Thanksgiving Break – there will be no school next Monday – Friday (11/22-11/26). Classes resume on Monday 11/29
American Legion Oratorical Contest - All students are invited to participate in the American Legion Oratorical Contest. First place prize winners will win $350.00. Advancement to the state level could lead to more money. The contest will be held on January 15. The prepared oration must be on some aspect of the Constitution of the United States with emphasis on the duties and obligations of a citizen to our government. Please let Mr. Guthas know in the guidance office no later than January 10 if you are interested in participating. More details will be given at that time.
New Scholarships
UGA is pleased to announce three new scholarships funded by the Goizueta Foundation for students with financial need and fluency in Spanish. Information and the application can be found at www.admissions.uga.edu/article/spanish
The goal of The Julian and Jan Hester Memorial Scholarship is to assist deserving high school seniors in their first year of college and to promote community banking. At least four $1,000 scholarships funded by the Community Bankers Association of Georgia and its membership will be awarded. Applications can be picked up in the guidance office and must be turned in to Oconee State Bank by April 1, 2011.
KFC Colonel's Scholars is looking for high school seniors with financial need and an entrepreneurial spirit to qualify for the KFC Colonel's Scholars Program. To qualify, you must have a 2.75 cumulative GPA and demonstrate financial need. Applications will be accepted online from December 1 - February 9 at www.kfcscholars.org .
Friday, November 12, 2010
U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY- OPERATION INFORMATION 2010
November 21 – 24, 2010
Athens Area High School and Middle School Students are cordially invited to take part in the U.S. Naval Academy Operation Information 2010 (OPINFO) by joining in an information session scheduled Thanksgiving Week. The U.S. Naval Academy is the primary college through which exceptional high school graduates are trained as Navy or Marine Corps officers while earning a top notch baccalaureate degree free of tuition. OPINFO is an opportunity for interested students to meet current US Naval Academy Midshipmen from the Athens area and learn about the world class academic, leadership and athletic education available at the U.S. Naval Academy by meeting directly with Midshipmen currently attending the Academy. Our Midshipmen look forward to meeting you and sharing their personal experiences as students at the U.S. Naval Academy.
Sunday, November 21, 2010
4:00 to 5:30pmOff Campus
Panera Bread Company
3151 Atlanta Hwy
Athens, GA 30606-3332
RSVP to William Harris WH-1m132886@usna.edu
If you are unable to attend that session and would like to meet at another time during that week, feel free to email the Midshipman to coordinate another time. If you know anyone interested in the US Naval Academy you can also share the following contact information for your local Blue and Gold Officer Representative for Athens Area Schools:
Lt Col Bonnie Harris and Col R. Keith Harris, 706-705-1331
U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY INFORMATION FORUM hosted by Emory University
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
4:30 to 6:00 P.M.
West Wing First Floor, Goizueta Business School
Emory University | 1300 Clifton Road | Atlanta, GA 30322]
To register, please e-mail, no later than November 14th, the following information to cgoevent@usna.edu Student’s full name, e-mail address, and number in party (please limit to 3 due to space limitation) Please ensure that the subject line of the e-mail reads: “Atlanta Information Day Registration”
Mobile Food Pantry at Athens Academy
WHEN: Friday, November 19th
TIME: 4:00 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.
WHERE: ATHENS ACADEMY School Parking Lot
1281 Spartan Lane, Athens GA 30606
Pour, Inc, a Georgia Non-Profit Corporation,in partnership with Athens Academy & TheConnecting Point in Bogart, is bringing a mobile pantry for families in need of groceries. After filling out a form, families will receive a FREE box full of groceries. First come, first served. You will only need to indicate your monthly income, number of children, adults and seniors in your household.
Walton EMC Scholarship - Walton EMC is pleased to offer senior students at OCHS a scholarship opportunity. In 1987, Georgia EMC established a scholarship fund in honor of Walter Harrison. Eight scholarships in the amount of $1,000 will be awarded for 2011.
In order to apply, the student's primary residence must be the household of an EMC member or EMC employee. A combination of need and academic ability will be used to determine the selected recipients. Applications and further details can be picked up in the guidance office. The application, along with all supporting data, must be received by Walton EMC no later than Monday, January 24, 2011.
