October 1, 2025
B Day
OMS Morning Announcements
Presented by the OMS Student Government
2025-2026
OMS Student Government
OMS
Tornado News Team
“The Eyes and Ears of OMS”
Est. 2022
OMS IS UNITED
U - Upstander
N - Noble
I - Integrity
T- Trustworthy
E - Empathic
D - Dedicated
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October Sunshine Staff Birthdays:
2nd - Mrs. Leone
2nd - Mrs. Aline
8th - Mrs. Benchimol
16th - Mrs. Collins
24th - Mr. Hendrick
30th - Mr. Murphy
31st - Mrs. Garside
Love,
Sunshine Committee
OMS
HAPPY 7th BIRTHDAY FENWAY!
Bandana Day!
Wednesday10/1/2025
Wear a Bandana for Fenway!
Fenway is asking for donations of dog bones, treats and toys for her
HACO friends. We will collect through 10/24
Please Wear PINK
On Friday, October 3rd
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Let’s honor the millions of families who have been impacted by this deadly disease.
OMS
Fall Fest 2025
Week of October 6th to October 10th
Monday
October 6th
Theme:
Hoodie Season/Sweater Weather
Activity:
Pumpkin Bowling
Tuesday
October 7th
Theme:
“Be Leaf in Yourself” (Wear Fall Colors)
Activity:
Apple Cider Donuts on Sale after school
Wednesday
October 8th
Theme:
Mad About Plaid “Lumberjack Day”
Activity:
Corn Shucking
Thursday
October 9th
Theme:
“8th Grade Kickoff To Fall”
Activity:
Football Toss
Friday
October 10th
Theme:
“6th and 7th Grade Kickoff to Fall”
Activity:
Football Toss
Most Spirited Students
EVERYDAY
Prize: Free Tummy Tuesday Coupon
OMS Fall Fest 2025
Lunchtime Games
EVERYDAY
Prize: Free Tummy Tuesday Coupon
OMS Fall Fest 2025
OMS Chopped Jr. Contest
When: Cost: $10.00 per person
Thursday,
October 9th
3:00 - 4:00pm
Where: Teams:
Cafeteria 2-3 students per team
-Only 20 teams may sign up - see Mr. Havranek (room 329)
*Your entire team must sign up together with your money
*Winning Team receives $50 per person
-Sign-ups will begin on Monday, October 6th right after school in Mr. Havranek’s room
Committee Meeting
See Mr. Hendrick for more Info!
Tuesday, September 30th
OMS Library
3:00 p.m.
ATTENTION: 6th grade!
Join us for our 6th Grade
Trunk or Treat Event!
ADMISSION: $5
Tickets will be sold during your lunch period Tuesday, October 14- Tuesday, October 21
See Mrs. Leone or Dr. Zenyuh for more information!
CANDY!
PRIZES!
6th Grade OMS STudents only!
Who: Student Government Officers
What: Selling Snacks and Drinks for $2
Where: Auditorium
When: Selected Tuesdays (Listen for Announcements)
Tuesdays
EST. 2015
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ATTENTION 8TH GRADERS!!
If you are interested in changing your lunch half, please click on the link below and fill out the Google form.
If you have any questions please see Ms. McCaffrey in Guidance!
Google Classroom Code:
zud5pbem
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LOST &
FOUND
2025-2026
27
Shop the School Store Online for your Favorite HF Gear!
Stainless Steel Water Bottles
$8.00
Wireless Mouse
$10.00
Motivational Bookmarks
$0.75
Decals / Stickers
$1.00
During HR
Google Classroom Code:
ew36owa
Homeroom
OMS
New Student Government Courtyard
CONGRATS TO THE OMS 7th & 8th GRADE GIRLS SOCCER TEAM ON THEIR WINS VS. LINDENHURST
OMS
The Oldfield World Language Club is new for 2025-2026 !
Meet every other Thursday
after school in
room 324 for culture and games.
¡Chao - Ciao!
Helping Hands Community Service Club
1st Mtg. is this Wednesday, October 1st
in Dr. Z’s room (310)
Google Classroom Code: gi2jvzp4
*Do you like helping others?
*Do you want to make a difference in
OMS & our community?
Then this is the club for you!!!!
OMS Garden Club
Next Mtg.:
Wed., Oct. 15th
3-4:30pm.
Meet in Room 310.
Class Code: tz5h6qbr
JOIN THE G.S.A CLUB!!!
