Year End Message

We hope everyone has a great summer!    We look forward to having Denise Heninger as next years OHMS PTA President.  We know she will do a great job!  If you would like to help out email ohmsptsa@gmail.com and let her know and she will be happy to let you know what is still open and how you can help out.

Next year Reflections theme is:  Let Your Imagination Fly.

We look forward to next year.

Beth Kunz

PTA President

PTA Meeeting - May 7, 2015

Members Present:
Mrs. Price, Natalie Bartholomew, Beth Kunz, Amy Skinner, Emily Stout, Lisa Zupancic, Denise Heninger, Janice Carlsen, Angie Chapman, Cherish Curtis, Stephanie Hansen

Conducted By: Beth Kunz

Treasurer’s Report: Amy Skinner
* receipts due last day of school
* Audit to happen-date TBD new treasurer-Amy Powell and Stephanie Hansen to do.  Clarification is needed on how many should sit in on the audit

PTSA report: 
Canned Food Drive did okay.  Only three containers instead of four were filled.  Determined to do the food drive earlier in the year to not compete with all the yearend activities.  


Principal’s Report: 

Discussion Items:
* April Minutes approved by Cherish seconded by Beth
* Teacher Appreciation will be May 4-8.  So far has been awesome
* Field day-June 1 Will be an afternoon activity.  No water this year.  SBO and PTSA kids are in charge.  Order creamies through Costco-1000, this is the better price.  We will have access to the kitchen freezer for this activity.
* Memory Books will be handed out on June 2.  Start time is 7:50.  30 volunteers needed starting at 7:30.  Cherish will put this on the volunteer spot and Lisa will coordinate with the volunteers. Should take 45- minutes to an hour.  Dance(Music) will be in the afternoon.
* Memory Books/Membership for next year.  With registering for 2015-2016 the title will reflect memory book fundraiser. (an explanation of this being the PTA fundraiser and membership will be given)  There will also be a space for additional memberships and donations.  The cost will be $27.
* There will be no volunteer survey for 2015-2016, instead there will be contact information on the school website for those interested in participating in different activities.
* Jill and Marvelle to oversee the teacher luncheon on August 20??
* All reimbursement checks need to be turned in by last day of school

Counseling Center Items:
* Parent University is scheduled for May 6 and scholarships will be discussed.  
* District wide training for Utah scholars on May 20 for 2015-2016.  Natalie to see to a Skylert going out for volunteers interested in participating.  Suggestions were made to have the kids start the survey as their starter for the day and to do the sign up at home as a follow up to the class lecture.

Meeting Adjourned: 12:30 pm

Next Meeting-Thursday, Aug 27

OHMS PTA Meeting - Apr 9, 2015

Members Present:
Mr. Glenn, Natalie Bartholomew, Lauren Woodcock, Beth Kunz, Amy Skinner, Emily Stout, Lisa Zupancic, Marvelle Morgan

Conducted By: Beth Kunz

Treasurer’s Report: Amy Skinner

PTSA report: Lauren Woodcock
Canned Food Drive Top TA will receive donuts.  Candy will be handed out as a lunchroom treat

Principal’s Report: Mr. Glenn
* PTA closet needs to be emptied by the last week in May

Discussion Items:
* March Minutes approved by Stephanie seconded by Lauren
* Net Smartz is scheduled for Wed Sept 9.  White ribbon week will be in the Spring of 2016.  Decision made to do Fight the New Drug every three years, so 2016-2017
* Blue Ribbon week will be September 14-18. Utah anti bullying coalition is scheduled for Sept 14
* Teacher Appreciation will be May 4-8.  Mon- snacks in the teacher’s lounge.  Tues- Sonic slushes Wed-Lunch will be served by Texas Roadhouse.  Thurs-Self Serve Ice cream in the teacher’s lounge. Friday morning breakfast with a start time of 7:20.    
* Field day-June 1-Four volunteers will be needed-Cherish is one.  Lauren will oversee the dunk tank.  Consensus is to make field day more interactive and actual field activities. Order creamies through Vickie.
* Memory Books will be handed out on June 2.  Start time is 7:50 and will be books sorted by TA/or alphabetical.  30 volunteers needed starting at 7:30.  Should take 45- minutes to an hour.  Dance(Music) will be in the afternoon.
* All reimbursement checks need to be turned in by May 7 meeting.
* Bingham High to host Fight the New Drug on April 13 from 6-7 at Elk Ridge MIddle

Counseling Center Items:
* Parent University is scheduled for May 6 and scholarships will be discussed.  

Meeting Adjourned: 12:15 pm

Next Meeting-Thursday, May 7, 11:00 am at Schmidt’s Pasteries

Parent University Presentation

Parents,

It's time for the final Parent University presentation. This program is designed to help parents learn the in's and out's of middle school and how to prepare for high school and college. It will be this Wednesday, May 6 at 7:00 P.M. This presentation will focus on Financial Aid and Scholarships. Even though your student is still in middle school, the time is now for you to start this process and preparing for college. We have put together a power point presentation discussing what preparations should be happening now. The meeting will be held in the auditorium and last for about an hour with time for questions at the end. Please remember this is for parents only. The presentation is not intended for students. We look forward to seeing you there. If you have any questions please contact your counselor. Thank you for your support of this program. We believe it has been a success and plan on doing it again next year.

