🌟 January 2026 Student of the Month! 🌟
We’re kicking off the new year by celebrating an outstanding student whose hard work, positive attitude, and dedication truly shine. Congratulations to our January 2026 Student of the Month! Your commitment to learning inspires everyone around you, and we’re so proud of all you’ve accomplished. Keep reaching for greatness — the year is just getting started!
We’re kicking off the new year by celebrating an outstanding student whose hard work, positive attitude, and dedication truly shine. Congratulations to our January 2026 Student of the Month! Your commitment to learning inspires everyone around you, and we’re so proud of all you’ve accomplished. Keep reaching for greatness — the year is just getting started!
OCHS hosts EHT in Unified Sports Basketball! 🏀
Thank you to Mr. Greg Donahue for officiating!
Join us in celebrating rich culture and countless contributions during Black History Month!
Important calendar update: The last day of school and high school graduation are now scheduled for June 17. View the full calendar of events here: https://www.ocsdnj.org/events
Thank you, OCSD counselors! Our skilled, caring school counselors are a vital resource for families, providing emotional and academic support to help students thrive. #NSCW26
Come out and support our OC Unified Basketball Team as they take on EHT this Wednesday at 3 PM at OCHS!
OC's Got Talent! We all know this!
Congratulations to all who participated and the winners of OCHS - OC's Got Talent Night!
1st Place- Jack McAllister, Aiden Hackett, TJ Santarpio, Jacob Santarpio
2nd runner up- Elizabeth Louis
3rd runner up- Timothy Arsenault
People Choice Award- Kane Bleeker
Thanks to the Key Club for making this event a great night for all.
In coordination with our very own SRO, Officer Crowley and the OCPD, Ms. Daher-Quinn's class attended a question-and-answer session with officers from the department. The life skills class has been learning about different careers in their community. The students learned about the K-9 unit, the drone unit, dispatching & general requirements needed to become a police officer. The students asked great questions and even got to see the drone in action!
OCHS WINTER PEP RALLY!
Mattress races were a blast!
Our winter teams are having
successful seasons as they head into the CAL tournaments.
Good Luck to the Dance Team at Nationals!
Due to weather and travel difficulties for our presenter, the “Don’t Press Send: Parenting in the Digital Age” presentation originally scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 28 has been postponed. We are currently working to schedule a new date and will share that information as soon as it is confirmed. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to hosting this important event soon.
The Ocean City School District will operate on a 2-hour delayed opening schedule tomorrow, January 27th.
We appreciate the Ocean City Board of Education members who volunteer their time to support our students!
We welcome new Board members Jennifer Cawley-Black and Jennifer Dwyer, who were sworn in on Jan. 8. More on the OC BOE: https://www.ocsdnj.org/page/board-of-education
We welcome new Board members Jennifer Cawley-Black and Jennifer Dwyer, who were sworn in on Jan. 8. More on the OC BOE: https://www.ocsdnj.org/page/board-of-education
All Ocean City Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26th. Stay warm and safe.
In a letter to the OCSD community announcing his retirement, Dr. Angelillo expresses his appreciation for positive and collaborative relationships that have moved the district forward. Read here: www.ocsdnj.org/article/2651999
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
• OC Minds Matter Meeting today in Wellness during Flex A & B. Members please be in attendance as we are kicking off our project.
• Club pictures for the yearbook will be takes Wednesday, January 28 throughout the day in the auditorium from 8 AM to 2 PM. The schedule can be found on Schoology and around the school. Know your time slots as they will not be announced individually.
• Any students who would like assistance with registering for ACCC dual credit courses on Feb. 26th please fill out this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSddExWp0eio-G96ur5HtItZBPrazzQc02N58sz0Xwo0qlgN-Q/viewform?usp=publish-editor
• Senior Boys!!! Who will take the crown in Mr. OCHS 2026? Bring your twin or a friend to make the crowd's head spin to our meeting in A222 on 1/23 Day 2 Flex A
• There will be an interest meeting on Thursday February 5th in the community room during flex A for anyone wanting to go out for crew this spring.
• The Leadership Club is hosting a Dog Toy Drive to support All Mutters Matter, a nonprofit that rescues dogs from kill shelters in the South. They are in need of dog food, toys, blankets, and towels. Bring your donations to your homeroom teacher from January 15–30. The homeroom with the most donations will win a prize!
• Anyone interested in playing Girls Lacrosse this spring should come to the interest meeting on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, during Lunch/Flex in room G203.
• Peer Tutoring is available on Days 1, 2, and 4 in Room A205 during Flex A and Flex B. Whether you want help catching up, improving your grades, or just getting more confident, stop by and get support from fellow students who are ready to help
• OC Minds Matter Meeting today in Wellness during Flex A & B. Members please be in attendance as we are kicking off our project.
• Club pictures for the yearbook will be takes Wednesday, January 28 throughout the day in the auditorium from 8 AM to 2 PM. The schedule can be found on Schoology and around the school. Know your time slots as they will not be announced individually.
