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Cyberbullying is something most families hope they never have to deal with. But if your kids are texting, sharing photos, and posting comments, it’s important to talk to them about how to deal with online harassment. Learn 5 ways to stop cyberbullies.
The sixth grade celebrated their successes of the first quarter with their first Team Day of the year on Friday, October 13th. The day included OMS trivia, choice activities, movies, and snacks. Ten students were rewarded by their peers for showing the qualities of strong Spartans. Thank you to the generous donors who helped make this day special!
Varsity vb had a tough loss tonight. Our girls had some good moments but couldn't hold it. 25-25-17&25-22. Kill leader Jorgi Dupureur w/7, Assists Grace Carter -Nagrocki w/16, Blocks Sarah Cross&Kemsie Kleinschmidt 1, Digs Keats Wille w/8, Aces Keats Wille &Jori Dupureur w/1.
Olympia freshman football picks up a 36-14 win @ Auburn tonight. They move to 6-2 on the season. Great work guys!
The freshmen class is still looking for workers for the concession stand at Friday Night's football game. Please consider helping out. You can sign up through this link below. Thank you
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#DigCit Family Tip 3: Role-play.
If kids feel like they might have trouble removing themselves from digital drama, experiment with some different ways they can make a graceful exit. Talk through words they can use, ways they can steer conversations in positive directions, etc.
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As kids grow, they'll naturally start to communicate more online, but some of what they see could make them feel hurt, sad, angry, or even fearful. Help your students build empathy for others and learn strategies to use when confronted with cyberbullying.
Varsity volleyball fought a tough battle tonight losing 25-22,25-19 to Athens. Kill leader Jorgi Dupureur w/7, Assists Grace Carter-Nagrocki w/21, Blocks Sarah Cross w/1, Digs Keats Wille w/ 9, and Aces Keely Hilt, Jorgi Dupureur, & Emma Books w/ 1.
Keep working hard ladies!
SPARTANS LOSE A HEART BREAKER! Varsity boys soccer drops a tough game to Peoria Manual 2-1 in Regional action tonight. The boys end the year while growing as a team with a lot to build on next year with 9 returning starters coming back. Thanks to our Seniors Jace Whitted and Henry Brucker for all your hard work this year! We wish you nothing but the best in your future!
We are still aware that the NFHS stream of the high school volleyball game in the middle school gym is not working. It is a hardware issue with the camera. We hope to have it fixed soon.
Today is World Homeless Day. Did you know we have housing insecurity fact sheets in each of our buildings!
#DigCit Family Tip 2: Check in about online life.
Just like you'd ask your kid about their sleep, exercise, and eating, stay on top of their online life. Who are they chatting with? How do people treat each other in the games and on the sites they're using?
Families, we are just one week away from our second session "Helping Your Child Succeed". Be sure to register for the Zoom link to show up in your inbox. This is for anyone in our district! Last session on Anxiety is housed on the Spartan website under parent engagement.
Vote for Kade Lollar for 1450 player of the week: https://www.channel1450.com/2023/10/09/trinity-in-taylorville-prime-time-performer-october-2-7/?fbclid=IwAR0vuldKJ71w0AQRRkvRs0hjpML7Yk72tOFoIsj5MrtXoG4UVZ4jcD0fsdE
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Let's face it, some online spaces can be full of negative, rude, or downright mean behavior. But what counts as cyberbullying? Help your students learn what is - and what isn't - cyberbullying, and give them the tools they'll need to combat the problem.
Madison Barnes battled cold morning temperatures and windy conditions to record a 94 today in the State Tournament. Madi finished with a two day score of 181 placing her 49th out of a field of 109 golfers. Way to persevere and represent Olympia. We are all very proud of you!
OHS golfer and State qualifier Madison Barnes hung tough in the wind to earn a second day at the IHSA State finals. Madi shot a 87, placing her tied for 31st in a field of 109 golfers! Come on out today at Red Tail Run and cheer Madi on. She has a 8:39 starting time.
#DigCit Family Tip 1: Define your terms.
Make sure kids understand what cyberbullying is: repeated and unwanted mean or hurtful words or behavior that occur online (through texts, social media posts, online chat, etc.).
Varsity volleyball battled tonight and put up a great fight coming up short to Porta 25-20 & 25-21. Kill leader was Jorgi Dupureur w/7, Assists Grace Carter-Nagrocki w/17, Blocks Sarah Cross w/ 3, Digs Keats Wille w/14, and Aces Emma Books and Jorgi Dupureur w/2 a piece. REFN!G2G
We are aware that the NFHS stream of the games in our middle school gym is currently not working. We are currently trying to fix the problem.