Oak Ridge High School
Wildcat iNews for the ORHS Wildcat Nation 4/13/2020 #130
Go ORANGE for Josie!
Go Orange for Josie! https://teamjosie.itemorder.com/sale
Store closes Sunday 26th.
A local Oak Ridge business is making stickers which can be ordered here:
THE CITY OF OAK RIDGE WANTS TO "ADOPT A SENIOR!"
https://www.facebook.com/groups/228685114876605/
- If you are a PARENT of a senior, please join the page, post your Senior's picture and tell the city about your amazing son or daughter.
- If you would like to adopt, please place a comment in the post, and direct message the parent for contact information!
- If you don't know a senior and want to "adopt," Mrs. Thompson will give you a name! sathompson@ortn.edu
What a great tribute to our Amazing Class of 2020! Thank you, Oak Ridge!
GRADUATION SUPPLIES UPDATE
A plan to distribute graduation supplies is in discussion and a decision will be announced soon!
If you have never joined our Facebook group, this is a GREAT time!
CHECK OUT THE NEW COVER - DIAMOND EDITION!
https://www.balfour.com/tennessee/oak-ridge/oak-ridge-high-school
TNPromise Community Service Hours Information
If you are interested in community service in Oak Ridge, which still will incorporate social distancing, contact Mrs. Thompson for more details through email. sathompson@ortn.edu
CONGRATULATIONS, ALEX!!
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR ROANE STATE ART WINNERS!
To View Artwork go to:
http://rsccacademicfestival.blogspot.com/
1st Place Sculpture: Ansel Wilder
2nd Place Sculputre: Abigail Ellis
3rd Place Sculpture: Matt Holbrook
3rd Place Photography: Brian Fuson
3rd Place Painting: Maggie Froning
2nd Place Mixed Media: Maggie Fronning
HM: Kannon Green
HM: Rainee Mitchell
HM: Ansel Wilder
CONGRATS TO THE FOLLOWING CLASS OF 2021 BOYS STATE DELEGATES!
Congratulations to the following juniors who were selected as delegates from Oak Ridge High School for the 2020 Tennessee’s American Legion Boys State:
Blake Hudak, Gonzalo Macias-Ayala and Jonathan Milloway. This year’s session was cancelled but we wanted to recognize these young men as our delegates.
CLASS OF 2021 - RISING SENIORS! NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY INFO!
Current ORHS juniors with a 3.6 GPA or higher need to plan on applying to the National Honor Society when school starts back for the 2020-21 school year. The time for launching a Spring Induction has passed, but there is also always a Fall Induction that everyone interested should look forward to this coming academic year (your senior year). When the 2020-21 academic year begins, Mr. Senter and Ms. Milloway will launch the application process. Students should apply who meet the GPA requirement and can illustrate on their applications a commitment to character, scholarship, leadership, and service. Watch the announcements in August for the launch of the application process.
ROTC WANTS TO HELP MAKE YOUR YARD. BEAUTIFUL!
ROTC is selling flower for $20 each. Flowers come in full bloom and already potted.
Please contact your favorite cadet or Chief Nicholls to place your order.
Orders and money must be received by Chief Nicholls by Friday, April 24.
- Payment in Cash/Check - go to ORHS any day 11 - 1 during Lunch Distribution to meet Chief Nicholls
- Payment by Credit Card - contact Chief Nicholls at 865-712-1924
Flowers will be delivered on May 1 & 2.
INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS AND STAFF
https://www.ortn.edu/ORHS/TDRemoteSupportInstr.pdf
We are SOOOOO grateful to the men and women who support the thousands of devices under these difficult circumstances!!!!
RIDGEVIEW COUNSELING SERVICES
Ridgeview continues to maintain regular outpatient clinic hours at all of our county locations. As we continue to monitor CDC recommendations, our response will continue to evolve. All Ridgeview facility locations are being maintained per CDC guidelines.
For all school-based services STAR therapists will begin contacting their current Ridgeview clients the week of March 30th to discuss continuing care and treatment at home via phone or telehealth. During periods of heightened stress and anxiety around your overall health, please know a variety of services remain available to you. Ridgeview understands the need for ongoing accessibility to services and the importance of meeting people where they are by offering timely access to care and treatment. If there are any questions regarding school-based services, please contact Amy Olson at 865-441-8470. To learn more about our walk-in clinic hours, please visit https://www.ridgeview.com/services/same-day-access-availability.
CORONOAVIRUS UPDATES
https://www.ortn.edu/highschool/2020/03/02/information-regarding-coronavirus/
INTERNET ACCESS A PROBLEM?
Internet Access
Do you need internet access for online learning?
Comcast – https://corporate.comcast.com/covid-19
- Open Wifi-hotspots to all users, even non Comcast subscribers.
