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In this issue:<br />

A Message From Our<br />

Principal<br />

Spirit Week<br />

Increasing Students’<br />

Ability Starts at Home<br />

Student Services<br />

News<br />

College Collage<br />

From The World<br />

Languages Dept.<br />

Band and Choir News<br />

New Writing Tutoring<br />

Available<br />

Great Start to the<br />

<strong>2012</strong>-13 Theater<br />

Season<br />

Volley for the Cure<br />

Girl’s Bowling Team<br />

Wolf Parents<br />

Why take ICE<br />

World Languages<br />

Night-PACE<br />

Classifieds<br />

-Borden Family Fundraiser<br />

-Market Day<br />

-Sports Boosters Fundraisers<br />

Calendar<br />

<strong>School</strong> Contacts<br />

<strong>November</strong> <strong>2012</strong><br />

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRINCIPAL<br />

<strong>November</strong> already, where have the days gone? It will soon be time to “fall back” and the<br />

ritual of the clocks heralding the coming of winter and even more activity at OEHS.<br />

Remember to turn your clocks back, 1 hour, on Sunday, <strong>November</strong> 4 th .<br />

As this month comes to an end I would like to reflect on a wonderfully successful<br />

Homecoming week capped off by a great Homecoming Pep Assembly and Dance.<br />

Congratulations to all of our students and staff for making this a memorable event.<br />

On <strong>November</strong> 6th, Americans have the opportunity to exercise the most important responsibility we have<br />

in a democracy – the right to vote. I don’t have to tell you that every vote counts and your vote can<br />

determine the future. This Election Day I encourage you and your family to play an important part in our<br />

great democracy. Your vote will help determine the future of our nation, and the future of a government of,<br />

by, and for all people.<br />

Parent Teacher Conferences are being held <strong>November</strong> 5 and 6. Teachers will be available in both the<br />

Main Gym and Auxiliary Gym from 3-8 PM on Monday, <strong>November</strong> 5 th . No appointment is necessary.<br />

However, if you can’t attend the conferences on Monday, teachers will also be available on Tuesday,<br />

<strong>November</strong> 6 th from 8-11 AM. You may schedule an appointment to meet with teachers on Tuesday by using<br />

the PTC Wizard at: https://oehs.ptcwizard.com Instructions of how to use the system can be found on our<br />

website. Of course, our faculty can always be contacted by phone or email if you have a concern. Phone<br />

numbers and email addresses can be found on the Staff Directory on our website. www.oswego<strong>308</strong>.org/<br />

schools/oehs<br />

On Monday, <strong>November</strong> 5th, <strong>2012</strong>, both <strong>Oswego</strong> and <strong>Oswego</strong> East High <strong>School</strong>s are scheduled to have an<br />

early release school day. That day will be used to administer the EXPLORE test to all freshmen students, the<br />

PLAN test to all sophomore students, and a practice ACT to all juniors. Students will be dismissed at 11:30<br />

a.m. that morning after testing. These tests serve as an accurate indicator of student achievement on the<br />

PSAE, the important standardized test given to all juniors in the state of Illinois each spring. Due to the<br />

incredibly important nature of this test, student attendance is vital. For more information on these tests,<br />

students and parents may visit the Educational Planning and Assessment System website at<br />

www.act.org/epas.<br />

Senior students will not be testing and therefore will not be in attendance <strong>November</strong> 5th,as all staff will be<br />

participating in testing activities. Regularly scheduled classes will resume for all students on Wednesday,<br />

<strong>November</strong> 7th; Tuesday, <strong>November</strong> 6 is a non-attendance day for all students due to Parent-Teacher<br />

Conferences. This additional day afforded to seniors will be a great opportunity to visit a college or<br />

vocational center of their choice.<br />

<strong>November</strong> 29 th, our Advanced Placement teachers will be presenting the structure of AP curricula and the<br />

rigors of successfully completing those courses at 6:30 p.m. in our Performing Art Center. Please join us for<br />

an evening of interaction and information.<br />

Graduation will be here before we know it! In the past, we have held the graduation ceremonies at OEHS<br />

but…. have outgrown our indoor facility and because we can’t predict the weather, it isn’t always possible to<br />

hold it in the stadium. Therefore, in an effort to allow for more guests and to provide a more dignified<br />

ceremony for our well deserving seniors, we will hold our <strong>2012</strong>-2013 graduation ceremony at Northern<br />

Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, June 1 at 7<br />

PM. We will be sending more information in the coming months so…watch the website for more<br />

information.<br />

I am thrilled to see so many of our students engaged in the learning process and participating in<br />

extra-curricular and community service activities. Yes, I am the PROUD Principal of the students<br />

at <strong>Oswego</strong> East High <strong>School</strong>!<br />

Dr. Jeff Craig<br />

<strong>Oswego</strong> East High <strong>School</strong> | 1525 Harvey Road | <strong>Oswego</strong>, IL 60543<br />

Phone: 630.636.2200 | Fax: 630.636.2454


Freshmen<br />

Sophomores<br />

Juniors<br />

Seniors<br />

Homecoming week <strong>2012</strong> was a huge success!<br />

During school, spirit points were collected for the class with the most spirit. After adding in<br />

points from dressing up for each spirit day, lunch games, hallway decorating, the penny drive,<br />

assembly games, class cheers, and class games, the senior class won the spirit trophy followed<br />

by the sophomores, juniors, and then freshmen. At the homecoming dance, students danced the<br />

night away! Now that Homecoming week is over, Student Council begins to plan the for the<br />

blood drive on <strong>November</strong> 2. Students 16 and above can sign up at their lunches if they would<br />

like to donate blood.


New Sophomore Spirit Crew<br />

In the past two months, a new club for<br />

sophomores has formed here at <strong>Oswego</strong><br />

East, the Sophomore Spirit Crew. This is a<br />

club where students come together and<br />

share ideas on how to give the sophomore<br />

class that “extra something.” The Spirit Crew<br />

is committed to not only bring together the<br />

class of 2015, but positively contribute to the sense of spirit around all of<br />

<strong>Oswego</strong> East.<br />

Spirit Crew members recently elected four officers: Daisy Oceguera was<br />

elected President, Andrea Birtles -Vice President, Ali Dorn - Publicity<br />

Manager, and Noelle Sather - Secretary. These officers and members of the<br />

Spirit Crew came together after school on Tuesday, October 9 th and decorated<br />

the sophomore hallway for Homecoming <strong>2012</strong>. With numerous creative ideas<br />

and hard work from all the members, the hallway took second place right<br />

behind the Seniors!<br />

Spirit Crew is a fun easy way to get involved, raise money for the sophomore<br />

class, and share ideas regarding spirit at <strong>Oswego</strong> East. New members are<br />

always welcome to attend out weekly meetings on Thursdays at 6:50 am in<br />

B211. If you have any questions or want more information, please contact the<br />

Spirit Crew sponsor, Ms. Schremp @nschremp1006@oswego<strong>308</strong>.org.


Increasing Students’ Reading Ability Starts at Home<br />

Research proves that of all academic subjects, reading is the<br />

most sensitive to family influence. The College Board, the<br />

organization in charge of the Advanced Placement (AP) courses,<br />

found that “reading achievement is... dependent on learning<br />

activities in the home” more so than math or science achievement.<br />

Helping your child become an effective reader supports his<br />

success in English classes, but can also make a difference in their<br />

ability to succeed in all subject areas.<br />

To support a reading environment at home, these simple suggestions can make a big<br />

difference in helping your child become a more advanced reader. By putting a few simple<br />

strategies in place, you can have a powerful impact on your child’s literacy and ability to learn.<br />

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Promote a positive attitude about reading.<br />

Be aware of your child’s reading interests and provide those materials.<br />

Talk with your child often about family events, interests, and activities at school.<br />

Have books, magazines, and newspapers available for your child to read.<br />

Read in front of your child. Show your child that reading is valued.<br />

Read something together and talk about what you’ve read.<br />

As you read, draw your child’s attention to new words or key words.<br />

Look up new words together in the dictionary or online.<br />

Go to the library together and register your child for a library card. Addresses and<br />

websites for your local library are printed in this newsletter for your convenience.<br />