OHMS PTA Meeting
March 5, 2015

Members Present:
Mr. Glenn, Natalie Bartholomew, Lauren Woodcock, Beth Kunz, Amy Skinner, Emily Stout, Brittany Maxfield, Cherish Curtis, Lisa Zupancic, Janice Carlsen, Marvelle Morgan

Conducted By: Beth Kunz

Treasurer’s Report: Amy Skinner

PTSA report: Lauren Woodcock
Canned Food Drive date to set-April?? Combine with the Soar kids and donuts for the winning TA



Principal’s Report: Mr. Glenn
* Thank you for the subs obtained for the funeral.  Can a memorial page be done for Adam Johnson?  Lisa to follow up on the details.

Discussion Items:
* February Minutes approved by Cherish seconded by Brittany
* Legislative Day went well.  Beth and Natalie attended.
* Red Ribbon week-successful.  Changes for next year to be considered-not doing on a short week.  Donuts were a hit.
* Decided to have Net Smartz in association with White ribbon week for next year.  Marvelle and Jill to take on.
* Blue Ribbon week to be scheduled in association with the Utah anti bullying coalition.  Natalie to check with Steve on if this has been scheduled.
* Discuss budget proposals for 2015-2016 in April
* ALPS orientation coming up on March 24 at 6:30.  Have a PTA member there to recruit members. 
* Teacher Appreciation will be May 4-8.  Lunch will be served on May 6-Texas Roadhouse.  Friday morning breakfast with a start time of 7:20.  Sonic slushes to be delivered one afternoon.  Use Pop stop?  Soft Serve ice cream? Catherine Hammond has machine

Counseling Center Items:
* Career Day March 10-401 volunteers to teach this day.  PTSA students to leave fourth period early to help direct presenters to their room.  Emily and Beth to come for check in at 9:45.
* 
Meeting Adjourned: 12:55 pm

Next Meeting-Thursday, Apr 9, 11:00 am

OHMS PTA Meeting
February 5, 2015

Members Present:
Mr. Glenn, Natalie Bartholomew, Lauren Woodcock, Beth Kunz, Emily Stout, Brittany Maxfield, Stephanie Hansen, Lisa Zupancic, Karla Hendricks, Terri Price

Conducted By: Beth Kunz

Treasurer’s Report: Amy Skinner-excused

PTSA report: Lauren Woodcock
Working like crazy on red ribbon and suckers.  Mike Anderson helped plan the Day at the Captial.



Principal’s Report: Mr. Glenn
* Block Schedule discussed for testing week

Discussion Items:
* January Minutes approved by Brittany seconded by Stephanie
* Legislative Day under control-Mike Anderson helped make arrangments
* Recruiting PTA board members for 2015-2016 school year.  Brittany Maxfield to be president elect
* Red ribbon week-February 17-20 under control
* PTC Dinner March 4-Beth-pizza March 5-Brittany
* Book fair Mar 2-5-Voluntter sign-ups will be on the website
* Parents Night-Volunteers needed to help pass out packets-Stephanie and Beth will do
* 
Counseling Center Items:
* Career Day March 10-email to be sent out to start recruiting volunteers.  45 volunteers needed.  20 have already volunteered.  A few PTA volunteers will be needed to direct traffic-Beth and Emily (will be there at 9:45)  Who do you know?

Meeting Adjourned: 12:15 pm

Next Meeting-Thursday, Mar 5, 11:00 am

OHMS PTA Meeting
January 8, 2015

Members Present:
Mr. Glenn, Natalie Bartholomew, Lauren Woodcock, Beth Kunz, Amy Skinner, Emily Stout, Brittany Maxfield, Cherish Curtis

Conducted By: Beth Kunz

Treasurer’s Report: Amy Skinner

PTSA report: Lauren Woodcock
Hoodies ordered.  Overspent by $55.  PTA to cover remaining costs
Valentine suckers will be done again this year



Principal’s Report: Mr. Glenn
* Jumprope for Life.  Shirts are now available as well as jumpropes
* Harmons day is on for April 22
* Discussion and plans shown for school remodeling plans this summer

Discussion Items:
* December Minutes approved by Beth seconded by Brittany
* Legislative Day.  Lauren will reserve the bus and get the permission slips taken care of.  Beth will replace Karla for the day.  $500 budget available for bus, sub and food
* Email will be sent out to start recruiting PTA board members for 2015-2016 school year.  Brittany Maxfield to be president elect
* Red ribbon week-February 17-20.  Activities will be done during TA.  Beth and Jeanean to oversee
* Oquirrh Hills will host council PTA meeting on January 22 at 11:45


Counseling Center Items:
* Natalie to book Net Smartz for first two weeks in Sept.  This will be scheduled in March, due to lady from Net Smartz being on Maternity leave
* White ribbon week-Sept
* Blue Ribbon Week-Nov
* Red Ribbon Week-Feb
* Career Day March 10-email to be sent out to start recruiting volunteers.  45 volunteers needed.  15 have already volunteered.  A few PTA volunteers will be needed to direct traffic.

