Stuff You Need to Know
Good Friday morning, and happy Valentine’s Day Spartans. This past November, we witnessed for just the second time in United States history, a Black woman representing a major political party, ran for the Presidency of the United States. Kamala Devi Harris became the first Black woman to serve as the vice president of America, after being only the second Black woman senator in the history of the country. But do you know who was the first Black woman to run for president representing a major political party? Her name was Shirley Chisolm. Not only did she run for president, but she was the very first Black woman to be elected to congress, winning her election in 1968. Representing districts in the state of New York, Chisholm would serve seven terms in the United States House of Representatives. Her fight for equal rights and her signature style would pave the way for future women of color serving in Congress, including Ayanna Pressley, Barbara Jordan, and a number of others. This has been your Black History fact for Feb 14, 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 out to support your dance team!!
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
Gaming Club - Gaming Club will be hosting International Gaming on MONDAY February 24th during Spartan Plus. Come join us in the Media Center for games around the world like Lotería, Mario Kart, FIFA, Madden, Valorant, and more!
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].
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.
Athletic News
Badminton - If you are interested in playing badminton this upcoming season, come to our last open gym of the year next Tuesday February 18th in gym 10. Try outs will begin on Monday March 3rd. Please make sure you are registered and have a current physical before attending tryouts. If you have any questions, please contact Coach Hansen, Coach Shafer, or Coach Bielski.
Baseball - There will be an informational meeting for all students who are interested in baseball on Thursday, February 20th. The meeting will be in room 27 after school. It will only last 15 minutes, but it will have important information for registering for tryouts.
Girls’ Soccer - Girls’ soccer tryouts are quickly approaching, (March 3rd), please register for tryouts on the OLCHS Athletics website (https://schools.snap.app/OakLawnCommunityHS). There are also Open Gyms next Tuesday February 18th in Gym 10/101 from 5:15-6:45. For more information please join the All Girls Soccer remind; @4d8fa or email Coach Faro [email protected]
Softball - For those interested in playing Softball or becoming a student manager, there will be a short meeting after school Thursday, February 20th at 3:15 in room 241. Contact Coach Neubauer with any questions.