The candy sale ended Friday as far as the classroom competitionwith the winning classroom receiving a pizza party.  At the end of last Thursday, $20,712.81 worthof candy has been sold.  Presently Mrs.Carlson’s room is in first place with $3,010.10 and Mrs. Shultz/Mrs. Amstutz’sroom is in second place with $2,868.55 worth of candy being sold.  All money that has been turned in throughFriday will be totaled in the next day or so and the winning room will beannounced.  Any student who still wantsto sell candy so they can have more opportunities to win one of the awesomeprizes is able to receive more candy.  Ifyou have any questions, please contact your first hour teacher or Mr. Holmberg.

Attention students – spring conferences will be held today (3/25)and Wednesday (3/27) here at the middle school from 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm.  You received a hand out in your seventh hourclass last Friday that you took home to your parents.  If they have any questions they can check themiddle school website or call the office.

Girls on the Run will be having a bake sale at the conferences onMonday night.  Tell your parents to bringextra money to the conferences as there were be yummy treats for them topurchase.  All proceeds will go towardshelping to defray the costs of the registration fee for all the girls.

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Friday, March 22, 2013

Congratulationsto the following individuals!

Staffof the Month

SherylLuttrull

SupportStaff of the Month

TomGrimard

Studentof the Month

McKennaDavis

WilliamDePender

Artistof the Month

BrandonRusco

Athleteof the Month

HannaAlviar

CamriFlorez

AshlynTobin

MariyahWilcox

The candy sale ends today as far as the classroom competition withthe winning classroom receiving a pizza party. As of the end of yesterday, $20,712.81 worth of candy has been sold.  The candy sale chart will be updated latertoday.  Any student who still wants tosell candy so they can have more opportunities to win one of the awesome prizesis able to receive more candy.  All moneyneeds to be turned in to your first hour teacher.  If you have any questions, please contactyour first hour teacher or Mr. Holmberg.

Attention students – spring conferences will be held this Monday(3/25) and Wednesday (3/27) here at the middle school from 4:30 pm – 7:30pm.  You will be receiving a hand out inyour seventh hour class today that you need to take home to your parents.  If they have any questions they can check themiddle school website or call the office.

Girls on the Run will be having a bake sale at the conferences onMonday night.  Tell your parents to bringextra money to the conferences as there were be yummy treats for them topurchase.  All proceeds will go towardshelping to defray the costs of the registration fee for all the girls.

Attention all volleyball players - Volleyball uniforms need towashed and turned in to your coach by the end of this week.  

 Middle school weightlifting is now on Tuesday's and Friday's after school until 4:00 pm. Pleasecontact Coach Woodwyk if you have any questions.

Sign ups for Oakridge Softball will beheld Sat March 23rd and Sun March 24th from 12:30 pm -4:30 pmat Oakridge Middle School Gym. These sign ups will be for boththe Major and Junior teams. This will be the last sign up forthe Major which is the12U team.

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Thursday, March 21, 2013

The candy sale ends tomorrow as far as the classroom competition withthe winning classroom receiving a pizza party. Any student who still wants to sell candy so they can have more opportunitiesto win one of the awesome prizes is able to receive more candy.  All money needs to be turned in to your firsthour teacher.  If you have any questions,please contact your first hour teacher or Mr. Holmberg.

Attention all volleyball players - Volleyball uniforms need towashed and turned in to your coach by the end of this week.  

 Middle school weightlifting is now on Tuesday's and Friday's after school until 4:00 pm. Pleasecontact Coach Woodwyk if you have any questions.

Sign ups for Oakridge Softball will beheld Sat March 23rd and Sun March 24th from 12:30 pm - 4:30 pmat Oakridge Middle School Gym. These sign ups will be for boththe Major and Junior teams. This will be the last sign up forthe Major which is the12U team.

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Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Attention all volleyball players - Volleyball uniforms need towashed and turned in to your coach by the end of this week.  

 Middle school weightlifting is now on Tuesday's and Friday's after school until 4:00 pm. Pleasecontact Coach Woodwyk if you have any questions.

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Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Attention all volleyball players - Volleyball uniforms need towashed and turned in to your coach by the end of this week.

Report cards were distributed to all students yesterday duringyour 7^th hour class.  Pleasetake this home to review with your parents.

 Middle school weightlifting is now on Tuesday's and Friday's after school until 4:00 pm. Pleasecontact Coach Woodwyk if you have any questions.

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Thursday, March 14, 2013   

The 8th Grade Volleyball team traveled to Shelby to battle theWhitehall Vikings in the semi-finals yesterday. The Lady Eagles started off slow losing the first game 20 to 25, butcame back to win the second game 25 to 22. The girls applied the pressure in the third game with stellar attacksand serving to defeat the Vikings 15 to 9.

The Lady Eaglesthen met the North Muskegon Norseman in the Finals.  The girls won the first game 25 to 23 andthen demolished the Norseman with a score of 25 to 5 to win the

West Michigan Conference VolleyballTournament!

Congratulations to the following:

Mariyah Wilcox for serving 13 straight times

Katie Musser for outstanding setting

Caitlyn Harris for great libero play

Hannah Reinhold, Lanessa Meyers, and Alyssa Slade for an awesomeattacking trio

Sarah Butler for towering defense

Hannah Delora, Toni Garza, Mariah Messer, Jenna Potts, AshlynTobin, Amber Wildig, and Sarah Six for strong serving, passing, and attacking.

Thanks for the great volleyball season – from coaches Rieger,Musser, and Knight.

The choir willbe having their concert today at 6:30 pm in the middle school auditorium.  Try and attend this event is you can as thereis no admission charged.

The candy saleis going strong.  At this point$12,718.86 worth of candy has been sold. We have some new leaders in the sale:

First Place                 Mr. Rieger’s room                             $1,861.35

Second Place             Mrs. Carlson’s room                          $1,740.00

Third Place                Mrs. Shultz/Ms. Hansen’s room     $1,622.35

Fourth Place              Mr. Woodwyk/Mrs. Luttrull’s room           $1,140.00

Keep sellingyour candy as each box you sell gives you another ticket to be entered into thedrawing for one of the awesome prizes.  Rememberthat all unsold candy other than your first box of candy needs to be returnedby this Friday.  After Friday, only moneycan be returned.  If you have anyquestions, please contact your first hour teacher or stop in the office.

Anyone who isinterested in working the School Carnival this Saturday from 6 – 8 pm, pleasecontact Mrs. Parker.

Middle school lifting is now on Tuesday's and Friday's afterschool until 4:00 pm. There will be a shoe sizing this Thursday for thoseinterested in new football cleats for next year.  Coach Woodwyk will have samples to try on forsize and style.

OakridgeMiddle School will be participating in The Muskegon Lumberjacks School Nightthis Friday, March 15^th.  Thegame begins at 7:15 pm and the cost is $5.00 for students through age 12, and$8.00 for adults.  An informational flyeris available in the middle school office if you have any further questions.

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Wednesday, March 13, 2013   

Good luck tothe 8^th grade volleyball team on their game against Whitehall atShelby today.  The bus leaves at 2:45 pmtoday.  Go girls!!

Students –Tomorrow we are having a Locker Clean Out. After the first warning bell rings at 7:42 am, report to your locker toget it cleaned out.  Your first hourteacher will have some plastic bags to put excess items in if you needthem.  You are expected to report toclass at the normal starting time of 7:50 am.

