Oxford Middle School

📰OMS Newspaper & Yearbook staff took their passion for journalism beyond the classroom with an inspiring trip to Comerica Park! Students explored the ballpark and gained real-world insight into the world of media! What a great time! #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

💛OMS welcomed our incoming 6th graders with a warm introduction from our Student Council, followed by small group tours led by our WEB (Where Everyone Belongs) Leaders. The visit ended on a sweet note with delicious cookies from our amazing Food Service Department! 💙Welcome to Middle School Class of 2032!

Unfortunately, the tank scheduled to appear at tonight’s Military Appreciation Varsity Baseball Game will no longer be attending due to unforeseen conflicts. Also, a quick reminder that there is no school on Monday. We wish you all a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.

5th grade students from Lakeville Elementary visited OMS to do a test run of their Exhibition project. After the elementary students presented, OMS students were able to give them tips and tricks based on their experience with 5th grade exhibition! Thank you WEB Leaders for ensuring our students arrived the right classes! #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

Hello Parents & Guardians, We are thrilled to welcome your 5th grader as they join our middle school family next year! To help with the transition, we are partnering with the North Oakland Community Coalition to host a fun and supportive camp for incoming 6th graders. Please see the attached flyer for details. We’re also excited to offer middle school tours on May 28th and May 29th during the school day. And don’t forget to save the date for our special WEB Day on August 14th—we can’t wait to meet you all! Thank you, Kristie Saterstad, Principal Oxford Middle School 1420 E Lakeville Rd Oxford, MI 48371 (248) 969-1800 x 1801

Reminder! Our next Community Conversations will be tomorrow, Tuesday, May 13 at 6 PM at Oxford Elementary! This one has no set schedule or presentations — just an open, welcoming space to talk about whatever’s on your mind with board members and district administrators. Whether you have questions, ideas, or just want to listen in, we’d love to have you there. 💬 #WorldclassWildcats #OCSWildcats

