ORC Student of the Week: Congratulations to Caroline, Jason, Wyatt, Agnes, Owen, and Joshlyn!
A great way to finish the season—our 7th-grade girls enjoyed a fun scrimmage tonight!
12/11 /25: 7TH GRADE GIRLS' GAME CHANGE:
Whirlwind students, parents, and fans:
We just received word from Bonner Springs that they have only four players available for tonight’s game and will therefore forfeit.
However, out of respect for our 7th-grade girls and to give them a final opportunity to play, we will hold an intermix Varsity/JV scrimmage so they can enjoy one last game of the season.
Tip-off will remain at 4:00 PM; there will be no entry fee, and officials will be on site to referee.
To celebrate the season, our coaches will also host a pizza party with the 7th-grade girls’ basketball team afterward to recognize their hard work and dedication.
We appreciate your continued support and understanding this season. We hope to see you in the stands tonight to help our 7th-grade girls close out their basketball season.
*8th GRADE GAMES WILL STILL BE PLAYED AS SCHEDULED*
Whirlwind students, parents, and fans:
We just received word from Bonner Springs that they have only four players available for tonight’s game and will therefore forfeit.
However, out of respect for our 7th-grade girls and to give them a final opportunity to play, we will hold an intermix Varsity/JV scrimmage so they can enjoy one last game of the season.
Tip-off will remain at 4:00 PM; there will be no entry fee, and officials will be on site to referee.
To celebrate the season, our coaches will also host a pizza party with the 7th-grade girls’ basketball team afterward to recognize their hard work and dedication.
We appreciate your continued support and understanding this season. We hope to see you in the stands tonight to help our 7th-grade girls close out their basketball season.
*8th GRADE GAMES WILL STILL BE PLAYED AS SCHEDULED*
Girls' League Basketball Information for Thursday, December 11, 2025
Whirlwind Students, Parents, and Fans,
Our upcoming girls' league basketball games are scheduled for Thursday, December 11, as follows.
- 7th Grade Girls will play @ Home vs. Bonner Springs at 4:00 PM. This will be a Varsity ONLY game, as Bonner Springs does not have enough players to field a JV team.
- 8th Grade Girls will travel to Eudora. The JV game will begin at 4:00 PM, with Varsity to follow.
Thank you for your continued support throughout the basketball season.
Go Whirlwinds!
Whirlwind Students, Parents, and Fans,
Our upcoming girls' league basketball games are scheduled for Thursday, December 11, as follows.
- 7th Grade Girls will play @ Home vs. Bonner Springs at 4:00 PM. This will be a Varsity ONLY game, as Bonner Springs does not have enough players to field a JV team.
- 8th Grade Girls will travel to Eudora. The JV game will begin at 4:00 PM, with Varsity to follow.
Thank you for your continued support throughout the basketball season.
Go Whirlwinds!
8th-grade Varsity gets a W tonight against Louisburg, winning 22-17. Way to fight, Whirlwinds!
25-26 Boys Basketball Tryouts:
When: Monday, December 15:
8th grade 3:15-4:30
7th grade 4:30-6:00
Tuesday, December 16:
7th grade 3:15-4:30
8th grade 4:30-6:00
Parent Meeting
Thursday, December 18
Time: 5:30 – 5:45 PM
OMS Commons
The Info:
7th & 8th-grade students may play
All KSHSAA, concussion, and medical forms must be completed and submitted before students can try out/practice.
Google Class Code: r53f6fhp or scan the QR code
Questions: Email Coach Rose
rosec@usd290.org
When: Monday, December 15:
8th grade 3:15-4:30
7th grade 4:30-6:00
Tuesday, December 16:
7th grade 3:15-4:30
8th grade 4:30-6:00
Parent Meeting
Thursday, December 18
Time: 5:30 – 5:45 PM
OMS Commons
The Info:
7th & 8th-grade students may play
All KSHSAA, concussion, and medical forms must be completed and submitted before students can try out/practice.
Google Class Code: r53f6fhp or scan the QR code
Questions: Email Coach Rose
rosec@usd290.org
ECKMEA Honor Band Participants: Congratulations to Ruby, Marshall, and Liam!
The Cardinals traveled to Ottawa tonight. 8tg -grade JV came away with a 25–13 win, and Varsity battled to the end but fell in a close one, 27–26.
Weekly Activities: December 8-12
REMINDER: Our PTO will be hosting a Winter Dance for OMS students on Friday, December 5, from 6:00–8:00 p.m.
Please Note:
- Doors will be open from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. for student entrance.
- Students must be eligible to attend.
- If students leave the dance, they will not be allowed back in.
Please Note:
- Doors will be open from 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. for student entrance.
- Students must be eligible to attend.
- If students leave the dance, they will not be allowed back in.
The OHS Drama Club is offering a Parents' Night Out this Monday, December 8, from 4:00–8:00 p.m.
Please email Ms. Baldwin at baldwinc@usd290.org by December 6 to RSVP.
Please email Ms. Baldwin at baldwinc@usd290.org by December 6 to RSVP.
Our Winter Band Concert was the perfect way to kick off the season. Our students highlighted their hard work with songs that brought the holiday cheer to life. Thank you to our families for joining us and celebrating this special evening of music, joy, and winter magic.
Our PTO will host a Winter Dance for students at OMS on Friday, December 5, from 6:00-8:00 pm. (Doors will not open until 6:00 pm)
**Students must be eligible to attend**
12/2: The 7th grade Whirlwinds hosted the Chargers tonight. JV battled hard but came up short, 29–20. Varsity continued to compete to the end, falling 49–10.
12/1/25: OMS girls' basketball, cheer, and play practices will be dismissed at 5:00 pm tonight. Stay warm, Whirlwinds!
Weekly Activities: December 1-5
Weekly Activities: November 24-28
Such an exciting moment tonight as our 7th-grade girls’ cross country team was recognized at the girls’ basketball game against Tonganoxie and presented with their banner celebrating a League win by just 3 points. Congratulations, girls, on a well-deserved dedication!
11/20/25: 8TH GRADE GBB GAME CHANGE FOR TONIGHT @ TONGANOXIE
VARSITY ONLY: STARTING AT 4:00 PM
VARSITY ONLY: STARTING AT 4:00 PM
11/17: 7th GBB vs Spring Hill
JV: Ottawa came out strong with a solid 13–6 win.
Varsity: Despite great effort, Varsity fell to Spring Hill 14–26.