The choir willbe having their concert tomorrow evening at 6:30 pm in the middle schoolauditorium.  Try and attend this event isyou can as there is no admission charged.

The candy saleis going strong.  At this point$12,718.86 worth of candy has been sold. We have some new leaders in the sale:

First Place                 Mr. Rieger’s room                             $1,861.35

Second Place             Mrs. Carlson’s room                          $1,740.00

Third Place                Mrs. Shultz/Ms. Hansen’s room     $1,622.35

Fourth Place              Mr. Woodwyk/Mrs. Luttrull’s room           $1,140.00

Keep sellingyour candy as each box you sell gives you another ticket to be entered into thedrawing for one of the awesome prizes.  Rememberthat all unsold candy other than your first box of candy needs to be returned bythis Friday.  After Friday, only moneycan be returned.  If you have anyquestions, please contact your first hour teacher or stop in the office.

Attention Readers:

You are all doing anexcellent job reading!  Remember, your ultimate goal is to read 150,000words.  In order to calculate your total words, you must take the ARquiz.  Also, you may need to complete more than 1 treasure map.

 Do you know whatthe following students all have in common?

 Shaina Benedict

Corey Hampton

Kennedy Mapes

Laverne Speers

Kyle Milliron

Jordan Leak

Kaitlyn Johnson

Damian Herrera

Alaina Patino

Randy Lewis

Angel Bean

Jarrett Fatseas

Elizabeth Mueller

Conner Owens-Glassford

Michael Boyer

Veronica Lamkin

 THEY HAVE REACHEDTHEIR ULTIMATE GOAL OF 150,000 WORDS!  Now it's a race to see who readsthe most words this month.  Keep onReading!

Middle school lifting is now on Tuesday's and Friday's afterschool until 4:00 pm.  Please have rides arranged for you to be picked-upafter weight-lifting.  There will be a shoe sizing this Thursday for thoseinterested in new football cleats for next year.

OakridgeMiddle School will be participating in The Muskegon Lumberjacks School Nightthis Friday, March 15^th.  Thegame begins at 7:15 pm and the cost is $5.00 for students through age 12, and$8.00 for adults.  An informational flyeris available in the middle school office if you have any further questions.

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Tuesday, March 12, 2013  

Congratulationsto the 8^th grade volleyball team on their win over Montague lastnight in conference tournament play. Scores were 25-18 and 25-21. Serving points for the Eagles were: Sarah Six with 7 points, Alyssa Slade with 6 points, Katie Musser with 5points, and Lanessa Meyers and Mariah Messer with 4 points each.  The Eagles advance to play the winner of theWhitehall vs. Shelby game.

Good job to the7^th grade volleyball team on your hard fought matches againstMontague.  The girls lost close battleswith scores of 23-25 and 21-25.  Leadingscorers were Kaley Pascavis with 9 points, Avery Wildig with 6 points, HannahThomas with 4 points and Camri Florez with 3 points.  The team finished with a 19 and 13 win lossrecord for the season, something to be very proud of!

AttentionStudents – Tomorrow is another Late Start Day. School will start exactly 1 hour later. 

Middle school lifting is now on Tuesday's and Friday's afterschool until 4:00 pm.  Please have rides arranged for you to be picked-upafter weight-lifting.  There will be a shoe sizing this Thursday for thoseinterested in new football cleats for next year.

Attention 8^thgrade students – A meeting will be held tonight (3/12) at 5:30 pm in theauditorium.  Please bring your parents asthis is an important meeting to discuss your class schedule for 9^thgrade classes.  There was a misprint inthe date of this meeting in the current issue of Echoes.

OakridgeMiddle School will be participating in The Muskegon Lumberjacks School Nightthis Friday, March 15^th.  Thegame begins at 7:15 pm and the cost is $5.00 for students through age 12, and$8.00 for adults.  An informational flyeris available in the middle school office if you have any further questions.

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Friday, March 8, 2013  

Congratulationsto the 8^th grade volleyball team on their 3-1 victory over Ravennalast night.  Scores were:  21-6, 21-16, 21-13, 14-21.  High scorers were:

Lanessa Meyerswith 11 points

Caitlyn Harriswith 6 points

Jenna Pottswith 5 points

Sarah Six andAlyssa Slade with 4 points each

Amber Wildigwith 3 points.

Good job to the7^th grade volleyball on their 2-2 split with the Bulldogs. 

Scoreswere:  21-19, 3-21, 19-21, 21-19

Serving with100% accuracy was Brooke Ruel, Hannah Thomas, and Lizzi Tilford.

Serving up Aceswere Hanna Alviar with 5, Kaley Pascavis 2 and Gracie Reinhold with 2.

Addingoffensively were Hanna Alviar with 3 kills and Brooke Ruel with 1.

GirlsOn The Run will begin this Monday (3/11) at 3:00 pm in Room #18.  Bring a change of clothes so you will be ableto participate.  If you have anyquestions, please contact either Ms. Strevey or Mrs. Webb.

Middle school weight training for8th graders interested in playing football next year will take place onTuesdays and Thursdays.  Meet in the football weight room after school.

Attention 8^thgrade students – A meeting will be held next Tuesday, March 12^th at5:30 pm in the auditorium.  Please bringyour parents as this is an important meeting to discuss your class schedule for9^th grade classes.  There wasa misprint in the date of this meeting in the current issue of Echoes.

OakridgeMiddle School will be participating in The Muskegon Lumberjacks School Night onFriday, March 15^th.  The gamebegins at 7:15 pm and the cost is $5.00 for students through age 12, and $8.00for adults.  An informational flyer isavailable in the middle school office if you have any further questions.

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Thursday, March 7, 2013  

The volleyball teams play Ravenna today atRavenna.  The seventh grade game beginsat 4:00 pm with the eighth grade game to follow.  Good luck to both teams!!

Middle school weight training for8th graders interested in playing football next year will take place onTuesdays and Thursdays.  Meet in the football weight room after school.

Attention 8^thgrade students – A meeting will be held next Tuesday, March 12^th at5:30 pm in the auditorium.  Please bringyour parents as this is an important meeting to discuss your class schedule for9^th grade classes.  There wasa misprint in the date of this meeting in the current issue of Echoes.

OakridgeMiddle School will be participating in The Muskegon Lumberjacks School Night onFriday, March 15^th.  The gamebegins at 7:15 pm and the cost is $5.00 for students through age 12, and $8.00for adults.  An informational flyer isavailable in the middle school office if you have any further questions.

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Monday, March 4, 2013  

The girlsvolleyball teams play Whitehall tomorrow here at Oakridge.  The seventh grade game begins at 4:00 pm withthe eighth grade game to follow.  Goodluck to both teams!!

Students – Tomorrow, Tuesday, March 5^th,you will be taking the EXPLORE test in your first hour class.  EXPLOREconsists of an interest inventory as well as four timed tests – in English,Math, Reading, and Science –  and will take until the end of 4^thhour. 