November 21 – 24, 2010
Athens Area High School and Middle School Students are cordially invited to take part in the U.S. Naval Academy Operation Information 2010 (OPINFO) by joining in an information session scheduled Thanksgiving Week. The U.S. Naval Academy is the primary college through which exceptional high school graduates are trained as Navy or Marine Corps officers while earning a top notch baccalaureate degree free of tuition. OPINFO is an opportunity for interested students to meet current US Naval Academy Midshipmen from the Athens area and learn about the world class academic, leadership and athletic education available at the U.S. Naval Academy by meeting directly with Midshipmen currently attending the Academy. Our Midshipmen look forward to meeting you and sharing their personal experiences as students at the U.S. Naval Academy.
Sunday, November 21, 2010
4:00 to 5:30pmOff Campus
Panera Bread Company
3151 Atlanta Hwy
Athens, GA 30606-3332
RSVP to William Harris WH-1m132886@usna.edu
If you are unable to attend that session and would like to meet at another time during that week, feel free to email the Midshipman to coordinate another time. If you know anyone interested in the US Naval Academy you can also share the following contact information for your local Blue and Gold Officer Representative for Athens Area Schools:
Lt Col Bonnie Harris and Col R. Keith Harris, 706-705-1331
U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY INFORMATION FORUM hosted by Emory University
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
4:30 to 6:00 P.M.
West Wing First Floor, Goizueta Business School
Emory University | 1300 Clifton Road | Atlanta, GA 30322]
To register, please e-mail, no later than November 14th, the following information to cgoevent@usna.edu Student’s full name, e-mail address, and number in party (please limit to 3 due to space limitation) Please ensure that the subject line of the e-mail reads: “Atlanta Information Day Registration”
Mobile Food Pantry at Athens Academy
WHEN: Friday, November 19th
TIME: 4:00 P.M. – 6:30 P.M.
WHERE: ATHENS ACADEMY School Parking Lot
1281 Spartan Lane, Athens GA 30606
Pour, Inc, a Georgia Non-Profit Corporation,in partnership with Athens Academy & TheConnecting Point in Bogart, is bringing a mobile pantry for families in need of groceries. After filling out a form, families will receive a FREE box full of groceries. First come, first served. You will only need to indicate your monthly income, number of children, adults and seniors in your household.
Walton EMC Scholarship - Walton EMC is pleased to offer senior students at OCHS a scholarship opportunity. In 1987, Georgia EMC established a scholarship fund in honor of Walter Harrison. Eight scholarships in the amount of $1,000 will be awarded for 2011.
In order to apply, the student's primary residence must be the household of an EMC member or EMC employee. A combination of need and academic ability will be used to determine the selected recipients. Applications and further details can be picked up in the guidance office. The application, along with all supporting data, must be received by Walton EMC no later than Monday, January 24, 2011.
Friday, November 5, 2010
Picture retakes for underclassmen or for students who have not had their pictures taken this year will be during lunch on Monday, 11/8.
UGA Young Scholars Program
The Young Scholars Program is a six week summer internship for high school students interested in science, agriculture, or engineering. Through the program, young scientists are given the opportunity to study within an agricultural field, such as entomology, food science, genetics, etc., and learn about applied science in agriculture. Students work side by side with a mentor, with whom they will interact on a daily basis to develop a research project and create a presentation. At the end of the program, each participant presents their research and findings.
The goal of the Young Scholars Program is to encourage outstanding high school students to explore new areas and pursue a future career in science. As a high school student, you will have the opportunity to earn money for six weeks during the summer working with animals, plants, insects, machinery, scientific lab equipment, etc.
The program is opened to students that have finished their sophomore year, juniors and seniors and are 16 years by May 31.
Application deadline is January 31, 2011 - transcript and two letters of recommendation from science, math or agriculture teachers are required.
