Cardinal Weekly

The OHS/OMS Spring Concert is scheduled for March 30 at 7pm in thye OHS PAC. They would love to see your families and community attend this event.

Be on the lookout for fun facts about the profession and upcoming contest Sports Medicine Club with Ms Romo is planning. In the meantime, here are a few facts about athletic training:

1. Athletic training encompasses the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of emergent, acute or chronic injuries and medical conditions.

2. More than 70 percent of athletic trainers hold at least a master’s degree

If you are interested in medicine, atletic training or want to be a part of a great team of students led by Ms Romo, OHS Sports Medicine Club meets after school on Thursdays in Portable 6.

Running Start Parent Night is Tue Mar 22, 2022 6pm - 7pm. It is a virtual meeting. Look in your emails for the meet link or contact Penny Nelson-Schlegel in the Counseling Center.

On Wednesday March 9th during all 3 lunches... Orting FFA and Aggies bring you our very first AG RALLY!

This AG Rally is taking place right before registration so we can spread the word about the Agricultural Education Pathways the Orting AgEd Program will be offering next year ALL THE WHILE having some FFA Fun!

Please join us for some barrel racing outside the PAC, cheer on your favorite team, and learn a little bit about Ag and FFA! Our FFA & Agriculture students have been beautifying the Greenhouse area on campus, have attended a few competitions and traveled. FFA and Agriculture clases are open to anyone interested at OHS in next years schedules. Come learn more!

All students, please listen! You or a Guardian need to come in and sign the book at the attendance window BEFORE leaving campus early for any reason. This includes if you are leaving and coming back or if a parent called you out earlier. When you are not in Mrs Swanson’s sign out book and you have left campus, that is considered truancy at school. We are going to start writing discipline referrals for truancy. We would much rather have you visit us in the office to sign out rather than visit us for a write up!

Congratulations to our hoopers who were recognized by league coaches for their work and success this season!!

Boys Basketball

Gannon Greenan- Honorable Mention

Girls Basketball

Rylie Elmore- Honorable Mention

Abby Depping- Honorable Mention

Ka'iu Visperas- Honorable Mention

McKenzie Kneeland- Honorable Mention

Athletic weightlifting club is meeting in the mornings on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 6:20-7:15. Open to all athletes who are looking to gain that extra edge

Baseball V (0,0) JV (0,0)

- March 12 Varsity AWAY East Valley H.S. (Yakima) 11am and 1pm

Fastpitch V (0,0) JV (0,0)

- March 11 Varsity is AWAY Peninsula H.S. 4pm

- March 12 Jamboree AWAY at Bonney Lake H.S.

JV: 11am TBD, 1:30 pm Bonney Lake H.S., 2:45 pm Auburn Riverside

Varsity: 11am Bonney Lake H.S., 12:15 pm Auburn Riverside

Boys Soccer

- Games start March 15

Track

-Meets start soon

Mrs Thomsposn wanted to share this fun coding activity. Here are the details:

Coldplay and Code.org believe in the power of computer science education for every student, in every classroom around the world. That's why we're teaming up to inspire students everywhere to code and dance - let's celebrate the magic of computer science and music!

Join the party by using Code.org's Dance Party activity to code your own choreography to Coldplay's "Higher Power." Get creative with classic moves, and have fun with new album-inspired visuals and dancer formations!

Post or submit your creations for Coldplay and Code.org to see, and we'll share the best ones on social media. Plus, you'll get a chance to win tickets to see Coldplay on tour, or a chance for your classroom to video chat with the band. START HERE.

Jesus club meets every Wednesday in Portable AA with Mrs Gum. They will have a big St Patrick’s Day party with lots of food and and scavenger hunt on March 16th and all are welcome to attend.

We have applications for the trip in the OHS office and you can still join. The deadline has been extended a few more days.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UkaXdUGFXgdOgZCUPRve654uUMZOAxnI4zTDrpd4gbI/edit

Follow Project Grad on facebook for more Grad events -

https://www.facebook.com/projectgrad2022/

I am excited to announce that the portal is NOW OPEN for student’s to apply for two of the scholarships that the Tacoma Athletic Commission awards each year, the Clay Huntington Sports Communication and the Stan Naccarato Sports and Civic Betterment Scholarships.

