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2017-2018 School Year
The Wingspan
Friday, Sept. 29, 2017
27330 Oak Ridge School Rd, Conroe Texas 77385 832-592-5300/936-709-7216 Attendance 832-592-5419
1-888-KID-CHAT Fax 832-592-5544 Transportation 832-592-8850
Progress Report Dates 1st 9-weeks:
09/15, 10/04
2nd 9-weeks:
11/01, 11/29
3rd 9-weeks:
02/01, 02/21
4th 9-weeks:
04/11, 05/02, 05/23
Approximate: Report Card Dates (Distributed) 1st 9-weeks:
October 13, 2017
w/student
2nd 9-weeks:
January 12, 2018
w/student
3rd 9-weeks:
March 23, 2018
w/student
4th 9-weeks:
June 4, 2018
Mailed
First Day of School: August 16, 2017
Last Day of School: May 31, 2018
2017 Homecoming Court!
Mr. Johnson pictured with members of the 2017 Homecoming Court. Congratulations: The Freshman Lord and Lady: Maddox Tidwell and Hannah Dunn The Sophomore Count and Countess: Zach Zaerr and Lauren Jacobsen The Prince and Princess: David Zamora and Ryan Dilbeck And our King and Queen nominees: Michelle Medina, Kayla Varcalle, Claire Stewart, Jada Williams, Alyana Freeney Preston Reynolds, Josh Gumero, Diego Rivera, Ryan Isbell, Braden Potter
Fall Exams Grades 9 – 12 December 15, 18, 19 and 20 ORHS is a Testing Site for the ACT/SAT Remember to click on ORHS to test at your home campus! Testing Dates ACT Testing: September 9, 2017 October 28, 2017 December 9, 2017 February 10, 2018 April 14, 2018 June 9, 2018 SAT Testing: August 26, 2017 October 7, 2017 November 4, 2017 December 2, 2017 March 10, 2018 May 5, 2018 June 2, 2018 PSAT TESTING Wednesday October 11, 2017 STAAR/EOC TESTING May 7 – May 18, 2018
ORHS Girls Cross Country!
Girls Cross Country starting and ending their two mile run before school starts each morning.
School Holidays Early Release Days 2017/2018 Labor Day: September 4 Early Release October, 6 @11:25am Holiday October 9 Thanksgiving: November 20-24 Early Release December 20 @11:25 Winter Break: December 21 –January 5 Teacher Work Day January 8 Students Return January 9 MLK Day: January 15 Teacher Staff Development February 19 Presidents’ Day: February 19 Early Release March 9 Spring Break: March 12 – 16 Holiday: March 30 Memorial Day: May 28 Pep Rally Dates/Themes (7:00am – 7:25am) Senior Campus: August 31 Overall Spirit September 14 Overall Spirit/Hawaiian October 6 The Wizard of OZ October 20 Show Your Love November 3 Rock ‘n Roll
National “See you at the Pole” Day!
“SEE YOU AT THE POLE” day was on Wednesday, September 27, at 7:00 a.m. local time. All around the globe, in every time zone, students gathered at their flagpoles, praying for their school, friends, families, churches, and communities. “SEE YOU AT THE POLE” is a day committed to global unity.
Writing Tip of the Week!
Students, do you want to improve your writing? Try this: Vary how you start each sentence in an essay. Try starting a sentence with a (ly) word, like this:
Eventually, she finished her essay.
Homecoming: Parade-October 04 Game-October 06 Dance-October 07 8:00pm-11:00pm On-line Information ORHS Website CISD Website CISD Calendar What Bus Do I Ride? PTO Meetings Held in the ORHS Library at 10:30am 2nd Thursday of Each Month September 14 October 12 November 9 December 14 January 11 February 8 March 8 April 12 May 10 http://oakridgepto.com/ “Operation Graduation” Meetings Held in the ORHS MPR at 7:00pm on dates listed: September 26th October 17th November 7th December 5th January 16th February 1st March 6th April 3rd May 1st
Tutorial Club!
Tutorial club is a new club starting at ORHS at the request of students. Founding members are junior, Linda Pupiales and senior, Giovanna Alonso. Tutorial Club is being sponsored by ORHS teachers: Diane Peterson and Amber Godwin. At least 40 students were present at the orientation meeting regarding how Tutorial Club would operate. Students who were unable to attend the meeting still have a chance to join. At this time, the tutor applications are being completed, collected, and processed. Having so many students excited about being tutors in a variety of subjects indicates that our new club is off to a strong start! An announcement will be made to let everyone know when the club's peer tutorials will begin. When we do start, after school tutorials will be in Mrs. Peterson's room B-109 Monday through Thursday until 4:00. If students want to meet with a peer tutor before school, they will meet in Ms. Godwin's room C-227.
