar. Please check out the links below to see the changes! The first day of school is now Wednesday, August 19th! We hope everyone is having a safe and healthy summer and we look forward to seeing everyone in August!Amended 20-21 Calendar: click HEREAmended 20-21 Summary Calendar: click HERE READ MORE >

Good morning Olympia community, Each Monday during the summer I will be providing an update on COVID related issues as they relate to our district. Information can change quickly, so please take a moment to read these updates as they arrive in your inbox. Please read the full details here: COVID Communication: July 13 Thank you, stay safe, and have a... READ MORE >

HS Fall Activities information is below with start dates and coaching contacts, this includes; Football, Volleyball, Marching Band, Color Guard, Boys and Girls Cross Country, Boys Soccer, Girls Swimming, Football Cheerleading, and Boys and Girls Golf. Also please remember to register on 8to18, directions attached. HS Fall Activity Contact Information READ MORE >

Please see the attached information about registration and contact for MS Fall Sports: Baseball, Softball and Cross Country. These dates are tentative and any changes will be communicated as we receive them. MS Fall Sports READ MORE >

Tomorrow is the first meal delivery in July. Thank you for supporting the Olympia Food Service Department! READ MORE >

Tomorrow is the first meal delivery of July. Thank you for supporting the Olympia Food Service Department! READ MORE >

Good morning Olympia community, Each Monday during the summer I will be providing an update on COVID related issues as they relate to our district. Information can change quickly, so please take a moment to read these updates as they arrive in your inbox. Please read the full details here: COVID Communication: July 6 Thank you, stay safe, and have a wonderful... READ MORE >

Just a reminder for families participating in the summer food program-The summer food deliveries will resume on Wednesday, July 8th. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Food Service Manager Donna Waters at donna.waters@olympia.org. READ MORE >

Olympia Online Registration for the 2020-2021 school year is now open! If you are interested in pursuing an online curriculum option for your child, in place of sending your child to school each day, please complete the Google form below. We will be scheduling an information session with the company providing our online curriculum, Edmentum, for interested... READ MORE >

Parents - We are working on plans for the 2020-2021 school year and are exploring multiple options based on the available guidance from the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Illinois State Board of Education. While we haven't received specific details for the next phase, we have models from other states and CDC recommendations that have provided the... READ MORE >

Starting Monday, June 29th the Olympia District Office will be open Monday through Thursday from 8:00am to 4:00pm. The office will be closed on Friday, July 3rd in observance of the Fourth of July. The office staff will be working remotely on the remainder of the Fridays in July. If you are in need of assistance and the office is closed, please reach out to any... READ MORE >

The Olympia School District is looking for bus drivers for the 2020-2021 school year. The starting rate of pay for bus drivers is $17.00 per hour. If you are interested in becoming a bus driver, please apply here: Olympia Employment SiteOnce you click the link above, please click on "visit our Online Application Site". That will take you to the Online... READ MORE >

Over the weekend, the Olympia High School held graduation for the Class of 2020. It was a very different ceremony than in the past. This year each graduating Senior was invited to the school to attend their own private ceremony with only their family present. Every student was able to walk across the stage to receive their diploma and also pose for pictures. We... READ MORE >

Spartan Council is sponsoring a backpack and school supply drive for Olympia North and Olympia West. Supplies or backpacks may be dropped off at the following locations: Olympia Administration Office, Stanford Library, Danvers Library, Minier banks, and the Hopedale Dollar General. Supply lists can be found on the District website by clicking HERE. To... READ MORE >

With the governor's recommendations on social distancing, our office staff will continue to work remotely over the summer. If you need to come to the District office, please call 309-379-6011 to check that someone will be there to serve you before you head out. Voicemails are able to be heard even when working remotely, so please leave a message if you call... READ MORE >

Please be reminded that tomorrow morning will be the first delivery of meals for the summer months. The transportation department will be stopping at the following stops at the times indicated below. If you are not there by the end of the time, your food will be returned to the Olympia High School cafeteria. Olympia North Attendance Area Stanford- Corner of... READ MORE >

Please be reminded that tomorrow morning will be the first delivery of meals for the summer months. The transportation department will be stopping at the following stops at the times indicated below. If you are not there by the end of the time, your food will be returned to the Olympia High School cafeteria. Olympia North Attendance Area Stanford- Corner of... READ MORE >

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (May 22, 2020) Contact: Mike Blackburn mblackburn@niaaa.org 317-587-1450 INDIANAPOLIS, IN -- The National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) is pleased to announce that Jackie Litwiller, Assistant Activies Director at Olympia CUSD 16, has been recognized by this association as a Certified... READ MORE >

All the Olympia School libraries will be offering curbside pickup this summer. Pickup will take place on the following days: May 27, June 10, June 24, July 8, July 22. Pickup will take place from 2 to 4 PM. This will be a drive up service, no need to get out of your car. Please have a sign with your student’s name on it, large enough for us to read from a... READ MORE >

Fall 2020 Pre-School Screenings Screenings for the 2020-21 school year are available for children age three through five. This is a process to determine where children fall developmentally in areas such as motor skills, concepts, language, and behavior. Based on the results of the screening, a recommendation will be made to let you know if your child qualifies for... READ MORE >

Starting on Wednesday May 27th, the Olympia Food Service Department and Transportation Department will be delivering meals to families that use the Summer Meal Order Form link found below. Delivery will be every Monday and Wednesday. The vehicles delivering the food will make stops at the following locations at the following times:Stanford- Corner of North... READ MORE >

Please use the following link to access the Olympia High School Virtual Graduation which will be able to view any time after 3:00 PM on Sunday, May 17. Congratulations to our seniors and the class of 2020!!!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-EDFb-KFwA READ MORE >

Today is "Sing Praises" day during our teacher appreciation week. You'll be hard pressed to find a more heartfelt entry than this from our very own Velma Runyard (administrative assistant to the superintendent)! READ MORE >

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (May 7, 2020) Contact: Mike Blackburn mblackburn@niaaa.org317-587-1450 INDIANAPOLIS, IN -- The National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) is pleased to announce that Mike Castleman, Athletic/Activities Director at Olympia High/Middle School, has been recognized by this association as a... READ MORE >

Sign up now for the OHS color guard! The OHS color guard performs alongside the Marching Spartans at parades, home football games, and competitions providing a visual interpretation of the music with choreography and flags! In the Fall of 2020, color guard will be an extracurricular activity, practicing after school only for those students who are not already... READ MORE >

Sign up now for the OHS color guard! The OHS color guard performs alongside the Marching Spartans at parades, home football games, and competitions providing a visual interpretation of the music with choreography and flags! In the Fall of 2020, color guard will be an extracurricular activity, practicing after school only for those students who are not already... READ MORE >

Please be reminded that this evening if anybody comes out to Olympia High School to see the lights and the scoreboard honoring the Class of 2020, people are not allowed to get out of their cars. Along with not getting out of their cars, people are not allowed to park at Olympia High School during this time. All social distancing rules still apply and we want... READ MORE >

Please read the following letter from Dr. Wise regarding the Governor's announcement today which extended Remote Learning until the end of the 2019-2020 school year.https://5il.co/f8ai READ MORE >

The preschool screenings scheduled for May have been cancelled. We will post new dates as soon as the gathering restrictions have been lifted and new dates can be determined. We are very sorry for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience during these times! READ MORE >

This is Cooper F, a PreK student at Olympia South, participating in a virtual class meeting and loving it! Our teachers are trying to maintain their connection with their students and giving students an opportunity to see each other. Keep up the great work teachers and students!! READ MORE >

To honor our 2020 graduates, all district athletic field lights will be turned on Friday, April 17th from 8:20 - 8:40 p.m. (2020 in military time). We are also asking community members, parents, businesses to turn on their porch lights/exterior lights from 8:20 - 8:40 p.m. as well in honor of our Spartan graduates.Spread the word, share this post, and support... READ MORE >

Please be reminded that if you requested meals, today is a pickup day at Olympia North, Olympia South, and Olympia West if you live in Danvers, Atlanta, or Minier. Please arrive between 7:30 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. and meals will be brought out to you. READ MORE >

Please read the following letter for an update on our Remote Learning Plan throughout the district. Stay safe, stay connected, and stay Spartan Strong!https://5il.co/esvk READ MORE >

If your child turns 5 on or before September 1, 2020, they are eligible to attend Kindergarten beginning next fall. We typically host a registration event at each elementary building but due to mandated closures, we are conducting our pre-registration event virtually. Please click on the link below and complete the questions. You will have the option of having a... READ MORE >

Hello Olympia families, My name is Sean Mullins. You may have seen my name pop up here and there responding to social media posts or posting about our digital citizenship initiatives. I am your Director of Instructional Technology. My first year on the job has been exhilarating, and I have enjoyed every minute of it. But little did I expect that we would be... READ MORE >

The Olympia Food Service Department and Olympia Transportation Department will continue to provide breakfast and lunch for Olympia Families during the school closure. In order for our Food Service Department to have an idea of how many meals to prepare, we ask that families sign up using this form: April 8th through April 29 Meal Pickup/Delivery FormIf you have... READ MORE >

Mrs. Gray's first graders at Oly South were asked to dress up in their favorite costume and share a picture. We love the creativity and the ways in which teachers are trying to stay connected to their students. READ MORE >

Our students have started their new normal. Elementary students were provided with their technology devices today (i-pads or chromebooks) and have started working on their remote learning plans! Thank you to our families, technology department, teachers, principals and transportation staff for ensuring the students got what they needed to continue their learning. READ MORE >

