WORD OF THE WEEK:
AGAPE
a·gape (ə-gāp′, ə-găp′)
PART OF SPEECH/DEFINITION:
ADJ.: 1. In a state of wonder or amazement, as with the mouth wide open.
SENTENCE: She was no lollygagger, and so, she was agape with voluble brio when she read about all the syzygy happening in this bon vivant world.
Stuff You Need to Know
Wellness Week is this week. Improve your wellness routine, get some stress relief, and win a prize! Tomorrow wear exercise gear to school and maybe walk or bike to school! Wednesday sleep well and wear pajamas. Thursday - show kindness wearing shirts with positive messages and Friday wear green for eating healthy! Post a photo of your wellness activity or outfit using the hashtag #olchswellness to be entered into the contest and win a prize. And check out the special Wellness Spartan Plus sections all week. See your email for more details.
The Spartan Survivor Scholarship is open to any senior who has been affected by cancer themselves or through a loved one. Recipients must have at least a 2.0 GPA and plan to attend post-secondary schooling at either a 4-year college, community college, or career/trade school. Please apply by May 1, 2024 using this link: https://forms.gle/WRJvMUrNErfT38RPA If you have any questions, see Mrs. Meierkort or Mrs. Maslowski in Student Services.
In advance of Fridays pep assembly, we will be selling the OL Fire Buddies shirts during all lunches Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. The shirts are $15 and are incredibly soft. Cash, check and Venmo accepted. Project Fire Buddies provides support to Oak Lawn families who have a critically ill child. For more information about what they do visit https://www.projectfirebuddies.org/
Post-Prom Lake Michigan Cruise Tickets. Post-Prom Lake Michigan Cruise tickets are available on the webstore. The Lake Michigan Cruise is a special event that offers students an exciting post-prom experience. Students are picked up at the prom site, taken to Navy Pier, board the cruise ship, and enjoy the ambiance of Chicago's lakefront. The cruise includes a DJ, dance floor, unlimited drinks, and a midnight buffet. After the cruise, students are transported to OLCHS. The annual event is sponsored by SADD (Student Against Destructive Decisions). The cost of the post-prom cruise is $35.
Juniors and Seniors… it is time to celebrate! Prom is Friday, May 3rd at The Odyssey in Tinley Park from 7-11pm. This year’s theme is “All The Stars”. Tickets are $85 per person. They are being sold online through the Webstore until April 23rd. No tickets will be sold at the door.
OLCHS students and guests must show a valid ID, and their e-mailed ticket receipt, to enter the dance. Guest forms are available in both the Dean’s and Main offices as well as on the school website. Completed guest forms must be returned to the Deans’ office no later than April 23rd. Guest tickets can then be purchased online from April 25th-29th.
More information about ticket purchasing and guest requirements can be found in your Prom email, or on the school website. Please read this information carefully.
Please help the Social Action Club and Spartan Sisterhood celebrate Women’s History Month and Arab American Heritage Month by collecting & donating hygiene products for women! All proceeds will benefit the Arab American Family Services Center. Please bring donations to Mrs. Kuchyt’s room (room 374).
Breakfast items are now available in the Spartan Lobby from 8:00am-8:25am and from 8:50am – 9:15am on Wednesdays. The price of the complete breakfast meal will either be Free, Reduced ($.30) or Paid ($3.50). A complete breakfast meal includes one entree and a minimum of one, up to two sides (unless otherwise marked). In addition to the complete meal, a la carte items such as breakfast bars, granola bars, etc. will also be available for purchase. Be ready to show your ID and please eat your breakfast BEFORE the start of your first period. Keep an eye out for the breakfast cart in the Spartan Lobby!
Students that need a locker, school issued lock or any other locker related issues, email [email protected]. See your email for further details.
Ventra Cards are now available for sale in the Business Office, Room 123. Cost is $2.00. If you’ve already purchased a card online, please pick it up in the Business Office. Business Office hours are 7:30am – 3:30pm. Plan accordingly! You will not be excused from class to pick up/purchase a card.
Tech Help - If you’re having trouble logging into your classes or having any other tech issues, please email [email protected] for tech assistance. If possible, include a screenshot of your issue.
Student Services News
Representatives from Northern Michigan University and Lincoln Tech will be visiting on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. Interested students should sign up in Naviance.
Athletic News
Scholarship Opportunity for all Senior Athletes: The OLCHS Athletic Booster Club is excited to offer their annual Joe Pajac Scholarships. Each year, the Booster Club provides three (3) $1000 scholarships to senior athletes who will be continuing their education after graduation. Athletes must also have a family member that is a registered Booster Club member by April 5th. To submit an application, please visit the Athletic Office for a paper application, or use the following link to apply online (Application Link). Applications are due by 3:30pm on Monday, April 29th.
Cheer - Interested in the 2024 Fall Cheer Season? Come to our open gym in gym 101 TOMORROW from 4pm to 6pm and Saturday May 4th from 12pm to 2pm. Tumble, stunt, jumps, sideline cheers and more will be our focus to get ready for tryouts held in May. If you have any questions, contact Coach Vanderwarren in Room 123.