Attention parents/guardians of OGMS students! Please join us on our campus on Tuesday, August 30, from 5:30 - 6:30 pm in our multipurpose room (come to the main entrance door of the building). We'll be discussing our family engagement plan, PTO, and how we spend our Title I funding with you. The BEST part is that we'd love to get your suggestions for special family events and projects here at OGMS for this school year. Please join us for an hour of snacks and discussion! We look forward to seeing you!
If you would like to provide input on the PHS PE facility, please click the link below and complete the survey.
https://forms.gle/j4JczRxVi9KJKoAm7
Home Access Center letters (HAC) are coming home in backpacks for guardians of OGMS students this week.
If you already have an account set up, but can't remember your password, click the Forgot My Password link, and it will take you through the steps.
Questions? Contact kcook@paragouldschools.net
HAC link: https://hac20.esp.k12.ar.us/HomeAccess20/Account/LogOn?ReturnUrl=%2fHomeAccess20
If there's tailgating; a water balloon fight; a student tunnel on the field for the athlete run through; snow cones; Gaga Ball; The Paragould Pride Marching Band; The Mob dance team; cheerleaders; and Ram Football, it must mean it's Friday Night Under the Lights at Ram Stadium!! This week is extra special because it's the BELL GAME. Check out this lineup of events happening this Friday. You won't want to miss out!
Tailgating and Water Balloon Fight - Open to the public; Hosted by JROTC.
STUDENT TUNNEL for the athlete's run through onto the field - For the first time ever, we are inviting all PSD students in grades K-12 to join us on the field for the athlete run through. Students should arrive no later than 6:35pm to be a part of this new tradition.
Sno-Cones for StuCo - Support our Student Council by buying a frozen treat.
Gaga Ball - You'll have to see it to believe it. Fun for kids of all ages!
Throw on your red and blue, check out the fliers for more information, and join us at Ram Stadium this Friday night!
#psdrams
#RiseUpRams
#RamUp
The Paragould School District Master Facility Plan includes a PE facility on the high school campus. As part of the planning process, the district has arranged for a public meeting to take place on Thursday, August 25 at 6:00pm in the high school auditorium. During the meeting we will discuss partnership funding and various options for future construction. Those in attendance will also be provided with the opportunity to provide district leadership with feedback. We hope to see you there!
Volleyball will be starting up soon. If your daughter is interesting in playing this year, please fill out the registration by August 26th. We are looking forward to watching some volleyball. ONLY THE BEST AT OGMS!!
OGMS Open House is TONIGHT!
We begin 6th grade at 5:00pm in the gym; 5th grade at 6:00 pm in the gym.
We'll start in the bleachers at each time on the dot, and then students will be able to get schedules and meet teachers.
Can't wait to see everyone!
Hi Parents and Families!
We just wanted to remind everyone that, for the middle school, students will get teacher information during our Open House Event or on the first day of school. Meet in the OGMS gym at open house for a brief parent meeting, and then students will get their schedules and be able to tour the building.
Can't make it to Open House? That's okay! We'll have a schedule ready to go for your kiddos when they get here on the first day.
We will see everyone soon!
Open Houses are scheduled! The attached has dates and times for each campus. If you cannot attend Open House, please call your child's school and update information (such as transportation, address, phone numbers, etc.).
Paragould Primary 240-2201
Baldwin 240-2211
OGE 240-2221
WWE 240-2231
OGMS 240-2241
PJHS 240-2261
PHS 240-2271
Go Rams!
Open Houses are scheduled! The attached has dates and times for each campus. If you cannot attend Open House, please call your child's school and update important information (such as transportation, address, phone numbers, etc.).
Paragould Primary 240-2201
Baldwin Elementary 240-2211
OGE 240-2221
WWE 240-2231
OGMS 240-2241
PJHS 240-2261
PHS 240-2271
Go Rams!
Join us for Open House on Monday, August 8th!
6th grade : 5:00 - 5:45 pm
5th grade : 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Students can bring school supplies at this time (backpacks may be left at home to bring on the first day).
PSD student supply lists are officially ready! If you'd like a printable version, please use the link below to access the supply lists (for ours, click on the Supply List Grades 5 - 6 link on the page).
https://www.paragould.k12.ar.us/documents/for-parents/2022-23-school-supply-lists/352715
Please feel free to share the lists and link with other OGMS or PSD parents and families!
Parents/Guardians/Caretakers - School will be back in session before you know it! Here are some things you can do to start the year off right:
1) Download/Update our free app and turn on notifications - you'll be the first to know important information such as early release, school closings, PTO meetings, etc.
