WELCOME TO ORRVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL
“Rider Strong”

Respect, Prepare, Perform, Persist

Dear OMS Community, 

As we start the second semester, we would like to thank everyone for all of the support for this school year. It is also a good time to look at the progress we are making and to focus in on improvements that need to be met. The winter and spring are busy at the middle school as we get ready for State Testing and the entire end of the year activities. In this newsletter, we have listed the State Testing dates. Please make sure your child comes to school well rested and with a good breakfast! As a friendly reminder, please be careful dropping off and picking up your students at school. Again, we thank you for your support and if we can be any assistance to you, please contact us at school.

Go Riders!

Go Riders!
Dave Sovacool, Principal
Sly Slaughter, Asst. Principal

PHILOSOPHY
The philosophy of Orrville Middle School centers on the belief that all students have the capacity to learn, grow and develop into knowledgeable and caring citizens of the Orrville community. Our students will be engaged in learning that is relevant, challenging and exploratory. It is our goal that our students develop socially, emotionally, and academically in a trusting and respectful environment in which family and community are actively involved. In order to achieve these goals it is necessary for the school and family to work closely with each other so that the child is successful at school. During the middle school years, our students may face many important life choices and needs the support of both home and school to make wise, healthy decisions.

MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Orrville City School District, in partnership with the parents and the community, is to inspire all students to become successful and lifelong learners and to be prepared to responsibly contribute to our community and society.

SCHOOL RULES
All middle school students follow three basic school rules. These rules are followed in every location of the buildings. The students pride themselves on following the three R’s.

• Respect yourself!
• Respect others!
• Respect property!

Go Riders!