The Oak Valley Art Department is featured in the HVS Central Office for the month of March! If you stop by, take a look at the impressive student work on display!
OVMS band students in 7th and 8th grades participated in March Musical Madness at Milford High School with Muir MS. It was a full day of events with instrument clinicians, a stage hypnotist, and lots of food. They worked with guest conductor, Eric Crimmins, to present a fantastic evening concert!
🎶 Do you want to build a snowman? 🎶
Over the weekend, students in Mrs. Lukes' math classes were challenged to do just that. Mission accomplished and great work, Hornets!
OVMS art students enjoy working together on a large group painting project. Their plans are student-driven, and require patience and collaboration.
6th grade scientists "roasted" marshmallows to study heat transfer through conduction, convection and radiation. We love when science is fun, and tastes good too!
The Oak Valley Hornets were good luck at last night's Red Wings Game! This was a wonderful fundraiser opportunity for our school. Go Hornets, and LGRW!
OVMS is #SpartanStrong 💚🤍
Five bilingual eighth graders from OVMS earned high school credits through successful completion of the STAMP test. They demonstrated proficiency in listening, reading, writing, and speaking components of this arduous test. Congratulations on a job well done! They were recognized at the HVS board meeting on February 6. ¡Felicidades!
Oak Valley students joined the HV United Swim Team and enjoyed a great season together! They grew in their aquatic abilities and competed well. We are proud of our super swimmers!!
It's still hoop season in the Valley! 6th/7th grade girls continue to work hard and show improvement in every game. 8th grade girls are focused on staying undefeated! Both teams demonstrate grit and we're very proud of them. Our next games are at Milford High School, against Muir, at 5 and 6 PM on Feb. 1. Come cheer on your Hornets!
Spanish Students enjoyed a Rosca de Reyes after they completed their semester exams. Four lucky students found the hidden babies in their slice of cake. Traditionally a Rosca de Reyes (or Pan de Reyes) is eaten on January 6th and whoever finds the hidden baby will host a family gathering at their house.
In sixth grade social studies, students created Google Slideshows showcasing the eight traits of culture and how the traits relate to themselves. Sixth grade social studies students then presented their Culture projects at our annual Culture Day celebration. Students brought in artifacts and food to go along with their presentations and shared them with parents, students, and teachers. We had a wonderful time trying new foods and learning about other students' cultures.
Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! Recognized by OV staff for exhibiting positive character qualities, these students were honored at a breakfast celebration sponsored by Brett Myers of BluSky Restoration. https://www.goblusky.com/
The OVMS Wrestling Team is ferocious! The fearless Hornets have won their first two meets this year against WLMS and CHS. We are proud of your determination and hard work! (Many thanks to Elvis the Cat Photography for capturing these moments.)
6th Grade Choir and Band students enjoyed a night out to see the Blue Man Group on Friday. They started the evening with games at the arcade, bowling and dinner, followed by the performance at the Wharton Center for Performing Arts in East Lansing. Thank you to Mr. Hogaboom and Mrs. Samuels for this wonderful opportunity!
Mr. DeBono led his U.S. History students on a scavenger hunt to study Westward expansion and the Gold Rush. Students played the role of ‘49ers in hopes of discovering gold out west. They looked for "gold nugget" QR codes to answer questions about the Gold Rush. The smiles on their faces say it all!
Come join our cast and crew for the spring musical production! Next week, there will be an information session for Annie, Jr., with auditions the following week. Hope to see you there!
Using smart sticks, our art students design and build a tower for the greatest height!
Congratulations to our December Students of the Month! By exhibiting character qualities such as leadership or positive treatment of others, they were nominated for recognition by OV staff. Our celebration included a breakfast sponsored by SensCy Inc. https://senscy.com/
Our 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Choirs presented “December Stories” this week. They shared wonderful renditions of holiday favorites and seasonal tales. Directed by Samantha Samuels and accompanied by David Bassin, the concert was a heart-warming success! In addition, we enjoyed listening to vocal music groups from Lakeland High School.