2) Back to School letters will be mailed soon - have you moved? If so, please call your child's school and give them your new address.
3) Make plans to attend Open House at your child's school. Information will be posted soon with those dates/times.
4) K-6 School Supply Lists are now available by clicking the following link https://www.paragould.k12.ar.us/documents/for-parents/2022-23-school-supply-lists/352715
The Greene County Juvenile Division is hosting its' first ever "SCHOOL BACKPACK BASH" and they would love for PSD students and families to join them. Check out the attached flyer for information!
The Paragould School District is proud to announce an exciting virtual learning opportunity for motivated students in grades 5-12. Students who meet the requirements to be accepted into the PSD Virtual Academy will receive a targeted education delivered by highly qualified teachers. Virtual students will also have access to state-of-the-art technology programs, extracurricular activities (athletics, band, ROTC, theatre, etc.), and the added flexibility of being a virtual learner.
If you are interested in applying to the PSD Virtual Academy for the 2022-23 school year, please complete the following form:
https://forms.gle/V8BEWy2ZEAGdpmt98
Applications will be accepted until August 1st.
GO RAMS!
Pandemic-EBT (P-EBT) is a federal program designed to provide food support to families with children who were receiving free and reduced price school meals and missed school for COVID related absences. It can help families pay for food when students are absent from school due to a COVID-19 related isolation/quarantine. The Division of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), in collaboration with the Department of Human Services (DHS), received approval to operate this program in response to the COVID-19 related school closures for school year 2021-22.
The State’s plan provides P-EBT benefits to SNAP and non-SNAP households with children who temporarily lost access to free or reduced price school meals due to a COVID related isolation/quarantine. This plan will provide P-EBT benefits to students who: 1) qualify for free or reduced meal benefit and 2) were absent from school due to a COVID related isolation/quarantine. Students will qualify to receive P-EBT benefits if the answer is yes to both statement #1 and statement #2.
The state has formalized a parent initiated option for meal application benefits. Access to the online application can be found on the district website or by clicking on the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfp78rK9f0ptIfTJOd3n0z7uS4ZV01oOXjNGDLpEJ538uCijw/viewform?usp=pp_url
Once the application is submitted, the school district will verify the absences, approve the application, and submit the student’s information to the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education. DESE will work alongside DHS to process the benefit for each household. Benefits will be provided at a rate of $7.10 per day/days absent, due to a COVID related isolation/quarantine.
Anticipated timeline:
The deadline for a household to complete the application process and submit the application is July 29, 2022.
The Paragould School District will consolidate collected student information and submit the information to the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) by August 12, 2022.
Feel free to contact your child’s school for more information.
The NEA area substitute teacher training is scheduled for Wednesday, June 8 from 9-12 at the ESS South Central Office. This training is for anyone interested in becoming a substitute teacher for the 2022-2023 school year. For additional information, or to apply online, please visit ess.com.
Join us for our End of Year Awards tomorrow, May 24 in our gymnasium at the following times:
6th grade: 9:00 am
5th grade: 1:00 pm
Assemblies should take no more than an hour!
OGMS Field Day is TOMORROW! This is a BAM event (your kiddos will know if they are eligible or not).
Please send your kiddo with a change of clothes, extra shoes (if possible), a towel, deodorant, and sunscreen. We also suggest making sure they have a hat or sunglasses, as each grade level will be outside for a couple of hours. Finally, we suggest each student bring a plastic sack (like one you get your groceries in at the store) to put dirty clothes in, as their clothes and towel will be WET and dirty by the end of field day.
Registration for the NO COST Academic/Athletic Camps for current students in grades K-6 is open NOW through Friday, May 20th. Your child is invited to attend Paragould K-6 Summer Academic/Athletic Camps. Our summer program is offered at NO COST to PSD students! Transportation will be provided for students if needed. Opportunities include both academic and athletic activities. Students will be given the opportunity to interact with district literacy and math computer adaptive technology programs. We will also offer one-on-one and small group instruction when necessary. Athletic programs offered to students include baseball, basketball, football, soccer, softball, volleyball, cheer, dance, and speed/agility. K-6 Athletic Program Coordinators and district coaches will facilitate athletic activities. Don’t delay, registration ENDS on Friday, May 20th. If interested, please complete the registration process by clicking the registration link below.
Click the link below to register for the 2022 Academic/Athletic Camp
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfT8LIk4RXBm48vkrJR8FEE9UfjYW2XvgwhovOV7WOelcpWLQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
Click the link below for more information about the 2022 Academic/Athletic Camp
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1cw8SPF0G3Jn5SP8cUzNrLe8kM4cou0raJXHO96LeTlE/edit?usp=sharing