Please read the following letter from Dr. Wise for the most up to date information regarding our COVID-19 response.https://5il.co/egiu READ MORE >

We want to make next week's remote learning a little more fun by uniting Spartan nation with a fun-filled Spirit Week! From Pre-K to Senior, dress up and show your spirit! Monday - PJ day - Spartans Make Yourself at HomeTuesday - Favorite Sports Team Apparel Day - It's a Home Run Kind of Day for the SpartansWednesday - Tourist Day - Spartans Home Away from... READ MORE >

Please read the following letter for an official update on our COVID-19 response.https://5il.co/e9efThank you, and have a nice weekend. READ MORE >

Please be reminded if you requested meals and you live in Atlanta, Minier, or Danvers, they are handing them out at Olympia North, Olympia West, and Olympia South this morning (Monday March 30th) from 7:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. READ MORE >

Good afternoon Olympia,Most importantly, an updated COVID-19 response letter from superintendent Dr. Wise is available. Please read this letter to stay current with our response to this rapidly changing situation.https://5il.co/e01iAdditionally, the district will now be maintaining a COVID-19 response website that will house all current information related to the... READ MORE >

This is a follow up post regarding the Olympia Food Service Delivery program. Please watch this video put together by our amazing food service staff with information regarding this week's food delivery service.As stated in the video, if you did not already sign up for meals and now would like to sign up, please use the link found in the official food service... READ MORE >

We would like to thank our fantastic food service and transportation staff for all of their hard work to get meals prepared and delivered to the students of the Olympia district while they are out of school!! They prepared over 1000 meals today!! The distribution will continue periodically throughout the next two weeks. Please reach out to Mr. Walsh... READ MORE >

The Kindergarten Round Up event scheduled for April 2nd has been cancelled. There will be an electronic/virtual alternative in place soon. Once details are determined, we will let everyone know how they can get their Kindergartners registered. Thank you for your patience during this time! READ MORE >

Please read the following update regarding school closures. Be safe! https://5il.co/dqw7 READ MORE >

If OHMS students need WiFi service while school is closed, please see the list below for locations where buses will be parked in our communities with their WiFi service turned on. Students need to be within 90 feet of the bus in order to acquire the signal. WiFi will only extend to school-issued devices. Locations are below:McLean- Sonshine Day Care- 107 N West... READ MORE >

“Guidance as of 3/15/2020 Large events and mass gatherings can contribute to the spread of COVID-19 in the United States via travelers who attend these events and introduce the virus to new communities. Examples of large events and mass gatherings include conferences, festivals, parades, concerts, sporting events, weddings, and other types of assemblies. These... READ MORE >

This is a follow up post regarding the Olympia Food Service Delivery program starting this week. This is the same document that is linked in the official statement released at 6:30 PM on 3.15.2020.https://5il.co/dqvsPlease complete the survey found in this document by 3:00 PM Monday, March 16th. READ MORE >

On Monday night the Olympia Board of Education recognized the OMS Girls Softball team on their 3rd Place State finish. The girls were invited to attend the Board meeting and all received certificates for their accomplishment. Congratulations OMS Softball Girls! READ MORE >

Are you using the Olympia CUSD 16 app? If you are, you may have noticed a few updates recently. If you are not, now is a great time to jump on board due to a slew of new and updated features! Here are few reasons why you should download the app today... Push Notifications. Don't miss any of the posts that your school puts on social media or the website! You... READ MORE >

Please use the following link to read the official statement from Olympia CUSD 16 on the Coronavirus. https://5il.co/df2s In the statement you will also find a link to the "Interim Guidance for Administrators of US Childcare Programs and K-12 Schools to Plan, Prepare, and Respond to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)". That link is also provided here for... READ MORE >

If you have a student that will be entering Kindergarten in the fall, mark your calendars for Kindergarten Round Up! The event will take place at all three elementary buildings on April 2nd from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Please bring your student's birth certificate, proof of residency, and any medical or dental forms that you have.For more detailed information, feel... READ MORE >

Members of our 6th grade choir and band students sang in the first 6th Grade Honor Festival at Illinois State University! The bands were under the direction of Dr. Phil Hash and Dr. David Snyder. The choir was under the direction of Dr. Tim Fredstrom. •It was a great day of music making and meeting other singers and instrumentalists in our area. Overall, a great day! READ MORE >

The 7th and 8th grade choirs both earned Division 1 ratings at IGSMA District Contest - this is the first time the middle school choirs have performed separately at the district level and both groups did outstanding - they will perform at the state contest in April. READ MORE >

Today our amazing media technologists from each of our buildings headed up to Schaumburg IL for the annual IDEA (Illinois Digital Educators Alliance) conference (formally called the ICE conference). It was a day dedicated to improving learning outcomes for all of our district students.When asked about their favorite session of the day, they unanimously chose "The... READ MORE >

Today, February 26, all Olympia schools will run their late start schedule due to inclement weather. Be safe out there! READ MORE >

Please be aware that starting on Monday February 24th, the only shuttle bus stops will be the ones listed below. The Transportation Department will no longer be making stops on the 6:00 p.m. activities shuttle unless it is on the list below. If you have been picking up your student from a location other than the ones listed below, please make the necessary... READ MORE >

The Olympia National Honor Society is sponsoring a Royal Tea Party on Sunday, March 1 from 1-3 pm in the OHS Cafeteria. Enjoy treats, games, face painting, dancing and a royal fashion runway with the Disney Princesses! The event is suitable for children ages 3-9. Cost is $5 per person. Proceeds will benefit St. Jude's.RSVP to Amanda Hapgood... READ MORE >

Today, February 14, all Olympia schools will run their late start schedule due to extreme cold temperatures. READ MORE >

All practices and games are cancelled for today, February 13th. All Olympia buildings are closed. Thank you. READ MORE >

Due to the hazardous winter weather, all Olympia schools will be closed Thursday, February 13th.This will be an alternative learning day. Snow packets should be completed in either digital or paper form. Students are aware of the work that they need to complete.A decision regarding after-school activities will be made tomorrow and additional communication will... READ MORE >

The Olympia School District is currently looking for team members in the transportation and food service departments. The Transportation Team is looking for a bus aide to ride a route that leaves from Olympia North every afternoon. The position pays $12.50 per hour and would be for 2 hours each afternoon. There are also opportunities to work as a sub on various... READ MORE >

Most kids will encounter mean behavior at some point in their digital lives. For some kids, this experience is a blip that's easily forgotten, while for others it can have deep, long-lasting effects. For parents, the key is staying involved in kids' lives -- both online and off -- so they can step in and offer help if necessary. With guidance from parents and... READ MORE >

This month we will be focusing on the effects of digital drama, cyberbullying, and hate speech both on children themselves and their larger communities. We will explore the roles people play and how individual actions -- negative and positive, intentional and unintentional -- can affect our peers and their broader communities. Students are encouraged to take the... READ MORE >

Get ready!! Q. Which TV character said, “Live long and prosper”? or Q. Which singer’s real name is Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta?Tables are filling up! We already have 13-14 teams committed and have room for a couple more. Feb 29 at the Palms in Atlanta! $200/8person teams. Food and drink available! Come join us for a great evening out to support OHS... READ MORE >

The 2020 Students Involved with Technology (SIT) Conference is scheduled for February 22! Registration for this one-day event targeted towards students in grades 3-12 is available at www.sitconference.org. Online registration is available through noon on February 6! SIT Conference is an annual, one-day technology conference for students in grades 3-12. The... READ MORE >

The Board approved 2020-2021 school calendar as well as the summary calendar for the upcoming school year are now posted online. Check them out HERE! READ MORE >

The High School Cheerleaders are putting on a Mini-Clinic, Saturday, February 15th with the performance happening on Tuesday, February 18th during the Boys Basketball Game vs. Pontiac. See the registration form attached and reach out to haylie.noltensmeier@olympia.org with questions.OHS Mini Cheer Registration Form READ MORE >

During the course of this school year, we have taken feedback on the current state of the Olympia website. In response to this feedback, we have made a number of changes throughout the site that you may have already noticed. These changes were all made with increased usability in mind, and were heavily influenced by your suggestions. Some of the changes... READ MORE >

Due to slick roads and dense fog, all Olympia schools will start one hour late on Friday, January 24, 2020. READ MORE >

The Olympia School District currently has several teaching positions available for the 2020-21 school year. Check out the postings below and see if any of the positions would be a good fit for you! If you are interested in applying for a position, click the link!K-5 MTSS TeacherOHMS Instructional CoachVarious Elementary positions READ MORE >

Olympia Middle School will present our winter production on Friday, January 31, at 7:00 PM; Saturday, February 1, at 7:00 PM; and Sunday, February 2, at 2:00 PM. Tickets can be reserved by calling Wendy Wade at (309) 379-5941, ext. 8330. This year’s production is two separate plays, the one-act comedy “The Monsters Under the Bed,” by Fr. Dominic... READ MORE >

The February DIAL screening date has been cancelled due to the fact that our programs are currently full at all three elementary buildings. The next preschool screening dates will occur in Atlanta, Minier, and Danvers in May 2020. The dates are as follows:May 5th- AtlantaMay 6- MinierMay 7- DanversIf you have a student that will turn 3 on or before the date of... READ MORE >

