There will be an ACT exam administered at OPHS on Saturday, October 27. Students must register online at act.org by September 28. We recommend that all students take the ACT exam with writing. See Mrs. Goff in room 164 with any questions.
Attention all students interested in community service. Permission slips for the Orchard Park Educational Outreach Day of Service Field Trip MUST be returned as soon as possible. The deadline for you to return the bright yellow permission slip is Tues October 2. Slips can be turned in to Mrs. Collins in Room 160 or to Mrs. Holtermann in Room 328. If you missed our first meeting but are interested in participating in a day of volunteer work (on Wednesday October 17), you can get a perm
Attention all Mock Trial members and any student interested in joining the Orchard Park Mock Trial Team. Our next meeting will be on Wednesday October 3rd. The meeting is very important because we will be setting up the agenda for October and November as well as witness and attorney tryout information. The meeting will be in room #127 at 2pm.
Attention all History Club members and any students interested in joining History Club. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday October 2nd. This meeting is important because we will be planning our agenda for the 1st semester.
The following colleges will be visiting OPHS tomorrow: Savannah College of Art and Design at 10:30, Ohio Northern University at 11:30, and Pomona College at 1:30. All visits will take place in the House 2 conference room. Please be sure to bring a pass from the class you will be missing.
The following college will be visiting OPHS today: University of Pittsburgh at 1:30. All visits will take place in the House 2 conference room. Please be sure to bring a pass from the class you will be missing.
The Homecoming Dance is this Saturday, the 29th, from 8:00 - 11:00 p.m. Today is the LAST day to buy tickets, so be sure to buy your Dance Ticket online through the High School website or after school in the Aud from 2:00- 3:00 Tickets are $20, payable by cash or check made out to OPHS -Class of 2108. You will need your school I.D. to buy a ticket, and this year, YOUR SCHOOL ID WILL BE YOUR TICKET. See you there!
There will be a Health Sciences information night at VillaMaria College on October 3rd from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Learn about their Physical Therapy Assistant and Occupational Therapy Assistant programs. Go to the Dates to Remember section in the School Counseling page of the website to register.
Attention Seniors: The 2019 Scholarships for Academic Excellence, offered by New York State, will be awarded to ten students at OPHS. Scholarships of $1,500 or $500 will be given based on regents exam scores. A formula provided by New York State will be used to determine eligibility. If you qualify for a scholarship, you will be notified by either Mr. Behm or Mrs. Stahl.
All AP students and those challenging an AP Exam must be registered in your class roster by Monday Oct 1. You must be in the system in order for your exams to be ordered. Late fees will be charged for changes after Nov. 15. See Mrs. Goff in room 164 with any questions.
Attention Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors. Sign-ups for Windom Buddy Club have begun. All materials are in the House 1 Office. Please sign up early to ensure your spot. Buddy Club is a great way to get involved and to make a difference in an elementary student's life. See Mr. Behm with questions.
Are you interested in a Career and Technical Education field like Auto Body, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, Health Careers, Animal Sciences, or Culinary? The Ormsby Educational Center offers these courses and many more. They are having an Open House on Thursday, October 11, 2018 from 6-8PM and are located at 1010 Center Street, East Aurora, NY. Watch student demonstrations, meet instructors, and enjoy refreshments. Please see your School Counsel
Math Club will be holding its first meeting on Wednesday, September 26th after school in room 230 . We will be electing officers and brainstorming ideas for the year. See Mr. Dena or Mr. Norvilitis with any questions. Keep Calm and Math On!
Attention junior and senior class officers: The United States Senate Youth Award Scholarship provides students with an opportunity to attend a week-long government leadership program from March 2-9, 2019 in Washington DC. Students engage in a series of seminars and briefings with members of the US Government. Each student will also receive a one-time $10,000 college scholarship. In order to be considered for the program, you must be nominated by the building principal. Please see
Attention anybody interested in joining yearbook. Our first meeting will be held today in room 162 at 2:00. If you have any questions, please see Mrs Stady in room 162 or Mrs Sall in room 363