Family Tip 5: Take breaks If you notice your kid getting pulled into digital drama, help them take a break. It's great if they can determine for themselves when they need to step back, but they might need some help setting limits.
almost 3 years ago, EdTech@Oly
Family Tip 5: Take Breaks
Video: bit.ly/OlyCBV5 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.
almost 3 years ago, EdTech@Oly
Avoiding Digital Harrassment
Books that Teach Empathy: bit.ly/OlyCBB 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.
almost 3 years ago, EdTech@Oly
Books that Teach Empathy
Families & Students, Due to the impending forecast that includes ice in the early morning and heavy snowfall tomorrow afternoon, Olympia students will be doing remote learning tomorrow, Thursday, February 17th. Elementary students will work on the materials that have been sent home by their teachers. Middle school and high school students should login to Google classroom tomorrow to complete their work and / or participate in meetings with their teachers. We realize there may be minor fluctuations in the weather but at this point it appears as if our morning commute and our afternoon commute would both be negatively impacted by weather. We will make an announcement tomorrow regarding Thursday after school activities / practices. As a reminder, students DO NOT have school on Friday, February 18th due to a Teacher Institute Day. Monday, February 21st is a school holiday as well. We will see students back in our buildings on Tuesday, February 22, 2022.
almost 3 years ago, EdTech@Oly
2.17 Remote Learning
Family Tip 4: Encourage upstanding Let kids know that supporting someone who is being bullied can make a big difference. If they feel safe confronting the bully, they should. If not, a PM can help someone through a tough time. Speaking up against hate speech is important too!
almost 3 years ago, EdTech@Oly
Family Tip 4: Encourage Upstanding
What an honor to have James Nottingham, creator of the Learning Pit, visit Olympia and share strategies to engage in the learning process. Thank you, Mr. Nottingham, for all the ways you teach us about challenge, learning, and leadership!
almost 3 years ago, Alyssa Jones
James Nottingham
Video: bit.ly/OlyCBV6 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.
almost 3 years ago, EdTech@Oly
Cyberbullying Tips
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.
almost 3 years ago, EdTech@Oly
Family Tip 3: Role Play
What should I do if my kid is bullied online? Finding out that your kid has been cyberbullied is emotional for parents. You or your kid might want to retaliate, but it's best to help your kid defuse the situation, protect himself, and make rational efforts to put a stop to the bullying. Here are the immediate steps we recommend for parents... Read More https://www.commonsensemedia.org/cyberbullying/what-should-i-do-if-my-kid-is-bullied-online
almost 3 years ago, EdTech@Oly
Online Bullying
Sixth graders took their learning outside of the four classroom walls today as they examined a variety of different shoes in an activity to analyze and write about characters. Learning is fun!
almost 3 years ago, Alyssa Jones
Sixth graders took their learning outside of the four classroom walls today as they examined a variety of different shoes in an activity to analyze and write about characters. Learning is fun!
Sixth graders took their learning outside of the four classroom walls today as they examined a variety of different shoes in an activity to analyze and write about characters. Learning is fun!
Sixth graders took their learning outside of the four classroom walls today as they examined a variety of different shoes in an activity to analyze and write about characters. Learning is fun!
Sixth graders took their learning outside of the four classroom walls today as they examined a variety of different shoes in an activity to analyze and write about characters. Learning is fun!
OMS Families & Students will not want to miss this opportunity to learn from James Nottingham, the creator of the Leaning Pit. He is visiting Olympia to speak to families & students on how to engage in the learning process through questioning and a language of learning.
almost 3 years ago, Mike Jones
OMS Parent Night
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?
almost 3 years ago, EdTech@Oly
Family Tip 2
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.).
almost 3 years ago, EdTech@Oly
Family Tip 1: Define your terms
Parent Concerns: Cyberbullying Once kids go online, their chances of finding cyberbullies, haters, and trolls is, sadly, quite high. Find age-specific guidelines, videos, and articles to help with tough conversations -- whether your kid is a bully or is being bullied. Explore answers to all your cyberbullying questions, age-appropriate advice, school resources, and more from parents and experts. https://www.commonsensemedia.org/cyberbullying
almost 3 years ago, EdTech@Oly
Parent Concerns
​Families, Due to the winds, the continued drifting and blowing of snow, and extreme temperatures, Olympia will not be in session tomorrow. Friday, Feb. 4th will be a snow day for Olympia. The road commissioners in the area are reporting that roads are impassable and are drifting over after being plowed. As a reminder, there will be no activities / practices tonight, Thursday, February 3. Coaches and sponsors will notify families tomorrow morning regarding plans for Friday afternoon / evening activities as well as plans for Saturday scheduled events. Thank you - stay warm! Dr. O’Donnell
almost 3 years ago, Sean Mullins
Friday Snow Day
​Most kids will encounter mean behavior at some point in their digital lives. For some kids, this experience is a blip that's easily forgotten, while for others it can have deep, long-lasting effects. For parents, the key is staying involved in kids' lives -- both online and off -- so they can step in and offer help if necessary. With guidance from parents and educators, kids can learn how to dodge the drama and stand up for others.​ Throughout February we will be sharing 6 different tips for families to encourage best behavior when approaching the topics of Cyberbullying, Digital Drama, and Hate Speech with your families. Define your terms. Check in about online life. Role-play. Encourage upstanding. Take breaks. Review worst-case steps.
almost 3 years ago, EdTech@Oly
February Family Tips
Due to the forecasted storm that includes large amounts of snowfall and high winds, students WILL NOT report to school on Wednesday, Feb. 2nd or Thursday, February 3rd. Wednesday will be a remote learning day and Thursday will be a traditional snow day. Wednesday - elementary students should work on materials that have been prepared and sent home; middle and high school students should await information from teachers regarding assignments and online class meetings. Thursday is a traditional snow day, there will be no expectation of new / additional school work. This day will be added to the end of the school calendar. The last day of school will now be Tuesday May 24th, 2022 if no additional traditional snow days are utilized. There will be no extra curricular activities or practices on Wednesday or Thursday, and all Olympia buildings will be closed.
almost 3 years ago, Sean Mullins
Weather Related Cancellations
Due to the forecasted storm that includes large amounts of snowfall and high winds, students WILL NOT report to school on Wednesday, Feb. 2nd or Thursday, February 3rd. Wednesday will be a remote learning day and Thursday will be a traditional snow day. Wednesday - elementary students should work on materials that have been prepared and sent home; middle and high school students should await information from teachers regarding assignments and online class meetings. Thursday is a traditional snow day, there will be no expectation of new / additional school work. This day will be added to the end of the school calendar. The last day of school will now be Tuesday May 24th, 2022 if no additional traditional snow days are utilized. There will be no extra curricular activities or practices on Wednesday or Thursday, and all Olympia buildings will be closed.
almost 3 years ago, Sean Mullins
Weather Related Cancellations
With the 2022 Winter Olympics right around the corner, the OMS staff is kicking off the festivities tomorrow with a “Lighting of the Torch”. Staff will give their colleagues a little extra “spark” by writing an encouraging/uplifting note to them. Let’s go Spartans!
almost 3 years ago, Alyssa Jones
OMS
It's Yearbook Time! OMS yearbooks are now on sale. Your student should receive an order form this week. Yearbooks can also be ordered online use code 62604 at inter-state.com/order . The cost is $15. Orders are due by February 28th.
almost 3 years ago, JACKIE HOLMES