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myOHSonline

The school newspaper of Oakville High School

myOHSonline

The school newspaper of Oakville High School

myOHSonline

Grant Cracchiolo (12) helps John Carnaghi (10) in the commons to figure out where his classes are on the first day of school. “It was very humbling helping people navigate the school,” said Cracchiolo, “because beforehand I myself had to know the layout. It took more preparation than I thought after reviewing the map because I was scared I would tell people to go the wrong way.”

Leadership students help others with the return to school

Jack Butchart, reporter October 28, 2020

With OHS students returning to in-person learning, the leadership class has stepped up to help students navigate the first days of school.  The Leadership class, taught by Mrs. Laura Bishop and...

Jojo LaBrier (12) leads freshmen on a tour of the school.

Leadership class welcomes freshmen to OHS

Jack Butchart, reporter October 20, 2020

With Covid-19 still rampant and keeping high school students in virtual school for the first nine weeks of the school year, current freshmen may be a little confused about what high school looks like....

Mrs. Amy Crean teaching virtually at OHS during the online model.

Teachers adapt to challenges at home

Bethany Whitener, reporter October 20, 2020

Teachers are finding that there are more demands and challenges when it comes to teaching online, but are adjusting to make it work efficiently and effectively.  OHS teacher Mrs. Amy Crean, who...

 Ms. Amy Clark distributing test forms to students in the cafeteria.

Seniors take ACT at school

Cassandra Ludwig, Webmaster October 12, 2020

Bring your pencils, calculators, and masks. It’s ACT day. But this one looks a little different for the Class of 2021.  For the last four years, the school provides a free ACT (American College...

Amber Apetz (11) watching M*A*S*H with her family.

Students, staff try to stay positive during pandemic

Bethany Whitener, reporter May 21, 2020

During this unprecedented pandemic, OHS staff and students are keeping hopes alive by spreading positivity throughout the community and finding creative ways to spend time with loved ones.  “My...

This is a sign for one of the many birthday parades held in Oakville during the pandemic.

Covid-19 fails to ruin local birthday celebrations

Amanda Parker, reporter May 18, 2020

With the current social distancing order banning large gatherings, events such as birthdays, weddings, and even just spending time with friends has become near impossible. However, Oakville resident Hollie...

Mr. Casey Olearnick being taped to the columns in the commons during a NHS fundraiser his first year at OHS.

Assistant principal Olearnick announces departure after two years at OHS

Kelsey Overstreet, reporter May 15, 2020

There have been many big changes this year, but there will be at least one more big change next year. Assistant principal Mr. Casey Olearnick announced recently that he will not be returning to OHS next...

Science teacher Ms. Rebecca Kirchhofer holding a sign she made for her students to lift their spirits during this pandemic.

OHS finds fun ways to connect with students

Bonnie Niedermann, reporter May 14, 2020

The Coronavirus outbreak has put a dent on the 2019-2020 school year, but the staff at OHS is lifting spirits in many different ways.  Back in mid-April, “Oakville Spring Spirit (Fri)days”...

For the first year ever, students will be taking AP exams online.

College board changes the way AP exams are administered

Jack Butchart, reporter May 13, 2020

With the recent changes to learning experienced worldwide, the College Board had to adapt to these changes as well.  Normally, Advanced Placement tests consist of a multiple choice section and...

Last years graduation ceremony was held at Chaifetz Arena, the first OHS graduation ceremony ever held at the arena on the St. Louis University campus. This is Sam Gandhi accepting his diploma from Mrs. Peggy Hassler of the Mehlville Board of Education. Sam was the 2019 Student Body President.

OHS moves prom, graduation to July

Leyla Vilic, Editor-in-Chief May 12, 2020

Covid-19 has ruined plans for millions of people around the world, and OHS is no different. Prom and graduation, two of the most memorable events in a student’s life, have been affected. The unknown...

Mrs. Jackie Neeley placing a senior yard sign on the lawn of Kaile Kalton. Teachers delivered signs to all seniors on Saturday, May 2, as part of the OHS Yard Sign Brigade.

OHS faculty and staff surprise seniors with yard signs

Ellie West, reporter May 12, 2020

With the senior class missing the last part of senior year, the OHS faculty and staff tried to make things a little better. On May 2, OHS staff members delivered yard signs to each senior.   “This...

Students are looking at their entire class schedule through Google Classroom, many of them on their laptops at home.

Students engage in new form of learning from a distance

Jack Butchart, reporter April 28, 2020

On March 13, students left for spring break. What they did not know is that they would not be returning to school for the rest of the academic year.  Due to the Covid-19 virus, school districts...

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