Visit the website for complete information: http://www.ysp.caes.uga.edu/ ; a flyer can be found at http://www.caes.uga.edu/?tiny=MI03J8
Optimist Essay Contest
OCHS students are invited to participate in the Annual Optimist International Essay Contest. This contest gives an opportunity for students to voice their opinions, receive recognition, and to have the chance to receive a $6000 scholarship by winning at the Optimist International Level. Please see Mr. Guthas in the guidance office for contest rules and regulations. All essays must be submitted by January 11, 2011.
Robert C Byrd Scholarship
The Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship is a $1,500 award renewable for up to three additional years. You must be a legal resident of Georgia to apply and have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement. Only one senior may be nominated from OCHS for this scholarship. If you are interested in being nominated, please see Mr. Guthas in the guidance office by Tuesday, November 30.
Janice M Scott Memorial Scholarship Program
Seniors who have a GPA of a 3.0 or higher and whose parents combined income does not exceed $100,000 are invited to apply for the Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund. Students must be a US citizen and have demonstrated leadership abilities through participating in community services or other extracurricular activities. Applications can be picked up in the guidance office and must be postmarked by March 31, 2011.
UGA Young Scholars Program
The Young Scholars Program is a six week summer internship for high school students interested in science, agriculture, or engineering. Through the program, young scientists are given the opportunity to study within an agricultural field, such as entomology, food science, genetics, etc., and learn about applied science in agriculture. Students work side by side with a mentor, with whom they will interact on a daily basis to develop a research project and create a presentation. At the end of the program, each participant presents their research and findings.
The goal of the Young Scholars Program is to encourage outstanding high school students to explore new areas and pursue a future career in science. As a high school student, you will have the opportunity to earn money for six weeks during the summer working with animals, plants, insects, machinery, scientific lab equipment, etc.
The program is opened to students that have finished their sophomore year, juniors and seniors and are 16 years by May 31.
Application deadline is January 31, 2011 - transcript and two letters of recommendation from science, math or agriculture teachers are required.
Visit the website for complete information: http://www.ysp.caes.uga.edu/ ; a flyer can be found at http://www.caes.uga.edu/?tiny=MI03J8
Optimist Essay Contest
OCHS students are invited to participate in the Annual Optimist International Essay Contest. This contest gives an opportunity for students to voice their opinions, receive recognition, and to have the chance to receive a $6000 scholarship by winning at the Optimist International Level. Please see Mr. Guthas in the guidance office for contest rules and regulations. All essays must be submitted by January 11, 2011.
Robert C Byrd Scholarship
The Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship is a $1,500 award renewable for up to three additional years. You must be a legal resident of Georgia to apply and have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement. Only one senior may be nominated from OCHS for this scholarship. If you are interested in being nominated, please see Mr. Guthas in the guidance office by Tuesday, November 30.
Janice M Scott Memorial Scholarship Program
Seniors who have a GPA of a 3.0 or higher and whose parents combined income does not exceed $100,000 are invited to apply for the Janice M. Scott Memorial Scholarship Fund. Students must be a US citizen and have demonstrated leadership abilities through participating in community services or other extracurricular activities. Applications can be picked up in the guidance office and must be postmarked by March 31, 2011.
Friday, October 15, 2010
Paige Campbell and Meghan Thurman will be holding a grief workshop at the Loran Smith Center at ARMC beginning Tuesday, October 19, 2010 through December 14, 2010. The group will meet from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. for nine weeks. Contact Meghan Thurman at 706.475.4900 for more information
Fall semester EOCT dates
December 2 - 3: American Lit. & Ninth Lit/Comp
December 6 - 7: Biology & US History
December 8 - 9: Math I & Math II
Grades 9-10 – Clemson C-CATS
Clemson's Challenge for Academically Talented Students (C-CATS), is a program designed specifically for high achieving 9th and 10th grade students. C-CATS introduces students to Clemson University through exciting weekend adventures that engage them in the academic, social and recreational best Clemson has to offer. To learn more, please visit www.c-cats.org . Clemson is looking for students who are expected to be ranked in the top 10 percent of their class and whose academic records predict an SAT score of 1300 or higher. Please see Mr. Guthas in the guidance office if you are interested in attending.
