District News
Please read the following update letter from our Superintendent
Visit the Wall of Honor website page to see the recipients throughout the years of awards in the following categories:
- All-State (Athletics and Academics)
- Soaring Cardinals
- Board Members (12 or more years of service)
- Community Contributors
- Memorable Mentors
If you'd like to nominate someone for one of the categories, visit the page for the online form, or use the link below to print out the nomination form.
Anti-Harrassment Compliance Officers
Jim Nielsen, Superintendent
35 S. Sheridan
Muskegon, MI 49442
231-760-1310
Kim Bidwell, Director of Business & Personnel
35 S. Sheridan
Muskegon, MI 49442
231-760-1304
Rhonda Galarneau, Human Resource Coordinator
35 S. Sheridan
Muskegon, MI 49442
231-760-1309
Click on the link below to be directed to the Hackley Community Care Appointment and Referral form.
District Calendar
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Upcoming District Events
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Regular Board Meeting 6:30 PM to 7:30 PMRegular Board MeetingDate: May 17Time: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PMCalendar: Orchard View District Calendar
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Schools of Choice-
Become a Cardinal Today!
Orchard View is accepting Schools of Choice Applications May 1 through May 30, 2021. No applications will be considered after that date. To learn more about Orchard View's guidelines, click here to be directed to that page. The pdf link shown below is helpful information from the MAISD regarding the Schools of Choice program. The link to the online application will be appear below while available between May 1-30, 2021.
THE MUSKEGON PROMISE IS HERE:
2 YEARS OF COLLEGE – FREE !!!
The Muskegon Area Promise is a commitment to the young people of our community--that if they work hard they will be able to earn at least a two-year college degree tuition free. Read Superintendent Jim Nielsen's letter to parents to learn more about this awesome opportunity!! 
Promise letter to Parents.
Upcoming Driver’s Education Segment 1
The Segment 1 Drivers Ed Class from June 7-June 24, 2021 IS FULL.
However, there is a Segment 1 class also scheduled from July 12-July 29, 2021. This session is 3 weeks long. The class time runs from 8am-10am on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Drive times will be scheduled in addition to class time.
There will also be a 6 week segment 1 Drivers Ed class from Sept. 7-Oct. 14, 2021 after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-5:30pm.
The class is held at Orchard View Community Education on 1765 Ada Avenue. You must be 14 years 8 months by the first class session. Cost is $350. If you are interested, stop by our OV Community Ed office (1765 Ada Ave) to pick up a registration form. The form is also available at the OV High School front office or using the link below. The form, birth certificate and payment must be returned to the OV Community Ed office on 1765 Ada Avenue. If you have any questions, please call 760-1350.
Classes DO fill up (limit of 24) so if you are interested please sign up soon.
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Spotlights
Notice of Change - Committee of the Whole Board Meeting - May 10, 2021
Please review the attached Notice of Change regarding the upcoming Committee of the Whole Board Meeting on Monday, May 10, 2021. This meeting will be held both in-person and virtually, so the link to the meeting is found below the Notice of Change. If you wish to participate in the public comment portion of the meeting, please complete this form before 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 10, 2021.
Notice of Change - Committee of the Whole Board Mtg - Monday May 10, 2021 6:30pm
Notice of Change - Regular Board Meeting - May 17, 2021
Please review the attached Notice of Change regarding the upcoming Regular Board Meeting on Monday, May 17, 2021. This meeting will be held both in-person and virtually, so the link to the meeting is found below the Notice of Change. If you wish to participate in the public comment portion of the meeting, please complete this form before 5:00 p.m. on Monday, May 17, 2021.
Notice of Change - Regular Board Mtg - Monday May 17, 2021 6:30pm
Notice of DATE Change - August 2021 Committee of the Whole Board Meeting
Due to a scheduling conflict, the August Committee of the Whole Board Meeting will be held on August 2, 2021 at 6:30pm. Please review the Notice of Change shown below and mark your calendar for this new date.
Notice of Change - Committee of the Whole Board Mtg - Monday, August 2, 2021
MAISD Offers Updated Information for Parents and Staff regarding COVID-19
We are working on getting the word out to our community members about when to keep kids home from school, what testing in our schools looks like, how to get information on vaccines, and how to sign up to receive one. Click on the links in each of these items to view two informational videos and also link to Mask Up Muskegon.
1. See actual COVID-19 rapid testing done in local schools: 
COVID-19 Rapid Testing. As more tests become available, more schools will offer them to students (with parent consent) and staff!
2. When do you need to keep your kids home from school? Doctors from Shoreline Pediatrics explain: When to Keep Kids Home
3. Wondering where to get info on COVID-19 vaccines and how to sign up? Go to: 
Mask Up Muskegon
Orchard View Home Learning Plans
Click here to go to the web page to access all the Home Learning Plans for K-12.
2020-2021 OV District Calendar
Please note that the first day of school is Tuesday, August 25th! Click on the image below to view/print the enlarged pdf version of the calendar.
Click on the image above to view a pdf of the Orchard View FOIA Procedures and Guidelines.