OUHSD Newsletter
January 24, 2022
Sharing the latest news and information from the Oroville Union High School District.
Upcoming Events
January 31, 2022: Supportive School Climate Advisory Committee Meeting | Agenda
February 16, 2022: OUHSD Board of Education Meeting
February 18, 2022: Lincoln’s Birthday Holiday-Schools, District Offices Closed
February 21, 2022: President’s Day Holiday-Schools, District Offices Closed
News & Announcements
Attention Juniors: College Connection Applications Being Accepted Now
Applications for the College Connection program for next year are available now. The deadline to apply is February 17th. Long-time LPHS teacher, Mr. Burnett, will be the new teacher. Click here for more information about the program.
Have you Tried Tutor.com Yet?
Tutor.com is ready to use! Students can get free online help 24/7 in a variety of subject areas. Click here to view the login instructions, tutorials and more.
Additional Staff Hired to Support Our Students
January OUHSD Student & Staff Spotlight Winners
Congratulations to our January Student & Staff Spotlight Winners! We selected four staff members and four students, who will each receive a Yeti tumbler and $10 Starbucks gift card.
Students:
Earl Cantiga (LPHS Senior) Nominated by Tasha Cummings: Demonstrates a strong work ethic, employs interdependence as needed, and is respectful/kind.
Kimberly Fary (OAE Student) Nominated by Miriam Otto: Kimberly is an excellent student. She completes her assignments in a timely manner and has never missed an appointment. I admire her dedication!
Brynton Popejoy (OHS Senior) Nominated by Marta Shaffer: I have had Brynton in my classes for three years, and he is an absolute joy. Always engaged, focused, and funny.
Lily Vaughan (LPHS Freshman) Nominated by Bobby Hastings: Lily is a student in my Freshmen 9 PE class this year. She is such an incredible young lady and a top notch student. She is one of the hardest working students that I have ever had in my class. She loves PE and is one of the most positive and pleasant students that I currently have. She is very deserving.
Note: Only current OUHSD employees can nominate a student. If you are a coach or volunteer who would like to nominate a student, please contact Paula Blaney at pblaney@ouhsd.net.
Staff:
Shaina Dickerson (OHS Spanish/Math Teacher) Nominated by Malissa Vasquez: Ms. Shaina recently offered my daughter support during a time of personal struggle. In talking with my daughter afterward, I learned that she often turns to Ms. Shaina when she’s having a really hard time coping with life’s stressors & Ms. Shaina welcomes her without question, always ready to listen if needed or just provide a safe space. I learned that for years many students have turned to Ms. Shaina during times like these because they know she truly cares, & they feel comfortable being vulnerable with her. She also goes into her own pocket to always keep a stock of snacks & water for any student who needs something more to eat. I know she doesn’t do these things for praise or recognition, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t immensely appreciated by many & I feel she absolutely deserves to be thanked for the extra love & kindness she shows our children.
Rich Hogan (CIS Teacher) Nominated by Jessica Mentz (Brown): I know this is a longshot but I want to tell you how much of an impact that Mr. Hogan has made on me. I am a graduate of 2003 and if it wasn’t for him pushing me I probably would have never graduated. He pushed me to limits that I never thought I could handle. It’s such a nice feeling knowing that a teacher believes in you. Mr. Hogan has such a big heart and sees the good in all kids. Till this day I tell my kids about the best teacher I have ever had.
Matt Kermen (LPHS Asst. Principal) Nominated by Shara Florez, Keely Frazier and Bobby Hastings
Flores: He was helpful and kind throughout my senior year of high school. He is one of my favorite people and one of the kindest people I have in my life.
Frazier: Mr. Kermen goes above and beyond everyday as an administrator here at LP. In addition to doing an incredible job with his duties as the assistant principal he also has done much more. I honestly don't even know how he does it all. He is our team lead with ELC and one of the leaders in our shift to PBIS. He is constantly helping cover classes and for a while also responsible for the grades of several classes that we did not have teachers for. Even when asked to do this overwhelming amount of work he is still able to build positive relationships with students on campus and support staff in all of our needs. He is an LP superhero!
Hastings: I've known Matt since he was first hired at Las Plumas. He has been a great coach, classroom teacher, and now Assistant Principal. Matt deserves more credit for the things he contributes to Las Plumas High. He's been an incredible asset to our students and staff.
Stormy Nylander (Cook/Manager at PHS) Nominated by Jacqueline Deadmore: Stormy takes pride in all areas of her work, making sure it maintains quality not just quantity. She's creative and resourceful. She's always up for trying something different. She's always professional and polite with anyone she interacts with.