Another quick way to involve yourself in your child’s reading achievement is to ask<br />

questions about what they are reading in school. You may want to read the same books or<br />

articles on similar topics with your child to further enhance the learning taking place in the<br />

classroom. By asking questions about what your child is reading, you are helping him think<br />

about what has been learned. Questions can also help you understand more about what is<br />

happening in your child’s educational life. Below are some questions you could ask your child<br />

about reading. The reading skill you would be fostering is noted.<br />

1. Could you summarize the section you just read?<br />

2. Who are the main characters? What is the main idea? (summarizing)<br />

3. What do you think will happen next? Why? (predicting)<br />

4. What do you picture as you read? (imaging)<br />

5. How does this information link to other subjects? (connecting)<br />

6. What do you think about this idea? (connecting)<br />

7. What is the conflict or problem in the story? (summarizing)<br />

8. Are there words in this piece that are new to you? (vocabulary development)


Increasing Students’ Reading Ability Starts at Home continued.<br />

If your child doesn’t like to read or is not motivated to read, research shows that you<br />

have the most impact on positively influencing your child to gain a more positive outlook.<br />

Perhaps giving your child options of materials to read would encourage him to be more<br />

motivated. Research suggests that if a child is allowed to select reading materials – and is<br />

given considerable latitude in that choice (books, magazines, newspapers, CD-ROMS, iBooks<br />

or other technology-centered reading) – that he will be more likely to enjoy the experience and<br />

continue to read. As a parent, it might be difficult to refrain from making value judgments about<br />

the quality of what your child chooses to read, but growing a motivated reader begins with the<br />

child feeling good about what he is reading and enjoying the experience.<br />

Overwhelmingly, the family’s role in children’s learning is undisputed: you have the most<br />

influence in supporting your child’s reading growth. Think your child doesn’t want to talk to you<br />

about school and reading? The National Commission on Children found that 48% of high<br />

school students would like to talk to their parents more about what they are reading and doing<br />

in school. Go ahead and get the conversation started. You may be surprised how much your<br />

child has to say!<br />

Information About Your Local Libraries<br />

<strong>Oswego</strong> Public Library<br />

32 West Jefferson St<br />

<strong>Oswego</strong>, IL 60543<br />

(630) 554-3150<br />

http://www.oswego.lib.il.us/teens/index.htm<br />

Hours:<br />

Weekdays: 9 am - 9 pm<br />

Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm<br />

Sunday: Noon - 4 pm<br />

Montgomery Campus<br />

1111 Reading Drive, Montgomery, IL 60538<br />

(630) 978-1205<br />

http://www.oswego.lib.il.us/<br />

Hours:<br />

Weekdays - 9 am—9 pm<br />

Saturday - 9 am—5 pm<br />

Sunday - Noon—4 pm<br />

Eola Public Library<br />

555 S. Eola Road<br />

Aurora, IL 60504<br />

(630) 264-3400<br />

http://www.aurora.lib.il.us/teens/Teenspace.htm<br />

Hours:<br />

Monday – Thursday: 9 am – 9 pm<br />

Friday & Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm<br />

<strong>School</strong> Year, 1 pm – 5 pm<br />

Plainfield Public Library<br />

15025 S. Illinois St.<br />

Plainfield, IL 60544<br />

(815)436-6639<br />

http://plainfield.lib.il.us/ya/index.asp<br />

Hours:<br />

Monday - Thursday: 9 am - 9 pm<br />

Friday –Saturday: 9 am – 5 pm<br />

Sunday: 1 pm – 5 pm (Sept-May)


Student Services News<br />

OEHS is Helping Our Wolves with Love<br />

With a crisp chill in the air, the changing leaves on the trees, and pumpkin spice<br />

lattes, it can only mean one thing...the holiday season is quickly approaching!<br />

Some of us are gearing up for Halloween, planning menus and travel plans for<br />