ORHS Employee of the Month!
The C.P.E. Committee would like to introduce the 2017-18
“Lorraine Garrett/Gladys Baggett ORHS Employee of the Month” Award. This recognition highlights the adult (one from each Campus) who epitomizes the character traits – helpfulness, generosity, a caring spirit, patience and love towards others – we wish to instill in our students. These monthly WINNERS are the unsung heroes and heroines of Oak Ridge High School. Go true War Eagles!!!!!
OCTOBER 2017 “Lorraine Garrett/Gladys Baggett Employees of the Month” are:
Senior Campus = Coach Kevin Goodwin (aka Coach GRADES)
9th Grade Campus = Mr. Miguel Burke (aka Mr. JIMMY JOHN’s)
CONGRATULATIONS!
PROM May 05, 2018 @ The Woodlands Marriott 8pm - Midnight Senior Checklist Recommendation Letters: (teachers/staff need a minimum of 10 days to write letters) Cap/Gown, and Announcements: HERFF JONES 281-367-4723 [email protected] www.myhjgrad.com *Senior Meeting Fees and Fines: Must be clear Senior Awards Night: Prom Ticket Sales: Senior Prom: May 5, 2018 Senior Exams: May 22– May 26 Graduation Meeting: Senior Picnic: Picnic Ticket Sales: Graduation Practice: Graduation Tickets: Distributed after Graduation Practice Graduation:
PSAT!
The PSAT test will be given on Wednesday, October 11, to all current 10th and 11th grade students. Seniors will have late arrival that day at 10:30 a.m. Students should eat a good breakfast and arrive at school on time. Because the PSAT is a timed test, once the test begins, late students will not be allowed to enter a testing room, and makeup tests will not be given. Students should bring a calculator.
Bring One of These Calculators
· Graphing calculator
· Scientific calculator
· Four-function calculator
Leave These Devices at Home
· Anything that can connect to the Internet
· Anything that makes noise or “talks”
· Calculators that use electrical outlets
· Calculators with QWERTY keypads
· Tablets or cellphones
· Laptops or handheld computers
· Paper-tape calculators
· Calculators with a pen-input device or stylus
Calculator Smarts
· Bring your own calculator. You can’t share one.
· Don’t bring a brand-new calculator. Bring one you know.
· Practice for the test using the same calculator you’ll use on test day.
· Decide how to solve a problem, then decide if you need your calculator. This might surprise you, but calculators don’t always save time. In fact, the Math Test includes some questions where it’s faster not to use a calculator, even though you’re allowed to.
3 Reasons Students Should Take the PSAT!
1. Great Practice for the SAT
By taking the PSAT, you'll receive free access to the College Board’s My College Quickstart™, where you can try hundreds of practice questions to help you improve test-taking skills. The College Board also provides you with a customized study plan based on your PSAT performance, allowing you to focus on those areas which need the most help. Studies have shown that students who take the exam more than once often score higher on subsequent tests. Those who have the opportunity to take the exam several times may also find they are more confident and relaxed when moving on to the SAT and/or ACT.
2. Connect to Colleges
Students who take the PSAT can opt-in to the College Board’s free Student Search Service. This service allows colleges to identify students based on several factors, including, but not limited to:
· Intended major
· Grade point average
· State residency
More than 1,100 different colleges participate in the Student Search Service, giving you the opportunity to connect with colleges that you may be unfamiliar with or had not previously considered. You also typically receive brochures and other marketing materials, as well as information on campus tours and other upcoming events.
3. Gain Access to Scholarships
Perhaps the best kept secret about the PSAT is the opportunity to earn free money for college. Students who take the test during their junior year may be selected to participate in one of the scholarship and/or recognition programs directly linked to the exam.
PTO Information!
Please find PTO Letter to parents and Membership Form at the end of this newsletter.
New SAT Electronic Device Collection Policy!
Beginning with the October 2017 SAT® School Day and weekend SAT administrations, the College Board is requiring supervisors to collect all cell phones and wearable technology from test takers before administering the test.
This reflects the College Board’s ongoing efforts to enhance the security of the SAT, ensure the integrity of scores delivered to colleges and universities, and protect the honest students who make up the vast majority of test takers.
