Tuesday, May 10, 2022
Oak Ridge High School Daily Bulletin
STUDENT INFO
Congratulations to Andy Lee who won the District Singles Tennis Final 6-1, 6-0 over Bearden’s Preston Young on Mother’s Day. Andy’s win gives him a “three-peat” as a TSSAA District Singles Champion, in 2019, 2021, & 2022. Gavin Graham from West High School is Andy’s first opponent at the Region 2 Tournament in Knoxville this Thursday. (Tu) – D. Bowman
Please check lost and found in Attendance if you have lost anything in the past 8 weeks. There is also a pink scooter and backpack that have been left in Student Services that need to be picked up. (Tu, Th) – C. Rhinehart
It’s Powderpuff Week! Please join us this Friday May 13th for the second annual powderpuff games at Blankenship Field. Gates open at 5pm, and the first game will begin at 5:30. Don’t miss this great opportunity to support Second Harvest of East Tennessee while cheering on your favorite team. (Tu- F) – A. Wagner
Fall Block AP U. S. History students, please return your textbooks to Mr. Senter ASAP now that the AP Exam is finished—thank you! (Tu,Th) – K. Senter
On Friday, May 13, yearbooks will be distributed in the B-Gym during a first period assembly schedule. You will be dismissed by announcement to pick up your book if you already ordered one, or you may purchase a book for $85, cash only, during that time. Only 60 books remain for purchase, and books are likely to sell out. Once they sell out, they are gone for good. (M-Th 5.9-12) R. Hale
It’s that time of year again! The good news is summer break is right around the corner. The bad news is all your library books are now due. To avoid being mercilessly and relentlessly hassled by the library staff, please return your books right away. Thank you! (M, Tu, Th) – C. Milloway
There will be a mandatory meeting for all Convocation Ushers with Madame Barry right after school on Thursday, May 12th in the Performing Arts Center (Auditorium) to discuss duties and practice before the Senior Breakfast on Monday, May 16th. If you are unable to attend, please see Madame Barry in CS 307 before Thursday. Thank you! (Th) – E. Barry
We have one more college visit scheduled! May 11th the New York Film Academy will host a virtual meeting during lunch. If you would like to participate in the NY Film Academy meeting, email Ms. Campbell (akcampbell@ortn.edu) and she’ll send you the link. (T,Th) – A. Campbell
TnPromise Opportunities
Robertsville Middle School will host their STEM night on May 19th. Volunteers are needed from 4:30 – 8:00 pm. A form has been sent to seniors’ ortn.edu email with a link to sign up to volunteer. The due date to sign up is May 16th. Underclassmen are welcome to email Mrs. Thompson at sathompson@ortn.edu if you want to volunteer. (Tu,Th 5.16) S. Thompson
SENIOR INFORMATION
There will be a mandatory meeting for all Convocation Ushers with Madame Barry right after school on Thursday, May 12th in the Performing Arts Center (Auditorium) to discuss duties and practice before the Senior Breakfast on Monday, May 16th. If you are unable to attend, please see Madame Barry in CS 307 before Thursday. Thank you!
Seniors: if you missed out on getting a senior signature shirt, Mrs. Ledden has a few extra t-shirts available. Please see her in CS347 for pricing info and sizes available. (Th) – T. Ledden
Seniors: Laptop collection will take place Friday, May 13, during 1st period in the B gym. We will be on a morning activity schedule that day. For more details, please see the messages sent out via Skyward, email, and your Class of 2022 Canvas page. (Th) – O. Ritter
SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Are you planning to study computer science, technology or engineering? This scholarship from Perlego may be for you! The applications for 2022 opened April 18th and the deadline is August 20, 2022. Details have been sent to seniors ortn.edu email address. Please see Mrs. Thompson if you have questions. (T,Th)
The Mitsui USA Foundation Scholarship has announced $5,000 scholarship for students who will be freshman in the Fall of 2022 and are attending the following universities: any school in the UT System, Austin Peay, ETSU, MTSU, TN State, TN Tech, University of Memphis. Four scholarships will be awarded. Eligibility guidelines, application materials and selection criteria are available in the iNews. The application is due May 31st! See Mrs. Thompson if you have any questions. (T, Th)
ORHS Sports Tryout Info & Events
SAVE THE DATE
Free Sports Physical Clinic
Sunday, May 22 1:00 – 3:00 Wildcat Arena
Check out all sports tryout dates on the Athletics Website