OJSHS recently hosted a Work-Based Learning Dinner with local industry partners. Mr. Seth McMillan and Ms. Stephanie Haugh shared how seniors can gain real-world experience through internships. Thank you to our community partners for supporting our students!
🐰🌷 EGG MY YARD FUNDRAISER! 🌷🐰
Let the OJSHS Junior Class help make your Easter morning magical! ✨
Skip the stuffing, candy shopping, and late-night prep… we’ve done it all for you!
🥚 Our pre-filled Easter egg kits come ready for your egg hunt with:
• Candy-filled eggs
• Fun toys & fidgets
• Festive Easter bag
• Chance to find a Golden Egg!
Perfect for egg hunts at home, grandma’s house, church, or neighborhood fun!
⭐ Want the full Easter Bunny experience?
Add our “Bunny Crew Delivery” and wake up to eggs magically hidden in your yard!
📦 Kit Options:
• 30 eggs – $20
• 50 eggs – $35
• 80 eggs – $50 (includes golden egg)
• 100 eggs – $65 (includes 2 golden eggs)
✨ Add-ons:
🥇 Golden Eggs – $6 each
🐇 Bunny Crew Delivery – $30
📅 Order Deadline: March 20
📍 Delivery available within OCUSD 220 district
Support the OJSHS Junior Class and make Easter morning easier and more magical for your family!
📩 Message or contact Ms. Randee at ramennenga@ocusd.net for details.
🐣 Let us handle the eggs… you enjoy the smiles!
Order forms went home to OES families - don't forget to turn them in!
#EggMyYard #EasterMagic #OJSHS #SupportOurStudents
Let the OJSHS Junior Class help make your Easter morning magical! ✨
Skip the stuffing, candy shopping, and late-night prep… we’ve done it all for you!
🥚 Our pre-filled Easter egg kits come ready for your egg hunt with:
• Candy-filled eggs
• Fun toys & fidgets
• Festive Easter bag
• Chance to find a Golden Egg!
Perfect for egg hunts at home, grandma’s house, church, or neighborhood fun!
⭐ Want the full Easter Bunny experience?
Add our “Bunny Crew Delivery” and wake up to eggs magically hidden in your yard!
📦 Kit Options:
• 30 eggs – $20
• 50 eggs – $35
• 80 eggs – $50 (includes golden egg)
• 100 eggs – $65 (includes 2 golden eggs)
✨ Add-ons:
🥇 Golden Eggs – $6 each
🐇 Bunny Crew Delivery – $30
📅 Order Deadline: March 20
📍 Delivery available within OCUSD 220 district
Support the OJSHS Junior Class and make Easter morning easier and more magical for your family!
📩 Message or contact Ms. Randee at ramennenga@ocusd.net for details.
🐣 Let us handle the eggs… you enjoy the smiles!
Order forms went home to OES families - don't forget to turn them in!
#EggMyYard #EasterMagic #OJSHS #SupportOurStudents
Oregon music students had a very successful day on March 7th at their IHSA Solo and Ensemble contest in Mount Carroll. For this competition, students sing in solos and small groups and receive ratings from judges on their performances. There were numerous “Best of Day” awards given to Oregon students, including: Asher Kramer (trombone solo), Yovanni Carreno (tuba solo - perfect score), Collin Kendall (string bass solo - perfect score), David Eckardt (snare drum solo - perfect score), and David Eckardt and Ethan Rowe (percussion duet). Additional perfect scores include Sarah Eckardt on her trumpet solo and Will Baldwin on his vocal solo. Overall, the band is tied for first place out of all Class B school bands in Illinois and the choir is in second place for Class B school choirs in Illinois. Combined as a music program, Oregon is currently in second place for Class B schools in the state! In total, the school scored 687 points at this event, which is the highest they have scored in this millennium. IHSA music sweepstakes placements will be final after the IHSA Music Organizational Contest this upcoming April 17th, when the Oregon band and choir will perform as full ensembles in Lena-Winslow for judges.
