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OMS "Step Up"Day to High School Move-up days are designed to reduce the anxiety and stress associated with entering a new school environment. By giving students a sneak peek and a chance to interact with high school students and teachers, the transition is made smoother. Activities: These days often involve tours of the high school, meeting with current high school students and teachers, participating in introductory activities, and learning about high school policies and procedures. Benefits: Besides reducing anxiety, move-up days help students: Get familiar with the high school layout. Understand the high school's culture and expectations. Make connections with high school students and teachers. Learn about extracurricular activities and clubs. Feel more prepared and excited about the upcoming school year. #webleedpurpleandgold

Spotlight on Excellence: Support Services Team The hard work and dedication of our Support Service Department is truly unmatched! We want to take a moment to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Ms. Amesha Brown and Mrs. Pamela Scott for their incredible efforts and unwavering support in shaping the lives of their students—not just academically, but socially and emotionally as well. Inside their resource room, students are thriving and discovering a genuine love for learning. The data speaks volumes, and the positive impact they’ve made is undeniable. We are SO proud of both these amazing educators and their students for the remarkable growth and progress they’ve achieved. Thank you, Ms. Brown and Mrs. Scott, for making a difference every single day! View videos here:https://photos.app.goo.gl/3KdWhy7zXfj9PDkF7 #webleedpurpleandgold

North/ End of Year Reminders This year is quickly winding down , we are so proud of our students' accomplishments this year! Next week, May 20-23 is filled with many special events. Pre-K graduation is Wednesday, May 21 and Kindergarten Graduation is Friday, May 23. Both graduations will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. in the Seminole Arena. We will enforce the clear bag policy for both events. Kindergarten awards will be May 22 in the North Elementary Cafeteria. Thank you for sharing your child with us this year. Look forward to seeing our returning Pre-k students in the fall and we know our kindergarten students will make us proud in first grade at Carroll Smith Elementary. #webleedpurpleandgold

A Moment of Appreciation Today, our AFJROTC cadets proudly presented a token of appreciation to Assistant Superintendent Toshiba Pugh in recognition of her unwavering support and leadership. Thank you, Ms. Pugh, for your dedication to our students and for always standing behind our cadets! Your impact does not go unnoticed. #webleedpurpleandgold

Honoring Ollie Collins – 19 Years of Dedicated Service After 19 incredible years of service, School Board Member Ollie Collins is retiring. His leadership, vision, and unwavering dedication to our students, teachers, and community have left a lasting legacy. Mr. Collins has been a steady and passionate advocate for education, always putting the needs of our children first. From championing academic excellence to supporting school improvements and student opportunities, his impact will be felt for years to come. While you're stepping down from the board, your legacy and presence will continue to enrich our community. Thank you, Mr. Collins, for nearly two decades of commitment, wisdom, and heart. You’ve helped shape the future of our district and the lives of countless students. You will always be a respected and appreciated member of our school family. Wishing you all the best in your well-earned retirement! #webleedpurpleandgold

Baseball All-Conference 3A-3 Honors! Proud to recognize two outstanding athletes from our team who were named to the All-Conference 3A-3 roster! Easton Hearn – Sophomore | Catcher BA: .478 | OBP: .511 | SLG: .648 GPA: 4.0 A true leader on and off the field, Easton brings energy, intensity, and heart to every game. Coach Hearn: "Easton is a charismatic leader who prides himself on how dirty he can get in practice and games and how hard he plays!" Jeremiah Jacobs – Senior | Pitcher / Center Field BA: .357 | OBP: .411 | SLG: .647 Pitching: 2 Wins, 27 K's | GPA: 3.1 A late-season addition after basketball, Jeremiah stepped up big time, bringing his athleticism and competitive spirit to the mound and the field. Coach Hearn: "Jeremiah came in and gave us the extra arm, bat, and outfielder we needed. He is a true natural athlete and has a great competitive spirit." Great season, Easton and Jeremiah! Your hard work, leadership, and passion didn’t go unnoticed. Let’s keep building! #webleedpurpleandgold

North Elementary/ Kindergarten Field trip North Students enjoyed a fun day of learning and exploration at the Memphis Children's Museum on May 7. https://photos.app.goo.gl/CzGRaur3Z44AFGdaA #webleedpurpleandgold

North Elementary Family Picnic - May 9, 2025 We had a fantastic time at the North Family Picnic! It was a day full of sunshine, laughter, and unforgettable memories shared between students, families, and staff. From delicious food and fun games to smiling faces and special moments, we’re so grateful for everyone who came out and made the day so special. Thank you for being part of our North Elementary family! Click the link below to view photos from the event: https://photos.app.goo.gl/mdMp6ZW269z28ymb8 #webleedpurpleandgold

