Basketball team reworks roster, pushes for district championship
The varsity basketball team has six returning players this year. On a roster of twelve, that makes half the team new to the level of play at the varsity level.…
Holiday events pop up across Orlando
Throughout December, various holiday events pop up across Orlando. Ranging in prices, multiple celebrations are available for students and their families to visit. Dazzling Nights Located in Leu Gardens, Dazzling…
Pandemic, online shopping contribute to subdued Black Friday
This year, the pandemic and the increased availability of online deals contributed to decreased in store Black Friday shopping. “With the smoothing out of demand throughout the entire season, peak…
The chorus department goes Christmas caroling throughout the community
The chorus department traveled to different schools and nursing homes in the community Christmas caroling. Decorated with festive Santa hats and their school chorus T-shirts, the chorus students spread joy…
Cross Country heads to the state meet for the first time in over a decade
The cross country team broke their record and headed to the state competition this month. This marks the first time in nine years since the boys have qualified for the…
Influenza and COVID-19 vaccines available on campus
Health officials are administering COVID-19 vaccines today and influenza vaccines on Nov. 16 on campus. OCPS partnered with Health Hero Florida to give students easy access to the vaccines. The…
OCPS mask mandate expires
As of Monday, Nov. 1, OCPS students can once again opt out of wearing a mask to school with just a parent note. From Aug. 30 to Oct. 30, students…
School board faces loss of salary for mask mandates
Update: the 60-day mask mandate expired Saturday, Oct. 30 without renewal. Students can once again opt out with a parent note. Earlier this year, Gov. Ron DeSantis passed an executive…
Girls cross country “blob” pushes for states
The girls cross country team is looking for their second consecutive team state meet appearance. Leading this push are juniors Hannah Foley and Megan Dolan, but this feat can’t be…
Students gain recognition for academic excellence
National Merit scholarship semi-finalists receive honor National Merit Scholarship semi-finalists earn recognition for meeting high academic standards and top scores on the PSAT. About 16,000 students earn this honor and…