This week is “Ally Week”, a nationally celebrated week of showing your support. Being an ally means that you accept and support people regardless of their sexual orientation, race, gender identity or expression, and believe that schools should be a safe, supportive place for all students. The Gay-Straight Alliance will be passing out cards that you can sign to show your support as an ally. Sign up and show support!
Juniors and seniors: There will be a field trip to Oregon State University on October 30th from 8 – 2:40. Limited space in available. See Holly Stone in Attendance for permission slips and pay $5 to the Accounting office. This is a great opportunity to see the campus in session, meet admission and financial aid representatives and have all your questions answered. http://www.ochs.orecity.k12.or.us/content/oregon-state-university-field-trip
Hey OC, now that the rainy cold season is here be sure to warm back up with a hot yummy drink from the OC Bistro. If that doesn't sound good, then stop on by for our newest addition, chocolate covered strawberry kabobs! Only $1! See you there
Do 47% of Americans not pay taxes? Is almost half of our country receiving some sort of government handout? Come to the Young Democrats club after school today, to learn the truth behind Mitt Romney's recent 47% claims. Get educated so you can win political arguments before the election.
Racquetball information and sign up packets are available in the Athletic office. The first practice will be held at Eastside Athletic Club on Friday, October 26th from 4-6pm. Make sure all dues are paid and all paperwork is turned in before you step on court. Anyone still involved in a fall sport is okay to sign up late. Please see the racquetball web page for more information. http://www.ochs.orecity.k12.or.us/racquetball
Anyone interested in participating on the Bowling team? If you are, there is a meeting for all boys and girls interested on Monday, October 22nd at Kellogg Bowl in Milwaukie at 3:30pm. Come meet the coach and find out about the team. http://www.ochs.orecity.k12.or.us/bowling
Attention all NHS students: Great service opportunity for in school hours this Wednesday the 24th from 6:45pm to 9pm here at OCHS. We need about 4 students to help babysit during a presentation by the Oregon City Police Dept. Please see Mrs. Burlingame in room F118 or Ms. Becker in Student Services ASAP to sign up.
Are you a spirited fan going to the homecoming football game on Friday? Please remember to enter through the lower gate with your ASB card.
The Art Club is cancelled for today. See you all next week.
Next week, Pete’s Place will start selling Neuro products. For only $2 a bottle, Neuro products are healthy and delicious. Come by and be the first to buy one from Pete’s Place.
If you are on free or reduced lunch, and did not fill out a new application this year, your benefits will expire after today. Please come by the main kitchen if you are not sure if you need a new application or not. http://www.orecity.k12.or.us/departments/nutrition_services Click here for the Applications.
Please be sure to turn in your red tickets to Student Services before the assembly at 10:00. You could be a winner!!
AND from the cafeteria: Macaroni and Cheese with a Steamed Vegetable Medley
Have a great day OC!
