
**Help Kids Make Friends and Interact Safely Online: Secondary**
So much of kids' social lives happens online. Whether they're texting with their study group, flirting on social media, or voice-chatting on game platforms, middle and high schoolers can learn to communicate in safe and healthy ways. These skills will help kids -- and the people they're communicating with -- have positive experiences online.
1. Give them the right words.
2. Learn about their worlds.
3. Empathize with the pressure to overshare.
4. Develop their instincts.


Spartans WIN 3-2 over SJO on Senior Night honoring Payton Carroll, Jake Mitchell, Justin Siebert, Dylan Smith, Noah While and Damian Bagby.
Justin Siebert notches a hat trick. Assists from Edwin Hohulin, George Martin and Gannon Wille.
Spartans record their 4th win this season.


JV Football with the home win over PC - 22 to 13!

Mr. Jones and Mrs. Litwiller put together an Easter egg hunt for OHMS staff: The Easter Bunny stopped by a little early this year, to bring our staff some fun and cheer. Begin the hunt and look around, there are eggs that need to be found. You should find the eggs before the day is through. Yes, it may be silly, but it will be fun, too! You might find some candy, or a treat, whatever you find, it's yours to keep! Congratulations to our winners!




JV football with the 30-8 Victory over Central Catholic!!

5 Myths and Truths About Kids’ Internet Safety
Help keep your kids' online experiences positive and productive by learning the truth (and ignoring the rumors) about what really makes them safe. Article by Caroline Knorr
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A pair of men's prescription glasses was found at the North end of the home bleachers on Friday night (March 26, 2021) after the football game. If they are yours, they can be picked up at the District Office (309-379-6011).


Spartans over Central Catholic. 19 to 17. Great game and nice home conference win. Olympia moves to 2-0 on the season.

We are aware that the NFHS video feed at the football game is blurry. We have a replacement camera on order. We apologize for the inconvenience.

How to Talk to Teens About Dealing with Online Predators
We might not want to think about our kids dealing with creepy people online. But for many parents, it's the scariest thing about our kids' digital lives. Use this script to kick off a conversation with your kid. Article by Christine Elgersma
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There are a limited number of general admission tickets left for this Friday nights home football game vs. Central Catholic. To reserve your tickets call the activities office at 309-379-5911 ext. 9022 or email michelle.olson@olympia.org.

5 Surefire Ways to Protect Your Kid’s Online Privacy
Today's kids spend lots of time posting and sharing information online. Learn five surefire ways to protect their privacy.
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The Group Interp production of The Princess Bride placed 2nd at the sectional and will advance to State next weekend. The all-sectional cast honor was awarded to Zachary Manahan, Julia Collins, Justyn Olson, Tanner Pipp, Neil Alford, Michael Bagby, and Andria Ewalt. Congrats all!



OHS competed in the IHSA Sectional for Contest Play and Group Interp today, March 20. Abraham Bishop, Zachary Manahan, and Justyn Olson were named to the all-sectional cast for Hamlet.


OHS Soccer notches a 6-0 win over Mt Pulaski - Gannon Wille with a hat trick; Jake Mitchell, Noah While and Justin Siebert also found the net; two assists by Jace Whitted and Justin Siebert; assists by George Martin and Edwin Hohulin; Dylan Smith with a clean sheet
📸: R Singley





Spartans Win! 1️⃣9️⃣ - 0️⃣!!


🏈 Halftime - Spartans up 13-0 over the AO Bombers.

5 Ways to Make YouTube Safer for Your Kids
Kids love YouTube. Whether they're watching funny videos, learning cool stuff, or uploading their own creations, they can stay busy on the popular website. But not everything about YouTube is fun and games. Discover five ways to make YouTube safer for kids.
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The varsity boys soccer game for today at Central Catholic has been postponed to April 5th.

Staff and students kept the March Madness spirit alive with jersey day and workout wear Wednesday!