- No Data Caps – 60 days of Unlimited access
- No Disconnect or Late Fees
- Internet Essentials Free to New Customers – 60 days of Internet access for free – normally $9.99/month
AT&T – https://about.att.com/pages/COVID-19.html
- No Disconnections or Late Fees for customers
- Free open wifi hotspots
- Unlimited Data
- Limited/Fixed income residents and sign up as a New customer for $10/month.
Charter/Spectrum – https://corporate.charter.com/newsroom/charter-to-offer-free-access-to-spectrum-broadband-and-wifi-for-60-days-for-new-K12-and-college-student-households-and-more
- Free broadband/Wifi for 60 days to home with K-12 and/or college students that do not already have a Spectrum Account (Call 1-844-488-8395)
- Spectrum will open it’s wifi hotspots for all public use.
- No Data caps
TDS Internet (large portions of East TN) – https://tdstelecom.com/about/news/categories/tds/CoronavirusStatement.html
UPDATE ON SCHOOL BUILDING CLOSURE
As you most likely know, yesterday, Governor Lee announced that he is recommending all Tennessee K-12 schools remain closed through the remainder of the school year in order to help prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus and ensure the health and safety of all Tennesseans. The Oak Ridge Schools will obviously comply with his recommendation and will be closed for the remainder of this academic school year. The Oak Ridge Schools will be closed through May 29th, the last day of this school year.
We would like to remind families that typically, at this time of year in Oak Ridge Schools, teachers and students would be in the classrooms preparing for TCAP and Advanced Placement exams. The testing period for these exams occurs in the second part of April, and after that, students would normally be participating in continued learning experiences that reinforce the yearlong learning.
While our buildings are closed as a result of COVID-19, we want to continue to support quality learning opportunities for student success. Oak Ridge Schools will begin this next phase of learning online on April 27. Final grades will be calculated from terms 1-3 and students will have opportunities to improve final grades with required assignments. School administrators will be sharing more information about student requirements for the next phase of online learning on April 20.
Recently, the State Board of Education voted on various items like how to determine grades for the school year, credits at the high school level, testing, and online learning. A full description of these items, as well as updated aligned policies approved by the Oak Ridge Schools Board of Education can be found on our website. See the section titled “Emergency Suspension of Board Policies” on our coronavirus update page.
I encourage everyone to go to our webpage for coronavirus updates and follow our district on social media: Twitter/Instagram: @ORSchools and Facebook: @OakRIdgeSchoolsTN. The TN Department of Education has a helpful web page with coronavirus updates as well.
To the class of 2020, I want to offer a personal note of congratulations for your many successes in your time with us in Oak Ridge Schools. We are keeping you especially in mind, and looking for ways to ensure you are celebrated in unique and special ways under our current circumstances.
PHASE II - DIGITAL LEARNING BEGINS APRIL 27TH
DOES YOUR TEEN NEED AN SF-1010 FORM FOR THEIR DRIVER'S PERMIT???
ROANE STATE ACADEMIC WINNERS FOR 2020!
VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS FOR ALL OAK RIDGE HS TEACHERS
PREPARATIONS FOR 2020-21 CONTINUE FOR STUDENT LEADERSHIP!
Student Council would LOVE to have you in the Student Council Leadership Class for 2020-2021. The class meets everyday and works to promote student advocacy with ORHS leaders as well as district-wide leaders. We also plan and implement events such as Homecoming, Winter Formal, Compassion Week, and Coffee Houses. Please use the link to fill out a quick form if you are interested.
STUDENT COUNCIL ELECTIONS!
PARENTAL CANVAS SUPPORT - SO IMPORTANT NOW W ONLINE LEARNING BEGINNING!
With online educational opportunities beginning April 6, we encourage all parents to monitor Canvas along with their student. We encourage all parents to contact Mrs. Witick for assistance at nwitick@ortn.edu if you have struggled to have your OWN login!
Below are some instructions in PDF form for your assistance.
NEW UPDATE ON SAILS!
AP INFORMATION - VERY IMPORTANT!
There are LOTS of changes to the way AP exams will be conducted this year. Listed here will be a “Cliffs Notes” version of the information but I STRONGLY recommend you click the links listed below and spend time taking in all the information directly from the source.
What do I need to do?
- If you have already paid in full, you don’t need to do anything else at this time to be eligible to take the exam.
- If you have not paid in full, you will need to mail in a check for your outstanding balance by April 30. Checks should be made payable to Oak Ridge High School and please include the student name on the check. Please address the envelope in the following manner:
Oak Ridge High School
Attn: AP Coordinator
1450 Oak Ridge Turnpike
Oak Ridge, TN 37830
- If we don’t receive full payment by April 30 we will have to cancel your test and refund your deposit.
