Stuff You Need to Know
The Girls Volleyball Program is selling Pink Out shirts for their annual breast cancer awareness match on Tuesday, October 7th. Shirts are on sale for $15 and can be purchased in Coach Miller’s room - 249. All proceeds will be donated to the Karen Janecek Scholarship.
Homecoming tickets: TODAY is the LAST DAY to purchase your homecoming dance ticket online thru Omella by using this direct link: https://omella.com/funax
From the nurse’s office:
All freshmen must provide the health office with their ninth-grade physical examination and record of vaccinations before October 15th to prevent being excluded from school. Additionally, all seniors must provide the health office a copy of their meningococcal vaccine record before October 15th to prevent being excluded from school. These two requirements are state mandated. Please stop by the nurse’s office if you have any questions.
Are you interested in fashion and showing off your Hispanic heritage? Consider being a part of our fashion show for our community outreach event on October 17th from 6-8pm. Let Ms. Torres know and come join us for dress rehearsals on October 7th and 14th from 3-5pm. Those participating in the fashion show will receive a service hour towards their graduation requirement. For more information email Ms. Torres.
Students: If you have lost your glasses, please check in the Main Office lost and found. We have several pairs of glasses.
Spartans, it’s finally here-HOMECOMING 2025!
This Friday, October 3rd, our Oak Lawn Spartans face off against the Evergreen Park Mustangs under the lights!
Theme of the night: WHITE LIES!
Get creative - wear your best all-white gear with your funniest “white lies” written on it, making sure to keep it school appropriate. Let’s get ready to bring the energy.
Where: Oak Lawn Community High School Stadium
When: Friday, October 3rd, Kickoff at 7:00 PM
Let’s pack the stadium, get loud, and show Evergreen Park what Spartan pride is all about. Go Spartans! 💚⚪
Students that need a locker, school issued lock or any other locker related issues, email [email protected]. See your email for further details.
Ventra cards can be renewed for the 2025-26 school year and new Ventra cards can be purchased for $2.00 in the Business Office, Room 123. If you’ve already purchased a card online from the OLCHS Webstore, please pick it up in the Business Office. Business Office hours are 7:30am – 3:30pm. Plan accordingly! You will not be excused from class to renew or purchase a card.
Tech Help - If you’re having trouble logging into your classes or having any other tech issues, please email [email protected] for tech assistance. If possible, include a screenshot of your issue.
The iTeam Genius Bar is open from 7:45 am - 3:00 pm. Students can come to the Media Center for support.
Club/Team News
Graphic Design club - Graphic Design club will meet next Wednesday, October 8th, in room 146 from 3-4pm. New members are always welcome. Please see Mrs. Hartmann with questions.
Student Services News
PSAT/NMSQT: Sophomores & Juniors—the optional PSAT test is Thursday, Oct. 16. Recommended for college-bound students; juniors can qualify for National Merit recognition. Register in Student Services while spots last. Cost: $18 (waived for students on free/reduced lunch). See Mr. Pastiak or your counselor with questions.
Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors:
If you’re interested in the military (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, or National Guard) or want to explore career options after high school, you should take the ASVAB exam.
- Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
- Cost: Free
- Note: You must register in advance.
If interested, fill out the Google form or see your school counselor by Friday, October 3.
Need service hours? The Oak Lawn Outlaws football program needs help at their home games this Sunday right here at OLCHS! Shifts available for setup, score box spotter and concessions. Complete information and signup available on the Service Learning Calendar.
Athletic News
Girls’ Softball - Any girl interested in playing softball this spring, there will be an on-field workout at the Spartan Athletic Complex on Wednesday, October 15th at 6:00pm. Bring gloves, bats and any other equipment needed to play. Contact Coach Neubauer with any questions.