The Clay Huntington Sports Communication Scholarship is for students that have been, or are interested in, pursuing sports communication and journalism. The scholarship is for $2,500. Click here to learn more about the Clay Huntington Sports Communication Scholarship and apply.

The Stan Naccarato Sports and Civic Betterment Scholarship is for a student that has been involved in both sports and volunteering within their community. The scholarship is for $2,500. Click here to learn more about the Stan Naccarato Sports and Civic Betterment Scholarship and apply.

Due March 15, 2022

The Ben B Cheney Scholarship is now open! Must be a 2022 Senior and plan to attend a school in fall, have played at least one WIAA Varsity sport. See Counseling Center Scholarship/Community Scholarship folder for the application!

Due March 15, 2022

Elianna A. Russell (In Memory) Nursing Scholarship (2022). Eligible to (3# high school senior band members or a high school seniors wishing to pursue nursing as a career in college ($500 each). Apply Here!

Due March 15, 2022

Lewis-McChord Family Scholarship These scholarships have given financial support to children and spouses of military service members. Apply here!

Due March 15, 2022

BMW/SAE Engineering Scholarship is for Seniors with a 3.75+ GPA persuing a STEM/Engineering degree at an ABET accredited program. Awards up to $1500. Apply Here!

Due March 31, 2022

Upsolve Access to Justice Scholarship

Provide their application a 500 to 1,000 word essay on your ideas for a more equitable legal system. Apply here!

Due March 31, 2022

Seniors! Have you been or are you currently a Molen Orthodontics patient? If so, apply for the Molen Orthodontics Scholarship worth $500! See the Counseling Center scholarship page for the application, and more information! Download the application here!

Due March 31, 2022

Blacks at Microsoft. Multple awards/amounts. Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or select business programs (such as finance, business administration, or marketing). Demonstrate a passion for technology. Apply Here!

Due June 1, 2022

The Quota of Tacoma First Generation Scholarship. For first generation female students enrolled, or recently accepted, as a student at a postsecondary institution. Apply here!

Due June 28, 2022

Xavier Cooper Everyone Learns Differently Scholarship (Essay award amounts of $5,000 and up). Preference will be given to students with learning impairment or disabilities, and/or to students who have experienced time in the juvenile justice system, and/or students who struggle in school due to social, personal, or financial challenges who are pursuing higher education. Apply Here!

Student & Family Messaging

Search and Apply for Scholarships at theWashBoard.org

Private scholarships are one tool to help make college or training after high school more affordable. Businesses, organizations, and colleges award scholarships to students for community service, good grades, athletic ability, or a variety of other qualities or activities.

Students in Washington can create a profile on theWashBoard.org to be matched with potential scholarship opportunities. The site is spam-free and will never sell your information.

Follow these tips when searching and applying for scholarships:

• DO apply for local scholarships at your high school, in your community, and at the college you plan to attend.
• DO mind the details. Scholarship requirements and deadlines vary, so follow instructions and submit your paperwork on time.
• DO continue to apply for scholarships while you are in college.
• DON’T pay money for information or assistance with scholarship searches. There are plenty of free, trustworthy options online, like theWashBoard.org. You can also ask your school counselor for help.
• DON’T waste time and energy. Make sure you meet any requirements before you apply. Also, many scholarship applications require essays on similar topics—it’s okay to reuse your work on multiple applications.

Colleges May Adjust Financial Aid Based on Change in Circumstances

If someone in your family has lost a job or is working less, colleges may be able to provide more financial aid

Colleges may adjust financial aid based on a student’s or parent’s job loss, loss of benefits (like child support), or even extraordinary medical or dental bills. Each situation is different, and colleges’ requirements vary, so students should contact the financial aid office to talk about options:

• If you’ve already completed a 2022-23 FAFSA or WASFA, talk to the financial aid office about your situation.
• If you haven’t applied for financial aid, it’s not too late. Submit your application, then follow up with the college to discuss changes.

Never pay for assistance with the financial aid appeals process. If you need help, stick with free, trustworthy resources like SwiftStudent.

Learn more about financial aid appeals and plan your future on the WSAC website.

