Ordean East Middle School News
March 8th, 2024
Ordean Happenings
History Day Achievements
Congratulations!
The following Ordean East students participated in the Northeast Regional History Day competition on Saturday, March 2 at UMD and received these awards.
Individual Exhibit Honorable Mention: Kai Chapman, Ada Horst, and Gemma Kim.
Individual Exhibit State Qualifier: Laila Davis, Salina Madsen, Ellen Maurer-Jones, and Peter Singer.
Group Exhibit State Qualifier: Florence Ridenour and Eliza Bauerkemper.
Group Documentary State Qualifier: Amelia Osmundson and Sadie Pollard.
Well done to all who competed and good luck to those moving forward to the state event April 20th in Minneapolis.
OEMS Band Students visit EHS
OEMS Band students, grades 6-8, went to East HS Tuesday morning. They were treated to wonderful music by the high school's Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band and Pep Band. We hope to see our students on that same stage in a few years! Also, when we were heading back to school the Hospitality Class at East provided each student with a fresh baked cookie!
OEMS Swim Team Wrapping Up a Great Season
The Swim Team will wrap up the season with an intersquad meet on Monday after school, spectators are welcome. The swimming events should start around 4:00 and end around 5:00. Great job this season, Huskies!
OEMS Students Excel on the Curling Sheet
Two Ordean East students participated in the MN State High School Championship: Zoe Lopez and Asher Josephson. Asher Josephson's team made it to finals and won the D division. Congratulations to both of you!
- Team Holden:
- Olive Holden
- Karolyn Deiss
- Zoe Lopez (Ordean East)
- Samantha Kohlts
- Team Schlater (D Division Champs):
- Henry Schlater
- Cooper Josephson
- Jordan Walters
- Asher Josephson (Ordean East)
Celebrating Black History Month
In Ms.Smilanich's and Ms.Andersonβs class, students were tasked with creating a trading card based on a Black American who has made a contribution or an achievement in U.S. History. They researched and came up with an adjective, achievement, superpower, and more. Check out what these 7th graders created!
8th Grade Early European History Projects
In 8th Grade Global Studies students created dioramas that represented a group of people or an event in early European history of their choice. Their projects are on display in the media center.
Awesome hands-on SCIENCE
6th graders engage in a colorful lesson about convention in Ms. Christensen's class and 8th grade students made ice cream during a phase change lab in 8th grade physical science. Yum!!
Ordean 8th grader performs at MBOTMA
Inara Kruse, 8th grade at OEMS, performed at the MBOTMA (Mn & Old-Time Blue Grass Association) festival this weekend with her family band, "Kruse Jam"
She was playing bass and fiddle. Way to go, Inara!
8th Grade Twins Game Field Trip Reminder
This is a reminder to all 8th graders interested in attending the Twins Game field trip on May 30th. Permission slips need to be returned to WIN teachers ASAP so we get accurate counts. Families, please remind your 8th graders to get their slips turned in. Thank you!
Request for Additional Outdoor Equipment
Attention OEMS families! We are in need of 4 standard sized soccer balls and 3 volleyballs for students to use during outdoor time during the lunch period. If you are willing and able to make a donation of one of these pieces of equipment, we would greatly appreciate it! Please bring donations to the front office, c/o Dean of Students.
Thank you so much for considering!
OEMS PTA - Important Updates
Please join us for our spring PTA meeting on 3/14 at 6:30pm in Media room.
We will be talking about the remaining spring activities, and the need for new PTA officers for next year.
Questions? Contact us at ordeanpta@gmail.com
Everyone is welcome to attend. We hope to see you there!
Spring Conference Reminder
Just a reminder that the next Spring Conference date will be held on the following date:
March 12th - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM - Due to Township Elections we need to ensure we have no meeting scheduled after 6 pm.
If you were unable to secure an in-person spot, please contact the teacher you'd like to connect with.
