OHS Eagle News
Week of November 27th, 2022
A Message from our Principal, Mr. Pflugrath...
Dear Osbourn Family,
I hope you had an enjoyable and relaxing Thanksgiving. We are looking forward to welcoming our students back to Osbourn High School. This week we start our winter sports seasons for: basketball, wrestling, track, swim and dive, scholastic bowl, and cheer. Please come out and see our teams in action. You can see the full winter sports schedules in the athletic newsletter linked below.
Some highlights this week include:
- Monday, Basketball takes on Hylton High School
- Wednesday Varsity Girls’ and Boys’ Basketball Double Header at Manassas Park High School
- It’s that time of year again to get in the holiday spirit! Kick off this festive season by joining the OHS Performing Arts Department, Thursday, December 1st at 7 pm in the auditorium, for our annual Holiday Fest concert. Filled with holiday music and fun, it’s sure to delight all audiences. Admission is free.
- Saturday, Varsity Wrestling has their first match and Swimming has their first meet. If you go to the Manassas Christmas Parade, cheer on our Osbourn Marching Band, Cheer Team, and more Osbourn student groups in the parade.
- The art show will be on display in the Fine Arts Commons from November 28-December 9th.
As always, thank you for your continued partnership and please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. ​​​​​​​
As always, thank you for your continued partnership, and please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. ​​​​​​​
#OneOsbourn!
Sincerely,
Mike Pflugrath
Principal
Osbourn High School
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Glow of the Week
Our Scholastic Bowl Team and Coach Jen Cook. The team recently competed in the It’s Academic Show which will broadcast in early February. In addition, the team has VHSL competitions throughout the season. It is an amazing group of students and they have a lot of fun too! Congratulations to our Scholastic Bowl Team and the best of luck this season.
TOAST- The Osbourn Academic Scholastic Team Members are:
Paola Lucrecia Almazan
Osbaldo Gomez
Dimas Gonzalez-Ramos
Isaias Guillen
Juan Hernandez
Gabriela Hernandez-Najarro
Edward Hernandez Zambrano
Benjamin Hogan
Emma Lindenfelser
Emely Luna Benitez
Guadalupe Ortiz-Martinez
Nelson Palacios Suria
Fourman Fredrick Seaberg
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ART Show: Monday, November 28 - Friday, December 9
Tuesday, November 29 - 9th Grade Level Mtg during Advisory
Wednesday, November 30 - 10th Grade Level Mtg during Advisory
Thursday, December 1 - 11th Grade Level Mtg during Advisory
Thursday, December 1 - Parents as Educational Partners (PEP) @ 6 pm
Thursday, December 1 - Holiday Fest @ 7 pm
Friday, December 2 - 12th Grade Level Mtg during Advisory
Saturday, December 3 - Greater Manassas Christmas Parade @ 10 am in Old Town
WINTER SPIRIT WEEK: Monday, December 5 - Friday, December 9
Thursday, December 8 - Chorus Winter Concert @ 7 pm
Friday, December 9 - Winter Pep Rally
Saturday, December 10 - Saturday Learning Seminar 9-12 pm
Wednesday, December 14 - Parent E3 Series: "Every Student, Every Day, the Importance in Attendance" @ 5:30 pm
Friday, December 16 - Early Release for Students & End of Marking Period 2
DIVISON CLOSED: Winter Break - Monday, December 19 to Tuesday, January 3, 2023
DIVISON CLOSED: Monday, January 16 - Holiday, Martin Luther King Jr.
STUDENT HOLIDAY: Monday, January 30
Saturday, April 15 - Prom
Friday, May 26 - Graduation at Eagle Bank Arena @ 12 pm
Wednesday, May 31 - Last Day of School
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A wild turkey was spotted last week...
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MCPS JOB FAIR!
MCPS Families!
MCPS is looking for applicants to fill vacant and upcoming positions in the school division. From teachers to substitutes and other roles that support our students, there may be something for you at MCPS! Full-time and part-time positions are available.
MCPS will host the following career fairs:
- Virtual Job Fair, Wednesday, November 30th, from 4:30 - 6:30 pm
- In-Person Job Fair, Saturday, December 10th, from 9 - Noon
If you are interested, register at http://bit.ly/3UMD5rD, and you will be contacted regarding your appointment. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mr. Ray Singletary, Supervisor of Teacher Talent and Recruitment (rsingletary@mcpsva.org or 571-377-6027).
Please share with anyone you believe might be interested.. We look forward to meeting with you!
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National Family Engagement Month
National Family Engagement Month reminds us that families are children's first and most important teachers, advocates, and nurturers. More than 35 years of research shows that the most effective way to increase student achievement is for families to be actively involved in the education of their child. Strong parental and family support is vital to the well-being and success of students. Osbourn High School has many resources for families designed to increase engagement and partnerships with families while fostering academic success and social-emotional growth. The national standards for family-school partnerships include welcoming all families, communicating effectively, supporting student success, speaking up for every child, sharing power, and collaborating with the community.
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Family Liaison
Did you know that every school has a family liaison? Family liaisons will welcome and orient families who are new to the school and community and help them understand the school's culture, policies, procedures, and practices. They can also help connect families to resources in the community. Family liaisons might also assist a family in transitioning to a new school and encourage family-school partnerships to help ensure their student's success and healthy development. If you have questions or would like more information, ask your school office to connect you with your family liaison.
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Join us for our Holiday Fest!
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SAT School Day and PSAT Scores
SAT School Day scores should be available in your student’s College Board account after November 2. Students should receive an email from College Board at the email address they have registered with College Board with details to access the scores.
PSAT scores will be available in your student’s College Board account on December 6. Students will receive an email from College Board at the email they gave to College Board on their answer sheets with details to access their scores.
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Cap and Gown | Class Ring Orders!
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Are you interested in the AFTER PROM Committee?
We are in need of volunteers to organize the AFTER PROM event for our students. Traditionally, AFTER PROM has been a safe place for students to engage in fun activities together after the dance. This is usually from the end of the dance until early morning. If we are not able to find volunteers to organize the event by the end of December, we will not be able to plan for this event in a timely manner this year and therefore will not offer this opportunity. If you are interested in finding out more about the AFTER PROM Committee, please contact our PTSA at ohs_ptsa@yahoo.com . Thank you for your consideration.
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Parent-Teen Driving/Road & Range Info: Click links below!
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Resources For Parents!
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Osbourn High School PTSA November Newsletter!
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