Everyone welcome tomorrow night at 5 p.m for Dagwaagin Family Night!
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Students - let your families know that parking will not be allowed on St. Hwy. 113 on the south side of the football field during the game tomorrow.
Sports/Activities:
Thursday: JV and Varsity Volleyball vs Fertile @ Mahnomen ~ JH Football @ NCE/UH (Ulen)- JV Football vs DL @ Waubun (5:00)
Friday: Varsity Football vs Wadena @ Waubun ~ JV Football vs Wadena @ Waubun (4:30)
Attention: The previously cancelled JV football game against Detroit Lakes will be played tomorrow, October 14th at 5:00 in Waubun.
Go Thunderbirds!
Save the Date!
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Congratulations to the Junior High Volleyball players on their amazing season. 7th grade 11-1 and 8th grade 5-7!!! GO THUNDERBIRDS!!!
Olea was chosen for 3rd Grade Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Harstad says, “Olea is a kind and respectful young lady. She works hard and takes responsibility for her learning. She always has a smile on her face and is always ready to help anyone in need. She shows outstanding leadership and is a great role model for her classmates. She is a pleasure to have in class!”
Olea’s favorite part of school is math. She likes to learn about fractions. Olea also likes to read the Owl Diaries books. At home, Olea likes to play with her sisters. They like to jump on the trampoline. She can do a back and front handspring and a front flip on the tramp! Olea’s favorite food is tacos. Olea can do a cool horse trick. She sits on her knees on the saddle and puts her arms straight out. What a talent!
Awesome job, Olea! We are so proud of you at Ogema Elementary!
Elliana was chosen as 2nd grade student of the month. Her teacher, Mrs. Haugo says, “Elliana is such an inspiring student. She shows her Thunderbird PRIDE all around the school. She is a hard worker and completes all of her assignments. She contributes a lot to class discussions. She is respectful to all her classmates and teachers. She is a great role model. Elliana has a gentle spirit and is helpful to others. Keep up the great work Elliana! I am so proud of you!”
Elliana’s favorite part of school is math because she gets to learn about multiplication and arrays. She also likes going on the monkey bars at recess. At home, Elliana likes to fight with her dog, Rosie. She lays on the ground and Rosie tries to take her sock off. Elliana’s favorite book is all fiction stories. Her favorite food is when her uncle makes ribs for dinner.
Great work, Elliana!
Tuesday: Volleyball @ Win-E-Mac~ JH Volleyball @ Win-E-Mac Attention volleyball players: Both JH and SH players will ride a bus to Mahnomen today before departing for the game at Win-E-Mac. The bus will be leaving the NE side of the building at 3:10.
Thursday: Volleyball vs Fertile @ Mahnomen ~ JH Football @ NCE/UH (Ulen)
Friday: Varsity Football vs Wadena @ Waubun ~ JV Football vs Wadena @ Waubun (4:30)
Girls Basketball Players - Reminder and update: Your Free Throw a thon money is due to Mr. Qual by Next Wednesday, October 20th. This is a change from October 22nd due to the MEA break.
Congratulations to our 2021 Homecoming King and Queen: Rolando Ellis and Sunshine Englund!
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Lydia was chosen as 1st Grade Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Bement says, “Lydia is always being a good example to others by listening, working quietly, and completing her work on time. Lydia strives to complete her work on time. Her work is always completed neatly. Whenever I look around the room Lydia is always doing exactly what is expected of her. She is always very proud of the work that she does and appreciates her love for learning!”
Lydia’s favorite part of school is math class. She loves to do the problems and use number lines to solve the problems. Lydia also likes to play on the swings and big slides at recess. Lydia’s favorite school meal is anything with meat, grapes, and chocolate milk! At home, Lydia likes to play outside with her dog, Niko.
Awesome work, Lydia! We are so proud of you!
Carter was chosen as 1st grade Student of the Month. His teacher, Mrs. Peterson says, “I am nominating Carter because he has started this school year with great energy and enthusiasm. He comes into our classroom each day with a positive attitude and is ready to learn. He gives everything his best effort and is a great example of PRIDE for each of his fellow classmates. He has a fun personality and a contagious smile. I look forward to getting to know Carter more as our first grade year goes on! He is responsible, positive, enthusiastic, and caring.”