(Meets every other Tuesday)
Starts Tues. 10/14
Rm. 309 Mrs. Benchimol’s Rm.
CLASS CODE: jyd354n
OMS Jazz Band audition material is available NOW!
Students who play saxophone, trumpet, trombone, baritone, guitar, piano, bass or drum set can audition for the OMS Jazz Band! Audition material is available in the band room (Room 108).
The window to prepare for auditions is short, so interested students should see Mr. Bilawsky to get the music and audition information letter ASAP. Auditions for saxophone, trumpet, trombone and baritone are before school on Friday, September 12; and auditions for guitar, piano, bass and drum set are before school on Thursday, September 18. I encourage any and all interested students to audition.
FYI-Students who make jazz band will have Thursday morning before-school rehearsals.
“Magic: The Gathering”
Club
Next meetings: October 9, 16, 23, 30
Play Magic: The Gathering each week
with old friends and new!
New, intermediate, and advanced players are welcome.
See Mr. Hopkins for more information.
Thursdays, 3-4 p.m.
Room 328
Join the OMS Multicultural Club!
Celebrate the amazing diversity in our school and around the world! Learn about different cultures, share traditions, and make friends from all backgrounds. Everyone is welcome!
Every other WEDNESDAY from 3:00-4:00pm
312 (Mrs. Leone’s room)
Google Classroom Code: a2satdnd
Come explore, craft, connect, and have fun!
FIRST MEETING:
October 8th
Who: Everyone that attends OMS
When: Tuesdays, 3-4 pm
G.C. Code:
Where: Room 113B
Questions: Contact Mr. Taveras
Want to Join CHESS CLUB?
Next Chess Meet
10/14/25
OMS Tornado News Team
Meeting Information
Advisors: Mr. Havranek and Mrs. Russo
Location: News Team Room (Next to Oasis Room)
Classroom Code:
7th and 8th Graders ONLY!!
1st Meeting: Thursday, October 23rd at 3:00pm
Setting
Robotics Team!
Are you interested in joining the Robotics team?
NOW IS YOUR TIME!
Mr. Temps and Mr. Sgaglione will be your advisers and help you become skilled at creating and programming your own Robot!
CLub is open to all grades but there are a limited amount of spots available…
In our club we will:
Where: Room 115 (Mr. Temps’ room)
When: Every Tuesday from 3-4 starting on October 8th
Informational Meeting Tuesday September 30!
Friendship Club
JOIN THE GOOGLE
CLASSROOM:jt2dzzc
NEXT MEETING:
3:00 in Mrs. Benchimol’s Room #309
COME JOIN
Creative Learning Club!
Are you interested in discovering new interests by trying out a variety of hands-on skills?
Join the Creative Learning Club!
More details to come!
Mrs. Swenson & Mrs. Cove
Art Club Grade 6
Art CluB!
Upcoming Meeting Dates for Art Club 7,8
10/22
We meet alternating wednesdays
Art Room 113B from 3 - 4 PM
-Mr. Taveras
Upcoming Meeting Dates for Art Club 6
10/15, 10/29
Art Club Grade 7,8
Library Recess will begin on
Thursday, September 11th!
Sign up in the library recess classroom (code jrejzj4) each morning after your receive
the assignment.
We can’t wait to see you!
Photojournalism Club
Hey 8th graders, do you want to help to make your end of the year video?
Come to the first meeting on
Tuesday, October 7th @ 3PM
Mrs. Garside’s room (222)
If you play sports, and would still like to join, please stop by at some point to see me!
Location: Room 101
Advisor: Mr. Logan
Meeting Dates: Every other Thursday!
First Meeting - October 23rd
CREATIVE COMPUTING CLUB AKA
FROM 3 - 4 PM
COMPETE IN THE HACK-A-THON!
Join the
ENTREPRENEURSHIP CLUB
First Meeting: Thursday, October 30th
w/ Mr. Logan in Room 101
CREATE YOUR OWN BUSINESS!
Compete in the stock market game and various challenges, including the VE business pitch & plan competitions!
STUDENT RECOGNITION
This club is designed to recognize and honor students who have exhibited positive character traits. Each month of the year is assigned a specific trait. Teachers nominate students who exhibit the current month’s character trait. The club members then meet each month celebrate the students the students will be involved in activities that help promote a positive school environment.
First meeting
September 30th
Room 201
Time: 8:00am