Thanksgiving, and maybe even secretly hoping to hear some holiday tunes before<br />

“Black Friday”. But for many families, however, the idea of the holidays<br />

approaching can be overwhelmingly stressful, lonely, and financially taxing. Five<br />

years ago, <strong>Oswego</strong> East High <strong>School</strong> began a new fundraising campaign to<br />

support students whose holidays may be afflicted with financial hardship. Modeled after the <strong>Unit</strong>ed Way<br />

“Forgotten Teens” program, H.O.W.L. (Helping Our Wolves with Love) is an opportunity for the <strong>Oswego</strong><br />

East student body, staff and community members to join forces and remember those teens in need.<br />

Teens from the ages 15-19 are usually the ones who are forgotten during the holiday season. This<br />

includes many families here in the <strong>308</strong> community that do not have enough money to purchase gifts for<br />

the holidays. Over the past five years, <strong>Oswego</strong> East has planned various fundraisers involving<br />

students, staff and community. Fundraisers have included Dominos Pizza Days, Famous Dave’s Day,<br />

sales of an <strong>Oswego</strong> East Staff Cookbook, and Buona Beef Days. H.O.W.L.’s most successful<br />

fundraiser, however, has been Donut Days here at the school. Dick’s Mini Donuts has partnered with<br />

<strong>Oswego</strong> East and donates 40% of sales to the H.O.W.L. program. Donut Days typically take place on<br />

early dismissal days, during parent/teacher conferences, beginning of the year schedule pick-up, Open<br />

House, and graduation. The money raised is then distributed amongst students (whom have been<br />

identified by <strong>Oswego</strong> East staff as homeless or in<br />

need) in gift card form. To protect their privacy all<br />

of the names of students receiving gift cards remain<br />

confidential. Last year <strong>Oswego</strong> East was able to<br />

purchase 65 gift cards in the amount of $25 each.<br />

Providing this small gift for 65 students is an<br />

amazing accomplishment, however there are so<br />

many more students and families that could benefit<br />

from this program and so much more our <strong>Oswego</strong><br />

East student body, staff and community can do to<br />

make the <strong>2012</strong> holiday season our best ever.<br />

If you or anyone you know would like to assist<br />

with the H.O.W.L. program or make a donation,<br />

please feel free to contact Brianne Kalusniak,<br />

<strong>Oswego</strong> East <strong>School</strong> Social Worker, at<br />

(630)636-2244 or bkalusniak0510@oswego<strong>308</strong>.org.<br />

Monetary donations can also be dropped off in the<br />

OEHS Student Services department.<br />

H.O.W.L. is also proud to announce its recent<br />

partnership with Jamberry Nails. Jamberry<br />

Nails will be sold at the Churchill Club Holiday<br />

Stop and Shop event on <strong>November</strong> 11, <strong>2012</strong>.<br />

Stop by and see what new and exciting patterns<br />

are available! 100% of sales for all holiday<br />

patterns will be donated directly to the OEHS<br />

H.O.W.L. program.<br />

Students from OEHS have been busy exploring<br />

career/college opportunities.<br />

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<strong>Community</strong> Service<br />

Hours…<br />

... are not required but are<br />

definitely encouraged. Local<br />

opportunities are available.<br />

Check out our community service page and the<br />

updated community services newsletter http://<br />

www.oswego<strong>308</strong>.org/schools/oehs/academics/<br />

studentservices/communityservice.aspx<br />

We took 2 busloads of students to the<br />

Hispanic College Fair. There were<br />

approximately 100 college representatives<br />

available. Many of our students attended.<br />

A group of students from all grade levels<br />

attended the Splash! Program at the<br />

University of Chicago.<br />

OE students went to the Waubonsee<br />

<strong>Community</strong> College Career Expo.<br />

Students participated in Northern Illinois<br />

University’s Stemfest <strong>2012</strong>.<br />

Continue to check the OEHS Student<br />

Services Webpage and the <strong>Oswego</strong> East<br />

Student Services Facebook page for the latest<br />

information


College<br />

Collage<br />

More from Student Services<br />

News from the College and Career Center<br />

There is a new process in place this year for college/university visits. College/University Admissions<br />

