Zoom-a-thon 2011 - Highlights

Since we can't just wholesale put kids pics and vids on the Internet, we give you this video of highlights featuring many backs, backs of heads, and colorful socks and shoes running by...all set to a kicking beat.

Thriller - Z and Friends

Can't Touch This - Z and the OM Eagle

We sure had some fun today during our three runnings of the third annual OMIS Zoom-a-thon. We had some dancing fools! Watch our fearless mascot Z and the OM Eagle dance to MC Hammer's Can't Touch This!

Z and the Cheese Puffs

Dick's Sporting Goods - Proud Sponsor of Zoom-a-thon 2011

The Melting Pot: Proud Sponsor of Zoom-a-thon 2011

Oh, that Z! Even when Z tries a little fine dining, Z does it in a unique way. Watch Z enjoy lunch at The Melting Pot!

LiveFIT: Proud Sponsor of Zoom-a-thon 2011

Watch what happens when Z stops by LiveFIT for a little one-on-one personal training.

Oak Mtn Youth Football & Cheerleading: Proud Sponsor of Zoom-a-thon 2011

Z is such a big fan of Oak Mtn. Football. Watch what happens when Z spends a day at the Oak Mtn. Youth Football and Cheerleading field.

Coming Soon - It's Zoom-a-thon Idol!

Find out who will be crowned our Zoom-a-thon mascot in the next exciting episode of Zoom-a-thon Idol.  Coming soon to an OMIS projector screen near you!

Z! True Hollywood Story Video

In this edition of True Hollywood Story, we focus on Z, the mysterious mascot of the OMIS Zoom-a-thon fundraiser. Is Z just a lovable scamp or does that rainbow wig hid something more sinister? Tune in to find out more.

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New Video - Z! True Hollywood Story - Coming Soon!

Our next new video, Z! True Hollywood Story is coming soon.  Find out if our lovable, mysterious mascot has anything to hide, as we interview those closest to the reclusive Zoom-a-thon mascot.

An Extended Interview with Z

Did you enjoy Morning Cup 'o Meatballs' "An Interview with Z"? Well, here's your chance to see all the footage that didn't make it into the short version we played at the school. Here it is in all it's glory.

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Morning Cup 'o Meatballs - An Interview with Z video

Find out more about effort and about our mysterious mascot, Z, as Rachel Ivey, host of Morning Cup 'o Meatballs conducts her interview.

Character trait: EFFORT - the use of physical or mental energy to do something.

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"Healthy Eating with Granny Smith" Video

Whether you're training for the Zoom-a-thon or just wanting to stay healthy, it's important to eat the right foods.  Rachel Ivey went to the OMIS cafeteria to speak with Granny Smith about what is okay to eat and what is not okay to eat.

Character Trait:  Focus- to direct one's energy or attention.
This video focuses on healthy eating and proper nutrition.

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Zoom-Wow! Short and Long Form Video

Here's the shorter version of the Zoom-Wow! video seen at OMIS today.  Find out all about what prizes there are just waiting to be earned through the Zoom-a-thon!
Character trait:  Confidence - full trust, believing in the powers, trustworthiness, or reliability of a person or a thing.We have confidence that our students can get a lot of pledges as part of the Zoom-a-thon.
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You can access the long form of the video directly by CLICKING HERE.

iCarlee Video

The crew from iCarlee packed up their stuff and travelled from Seattle to Birmingham, so they could find out more about the Zoom-a-thon and its mysterious mascot, Z, after receiving a viewer video from Cara. Hijinx ensue as Carlee, Samm, and Freddie film their show around OMIS, trying to score an interview with Z and get the latest scoop on the Zoom-a-thon from Mrs. Miller.


Character trait: Responsibility - being accountable for one's actions.
This video is responsible for explaining what it takes to train for and run 5Ks, as well as what benefits come from running and exercise.

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Pep Rally "Spirit Stick" Video

Here's the original video we played at today's Zoom-a-thon Kick-Off Pep Rally! An updated version, featuring our surprise runners at the Pep Rally, will be put together and go online shortly.

Having trouble with the video above? - CLICK HERE FOR SPIRIT STICK VIDEO.

What in the World Do We Have Planned for the Pep Rally?

Hmm...the teachers and staff of OMIS have a very special TOP SECRET surprise up their sleeves for the Zoom-a-thon Kick-Off Pep Rally on Thursday, September 16th.  What exactly IS that surprise?  I guess you'll have to join us on Thursday to find out!  (Click photo for larger view!)

It Slices! It Dices! It Makes Tasty Snacks! It's Zoom-Wow!

SHE'S YELLING REALLY LOUD, BUT SHE DOESN'T KNOW WHY!!!

What sort of prizes can you win by raising money with Zoom-a-thon?  Find out at the Pep Rally on Thursday, September 16th and again in this Zoom-Wow! video on Friday at school

It's Z and Granny Smith!

It looks like Z and Granny Smith, the lunch lady, have been hanging out in the OMIS cafeteria.  Z is learning all about healthy eating habits from Granny Smith.  I wonder what they have cooked up for us in their Zoom-a-thon video!