Doing your best on the EXPLORE is importantbecause the results will help you plan for your future.  You can preparefor doing your best on the EXPLORE by:

1.    Getting plenty of sleep the night before thetest

2.   Eating a healthy breakfast the morning of thetest

3.   Following the test directions and askingquestions if you have them

4.   Not spending too much time on a question youdon’t know

5.   Reviewing your work if you finish early

If you have any questions about the EXPLORE, please seeMs. Strevey.

The candy sale is in full swing.  As of the end of last Friday, $4,324.20dollars of candy have been sold.  Hereare the four leading classrooms:

Mrs. Carlson                                      $660.00

Mrs. Shultz/Ms. Hansen                  $600.10

Mr. Rieger                                          $540.20

Mrs. Westerlund                               $540.00

The winning classroom will receive a pizza party so keepon selling!!  Also, for each additional boxof candy that you sell your name goes into the drawing for a chance to win oneof the awesome prizes.

Middle school weight training for8th graders interested in playing football next year will take place onTuesdays and Thursdays.  Meet in the football weight room after school.

Congratulations to the OMS Band on their 2^nd Division Ratingand 1 in Sight reading at District Festival last Friday.

OakridgeMiddle School will be participating in The Muskegon Lumberjacks School Night onFriday, March 15^th.  The gamebegins at 7:15 pm and the cost is $5.00 for students through age 12, and $8.00for adults.  An informational flyer is availablein the middle school office if you have any further questions.

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Friday, March 1, 2013  

Congratulationsto both the 7^th and 8^th grade volleyball teams in theirsweep of North Muskegon last night. 

Scores for the7^th grade were 21-7, 21-10, 21-9, and 21-17.  High point servers for the Eagles were GracieReinhold with 18 points and 4 aces, Hanna Alviar with 12 points and 8 aces,Camri Florez with 6 points, 1 ace, and 100% serving accuracy, Brooke Ruel with5 points, 1 ace and 100% serving accuracy, and Avery Wildig with 5 points and 1ace.  Kaley Pascavis, Cassie Loera, LizziTilford, and Hannah Thomas also served with 100% accuracy for all 4 games.  Good job to the entire team on yourcommunication and defensive plays also.

Scores for the8^th grade were 21-13, 21-19, 22-20, and 21-12.  High point servers were Lanessa Meyers with10 points, Mariah Messer with 9 points, Jenna Potts with 6 points, Toni Garzawith 5 points, and Hannah Reinhold and Katie Musser each adding 3 points.  The Eagle’s offense dominated the game withmultiple set ups, attacks, and spikes.

Middle school weight training for8th graders interested in playing football next year will take place onTuesdays and Thursdays.  Meet in the football weight room after school.

OakridgeMiddle School will be participating in The Muskegon Lumberjacks School Night onFriday, March 15^th.  The gamebegins at 7:15 pm and the cost is $5.00 for students through age 12, and $8.00for adults.  An informational flyer isavailable in the middle school office if you have any further questions.

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Thursday, February 28, 2013  

The volleyballteams play North Muskegon here today at Oakridge.  Admission for students is only $2.00 so tryand attend the games and support the girls if you can.  The first game begins at 4:00 pm.  Good luck girls!!

Ms.Dutton's 1st and 2nd hours: your Cell Cycle projects will NOT be due untilFriday.  Students will have today in class to work on theproject.  If you are NOT in Ms. Dutton's 1st or 2nd hour then yourprojects are due today, Thursday!

All bandstudents will report to the band room during third and fourth hour today for rehearsalfor festival.

Middle school weight training for8th graders interested in playing football next year will take place onTuesdays and Thursdays.  Meet in the football weight room after school.

OakridgeMiddle School will be participating in The Muskegon Lumberjacks School Night onFriday, March 15^th.  The gamebegins at 7:15 pm and the cost is $5.00 for students through age 12, and $8.00for adults.  An informational flyer isavailable in the middle school office if you have any further questions.

Attention Staff– Today we will be holding our Annual Chili Cook-off in the ms loungetoday.  Enjoy!!

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Wednesday, February 27, 2013  

Congratulationsto the 7^th grade volleyball team on their 3-1 victory over MasonCounty Central.  Scores of the games were21-12, 21-15, 21-13, and 15-21.  Leadingthe team with service points were Madison Whipple with 8 points, GracieReinhold with 7 points, Hannah Alviar with 6 points, and Kennedy Mapes, BrookeRuel, and Kaley Pascavis each with 4 points. Spectacular serve reception and defensive plays were made by HannahAlviar, Camri Florez, Kaley Pascavis, Lizzi Tilford, and Hannah Thomas. 

Good job to the8^th grade volleyball team on their 2-2 split with Mason CountyCentral.  Scores were 21-16, 5-21, 12-21,and 21-13.  Leading the way with servepoints were Caitlyn Harris, Hannah Reinhold, Sarah Six and LaNessa Meyers.  Reinhold, Harris, and Meyers also helped outthe team on serve receptions with their hustle and passing skills and AmberWildig contributed an offensive kill.

Ms.Dutton's 1st and 2nd hours: your Cell Cycle projects will NOT be duetill Friday.  Students will have tomorrow in class to work on theproject.  If you are NOT in Ms. Dutton's 1st or 2nd hour then yourprojects are due tomorrow, Thursday!

Middle school weight training for8th graders interested in playing football next year will take place onTuesdays and Thursdays.  Meet in the football weight room after school.

Attention allgirls interested in competitive softball. The meeting for the 14U Spring Softball League for middle schoolstudents has been rescheduled for today, February 27, 2013 at 5:00 pm at Mr.Quick on Apple Avenue.  This is aninformational meeting for interested girls and their parents and will be heldeven if school is cancelled.  Please notethe location change to Mr. Quick.

OakridgeMiddle School will be participating in The Muskegon Lumberjacks School Night onFriday, March 15^th.  The gamebegins at 7:15 pm and the cost is $5.00 for students through age 12, and $8.00for adults.  An informational flyer isavailable in the middle school office if you have any further questions.

Attention Staff– Tomorrow we will be holding our Annual Chili Cook-off.  Get out your secret recipes to prepare foryour fellow staff members.  If you haveany questions, please contact Mr .VanHeest or the office.

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Tuesday, February 26, 2013  

All volleyball players will bereleased today at 2:00 pm to board the bus for Mason County Central today.  Good luck to both teams!

Middle school weight training for8th graders interested in playing football next year will take place onTuesdays and Thursdays.  Meet in the football weight room after school.

All 7^thgraders need to bring your Mini – Q documents to ELA classes today. 

Attention allgirls interested in competitive softball. The meeting for the 14U Spring Softball League for middle schoolstudents has been rescheduled for Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 5:00 pm atMr. Quick on Apple Avenue.  This is aninformational meeting for interested girls and their parents and will be heldeven if school is cancelled.  Please notethe location change to Mr. Quick.

OakridgeMiddle School will be participating in The Muskegon Lumberjacks School Night onFriday, March 15^th.  The gamebegins at 7:15 pm and the cost is $5.00 for students through age 12, and $8.00for adults.  An informational flyer isavailable in the middle school office if you have any further questions.

Attention Staff– This Thursday we will be holding our Annual Chili Cook-off.  Get out your secret recipes to prepare foryour fellow staff members.  If you haveany questions, please contact Mr .VanHeest or the office.

