District News
![OSSD Ranked #1 in Mississippi by MDE]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695917291/ossdmsorg/qtgvmcyethuqa1iu2lt9/OSSDNumber1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695917291/ossdmsorg/qtgvmcyethuqa1iu2lt9/OSSDNumber1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1695917291/ossdmsorg/qtgvmcyethuqa1iu2lt9/OSSDNumber1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1695917291/ossdmsorg/qtgvmcyethuqa1iu2lt9/OSSDNumber1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1695917291/ossdmsorg/qtgvmcyethuqa1iu2lt9/OSSDNumber1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1695917291/ossdmsorg/qtgvmcyethuqa1iu2lt9/OSSDNumber1.jpg","width":2200}])
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In order to ensure a safe and orderly environment for all of our student-athletes, coaches, and spectators, OSSD wants to remind you of the following guidelines for conduct at athletic events.
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2023-2024 OSSD Meet the Teacher dates and times.
![Photo of Keith Carter]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1673479090/ossdmsorg/iumuniwz77rjoifvblyf/CarterKeith.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1673479090/ossdmsorg/iumuniwz77rjoifvblyf/CarterKeith.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1673479090/ossdmsorg/iumuniwz77rjoifvblyf/CarterKeith.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1673479090/ossdmsorg/iumuniwz77rjoifvblyf/CarterKeith.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1673479090/ossdmsorg/iumuniwz77rjoifvblyf/CarterKeith.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1673479090/ossdmsorg/iumuniwz77rjoifvblyf/CarterKeith.jpg","width":2200}])
Longtime Assistant Football Coach current Interim Athletic Director, Keith Carter, was named OSSD's new full-time AD on Tuesday night.
The OSSD BOT voted on Tuesday to name Pass Christian's Michael Lindsey as the next Superintendent of Ocean Springs School District.
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Read a refresh of OSSD's communication process during an emergency.
Congratulations to Shad Hall for being named OSSD's Student of the Month for April!
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Magnolia Park's Katie Scully has been named to the Principal Corps.
![Graphic that says returning student registration is now open.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1680460993/ossdmsorg/fo6lxn438ntkhbage3je/ReturningStudentRegistrationNOWOPEN.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1680460993/ossdmsorg/fo6lxn438ntkhbage3je/ReturningStudentRegistrationNOWOPEN.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1680460993/ossdmsorg/fo6lxn438ntkhbage3je/ReturningStudentRegistrationNOWOPEN.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1680460993/ossdmsorg/fo6lxn438ntkhbage3je/ReturningStudentRegistrationNOWOPEN.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1680460993/ossdmsorg/fo6lxn438ntkhbage3je/ReturningStudentRegistrationNOWOPEN.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1680460993/ossdmsorg/fo6lxn438ntkhbage3je/ReturningStudentRegistrationNOWOPEN.jpg","width":2200}])
![2023-2024 registration dates graphic]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1679919985/ossdmsorg/vhiqcme256qa5wwcam2u/SY24RegistrationDates.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1679919985/ossdmsorg/vhiqcme256qa5wwcam2u/SY24RegistrationDates.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1679919985/ossdmsorg/vhiqcme256qa5wwcam2u/SY24RegistrationDates.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1679919985/ossdmsorg/vhiqcme256qa5wwcam2u/SY24RegistrationDates.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1679919985/ossdmsorg/vhiqcme256qa5wwcam2u/SY24RegistrationDates.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1679919985/ossdmsorg/vhiqcme256qa5wwcam2u/SY24RegistrationDates.jpg","width":2200}])
Registration for the 2023-2024 school year is just around the corner! Be sure to visit our enrollment page to see how you can prepare now!
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![Dr. Jennifer Pope Named OSSD Interim Superintendent]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1661379421/ossdmsorg/bkji92w9rhqjmgpzr0m8/PopeJennifer2022.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1661379421/ossdmsorg/bkji92w9rhqjmgpzr0m8/PopeJennifer2022.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1661379421/ossdmsorg/bkji92w9rhqjmgpzr0m8/PopeJennifer2022.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1661379421/ossdmsorg/bkji92w9rhqjmgpzr0m8/PopeJennifer2022.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1661379421/ossdmsorg/bkji92w9rhqjmgpzr0m8/PopeJennifer2022.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1661379421/ossdmsorg/bkji92w9rhqjmgpzr0m8/PopeJennifer2022.jpg","width":2200}])
The OSSD Board of Trustees met for a special called board meeting on Friday to approve the recommendation of Dr. Jennifer Pope, current Oak Park Principal, as OSSD’s Interim Superintendent, effective Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023.
![Molly Pittman Named OSUE Assistant Principal]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1661792022/ossdmsorg/uvrujxvjzooahmo773xe/PittmanMolly2022.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1661792022/ossdmsorg/uvrujxvjzooahmo773xe/PittmanMolly2022.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1661792022/ossdmsorg/uvrujxvjzooahmo773xe/PittmanMolly2022.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1661792022/ossdmsorg/uvrujxvjzooahmo773xe/PittmanMolly2022.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1661792022/ossdmsorg/uvrujxvjzooahmo773xe/PittmanMolly2022.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1661792022/ossdmsorg/uvrujxvjzooahmo773xe/PittmanMolly2022.jpg","width":2200}])
OSUE hires Elementary Curriculum Coordinator, Molly Pittman, as Assistant Principal.
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Mr. Ron Chambers sworn as OSSD Board of Trustee on March 14th, 2023.
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OSSD would like to recognize all of our wonderful faculty and staff members who were nominated for the Shining Star Award by their peers. Their contributions to providing an exemplary learning environment for our students and staff are greatly appreciated!
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OSSD is excited to recognize Mrs. Kellie Morano as our Shining Star Staff Member for the 3rd nine weeks!
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OSUE's Savannah MacInnis has been named OSSD's Shining Star Teacher for the third nine weeks.
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OSHS Theatre traveled to the Southeast Theatre Conference and finished 3rd overall.
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Local and state leaders will spend a day shadowing OSSD school leaders to learn more about the day-to-day operations of local public schools.
OSSD is adjusting bell schedules and bus routes for the 2022-2023 school year (SY23).