Congratulations to our 2026 OMS Spelling Bee Winners, Lincoln, Kylee, and Alexis!
These students will now compete in the Franklin County Spelling Bee on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 12:30 PM, hosted at West Franklin Elementary at Appanoose.
These students will now compete in the Franklin County Spelling Bee on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 12:30 PM, hosted at West Franklin Elementary at Appanoose.
🎓 Incoming Freshman Parent Meeting – Class of 2030
Parents and guardians of incoming 9th graders are invited to attend the incoming Freshman Parent Meeting on:
When: Thursday, February 5, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Where: Cyclone Room @ OHS
Please Note: The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m., following the 8th-grade home basketball game against Lawrence West.
Parents and guardians of incoming 9th graders are invited to attend the incoming Freshman Parent Meeting on:
When: Thursday, February 5, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Where: Cyclone Room @ OHS
Please Note: The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m., following the 8th-grade home basketball game against Lawrence West.
Weekly Activities: January 26-30
Monday, January 26, 2026: There will be no school due to inclement weather.
Stay safe and warm, Whirlwinds!
A strong night for the 8th-grade basketball team against the Mavericks. JV: 46–9 win and Varsity ends with a 50–20 win! Nice job, boys!
🎭 Join us for the OMS production of "Bringing Down the House" at the PAC!
📅 Thursday, January 29 & Friday, January 30
⏰ Show starts at 7:00 p.m. | Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
🎟️ Admission: $5 for adults | $3 for non-OMS students
Congratulations to these outstanding students who competed against schools across Franklin County, sharing powerful words and a vision for a beloved community—one built on inclusion, respect, and equity. Their insights and creativity inspire us all.
2026 Martin Luther King, Jr. Essay Contest Winners:
7th Grade:
• 2nd Place: Walker Hickcox
• 3rd Place: DaŃae Porter
8th Grade:
• 1st Place: Roman Maniscalco
• 2nd Place: Chasidy Dewey
• 3rd Place: Kaylee Henningsen
A special congratulations to Roman Maniscalco, whose essay also earned him the Martin Luther King, Jr. Keep the Dream Alive Mayor Award—an incredible honor!
Well done, Whirlwinds! Your dedication and talent continue to inspire us all.
1/20: 7th Grade played Paola at home tonight. JV finished with an 8–21 loss, and Varsity dropped a close contest, 27–31. Keep working, Whirlwinds!
Weekly Activities: January 19-23
The 8th grade teams hosted Bonner Springs and came away with two strong wins. JV defeated Bonner Springs 29–21, and varsity followed with a 35–26 victory.
Winter Sports Pictures for Boys Basketball and Cheer Information:
ORC Student of the Week: Congratulations to Pheobe, Brennan, Daisy, and Michael!
1/12: The 7th grade JV fell to Woodland Springs, 36–7. Varsity also came up short, losing 60–32.
Weekly Activities: January 12-16
Congratulations to all OMS students on earning Honor Roll recognition for the 2025–2026 Fall Semester. Job well done!
Certificates were handed out to students on 1/8/26.
Certificates were handed out to students on 1/8/26.
Weekly Activities: January 5-10
Students, we will see you all on Tuesday, December 6!
Students, we will see you all on Tuesday, December 6!
Weekly Activities: December 29-January 2
Weekly Activities: December 22-26
Tonight’s holiday concert was a festive and uplifting way to celebrate the season. Students shared their talents through music, creating a warm and joyful atmosphere and highlighting all the hard work they’ve put in.
Weekly Activities | December 15–19
🏀 First Day of BBB
Starts Monday, December 15
✔️ All KSHSAA & district forms must be completed and turned in before students may participate in tryouts or practice.
🎶 OMS Choir Concert
PAC doors open to the public on Monday, December 15, @ 6:30 PM
🏀 First Day of BBB
Starts Monday, December 15
✔️ All KSHSAA & district forms must be completed and turned in before students may participate in tryouts or practice.
🎶 OMS Choir Concert
PAC doors open to the public on Monday, December 15, @ 6:30 PM
