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At the first culture club event, students were able to participate in culture-building games.

O’Connor bounces back with culture club

November 8, 2022
The four national merit semifinalists were treated to a breakfast, celebrating their accomplishment.

OHS announces four National Merit scholars

November 2, 2022
Alison Paulos, junior, and Brooklyn Smith, junior, set up the display case for Hispanic Heritage Month.

Students honor Hispanic Heritage Month

October 29, 2022
Students in the Academy of Civic Engagement and Advanced Studies stop for a picture while on a tour of Princeton University.

The Academy takes on Philadelphia

September 22, 2022
Alexa Lewis, senior, serves the ball during a match against Boulder Creek.

Tennis scores high with team spirit and morale

May 12, 2022
Wordle has become the globe’s latest obsession. This image depicts a plausible scenario if the word of the day was Talon.

Wordle captivates audiences young and old

May 7, 2022
Caleb Bautista, junior, stands near his business’ advertisement that he proudly displays on his car.

Students find independence and new skills by starting businesses

April 29, 2022
Captain America and Ironman stand for the national anthem before the 10K rcae begins.

Ryan’s Rally raises awareness for mental health

March 21, 2022
Ryan’s Rally prepares to raise awareness for mental health challenges

Ryan’s Rally prepares to raise awareness for mental health challenges

February 7, 2022
Madison Perrotti, junior, and Connor Davidson, senior, act an emotional scene in Legally Blonde Jr.

Glitter shines as theater performs Legally Blonde Jr.

January 9, 2022
Andrew Cardon, math teacher, displays his disc golfing skills.

Mr. Cardon’s positive classroom culture improves learning

December 25, 2021
Aniya King, senior, donates blood at the blood drive.

Students help people in need via blood drive

December 15, 2021
OC Captured: Phoenix Wilcox

OC Captured: Phoenix Wilcox

November 17, 2021
OC Captured: Fletcher Griffin

OC Captured: Fletcher Griffin

November 16, 2021
Golf teams see remarkable success during 2021 season

Golf teams see remarkable success during 2021 season

November 8, 2021
OHS’s mascot poses at the ground breaking ceremony on Sept. 17.

Elementary #32 coming soon, near you

September 27, 2021
Students sit in rows of socially distant desks.

The invisible wall between staff and students

July 15, 2021
Mr. Candela talks to one of his students during tutoring.

Teachers boost learning in new classrooms

July 15, 2021
McDonalds french fries were one of the sampled fries.

French fries that will fry your taste buds

July 14, 2021
Students head to class on a new bell schedule.

New schedule disorients campus

April 30, 2021
Deadly Texas snowstorms cause frenzy

Deadly Texas snowstorms cause frenzy

March 3, 2021
Control of power in Washington transforms American politics

Control of power in Washington transforms American politics

February 23, 2021
Arturo Whipple, sophomore (left), and Samantha Sharlot, sophomore, (right), working hard for FBLA.

Clubs wrestle with stipulations from COVID-19

February 19, 2021
Students and teachers have varied reactions to moving back online

Students and teachers have varied reactions to moving back online

January 19, 2021
Capitol insurrection marks dark day for U.S.

Capitol insurrection marks dark day for U.S.

January 19, 2021
First Presidential debate embarrassing for both candidates

First Presidential debate embarrassing for both candidates

December 11, 2020
Going back in person will help students succeed

Going back in person will help students succeed

October 2, 2020
Online learning brings new challenges

Online learning brings new challenges

September 15, 2020

Staying Occupied at Home

August 31, 2020
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