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Monday, February 25, 2013  

Last Thursdaythe 8^th grade volleyball team defeated Montague 3-1.  Scores for the matches were 21-12, 21-17,15-21, and 21-16.  Sarah Six had 100%serving accuracy, Katie Musser, Lanessa Meyers, and Mariah Messer contributed 4Aces and Hannah Reinhold dominated the other team with 3 offensive kills.  Congratulations ladies!

The 7^thgrade volleyball team lost a hard fought competition to Montague 1-3 withscores of 21-8, 15-21, 16-21, and 15-21. Leading servers were Megan Clarke with 7 points, Alexa Elizonda with 6points and 1 ace, Camri Florez and Avery Wildig with 12 points and 4 aces each,and Hannah Thomas with 5 points and 3 aces. 

Practicetonight afterschool.  Be ready to work hardand get ready for our games against Mason County Central tomorrow.

The annualcandy sale begins today.  Your teacherwill be taking candy orders during your first hour class today.  Toward the end of your seventh hour classtoday, you will be reporting to the auditorium with your teacher to attend thecandy sale kick off assembly.  At theconclusion, you will report to your first hour class to pick up yourcandy.  If you have any questions, pleasecontact the office.   

 Congratulations to the following individuals forreceiving the following recognition for the month of February:

Studentof the Month

MadisonWhipple

MarekBrott

Staffof the Month

BrendaHansen

SupportStaff of the Month

PaulGillan

Artistof the Month

DominicPearcy

Athleteof the Month

HannahThomas

CaitlinHarris

Oakridge MiddleSchool will be participating in The Muskegon Lumberjacks School Night onFriday, March 15^th.  The gamebegins at 7:15 pm and the cost is $5.00 for students through age 12, and $8.00for adults.  An informational flyer isavailable in the middle school office if you have any further questions.

Attention Staff– This Thursday we will be holding our Annual Chili Cook-off.  Get out your secret recipes to prepare foryour fellow staff members.  If you haveany questions, please contact Mr .VanHeest or the office.

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The volleyballteam plays Montague today here at Oakridge. The first game begins at 4:00 pm. Student admission is only $2.00 so try and attend the game to supportthe girls if you can. 

The annualcandy sale begins tomorrow.  Your teacherwill be reviewing the sale details with you in your first hour class eithertoday or tomorrow.

Oakridge MiddleSchool will be participating in The Muskegon Lumberjacks School Night onFriday, March 15^th.  The gamebegins at 7:15 pm and the cost is $5.00 for students through age 12, and $8.00for adults.  An informational flyer isavailable in the middle school office if you have any further questions.

Attention allgirls interested in competitive softball. The meeting for the 14U Spring Softball League for middle schoolstudents has been rescheduled for Friday, February 22^nd at 5:00 pmin the middle school cafeteria.  This isan informational meeting for interested girls and their parents.

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Wednesday, February 20, 2013  

The volleyballteam plays Montague tomorrow here at Oakridge. The first game begins at 4:00 pm. Student admission is only $2.00 so try and attend the game to supportthe girls if you can. 

The annualcandy sale begins this Friday.  Yourteacher will be reviewing the sale details with you in your first hour classtomorrow.

Oakridge MiddleSchool will be participating in The Muskegon Lumberjacks School Night onFriday, March 15^th.  The gamebegins at 7:15 pm and the cost is $5.00 for students through age 12, and $8.00for adults.  An informational flyer isavailable in the middle school office if you have any further questions.

Attention allgirls interested in competitive softball. The meeting for the 14U Spring Softball League for middle schoolstudents has been rescheduled for Friday, February 22^nd at 5:00 pmin the middle school cafeteria.  This isan informational meeting for interested girls and their parents.

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Tuesday, February 16, 2013  

The volleyballteam plays Shelby today here at Oakridge. The seventh grade game begins at 4:00 pm with the eighth grade game tofollow.  Student admission is only $2.00so try and attend the games if you can. Good luck girls!!

AttentionStudents – Tomorrow is a Late Start Day. Report to your bus stop or school exactly one hour later. 

The staff willbe participating in professional development tomorrow morning at 7:15 am.  Mr. Berkemeier will be emailing you an agendalater today. 

Attention allgirls interested in competitive softball. The meeting for the 14U Spring Softball League for middle schoolstudents has been rescheduled for Friday, February 22^nd at 5:00 pmin the middle school cafeteria.  This isan informational meeting for interested girls and their parents.

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Friday, February 15, 2013  

Congratulationsto both the 7^th and 8^th grade volleyball teams on yourvictories over Hart.

The 7^thgrade won 3-1 with scores of 21-17, 21-8, 21-4, and 18-21.  Leading scorers for the Eagles were HannahThomas with 14 points and 4 Aces.  HollyWydeck with 11 points and 4 Aces.  KaleyPascavis with 10 points and 4 Aces.  AndMadison Whipple with 8 points and 7 Aces. Hannah, Holly, and Madison were all 100% from the serving line.  Brooke Ruel led the offense with one kill.

The 8^thgrade won 4-0 with scores of 21-12, 21-12, 21-7, and 21-17.  Amber Wildig led the team with 14 points,Mariyah Wilcox and Amber each had 5 aces. Ashlyn Tobin and Sarah Six each were 100% from the serving line. ToniGarza led the team with 5 attacks and Lanessa Meyers and Alyssa Slade eachcontributed one kill on offense.

Great jobladies!  Remember no practice tonight,but there will be practice on Monday from 3-5 pm.  Talk to your coach if you need a ride topractice.  Also remember to turn int-shirt money as soon as possible!

Attention allgirls interested in competitive softball. The meeting for the 14U Spring Softball League for middle schoolstudents has been rescheduled for Friday, February 22^nd at 5:00 pmin the middle school cafeteria.  This isan informational meeting for interested girls and their parents.

TheStudent Council is selling roses during both lunch hours today.  The cost is one for 50¢ or three for$1.00.  They also come in nine differentcolors.  Check this out and buy flowersfor your “sweetie” today.

Attention students: This year's Valentine's Day Dance will be heldthis today, February 15th, from 3-5 pm in the gym.  Since the Christmas dance was semi-formal, inorder to save your wallets and bank accounts, this dance is NOT.  The dress code is casual.  If you feel like dressing up, go for it.  However, if you wear red or pink or hearts orSOMETHING Valentine's Day related, you can save a dollar on admission. The costis $3 without your Valentine's Day clothes, and $2 with it.  Don't miss it!

This week is spirit week here at the middle school. Here is theschedule for the remainder of the week:

Friday             Red/WhiteDay (Valentine’s Day)

This Monday, February 18^th is Mid-Winter Break.  School will not be held on that day.

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Thursday, February 14, 2013  

The volleyballteams play Hart today at Hart.  Allvolleyball players will be released at 2:10 pm as the bus will be leavingshortly.  Good luck to both teams.      

The StudentCouncil is selling roses during both lunch hours today.  The cost is one for 50¢ or three for$1.00.  They also come in nine differentcolors.  Check this out and buy flowersfor your “sweetie” today.

Attention students:This year's Valentine's Day Dance will be held this tomorrow, February 15th,from 3-5 pm in the gym.  Since theChristmas dance was semi-formal, in order to save your wallets and bankaccounts, this dance is NOT.  The dresscode is casual.  If you feel likedressing up, go for it.  However, if youwear red or pink or hearts or SOMETHING Valentine's Day related, you can save adollar on admission. The cost is $3 without your Valentine's Day clothes, and$2 with it.  Don't miss it!