Become a Student and Staff Spotlight Program Sponsor! We are also seeking community members and business owners to become Student and Staff Spotlight Program Sponsors by contributing $100 to help underwrite the costs for the awards, which are gift cards to local restaurants and coffee houses. Alternatively, $25 gift cards may be donated, as well. Please contact Paula Blaney at pblaney@ouhsd.net if you are interested in being a Student and Staff Spotlight Program Sponsor. Download a sponsorship information flyer here.
We are seeking nominations for February’s OUHSD Staff Spotlight!
We would like the OUHSD community's help in nominating staff members who are making a difference by helping others. The help may have been a small gesture or a large undertaking; we want to hear all about it! Students, parents, community members and staff can recognize an OUHSD staff member by submitting this form: https://bit.ly/OUHSDStaffSpotlightForm.
Would you like to recognize more than one staff member? No problem! You can fill out this form as many times as you would like. Each month, a drawing from the submitted entries will be held, and those selected will win an OUHSD Yeti Coffee Rambler tumbler and Starbucks gift card, and those not drawn will be eligible for a chance to win in a subsequent month.
We will announce winners later this month. In case you missed it, check out last month's winners at: https://www.ouhsd.org/Page/3321
First Semester Perfect Attendance Awards
As part of our long-standing tradition of recognizing students for perfect attendance, we would like to congratulate the following students for having perfect attendance (not even one tardy!) during the 1st semester:
LPHS: Hunter Albert, Crystal Chue, Steven Chue, Dane Fairbanks, Haley Griffith, William Irvin, Olivia Robertson, Mirian Vilchez Romero and Andrea Wilson.
OHS: Diana Cisneros, Jonathan Ehn, Aedan Gifford, Amanda Khang, Jaron Olson, Zachary Teurn, Shandelle Xiong and Xai Yang.
Each student will receive a certificate signed by their Principal and the Superintendent as well as a $25 gift certificate to their student store. Keep up the good work!
PHS 3rd Block Awards
Most Improved Students: Geno Glaze, Cyric Heflen and Dallas Pierson
Best New Students: Joseph Bush and Elxcie Gutierrez
Principal's Honor Roll (15+ credits): Baylee Legault, Caesar Miranda and Daniel Ramsey
Honor Roll (12.5+ credits): Lillian Choyke and Carlos Gutierrez
T-Birds and Tigers of the Month
January T-Birds of the Month
The January T-Birds of the Month were selected by the Social Science department: Hannah Scheer (freshman), Isaac Carillo (sophomore), Jamieson Sparkman (junior) and Fredy Ruiz Sandoval (senior). Keep up the good work!
January Tigers of the Month
Let’s give a big roar to the following students who were selected as Tigers of the Month: Brodee Eaves (CTE), Angel Ali-Montes (English), Cody Vang (Math), Deuce Yang (PE), Carmine Ponthier (Science), Rhiley Thao (Social Science, Harold Bennett (Special Recognition) and Shannon Roberts (VAPA)
PHS Newest Graduates
Congratulations to Jinay Lindke, Breanna Macias and Christian Torres for being the 11th, 12th and 13th graduates from PHS this year! Who’s next?
December PBIS Award Winners: It pays to be safe, respectful and responsible on campus!
LPHS: Isabella Calarza won an LPHS beanie, TJ Collins won a VIP Parking Pass, Kashsha Dickens won a Front of the Line Pass, Breana Healy won a Bluetooth Speaker, Taylor Holt won Adidas sneakers and Yadira Torres won an Apple Watch).
OHS: Patrick Howard won a $50 gift card of his choice, Sheila Raymer won colorful LED lights, Alex Smith won a Kindle and Brianna Vollendroff won phone chargers.
PHS: Robert Shird won a basketball.
Interested in Transferring to Prospect High School Next Year?
If your students are struggling at LPHS or OHS and have become credit deficient, you might want to consider transferring them to PHS next year. PHS is a much smaller school, students earn credits more quickly (six week blocks instead of four quarters) based on their attendance, behavior and credits, and they have new Building Trades, General Construction and Outdoor Education classes, which are not offered anywhere else in the district. Contact your student’s counselor for a referral form if you are interested.
Get Added to the Independent Study Program Waiting List
School Board Recognition Month
Hall of Fame Applications Being Accepted Now
Do you know of an alumni, former employee or community contributor who would make a great addition to our Hall of Fame? Applications for the Class of 2022 are available now with a submission deadline of March 31st. Check our the Hall of Fame webpage for the criteria and applications. We are always looking for nominees to join our outstanding group of inductees. Those selected by the Hall of Fame Committee for induction will be announced in May. Contact Paula Blaney at pblaney@ouhsd.net or (530) 538-2300, ext. 1107 if you have any questions.