Tonight's (1/17/20) Boys' Varsity Basketball Game vs. Flanagan is being moved up to 5:30pm. The Hall of Fame Inductees will be introduced at halftime. The JV game has been cancelled. The FFA Silent Auction that was scheduled for tonight has also been rescheduled for Tuesday, Jan 28th, during the Boys' Basketball games vs. Bloomington Central Catholic. Boys'... READ MORE >

The Olympia School District is currently taking applications for two teacher's aide/paraprofessional positions in our elementary buildings. The current openings are at Olympia West Elementary in Minier and Olympia South Elementary in Atlanta. If you are interested in working as an aide for the District, please click the link to begin an application. If you have... READ MORE >

Come out to Olympia High School this Friday (January 17th) beginning at 5:30pm for a fun filled evening! The Spartans will be taking on Flanagan-Cornell on the court at our annual Oly Hall of Fame Night. The Class of 2020 inductees will be introduced at half time of the Varsity game (Varsity game begins at 7:00pm). Also the Olympia FFA and Supporters will be... READ MORE >

Olympia High School Hall of Fame Olympia School District proudly announces the Olympia High School Hall of Fame Class of 2020 inductees! As in tradition, we will be recognizing this year’s inductees at a home boys’ basketball game. This year’s game is January 17th vs. Flanagan High School. The introductions will take place at halftime of the Varsity Boys game... READ MORE >

Kelly Loeffler graduated from Olympia in 1988 and has had much success in her life. She was recently inaugurated as the junior Senator from Georgia. Read the full story by clicking here! Congratulations Kelly! READ MORE >

Community members, parents, grandparents, the OHS cheerleaders and dancers as well as some pep band members welcomed Oly North students back to school today. Hunter the Hawk from Heartland Community College also was on hand to get the kids excited about 2nd semester. ONE Grandparent and retired Normal Community High School Principal, Dave Bollman talked to the... READ MORE >

Join us on Tuesday, January 14th at Portillo's in Normal from 4-8pm and 20% of the proceeds will benefit the Olympia to Peoria St. Jude Run! You can print the flyer or just show it on your smartphone.We look forward to seeing you there! READ MORE >

The High School Dance team is putting on a Mini-Dance Clinic, Saturday, January 25, 2020 for anyone PreK-5th grade. Please see the attached flyer for details on how to register. Questions should be sent to emily.weyl@olympia.orgOHS Dance Mini-Clinic Registration Form READ MORE >

Community members, parents, grandparents, the OHS cheerleaders and dancers as well as some pep band members welcomed Oly West students back to school today. Reggie Redbird also was on hand to get the kids excited about 2nd semester. Police Chief Daryl Weseloh talked to the students (and community members) about all the people it takes to run a school and... READ MORE >

It's essential that students learn to think critically about the news and media they encounter every day. During January we will be sharing information from Common Sense Media around the topics of credible sources and fairness in news media. These resources will help families identify, evaluate, and use information effectively, find credible and trustworthy... READ MORE >

With so much media and information coming at us through the television, phones, social media, and more, it's more important than ever for kids to understand the basics of media literacy. When kids can identify different types of news and media and the methods and meanings behind them, they're on their way to being critical thinkers and smart consumers.Throughout... READ MORE >

Mrs. Wade's 6th hour English block has broken the record in the annual Following Directions Challenge: 29 seconds to complete a sequence of actions following the same rules as every class that Mrs. Wade has taught before them. Congratulations, 6th block! READ MORE >

Due to inclement weather and road conditions, Olympia CUSD 16 buses will be running one hour late today, Monday December 16. Please be safe out there today! READ MORE >

On Friday December 20th come out to Olympia High School to support the OHS Boys and Girls Basketball teams as they take on Tri Valley High School. The games will start at 5:30 p.m. The Olympia St. Jude run team will be sponsoring a 50/50 raffle that evening with all proceeds to go to the Olympia St. Jude Run Team. Children that attend the game can also get their... READ MORE >

Olympia North Elementary will have it's annual Holiday Concert on Thursday, December 12, 2019. The concert will take place in the Olympia High School gymnasium. The concert will begin at 6:30 pm. Doors will open at 6:00 pm and all students need to be in the gym with their class by 6:15 pm. We hope to see several family & friends at this festive event! READ MORE >

Olympia North held their annual Talent Show before Thanksgiving break. Common acts were singing, dancing, magic and gymnastics. The final performance was a Mystery Act performed by the Olympia North Teachers! READ MORE >

We have upcoming events at all the elementary schools in January to help kick off the start of a new semester. These are open to the public and will be a high energy event. We will be lining the hallways, cheering and high-fiving the students as they arrive at school that morning to show our community support. We ask for you all to filter in the gym following the... READ MORE >

Monday, January 6, 2020 which is the first day back to school with students is now Freshman Orientation for the OHS Class of 2024 (Please note the date change). We strongly encourage all parents and students who will be entering high school in the fall to attend. On this evening, parents will receive the OHS Course to Career Guide as well as a sample form to... READ MORE >

The Olympia Transportation Department is currently looking for people that are interested in serving as substitute bus drivers and substitute bus aides. The Olympia School District offers paid training for people that are learning to become bus drivers. The starting wage is $17 per hour. All people have to do to get started to become a bus driver is pass their... READ MORE >

The Central Illinois Down Syndrome Organization (CIDSO) works to recognize teachers and para pros during National Inclusive Schools Week (Dec. 2-6). They honor educators who work hard to promote inclusion at their school. Cynthia Scott was recognized on Monday, December 2, 2019 for being a "difference maker" at Olympia North. Cynthia works as an aide with McKale... READ MORE >

Thank you to the H.A. Peine Library for their partnership with Family Reading Night at OWE. Families enjoyed story time with Elsa, Cinderella and Prince Charming. Everyone in attendance also recieved a free book. READ MORE >

Thank you to the Minier Fire Department, Allin Township Fire Department and the Minier Police Department for distributing Stop the Bleed kits to Olympia West Elementary School. OWE staff learned to pack wounds, apply tourniquets and bandage wounds during a training on Monday. The Stop the Bleed kits were fully funded by the Village of Minier's First Responders... READ MORE >

This week kindergartners at West studied the letter I and learned all about insects! Students built their own insect, picked a bug and recorded if it had a letter or sight word on it, and spun a teen number spinner and built that many. #olyspartanpride #olympiaspartans #olywest #Kindergarten READ MORE >

OHS celebrated college/career readiness with a Pathway Day on November 14th. Ten speakers, including 4 alumni, visited OHS to share their career knowledge with students. Students were exposed to speakers from 8 career pathways as well as college admissions. As always, it was a great day to be a Spartan! READ MORE >

November 15 of each year is a day set aside to recognize School Board Members for their dedication and commitment to quality public education. Board members work tirelessly to ensure all students are provided with the opportunity for a successful future. They volunteer their time to ensure growth and progress not only for students, but for the communities as well.... READ MORE >

3rd - 5th grade groups audited a grade level assessment while PreK teachers developed criteria to include on their grade level data wall with the goal of proactively supporting students and early intervention. READ MORE >

High school and middle school teachers worked within their departments to create common assessments and work on vertical alignment between middle school and high school courses/departments. READ MORE >

Olympia High School is requesting nominations for the Olympia High School Activities Hall of Fame. Nominations are due by Wednesday Nov. 6th. Please return the attached nomination form to the high school office or email to mike.castleman@olympia.org nomination form READ MORE >

Several Pantagraph area schools were recognized on Wednesday, October 30th by the Illinois State Board of Education. Olympia North Elementary was designated as "Exemplary" making it one of the top 10% of schools statewide. We are so proud of the efforts made by our students and staff at ONE! Full Pantagraph article is attached... READ MORE >

Olympia is fortunate to have a dedicated group of Principals and Directors who lead our school buildings. Principal Appreciation Month is October but we are thankful for our Principals every month! Below is a poem that reminds us of the importance of our Principals. YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCEThere are many who go the "second mile"And greet each day's tasks with a... READ MORE >

Calling all Freshmen! The Olympia High School Student Council is host a Freshman Fun Night from 6-8 PM, Friday November 22nd. Events include a movie in the auditorium, gaming in the cafeteria and an inflatable obstacle course in the gym. This is a Freshman only event, so come join the fun! READ MORE >

The Halloween ghouls have left the building and power at OHMS has been restored! Services across the district that were impacted are back up and running. Thank you for your patience and understanding today. The speech tournament scheduled for tomorrow will continue as planned. READ MORE >

Due to the power outage at OHMS, students have been moved to Minier for the afternoon. Dismissal will occur at 2:15 from their designated locations. OHS - Minier Christian Church OMS - Minier St. John’s Students may be picked up at 2:15 from these locations, or will otherwise be bused home. All after school activities have been canceled EXCEPT for MS Speech... READ MORE >

National School Bus Safety Week is the week of October 21st through October 25th. We would like to thank all members of the Olympia Transportation Department for all of their hard work to ensure that all of our students are safe to and from school each and every day. From the work of the drivers, to the bus aides, to the mechanics, the Transportation Department... READ MORE >

National School Bus Safety Week is the week of October 21st through October 25th. We would like to thank all members of the Olympia Transportation Department for all of their hard work to ensure that all of our students are safe to and from school each and every day. From the work of the drivers, to the bus aides, to the mechanics, the Transportation Department... READ MORE >

Olympia High School Student Council is hosting a blood drive on Friday November 1st. All blood collected will go to the Red Cross and will earn scholarship money for Olympia High School Students. Go to https://www.redcrossblood.org to sign up for a donation time. READ MORE >