Report cards were distributedin your 7^th hour class yesterday (2/13). 

This week is spiritweek here at the middle school. Here is the schedule for the remainder of theweek:

Thursday     Blue/White Day

Friday                   Red/White Day (Valentine’sDay)

Monday, February 18^this Mid Winter Break.  School will not beheld on that day.

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Congratulationsto the 8^th grade volleyball team on their 3-1 victory over Ravennayesterday.  Scores for the gameswere:  21-8, 21-19, 21-13, 19-21.  Leading servers were Alyssa Slade, Sarah Six,and Lanessa Meyers with 100% serving average. Caitlyn Harris contributed 6 Aces and Jenna Potts had 4.  Hannah Reinhold led the offense in attacks.

Goodjob to the 7^th grade on a hard fought loss to Ravenna 1-3.  Scores were: 11-21, 20-22, 21-18, and19-21.  Cassie Loera led the servers with5 points and Kennedy Mapes had 4.  HannahAlviar had 2 aces. 

Congratulationsto Sarah Williamson for receiving a score of “Excellent” at District Solo andEnsemble for her vocal solo last Saturday at Reeths Puffer High School.  She will be going on to State in April.  You make Oakridge Middle School proud!!

AttentionStaff – A staff meeting is scheduled for today at 2:55 pm in the staff lounge.

Attention students: This year's Valentine's Day Dance will be heldthis Friday, February 15th, from 3-5 pm in the gym.  Since the Christmas dance was semi-formal, inorder to save your wallets and bank accounts, this dance is NOT.  The dress code is casual.  If you feel like dressing up, go for it.  However, if you wear red or pink or hearts orSOMETHING Valentine's Day related, you can save a dollar on admission. The costis $3 without your Valentine's Day clothes, and $2 with it.  Don't miss it!

Report cards will be distributed in your 7^th hour classtoday (2/13). 

This week is spirit week here at the middle school. Here is theschedule for the remainder of the week:

Wednesday    FantasyCollege/Job Day

Thursday       Blue/White Day

Friday           Red/WhiteDay (Valentine’s Day)

Today is Student Count Day. Please report to your first hour class on time as Mr. Berkemeier will bebringing a treat for all students who are in attendance.

Congratulations to the Eighth Grade Girls who defeated the EighthGrade Boys in the 2013 Comma Bowl by the score of 4-2.  Way to go girls!

Ms. Strevey’s Stress Management Group and After School Tutoringare both cancelled today due to the staff meeting that is scheduled.

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Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Thevolleyball teams play Ravenna here at Oakridge today.  Students admission is only $2.00 so try andattend the game if you can.  Good luckgirls!

Attention students: This year's Valentine's Day Dance will be heldthis Friday, February 15th, from 3-5 pm in the gym.  Since the Christmas dance was semi-formal, inorder to save your wallets and bank accounts, this dance is NOT.  The dress code is casual.  If you feel like dressing up, go for it.  However, if you wear red or pink or hearts orSOMETHING Valentine's Day related, you can save a dollar on admission. The costis $3 without your Valentine's Day clothes, and $2 with it.  Don't miss it!

Report cards will be distributed in your 7^th hour classtomorrow (2/13). 

Girls on the Run will be having a shoe fitting today at Cardinal Elementary.  All girls can attend anytime between thehours of 3:15 pm – 5:30 pm to get fitted for your shoes.  If you have any questions please contacteither Ms. Strevey or Mrs. Webb.

This week is spirit week here at the middle school.  Since yesterday was a snow day, today can beeither PJ Day or Fantasy Day.  Here isthe schedule for the remainder of the week:

Wednesday    FantasyCollege/Job Day

Thursday       Blue/White Day

Friday           Red/WhiteDay (Valentine’s Day)

Tomorrow is Student Count Day. Please get to school on time and in your first hour class as Mr.Berkemeier will be bringing a treat for all students who are in attendance.

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Thursday, February 7, 2013

Thevolleyball teams travel to Whitehall today for their matches.  All players will be released today at 2:10 pmto board the bus.  Good luck girls!

Attention students: This year's Valentine's Day Dance will be heldnext Friday, February 15th, from 3-5 pm in the gym.  Since the Christmas dance was semi-formal, inorder to save your wallets and bank accounts, this dance is NOT.  The dress code is casual.  If you feel like dressing up, go for it.  However, if you wear red or pink or hearts orSOMETHING Valentine's Day related, you can save a dollar on admission. The costis $3 without your Valentine's Day clothes, and $2 with it.  Don't miss it!

Report cards will be distributed in your 7^th hour classon tomorrow.  `

All students who have Mr. Bassett for shop 6^th and 7^thhours today,  please bring a pencil, yourAR book and any school work you need to complete to class today. 

School Store schedules for the month of February are available inthe middle school office.  Please stop inthe office and pick one up so you know when you are to report to work.

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Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Congratulationsto the 7^th grade volleyball team on their matches last night againstNorth Muskegon.  The girls won 3 of the 4games last night with scores of 21-7, 25-23, 16-21, and 21-17.  Leading servers were Gracie Reinhold with 4points, Madison Whipple with 5 points, Camri Florez with 4 points, and MeganClarke also with 4 points.

Congratulationsalso to the 8^th grade team in their 2-2 split with theNorsemen.  Scores were 22-24, 21-16,21-15, and 17-21. Leading service points for the team were Hannah Reinhold with8 points and 3 Aces, Caitlin Harris, Sarah Six, and Toni Garza with 7 pointseach and 2 Aces a piece. Lanessa Meyers and Hannah Reinhold contributed 2 killseach to the offense also.

Greatjob on well played 1^st games to all the girls!  Keep up the hard work and positive attitudesas the season progresses!

Today (2/6) there is a team dinner at the Mexican Grill for allboys' 7th and 8th grade basketball team members.  The time is at 6:00 pm. Following the dinner we will travel to Muskegon Community College for amen's basketball game.  Your parents are welcome to come for dinnerand the game.  Please have your rides arranged ahead of time if they planon not attending.  Any questions seeCoach Woodwyk

School Store schedules for the month of February are available inthe middle school office.  Please stop inthe office and pick one up so you know when you are to report to work.

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The girls volleyball team plays their first game tomorrow at NorthMuskegon.  The first match begins at 4:00pm.  Good luck to both the 7^thand 8^th grade teams.

The basketball party at Mexican Grill will be held this Wednesday,February 6th at

6:00 pm.  Prior to the team meal, we will be traveling toMuskegon Community College for the men's basketball game at the fieldhouse.  Please have rides arranged ahead of time with parents as no busingis planned.  Please see Coach Woodwyk for a note to go home for yourparents.

School Store schedules for the month of February are available inthe middle school office.  Please stop inthe office and pick one up so you know when you are to report to work.

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Friday,February 1, 2013

The basketball party at Mexican Grill has been changed to next Wednesday,February 6th at 6:00 pm.  Prior to the team meal, we will be traveling toMuskegon Community College for the men's basketball game at the fieldhouse.  Please have rides arranged ahead of time with parents as no busingis planned.  Please see Coach Woodwyk for a note to go home for yourparents.

