Black History Month Figure Highlight
Before the March on Washington, Bayard Rustin was the brilliant mind behind the scenes who made it all happen. A key strategist and organizer for the Civil Rights Movement, Rustin was the architect of the 1963 March on Washington, where over 250,000 people gathered to demand racial equality, jobs, and justice. He was a master of nonviolent protest and played a crucial role in shaping the movement, though his contributions were often overshadowed by others in the spotlight.
Rustin’s activism didn’t stop there. He was also a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, peace, and social justice, even though being openly gay at the time led to criticism and challenges within the movement. Despite facing both racial and homophobic discrimination, Rustin remained dedicated to fighting for justice and equality for all.
His work paved the way for significant change, yet his story was often left untold. But today, we remember Bayard Rustin for his unwavering dedication, brilliance, and courage.
New Dance Rules: What You Need to Know
Oceana students, before you head to the dance, be sure you're familiar with the rules to ensure a fun and safe night.
Students will not be admitted 30 minutes after the dance begins, so don’t be fashionably late past 7:00 pm. If you need to leave, you may do so 1.5 hours after the start without a parent call. Backpacks and large bags are not permitted, small bags (5.5" by 8") are allowed for students whose attire do not include pockets. All students will be searched before entering, and students may be rechecked at any time. Only unopened disposable water bottles are allowed, and outside opened drinks are not permitted. If you bring a guest from another school, you are responsible for their behavior.
Students must comply with all supervising personnel immediately when given a directive. The school dress code will still be enforced, so plan your outfit accordingly. Prohibited items include weapons such as pocket knives or pepper spray, as well as drugs, alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and even over-the-counter pain relievers. Any student who fails to follow these rules may be removed from the dance, and their family will be called to pick them up. Follow the guidelines, be respectful, and enjoy the night!
For the full new Rules and Protocols, please review this document.
Youth Voting Advisory Committee Applications Due March 2nd
The mission of the committee is to advise and to help spread election and voting information and to increase pre-registration, registration and voting among young voters.
The Youth Voting Advisory Committee also provides recommendations identifying and prioritizing activities, programs, and policies to ensure young voters have equal access to the ballot and understand how to register to vote. Consider applying to have you voice heard!
Oceana Yearbook 2025 on Sale Now
This year's yearbook is currently on sale online at Yearbook Forever. The price will be slightly increasing throughout the year, starting in November, so purchase your yearbook now for the best deal!
Mock Trial Competition
In January and February, Oceana participated in Teach Democracy’s Mock Trial competition at the Redwood City Courthouse. In Mock Trial, students take on the roles of attorneys, witnesses, bailiffs, court clerks, court artists, and court journalists for a criminal case; this year’s case was an alleged kidnapping of a candidate for the city council in a small town in California where the town and council candidates were divided over the issue of short-term rentals. Oceana’s team won 4 of their 6 trial competitions and did a wonderful job throughout the competition season.
Oceana's court artists, Aubrey DePriest and Adelina Lim, won first and second place in the Court Artist competition and our court journalist, Sarah Ghazzawi, won second place in the court journalist competition. Aubrey, Adelina, and Sarah are all able to attend the state competition in March. This is the second year in a row that all three students have won in the court artist and court journalist county competitions and were able to attend the state competition. Members of this year’s Mock Trial Team are: Sarah Ghazzawi, Benny Manio, Theodore Schimizzi, Ashley Rain Anacleto, Jiro De Guzman, Marina Sergeeva, Cesar Pumacayo, Savanna Valle, Jayden Vong, Justin Hsu, Aubrey Depriest, Emil Groth, Renzo Fukuda, Sofia Tong, Adelina Lim, Roger LeBlanc, Jeffrey Vasquez, Makayla Torres, and Alex Ha. Alamea Lewis was our alternate and tireless supporter throughout the competition. Our team’s amazing attorney coach is Marc Zafferano.