The week of October 14th through October 18th was designated as National School Lunch Week. We would like to take some time to thank all of the awesome food service workers of the Olympia School District. They all work to ensure that they are providing quality and healthy meals to all of our students and staff to promote a healthy lifestyle. We are proud of all... READ MORE >

On Saturday four Olympia employees were honored at the statewide Those Who Excel dinner banquet. The banquet was held at the Marriott Hotel in Normal with State Superintendent Ayala presenting the awards. The Olympia staff that were recognized included Dr. Ed Jodlowski (Administrator), Rebekka Schwartz (Early Career Educator), Alex Hembra (Teacher), and Jerry... READ MORE >

Olympia West invited grandparents to join them for their annual Grandparents' Day celebration. I is a great chance for the grandparents to get to see all the wonderful things that their grandchildren are doing in the classroom each day. Grandparents began the day with coffee/juice and donuts in the gym and then made their way to their grandchild's classroom. The... READ MORE >

Power has been restored and services are operating normally again throughout Olympia. Thank you for your patience throughout this morning! #OlySpartanPride READ MORE >

The Olympia Pacesetters 4-H Club invites you to join them for an open house and reception to celebrate their recent State Farm Neighborhood Assist grant award. Thursday, October 10th at 4:30pm at Helping Hands Community Center (105 W. Boundary St., Stanford IL 61774) Tours of the Helping Hands Community Center and the Stanford Sprouts Community Garden begin at... READ MORE >

Olympia High School will present the play Little Women: Meg, Jo, Beth, & Amy on Friday, October 18, at 7:00 P.M.; Saturday, October 19, at 7:00 P.M.; and Sunday, October 20, at 2:00 P.M. Tickets can be reserved by calling Wendy Wade at the middle school at (309) 379-5941, ext. 8330. The heartwarming story of a year in the life of the March sisters... READ MORE >

Olympia High School Parent Cafes Presentations offered to students and their families in conjunction with Parent/Teacher Conference Night October 9th, 2019 Dual Credit Information Session Time: 5:30 PM Location: OHS Auditorium Presenter: Alauna Akins, Heartland Community College Intended Audience: Sophomore and Junior Parents/Guardians Learn about the... READ MORE >

Representative Tim Butler visited the Olympia Schools in his congressional area last week. Representative Butler started his day at Olympia South Elementary meeting with students and teachers. The visit coincided with fifth grade students in Rebecca Schwartz classroom studying the branches of government, thus, they were able to hear first hand from the... READ MORE >

Fall 2019 Pre-School Screenings Screenings for the 2019-20 school year are available for children age three through five. This is a process to determine where children fall developmentally in areas such as motor skills, concepts, language, and behavior. Based on the results of the screening, a recommendation will be made to let you know if your child... READ MORE >

The Olympia District is currently in need of substitutes- aides, teachers, bus drivers, cafeteria staff, custodians. We would love for you to come work for us! Below are the guidelines for being a substitute in different capacities. Short Term Substitutes Require only 60 hours of college credit. Must be fingerprinted through the Regional Office of Education... READ MORE >

State Superintendent Ayala started her presentation at the Illinois Association of School Administrations (IASA) Conference with a conversation about "Innovation". She shared with the Administrators in attendance representing the nearly 900 school districts in Illinois, that innovation is key to preparing kids for college, career, and life. She highlighted two... READ MORE >

The OHMS Drama Department is hosting a Harry Potter Family Fun Night on Friday, October 4, 2019, from 5:00-8:00 PM. The evening will be fun for Harry Potter fans of all ages and will include an escape room, trivia, Quidditch tournament, concessions, and much more! When: October 4, 2019; 5:00 - 8:00 pm Where: Honeydukes, aka OMS Library ... READ MORE >

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Click HERE to view the order form for the Spartan Spirit signs. READ MORE >

The Olympia District is in need of more substitutes! If you have a bachelor's degree, you are eligible to be a substitute teacher. Our pay is $100.00 per day for substitute teachers and you can choose which buildings you are interested in. Substitute teaching assistants (paraprofessionals or aides) must have 60 hours of college coursework and are paid an... READ MORE >

Today students at Olympia Middle School and Olympia High School completed their required Law Enforcement Drill. Students at Olympia North, Olympia South, and Olympia West have also completed their required Law Enforcement Drills this year. The state of Illinois requires that all schools complete these drills within the first ninety days of the school year. The... READ MORE >

The OHMS Drama Department is hosting a Harry Potter Family Fun Night on Friday, October 4, 2019, from 5:00-8:00 PM. The evening will be fun for Harry Potter fans of all ages and will include an escape room, trivia, Quidditch tournament, concessions, and much more! When: October 4, 2019; 5:00 - 8:00 pm Where: Honeydukes, aka OMS Library Admission: $5 entry... READ MORE >

Olympia is proud to announce that we will be broadcasting many Spartan activities LIVE on the NFHS Network. That means if you or your family members cannot make it to the activity, the live action can be watched from anywhere on your phone, tablet, computer or smart TV. Events in the high school gym are currently scheduled to air. Events at the stadium and... READ MORE >

Teachers across the District worked in collaborative district teams and with their building colleagues during the Early Release Day on Sept. 11th. Teams worked on aligning curriculum, ensuring reporting skills are accurate and participated in other professional development opportunities. Embedded collaboration time is a key element of successful, high-achieving... READ MORE >

Be reminded that tomorrow, Wednesday September 11th, we will have our first District Wide Early Dismissal Day. OHMS dismisses at 11:40am and Elementary schools will dismiss at Noon. On early dismissal days, practices and games will remain at regularly scheduled times. Students will be dismissed after lunch and should depart the school at that time. Students will... READ MORE >

State Superintendent of Schools Dr. Carmen Ayala, Chief Education Officer Dr. Ernesto Matias, and Early Childhood Director Carissa Hurley visited Olympia on Friday, September 6th. Dr. Wise shared the District's Strategic Dashboard, our Skills Based Competency System, and need for Early Childhood Funding. Principal Lee led a tour through OMS Science and Math... READ MORE >

US Congressman Darin LaHood and Dr. Wise visited classrooms today at Olympia Middle and Olympia High School. US Congressman LaHood covers the vast majority of the Olympia School District, while US Congressman Rodney Davis covers the rest. Congressman LaHood has been a supporter of public education and has a passion for helping his farmers, schools, and... READ MORE >

On Wednesday October 2nd, Advocate BroMenn is bringing the Young Hearts for Life EKG Screening Program to Olympia Middle School and Olympia High School. This program is open to all students that are ages 12 and up on the day of the screening. The EKG screens for risk factors that are associated with sudden cardiac death. This screening is free of charge and open... READ MORE >

"All students need digital citizenship skills to participate fully in their communities and make smart choices online and in life." That is how Common Sense Education describes the importance of digital citizenship in our society today, and we at Olympia CUSD 16 fully agree! We are partnering with this wonderful organization to provide a comprehensive K-12... READ MORE >

On Monday, August 26th the OAC members came together for their first meeting of the year in the OHS media center. Dr. Wise and the Admin team in attendance shared updates on the summer work that was done and discussed plans for the school year. The group also had a good discussion about how the 2019-20 school year has started off so far. We look forward to... READ MORE >

XC Season Opener- Maroon Invite The excitement was palpable as the OMS XC athletes arrived at Clinton’s home course. They could not have asked for a better day, so all that was left was to step to the line and compete. Girls’ Varsity started with the boys following soon after. Establishing early success with a great improvement on last year’s Clinton time and a... READ MORE >

The Olympia school district is full of amazing people doing amazing work with students. From teachers to bus drivers, administrators to custodians, we all strive to create the best learning environment possible for the children who walk through our doors every day. The Spartan Spotlight is an opportunity for you to get to know those amazing people!Name: Sean... READ MORE >

The class of 2032 started Kindergarten this week! The students and their families were invited in Monday evening to meet their teachers and drop off their supplies. Each family was provided with a Spartan yard sign to display. Sponsors from each community made these signs a possibility. Thank you to IVC Construction (South signs), Changing Seasons Lawn &... READ MORE >

Please click on this link to take you to a page with the Olympia Shuttle Bus Stops. Once you get to the page, click on Shuttle_Bus_Stops for a PDF document of the driver's name, bus number, and shuttle bus stops in each community. All of the stops remain the same as they were last year with the exception of the stops in McLean. This year, there will be one drop... READ MORE >

STANFORD, IL (August 8, 2019) The Olympia Pacesetters 4-H Club needs your help by voting for them to receive a $25,000 grant from State Farm® to help improve their community. Starting August 14 at 12:01am ET, U.S. residents who are 18 and older with a valid email address can vote for their favorite cause at www.neighborhoodassist.com. The Olympia Pacesetters 4-H... READ MORE >

At Monday night's meeting, Board Secretary Trena Glenn retired from the Olympia Board of Education after 14 years of Service. Mrs Glenn served from 2005-2019. She retirees as a "Fellow Board Member", the highest status one can achieve from the Illinois Association of School Boards. Mrs. Glenn served the Olympia Board on the Education/Technology Sub Committee,... READ MORE >

To kickoff the 2019-2020 school year, the Administrators of the Olympia School District spent a day last week completing acts of kindness throughout the communities. As part of an initiative this year to increase kindness and respect throughout the District, the Administrators got the year going by lending a helping hand, passing along positive notes, giving... READ MORE >

All Olympia Staff kicked of the year at OHS on Monday morning. The message from Dr. Wise and team was to ensure we are focusing on essential skills with students, including social emotional skills, and to use a strengths based approach to our work with students. All teachers and aides participated in a lock box challenge where they answered questions about social... READ MORE >