North/ Family & Community Picnic Special thanks to the Osceola Fire Department for being our grill masters for our picnic today. The hotdogs and hamburgers were delicious. #webleedpurpleandgold

North/ Teacher Appreciation North Elementary appreciates our hard-working teachers every day. We paused to celebrate on day 5 the amazing educators of North Elementary . In the words of our students, "Good job teachers!" #webleedpurpleandgold

Happy School Nurse Day! Today we celebrate the compassionate, calm, and caring professionals who take care of our students' health and well-being every single day—our amazing school nurses! From Band-Aids to big emergencies, school nurses do it all with kindness and a steady hand. They are a comforting presence, a listening ear, and a vital part of our school family. Thank you for keeping us safe, healthy, and ready to learn! Your dedication and care mean the world to us. Help us thank our school nurses in the comments below! #webleedpurpleandgold

North/ "Spud"-tacular Teachers North teachers were honored today with a "spud"tacular lunch. Parents helped with all the trimmings for a baked potato bar. The teachers wish to say thank you to all the parents who brought food items to celebrate North's "spud"-tacular teachers. #webleedpurpleandgold

Happy Teacher Appreciation Day! Today, we celebrate the heart of our schools—our incredible TEACHERS! Thank you for the countless hours, the endless patience, and the passion you pour into your classrooms. You inspire, encourage, and shape the future—one student at a time. Whether it's through a lesson, a kind word, or simply showing up every day with dedication, your impact is immeasurable. To all our amazing educators: we see you, we appreciate you, and we are SO grateful for everything you do! Drop a comment below to show some love to your favorite teachers! #webleedpurpleandgold

2025 CSE Sneaker Ball Highlights CSE students showed up in style at the 2025 Sneaker Ball—rocking their favorite sneakers with formal wear for a night full of dancing, laughter, and unforgettable memories with friends! View photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/tUB3DsRDYbnPRmQe8 #webleedpurpleandgold

OSD Band Banquet – Friday, May 9, 2025 at 6 PM! 🎶 We’re excited to celebrate the hard work and talent of our amazing band students at the OSD Band Banquet & Concert on Friday, May 9, 2025 at 6:00 PM! Space is limited — so please make sure to RSVP by Wednesday, May 8 to reserve your spot. Let’s come together for an evening of music, memories, and recognition! #webleedpurpleandgold

CSE/Teacher Appreciation Week Kickoff! CSE is deeply grateful to Osceola McDonald's for providing a delicious breakfast and to Fetterman and Associates for generously sponsoring today’s lunch. Your kindness and support made our staff feel truly appreciated and celebrated as we kick off Teacher Appreciation Week. What a wonderful way to start the week! Thank you for recognizing the dedication of our educators and helping us honor the invaluable work they do every single day. #webleedpurpleandgold

North/ Amplify North Kindergarten teachers were invited to be included in the Arkansas CKLA Video Project. Mrs. Spring Cook works closely with the Arkansas Department of Elementary Education in the area of literacy. ADE asked Mrs. Cook to showcase teachers who are exemplifying implementation of CKLA. North kindergarten teachers accepted the challenge and were videoed May 1. North Elementary kindergarten teachers and students shined bright for all of Arkansas to see. We appreciate the dedication of our staff in supporting our students with sound reading instruction. View photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/AMXJhjD7miTnLreD7 #webleedpurpleandgold

North/ Family Community Picnic May 9 North Family and Community Picnic will be held Friday, May 9.. PreK students and families will eat at 11:00 and Kindergarten students and families will eat at 12:00. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and come join the fun! One parent per child will eat free and other family members will be charged $5.00 to eat lunch on the school playground. We will have music, fun, and door prizes throughout the event. So come help us celebrate the completion of a great school year at North Elementary! RSVP by calling 870-563-1155. #webleedpurpleandgold

Teacher Appreciation Week starts Monday at OMS! Beginning Monday, we’ll be celebrating all of our incredible teaching staff at Osceola Middle School! Their dedication, passion, and daily impact on our students' lives never go unnoticed. "A teacher affects eternity; he or she can never tell where their influence stops." – Henry Adams We are so grateful for everything our teachers do — let’s make this week one to remember! #webleedpurpleandgold

Happy School Lunch Hero Day! 🦸‍♂️🦸‍♀️🍎 Today, we celebrate the amazing cafeteria staff who keep our students fueled and ready to learn each and every day! From preparing nutritious meals to serving up smiles, our lunch heroes go above and beyond behind the scenes. Thank you for your hard work, your kindness, and the love you put into every tray. You truly are HEROES in hairnets! Help us show our appreciation by giving a big THANK YOU in the comments! #webleedpurpleandgold