School Store schedules for the month of February are available inthe middle school office.  Please stop inthe office and pick one up so you know when you are to report to work.

Today (2/1) anawards assembly for the end of the first semester is planned for seventhhour.  Report to your seventh hour class forattendance and then you will be dismissed to the auditorium with your 7^thhour teacher to attend this event.

Just a reminderto all football players – Coach Harger and Coach Woodwyk want to remind you toreport to weightlifting on the scheduled days. If you have any questions please stop and see Mr. Woodwyk.

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Thursday,January 31, 2013

The basketball party at Mexican Grill has been changed to next Wednesday,February 6th at 6:00 pm.  Prior to the team meal, we will be traveling toMuskegon Community College for the men's basketball game at the fieldhouse.  Please have rides arranged ahead of time with parents as no busingis planned.  Please see Coach Woodwyk for a note to go home for yourparents.

This Friday(2/1) an awards assembly for the end of the first semester is planned forseventh hour.  Report to your seventhhour class and then you will be dismissed to the auditorium to attend thisevent.

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Wednesday,January 30, 2013

The basketball party at Mexican Grill has been changed to next Wednesday,February 6th at 6:00 pm.  Prior to the team meal, we will be traveling to Muskegon Community College for the men's basketball game at the fieldhouse.  Please have rides arranged ahead of time with parents as no busing is planned.  Please see Coach Woodwyk for a note to go home for your parents.

AllStudents – Ms. Strevey will be starting a stress management group this week.  The group will start today (1/30) after school from 3-4 pm in room 18.  If you’d like to join, please see Ms. Strevey for a permission slip.

Attention all 7^thand 8^th Grade Girls – Oakridge Middle School will be offering the after school program, Girls on the Run.  Girls on the run is an empowerment program for girls that combines fun lessons with training for a 5Krun/walk  If this sounds like something you might be interested in, please pick up a registration form in the office and turn it in by Wednesday,January 30^th.  Spots are limited and will be filled on a first come, first serve basis! 

This Friday(2/1) an awards assembly for the end of the first semester is planned for seventh hour.  Report to your seventh hour class and then you will be dismissed to the auditorium to attend this event.

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Tuesday,January 29, 2013

The basketball party at Mexican Grill has been changed toWednesday, February 6th at 6:00 pm.  Prior to the team meal, we will betraveling to Muskegon Community College for the men's basketball game at thefield house.  Please have rides arranged ahead of time with parents. There is no busing so plan ahead.  Please see Coach Woodwyk today fora note to go home for your parents.

AllStudents – Ms. Strevey will be starting a stress management group thisweek.  The group will be held on Wednesdays after school from 3-4 pm inroom 18.  If you’d like to join, please see Ms. Strevey for a permissionslip.

Tutoringwill be not held today of due to exams.

Attention all 7^thand 8^th Grade Girls – Oakridge Middle School will be offering theafter school program, Girls on the Run.  Girls on the run is anempowerment program for girls that combines fun lessons with training for a 5Krun/walk  If this sounds like something you might be interested in, pleasepick up a registration form in the office and turn it in by Wednesday,January 30^th.  Spots are limited and will be filled on afirst come, first serve basis! 

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Friday,January 25, 2013

This Saturday, January 26^th is Oakridge School Night at the Muskegon Lumberjacks game.  Oakridge students, athletes, and groups will be featured during intermissions.  The game starts at 7:15 pm.  Tickets for students ages 5-12 are $5.00 and ages 13 and up are       $8.00 with a student ID.  It is also $1.00 concession night with many items priced at $1.00.

All Students – Ms. Strevey will be starting a stress management group next week.  The group will be held on Wednesdays after school from 3-4 pm in room 18.  If you’d like to join, please see Ms. Strevey for a permission slip.

Tutoring will be not held Monday of next week due to exams.

Attention all 7^thand 8^th Grade Girls – Oakridge Middle School will be offering the after school program, Girls on the Run.  Girls on the run is an empowerment program for girls that combines fun lessons with training for a 5Krun/walk  If this sounds like something you might be interested in, please pick up a registration form in the office and turn it in by Tuesday, January 29^th.  Spots are limited and will be filled on a firstc ome, first serve basis! 

Attention Students –The bus will leave for the Cannonsburg Ski Trip today at 11:15 am.    

At the end of the day get all your items for this trip and report to the cafeteria.  You will be boarding the bus from the cafeteria.

Monday is going tobe another half day.  Exams for hours 5^thand 7^th are being administered that day.

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Thursday,January 24, 2013

ThisSaturday, January 26^th is Oakridge School Night at the MuskegonLumberjacks game.  Oakridge students,athletes, and groups will be featured during intermissions.  The game starts at 7:15 pm.  Tickets for students ages 5-12 are $5.00 andages 13 and up are       $8.00 with a student ID.  It is also $1.00 concession night with manyitems priced at $1.00.

AllStudents – Ms. Strevey will be starting a stress management group nextweek.  The group will be held on Wednesdays after school from 3-4 pm inroom 18.  If you’d like to join, please see Ms. Strevey for a permissionslip.

Tutoringwill be not held today, Friday, or Monday of next week due to exams.

Attention all 7^thand 8^th Grade Girls – Oakridge Middle School will be offering theafter school program, Girls on the Run.  Girls on the run is anempowerment program for girls that combines fun lessons with training for a 5Krun/walk  If this sounds like something you might be interested in, pleasepick up a registration form in the office and turn it in by Tuesday, January29^th.  Spots are limited and will be filled on a firstcome, first serve basis! 

Attention Students –The bus will leave for the Cannonsburg Ski Trip tomorrow at       11:15 am.   Please remember to dress warmincluding dressing in layers, wearing long underwear, snow pants and any otherwarm clothing you have.  Bring snacks andwater and also pack a lunch to leave on the bus for yourself.  If you have anyquestions, please contact Mr. Bassett.

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Wednesday,January 23, 2013

Attention all basketball players: Tonight is the nightwe celebrate our accomplishments on and off the court.  The coachesinvite you to the Mexican Grill for dinner at 6:00pm and the basketballgame at Muskegon Community College following dinner.  There will be a costfor dinner and the game is free.  Please invite your parents to come withus or have rides for you to be dropped-off, picked up or pre-arranged with afriend.  Bussing will not be available.  I hope you and your familyare available to participate for this special event.  If you have anyquestions, see Coach Woodwyk today!  Hope to see you there!

Attention Mr. VanHeest’s 7^th hour ELA class.  Today is the deadline for AR and your NarrativeFinal Draft.  Mr. VanHeest will bestaying after school tonight until 3:45 pm for tutoring.

AllStudents – Ms. Strevey will be starting a stress management group nextweek.  The group will be held on Wednesdays after school from 3-4 pm inroom 18.  If you’d like to join, please see Ms. Strevey for a permissionslip.

Tutoringwill be held today after school but will not be held Thursday and Friday ofthis week and Monday of next week due to exams.

Attention all 7^thand 8^th Grade Girls – Oakridge Middle School will be offering theafter school program, Girls on the Run.  Girls on the run is anempowerment program for girls that combines fun lessons with training for a 5Krun/walk  If this sounds like something you might be interested in, pleasepick up a registration form in the office and turn it in by Tuesday, January29^th.  Spots are limited and will be filled on a firstcome, first serve basis! 