Meeting Adjourned: 12:45 pm

Next Meeting-Thursday, Feb 5, 11:00 am

Welcome back we hope everyone had a great holiday break.  We are looking forward to a great 2015 with our great Oquirrh Eagles!

Reflection Winners – A Big Congratulations and a great job to everyone who participated!  We had some fabulous entries and a lot of really great work! The following are the winners from our school.

Visual Arts                                                                Photography

Thomas Barton                                                           McKayla Stone

Cynthia Wang                                                             Briah Pham
McKenna Andrus                                                       Ella Spigarelli
Danielle Mendenhall                                                  Emily LaBonty

Literature                                                                  Music

Emily LaBonty                                                           Ella Spigarelli

3-D Art

Thomas Barton

 

Reflections Winners that are moving on to district.

Cynthia Wang - Visual Arts

Emily LaBonty - Photography
Emily La Bonty - Literature
Ella Spigarelli - Music
Brian Pham - Photography

 

 

OHMS PTA Meeting - December 4, 2014

OHMS PTA Meeting
December 4, 2014

Members Present:
Mr. Glenn, Natalie Bartholomew, Lauren Woodcock, Beth Kunz, Amy Skinner, Janice Carlsen, Emily Stout, Karla Hendricks, Brittany Maxfield, Jill Nebeker, Angie Chapman, Cherish Curtis

Conducted By: Beth Kunz

Treasurer’s Report: Amy Skinner

PTSA report: Lauren Woodcock
Sweatpants-still not ordered. Company is frustrating to work with.

Principal’s Report: Mr. Glenn
* Explanation of OquirrhFest
* Discussion of the Assemblies to fill time during the 90 minutes TA days in January
* Green light has been given for the remodel this summer

Discussion Items:
* October Minutes approved by Karla, seconded by Jill
* Bring your parents to school day-November 21. 150 parents in attendance.
* Legislative Day. Legislative session begins Jan 26. Karla to contact Shannon Smith to set up appointment to meet with Lt. Gov. Karla will oversee the day. Lauren will reserve the bus and get the permission slips taken care of
* Reflections report. Low response however good quality. Request made to keep budge the same in hopes for higher participation next year. More and better advertising for next year, including notifying the kids of prizes.
* Teacher Appreciation-May 4-8, budget is $1000. Lunch can be done W-F. Contact for free massages through Stephanie. Contact through Brittany for Texas Roadhouse for meal.
* Eagle of the Quarter Dates-Jan 20-7th, 21-8th, 22-9th

Counseling Center Items:
* Natalie to book Net Smartz for November 2015 (1st or 2nd week of second quarter)
* White ribbon week-Sept
* Blue Ribbon Week-Nov
* Red Ribbon Week-Feb

Meeting Adjourned: 12:15 pm

Next Meeting-Thursday, Jan 8, 11:00 am

OHMS PTA Meeting
November 6, 2014

Members Present:
Mr. Glenn, Steve Cherry, Lauren Woodcock, Beth Kunz, Amy Skinner, Janice Carlsen, Emily Stout, Marvelle Morgan and Brittany Maxfield

Conducted By: Beth Kunz

Treasurer’s Report: Amy Skinner

PTSA report: Lauren Woodcock
Preparing for rivalry week
Sweatpants to be ordered this week.

Principal’s Report: Mr. Glenn
* Sage test results are in. Reminder this test was put in place to make students more college/career ready than just testing for minimal competency. This test establishes new proficiency levels-below, approaching, proficient, highly.
* Field trips have been staffed well by volunteers.
* Calendaring for 2016/2017 and 2017/2018 look great. Week long spring break planned.
* Still needing 100 parents to complete the parent survey.
* Remodel is still on for this summer. It will include moving the band room and front office, placing sprinklers in the gym, the grease trap and air conditioning!

Discussion Items:
* Book Fair has extra posters from years past which will be used by the language arts teachers
* White and Blue Ribbon Week-went well. Next year it was determined this will not be done on a short week as well as this will not be done in October. It was also decided each week will be done individually. Blue-September (Mr. Glenn has access to a free anti bullying assembly which it a good one. White-November Mr. Cherry and Mr. Glenn to schedule with net Smartz. The first or second week of the second semester. Red-February It was also determined the Anti pornography assembly will be every other year
* Bring your parents to school day-November 21. Advertising will begin shortly for this activity. Beth to write up a skyalert to go out to parents the Monday and Thursday before.

Counseling Center Items:
* Career Day-March 10, about 1 ½ hours. More volunteers will be needed this year, to help with coordinating and crowd control. Mr. Chery will make a volunteer spreadsheet.
* Utah Scholars-Training is December 2 at 12:00 pm. The training will last one hour and a light lunch will be provided.
January 7-8 will be the teaching sessions. 10 total volunteers needed. Approximately 45 minutes We are needing 4 volunteers for for the 7th and 6 volunteers on the 8. These will be split in morning and afternoon sessions.


Meeting Adjourned: 12:20 pm

Next Meeting-Thursday, Dec 4, 11:00 am