Stuff You Need to Know
Happy Monday Spartans. What if I told you that one of America’s greatest spies and freedom riders was also the first Black woman to lead a combat regiment during the Civil War? That person’s name is Araminta Ross, but most know her by her later name, Harriet Tubman. During times of enslavement in America, Harriet Tubman was a conductor on the Underground Railroad, a secret system of codes and networks that allowed enslaved people to escape their oppression and relocate in northern states and Canada where enslavement was illegal. Not one of the people that Harriet Tubman led through the Underground Railroad were ever captured, as she would often say, “I never lost a passenger!” Later, she would help serve the Union Army as a nurse and spy, and even led soldiers on the Combahee Ferry Raid, which rescued 700 enslaved people. For her efforts, Tubman posthumously received the rank of brigadier general. This has been your Black History fact for Feb 10, 2025. Remember, Black History is American History!
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!
Attention students and staff! The Varsity Dance Team is hosting our 2nd annual showcase on February 15th, 7pm, in the PAC!! If you are interested in seeing an awesome show with your friends and family on Valentine’s Day weekend, come on out to support your dance team!!
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. TODAY is the deadline 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.
SENIORS needing SERVICE HOURS: If you’re a senior in need of service-learning hours and you received an A in a class where you can tutor other students, consider being a Peer Tutor during Spartan+ or after school. Email [email protected] if interested or stop in the Student Services office to find out more about this opportunity.