This May, our very own Laura Barbato (7th-grade science teacher from Old Saybrook Middle School) will lead a research project funded by a grant from the Rockfall Foundation. The project aims to explore the impact of human activity on various sites within Hammonasset State Park in conjunction with the Connecticut Audubon Society. The grant will enable Ms. Barbato and her students to conduct field research, focusing on environmental changes and disturbances caused by human interactions with the park's ecosystems. Students will engage in hands-on learning, analyzing factors such as pollution, foot traffic, and habitat disruption, all while developing their understanding of ecology and conservation. The project not only enriches the students' scientific knowledge but also fosters a sense of stewardship of natural resources, encouraging them to become active participants in protecting the environment.
Good luck to Ms. Barbato and her students as they conduct this important work.
Here are pictures from our author visit from today at the Middle School with individual presentations for Grades 4-6.
4th graders walked over to enjoy their own session here in our library. The event was sponsored by our Library Media Center.
Her Bio:
New York Times Bestselling Author and syndicated cartoonist, Maria Scrivan! (SKRIV-AHN) Maria is the author and illustrator of the bestselling Nat Enough graphic novel series and syndicated cartoonist of Half Full. Her work has appeared in MAD Magazine, Parade magazine, Highlights and many other publications, and on hundreds of greeting cards.
Students in grades 7 & 8 are invited to participate in a 3 day football camp after school March 26-28. Please use QR code to register.
Yesturday, Grades 5-7 had the opportunity to go into a traveling planetarium that was set up in our gymnasium. It was a cool experience to be transported into space while never leaving our building. Please ask your kids about it.
Today is Wednesday, February 12, 2025. All schools and offices will operate on a two hour delay schedule today.
Our OSMS students got an opportunity to travel through the galaxy today thanks to the planetarium provided by Mobile Ed Productions. What a view!
Tomorrow night is the Channel 3 WFSB Girls Basketball Game of the Week between our Old Saybrook Rams and the Morgan Huskies. Let's pack the gym and support our Rams!
Purchase your tickets at the link below:
https://gofan.co/event/1903946?schoolId=CT17450
Thank you, 5th Grade Band, for a night of education and music!
Our Middle School Choir spent the afternoon performing carols in front of The Kate.
It's almost time to start singing! Let's hear those beautiful voices, Rams!
We are so excited to introduce Otter. Otter will be the second certified therapy dog coming to visit OSMS students.
A little bit about Otter: He's a lab mix, a rescue dog, and will be a sweet friend for our students. He already visits students at Goodwin and LOVES kids!
He will be be accompanying our occupational therapist Dana Kalksma to school some days. As with our other therapy dog Tucker, please let us know if your child has any allergy concerns or fear of dogs.
-Krista
Please visit the Cuckoo's Nest today: noon-9pm.
10% of all proceeds will go to the OSMS PTO!
Is your child missing something? Do you ever wonder where your child's clothing, shoes, or water bottles go? They are probably in our lost and found!
We have SO MANY lost and find items. Look at the photos and stop in during conferences or send your child to come get their things.
-Krista
Today, we celebrated Veterans Day. We were fortunate to have a panel of 6 veterans representing different branches of the military to speak with our students. They shared stories about serving and protecting our nation. Students had the opportunity to learn from them and show their appreciation for all the veterans have done. Students made and served breakfast to our local veterans. At the green, several OSMS students participated in the Veterans Day Ceremony, two winning awards for their essays. We thank our veterans and congratulate Nadia and Keira for their winning essays.
Every year, it is an absolute honor for us to welcome and celebrate our veterans on Veterans' Day for a special celebration at Old Saybrook Middle School. The celebration begins with our students attending a panel where they get the opportunity to hear from our servicemen and servicewomen firsthand about their experiences. We follow the panel discussion with a student-made breakfast and a presentation where we recognize and applaud each branch of our military.
Thank you to all of our Veterans here in Old Saybrook and beyond.
Boo!
It was a very fun day at OSMS today. The teachers joined in the festivities. Please remind all trick-or-treaters to be safe tonight.
-Krista
Old Saybrook High School was honored to host the Shoreline Conference Soccer Championships last evening. Our girls' team played the #1 Seed Morgan Huskies, and the boys’ team also played the #1 Seeded East Hampton Bell Ringers. Both teams fell short of winning a Shoreline Championship but played hard until the end. The postseason will continue with two CIAC State Tournament games on Friday at home. Girls Soccer vs Lauralton Hall at 2:00 pm. Boys Soccer vs Immaculate at 4:00 pm. There is no charge for either game. Go Rams!
The Connecticut Technology and Engineering Education Association (CTEEA) officially announced that Nick Sagnella has been selected as the September CTEEA teacher of the month! Nick has been selected for his hard work and effort within his teaching practice!
Way to go, Mr. Sagnella!
Go Rams!
Yesturday, the grade 8 leadership group attended a trip to the state capital building. Representative Devin Carney was kind enough to provide the students with a tour of the state senate and house chambers. Students asked high level questions about the workings of state government. After, students were able to see the state supreme court.
CT Grown for CT Kids Week - Here is some of the delicious CT Grown food our students will be enjoying. We regularly purchase locally grown items for our meal programs.