Olympia teachers and staff were welcomed back Monday with a wonderful breakfast sponsored by the Minier Community Bank. Everyone gathered in the auditorium to hear from Administration as well as members of the Board and OEA. Afterwards, departments broke off into groups to work on various team building activities as well as some professional development to kick... READ MORE >

On Friday, the 2019-20 new teachers began their journey with Olympia. They spent the day collaborating and learning about the happenings at Olympia. We want to welcome them and wish them a very successful first year!Olympia High School teachers- Abigail Malaga, Sarah Brown, William Coyle, Kristopher Ketelsen, and Lisa KnuffmanOlympia Middle School teachers-... READ MORE >

We hope that everybody has had a great summer. As you are starting to make plans for transportation for the 2019-2020 school year, please be aware that if you live in the country, your student's bus driver will be getting in contact with you between Friday August 9th and Tuesday August 13th with an approximate pickup and drop off time. If you live in town, you... READ MORE >

The Olympia School District participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP). As part of our participation in the NSLP, lunch prices are tied to the federal reimbursement rate for meals. Due to that, the price of school lunch will be increasing by $0.10 per meal for all students for the 2019-2020 school year. For Elementary students, the price of lunch... READ MORE >

Around the state of Illinois, there are healthy and nutritious meals that are available to all children ages 18 and under throughout the summer months. If you would like to utilize any of these programs, please call 800-359-2163 or text FoodIL to 877877 to find the nearest site to your home. The meals are free of charge. READ MORE >

Summer is a great time to get your student's physical and immunizations taken care of for the coming school year. Click HERE to see all the health related items and a list of what is required for each grade level.If your student is only in need of a sports physical, all OSF PromptCare locations in the Bloomington/Normal area offer walk-in sports physicals for... READ MORE >

Olympia School Superintendent Andrew Wise was in Washington DC July 8-10 to meet Federal Legislators, as well as those in charge of K-12 education and College, Career Tech education. As a recently elected member to the Governing Board of the American Association of School Superintendents (AASA), Dr. Wise and a select group of Superintendents across the country... READ MORE >

Dr. Jodlowski was recently honored at an event held by the ISBE as an Outstanding Speech, Debate and Theater Educator Illinois Nominee. Way to go Dr. J!! READ MORE >

It is June but many of our teachers are attending professional development to ensure they are keeping up with best practices in instruction! Many elementary teachers are participating in the balanced literacy training at the ROE this week. In addition to networking with other area educators, they are learning some new strategies to meet the needs of all their... READ MORE >

Several Olympia Spartans were honored at the 12th Annual State Farm Student-Athlete Recognition Banquet. Hannah Baker addressed those in attendance as the Special Olympics Ambassador. Caleb Busick was chosen as the Special Olympics Male Athlete of the Year. The OHS Softball team was honored as a finalist for the Female Team of the Year and Coach Courtney Hoffman... READ MORE >

Fall 2019 Pre-School Screenings: August 14th, 2019 Screenings for the 2019-20 school year are available for children age three through five. This is a process to determine where children fall developmentally in areas such as motor skills, concepts, language, and behavior. Based on the results of the screening, a recommendation will be made to let you... READ MORE >

Sophomore Anna Singley recently participated in the National Biomathematics Research Conference at Illinois State University. Check out the article HERE! READ MORE >

Click HERE to check out the details on a 2 week summer school program offered by Right at School! This session is offered FREE OF CHARGE! The session will run from Monday, July 29th to Friday, August 9th. This program is a great way to get your student prepared for the upcoming school year. Attendees have fun while receiving instruction in all the core academic... READ MORE >

Olympia staff and Administration gathered to celebrate the successes of the school year and say goodbye to those who are retiring. The event kicked off with a wonderful lunch prepared by the cafeteria staff. Dr. Wise welcomed and thanked everyone for their hard work and dedication throughout the year. Next those staff members with perfect attendance, as well as... READ MORE >

On Thursday, May 16th, the Olympia Middle School sixth graders spent most of their dayat nearby Funks Grove. The purpose of this day is to promote understanding and educationabout the biodiversity which surrounds us in Central Illinois and to encourage each student tobecome stewards of our natural world. Students were divided into groups to move throughvarious... READ MORE >

The Olympia Transportation Team is looking for team members for the 2019-2020 school year. If you have ever had any interest in working for the school district, working in the Transportation Department is a great way to join the Olympia Team! Substitute bus drivers earn $17 an hour. The Olympia School District also pays potential drivers for their training that... READ MORE >

This year Mrs. Loyer became an ambassador for Donor's Choose, an organization that helps teachers all across the country receive donations for materials, supplies, and trips for their classrooms. While being an ambassador, Mrs. Loyer was able to help 4 new teachers at Olympia North get projects funded totaling over $3,000!Check out the link below to see Mrs.... READ MORE >

Not able to join us on Sunday, May 19th at 3:00 PM - have no fear, you can stream the Olympia High School Commencement at the following address... ttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l71SU_7acnU READ MORE >

Rains Pour, Spartans Soar The track and field team traveled to Morton to compete in the IESA Sectional meet on Saturday. The Spartans jumped, threw, and ran to many personal bests and some even qualifying for the opportunity to run at State next Friday and Saturday. These efforts came at the will of the weather as much of the day was sidetracked by rain.... READ MORE >

Middle School Cross country has announced their summer plans! See information Cross Country Info and contact Coach Naomi Neylon with questions. READ MORE >

Olympia High School 2019 Awards Assembly Midwest Technical Institute Scholarship • Jaxson Byrd Douglas Blair Scholarship • Ethan Schopp Susan Schuber Memorial Scholarship • Carlee Streenz Heartland Community College Foundation Scholarships • Heartland Bank Community Enhancement Award- Kyle Gaither • Jeff & Cindy Flessner Scholarship- Madison... READ MORE >

Check out the Right at School flyer HERE to see all the great benefits they offer with their after school care. READ MORE >

Olympia High School is bouncing into our spring musical with High School Musical! Our show, May 9, 10, and 11 at 7 PM, is performing in the Olympia High School auditorium. The show follows 2 teens, Troy Bolton played by Jackson Castleman and Gabriella Montez played by Emma Kindred, who try to find their voice together in the drama department while being... READ MORE >

Click the link to see the 2019-20 school calendar as well as the summary calendar for the year which has many important beginning of the school year dates included.19-20 School Calendars READ MORE >

Due to flooding on Olympia roads, all Olympia schools will start one hour late this morning, May 1, 2019. If you are a driver, do not attempt to pass a flooded road. Please use main roads and be safe. READ MORE >

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The Girls Basketball Program has announced its Summer Camp dates. Please see the attachment for registration information. Contact Coach Hoffman with questions. Girls Basketball Summer Registration READ MORE >

Olympia Live! (formerly Saturday Night Live) returns to OHS this Thursday, April 18 at 7pm. This night of premier entertainment will feature over a dozen acts from talented Olympia Students as well as performances by Route 66 Vocal Jazz and the OHS Jazz Ensemble.The show starts at 7pm in the OHS cafeteria. Admission is $5, refreshments are provided. READ MORE >

Welcome Class of 2032!The class of 2032 began their journey as students on Thursday, April 11th at Kindergarten Round Up. The event took place in all three of our elementary buildings. The parents and students were able to tour their building, see the Kindergarten classrooms and most importantly meet the teachers. Sending a child off to Kindergarten is always... READ MORE >

Spartans Build on Success in Second Home MeetFollowing last Monday’s home opener, the Spartans loved the chance to compete in warmer weather for this second meet of the season. Lexington, Pontiac, and Dee-Mack joined in the opportunity to post great marks on Monday night. “The kids, especially those in sprints, were able to reach their full potential with the... READ MORE >

Spring 2019 Pre-School Screenings Screenings for the 2019-20 school year are available for children age three through five. This is a process to determine where children fall developmentally in areas such as motor skills, concepts, language, and behavior. Based on the results of the screening, a recommendation will be made to let you know if your child... READ MORE >

Spartans Host Season Opener as Track and Field Season Gets Underway A sentiment shared from Coach Ruppert was likely on the minds of each spectator, coach, and athlete at the track Monday night. “It was cold.” That did not stop our Spartans from competing hard and putting their best foot forward. Epiphany, Fieldcrest, and Carroll Catholic made their way to our... READ MORE >

On Tuesday April 2nd voters in Tazewell County will be asked to decide if they want to implement a countywide retailer’s occupation tax and service occupation tax at a rate of 1%. This tax is more commonly known as the sales facility tax that 54 of the 102 counties in Illinois currently have. The revenue generated from this is used exclusively for school facility... READ MORE >

The volleyball program has announced camp dates for students who will be entering 5th - 8th grade. Pleas see the attached flyer for dates, times and registration information. See you on the court! https://5il.co/6zta READ MORE >

The boys basketball program has announced the summer camp dates for those in 2nd - 8th grade. Please see the attached flyer for the times and registration information. https://5il.co/6z59 READ MORE >

Kindergarten Round Up will take place on Thursday, April 11th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm in each elementary building. More information about the event will be coming to each school's website soon. Feel free to also contact your school for further information.Olympia North: 309-963-4514Olympia South: 217-648-2302Olympia West: 309-392-2671We look forward to seeing all... READ MORE >

