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There are A LOT of "social media" sites out there. You know about Twitter & Facebook, but what about Reddit, TikTok, Snapchat, or Discord? Educate yourself with these "Parent's Ultimate Guides" from Common Sense media!
Due to extenuating circumstances, the performances of the high school fall play have been cancelled.
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For kids, miscommunication is a common occurrence online and on social media. Plus, being behind a screen makes it easier to say things they wouldn't say in person. So how do we help kids avoid the pitfalls of digital drama? Hear it from the source!
North families, we still have opening for the screening this Thursday. Contact Michelle for details. 708-689-3175
Only a few hours left to order your football playoff t-shirts. Deadline is 2:00pm.
https://orders.minervapromotions.com/olympia_hs_football/shop/home
The Olympia Spartans will travel to Benton for their first round playoff game on Saturday October 29th. Kickoff is 3:00pm.
The Spartans will play Benton in the IHSA Class 3A Playoffs. Date and time of the game will be announced as soon as details are finalized. Don't forget to order your playoff t-shirts.
https://orders.minervapromotions.com/olympia_hs_football/shop/home
The Spartans were met with a beautiful day and a tremendous course to race on Saturday morning. Our teams were set to qualify for Sectionals and both sides accomplished that task.
The Spartan ladies kicked off the running success by giving #2 State-ranked Eureka a great competition. We were only 12 points off with 57 to Eureka’s 45. Amelia Kistner made a sensational turnaround from last season running on the same course. She was 2 minutes faster than last year while running 18:48 and earning a 4th place medal! Emma Swartzendruber, new to postseason racing, finished second for our squad in 19:15! Our scorers were rounded out by Anna Bieber, Chrystal Cornwell, and Abby Litwiller (19:39, 20:03, and 20:24). Cam Lawson ran closely to our top 5 with a time of 20:40, and Rachel Andris followed in 22:41.
The boys’ side outperformed rankings while finishing 4th behind a strong U-High squad, Eureka, and El Paso-Gridley. We narrowly beat Heyworth by 3 points (173-176). The Spartans were a tale of two tight packs with one strong center piece in their race Saturday. Logan Demling, Cooper Phillips, and Caden Clark were within 18 seconds of one another (16:31, 16:35, and 16:49). C.J. Moore was the glue that stuck the packs together with a time of 17:36. Our second pack saw Logan Farquhar move well, leading Jacob Lawless and Evan Petri to a 54 second split between the 3 runners (18:48, 19:27, 19:42).
Spartans XC is back to racing on Wednesday for our JV runners at Maxwell Park in Normal and at Sectionals in Elmwood on Saturday morning.
The Spartans pick up win number five with a 47 to 6 win over Petersburg PORTA on Homecoming. They are now playoff eligible. Congratulations to the players and coaches and Good Luck in the PLAYOFFS !!!!!!
First Oly football tailgate and we had a great turnout. We plan to offer a football tailgate package for those interested next year. Thanks to those that participated in this event!
The JV football game scheduled for Monday at PORTA has been cancelled.
#DigCit Family Tip 5: Take breaks
Needing help with child care? CCAP makes it possible for families and guardians who qualify to receive financial help paying for child care costs so they can work, attend training, or school. All families pay a portion of the cost of child care as a co-payment (based on family size and income). CCRRN.com for details.
OHS students have started breakfast tailgates on the mornings of home football games. We love this and hope this student initiated tradition continues. #SpartanPride
Thank you OHS Student Council for organizing the Homecoming Parade. It was a great night. We appreciate that our community showed up to support the kids! It has been a great Homecoming Week!
South families - Next WEEK...yes, all week is McTeacher event with the McLean's McDonalds. Plan to grab a happy meal or two!
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Digital harassment happens when teens use texts, instant messages, emails, and social media posts to keep tabs on or threaten someone else. It usually involves two people in a close relationship. Here are four ways to help teens avoid digital harassment.
The ‘cane crew’ from Oly West today showing their school spirit with Dr. O’Donnell.
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Teaching kids character strengths and life skills such as empathy is one of the most important jobs of being an adult. These great books for all ages help make it easier by celebrating friendship, difference, and the importance of caring for one another.
Families, the results are in from the fall family surveys. The top topics: #1 - Dealing with Bullies. #2 - Mental Health, Anxiety & Depression and #3 Behavior Management: Role of Emotions. Be sure to check out the parent-engagement resources on the Olympia website:
https://www.olympia.org/page/parent-engagement-resources
We currently have a recorded session of Let's Talk: Kids Anxiety, ADHD, & Depression. More supports coming soon!
