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Post-break finals cause stress

Post-break finals cause stress

Ava Chancellor, Editor-in-Chief December 19, 2022

As the second year of post-break finals approaches, OHS students and teachers are having to overcome the challenges that come with testing after winter break. “Curriculum wise, what happens is I’m...

Finals will start on May 28 with first, second, and fourth block's exams. Fifth and eight block's exams will take place on June 1. Then students will finish the year with their third and seventh block exams on May 2.

OHS takes first finals in over a year

Amanda Parker, reporter May 21, 2021

With the school year quickly coming to an end, finals seem to be approaching faster than usual. However, it has actually been over a year since the last “normal” final was taken in the building. This...

Mitch Aschenbrenner  (11) and Carlie Dobbins (11) practice their Duo Interpretation presentation before their competition.

OHS Speech and Debate Season Comes to an End

Morgan Herrick, reporter March 17, 2021

OHS students competed last week (March 11-13) in the Eastern Missouri District of the National Speech and Debate Association to close out Speech and Debate’s season.  Although the season is over,...

Drum majors Carley Hopkins (12) and Kayla Cormack (12)  pose for a picture with the trophy.

Band places 7th at national competition

Cassandra Ludwig, Webmaster October 3, 2019

The OHS band has made history again at BOA (Bands of America) Ohio on Sept. 28.  The band competed in the 3A class and earned fourth placed in their preliminary performance, which allowed them...

Tips to take on finals

Christina Meier, Editor-in-Chief November 15, 2017

Although winter break is right around the corner, we OHS students still have one major barrier to get over until we are free for first semester: finals. Finals often bring a lot of extra stress for...

Finals are Finally Here…Now What?

A, Advice Columnist December 16, 2013

It is that time of the year again! As the temperature starts to drop the struggle to get grades up begins to rise. Everyone at OHS is dreading this week: finals. If you are a returning Oakville student...

The semester in review

Megan Haislar, Editor-in-Chief December 12, 2013

With the first semester coming to a close, it’s hard not to notice all of the changes this year at OHS. It’s time for a bit of a recap! The biggest change (and the one that we are constantly reminded...

A final change to the schedule

Hannah Hoffmeister, editor-in-chief November 26, 2013

This year the only things that will be the same when it comes to finals are the same grinding tests. Both Oakville and Mehlville have decided to space out the week for finals so that students have more...

A+ for the new finals schedule

A+ for the new finals schedule

Jess Roderick, Reporter November 24, 2013

At the end of every semester students dread finals. It can be stressful and overwhelming for most, especially because they’re essentially taking 6 different tests in just 2 days. By the time the semester...

How to study for finals

Maddie Foster , Online Editor-in-Chief and Profiles Editor May 20, 2013

It’s finally the last week of school. All that stands between us and summer is finals. As much as we dread finals they are important. They can make up 10% of a student’s grade. So what is the best...

Should some students be excused from finals?

Maddie Foster , Online Editor-in-Chief and Profiles Editor • May 20, 2013

Should all students have to take finals? At some schools students who have an A in a class are excused from that final. If a student has an A in a class they clearly understand the material so a taking...

Helpful hints for studying for finals

Helpful hints for studying for finals

Emily Maag, Editor In Chief December 19, 2011

This week is one of the most dreaded weeks of the year:  finals week. No matter how old you are, it can be one of the most stressful, overwhelming experiences. Here are some tips to help keep a level...

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