The Sound of Music wrapped up this afternoon with their fourth and final show. Congratulations to the cast and crew on another great musical!
OJSHS continues to celebrate our Hawk Heroes! What is a Hawk Hero? A Hawk Hero is someone who is empowered to lead and take pride in cultivating a thriving school community.
Layne - we appreciate your commitment to leadership in our school community! #ProudOregonHawk
Layne - we appreciate your commitment to leadership in our school community! #ProudOregonHawk
Senior Signs available now! - Look into the fun designs that represent the class of 2026! Order forms are due Friday March 6th!
The Rockford Art Museum opened their high school show yesterday. We have 10 students and 12 artworks representing OJSHS students. Kendall B won staff choice award. The show is on display through the month of March.
**Attention all HS boys' interested in playing tennis this spring! Coach Eckardt will be in the BHC Friday morning from 7:30-8:00 am with DONUTS and info for the upcoming season! You can also get more info with the link below!** https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SHMblNZ6LXkjUhkgO6Ls5DL6uAM0_1ZMB9VmxaLYBNA/edit?usp=sharing
The senior class is proud to present Prom: A Night in Bloom on Saturday, May 2nd!
Guest forms will be available March 9th from Ms. Sowl in the main office. Ticket sales in the main office begin March 16th and will be available before/after school. Guest forms must be turned in by 3:30pm on April 10th. Ticket sales end April 16th. We’ll share more details about time, venue, cost, and Grand March as soon as they are finalized.
Have a white graduation gown you no longer need? We’d love to use it for our junior marshals at commencement! Drop off clean robes in the main office during business hours. ♻️🎓
Today we celebrate National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day!
Thank you to Officer Lester for the care and presence you bring to our school community each day. Your commitment to building positive relationships with students, ensuring safety, and serving as a trusted adult in our district does not go unnoticed.
We also extend our appreciation to the School Resource Officers who came before Officer Lester, including Lieutenant Brechon and Chief Kalnins (photographed here) and retired Lieutenant Cropp.
Thank you for all you do to keep our schools safe, supported, and connected!
Senior parents, this is the last week to turn in Senior photos and quotes. Upload photos to this link https://photos.jostens.com/ETZ3ZH .
Questions can be forwarded to okincaide@ocusd.net.
OJSHS continues to celebrate our Hawk Heroes! What is a Hawk Hero? A Hawk Hero is someone who is empowered to lead and take pride in cultivating a thriving school community.
Isaac - we appreciate your commitment to leadership in our school community! #ProudOregonHawk
Isaac - we appreciate your commitment to leadership in our school community! #ProudOregonHawk
Congratulations to 8th Grader Misha Jimenez for winning the Junior High Spelling Bee. 6th Grader Graham Kaskavage was the Runner Up.
Misha will represent OJSHS at the Regional Spelling Bee in Dixon next month!
OJSHS continues to celebrate our Hawk Heroes! What is a Hawk Hero? A Hawk Hero is someone who is empowered to lead and take pride in cultivating a thriving school community.
Lynkyn - we appreciate your commitment to leadership in our school community! #ProudOregonHawk
Lynkyn - we appreciate your commitment to leadership in our school community! #ProudOregonHawk
OJSHS continues to celebrate our Hawk Heroes! What is a Hawk Hero? A Hawk Hero is someone who is empowered to lead and take pride in cultivating a thriving school community.