Students are asked not to wear smart watches and to please leave cell phones at home or in their cars if they do not want them taken up. Each classroom has a phone if they need to make a call for pick up after the test is over and students are dismissed. Test administrators will not be held responsible for any electronic devices that are damaged, lost or stolen. Students should be aware that if they bring any type of electronic device to testing it will be taken up before the testing starts.
*************************************** Senior Dues Update!
Due to Hurricane Harvey and the recent flooding, senior dues and the senior fundraiser dates have changed. Detailed information on the fundraiser will be available at the senior meeting on October 18th during Eagles Nest.
Senior Dues: $100 until January 9, 2018. Dues will be $125 from January 10th until April 1, 2018.
Senior Meeting and Fundraiser Kick Off: October 18th.
Order Pick up: November 7th and 8th during all lunches.
Cookie Dough Delivery: TBA (December) student must pick up during lunches.
School Picture Dates!
Sophomores – October 23 and 24 Juniors – October 25 and 26 Freshman – November 1 and 2 Dress code appropriate. Pictures will be taken with your English class.
2017-2018 Yearbooks!
2017-2018 Yearbooks are on sale right now for $85.00. Please go online to order your yearbook today at www.balfour.com.
Game Ticket Sales!
Football game tickets can be purchased online at tix.extremetix.com/webtix/4235 Problems? Call 1-888-695-0888
CISD Ticket Prices!
Football: Remaining single reserved (sold on campus only) $8.00 Adults (general admission) $6.00 Students (general admission) $4.00 All tickets purchased at the gate are $8.00
Sub-varsity games and all other High School sports: Gate only purchase. Adults $3.00. Students $2.00.
Game shirts will also be available for purchase on Thursdays and Fridays at the ticket table during all lunches.
Pep Rally Dates/Themes!
(7:00am – 7:25am) Senior Campus October 6 – “The Wizard of Oz” There’s no place like Oak Ridge! Ruby red slippers, braid, and plaid.
October 20 – “Show Your Love” St. Jude game day for cancer awareness. Wear red or pink. November 3 – “Rock’ n Roll” Concert T-shirts, ratty hair, and blue jeans! *Spirit days fall under ORHS dress code rules. If you have your doubts, don’t wear it!
Homecoming Parade & Pep Rally!
Homecoming Parade: Wednesday, October 4th, 2017 Parade Line-up @ Oak Ridge elementary @ 4:30pm Parade begins @ 6:00pm Pep Rally @ 6:30pm until 7:00pm Theme: Wizard of OZ
FAMILIES INVITED – COME SUPPORT YOUR – War Eagle Football Team
Homecoming Football Game!
Friday, October 6th vs Montgomery High School @ 7:30pm Woodforest Stadium
Ticket Sales: For ORHS students only will be on Monday, October 2nd thru Wednesday, October 4th in the ORHS Cafeteria during all lunches. On-Line Homecoming Game Ticket Sales: Closed Monday thru Wednesday, sales will start on Thursday, October 5th thru Friday, October 6th closing at 1:00pm tix.extremetix.com/webtix/4235
Homecoming Dance!
Saturday, October 7th – 8:00pm to 11:00pm @ ORHS
Purchase your Homecoming Tickets now @ orhswebstore.com
Tickets prices are $20.00 per person/$25.00 at the door. (All checks should be made out to Oak Ridge High School Student Council and
please include your Drivers’ License number, DOB and Phone number).
Homecoming Ticket pick-up will be announced at a later date.
• If you are bringing a guest that does not go to ORHS please make sure to get your Guest Registration Contract turned in to the Front Office by September 29, 2017.
Dress Code is Semi-Formal
(Dress Code and Contract are available on the last page of this newsletter).
(Fees and Dues should be paid before purchasing a Homecoming Ticket).
2018 Operation Graduation News!
Operation Graduation is a celebration for graduating seniors the night of graduation at a local entertainment venue. The goal is to provide a fun and safe all night lock-in where they can eat, play games, go home with raffle prizes and spend time with friends before everyone heads off to life after high school. - CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS, seniors, parents, grandparents, teachers, older siblings, aunts, and uncles. OPERATION GRADUATION is looking for concession workers, we need 35-40 volunteers to help at the Woodforest Stadium. This job is perfect to meet other seniors and their families. Plus it has the potential to raise lots of funds allowing us to make this graduation celebration special.