Grades 11-12 – UGA’s Lamar Dodd School of Art
The Lamar Dodd School of Art at UGA would like to invite high school junior and senior art students and parents who are seriously interested in careers in studio art and design to an Open House at the New Lamar Dodd School of Art's River Road facility on Saturday, October 23. This new 40 million dollar facility houses all of the schools outstanding 2-D studio programs in painting and drawing, graphic design, printmaking, photography, fabric design, scientific illustration, and Art X: expanded forms, as well as the art history and art education programs and serves as the hub for the ceramics, sculpture, interior design, jewelry and metals programs which occupy four other buildings on campus.
We would love for you to come and visit to hear about our program and to see our wonderful facility on beautiful East Campus. For interested students we will have instructors who can review their portfolios and offer advice. See the Lamar Dodd Website for additional information for this event and other programs at http://www.art.uga.edu/index.php .
Please let us know if you and your guests will be attending either Session I or Session II please RSVP by October 21, 2010 at artinfo@uga.edu or 706.542.1511
Grade 12 – New Scholarships
Eta Iota Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., provides scholarships to deserving high school seniors who are planning to attend a four year college or university. The scholarship is a non-renewable award of $500. The scholarship will be awarded to applicants based on scholastic achievement, extracurricular activities, community involvement, communication skills and an interview. Applications can be picked up in the guidance office and must be postmarked by November 20, 2010.
Up to $180,000 can be used for tuition, books and other fees through the Navy ROTC Scholarship. You can choose your own major through this program. A list of available schools that you can choose from and the application can be found at www.nrotc.navy.mil . You may also call Petty Officer David Blalock at (404) 895-8679 for more information. With this scholarship, you get your first year of college paid for and experience the Navy ROTC Program without any commitment to the Navy. If you decide to drop the program after the first year, you do not have to pay any money back.
Fall semester EOCT dates
December 2 - 3: American Lit. & Ninth Lit/Comp
December 6 - 7: Biology & US History
December 8 - 9: Math I & Math II
Grades 9-10 – Clemson C-CATS
Clemson's Challenge for Academically Talented Students (C-CATS), is a program designed specifically for high achieving 9th and 10th grade students. C-CATS introduces students to Clemson University through exciting weekend adventures that engage them in the academic, social and recreational best Clemson has to offer. To learn more, please visit www.c-cats.org . Clemson is looking for students who are expected to be ranked in the top 10 percent of their class and whose academic records predict an SAT score of 1300 or higher. Please see Mr. Guthas in the guidance office if you are interested in attending.
Grades 11-12 – UGA’s Lamar Dodd School of Art
The Lamar Dodd School of Art at UGA would like to invite high school junior and senior art students and parents who are seriously interested in careers in studio art and design to an Open House at the New Lamar Dodd School of Art's River Road facility on Saturday, October 23. This new 40 million dollar facility houses all of the schools outstanding 2-D studio programs in painting and drawing, graphic design, printmaking, photography, fabric design, scientific illustration, and Art X: expanded forms, as well as the art history and art education programs and serves as the hub for the ceramics, sculpture, interior design, jewelry and metals programs which occupy four other buildings on campus.
We would love for you to come and visit to hear about our program and to see our wonderful facility on beautiful East Campus. For interested students we will have instructors who can review their portfolios and offer advice. See the Lamar Dodd Website for additional information for this event and other programs at http://www.art.uga.edu/index.php .
Please let us know if you and your guests will be attending either Session I or Session II please RSVP by October 21, 2010 at artinfo@uga.edu or 706.542.1511
Grade 12 – New Scholarships
Eta Iota Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., provides scholarships to deserving high school seniors who are planning to attend a four year college or university. The scholarship is a non-renewable award of $500. The scholarship will be awarded to applicants based on scholastic achievement, extracurricular activities, community involvement, communication skills and an interview. Applications can be picked up in the guidance office and must be postmarked by November 20, 2010.
Up to $180,000 can be used for tuition, books and other fees through the Navy ROTC Scholarship. You can choose your own major through this program. A list of available schools that you can choose from and the application can be found at www.nrotc.navy.mil . You may also call Petty Officer David Blalock at (404) 895-8679 for more information. With this scholarship, you get your first year of college paid for and experience the Navy ROTC Program without any commitment to the Navy. If you decide to drop the program after the first year, you do not have to pay any money back.