Caleb, Finn, and Brody - we appreciate your commitment to leadership in our school community! #ProudOregonHawk
Caleb, Finn, and Brody - we appreciate your commitment to leadership in our school community! #ProudOregonHawk
Please join OJSHS in celebrating our January Senior of Distinction - Matthew Pham
“Matthew exemplifies what it means to grow as a student from Freshman to Senior year. He is an extremely hard worker and sets his goals high. Having him as a student in the band since he was in 5th grade, it has been a privilege for me to see him grow and see his hard work pay off with positive results. Outside of his performance in the classroom, Matthew has also put service at the top of his list throughout high school. He never hesitates to step forward for volunteer jobs around the band room, the school, or out in the community. One may not know about all of this work he puts in or that he is an excellent musician, because Matthew is a very humble human being as well. It will be a sad day when he graduates from my band, but I'm excited to see what he will achieve in his future. I sincerely recommend Matthew Pham for this recognition.” –Mr. Andy Eckardt, OJSHS Teacher
“Matthew exemplifies what it means to grow as a student from Freshman to Senior year. He is an extremely hard worker and sets his goals high. Having him as a student in the band since he was in 5th grade, it has been a privilege for me to see him grow and see his hard work pay off with positive results. Outside of his performance in the classroom, Matthew has also put service at the top of his list throughout high school. He never hesitates to step forward for volunteer jobs around the band room, the school, or out in the community. One may not know about all of this work he puts in or that he is an excellent musician, because Matthew is a very humble human being as well. It will be a sad day when he graduates from my band, but I'm excited to see what he will achieve in his future. I sincerely recommend Matthew Pham for this recognition.” –Mr. Andy Eckardt, OJSHS Teacher
Please join OJSHS in celebrating our December Senior of Distinction - Virginia Sowl
“I would like to recommend Virginia Sowl for the Senior of Distinction Award. Throughout her high school career, Virginia has consistently demonstrated exceptional character, leadership, and dedication to her community. With over 280 hours of documented community service, she has devoted a remarkable amount of time to helping others, both during the school year and throughout the summer. Whether she is volunteering at school events, supporting local organizations, or quietly stepping in wherever help is needed, Virginia can almost always be found serving her community with humility and enthusiasm.
Virginia’s dependability is one of her greatest strengths. When she commits to something, she follows through wholeheartedly. Teachers, peers, and community members know they can rely on her, and she approaches every task, big or small, with a positive attitude and genuine care for those around her. She is also kind, patient, and compassionate, qualities that make her an outstanding role model. Younger students look up to her example, and her peers value her steady presence and supportive nature.
In addition to her service, Virginia has shown tremendous resilience. Despite facing a few personal challenges over the past few years, she has remained focused on her goals and continued to excel academically. Her ability to maintain strong grades, stay involved, and uplift others during difficult times speaks volumes about her character and inner strength.” –Ms. Kim Radostits, OJSHS Teacher
“I would like to recommend Virginia Sowl for the Senior of Distinction Award. Throughout her high school career, Virginia has consistently demonstrated exceptional character, leadership, and dedication to her community. With over 280 hours of documented community service, she has devoted a remarkable amount of time to helping others, both during the school year and throughout the summer. Whether she is volunteering at school events, supporting local organizations, or quietly stepping in wherever help is needed, Virginia can almost always be found serving her community with humility and enthusiasm.
Virginia’s dependability is one of her greatest strengths. When she commits to something, she follows through wholeheartedly. Teachers, peers, and community members know they can rely on her, and she approaches every task, big or small, with a positive attitude and genuine care for those around her. She is also kind, patient, and compassionate, qualities that make her an outstanding role model. Younger students look up to her example, and her peers value her steady presence and supportive nature.
In addition to her service, Virginia has shown tremendous resilience. Despite facing a few personal challenges over the past few years, she has remained focused on her goals and continued to excel academically. Her ability to maintain strong grades, stay involved, and uplift others during difficult times speaks volumes about her character and inner strength.” –Ms. Kim Radostits, OJSHS Teacher
Senior parents and families photos need to be turned by Feb 12th.
Upload photos to this link https://photos.jostens.com/ETZ3ZH .
Questions can be forwarded to okincaide@ocusd.net.
Upload photos to this link https://photos.jostens.com/ETZ3ZH .
Questions can be forwarded to okincaide@ocusd.net.
Announcement for high school girls' basketball: Oregon will travel to Dixon tonight, Thursday, January 15 to play our JV and V girls' basketball game (originally on our schedule for Friday the 16th). We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Please feel free to reach out to the athletic office with any additional questions.
Thank you,
Adam Albrecht
OJSHS Athletic & Activities Director