The Education and Administrations Department of Illinois State University held its annual Awards Gala at the Double Tree in Bloomington on Saturday March 2, 2019. Olympia's Laura O'Donnell last year's winner of the Klass Lyman Scholarship Award presented this year's award to Dr. Kei Blankstein. Olympia's Jill Uhlman was this year's winner of the Sabine... READ MORE >

Today Olympia Teachers participated in a Teacher’s Institute Day where they were able to come together to take part in various trainings and collaborate as a whole. The morning consisted of nearly a dozen different session choices that were meant to give teachers a better understanding on topics such as social emotional learning, dyslexia, and student engagement... READ MORE >

These Spartans attended the Future Educator Forum at Heartland Community College on Wednesday, February 20th. The OHS students were able to listen to current education majors talk about education programs at Heartland, ISU and IWU. Early Career Educators also spoke to the OHS students about what life is really like as a teacher. Our own Sarah Abel (Oly West) and... READ MORE >

Due to some scheduled maintenance, there will be a short power outage at the OHMS campus on Monday, February 18th. With the power outage, all Olympia schools will not have phone service for a brief time including voicemail. Skyward will be offline for a period as well. All services should be restored during the day on Monday. Sorry for the inconvenience! READ MORE >

The District's winter newsletter will be arriving in mailboxes around the communities this week. You can also click HERE to view the newsletter. READ MORE >

Join us at Olympia West for Family Fun Night on February 23. Games and food will be available from 4-6:00pm. Our live auction will kick off at 6:30pm. In addition to the live auction we will have a silent auction, bag auction and a 50/50 Raffle throughout the evening. Contact the office at Olympia West or see details using this link Family Fun Night... READ MORE >

NOTICE: The Princess/Superhero Extravaganza on Sunday, Feb 10th has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused. READ MORE >

If your power is out and you need a warm, safe place and some food, the Olympia West Elementary School building is open and available to you. The address is 302 N School Street in Minier. Stay safe. READ MORE >

Due to the weather-related cancellations, the OMS Musical Mulan Jr. will perform Friday at 4:00pm instead of Thursday at 4:00pm. If you have already reserved or purchased tickets, they will be honored for any performance.We are still performing at 7:00 PM on both Friday and Saturday. Thank you for your support! READ MORE >

Due to extreme cold temperatures, all Olympia Schools will be closed on Wednesday, January 30th and Thursday, January 31. In addition, all activities on Tuesday, January 29, as well as Wednesday, January 30th will be cancelled. Students should complete their Snow Packets on Wednesday and Thursday. As a result of students completing their two day Snow Packet in... READ MORE >

The District values social media sites, such as Facebook and Twitter, as it helps us disseminate messages, pass along important District information, and share good news with the families of the District. Unlike a personal account, there is no one person monitoring the Olympia Facebook or Twitter pages continuously. We simply do not have the staff for that. We have... READ MORE >

Due to weather conditions, all Olympia schools will start one hour later than normal Monday, January 28, 2019. READ MORE >

Olympia has a unique set of challenges when it comes to winter weather. Lots of factors go into making decisions regarding early out, late starts, and cancellations. Some of those factors include current and future temperatures; current and future winds; current and future road status; current and future visibility; current and future power outages; current and... READ MORE >

Join NHS on Saturday, Feb 10th from 1-3pm for an afternoon of games, treats, and activities with your favorite princesses and superheroes! Reservations required- $15 per child (includes one parent). RSVP by Feb 1 to amanda.hapgood@olympia.org. Proceed will be donated to charity. READ MORE >

Due to cold temperatures, all Olympia schools will start one hour later than normal Friday, January 25, 2019. READ MORE >

Olympia Middle School will present the musical Disney’s Mulan, Jr. on Thursday, January 31, at 4:00 PM; Friday, February 1, at 7:00 PM; and Saturday, February 2, at 7:00 PM. Tickets can be reserved by calling Wendy Wade at (309) 379-5941, ext. 8330. The show follows the story of a young girl, Mulan (Julia Collins), who longs for more than the... READ MORE >

Due to the possibility of icy roadways this afternoon, Olympia schools will be dismissing after lunch today, Wednesday, January 23, 2019. Olympia High and Middle will dismiss at Noon. Olympia Elementary Schools will dismiss at 12:30. In addition, all after school and evening programs and activities are cancelled. READ MORE >

Due to hazardous road conditions, all Olympia Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 22, 2019. READ MORE >

Olympia Preschool Information2019-2020Last summer (August 2018) Olympia was notified that we did NOT receive a Preschool for All Grant from the State of Illinois. After two decades of having a Preschool program that has been funded by the State, and receiving positive feedback from the State regarding the structure and quality of our program, our grant renewal... READ MORE >

Olympia High School Hall of Fame Olympia School District proudly announces the Olympia High School Hall of Fame Class of 2019 inductees! As in tradition, we will be recognizing this year’s inductees at a home boys’ basketball game. This year’s game is February 16, 2019 vs. Clinton High School. The introductions will take place at halftime of the... READ MORE >

Olympia Foundation For Education (OFFE) President Dee J. Martin presented the annual grant awards to Olympia teachers. The 2018-2019 recipients and their selected projects were: Angie Swartzendruber (West) – Coding: Ozobit Robots Bryce Hoffman (OHS) – CNC Plasma Cutting Table Tami Geurts, Dee Dee Stine, Jenn Love (OMS) – Math Workshop Allison... READ MORE >

Members of the OMS Girls’ Basketball Team were also recognized for their successful season which led them to a 2nd place win at the State competition. Team members were Mia Boudeman, Hannah Cleveland, Sarah Cross, Amy Dederich, Peyton Elgin, Shelby Finchum, Danika Frazier, Makayla Koeppel, Rylee Robb, Libby Shaffer, Kat Springer, Kassidy Tackett, Jordyn Turner, &... READ MORE >

Members of the OMS Speech Team were recognized for receiving the Judge’s Choice award at a recent IESA State Speech competition. Those students were Michael Bagby, Grace Birkey, Jorgi Dupureuer, Gage Hunt-Schroers, & Wynona Oo. READ MORE >

Due to weather conditions, Olympia schools will start one hour later than normal Wednesday, January 16, 2019. READ MORE >

Due to visibility and road conditions, all Olympia schools will start one hour later then normal Tuesday, January 15, 2019. READ MORE >

Due to weather conditions, Olympia schools will start one hour later than normal Monday, January 14, 2019. READ MORE >

Mrs. Wade's 7th graders created their own review games for our vocab list, and today we reaped the results. Students practiced defining words by playing our versions of Monopoly, matching games, and several other creative manners. READ MORE >

The Olympia Transportation Department is looking for substitute bus drivers. If you are interested, please contact Mr. Andrew Walsh at 309-379-6011 extension 1111 or via email at andrew.walsh@olympia.org. Starting pay for substitute driving on a route is $17 per hour. All training for your license is done in district with Olympia's own safety officers. We are... READ MORE >

Congratulations to our outstanding NHS students on placing 2nd place in the Helper Helper School Service Challenge! Olympia has made an outstanding impact on our community and contributed more than 1,095 hours this fall semester, beating schools triple our size in service hours! READ MORE >

The Hopedale Village Library closed in September after being in operation for 39 years. The Library Board decided to donate the remaining assets to the Olympia school district to be used in their high school and middle school media centers. The members of the Library Board came yesterday and presented a check for $115,000 to Olympia!! Such a generous gift will... READ MORE >

Sign your student up for our fun and engaging program anytime between now and December 21 and you will pay no registration fee! Come see what all the fun is about. Contact Karla Janicke at 217-441-1669 with questions or to set up a program visit. READ MORE >

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Mrs. Nehls' Computer Technology and Programming class asked our friends in the PE Buddies class to become our clients! We collaborated with them to create a kid's book that was based around an idea that our clients came up with! We are so grateful to Mrs. Hoffman and Mrs. Anderson for allowing us to come into PE Buddies for this amazing experience! READ MORE >

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Have your after school care needs changed? Right at School is right here in Olympia, come join our fun and engaging programs! If you have questions or want to schedule a visit please call Karla Janicke at 217-441-1669. READ MORE >

The Olympia Board of Education celebrates Board Member Appreciation Day on November 15, 2018. The Olympia Administration and staff would like to send a big thank-you to each of the Olympia Board members. We appreciate everything you do for the District! Your tireless efforts do not go unnoticed! Please click here to view information about each of the Olympia... READ MORE >

Olympia's Superintendent Dr. Andrew Wise was featured in an article from the American Association of School Administrators (AASA) November issue of School Administrator magazine. The article features Olympia High School’s partnership with Heartland Community College and refers to this partnership as a “success story”, as Olympia and Heartland partner to provide... READ MORE >

Olympia High School proudly presents the 2018 Madrigal Feaste - “Stars in the Night” - on Friday November 30th and Saturday December 1st at Castle Olympia (formerly Olympia High School Gymnasium). It is once again time to put away the cares of the modern world and step back in time with nearly 150 Olympia Music students in this annual spectacular - to the days of... READ MORE >

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Our Winter Spiritwear Store is now open! Place your order by December 1 to guarantee Christmas delivery. Click on the link below, then click "Olympia Spartans" then "Booster Club" and start shopping! https://www.limelitegraphics.com/schools READ MORE >

Dozens of Muggles, witches, and wizards descended upon Olympia Middle School, which had been transformed into Hogwarts for the evening. The OHMS Drama Department-sponsored event offered Quidditch, a Trivia Contest, and an Escape Room, as well as face painting, a Fantastic Beasts Scavenger Hunt, and many more activities. This inaugural annual event raised over... READ MORE >