Attention Students –We have a 7 spots left on Cannonsburg Ski Trip which is being held this Friday, January 25^th right after exams.  The cost is $15.00 with free ski or snowboardrental.  Students may bring their ownequipment if they have it but it needs to be approved by one of the teachers tomake sure it is “resort quality”. Helmets are recommended. Permission slips are in the office so stop and pick one up if you needit.   These forms and money are due tothe office by the end of the day today if you plan on attending this trip.  Permission slips and money turned in after todaywill not be accepted.  If you have anyquestions, please contact either Mr. Bassett or Mr. Woodwyk.

Exams will start today and continue Wednesday through next Monday.  You will start this schedule with your sixthhour exam on today during 6^th and 7^th hours.  Check with your teacher to make sure you haveall your assignments are completed and turned in.  Next Monday (1/28) is the end of the markingperiod and end of first semester.

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Monday,January 21, 2013

Attention all 7^thand 8^th Grade Girls – Oakridge Middle School will be offering theafter school program, Girls on the Run.  Girls on the run is anempowerment program for girls that combines fun lessons with training for a 5Krun/walk  If this sounds like something you might be interested in, pleasepick up a registration form in the office and turn it in by Tuesday, January29^th.  Spots are limited and will be filled on a firstcome, first serve basis! 

Attention Students –We have a few spots left on Cannonsburg Ski Trip which is being held this Friday, January 25^th right after exams.  The cost is $15.00 with free ski or snowboardrental.  Students may bring their ownequipment if they have it but it needs to be approved by one of the teachers tomake sure it is “resort quality”. Helmets are recommended. Permission slips are in the office so stop and pick one up if you needit.   These forms and money are due tothe office by the end of the day on Tuesday if you plan on attending this trip.  Permission slips and money turned in afterTuesday will not be accepted.  If youhave any questions, please contact either Mr. Bassett or Mr. Woodwyk.

Exams will be held this week Tuesday through Friday.  You will start this schedule with your sixthhour exam on Tuesday during 6^th and 7^th hours.  Check with your teacher to make sure you haveall your assignments are completed and turned in.  This Friday (1/25) is the end of the markingperiod and end of first semester.

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Friday,January 18, 2013

Congratulationsto the following individuals who are being honored for the month of January:

Artistof the Month:  Kaitlyn Johnson

Athleteof the Month: Kyle Messerschmidt & Cruz Rodriguez

Studentof the Month: Avery Wildig & Katie Musser

Staffof the Month: Mrs. Westerlund

SupportStaff of the Month: Mrs. Atwood

Attention Students –Tutoring for today has been cancelled.

Attention all 7^thand 8^th Grade Girls – Oakridge Middle School will be offering theafter school program, Girls on the Run.  Girls on the run is anempowerment program for girls that combines fun lessons with training for a 5Krun/walk  If this sounds like something you might be interested in, pleasepick up a registration form in the office and turn it in by Tuesday, January29^th.  Spots are limited and will be filled on a firstcome, first serve basis! 

Attention Students –We have just 20 spots left on Cannonsburg Ski Trip which is being held next Friday, January 25^th right after exams.  The cost is $15.00 with free ski or snowboardrental.  Students may bring their ownequipment if they have it but it needs to be approved by one of the teachers tomake sure it is “resort quality”. Helmets are recommended. Permission slips are in the office so stop and pick one up if you needit.   Get your form and money turned inright away if you plan on attending this trip. If you have any questions, please contact either Mr. Bassett or Mr.Woodwyk.

Exams will be held next week Tuesday through Friday.  Check with your teacher to make sure you haveall your assignments completed and turned in. Next Friday (1/25) is the end of the marking period and end of firstsemester.

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Thursday,January 17, 2013

In sporting news –

In the West Michigan Conference tournament last night the 7thgrade team and the 8th grade team both lost to North Muskegon.  The 7^th grade team lost 44-24 andthe 8^th grade team lost 38-21. Congratulations to both teams.  Thecoaches are very proud of your efforts and the PRIDE you have in your TEAM!

There will be a team party at the Mexican Grill starting at 6:00pmon January 23.  After the meal the team will be traveling to MuskegonCommunity College for a men’s basketball game vs. Glenn Oaks C.C.  Thecost for the game is free.  Make sure you plan ahead for traveling arraignmentsif need be.  There is no busing for this activity.  Any questions seeCoach Woodwyk.

Attention Students –We have just a few spots left on Cannonsburg Ski Trip which is being held next Friday, January 25^th right after exams.  The cost is $15.00 with free ski or snowboardrental.  Students may bring their ownequipment if they have it but it needs to be approved by one of the teachers tomake sure it is “resort quality”. Helmets are recommended. Permission slips are in the office so stop and pick one up if you needit.   Get your form and money turned inright away if you plan on attending this trip. If you have any questions, please contact either Mr. Bassett or Mr.Woodwyk.

Exams will be held next week Tuesday through Friday.  Check with your teacher to make sure you haveall your assignments completed and turned in. Next Friday (1/25) is the end of the marking period and end of firstsemester.

Attention all 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playingvolleyball this year:  Try outs began yesterday after school.  Inorder to try out, you must have a physical turned in to the office.   You will NOT be allowed to try out withoutone.  If you have any questions, see Mr. Rieger.

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Wednesday,January 16, 2013

In sporting news –

The Eagles will continue their play today in the tournament.  The 7th grade team will play at Whitehall withthe game starting at 4:00pm and the 8th grade team will play at Montague withthe game starting at 5:15pm.  Allbasketball players are to be released today at 2:35 pm to board the bus.  Good luck to both teams!

Attention Students –We have just a few spots left on Cannonsburg Ski Trip which is being held next Friday, January 25^th right after exams.  The cost is $15.00 with free ski or snowboardrental.  Students may bring their ownequipment if they have it but it needs to be approved by one of the teachers tomake sure it is “resort quality”. Helmets are recommended.  Permissionslips are in the office so stop and pick one up if you need it.   Getyour form and money turned in right away if you plan on attending this trip.  If you have any questions, please contacteither Mr. Bassett or Mr. Woodwyk.

Exams will be held next week Tuesday through Friday.  Check with your teacher to make sure you haveall your assignments completed and turned in. Next Friday (1/25) is the end of the marking period and end of firstsemester.

Attention all 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playingvolleyball this year:  Try outs will begin this today after school. In order to try out, you must have a physical turned in to theoffice.   You will NOT be allowed totry out without one.  If you have any questions, see Mr. Rieger.

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Tuesday,January 15, 2013

In sporting news –

The Eagles hosted the 1st round of the West Michigan ConferenceTournament last night.  The seventh grade team beat the Pirates of Hartwith a score of 27-21.  The leading scorers were: Alex Shoop with 10points, Kyle Messerschmidt and Drew Wilkerson with 6 points each, Hunter Whitewith 3 points and Pedro Castorena with 2 points.  CONGRATULATIONS on yourwin last night and good luck in the next round!

In the eighth grade game the Eagles came up victorious with ascore of 26-24.  It was a hard fought battle with the Pirateslast night.  Leading scorers were:  Brady Luttrull with 14 points, Austin Duttonwith 8 points, Monty Cerchiori and Takari Sanders with 2 points each.  Congratulation boys and good luck onWednesday!