Sports Calendar
Interested in seeing a game? Fantastic! All of our sports games are on our school calendar. Come and support our athletes. Go Sharks!
Graduation Stoles
Last school year, Academic Council approved for graduates to wear one stole to the graduation ceremony. Academic Council wanted students to have a choice of representing a part of their identity, if they wish to do so. This will be the first year we are trying to give choices to students. We worked with Heff Jones to give options to students to choose from, graduating seniors can fill out this google form and choose a stole to wear at graduation. If seniors do not choose by March 21st, they will be ordered a standard red Oceana stole. Heff Jones will collect the orders, Oceana will pay for the stoles and the stoles will be given out during graduation practice.
Only seniors should order stoles for the 2025 Graduation. Graduation will be Thursday May 29th at 6pm in the gym.
Skyline College Priority Enrollment Day
Ms. Owyang will be taking seniors to Skyline College for Priority Enrollment Day on Thursday, May 1st! PEP day is for students attending Skyline College next fall so they can complete the mandatory orientation, have their 1:1 counseling appointments, hear about the Promise Scholars Program and prepare to choose classes for the first semester. Students who are attending Skyline next year as a first time college student must submit their Skyline application by Friday, March 7th in order to attend the field trip.
Ms. Owyang will be hosting a flex time on March 17th to give student permission slips for the field trip and provide information about PEP day.
Need support or have questions? Contact Ms. Owyang at aowyang@jeffersonunion.net
The Oceana General Scholarship
The Oceana General Scholarship application is NOW OPEN!!! The scholarship is open to all graduating seniors who will be attending a school/program after high school and who have a 2.0 gpa minimum.
1. Make a copy of the google document (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OyvVtRXPm6vo497ZlqZfVk9fil1HJvbksNo_w02rGoI/edit?usp=sharing?)
2. Type in your responses
3. Download the google doc as a PDF
4. Upload your PDF to the google form linked below (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfyCwDAAbfPNnc_30tlRwmouw9fCmci_lDNyWJIHIjewTV1aw/viewform)
Applications are due Friday, March 7th at 4pm
If you have any questions, contact Ms. Owyang @ aowyang@jeffersonunion.net
Ordering Transcripts
Attached is a link to order your transcripts when you need to. This link can apply to all grade levels, however Seniors might find this link most useful now.
Skyline College
Check out these workshops if you want info/support with Skyline College! Priority Enrollment Program Day is updated!
Questions? Email Ms. Owyang at aowyang@jeffersonunion.net
Daly City Youth Health Center
Daly City Youth Health Center wellness interns will be hosting a group for seniors and juniors on Wednesdays after school. The group will focus on post high school planning and students will learn DBT skills and other skills to manage anxiety and life stressors. The group will be capped at 12 students and students who attend prior sessions will have first dibs in the group.
On-Campus Field Trip
Committing to self-care means actively prioritizing your physical, mental and emotional well being. Join us on March 20th for a morning of presentations and self-care activities to explore different ways of taking care of yourself. Come by the counseling hall to pick up a permission form.
Counseling Digital Resource Slideshow
Attached is a slideshow containing all kinds of information you might need to know about Oceana! It discusses graduation requirements, senior exhibition, interim, and more. Additionally, the slideshow has links to digital resources you might find helpful, such as college application guides, SATs, financial aid support, and more.
JUHSD Mental Health Resources
We encourage all students to review the attached flyer and take advantage of these resources. Mental health is an important aspect of your overall well-being, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
The JUHSD Wellness Page also has many additional support resources.
Wellness Counseling Request Form
Wellness Counselor and School Social Worker can provide support with short-term mental health, stress management/mindfulness, grief/loss, anxiety/depression, health appointments, crisis, referrals to community resources/outside counseling, and more! No question or concern is too small!
Oceana High School
Website: https://www.juhsd.net/ohs
Location: 401 Paloma Avenue, Pacifica, CA, USA
Phone: 650-550-7300