Osceola Magnet School

Here are our latest weekly Explorer Updates!

🦃Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Break! The next Explorer Update will be November 30th. 🍁

Calling all community members and STEM enthusiasts!
We’re looking for volunteers to serve as Science Fair Judges. Help support our young scientists as they showcase their creativity and innovation.
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Thanksgiving lunch at Osceola Magnet was engineered into a delightful event, where 414 participants and volunteers assembled for a feast celebrating gratitude and community spirit! The school transformed into a dynamic hub of activity, buzzing like a well-oiled machine, as everyone gathered around tables stacked with mouthwatering Thanksgiving treats. The air was thick with the aroma of roasted turkey and freshly baked pies, creating a welcoming atmosphere akin to a perfectly calibrated circuit. Volunteers, sporting their festive aprons, distributed meals with radiant smiles, embodying the essence of generosity and hospitality. This feast wasn't just about satisfying hunger; it was a meticulously crafted blend of community and connection, constructing cherished memories for all who participated!

Florida State Teacher of the Year, Mark Harrison, visited our amazing campus and was able to experience what makes our school so incredible! What a wonderful opportunity to meet such an amazing educator!#MyOMSK8 #PowerUp

🎉We are so proud of our Students of the Month who displayed respect!🎉 #MyOMSK8 #PowerUp

Our Meta Blazers Robotics Club in action at Saturday's Sphero Kick-Off! Collaboration and fun in action! #MyOMSK8 #PowerUp

Here are this week's Explorer Updates!

A big shoutout to MIDFLORIDA Credit Union for their “Gift of Reading” program, tailor-made for our delightful Kindergarten kiddos! This awesome initiative sets out to spark a reading frenzy by handing every little bookworm their very own book. Today, a special reader from MIDFLORIDA enchanted our students with the tale of Parker’s Place. Reading is a superstar in childhood development, and MIDFLORIDA Credit Union is on a mission to boost literacy and imagination among our young learners. This program not only gifts kids a book to treasure but also encourages fun family reading time. Here's to raising the next generation of book lovers! 📖❤️ #GiftOfReading #MIDFLORIDACreditUnion #KindergartenReaders #FamilyFun

🌟 Exciting Updates from Our 2nd Grade Classes! 🌟
We are thrilled to announce that our 2nd Grade Greek Agora Culminating Activity was a resounding success! Our young learners stepped into the roles of ancient Greek merchants and philosophers, bringing history to life through their creativity and enthusiasm.
During library classes, students used Adobe Express to animate a character to share their knowledge of Greek myths. This innovative approach allowed them to engage with the material in a fun and interactive way.
Our students dedicated themselves to preparing for this event, showcasing their projects, crafts, and presentations inspired by ancient Greece. It was a fantastic opportunity for them to share their knowledge while we came together to celebrate their hard work.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported and encouraged our budding historians. Your curiosity and adventurous spirit truly made the event memorable!

Osceola Families! Are you looking for an after school science club for your 1st-6th grader? Check out Club Sci-Kidz, offered here at Osceola for our 1st-6th graders beginning in December.

The Great American Teach-In is underway! Thank you to these amazing engineers at Piper and our heroes at the Indian River Fire Department for sharing your knowledge and inspiring our Osceola Engineers today! Stay tuned for more guest visitors! #MyOMSK8 #PowerUp

Thank you to our Veteran's for your service! Over the past week, we have been honored to learn about your contributions to our country! #MyOMSK8 #PowerUp

Our Girls on the Run ran their practice 5k yesterday afternoon while our Moonshot Students, staff and families cheered them on. What an incredible experience! #MyOMSK8 #PowerUp

As part of their study of Ancient Egypt 1st Grade took a VR Expedition to Egypt to experience different pyramids, the Nile River and temples located in and around the Valley of Kings today! #MyOMSK8 #PowerUp

A group of second-grade adventurers is diving into "The Chocolate Touch" with a splash of drama, acting out vocabulary words and predicting plot twists. They're using their R.A.C.E. Writing Superpowers to tackle questions like pros, and even tasted orange marmalade just like John! Sadly, their marmalade stayed marmalade—no chocolate magic here!

🚀 Ms. Marini’s 4th grade students are on a mission to Mars! They’re enhancing their Rovers with a one-way curtain designed to collect and contain ice crystals. Using coding, students had four chances to perfect their motor-powered design — teamwork, problem-solving, and innovation at its best! #MYOMSK8

There were plenty of treats but no tricks, just learning for our amazing Osceola Teachers on Halloween!🎃 We worked on perfecting our 3 C's and meeting the needs of all learners to Power ALL Students Growth! #PowerUp #MyOMSK8

Join us, November 13th @ 5:15pm, to learn how innovation is shaping the future of our schools, together!

Your input and partnership are essential as we work together to build on our district’s tradition of excellence and innovation.