In light of recent accidents around the nation involving vehicles not employing safe driving practices around school buses, it is good to be reminded of some important safety tips. Olympia operates 20 routes in the mornings and afternoons transporting students in grades Pre-K through 12 to and from school every day. Please keep the following tips in mind for... READ MORE >

Representative Keith Sommer visited Olympia High School today. He went into classrooms and spoke to students about the upcoming election. He asked students what their needs were and discussed topics that are important to the students. Olympia appreciates Representative Sommer's support of the District! READ MORE >

The OHMS Drama Department is hosting a Harry Potter Family Fun Night on Wednesday, November 7, 2018, from 4:30-8:00 PM. The evening will be fun for Harry Potter fans of all ages and will include an escape room, trivia, Quidditch tournament, concessions, and much more! The full schedule can be found below. When: November 7, 2018; 4:30 - 8:00 pm Where: ... READ MORE >

October is Principal Appreciation Month. We are blessed to have building Principals and Assistant Principals that are working hard each day to ensure all students are learning and growing. While their staff and the District Administration team have already thanked them for their hard work and service, they would appreciate hearing from parents and students as... READ MORE >

OLYMPIA C.U.S.D. NO. 16 TO HOLDDRIVER’S EDUCATION FEEWAIVER RENEWALPUBLIC HEARINGThe Olympia Board of Education will hold a Public Hearing preceding aregular scheduled Board of Education meeting on November 12, 2013 at6:55 p.m., held in the Learning Center of Olympia South Elementary, toallow for input concerning seeking a renewal of waiver from the IllinoisGeneral... READ MORE >

Student Council recently volunteered their time and energy at the Danvers Food Pantry. They helped fill Snack Packs for O.N.E. students as well as stick shelves and recycle boxes. The students were surprised at the amount of frozen and refrigerated foods that are available to families in our community. READ MORE >

On the evening of Thursday, October 12th, members of the 7th grade team participated in a teacher panel at Illinois State University. The team attended a senior block class for students who are preparing to student teach in middle schools next semester. While at ISU, the team answers questions from students about the benefits of teaming, skills based reporting, and... READ MORE >

Encouraging students to take their fruits and vegetables can be a challenge on the elementary level. Our hope is that they will try new foods and learn to love them. Including some fun in lunch can go a long way to help promote the fruit and vegetables we have available for them to choose from. Our Watermelon Man did just that! READ MORE >

OHS celebrated Grandparents' Day on Friday, October 12th. We had a record number of 137 grandparents visit OHS. The grandparents had lunch, attended class, watched a special showing of Alice and Wonderland, and commemorated the day by taking a special fall-themed photo with their grandchild. Thank you to all of the volunteers that helped make this day so special! READ MORE >

Olympia High School will present the play Alice in Wonderland on Thursday, October 11, at 7:00 PM; Saturday, October 13, at 7:00 PM; and Sunday, October 14, at 2:00 PM. Tickets can be reserved by calling Wendy Wade at the middle school at (309) 379-5941, ext. 8330. This family-friendly production follows Alice (Mariah Maris) as she pursues the White Rabbit... READ MORE >

Olympia is in the midst of developing a 5 year Facilities Plan and we would like your input. Please plan on attending a Facility Planning session inside the school building your child attends. Each session begins at 6:30 pm, includes a brief tour of the facility, including academic, athletic, and fine art areas, then moves to the Learning Center where dialogue... READ MORE >

On November 6, Americans will go to the polls for midterm elections. It’s important to know the issues and the candidates if we are to fully carry out our responsibilities as voters. One OHS teacher has compiled much of the information you might need to be that ‘educated voter.’ On his webpage, you’ll find all the candidates, from national level down to local,... READ MORE >

Today our kindergartners worked on math using QR codes. They scanned a QR code and filled in the number shown on their ten frame paper! #kindergarten #olyspartanpride #olympiawest READ MORE >

The Olympia High School FFA provided free meals for local farmers on Wednesday, September 26th. FFA members distributed more than 400 pork burgers, chips, cookies and drinks at six local elevators. The elevators at Atlanta (Top Flight Grain), McLean (Evergreen FS), Stanford (Stanford Grain), Danvers (Danvers Farmers Elevator), Armington and Minier... READ MORE >

OHS Student Council members visited Oly West on Wednesday as part of the district's homecoming celebration. READ MORE >

Congratulations to seniors, Hannah Birkey and Marissa Horning, who were recognized as Commended Students in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program. Commended students are recognized for the exceptional academic promise demonstrated by their outstanding performance on the qualifying test used for program entry. About 34,000 Commended Students... READ MORE >

Thursday Looping through the grounds of Tremont Junior/Senior High School, our Spartans took the crown on both sides last Thursday. They did so in an impressive fashion considering their latest training. Coach Springer wanted the athletes to know that this race was a great step moving forward. “We were coming off of a harder training effort yesterday and... READ MORE >

7th grade students in Mrs. Hembra's English I class put their point of view skills to the test today by reading and analyzing a variety of children's books. While reading each book with their groups, students were asked to identify the point of view of each text, then explain how they knew. All types of point of view were covered within the seven... READ MORE >

Olympia High School students participated in various career pathway activities on Wednesday, September 19, 2018. Students will continue to participate in these activities throughout the year on our late start days. READ MORE >

Kindergarten students at Olympia West are spreading kindness by sending cards to Olympia graduate Brandon Jones who is completing basic training. Brandon is a former Kindergarten student of Mrs. Graber's. He will be sharing cards with fellow soldiers. This is the first of monthly kindness acts Mrs. Graber's class will be striving to achieve this school year. READ MORE >

The Olympia Spartan Varsity Football team prevailed in the inaugural "Corn Bowl" football game on Friday Night, Sept. 14th, vs. Bloomington Central Catholic. The large crowd on hand was treated to a hard fought back and forth contest. Veterans and 1st responders were also honored before the game as a part of "Hero's Night". Slug Slager, a World War II veteran,... READ MORE >

The kindergartners learned about letter A and apples this week. On Friday they participated in a blind taste test. Afterwards, it was revealed which type of apple they chose as their favorite. The class helped build a graph and discovered that Golden Delicious was the most popular! READ MORE >

Congratulations to the Marching Spartans on their outstanding performance at this weekend's Morton Invitational. The band won the visual caption and finished in 2nd place, trailing the first place band by only 0.75 points! The distance between 2nd and 3rd place was a full 10 points. Way to go, band! READ MORE >

On Friday, October 12, 2018, Olympia High School is hosting Grandparents Day. The event will run from 11:30 am until 3:30 pm. Grandparents will be welcomed with an opportunity to take a special photo with their grandchild. Grandparents will then enjoy lunch in the OHS cafeteria with their grandchild. Next, grandparents will attend 4th block with their... READ MORE >

Our class read the book Galimoto by Karen Lynn Williams about a young boy who lives in a village in Africa. A galimoto can be a toy car, but it can also mean something made out of recycled materials. The boy, Condi, has no toys, but goes throughout his village collecting bits of wire so that he can create his own galimoto. We were discussing the... READ MORE >

On Friday September 21, 2018 Olympia North will be hosting Grandparent’s Day. This event will last from 8:15 am until 10:15 am. This is a morning for grandparents to come spend time with their grandchild, and see the great things taking place in the school. We are excited for a morning of fun! If a grandparent is not available to attend, your child... READ MORE >

The Olympia School District, along with the Olympia Football team, would like to pay tribute to the people that make a difference in their lives. The Football Game on Friday September 14, 2018 has been designated as “Hero’s Night”. This is a chance for the Olympia School District and the Varsity Football team to express their extreme gratitude to those who... READ MORE >

The Olympia Transportation Team is looking for members that are interested in serving as substitute bus drivers and substitute bus aides. Substitute bus drivers are paid $17 per hour when subbing for a route driver and $14 an hour when driving an extra curricular trip. In order to begin the application process, click here: http://www.generalasp.com/olym... On... READ MORE >

Over the past three days, 7th grade students in Mrs. Hembra's English II classes have been presenting 'My Story' projects during class. Intended as an activity for students to share what is important to them, this project gave students a chance to tell their own stories. Students were given the choice of what to share, as well as how to share it. ... READ MORE >

The OHS Junior Class is looking for parents and students to work the concession stand at home football games. This is the main fundraiser for the junior class to put on Prom. Please volunteer to help the juniors raise money for prom. Volunteers are also needed for the AfterProm planning committee. Look for information soon about the first meeting for the... READ MORE >

Students in Ms. Jackson's first grade class at Olympia North could hardly contain their excitement as they prepared to visit the butterfly garden to observe what was happening out there. Ms. Jackson and her class have been talking about and investigating the various stages of butterfly development. Prior to making their observations, Ms. Jackson asked the... READ MORE >

The Olympia Advisory Council met for their first meeting of the school year at Olympia South on Monday evening. The OAC meets 4 times a year to discuss what's happening in the District and provide input. The meeting was held in the newly remodeled media center but members were also able to get a tour of the building and learn about all the things that are... READ MORE >

On Wednesday Olympia Administration met with local first responders and the Ministerial Alliance. The annual meeting is a time for Olympia to show appreciation for the hard work and dedication to keep the Olympia District safe. It is a great time for everyone to come together and collaborate on ways to strengthen communication and build relationships to work... READ MORE >

SERVICE LEARNING REQUIREMENT Students are required to complete 40 service-learning hours (10 hours per year). Class of 2019 must complete 10, Class of 2020 must complete 20, Class of 2021 must complete 30. Class of 22 will complete 40 by graduation. At the end of each academic year, it is the responsibility of the student to document and submit his/her... READ MORE >

