Back-to-School Information

Welcome to the Orange Grove Middle School Parent Information Hub! As we prepare for another exciting school year, this page includes everything you need to help your Panther start strong—from back-to-school timelines and required forms to helpful resources and student guides. Be sure to read through the summer letter and review the important documents and links below. Whether you're new to OGMS or returning for another great year, we're glad you're part of the Panther community!
Back-to-School Information
Our summer letter, with details about back-to-school timeline, events, and to-dos.
Our general list – teachers will share any additional requirements in the first week of school.
Before School Starts:
Review These with your Panther...
- Student Handbook (PDF)
- Dress Code (PDF)
- Attendance Pledge (PDF)
- CFSD Use of Technology Resources in Instruction Policy
- CFSD Student Discipline Policy
- CFSD Student Violence/Harassment/Intimidation/Bullying Policy
...and Sign Online:
For Your Reference:
Registration
Medical
Please send to our Nurse, Leslie Nicholson, if applicable.
- At-School Medication Administration Consent Form (PDF)
- Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Emergency Care Plan (PDF)
- Permission to Carry Rescue Inhaler on Campus (PDF)
- Permission to Carry Epi-Pen or AUVI-Q on Campus (PDF)
- Asthma Action Plan (PDF)
- Diabetes Action Plan (PDF)Seizure Action Plan (PDF)
Human Growth and Development Overviews (for your reference)
- Human Growth and Development 6th (PDF)
- Human Growth and Development 7th (PDF)
- Human Growth and Development 8th (PDF)
Gifted Services for New Students
- CFSD Gifted Education Programming Framework
- 6th-Grade Gifted Services Individual Profile
- 7th-Grade Gifted Services Individual Profile
- 8th-Grade Gifted Services Individual Profile
- Request CogAT Testing for Gifted Placement (and other accelerated placements)
Other Resources
- Student Calendar (PDF)
- CFSD Lunch Program Flyer (PDF)
- Learn how to Navigate CFSD Tech Resources
- Gifted Services for New Students
- Help for Students Who Are Homeless
- OGMS Counseling Department