BARK Updates
Chromebook Care Incentive - Update
For the past four days, the Ordean staff has been reinforcing the 3 Cs of Chromebook care: Case, Charged, and Closed by recognizing students who are following the guidelines. We have seen a notable increase in students treating their chromebooks with care, and want to keep that good thing going! Please join us in continuing to reinforce these important expectations so we can protect our district's investment. Thank you so much!
Staff vs. Students Basketball Game
After suffering a painful loss in the Staff vs. Student Volleyball game back in December, the staff is ready to once again take on the students in a battle for the title of best athletes! On Friday, March 22nd we will host the entire school at the Staff vs. Students Rematch: Basketball Edition.
7th and 8th grade students with basketball experience can apply for the student team NOW! The application is posted on Canvas and will be available until March 8th @ 4:00 PM. Coach Windt will contact players shortly after the window closes.
We WILL be in need of parent volunteers, so please stay tuned for more information and MARK YOUR CALENDARS. It's going to be EPIC.
2024 DPS Student Art Exhibition
Lester Park Carnival Volunteers Needed
Lester Park Elementary is holding their annual Spring Carnival on Friday, March 22nd. They are looking for lots of volunteers to help with games. Adults can sign up to help with games, food, or tickets. Older students can volunteer to help with games or clean-up. Below is the sign up genius. Thanks in advance for considering!
SAVE THE DATE
March 12th - Spring Conference Night #2
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
March 14th - 8th grade Registration for High School
March 14th - OEMS PTA General Membership Meeting
6:30 PM - OEMS Media Center
March 15th - Cheerleading Informational Meeting
3:45 PM - East Mezz
March 22nd - Staff vs. Students Basketball Game
1:40 PM - 2:45 PM
Counselor Corner
Important Dates for 8th graders:
March 14th East School Counselors come to OEMS to register 8th grades for High School
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Ordean Track and Field - Register NOW!
Registration for the Spring 2024 OEMS Track and Field season will be open from March 8th - March 22nd. Please see the attached flier for registration information. We're looking forward to starting soon!
Cheerleading Opportunity
8th graders, have you ever thought about joining cheer next year? Have you been following along with us on our journey and have been interested in trying out? We welcome you to come and try out for the cheer team! We will be hosting an informational meeting where you get to meet the coaches and learn a bit about our team on March 15th at East High School in the Mezz at 3:45 pm. Our tryouts will then be the following week March 18th - 22nd from 4 - 6 pm at East in the Multipurpose room. Check out our social media for more information at duluth.east.cheer. Hope to see you at the meeting on March 15th!
UMD Youth Football Camp
UMD will be hosting their annual Youth Football Camp for students entering grades 3-8 this summer. The camp will run on July 11th and 12th from 9 AM-4 PM and the cost is $125. Please see the flyer below for additional information!
https://bulldogsfootballcamps.totalcamps.com/shop/product/305056
OEMS Staff Feature
Let's meet Derick Tomaich, Special Education Paraprofessional
Describe your role at OEMS:
I am a Special Ed. para and work with amazing kids. I also head the recycling team.
What do you like to do when you are not at school?
Road trips, photography, and watching sports. Hang out with my girlfriend and her granddaughter.
We follow BARK principles at OEMS. BARK stands for Be kind, Act responsibly, Respect others, and Keep safe. Which is your favorite BARK principle?
Act Responsibly
What advice do you have for middle school students to help them be awesome humans?
Have common sense and get off the screens and enjoy the outdoors.
Do you want to time travel to the past or to the future? When? Why?
Past to Jurassic Era to see the dinosaurs.
Create a ridiculous or irrelevant super hero, what is their name and power?
Packerman/Being Awesome
Tell a joke.
Whatβs the difference between the MN Vikings and a car in a junkyard?
At least the car has a title.
Farewell and Best Wishes, Sanduni!
OEMS would like to bid a fond farewell to our Administrative Assistant Sanduni Saparamadu, as she moves on to a new adventure. We will miss you so much and we wish you the best of luck in your new position!
Ordean East Middle School
Email: ordeaneast@isd709.org
Website: https://ordeaneast.isd709.org/
Phone: 218-336-8940