Each episode of The College Tour will focus on a single college or university. It is expensive to travel to Colleges of interest so you can learn more. This series that Mrs Nelson discovered allows you to tour campuses from your own living room!
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From campus life, academics, housing, sports, activities, and much more… each student driven segment will give young people an inside look at what it’s truly like being a student at the featured college or university.

Join us for a truly one-of-a-kind series featuring colleges and universities in a way they have never been seen before!

Click here to watch the show and episodes on Amazon Prime. I embedded a clip below from our University of Puget Sound that aired this year.

Plan Your Future on These Trusted WSAC Websites

There is no shortage of college and career-planning advice out there, especially online. Some is good, some is…not-so-good. So where can you find information that is correct and clear? The Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC) offers trustworthy web resources that can help you find the right education and career path for you.

• WSAC Website. Review WSAC’s Plan Your Future page for information and resources on college planning, career exploration, financial aid, apprenticeship, and more. Learn about Washington’s state financial aid programs and how to apply for financial aid.
• College & Career Compass. Explore your options with the College & Career Compass. This web-based tool will help you identify educational pathways that can lead to promising careers and a brighter future.
• GEAR UP Student & Family Resources. Access free college planning resources on the GEAR UP website. GEAR UP links to quality materials and websites about planning your path, paying for college, visiting campuses, and building a support system

• WASFA: Application for state aid only, for people who are undocumented or who do not qualify for federal aid because of their immigration status, and in limited circumstances for others who cannot or choose not to file a FAFSA.
• Explore Wa Community & Technical Colleges - all 34 of them.
• Career Connect Washington. Type an interest and search for schools and programs by a particular zip code.
• Washingtron Career Bridge. Pick an interest and find a program in Wa.

Once you have committed to your post-high school plans - Colleges, Apprentice, Military, etc.., please see Ms Nelson in the Counseling Center to be added to our OHS parade of Senior Commitments.

Today, more than 90,000 schools participate in the School Breakfast Program. On an average day, 14.5 million students are served with fresh and nutritious breakfast as they head to their classes.

To learn more, visit https://nationaltoday.com/national-school-breakfast-week/

Breakfast Choices - Free to all students

• Friday, March 4: Pizza Bagle & Various Grab-n-Go Options
• Monday, March 7: Dutch Waffle & Various Grab-n-Go Options
• Tuesday, March 8: Breakfast Tornado & Various Grab-n-Go Options
• Wednesday, March 9: Egg, Sausage, Potatoes & Various Grab-n-Go Options
• Thursday, March 10: Pancake on a stick & Various Grab-n-Go Options
• Friday, March 11: Mini Donuts & Various Grab-n-Go Options

Lunch Choices - Free to all students

March Menu coming soon

• Friday, March 4: Hamburger Stroganoff, PIzza or Burrito
• Monday, March 7: Nachos, Cheeseburger & Fries or Burrito
  
• Tuesday, March 8: Teriyaki Dippers & Rice, Sandwich Bar or Burrito
• Wednesday, March 9: Chicken Nuggets & Fries, Ham & Cheese Wraps or Burrito
• Thursday, March 10: Pizza, Sandwich Bar or Burrito
• Friday, March 11: Corndog, Taco Salad or Burrito

*menu subject to changes due to inventory

Unplugging is about becoming aware, reflecting, finding balance, and having fun! National Day of Unplugging provides a great reason for us to connect with people in personal ways, engage in non-tech activities, and try new habits that we can use long-term to support our tech-life balance.

Here are 4 easy ways to disconnect on the National Day of Unplugging.

Manage Device Notifications. Which notifications do you really need? Turn the rest off! So simple, yet so powerful to take control of your attention.

Take the Day Off Social Media. Let friends & family know in advance how to reach you. Replace your freed-up time with activities that you enjoy.

Have a Device-Free Evening. Read a book, play games, cook a nice meal, exercise.

Reflect and Talk to Someone About Technology. What are the positive sides? What are the negative? What would you like to change?

We need to reflect on our technology use now more than ever. Because the more dependent we get on technology, the more vital it is to have a balanced relationship with it.

Spend an hour or a full day away from technology on National Day of Unplugging, (sundown-to-sundown) March 4-5, 2022. #ndu2022