8th-grade girls' basketball coach Ryan Wetzell was named the IBCA (Illinois Basketball Coaches Association) District 11 co-coach of the year, based on a successful season and his team's postseason success. This is his second consecutive year receiving the award. His team finished this past season with a record of 20-3 overall, 10-2 in conference, Conference champions, and Regional champions.
Congratulations to Ben and Griffin for advancing to the state wrestling tournament! Extra congratulations to Griffin for winning his sectional bracket. Good luck at the state tournament. Charge on!
Announcements Friday, March 6, 2026
Congratulations to the 8th-grade Scholastic Bowl team for being back-to-back tournament champions! They had an amazing season, and we are so proud of their victory!
Announcements Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Announcements Thursday, March 5, 2026
Kara earned the IESA Sportsmanship Award. Congratulations and keep up the great work!!
Congratulations to our 7th grade volleyball team. They are Regional Champions.
Announcements Monday, March 2, 2026
Announcements Tuesday, March 3, 2026
OMS Student of the Week: Libby!
Libby is the direct definition of a model student. As a student, she completes her work with finesse and finality. She ensures her work is not only finished, but is completed with a deep level of thinking and understanding. Not only is she an amazing student, but she is also an astounding student council president. Her dedication to OMS and the student body is inspiring. While she is an amazing student and president, she is also involved in many extracurricular activities. She is a leader both within the classroom and in these extracurriculars. Most importantly, she is a kind, considerate, and passionate person. She cares about others, wants everyone to be included, and is just downright kind. OMS is lucky to have such a tremendous student as Libby. -all 8th-grade teachers!
Libby is the direct definition of a model student. As a student, she completes her work with finesse and finality. She ensures her work is not only finished, but is completed with a deep level of thinking and understanding. Not only is she an amazing student, but she is also an astounding student council president. Her dedication to OMS and the student body is inspiring. While she is an amazing student and president, she is also involved in many extracurricular activities. She is a leader both within the classroom and in these extracurriculars. Most importantly, she is a kind, considerate, and passionate person. She cares about others, wants everyone to be included, and is just downright kind. OMS is lucky to have such a tremendous student as Libby. -all 8th-grade teachers!
Announcements Thursday, February 26, 2026
Announcements Tuesday, February 24, 2026
OMS PE Student of the Week- CC!
CC is our PE Student of the Week. CC is always on time, prepared, on task, and takes responsibility for her actions. She is kind, caring, and helpful to other students in class. She overcomes adversity with class and character and starts each day with a smile and a positive attitude. She demonstrates maturity and is a quiet example for others. We appreciate your efforts, enthusiasm, and participation, CC! Way to go!
CC is our PE Student of the Week. CC is always on time, prepared, on task, and takes responsibility for her actions. She is kind, caring, and helpful to other students in class. She overcomes adversity with class and character and starts each day with a smile and a positive attitude. She demonstrates maturity and is a quiet example for others. We appreciate your efforts, enthusiasm, and participation, CC! Way to go!
7th-grade students in PE/Health class learn about the importance and process of blood donation through our partnership with Impact Life. Students had the opportunity to find out their blood type. Some received an A+ while some received an A-. Overall, they decided to B positive. O they had a great time!
The annual OMS blood drive will be held on March 18 from 2:00-6:00 pm in the multipurpose room at Orion Middle School.
The annual OMS blood drive will be held on March 18 from 2:00-6:00 pm in the multipurpose room at Orion Middle School.
OMS 6th-graders created pieces of art for a Holocaust Art Contest. The students put great effort into their art pieces, which provided them with the opportunity to showcase their learning and understanding of the Holocaust.
OMS is hosting a Blood Drive on Wednesday, March 18th, from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. See the attached flyers for more information. Please contact Natalie Weller at nweller@orionschools.us or scan the QR code.
Announcements Monday, February 23, 2026
Congratulations to the 7th and 8th-grade volleyball teams. Both teams recently won the Prairieland Conference Banner. The girls really "set" the bar high and "blocked" out the negativity. They really "aced" their matches. 🏐
Announcements Friday, February 20, 2026