- If you don’t remember how much you owe, please feel free to email David Foust at djfoust@ortn.edu
What if I no longer want to take the exam?
- Should you no longer want to take the exam you need to let David Foust know prior to April 30 at djfoust@ortn.edu and you will receive a full refund.
What will the exams look like this year?
- Exams will be 45 minute open book and free response
- They will be administered online
I still have questions! ·
- No worries. Email David Foust with any questions at djfoust@ortn.edu
Additionally as an FYI…….I don’t have any additional information regarding school closure or potential return dates. I wish I did! As soon as additional information is released regarding school closure or return dates I will send out an updated announcement.
Links ·
- General information: https://apcoronavirusupdates.collegeboard.org/students ·
- Frequently Asked Questions: https://apcoronavirusupdates.collegeboard.org/faqs ·
- Online lessons schedule and links: https://apcoronavirusupdates.collegeboard.org/students/ap-course-schedule ·
- Exam schedule/dates: https://apcoronavirusupdates.collegeboard.org/educators/taking-the-exams/ap-exam-schedule
INCOME CHANGES AND LIFE CHANGES?
https://www.ortn.edu/Pupil-Services/2019-2020_Free_Reduced_Lunch_Application.pdf
PARENTS OF 2022'S!!
STUDENTS SHOULD CHECK ORTN.EDU EMAIL!
NEED TO CONTACT YOUR TEACHER????
ONLINE RESOURCES AVAILABLE FOR FAMILIES!
GRADUATION CELEBRATION 2020 – The Party Must Go On!
You may be wondering what Graduation Celebration will look like this year in light of COVID-19, and the truth is, we don’t know. Not yet.
We are responding as best we can to the virus, and we are watching its impact on the community. We hope that things will be more normal by graduation (May 28) and that we can host a safe party at that time. We are making reasonable plans to be able to do that, but we are also making adjustments to the plan to ensure flexibility, since the situation is still quite dynamic. The reality is that May 28 may not be possible, and if that is the case, we are hoping to host something equally wonderful later in the summer. We expect to make a final decision in early May.
In the current climate, not surprisingly, it has been challenging to get volunteers and donations. To pull off this party – either in May or later in the summer – we still need support. Please visit our website www.graduationcelebration.org to donate or volunteer. We thank you!
K. Matt Reedy, CPRP
Recreation Manager II
Centers, Camps, Programs, & YAB
865-425-3442
WHO IS YOUR ADMINISTRATOR??
Class of 2021 - Amber Roberts ahroberts@ortn.edu
Class of 2022 - Beth Estep kestep@ortn.edu
Class of 2023 - David Foust djfoust@ortn.edu
Executive Principal - Martin McDonald mgmcdonald@ortn.edu
WAYS TO FINANCIALLY SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS AT ORHS!
FOOD CITY SCHOOL BUCKS PROGRAM!
It’s time for Food City’s School Bucks Program that helps support ORHS-CDC! The program begins Wednesday, September 4, 2019 and ends on May 5, 2020.
Parents can use this to easily link their ValuCard to their school of choice at checkout.
• At the cash register, have the cashier scan the barcode along with your Food City ValuCard. This will automatically link the two together, which means you only need to scan this barcode one time. The PLU listed below may also be entered at the cash register by the cashier in lieu of scanning barcode.
• Parents also can register their ValuCard online by visiting www.foodcity.com/schoolbucks
From that point, it’s simple… just shop and earn valuable points for your school. Remember this is a ValuCard program… use your ValuCard and save for ORHS-CDC. Nothing has to be done again until next school year!
*Please share the barcode information with family and friends! You can only register your ValuCard with one school/program so please make it ORHS-CDC! Thank you in advance for your support!
BOX TOPS - SCANNING IS SO EASY!!!
All Box Top funds go to support our CDC classrooms!
KROGER SHOPPERS!
Oak Ridge High School Band Boosters
Oak Ridge High School Orchestra Boosters
Oak Ridge High School PTSO
SHOP AMAZONSMILES AND SUPPORT MANY ORHS ORGANIZATIONS!
More Info: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/chpf/about/ref=smi_se_rspo_laas_aas
Support:
- Wildcat Football Boosters Club
- Oak Ridge High School Band Boosters
- Oak Ridge High School Orchestra Booster Club
- Oak Ridge Public Schools Education Foundation Inc
- Oak Ridge High School Parent Teacher Student Organization
SAVE YOUR COKE LIDS AND CASE CODES FOR CDC
CDC is asking everyone to continue to save your Coke product lids/case codes. You may send those Coke lids/codes in to us here at the high school or you can set up your own account @ https://us.coca-cola.com/give/schools , input your codes and donate them to Oak Ridge High School. All proceeds donated go to CDC to help pay for classroom supplies, materials and student needs. Thank you for your support!!!