GAME 1 Thursday 10/12 @ Woodforest Stadium 5:00pm (game starts at 7:00pm) GAME 2 Saturday 10/28 @ Woodforest Stadium 4:00pm (game starts at 6:00pm) RUN THROUGH THE WOODS HELPERS. 11/23 in the morning. More information will come. Come and join us in this adventure, we are planning a wonderful year for the seniors this year and building a solid program for seniors for years to come. Help us keep our kids safe on graduation night.
Next Meeting: October 17th in MPR @7:00pm
Like us on Facebook @: ORHS 2018 Operation Graduation
To volunteer or if you have questions go to: [email protected]
Parent Access to Canvas Information!
Information to Parent Access to Canvas can be found below.
Food Deliveries to School!
Oak Ridge High School will not accept student lunch deliveries from a restaurant or from a delivery service such as "doordash." The only lunches that are accepted in the front office are those delivered by a parent or a family member and should be picked up in the cafeteria at the Principal’s table during the students lunch period. Thank you for you cooperation.
Deliveries to Campus!
Students, who have left items at home such as athletic clothes, homework/projects, money, etc.…, should stop by the front office and see if these items have been delivered. No items of this nature will be delivered to the student in the classroom. Deliveries from florist and other outside vendors will not be accepted. Balloon bouquets and floral arrangements are not allowed in the halls or classrooms.
Crosswalks!
Students! The crosswalk signs are for your protection...please make sure to press the button to engage the signs whenever crossing the street. Thank you.
Illegal Parking in Business Lots!
Warning! If you are parking in any of the business parking lots around our school area you will be subject to being towed. This includes the restaurants and shopping center with Party City. Towing is very costly for you. Parking at Woodforest is $20.00 for the remainder of this year. Please see Jackie Putnum in room E-202 for Woodforest parking.
To report an absence or tardy update! On the day of the students absence or tardy a parent or guardian may call the Senior Campus at 832-592-5433 or E-mail attendance at [email protected] For the 9th Grade Campus please call 281-465-5012 or E-mail attendance at [email protected]
ORHS Attendance Procedures!
To report an absence or tardy:
• On the day of the students absence or tardy a parent or guardian may call the Senior Campus at 832-592-5433 or E-mail [email protected]
• Call the Ninth Grade Campus at 281-465-5012. • If you do not report the absence or tardy by phone on the day of
absence a note from a parent or guardian with a signature will be required.
• Returning students must take their signed notes to the attendance office before or after school or during their lunch period.
• All students must get an admit slip from the attendance office before returning to class after being absent.
Check In/Out Procedures:
• All students must sign in and out through the attendance office. • If a student driver needs to leave campus, a note including the
name, date, time leaving and parent signature and phone number is required.
• All notes to leave early must be taken to the attendance office the first thing in the morning.
• All guardians picking students up must present a photo ID upon signing their student out.
• If a person needs to pick up a student who is not on their pick-up list, the guardian may add them using the Student Pick Up form located in the attendance office. (If the form is not signed at the attendance office, the guardian must have the form notarized).
• The Emergency Clinic form may not be used for pick up purposes due to HIPPA laws.
Regards, Tommy Johnson, Principal Oak Ridge High School
ORHS Mission Statement Oak Ridge High School will provide an educational environment so that all students…
• Strive to achieve the highest levels of academic achievement • Operate as responsible citizens in a rapidly changing world • Awaken a positive image of self and others; and • Recognize that education is not received but achieved.
Continued…
On-Line Payment Instructions Using WebStore!
For your convenience all class fees, club dues, t-shirts, senior dues, etc. can be paid for by using our WebStore at www.orhswebstore.com
CISD Check Policy!
Nondiscrimination Statement The Conroe Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding these non-discrimination policies:
Title IX Coordinator, 3205 W. Davis, Conroe, Texas 77304; (936)-709-7700 and the Section 504/ADA Coordinator, 3205 W. Davis, Conroe, Texas 77304; (936) 709-7670.
El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Conroe no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, nación de procedencia, sexo, discapacidad o edad, de sus programas y actividades y ofrece acceso igualitario a los programas de Escultismo (Boy Scouts) y otros grupos juveniles autorizados. Las personas siguientes han sido designadas para atender las preguntas relacionadas con estas políticas antidiscriminatorias:
Coordinador del Título IX, cito en el 3205 W. Davis, Conroe, Texas 77304; (936) 709-7700 y Coordinador de la Sección 504/ADA, cito en el 3205 W. Davis, Conroe,
Texas 77304; (936) 709-7670.
