Olympia High School's “off and away” phone policy has students upset and teachers beaming. Teachers enjoy not having to tell students to put their phones away and students hate not contacting their...
Modern technology, as capable as it is, is still very variable, especially in the classroom. School-issued Chromebooks and personal technology are both used in Olympia High School classrooms. It all raises...
When it comes to applying for college, it can be a daunting and overwhelming process.
With so many factors to consider and decisions to make, it's important to have a clear understanding of what to...
Stripteases, kegs, class skits, and post-game dances are just a few past OHS traditions that have been lost over time and their ripples still resonate today.
As changes in social dynamics appear, past...
From the moment they step into OHS to the day they graduate, the average student will end up reading around 20 books for English class. So, for anyone looking for a good summer read (or a chance to get...
Last week, all sophomores took the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC) test. The results from this test help the state education department see how Washington High School students are doing in...
Today, every city, county, state, and country has its own rules regarding recycling which makes it nearly impossible to establish a universal understanding of what truly can and can't be recycled. The...
As AP season rapidly approaches, this Bachelor-inspired guide can serve as a snapshot overview of each AP test available at OHS!
Contestant 1: AP Calc (AB and BC)
Straight forward, sets strict boundaries,...
Fun, silliness, sea creatures, quality music, and acting. If you enjoy any of these things, the SpongeBob Musical, put on by the Olympia High School Theatre Arts Department, is a must-see. Many seniors...
The rise of standards-based grading has caused conflicting opinions all over America, and OHS is no exception. Rising calls for equity and skill-based evaluation have been met with heated student opposition.
“Standards-based…[is]...
STAND's latest initiative introduces "The Bears Who Bond Tables," offering a lunchtime space where individuals can connect with others and forge new relationships. This project creates a new market for...
