Word of the Week
HARROWING
har·row·ing (hăr′ō-ĭng)
PART OF SPEECH/DEFINITION:
ADJ.: 1. Extremely distressing; agonizing
SENTENCE: It was a harrowing experience for her when she opened up a schoolbook for the first time in months.
Stuff You Need to Know
Ventra cards can be renewed for the 2024-25 school year and new Ventra cards can be purchased for $2.00 in the Business Office, Room 123. If you’ve already purchased a card online from the OLCHS Webstore, 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 renew or purchase a card.
Students that need a locker, school issued lock or any other locker related issues, email [email protected]. See your email for further details.
Did you lose something? Email [email protected] with a description of the item for assistance.
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.
The iTeam Genius Bar is open from 7:45 am - 3:00 pm. Students can come to the Media Center for support.
Club/Team News
Black Student Union - Are you looking to make new friends? Are you looking to be around people who share similar experiences as you? Are you looking to have lots of fun while immersing in Black American Culture? Then join BSU! Any students interested in joining the Black Student Union please see Ms. Hughes in Room 367 after school or email her at [email protected]. Meetings are held every Thursday from 3pm to 4pm.
Creative Writing Club - Hey all you creative writers! Are you interested in writing poetry, short stories, and being published in an annual magazine? Creative Writing Club will meet for the first time this year TOMORROW at 3pm in the 117, the college and career center. See you there!
Fall Musical - Let’s get FABULOUS! Auditions for the fall musical Sister Act will be Wednesday August 21st for Freshmen and Sophomores, and Thursday August 22nd for Juniors and Seniors at 3:30pm after school in the Performing Arts Center. If you can’t come to your grade level day, THAT’S OK! Come either audition day. Friday August 23rd will be the call backs. All are welcome to audition for the show. Don’t have any musical experience? That’s fine! You will learn and be a part of our award-winning team and get the opportunity to perform alongside other new members and returning members. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Elliott [email protected], or stop by room 104, the choir room, for more details! We hope you get The Calling to join us on stage this fall! See you at auditions!
Fall Theater - Join us TODAY from 3:15-4:00 pm in the PAC for the OLTPs Fall Theater Informative Meeting. You will get the opportunity to learn about the theater season, including the fall musical, speech, and crew! Come with questions and leave with the inspiration to join us on-stage or backstage! Everyone is welcome!
Immediately after the info meeting will be a workshop for our fall musical, Sister Act! Want to audition but don’t know what to do? This is the perfect opportunity to learn all the audition materials, learn about the audition process, ask questions to the theater officers from a student’s perspective, and ask questions to the director! We want YOU to be successful and confident coming to auditions! If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Elliott [email protected] or stop by room 104 for more details.
FSCAB - Are you a Freshman or Sophomore looking for ways to get involved this school year but not sure what club is right for you? Join FSCAB! The Freshman/Sophomore Class Advisory Board, also known as FSCAB, allows students with similar interests a chance to gather and plan leadership opportunities, volunteer for service learning, and attend school events. Our first meeting will be on Wednesday, August 21st at 3:00pm in room 117.
International Club- International Club is meeting tomorrow Tuesday, August 20th at 3:05 in room 357 and we want you to join us. We learn about and celebrate different cultures. Bring a friend and help us plan fun activities for this year. See you there!
Mathletes - The Mathletes team will be kicking off the season this Wednesday after school in room 209. New members welcome!
OLAS - Are you passionate about Latin American culture? OLAS (Organization of Latin American Students in Solidarity) is the perfect club for you! OLAS is a group of Hispanic students who gather to celebrate their culture and traditions and connect with others who share your interests. Whether you want to dance to the rhythm of salsa, savor authentic cuisine, or discuss important social issues, OLAS offers it all. Our first meeting is Thursday, August 22nd - come and join Latino students like you!
STUDENT COUNCIL – If you are interested in promoting school spirit, being a student leader and participating in community service, then Student Council might be the club for you. Interested students should attend our meetings on Mondays after school in the Media Center. Our first meeting is TODAY at 3:05pm. Please bring your ID to scan in for participation.
Student Services News
Did you volunteer and earn service hours over the summer? Don’t forget that the deadline to turn in summer service hours is next Friday, August 30th.
Athletic News
Baseball - There will be a short informational meeting after school on Thursday, August 22nd to discuss off-season workouts. All students interested in baseball and NOT participating in a fall sport should attend this meeting. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Gerny in Room 27.