Ways to Connect and STAY INFORMED!
Website - http://www.ortn.edu/highschool/
Daily Bulletin - http://www.ortn.edu/highschool/daily-bulletin/ this is the Daily Announcements and are published on the website.
Channel 15 at 7:50 AM - Watch the announcements each morning by our Crew! YouTube Streaming: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL9N_azmWeQByrIW6pWLBlQ
Live in Knox/Anderson/Roane - If you live throughout Anderson/Roane/Knox counties and have ATT Uverse you can find us on Channel 99 – just select the Oak Ridge Schools option.
INews - this is the weekly Newsletter; distributed Monday morning at 7:00 am by email; it is also sent out on Twitter on Sunday evening on @stefthompson63 @ORSchools All previous issues can be found at http://www.ortn.edu/highschool/news-events/news-links/
Skylert Messages and Emails - Please make sure your current email address and phone numbers are up to date!!!
PTSO Newsletter - PTSO distributes a VERY detailed quarterly newsletter to inform parents of upcoming events and LOTS of counseling information! This comes to your email! They also have a presence on the website: http://www.orhs-ptso.org/news-information with tons of information! PTSO also has a Facebook presence, and we encourage you to "LIKE" their page! https://www.facebook.com/ORHSPTSO/
Twitter - While we know not everyone is on Twitter, many, many are! We keep the list of Twitter accounts for sports, clubs, teachers, principals, class information, etc. updated on the Wildcat iNews. We encourage you to follow us! Twitter provides us an opportunity to share quick information throughout the day as well as celebrate our awesome kids and their accomplishments!
Class of 2020 families - We have started a Facebook page as well https://www.facebook.com/ORHSClassof2020/ in addition to our @ORHSClassof2020 Twitter account.
FOLLOW US ON @TWITTER!
NEW ACCOUNTS ADDED ARE IN BOLD
@Wildcats2020vi1 - Class of 2020 Information Maintained by Senior Steering
@ORHS_NJROTC - ROTC, WIldcat Company
@DavidJFoust - David Foust, Class of 2023 admin
@KITTYCOMMITTEE1 - ORHS Student Section
@ORHSSchoolcraft - Jonathan Schoolcraft, ORHS Math teacher
@ORHS_FB_Boostr - ORHS Football Boosters
@ORHSWildBand - ORHS Marching & Concert Band
@OrhsJam - ORHS Jam Club with Mr. Alexander & Mrs. Whitaker
@davidbowman10s - ORHS Tennis Team
@orhsinteract - Interact Club
@HealthyORS - ORS Coordinated School Health
@Alison_King23 - ORHS Social Worker
@ORladysoccer- ORHS Lady Soccer Cats
@ORHSOakLog2017 - Oak Log Yearbook for 2018-19
@ORHSClassof2021 - Mrs. Roberts' Class of 2021
@ORHSvolleyball - ORHS Girls Volleyball Team
@ORHSXC - ORHS Cross Country Team
@ORHSLibrary - ORHS Library & Media Services
@ORHSCreditUnion - ORHS Credit Union
@ORHSBaseball15 - Varsity & JV ORHS Baseball Team
@MasquersORHS - Masquers and Theater for ORHS
@orpsef - Oak Ridge Public Schools Educational Foundation
@orhs_gsa - Gay/Straight Alliance Club
@ORSTechnology - Updates from IT Dept. for technology in @ORSchools
@ORHSTennis - ORHS Tennis Team
@GraduationCeleb - ORHS Graduation Celebration 2019
@ORSchools - District Twitter Account
@ORHSWIldcatMGM - Mr. McDonald
@ORHS_PTSO - PTSO for ORHS
@ORHSCounseling - Counseling Office
@ORHSClassof2020 - Senior Information
@estepintime - Mrs. Estep, Assistant Principal for the Class of 2022
@ORBoysBball - Oak Ridge Boys Basketball
@ORLadyWildcats - Oak Ridge Girls Basketball
@orhs_cheer - Oak Ridge Cheerleaders
@ORHSDanceCats - Oak Ridge Dance Cats
@OakRidgeSports - Oak Ridge Sports
@frc4265 - Secret City Wildbots
@ORHSOrchestra - Orchestra
@APES_ORHS - AP Environmental Science
@wildcats_AT - Athletic Training for ORHS Sports (Mighty Terra Davenport!)
@ORHSgolf - Golf Team/Scott Estep
@PhysicsCats - ORHS Betsy Hondorf's Physics Highlights
School Contact Information!
Email: tseals@ortn.edu
Website: http://www.ortn.edu/highschool/
Location: 1450 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN, United States
Phone: 865-425-9600
Twitter: @ORHSWildcatMGM