Hall of Fame Scholarship Application
The Hall of Fame Scholarship application is available now. Fill out the application for a chance to be selected for a $1500 scholarship. Applications are due by March 31st and must be emailed to pblaney@ouhsd.net. Make sure to include the application, a copy of your transcript and a reference letter.
Optimist International Essay Contest
Athletics Round Up
Our schools’ athletic schedules can be found on their websites. Schedules are subject to change due to air quality and/or COVID-19 quarantines:
What's Happening in OUHSD
Getting College & Career Ready
OHS Life Management students wrapped up the first semester by completing resumes and becoming CPR and First Aid certified.
H20 Blind Study
Mrs. Howard's Statistics class at LPHS did a blind study on drinking water. Students sampled water from the LPHS tap and drinking fountain as well as five bottled waters. LPHS tap water was the winner!
New Diesel Bus
The district received a new 78 passenger diesel bus through a grant from the North Coast Air Quality Management District. This bus has air conditioning, heated mirrors, LED lighting, a back-up camera and tons of underbody and overhead storage. It will be great for trips!
LPHS JV Girls Basketball Off to a Great Start!
The LPHS JV girls basketball team took on the Sutter Huskies and came out on top by 50-16! Their league record is 3-1!
LPHS Varsity Boys Soccer
The varsity T-Birds took on the Gridley Bulldogs. This game ended with a tie score of 3-3.
LPHS Varsity Girls Soccer in Action
The LPHS Varsity Girls Soccer team competed hard against the Sutter Huskies. This game ended with a tie score of 0-0.
Meet Our New Staff Members
Meet Lena Correa
Ms. Correa is a new Social Worker at LPHS and OHS. She is familiar with our sites due to her previous job as a Clinician Supervisor for Butte County SELPA. She is an OHS graduate who looks forward to continuing to work with our staff. Her bucket list includes visiting all 50 states (she's been to 44 so far). In her spare time, she likes to travel with her children, read YA fantasy novels, watch Marvel movies and animated sitcoms, and spoiling her cat, Spike.
Meet Nichella Atterberry
Mrs. Atterberry is the new Supplemental Education Technician at LPHS. She is an LPHS grad who wants to give back and make a positive impact on students. Her dream is to attend the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. She spends her spare time watching her kids play sports and attending concerts. She loves country music!
Meet Mason Oliveira
Mr. Oliveira is a new Custodian at OHS. He chose to work for OUHSD so his fiancee could work from home and take care of their son. In his spare time, he likes collecting gems and minerals, playing tabletop and video games, fishing, going to the park with his family and cooking.
Join the OUHSD Family!
Certificated School Nurse
School Psychologist
Speech and Language Specialist
Alternative Education Teacher (for remainder of 21/22 school year only)
English Teacher
Home Economics Teacher
Las Plumas JV Head Softball Coach
OHS Varsity Baseball Head Coach
OHS Varsity Football Head Coach
ATC Para-Educator (6 hrs/day (x4))
Bus Driver (6 and 8 hrs/day)
Bus Driver Trainer (6 hrs./day)/Bus Driver (2 hrs/day)
Custodian (8 hrs/day)
Food Service Department Secretary (3.9 hrs/day)
Para-Educator I at Independent Study (7 hrs/day)
Para-Educator I at LPHS (8 hrs/day (x2))
Para-Educator II at LPHS (8 hrs/day)
Para-Educator I at OHS (8 hrs/day)
Para-Educator II at OHS (8 hrs/day (x2))
Para-Educator I at PHS (8 hrs/day)
Para-Educator II at PHS (8 hrs/day)
Substitute Teacher
Substitute Custodian
Substitute Courier
Substitute Food Service Worker
Substitute Para-Educator
Substitute Universal
About OUHSD
Oroville Union High School District prepares approximately 2,400 9-12 grade students for their futures through our two comprehensive high schools, continuation high school, community day school, and adult school in the greater Oroville community.
Our district is a close-knit community where every student and employee knows and cares for each other in a safe, nurturing and supportive environment. Through using upgraded technology, providing equitable educational opportunities for every student, and supporting academic and career technical educational options, we have a passion to ensure that each student will have a goal and be college- and career-ready, so that they are prepared for the workplace and an economically competitive society.
Email: pblaney@ouhsd.net
Website: www.ouhsd.org
Location: 2211 Washington Avenue Oroville, CA 95966
Phone: (530) 538-2300
Facebook: facebook.com/Oroville-Union-High-School-District-972885232749005/
Twitter: @OUHSDSUPT