Marquee Birthday Announcements REQUEST FORM Student’s Name:_______________________________ (Please Print Neatly) Student’s Birthday:_____________________________ Parent/Guardian’s Name:________________________ (Please Print) Parent/Guardian’s Signature:_____________________ Phone Number:________________________________ Announcement will run for 24 hours. >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Circle desired announcement format: Option #1 Happy ##th Birthday, Student’s Name Option #2 Happy Birthday, Student’s Name Cost is $20.00 (cash or check payable to O.R.H.S.) *Checks accepted with signer’s drivers’ license number, date of birth and phone number written on the check. *Completed Announcement Request Form and payment must be received 3 school days prior to announcement date. For questions or additional information please contact Mrs. McKenzie at (832)592-5541.
Oak Ridge HS Special Occasion Dress Code Throughout the school year, we have several special events and ask that you always remember that decorum counts. While planning for your upcoming event, please keep the following attire standards in mind. If you have a question about what to wear for these occasions, please check with a counselor, administrator or event sponsor. Many of these are once-in-a-lifetime events and we want them to be special for you.
Appropriate attire for Homecoming and Prom includes the following:
Spaghetti straps and strapless dresses will be permitted.
Two-piece dresses must overlap. No midriff may show when arms are raised.
Mesh, see-through, and revealing cut-outs will not be allowed.
Front and back of dress must not be too low-cut or revealing. Back of dress may not go below natural waist.
Short dresses must not be higher than 4 inches above the knee. This includes any slits on long dresses, dresses with sheer/mesh bottoms, and the front of bi-level dresses.
Underwear must be worn.
Boys must wear standard formal wear which includes dark business suits and appropriate footwear. Blue jeans are not allowed.
Flip-flops and slides are not allowed.
Proper and formal grooming is expected.
No non-formal headwear (caps, etc.) allowed.
Costumes, party accessories, and sunglasses are not allowed.
If you are not dressed appropriately, you will not be allowed to enter the Prom so if in doubt, check with an administrator prior to the event or don’t wear it. This is a special occasion and we don’t want you to miss it.
Appropriate attire for Homecoming, Senior Awards, National Honor Society Inductions, Athletic Banquets and Other Special Events includes the following:
Males should dress in semi-formal wear including slacks, dress shirt, tie and nice shoes. Jackets and ties are encouraged but not required.
Females should dress in semi-formal wear which may include dresses or dress slacks and nice shoes.
The Wingspan
Dear Oak Ridge Parents,
It’s hard to believe that Fall is here already. I love this time of year with football games, the anticipation of cooler days and nights and the seasonal drinks at Starbucks! Fall is a busy time filled with sports, school activities and community festivals. It’s also a time to volunteer for something you believe in. My heart was filled with pride for our Color Guard Team who made 644 Homecoming Mums for the entire Senior Class of Kingwood High School! These students and their parents gave their time, talent and resources in order to make Homecoming a meaningful, and special event for those seniors who lost their school. I was also amazed and proud of the Oak Ridge High School students who created a Cinderella’s Closet. They started a Homecoming Dress Drive for girls affected by Hurricane Harvey and the dresses have been pouring in from across the country. These selfless acts of kindness and thoughtfulness for others should be encouraged and celebrated, and I believe it is contagious if we all take time to think of others in need.
I have had the chance to meet some of our Oak Ridge parents at the grade level presentations in the past two weeks. It was a pleasure talking to you and I appreciate those who have joined PTO by filling out the 2017/2018 Membership Form. If you have not done so but would like to join PTO, please print off the membership form and drop if off in an envelope marked PTO at the front office of either campus. Your membership will make a difference in what we can accomplish for the school!
The Homecoming Dance is next Saturday, October 7th in our cafeteria. Of course once it is decorated, it will be transformed into a magical place! Thank you to those parents who have volunteered to provide desserts and or time to work the dance. We still need more desserts and volunteers so please check out the website signupgenius.com and help make this night a wonderful one for our students!
Calling all Freshman Parents: If you have not ordered your child’s 2021 t-shirt yet, you have until Saturday, September 30th. This will be your last chance to order this shirt in the size you need. I only have about a half dozen shirts in small left in our stock. If you are interested, please go to this web site to order your child’s shirt. Once they are available, they will be brought to school and issued to your child. The site is: https://orhs2021.itemorder.com/
Finally, PTO will be holding a spirit night at Chipotle on Thursday, October 26th so mark your calendars for eating dinner there that night! If you have any questions or comments for PTO, please feel free to email us at [email protected].
I hope you all have a great weekend and are able to get out and enjoy the nice weather!
Leslie MunsellORHS PTO President
