School of the Osage

📣 Winter Break is near! ❄️ School dismisses: Friday, December 20, 2024 Staff returns: Monday, January 6, 2025 Students return: Tuesday, January 7, 2025

Let’s get into the holiday spirit and spread some cheer this week! ❄️🎅 Check out the photos to see what’s happening at your school. From rocking your favorite ugly sweater to cozying up in your holiday PJs or decking yourself out in festive colors, we can’t wait to see all your creative looks! 🎄✨ Here’s to a fun and festive week!

Over the past two weeks, OMS 8th graders have participated in boaters safety courses hosted by Missouri Highway Patrol officers. So many new licenses were earned from this important course in our area. Boater safety is a top priority in our community, and we’re grateful for our partnership with the Missouri Highway Patrol to provide this valuable resource to our students! They even took the time to have some fun with our students in their down time. Check them out playing kickball!

Congratulations to Miss Dickerson’s 5th grade class for winning the Attendance Spirit Stick for the first time! Last week this class had the highest attendance percentage.

Members of the Upper Elementary Student Leadership club raised money for Central Missouri Foster Care and Adoption Association by selling bracelets and bows at the holiday bazaar over the weekend.

The Osage Honors Club recently hosted a penny war to raise funds for Christmas gifts for the Central Missouri Foster Care and Adoption Association. Thanks to the generosity and enthusiasm of our students and staff, they collected an impressive $475! We are so proud of our students for their commitment to making a difference in our community this holiday season.

Yesterday, Judge Aaron Koeppen visited Mr. Zilz's dual-credit government class to teach about Missouri’s local courts. It was an engaging and informative session for our students! Thank you, Judge Koeppen, for sharing your time and expertise with us!

Special visitors from School of the Osage High School dropped by Mrs. Barry’s 3rd grade classroom today! Students from Mrs. Hill’s anatomy class shared their stories on cells, cell organelles, and cell transports with our third grade readers. 📚 🔬

We’re thrilled to announce that Ethan Worley has been named one of the Lake Career & Technical Center’s November Students of the Month! Ethan, a senior, is a second-year Advanced Criminal Justice student and a proud member of SkillsUSA Missouri. His instructor, Chris Edgar, shared this about him: "Ethan is a mature and resourceful top student who consistently thinks outside the box. He is well-liked by both students and teachers, and everyone enjoys collaborating with him. Ethan is one of the hardest workers I have ever had in class, and he will continue to excel in any future career or academic pursuits." Congratulations, Ethan!

'Tis the season to be thankful! A few of our fifth-grade students visited local law enforcement to share their gratitude (and cookies!). We’re so thankful for their support and partnership with our schools!

Get ready to shop 'til you drop at the 44th Annual School of the Osage Holiday Bazaar! Explore over 120 vendors featuring local crafts, home décor, jewelry, and unique gifts. Enjoy pictures with Santa, tasty concessions, and grab your Project Graduation Discount Cards while you're there! We hope you will join us Saturday, Dec. 7th from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at School of the Osage High School (636 Hwy 42, Osage Beach). Admission is $2 (cash only). For updates, follow: facebook.com/sotobazaar

📢 Reminder: There will be no school for Thanksgiving Break from 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟔, 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟗. The District Office will be closed from 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟕, 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟗. Classes will resume on 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟑. We wish all our families a safe and joyful Thanksgiving! 🦃✨

A big thank you to the Our Lady of the Lake Knights of Columbus for their incredible generosity in donating 100 winter coats to our Heritage, UE, and MS students. Their kindness and support mean so much to us.

Shoutout to the School of the Osage Middle School Student Council and Builder's Club for their incredible teamwork during the annual Canned Food Drive! Together, they collected over 2,800 food items for Hope House, making a huge impact for families in need this holiday season. Way to go, OMS!

Save the Date for Our Winter Community Night! We hope you will join us. Use this link to get registered: https://lakeareachambermo.chambermaster.com/events/details/school-of-the-osage-community-winter-2025-1316

Congratulations are in order! Students from the Upper Elementary will be representing School of the Osage at the Missouri All-State Children’s Choir! 5th graders: Genevieve Gardner, Wyatt Trusty, Clara Jolley, and Avery Ford. 4th graders: Levi Freeman, Sadie Stokes and Ryan Shen.

Happy Veterans Day! Today, we pause to honor and celebrate our heroes—our veterans—who have served our country with courage and dedication.

Heritage elementary students had the opportunity to attend a sensory-friendly Halloween party in the library. Thank you to Mrs. Hayes and Ms. Womble for organizing! Safe to say the kids had a blast with the activities!

5th grade students had the opportunity to tour Lake Career and Technical Center! Students were given a sneak peek at the opportunities available to them in high school.

Save the Date! Join us for the 37th Annual Senior Citizens Banquet on Thursday, Nov. 21st! Check out the Upper Elementary students are helping prepare for the event by creating placemats! Enjoy performances by our talented Osage student musicians starting at 4:45 PM, followed by dinner at 6:00 PM, and the High School Musical at 7:00 PM! Reserve your spot today by calling (573) 348-0115. See you there!