Oceanside High School Weekly Update
10/27/2023
The Pirate Way
Hello Pirates!
I hope the end of this week finds you well and in good spirits. As we close out the month of October and embark on another exciting month of school at OHS I want to make sure you are having the best possible Pirate Experience. I have spoken and written about the Pirate Experience over the last few years, but I wanted to take a moment to make sure that everyone understands what the Pirate Experience is and share our core values and priorities that guide our mission and commitment to your child's education and overall experience.
At OHS, the Pirate Experience means we believe in nurturing an environment that fosters personal growth, academic excellence, and holistic development. Our commitment to you, your child, and the entire community is rooted in the following key principles:
Customer Service: We view every OHS Pirate and caretaker as a valued partner in your child's educational journey. Our dedication to customer service means that we are always here to listen, support, and address your needs. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we strive to provide you with an experience that meets and exceeds your expectations.
Respect: Respect is at the heart of everything we do. We instill in our students the values of empathy, kindness, and tolerance, encouraging them to treat others with respect and dignity. We celebrate diversity and embrace the richness it brings to our community.
Rigorous Education: We are committed to providing every student with a challenging and stimulating academic environment. Our rigorous curriculum is designed to empower students to excel academically, fostering a love of learning and critical thinking skills that will serve them throughout their lives.
Collaboration: The Pirate Experience, at OHS, represents our community, and we believe in the power of collaboration. We work hand in hand with our families, teachers, and students to create a supportive and inspiring learning environment. We encourage open communication and partnership to ensure the success of each child.
Equity: We are dedicated to equity, ensuring that every student has the same opportunities to thrive. We actively work to eliminate disparities and create an inclusive and equitable environment where all students can reach their full potential.
These values underpin our commitment to delivering a high-quality, well-rounded education and experience for your child. We are excited about continuing the year ahead and look forward to working together to help your child achieve their personal and academic goals.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to us with any questions, concerns, or suggestions. Your involvement and feedback are essential to the continued success of the Pirate Experience. We are here for you and your child, and we are honored to be a part of their educational journey. Thank you for entrusting us with your child's education. We are excited to share this incredible adventure with you, and we can't wait to see the growth, achievements, and success that the future holds for each and every student at OHS.
Pirates you are a part of something big! You belong and will always belong in the Oceanside High School Pirate Community. What an amazing feeling to realize you belong to something bigger than the individual Pirate, but rather part of a 100 year plus Pirate Ship Community!
Regardless of where you may go and no matter what you end up accomplishing the one thing that you have to count on is that you will ALWAYS be a PIRATE!
Stay safe! Know you are loved and belong to the Pirate community - this is the Pirate Way!
Dr. Skyler M. Garrahy
Principal
760-901-8204
@skylergarrahy
What is Happening Around Campus?
OHS September Students and Staff Member of the Month:
Congratulations to our October Pirates of the Month for earning this award based on academic and behavioral excellence. Please come to the office after you hear your name to pick up your award-
Grade 9 Keira C.
Grade 10 Samantha R.
Grade 11 Sophia M.
Grade 12 Pedro C.
PROUD PIRATE STAFF - Paul Piedmont
Celebrated perfect attendance. Pictured below are our 9th & 10th graders.
OHS SPOOKTACULAR
The OHS Performing Artists (Show Choir, Theater and Band) did not disappoint the "at capacity" performing arts center with their Fall tradition of SPOOKTACULAR last night. It was obvious that the students have been hard at work based on their amazing performances. The crowd and student performers cheered each other on in such a positive manner that you could not leave the performance without a smile on your face!
OHS Pirate's Bay Wellness Center- Grand Opening
OHS BLOCK SCHEDULE FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR
Do you know you are a member of over 100 years of tradition? Join the OHS Foundation
OHS Athletic Booster Club
YES! I am interested in being part of the Pirate Sports Success!
OHS PTSO
For those new to OHS, PTSO includes Parents, Teachers and Students to support the school community. Some of our goals are to promote parent interaction, support the faculty and staff and promote student achievement. Each year is a bit different so we welcome your ideas on ways we can support the school. The donations we receive and the funds we raise go toward staff appreciation events, teacher and club grants, student events, and more. We work closely with our principal Mrs.Garrahy, the administrators and counseling team to be responsive to current needs. All members have a vote in how our funds are used and we have a few openings for leadership positions if you want to give some time.
If you would like to join us or renew your membership for the year, please fill out the form here: OHS PTSO Form 2023-24. If you are interested in volunteering or serving on the board, please indicate that on the form.
Whether you participate in meetings or not, you can support our efforts with a tax-deductible donation. Please go here: PTSO Donation Page (Paypal or CC) or use our new venmo @osideptso. And please join us for our restaurant nights throughout the year.
We typically meet monthly on the first Wednesday of the month at 6pm. Stay connected with us by joining our Facebook group @Oceanside High School PTSO Parents for Pirates or following us on Instagram @piratesptso. We also encourage you to choose Oceanside High School PTSO as your designated charity in your AmazonSmile account. https://smile.amazon.com/ch/77-0684642
Please direct any questions to ohsptsomembership@gmail.com.