Friday, October 8, 2010
Monday, October 11 is a student holiday. Students will return to class on Tuesday, October 12.
PSAT - On Wednesday, October 13 we are giving the PSAT to all freshmen and sophomores and to juniors who signed up. We will run a reverse schedule on our regular bell schedule. If we need additional time we will hold the bell going to WP.
Our schedule will be as follows:
Students will eat lunch based on the location of their 2nd block class.
EOCT Dates for fall semester:
Grief Workshop - Paige Campbell and Meghan Thurman will be holding a grief workshop at the Loran Smith Center at ARMC beginning Tuesday, October 19, 2010 through December 14, 2010. The group will meet from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. for nine weeks. Please contact Meghan Thurman 706.475.4900 at for more information.
Grade 12 – Yearbook ads
Senior ad preview night will be Monday, Oct. 25 from 6:00-7:00pm in room K-14. If you would like to proof your child's ad, please plan on attending during this time.
Grade 12 – New Scholarships
The Servant Leadership Program at Columbus State University is a four-year leadership development program that focuses on leadership through service. Please visit http://servant.colstate.edu for more information. Scholarships are available for students nominated to be in this program. The amount of the scholarship is $2,500 per year. Please see Mr. Guthas in the guidance office if you are interested in this program. Nominees for the program must be turned in to CSU by Friday, November 5.
PSAT - On Wednesday, October 13 we are giving the PSAT to all freshmen and sophomores and to juniors who signed up. We will run a reverse schedule on our regular bell schedule. If we need additional time we will hold the bell going to WP.
Our schedule will be as follows:
| 4th block | 8:15 - 9:46 |
| 3rd block | 9:51 - 11:22 |
| Warrior Period | 11:27 - 11:52 |
| 2nd Block | 11:57 - 1:54 |
| 1st Block | 1:59 - 3:30 |
Students will eat lunch based on the location of their 2nd block class.
EOCT Dates for fall semester:
- October 19-20: Economics (a 9 week course)
- December 2 - 3: Amer. Lit. & Ninth Lit.
- December 6 - 7: Biology & US History
- December 8 - 9: Math I & Math II
Grief Workshop - Paige Campbell and Meghan Thurman will be holding a grief workshop at the Loran Smith Center at ARMC beginning Tuesday, October 19, 2010 through December 14, 2010. The group will meet from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. for nine weeks. Please contact Meghan Thurman 706.475.4900 at for more information.
Grade 12 – Yearbook ads
Senior ad preview night will be Monday, Oct. 25 from 6:00-7:00pm in room K-14. If you would like to proof your child's ad, please plan on attending during this time.
Grade 12 – New Scholarships
The Servant Leadership Program at Columbus State University is a four-year leadership development program that focuses on leadership through service. Please visit http://servant.colstate.edu for more information. Scholarships are available for students nominated to be in this program. The amount of the scholarship is $2,500 per year. Please see Mr. Guthas in the guidance office if you are interested in this program. Nominees for the program must be turned in to CSU by Friday, November 5.
Friday, October 1, 2010
New Progress Report and Report Card dates:
OCHS is changing our progress report dates to align with the K-8 progress report dates. These dates are:
November 12 (is November 5 in Handbook)
February 11 (is February 4 in Handbook)
April 22 (is April 15 in Handbook)
The other dates listed for report cards remain as listed.
College Visits for Juniors:
There has been a change in the college visit process to allow Juniors as well as Seniors 2 college visit days a year. Currently only Seniors are eligible for college visits. If your student is interested, they need to pick up a college visit form from the counseling office, fill out the information and get it signed by their teachers and parents. This needs to be turned in to the attendance office at least 3 days in advance. Then after visiting they need to turn in a letter to the attendance office from the college verifying their visit. These days do not count towards exam exemptions.
Graduation Announcements
All seniors have been given information on graduation announcements. Balfour will be here on Oct. 14 and 15 during all lunches to take orders. Orders can also be made online at www.gabalfour.com.