• Any students who would like assistance with registering for ACCC dual credit courses on Feb. 26th please fill out this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSddExWp0eio-G96ur5HtItZBPrazzQc02N58sz0Xwo0qlgN-Q/viewform?usp=publish-editor
• Senior Boys!!! Who will take the crown in Mr. OCHS 2026? Bring your twin or a friend to make the crowd's head spin to our meeting in A222 on 1/23 Day 2 Flex A
• There will be an interest meeting on Thursday February 5th in the community room during flex A for anyone wanting to go out for crew this spring.
• The Leadership Club is hosting a Dog Toy Drive to support All Mutters Matter, a nonprofit that rescues dogs from kill shelters in the South. They are in need of dog food, toys, blankets, and towels. Bring your donations to your homeroom teacher from January 15–30. The homeroom with the most donations will win a prize!
• Anyone interested in playing Girls Lacrosse this spring should come to the interest meeting on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, during Lunch/Flex in room G203.
• Peer Tutoring is available on Days 1, 2, and 4 in Room A205 during Flex A and Flex B. Whether you want help catching up, improving your grades, or just getting more confident, stop by and get support from fellow students who are ready to help
📢 Attention Ocean City Parents & Guardians!
Join us for an important and eye-opening presentation: DON'T PRESS SEND—Addressing Digital Wellness: From AI and Beyond 💻🚫
📅 Date: Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
🕡 Time: 6:30–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Ocean City High School Auditorium
🌐 Hosted by DontPressSend.com
This free event is open to all Ocean City School District parents and guardians. Learn how to guide your children in navigating the digital world safely and responsibly—from social media habits to the impact of AI.
Let’s empower our families with the tools to thrive online. See you there!
Join us for an important and eye-opening presentation: DON'T PRESS SEND—Addressing Digital Wellness: From AI and Beyond 💻🚫
📅 Date: Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
🕡 Time: 6:30–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Ocean City High School Auditorium
🌐 Hosted by DontPressSend.com
This free event is open to all Ocean City School District parents and guardians. Learn how to guide your children in navigating the digital world safely and responsibly—from social media habits to the impact of AI.
Let’s empower our families with the tools to thrive online. See you there!
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
• Congrats to the girls Distance Medley Team of Riley Tolson, Alana Clevenger, Lily Flora, and Carly Godfrey for winning the Group 3 State Title. The 4x800 team of Riley Tolson, Lily Flora, Peighton Clemens, and Carly Godfrey also won the state title.
• Anyone interested in playing Girls Lacrosse this spring should come to the interest meeting on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, during Lunch/Flex in room G203.
• The Leadership Club is hosting a Dog Toy Drive to support All Mutters Matter, a nonprofit that rescues dogs from kill shelters in the South. They are in need of dog food, toys, blankets, and towels. Bring your donations to your homeroom teacher from January 15–30. The homeroom with the most donations will win a prize!
• Need help learning how to work toward your goals and pursue your passions in a productive way? Ms. Montello is hosting a SMART Goal Workshop Flex A & B on Tuesday, 1/20. Sign Up and take your next step toward turning goals into action.
• There will be an interest meeting on Thursday February 5th in the community room during flex A for anyone wanting to go out for crew this spring.
• Senior Boys!!! Who will take the crown in Mr. OCHS 2026? Bring your twin or a friend to make the crowd's head spin to our meeting in A222 on 1/23 Day 2 Flex A
• Any students who would like assistance with registering for ACCC dual credit courses on Feb. 26th please fill out this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSddExWp0eio-G96ur5HtItZBPrazzQc02N58sz0Xwo0qlgN-Q/viewform?usp=publish-editor
• Congrats to the girls Distance Medley Team of Riley Tolson, Alana Clevenger, Lily Flora, and Carly Godfrey for winning the Group 3 State Title. The 4x800 team of Riley Tolson, Lily Flora, Peighton Clemens, and Carly Godfrey also won the state title.
• Anyone interested in playing Girls Lacrosse this spring should come to the interest meeting on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, during Lunch/Flex in room G203.
• The Leadership Club is hosting a Dog Toy Drive to support All Mutters Matter, a nonprofit that rescues dogs from kill shelters in the South. They are in need of dog food, toys, blankets, and towels. Bring your donations to your homeroom teacher from January 15–30. The homeroom with the most donations will win a prize!
• Need help learning how to work toward your goals and pursue your passions in a productive way? Ms. Montello is hosting a SMART Goal Workshop Flex A & B on Tuesday, 1/20. Sign Up and take your next step toward turning goals into action.
• There will be an interest meeting on Thursday February 5th in the community room during flex A for anyone wanting to go out for crew this spring.