New teachers and their mentors met with administration to kick off the 2018-19 school year today. New teachers were given a chance to learn about Olympia's policies and procedures, as well as the traditions and spirit of the Olympia community. Many of the mentors and administration team shared connections with Olympia that run deeper than just the position they... READ MORE >

Our 1st Spiritwear Store of the school year is now open! Place your order by Sunday, August 26, with an option for shipping directly to your home! Click on the link below, then click "Olympia Spartans" and start shopping! https://www.limelitegraphics.com/schools READ MORE >

Fall 2018 Pre-School ScreeningsScreenings for the 2018-19 school year are available for children birth through age five. This is a process to determine where children fall developmentally in areas such as motor skills, concepts, language, and behavior. Based on the results of the screening, a recommendation will be made to let you know if your child qualifies for a... READ MORE >

The Olympia Transportation Department is looking for individuals that are willing to serve as substitute bus drivers for the 2018-2019 school year. The starting rate of pay for substitute drivers is $17.00 per hour. In order to be apply to drive, please visit our employment page by clicking here. Once you are at the page, click on Online Application Site. You... READ MORE >

We are switching email from our existing email system to Gmail. Some of you have found your Gmail already and have been using it. We are turning off access to our current system as of today and your emails, contacts, and calendars will be migrating over in the next week or so. Please be patient as we get everything sorted. Once we believe the transfer is... READ MORE >

At the June 4, 2018 Board of Education Meeting, Board members and Administrators recognized Assistant Superintendent Dr. Josh Olsen for his 5 years of service to the Olympia District. Dr. Olsen’s last day for Olympia will be June 29, 2018, as he has accepted a job as Director of the Livingston County Special Services Unit in Pontiac. Superintendent Dr. Andrew... READ MORE >

The wood from the OHS Bleachers is for sale. Seat boards with numbers are $4/linear foot and come in 18’, and 7’6” lengths. Width is 9 ¼” and thickness is 1 ¼”. Riser boards are $2/linear foot, and also come in 18’, and 7’6” lengths. Width is 8 ¼” and thickness is ¾”. Interested parties should contact Scott Thornton, Director of Maintenance, at 309.379.6011... READ MORE >

Click HERE to view the details for the summer school option being offered for students entering 1st through 5th grades! Click HERE to register! READ MORE >

The Olympia school district had seven retirees for the 2017-2018 school year. We want to thank them for their service to the Olympia district as well as congratulate them on the amazing work that they accomplished in their time with Olympia. We hope that each and every retiree enjoys retirement to the fullest! The 2017-18 retirees are Susie Brun (bus driver),... READ MORE >

8th Grade Promotion will be held on Monday May 21st at 7:00 p.m. If you are unable to attend but would like to see the event, please click on the following link to be redirected to the page where the video will be streaming: Promotion Live Stream READ MORE >

Graduation begins at 3:00 PM Sunday, May 20, at Olympia High School. Live stream of the Olympia High School Graduation Ceremony READ MORE >

The Board approved 2018-19 school calendar can be found HERE as well as the 2018-19 summary calendar HERE. Be sure to check out the summary calendar as it lists all the events gearing up for the kick off of the school year in August.. As a reminder, online registration will open on July 1st and remain open through the whole month. We will see all students for... READ MORE >

The OHS Music Department is hosting our version of Saturday Night Live this Saturday, May 12 at 7pm in the OHS cafeteria. The evening will feature the Route 66 Vocal Jazz Ensemble, the OHS Jazz Ensemble, and talent from OHS students. Come out to support your friends and enjoy an evening of music and talent. Student tickets are $5 at the door and include a... READ MORE >

On Wednesday night, kindergarten students at Olympia West Elementary left their stuffed animals to sleep over. When arriving the next morning, they found their animals had left a big mess and photo evidence of their party. After cleaning up and viewing the photos, students wrote and illustrated a book depicting what their stuffed animal had done. #OlySpartanPride READ MORE >

Back around the holidays, the Olympia History Club collected clothing, toiletries and other items to send to some of our troops deployed overseas. The club gathered enough for several packages...a couple to individual soldiers for whom we had addresses and a few just to “whomever” they found their way to. Recently, Olympia received an e-mail of thanks... READ MORE >

Illini Prairie Conference schools came together Thursday, April 26, to honor their 2018 scholar athletes during the Illini Prairie Student Recognition Banquet at Illinois State University’s Hancock Stadium Clubroom. Administrators from Bloomington Central Catholic High School, Chillicothe Illinois Valley Central High School, Monticello High School, ... READ MORE >

This week is your last opportunity to purchase a yearbook for your child. Please remember that we do not order any extras, so if you want one for your Olympia High School student, you will have to preorder one. To do this, please visit this website and submit your order: ... READ MORE >

On Friday, April 13th, Olympia principals recognized two students from the highest grade level in their building at the annual Illinois Principals Association Student Recognition Luncheon. Students were chosen based on the positive leadership roles they have assumed in their buildings. These students have consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic, a positive... READ MORE >

The annual FFA Plant Sale will be held the first two Saturdays in May. The OHS greenhouse will be open from 9AM-1PM on Saturday, May 5th and 12th. We have many flowers, tomatoes, peppers, herbs and hanging baskets to choose from. The Horticulture students have worked very hard this semester to put on this sale. All proceeds benefit the Olympia FFA Leadership... READ MORE >

On Thursday April 5th Illinois Lieutenant Governor Evelyn Sanguinetti spent the afternoon at Olympia Middle School. Lieutenant Governor Sanguinetti visited a few classrooms at OMS and then spent time meeting with the 6th Grade class congratulating them on earning the Illinois Biodiversity Field Trip grant. Through the years that the grant has been... READ MORE >

The Second Annual McLean County STEM gala was held at Illinois State University in the Brown Ballroom on April 4, 2018. The evening consisted of a STEM showcase followed by dinner, a keynote address and recognition of participants and nominees. The Gala is an opportunity for McLean county to connect, develop and inspire local students, educators and... READ MORE >

For those of you that have been missing the PDF version of the monthly lunch menus on the new website, we have some exciting news! We were able to create a link on the Food Service/Menus page that will take you to those full month PDF menus. To locate the link select Menu in the top right corner of the District website. Then select Food Service/Menus under the... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Round-up/ Open House will be held at Olympia North, Olympia South, and Olympia West on Thursday, April 5 from 5:00-6:30 for all students who will be 5 on or before September 1, 2018. Please bring a copy of your child’s official birth certificate with you to the elementary building your student will attend in the fall. You can also contact the... READ MORE >

Olympia CUSD 16 is requesting your help in receiving a $25,000 grant from Monsanto through their Grow Rural Education grant program. Farmers are eligible to vote through April 2nd. To vote for Olympia go to - https://www.americasfarmers.com/grow-rural-education/ The Next Generation Science Standards call for a huge paradigm shift in the way that... READ MORE >

Welcome to the new and improved Olympia District website! We hope that you agree that the updated website is a welcome change. If you encounter any issues when searching for needed information, please contact Ami Lawson at 309-379-6011 ext 1127. Another new addition for all the Olympia Schools is the creation of Facebook and Twitter pages. The staff at each... READ MORE >

By Evan Spratt, OHS Torch Reporter On April 8th, the Olympia High School National Honor Society will be hosting a princess tea party for the district children; there will be games, crafts, karaoke, and much more. This is the first time that NHS has done an event like this. The members noticed how successful the princess hallway was during... READ MORE >

The three circle model of Agricultural Education has become a model of excellence that other areas of education are looking to for future growth. Those three circles represent classroom/lab instruction, the National FFA Organization, and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE). Through this comprehensive approach, students are able to gain a variety of skills... READ MORE >

Our students are finding new and creative places to use their Chromebooks! READ MORE >

Olympia’s 1st ever Math Team competed at the ICTM Math Contest on Saturday, February24, 2018 at Illinois Central College in East Peoria. Coached byChristyn Biswell, a total of 21 Olympia Spartans competed bothindividually and in team events. Team Members are Aurora Bauer, Marissa Horning, Dani Litwiller, KelseyLessen, Chloe Scroggins, Colby Burt, Claire Mercier,... READ MORE >

Third gradestudents at Olympia South have been building their skills for thefuture. They learned basic coding and came up with their own codes. After learning what coding was (boy were they surprised to learn howmany things needed codes to run!) they had the chance to design theirown codes. Some of the projects included programming a robot to turn on a lightand... READ MORE >

The Kindergarten students at Olympia North created an arcade this weekthrough Kiwi Co crates. We received the John Maitland AgricultureAwareness Grant which donated money to be used toward agriculture in theclassroom. Students worked in small groups and followed directions onhow to create the claw. They were able to use rubber bands, screws andnuts to create the... READ MORE >

Olympia School District proudly announces the Olympia High School Hall of Fame Class of 2018 inductees! These distinguished individuals will be introduced at half-time of the boys’ basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018, at Olympia High School. In coordination with and the Pack the Place Night and FFA Silent Auction. Olympia fans are encouraged to give... READ MORE >

On Monday, December 4th, and Tuesday, December 5th, Olympia staff members presented three sessions at the Raising Student Achievement Conference in St. Charles, Illinois. Mrs. VanGorder and Mr. Walsh presented on the Olympia school district's transition to Skills Based Reporting and how to implement, evaluate, and communicate progress on Social Emotional Skills.... READ MORE >