OCHS is changing our progress report dates to align with the K-8 progress report dates. These dates are:
November 12 (is November 5 in Handbook)
February 11 (is February 4 in Handbook)
April 22 (is April 15 in Handbook)
The other dates listed for report cards remain as listed.
College Visits for Juniors:
There has been a change in the college visit process to allow Juniors as well as Seniors 2 college visit days a year. Currently only Seniors are eligible for college visits. If your student is interested, they need to pick up a college visit form from the counseling office, fill out the information and get it signed by their teachers and parents. This needs to be turned in to the attendance office at least 3 days in advance. Then after visiting they need to turn in a letter to the attendance office from the college verifying their visit. These days do not count towards exam exemptions.
Graduation Announcements
All seniors have been given information on graduation announcements. Balfour will be here on Oct. 14 and 15 during all lunches to take orders. Orders can also be made online at www.gabalfour.com.
Friday, September 24, 2010
Change of Progress Report Dates:
OCHS is changing our progress report dates to align with the K-8 progress report dates. These dates are:
November 12 (is November 5 in Handbook)
February 11 (is February 4 in Handbook)
April 22 (is April 15 in Handbook)
The other dates listed for report cards remain as listed.
PSAT – On October 13, OCHS will administer the PSAT. It will be given to all 9th and 10th graders and to 11th graders who have signed up.
Many 11th graders don’t think they need to take it, but actually taking it again is very useful and the best preparation for the SAT because:
Juniors can sign up until October 1st in the Guidance office, the cost is $15.
Family Dining Day supporting the Oconee Area Resource Council on September 27, 2010
Where is the best place to talk with your kids? At the Dinner table! Please join us for national Family Dining Day at one of these participating restaurants with your family to talk about your kids favorite topic—them! A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to the Oconee Area Resource Council to help us continue our prevention and education efforts in Oconee county.
Participating Restaurants
Visit our website: www.oconeeconnection.org
Grade 12 – New Scholarships
If you are a truly motivated, dedicated and involved high school senior, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation is awarding $3 million a year in scholarships to 250 deserving students just like you. Apply online at www.coca-colascholars.org . The deadline to receive completed applications is October 31.
OCHS is changing our progress report dates to align with the K-8 progress report dates. These dates are:
November 12 (is November 5 in Handbook)
February 11 (is February 4 in Handbook)
April 22 (is April 15 in Handbook)
The other dates listed for report cards remain as listed.
PSAT – On October 13, OCHS will administer the PSAT. It will be given to all 9th and 10th graders and to 11th graders who have signed up.
Many 11th graders don’t think they need to take it, but actually taking it again is very useful and the best preparation for the SAT because:
- It's cheaper than the SAT - the SAT costs $47 (the PSAT is a $32 savings!)
- Students get back more than just a score, they get their answer book, their answers, the correct answers, and access to a customized online study plan. If your student takes the SAT "for practice," all they get back is a score!
- If they do poorly on a part, it doesn't matter because it can't be used for college admissions. Then they have time to get their score up before taking the SAT
- If they do very well, they can earn scholarships
Juniors can sign up until October 1st in the Guidance office, the cost is $15.
Family Dining Day supporting the Oconee Area Resource Council on September 27, 2010
Where is the best place to talk with your kids? At the Dinner table! Please join us for national Family Dining Day at one of these participating restaurants with your family to talk about your kids favorite topic—them! A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to the Oconee Area Resource Council to help us continue our prevention and education efforts in Oconee county.
Participating Restaurants
- Barberitos Town Center & Epps Bridge
- Chef Ming’s Kroger Shopping Center
- Chicken Express Watkinsville
- Dairy Queen Experiment Station Road
- Jersey Mike’s Subs Epps Bridge
- La Parilla Market center
- Mirkos’s Town Center
- Scoops Market Center
Visit our website: www.oconeeconnection.org
Grade 12 – New Scholarships
If you are a truly motivated, dedicated and involved high school senior, the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation is awarding $3 million a year in scholarships to 250 deserving students just like you. Apply online at www.coca-colascholars.org . The deadline to receive completed applications is October 31.
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