• Senior Boys!!! Who will take the crown in Mr. OCHS 2026? Bring your twin or a friend to make the crowd's head spin to our meeting in A222 on 1/23 Day 2 Flex A
• Any students who would like assistance with registering for ACCC dual credit courses on Feb. 26th please fill out this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSddExWp0eio-G96ur5HtItZBPrazzQc02N58sz0Xwo0qlgN-Q/viewform?usp=publish-editor
Friday, January 16, 2026
• Students going to the New York trip January 31st., please bring your permission slip to Mrs. Palmer in B 107.
• T-shirts and tickets for Saturday's boys and girls basketball games will be sold on Friday during lunch/flex in the athletics office (D100)
• Raider Retailers is launching a mobile coffee cart. Come see OC Brew Crew behind the main staircase this Friday from 8:30-9:30. Coffee & baked goods will be available for $1 each.
• Anyone interested in playing Girls Lacrosse this spring should come to the interest meeting on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, during Lunch/Flex in room G203.
• The Leadership Club is hosting a Dog Toy Drive to support All Mutters Matter, a nonprofit that rescues dogs from kill shelters in the South. They are in need of dog food, toys, blankets, and towels. Bring your donations to your homeroom teacher from January 15–30. The homeroom with the most donations will win a prize!
• Attention seniors, today is the last day to submit quotes. It is imperative that you submit your quotes today if you haven’t already. Not knowing where to find the form is not an excuse.
• Need help learning how to work toward your goals and pursue your passions in a productive way? Ms. Montello is hosting a SMART Goal Workshop Flex A & B on Tuesday, 1/20. Sign Up and take your next step toward turning goals into action.
• Do you have a frozen turkey hanging out in your freezer that’s unlikely to ever see the inside of your oven? 👀If so, our Cafeteria staff would be thrilled to give it a second chance at greatness! Your donated turkey will be lovingly oven-roasted and transformed into delicious sandwiches for all to enjoy. Turn freezer frost into cafeteria joy! You can drop it off to room A-109 or drop it off to the cafeteria.
• Students going to the New York trip January 31st., please bring your permission slip to Mrs. Palmer in B 107.
• T-shirts and tickets for Saturday's boys and girls basketball games will be sold on Friday during lunch/flex in the athletics office (D100)
• Raider Retailers is launching a mobile coffee cart. Come see OC Brew Crew behind the main staircase this Friday from 8:30-9:30. Coffee & baked goods will be available for $1 each.
• Anyone interested in playing Girls Lacrosse this spring should come to the interest meeting on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, during Lunch/Flex in room G203.
• The Leadership Club is hosting a Dog Toy Drive to support All Mutters Matter, a nonprofit that rescues dogs from kill shelters in the South. They are in need of dog food, toys, blankets, and towels. Bring your donations to your homeroom teacher from January 15–30. The homeroom with the most donations will win a prize!
• Attention seniors, today is the last day to submit quotes. It is imperative that you submit your quotes today if you haven’t already. Not knowing where to find the form is not an excuse.
• Need help learning how to work toward your goals and pursue your passions in a productive way? Ms. Montello is hosting a SMART Goal Workshop Flex A & B on Tuesday, 1/20. Sign Up and take your next step toward turning goals into action.
• Do you have a frozen turkey hanging out in your freezer that’s unlikely to ever see the inside of your oven? 👀If so, our Cafeteria staff would be thrilled to give it a second chance at greatness! Your donated turkey will be lovingly oven-roasted and transformed into delicious sandwiches for all to enjoy. Turn freezer frost into cafeteria joy! You can drop it off to room A-109 or drop it off to the cafeteria.
OCHS International Dinner hosted by the Pyschology Club and the Spanish Club. What great food!
Each club found a service project or learned about a culturally unique service in their chosen country along with making food representing that country.
We have great news!
The Yearbook Parent Ad deadline for your student has been extended. All that said, there is very limited space left to sell, so you do not want to delay.
The ad deadline is extended through February 12th, or until the ad space is SOLD OUT! Last year – the space sold out prior to the final deadline date – so you will want to act fast! When our space is full - the site will shut down.
The process is simple…build and purchase your congratulatory ad by clicking the link below.
https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/yearbook-ads?utm_source=exacttarget&utm_medium=email&utm_term=All%20Subscribers&utm_content=YBK-Comp1-CTA-Button&utm_campaign=TMcGovern+RECOGNITION+ADS+EXTENDED+-+20260108_112643
The Yearbook Parent Ad deadline for your student has been extended. All that said, there is very limited space left to sell, so you do not want to delay.
The ad deadline is extended through February 12th, or until the ad space is SOLD OUT! Last year – the space sold out prior to the final deadline date – so you will want to act fast! When our space is full - the site will shut down.
The process is simple…build and purchase your congratulatory ad by clicking the link below.
https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/yearbook-ads?utm_source=exacttarget&utm_medium=email&utm_term=All%20Subscribers&utm_content=YBK-Comp1-CTA-Button&utm_campaign=TMcGovern+RECOGNITION+ADS+EXTENDED+-+20260108_112643