🌟 A huge THANK YOU to all the incredible parents and businesses who have gone above and beyond to spoil our staff during Staff Appreciation Week! Your generosity and kindness mean the world to us. From the bottom of our hearts—thank you for making this week so special! 💙👏 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mr. Clark from OMS has been an amazing teacher for our son this year! He builds positive connections with his students and helps them reach their goals. Mr. Clark truly cares about his students. He makes learning fun, and motivates them to be their best! Mr. Clark creates a supportive learning environment where students feel appreciated and valued. Thank you Mr. Clark for all you do and for a fantastic year! -Kelly L. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Rowe at OMS is so friendly, positive and encouraging! My daughter loves having Mrs. Rowe as her P.E. teacher at OMS. She looks forward to her class every day, and she makes her feel so loved. I'm so grateful for all she does for Brooklyn and feel so fortunate that she has her as a teacher. Mrs. Rowe has been such an integral part of her first year at OMS! -Sarah H. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Deputy Barnes at OMS is so kind and great with Kathryn and her friends! She tells me that he is approachable, friendly, and helpful. I know he probably deals with some serious issues, but he manages to stay upbeat and fun with the students. I am so thankful for his presence at OMS to keep students safe, and that he is so accessible. Thank you, Deputy Barnes. -Marisa P. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mr. Ruch at OMS has been such a supportive teacher for our daughter this year! She always talks about how nice, fun, and hilarious he is, and she enjoys his humor! He has made her transition to OMS such a positive experience and we are so grateful for all he does! -Sarah H. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Brown from OMS was one of the most helpful teachers I have ever had in math. She was always available to answer my questions. She’s also really nice. -Jack C #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 OMS is incredibly fortunate to have Ms. Seawright as part of the OMS team. She is truly an invaluable asset—not just to the school, but to each and every student she supports. Her dedication goes far beyond the expected, and her compassion and commitment makes a lasting impact on all those that she interacts with. This past year, my son faced some difficult challenges, and Ms. Seawright was there every step of the way. She not only advocated for him with his teachers, but she also took the time to truly get to know him. She created a safe, welcoming space where he felt heard, supported, and understood. Her weekly check-ins have been a lifeline for him, helping him stay on track both academically and emotionally. As a parent, it’s incredibly reassuring to know that someone at school is looking out for your child. Ms. Seawright keeps me informed and reassured—she lets me know how he's doing and reminds me that she’s got him. Thank you, Ms. Seawright, for your kindness, your advocacy, and your unwavering support. OMS is better because of you! -Jamie S. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 I am so thankful for Mr. Berezney from OMS (and his orchestra program) for helping my girls navigate through the middle school years. He encourages and challenges the students to do their best, offering a multitude of opportunities, even outside of the typical school day (Festival, honors orchestra, fiddle club, string camp, trips, summer meet-ups, outside orchestras/camps, etc.). He has a great balance of pushing the students to show the young musicians their technical capability, but he makes sure "having fun" is still a top priority. He does not expect perfection, but demonstrates how a positive attitude, practice and hard work can pay off in the end. I am constantly amazed at the musical growth of the groups between each concert- and their personal growth because of the friendships fostered and life lessons learned in his class. Having a constant, positive, and inspiring role model throughout those middle school years is/has been a blessing for our family. I also thank him for taking on the additional responsibility of adding a high school class to his schedule this year. Over the last 8 years, our family has benefited from his guidance and teachings and I am so thankful we are part of the Oxford Orchestra family. Mr. Berezney is proof that orchestra is not just "a class"- it's a place of belonging, growing, and heart. -Stephanie M. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Jimmy reluctantly joined Cross Country at OMS this year and enjoyed it because of Mr. Cady’s warm demeanor and positive encouragement. We were also fortunate for our older son, Jack, to have him as a STEM teacher in seventh grade. -Danielle C. Mr. Cady from OMS has been a huge part of our son's growth and development this year! He builds positive connections with his students and helps them reach their goals. Mr. Cady truly cares about his students and athletes. He makes learning and school fun, and motivates them to be their best! My son looks forward to coming to his class and catching up on the latest sports news. We are so incredibly thankful for everything Mr. Cady has done for our son this year! -Kelly L. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Ms. Harahuc from OMS is an amazing human! She has been an amazing role model for my daughter and has helped grow her love for music. Thank you for all you do! -Katy H. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Tadavich from OMS is amazing! She is fun, reflective, and responsive. She has made a positive impact on both of our boys and we want to thank her for making middle school math a favorite class! As her colleague I also want to shout out her commitment to professional growth by volunteering time to collaborate on district committees. I have been fortunate to learn from her and see her passion for her students. It’s certainly no surprise she’s been a favorite in our house! -Danielle C. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 For the last 3 years, Ms. Rice from OMS has been such a huge part of Madyson's education. Ms. Rice is always there for Madyson when she needs her meds, socks, or ext...LOL. But she has been there for so much more. We will miss her very much. Thank you for 3 amazing years! -Tammie L. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mr. Banks from OMS is amazing! His ability to form relationships with the middle schoolers is the reason he’s such an important part of that school. My son, Jack looked forward to their conversations about fishing when he was in 6th grade and when I had to talk with him about another matter he was friendly and empathetic. Thank you Mr. Banks! -Danielle C. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 This is our first year having Mr. Tootalian from OMS as our daughter's math teacher, and from the very beginning, he stood out. Before the school year even began, he was already offering math support to students—something that immediately showed his commitment to their success. As the year progressed and our daughter began to struggle with certain concepts, Mr. Tootalian didn’t hesitate to step in. He kept open and consistent communication with both my husband and me, always keeping us informed and involved. More than that, he provided after-school tutoring and went the extra mile to help her grasp challenging material. His support made a meaningful difference in her confidence and progress. I also had the opportunity to observe Mr. Tootalian firsthand during the Washington, D.C. trip. Throughout the entire experience, he remained engaged, vigilant, and communicative. He showed an unwavering sense of responsibility, all while treating students and adults with respect and kindness. His professionalism, patience, and genuine care for his students were evident in every interaction. We are deeply grateful for the dedication Mr. Tootalian brings to his classroom—and beyond. He is a true example of what it means to be an outstanding educator. -Amanda M. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats