Stuff You Need to Know
Good Thursday morning. By now, many have heard about the Montgomery Bus Boycott that was led by Dr. Martin Luther King. It was started because of a Black woman who refused to give up her seat on a bus. But do you know who the first person to refuse to give up their seat on a bus was? If you guessed Rosa Parks, you would be incorrect! Nine months before Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat, a young woman by the name of Claudette Colvin refused to give up her seat to a white passenger. Colvin, who was only 15 years old at the time, was returning home from school when she was asked to get up from her seat. Montgomery segregation laws at the time dictated that Black passengers sit behind white passengers on public transportation, and bus drivers routinely moved Black passengers to make room for white passengers. Colvin, refusing to move, cited that she paid her fare and staying seated was her constitutional right. She was then forcibly removed from the bus by two police officers, handcuffed and arrested, and booked in a local adult jail. This has been your Black History fact for Feb 7, 2025. Remember, Black History is American History!
The Varsity Scholastic Bowl team had a nice showing at the SSC meet at Reavis. The team was able to beat Tinley Park in a highly competitive game. For the night, the team was led by Shawn Perry with seven tossup points. Allie Gabriel, Kailey Dykema, Joseph O’Learhy, and Belal Moutaovakki each contributed two tossups a piece. The JV also had a nice night as well with a victory over Reavis. Sara Alorania led the scoring with three tossups. Yusr Elameer contributed two tossups. Evangelina Angulo, Cassidy Perry, and Briza Garcia each answered one tossup a piece.
Congrats to junior Justin Canvin for finishing in 34th place at the Boys Bowling IHSA State Finals this past weekend. Justin started Friday off a little slow with two games below average, and he was sitting in 117th place. He battled back in games 3-6 and made the cut for day 2. Saturday, he continued to climb up the leader board and had OL’s best state finisher since 2015. We are so proud of you Justin!
It was a tremendous season for the Boys Bowling Team, and we have much to celebrate. We have a young team and cannot wait to get back to O’Fallon for the State Finals next year. Thank you so much for all the support from families, friends, staff, and alumni throughout the season. The best is yet to come!
The annual JCAB Lock-In will be held on Saturday, February 22nd from 6-10 PM here at the school. We will be hosting open gyms, athletic tournaments, an open pool, video gaming, arts and crafts, movies, concessions, and more!
Tickets for this event will be sold ONLINE ONLY for $10 through the Webstore! The QR code to purchase a ticket can be found on the school website and on flyers posted throughout the building. Tickets will NOT be sold at the door. Only OLCHS students may attend. Please bring your ticket receipt and student ID with you.
The theme for this year's Lock-In is "Snow Way Out". All grade levels are invited, so bring your friends and we’ll see you there!
Valentine’s Day is on the way! Creative Writing Club is challenging all writers into “Springing with love” as we start the Spring semester. Submit your Valentine’s Day poems to Mrs. Madsen or Mrs. Razik by February 10th to be entered to win a prize!
Los boletos ya están en venta para el Baile de Corazón por solo $15 por persona en la página Web de la escuela! ¡Prepárate para la noche más vibrante del año!. ¡El 15 de febrero será una noche llena de música, diversión y los mejores ritmos latinos para que bailes hasta el cansancio con esa persona especial!
¿Piensas traer un amigo/a de otra escuela? Asegúrate recoger el formulario para invitados en la oficina principal, de los Deans o en aula 356. Se necesita entregar el 7 de febrero.
Tickets are now on sale for the Heart Dance for just $15 per person on the school website! Get ready for the most vibrant night of the year! February 15th will be a night filled with music, fun, and the best Latin rhythms to dance the night away with that special someone!
Thinking of bringing a friend from another school? Be sure to pick up the guest form from the main office, the Deans, or Room 356. It must be submitted by February 7th.
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.
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
MSA - MSA will be collecting food items for the first annual “Ramadan Food Drive” that will run through February 21st. Flour, sugar, semolina, vegetable oil, and cereal are some items appreciated as well as grocery store gift cards. Carts will be out in the media center hallway for collection. All proceeds will go to the Mosque Foundation Food Pantry.
Student Services News
Attention Juniors - Teachers are hosting special test prep sessions that are designed to prepare you for the ACT. The sessions will be every Monday and Friday and take place during Spartan Plus. Students can sign up for as many sessions as they need leading up to the Spring ACT test. For more information, email Dr. Coleman at [email protected].
Mr. DiFilippo will be running ACT reading strategy sessions during Spartan Plus on Tuesday February 11th and Thursday February 13th. Please sign up on Arena Scheduling under ACT Reading. Please see Mr. DiFilippo in 366 if you have any questions.