Both teams will play on Wednesday afternoon.  The 7th grade team will play at Whitehall withthe game starting at 4:00pm and the 8th grade team will play at Montague withthe game starting at 5:15pm.

Attention Students – Tomorrow is another Late Start day.  Please report to your bus stop or schoolexactly one hour later.

Exams will be held next week Tuesday through Friday.  Check with your teacher to make sure you haveall your assignments completed and turned in. Next Friday (1/25) is the end of the marking period and end of firstsemester.

Attention all 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playingvolleyball this year:  Try outs will begin this tomorrow afterschool.  In order to try out, you must have a physical turned in to theoffice.  Stop in the middle school office and pick up a physical card ifyou need one.  You will NOT be allowed totry out without one.  If you have any questions, see Mr. Rieger.

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Monday,January 14, 2013

In sporting news –

The boys basketball teams begin their tournamentplay today.  The first game begins at4:00 pm.  Admission for students is only$2.00 so try and attend the game and support our teams if you can.

Attention all 7th and 8th grade girls interestedin playing volleyball this year:  Try outs will begin this week onWednesday after school.  In order to try out, you must have aphysical turned in to the office.  Stop in the middle school office andpick up a physical card if you need one. You will NOT be allowed to try out without one.  If you have anyquestions, see Mr. Rieger.

A staff meeting is scheduled for today at 2:50pm in the middle school lounge.

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Thursday,January 10, 2013

 In sporting news –

The 7th grade boys basketball team lost toRavenna.  Leading scorers include DrewWilkerson with 8 points, Alex Shoop with 6 points, Hunter White with 4 pointsand Kyle Messerschmidt with 3 points. 

 The 8th grade team won 27-23.  In the scoring column are: Brady Luttrullwith 7 pts., Morgan Meinders and Austin Dutton each with 6 pts., Cruz Rodriguezand Garrison Curry with 4 pts., Monty Cerchiori, Luke Six, Takari Sanders andBill DePender each with 2 points.

Tonight the Eagles play their final regularseason game at North Muskegon.  Next week Monday the Eagles hostHart in the West Michigan Conference tournament game.  The game is here at Oakridge with the gamebeginning at 4:00 pm.  See you there!

 We are pleased to announce that it’s time to sign upfor the second annual Oakridge Middle School Cannonsburg ski and snowboardtrip.  Come join your friends andteachers for a day of fun on the slopes. The date will be Friday, January 25^th right after exams.  The cost is $15.00 with free ski or snowboardrental.  Students may bring their ownequipment if they have it but it needs to be approved by one of the teachers tomake sure it is “resort quality”. Helmets are recommended.

You’ll get a chance to ski or board with the likesof Hahnenkamm Holmberg, Downhill Dutton, Wide-glide Woodwyk and The ShredmasterGeneral.

Permission slips are in the office, but the trip islimited to the first 50 students who turn in their forms and pay.  You should only take permission slips if youare serious about going.  Whether you’rea knuckle dragger or a two planker, there is no better way to celebrate beinghalf way to summer.  This trip is ablast!  Read the deets and see Mr.Bassett or Mr. Woodwyk if you have any questions.

A new hunter’s safety class will be starting onJanuary 21^st.  This will beheld from 6 – 9:00 pm in Spring Lake.  Formore information, please pick up a flyer in the middle school office.

Attention all 7th and 8th grade girls interestedin playing volleyball this year:  there will be an informational meetingtomorrow morning during silent reading.  Try outs will begin next week onWednesday after school.  In order to try out, you must have aphysical turned in to the office.  Stop in the middle school office andpick up a physical card if you need one. You will NOT be allowed to try out without one.  If you have anyquestions, see Mr. Rieger.

The new schedules for the school store are now availabletoday.  Stop in the office and pick oneup.  A schedule will also be posted onthe board outside the office.

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In sporting news –

The boys basketball teams play Ravenna today atRavenna.  The seventh grade game beginsat 4:00 pm with the eighth grade game to follow.  Good luck to both teams.

We are pleased to announce that it’s time to sign upfor the second annual Oakridge Middle School Cannonsburg ski and snowboardtrip.  Come join your friends andteachers for a day of fun on the slopes. The date will be Friday, January 25^th right after exams.  The cost is $15.00 with free ski or snowboardrental.  Students may bring their ownequipment if they have it but it needs to be approved by one of the teachers tomake sure it is “resort quality”. Helmets are recommended.

You’ll get a chance to ski or board with the likesof Hahnenkamm Holmberg, Downhill Dutton, Wide-glide Woodwyk and The ShredmasterGeneral.

Permission slips are in the office, but the trip islimited to the first 50 students who turn in their forms and pay.  You should only take permission slips if youare serious about going.  Whether you’rea knuckle dragger or a two planker, there is no better way to celebrate beinghalf way to summer.  This trip is ablast!  Read the deets and see Mr.Bassett or Mr. Woodwyk if you have any questions.

A new hunter’s safety class will be starting onJanuary 21^st.  This will beheld from 6 – 9:00 pm in Spring Lake.  Formore information, please pick up a flyer in the middle school office.

Attention all 7thand 8th grade girls interested in playing volleyball this year:  therewill be an informational meeting on Friday morning during silent reading. Try outs will begin next week on Wednesday after school.  In order to tryout, you must have a physical turned in to the office.  Stop in themiddle school office and pick up a physical card if you need one.  You will NOT be allowed to try out withoutone.  If you have any questions, see Mr. Rieger.

The new schedules for the school store are now availabletoday.  Stop in the office and pick oneup.  A schedule will also be posted onthe board outside the office.

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In sporting news –

The boys basketball teams play Ravenna tomorrow atRavenna.  The seventh grade game beginsat 4:00 pm with the eighth grade game to follow.  Good luck to both teams.

A new hunter’s safety class will be starting onJanuary 21^st.  This will beheld from 6 – 9:00 pm in Spring Lake.  Formore information, please pick up a flyer in the middle school office.

Academic Skills Group will be meeting this Thursdayinstead of Wednesday this week only.  Themeeting will be held at 3:00 pm in Room #18.

The new schedules for the school store are now availabletoday.  Stop in the office and pick oneup.  A schedule will also be posted onthe board outside the office.

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In sporting news –

The boys basketball teams play Ravenna thisWednesday at Ravenna.  The seventh gradegame begins at 4:00 pm with the eighth grade game to follow.  Good luck to both teams.

The new schedules for the school store will beavailable today between first and second hour. Stop in the office and pick one up. A schedule will also be posted on the board outside the office.

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The Student CouncilChristmas Dance will be held today from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm.  Admission is $3.00 with students having the abilityto receive $1.00 off this cost for each canned good they donate. 

 Another reminder to middle school students - you are notallowed to be in the upper elementary after school.  Any students who havesiblings attending this school will be required to wait outside of the buildinguntil the bell rings.  If students arebeing disruptive in the building the principal will be informed and the upperelementary students will meet them up front.

The Social StudiesClue of the Day – In this Scandinavian country in NorthernEurope, whose capital city is Copenhagen, children leave a bowl of rice puddingfor the elf that lives in their attic so he won’t cause mischief.  I wonder if the members of this group wholive in Racine, Wisconsin are doing that too.

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