Support OMS Boys Basketball, and show off your Spartan Pride with a purchase of some great Spartan Spirit wear!
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#DigCit Family Tip 5: Take breaks.
If you notice your kid getting pulled into digital drama, help them take a break. It's great if they can determine for themselves when they need to step back, but they might need some help setting limits.
Olympia District Wellness Event is coming this Sunday at the Hopedale Wellness Center 3-5 PM. FREE event includes kids yoga class, swimming and open gym. Question: michelle.maris@olympia.org. Sign up today: https://bit.ly/3RDA6n8
Join us this Sunday, October 22nd.
Want to check out the Hopedale Pool? Join us at the Olympia District Wellness Event this Sunday, at the Hopedale Wellness Center 3-5 PM. FREE event includes kids yoga class, swimming and open gym. Question: michelle.maris@olympia.org. Sign up today: https://bit.ly/3RDA6n8
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Digital harassment happens when teens use texts, instant messages, emails, and social media posts to keep tabs on or threaten someone else. It usually involves two people in a close relationship. Here are four ways to help teens avoid digital harassment.
Olympia District Wellness Event is coming this Sunday at the Hopedale Wellness Center 3-5 PM. FREE event includes kids yoga class, swimming and open gym. Question: michelle.maris@olympia.org. Sign up today: https://bit.ly/3RDA6n8
Do you know your parenting style? You know that you are a good parent but want to be a better parent. Join us tonight to learn about being the best parent! Register to receive the Zoom link.
#DigCit Family Tip 4: Encourage upstanding.
Let kids know that supporting someone who is being bullied makes a difference. If they feel safe confronting the bully, they should. If not, a PM can help someone through a tough time. Speaking up against hate speech is important too!
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As humans, we thrive on social connections and group associations. But this tendency can also lead us to be suspicious of people outside our group. This fear -- xenophobia -- can be overcome by more exposure to people who are different from us. However, the internet can often make this more difficult. Help your kids recognize this challenge and find strategies for navigating content online.
Olympia Middle School Boy's Basketball tryouts will take place on October 16th (at OMS) and October 17th (at Oly West). Any interested athletes need to be registered on 8to18 and have an updated physical on file.
Spartan Fans - We are closely monitoring the weather. We anticipate that all Friday night events will proceed as scheduled. In the event of lightning or heavy rain /winds, fans will be asked to return to their cars OR to the OHMS cafeteria. Remaining in the stadium will not be an option.
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Cyberbullying is something most families hope they never have to deal with. But if your kids are texting, sharing photos, and posting comments, it’s important to talk to them about how to deal with online harassment. Learn 5 ways to stop cyberbullies.
The sixth grade celebrated their successes of the first quarter with their first Team Day of the year on Friday, October 13th. The day included OMS trivia, choice activities, movies, and snacks. Ten students were rewarded by their peers for showing the qualities of strong Spartans. Thank you to the generous donors who helped make this day special!
#DigCit Family Tip 3: Role-play.
If kids feel like they might have trouble removing themselves from digital drama, experiment with some different ways they can make a graceful exit. Talk through words they can use, ways they can steer conversations in positive directions, etc.
Today is World Homeless Day. Did you know we have housing insecurity fact sheets in each of our buildings!
Families, we are just one week away from our second session "Helping Your Child Succeed". Be sure to register for the Zoom link to show up in your inbox. This is for anyone in our district! Last session on Anxiety is housed on the Spartan website under parent engagement.
#DigCit Family Tip 2: Check in about online life.
Just like you'd ask your kid about their sleep, exercise, and eating, stay on top of their online life. Who are they chatting with? How do people treat each other in the games and on the sites they're using?
#DigCit Family Tip 1: Define your terms.
Make sure kids understand what cyberbullying is: repeated and unwanted mean or hurtful words or behavior that occur online (through texts, social media posts, online chat, etc.).
