May 8, 2026

May 8, 2026

Oak Ridge High School Daily Bulletin

STUDENT INFO

Students: Yearbook Distribution will be today, May 8 during first block.  We will be on an extended first block morning assembly schedule to accommodate for this.  You will be called down to the B-gym by grade, starting with upperclassmen first, to pick up an already purchased book or to purchase a book.  We will have a very limited quantity of books to sell on this day.  Purchases will be first come, first serve, and will be $85.00, cash only.

CLUB INFO

Black Student Union is excited to sponsor Compassion Week next week. Compassion Week is all about helping our school community start spring with kindness, connection, and a little fun. Monday, the Diversity Club will be in the cafeteria during lunch with a Spin the Wheel activity to inspire students to share their compassion throughout the school. Wednesday, International Friends will host a sidewalk chalk activity during, giving students a chance to add some color, creativity, and encouragement around campus.  Thursday, the Muslim Harmony Club will be offering henna, so come get a matching henna design with your besties. And on Friday, Black Student Union will wrap up the week with a photo booth opportunity, stickers, and a chance to send a note to your favorite teacher.

FBLA members planning to attend the field trip should get a permission form from Mrs. Ledden in CS347 this week.

Attention all National Honor Society Members who signed up to help with Convocation! There will be a mandatory meeting right after school on Tuesday, May 12^th   in the Auditorium, to assign duties and practice before the Senior Breakfast on Wednesday and the actual ceremony on Thursday! You will receive more information later this week. Thank you!

SENIORS

Attention Class of 2026. Are you at least a 3.0 student looking for a $500 scholarship? You can apply for the Student Council Senior Scholarship through the application form on the Wildcat Hangout Canvas page. Applications are due May 8th, and the winner will be announced May 13th during the Senior Breakfast. Apply today!

Seniors- You will not receive your diploma until all outstanding technology fees are paid in full prior to graduation. Payments can be made by cash or check in the main office. You should have received an email from “Incident IQ” stating your balance owed.

Seniors! The prize committee for Graduation Celebration is going shopping thanks to generous donations from the community! We’ve had donations for fabulous free activities in the area and some fun items, but now it’s time to purchase more great gifts to give away the night of the party! No toaster ovens or blenders! Come and enjoy a FREE evening of food and fun activities – and prizes!  Remember to complete and return the required green form if you are under 18 at graduation, and everyone must go through the two-step process on the website at graduationcelebration.org. Oak Ridge and area businesses are all about supporting an evening celebrating you! Come enjoy YOUR party!

Seniors – can we talk? Yes, we are planning an all-night party in celebration of your achievement! So many comments from you about not being able to stay at an all-night party! Adult volunteers do it every year! You can do it! On Saturday, May 16th, at approximately 6:30 a.m., the sun is scheduled to rise – you can enjoy the sunrise – if you haven’t been delayed by your family as soon as you walk in the door for all of the evening’s details! This after having a fabulous last blast as a graduate of Oak Ridge High Schol. Make a memory! Don’t miss it! Register online or pop one of the QR codes hanging in the hallways!

ATHLETICS.

Join us on Friday, May 8 @ 6pm as ORHS hosts the District Championship soccer game against Halls. First 25 students in Oak Ridge gear get in free!