OGMS News

Top Algebra Scores in the State

Sandra Barner and Jenny Doleac

Oak Grove Middle School has the distinction this year of having the highest Algebra I scores in the entire state of Mississippi.  Students in the eighth grade took part in the Subject Area Testing Program on April, 27th, 2007.  Previously, OGMS had held the second place title for the last two years.  This year, however, Sandra Barners' and Jenny Doleacs' students took the top position for Algebra I out of all high schools and middle schools in the state of Mississippi.  Out of 54 students taking the test at OGMS, eight students had perfect scores.  Overall, the majority of students in Ms. Barners' and Ms. Doleac's classes only missed one problem.

Both teachers say that hard work, a positive attitude, and a motivated student will provide outstanding results every time.