Carter’s favorite part of school is playtime and recess. At playtime, Carter likes to play with playdoh. He likes to make animals and shapes. At recess, Carter likes to play on the slides and equipment. At home, Carter likes to play outside. He plays on the playground with his sister. They also like to play with Carter’s toys in his room. His favorite food is pink and chocolate ice cream.
Awesome work, Carter!! Keep it up!
Vanessa was chosen as 3rd grade Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Skersick nominated her because, “Vanessa is a very caring and helpful student to everyone around her. She always comes into the classroom every morning greeting all her friends and teachers and offering her help. She has been doing an outstanding job of getting all her assignments completed and turned in on time. She is a very good friend and always willing to share and help others out whether it is in any subject or just someone to talk to . Vanessa is a very hard worker and always looking for ways to challenge herself. She is caring, friendly, compassionate, organized, sharing, loving, and sweet. I am so grateful to have Vanessa as part of my class this year. Keep up the amazing work Vanessa and keep being that outstanding student and person you are.”
Vanessa’s favorite part of school is lunch. Her favorite meal is smiley fries. She also loves that she gets to write a lot. Vanessa enjoys writing fiction stories. At home, Vanessa likes to watch tv and lay with her dog. Her dog’s name is Jameson. She also likes to play with her ‘styling head’ and braid the hair with her dad. Vanessa enjoys styling hair, especially making buns in her hair. What a neat talent!
Vanessa, you are a joy at Ogema school! Keep working hard!
Abby was chosen as 3rd grade Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Jorud says, “Abby could be student of the month every month, if possible. She consistently models the character, work habits, life skills and excellence any teacher or parent would want in a child. Abby treats others with kindness and patience and is a positive role model for her peers. Abby is ambitious, caring, and confident.”
Abby’s favorite part of school is recess because she gets to play with her friends that are in different classes. They like to play tag. She also likes to see all her friends and talk with them. At home, Abby likes to play with legos. She enjoys building houses with bedrooms. Abby’s favorite food is enchilada hotdish. Abby can do the splits, too!
Fantastic Abby! We are so proud of you!
Alivia was chosen as 2nd grade Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Johnson nominated her because, “Alivia shows Thunderbird Pride in all aspects of school. She is always working hard with a "Never Give Up" attitude. She does a great job at participating in classroom discussions and is always respectful to other students and teachers. I am very lucky to have Alivia in my classroom! Alivia is a kind and caring student. She is always helping students who need it and going out of her way to make other students feel welcome and comfortable in our classroom. Her smile is contagious and she makes everyone around her smile.”
Alivia’s favorite part of school is eating lunch. Her favorite meal is taco in a bag. Her favorite meal at home is pizza night. She also likes to play tag and hide and seek at recess time. At home, Alivia likes to watch tv, especially Scooby Doo. Her favorite book to read is “all of them!”
Awesome work, Alivia! We are so proud of you!
Hadley was chosen as 2nd grade Student of the Month. Her teacher, Mrs. Oertwich nominated her because, “Hadley always goes above and beyond what is expected of her at school. She pushes herself to exceed my expectations and even asked for homework to take home for fun! She takes notice of students who might be feeling left out and find ways to include them. Hadley helps others with their work when they need help. Hadley is a ray of sunshine in and out of the classroom! She can be seen sharing a smile with anyone and everyone! Her happiness is contagious and she has such a big giving heart! You can't help but smile when you're around Hadley! Keep shining!”
Hadley’s favorite part of school is everything, especially playing with her friends. They like to play gymnastics. They do splits, one handed cartwheels, round off, bridges, and much more! At home, Hadley likes to play with her cat and watch the Masked Singer. She is cheering for the Black Swan this season. Her favorite food is taco in a bag. Her favorite books are the Owl Diary series.
Hadley, you are a leader and role model in our school! We love you!
Hannah was chosen as 2nd grade Student of the Month. Her teacher, Miss Steffens says, “She is always so kind to others and is a big help when it comes to giving reminders and showing what it means to be a second grader at Ogema. She is so happy and kind to others, she looks for the best in everything and everyone. She is also not afraid to say what she feels, but in the kindest way possible.”
Hannah’s favorite part of school is science. She loves everything about it, especially learning about animals. Her favorite animal is a baby bunny. Hannah also loves to read. Her favorite books are about unicorns. At home, Hannah likes to color pictures. Hannah can do back hip swings on an exercise ball. What a cool trick!
Hannah, you are a great leader in our school! Keep up the hard work!