Representatives are now offered the option to meet with students in small groups in the College and Career<br />

Center. We are asking all students to sign up in the College and Career Center if they would like to receive a pass<br />

to meet with the visiting admission representatives. For a complete list of colleges/universities that are currently<br />

scheduled to visit OEHS, please go to:<br />

Go to http://www.oswego<strong>308</strong>.org/schools/oehs/academics/studentservices/default.aspx On the right hand side of<br />

this page is the Student Services Calendar Click here to view the OEHS College Visit Calendar!<br />

Visits are written on the whiteboard outside the College and Career Center each day.<br />

By becoming a fan of our Facebook page, you will have access to our calendar of college visits.<br />

COLLEGE APPLICATIONS DEADLINES:<br />

In addition to some schools having a <strong>November</strong> 1 application deadline for priority admissions,<br />

remember that many colleges/universities have a December 1st deadline for scholarship<br />

applications. For example, the various college majors within Northern Illinois University have a<br />

Dec.1st deadline.<br />

New Futuro Brighter Futures Summit<br />

on <strong>November</strong> 10, <strong>2012</strong><br />

ISAC has joined forces with New Futuro to<br />

improve the educational prospects of Latino<br />

families. New Futuro will be hosting Brighter<br />

Futures Summits to assist Latino students<br />

across the country and ISAC has been a strong<br />

supporter of these efforts. The Chicago <strong>2012</strong><br />

Brighter Futures Summit will take place on<br />

Saturday, <strong>November</strong> 10th at Navy Pier.<br />

There will be over 100 colleges and universities<br />

and over 50 partnering organizations providing<br />

students and parents resources to reach their<br />

educational goals. Students will also have the<br />

chance to win THOUSANDS of dollars in<br />

scholarships. This is a family event in which<br />

students and parents are encouraged to attend.<br />

Workshops will be provided on everything from<br />

early childhood education to college internships<br />

throughout the day. This event is FREE and open<br />

to the public.<br />

Students can register for the event at<br />

www.newfuturo.com/ISAC/Events.<br />

On Monday, Nov. 5th at 6:30pm in the LRC<br />

of <strong>Oswego</strong> East High <strong>School</strong>, a representative<br />

from Career Vision will be presenting "Start<br />

Early-Start Smart: College Major and<br />

Career Planning Seminar".<br />

College is too important and too expensive<br />

to simply HOPE a student will find a college<br />

major and career direction! Indecision,<br />

changing majors and transferring schools are<br />

symptoms that indicate a student needs help.<br />

When students choose a motivating college<br />

major and career goal, they are more<br />

successful in college and launching their<br />

careers. Learn why EARLY career planning is<br />

crucial for students, as well as the 5 steps for<br />

making these decisions - even BEFORE<br />

looking at colleges. This presentation is suitable<br />

for parents and their school age children.<br />

Parents, don't miss “Conquering College<br />

Costs” presented by the Leading Expert on<br />

College Finance,<br />

Frank Palmasani.<br />

Monday, <strong>November</strong><br />

19, <strong>2012</strong> at 7pm in<br />

the <strong>Oswego</strong> High February 9, 2013<br />

<strong>School</strong> Auditorium<br />

April 13, 2013<br />

ACT Test Dates for <strong>2012</strong>-13<br />

December 8, <strong>2012</strong> (@OEHS)<br />

June 8, 2013 (@OEHS)


From the World Languages Department<br />

French German Mandarin Spanish<br />

Mandarin Club<br />

You don’t know what actual Chinese food is until you taste it, and once<br />

you have it, you’ll never go back! We experienced this in Mandarin Club<br />

on Monday October 15, students and Mandarin Teacher Mrs. Liu made 炒<br />

面 Chao Mian (Fried Noodles). The students broke up into three different<br />

groups: The cooks, the prep team, and the clean up crew. When all of it was set and done the<br />

students dug into their first meal made together. It was delicious, and like no other Chinese food<br />

we had ever eaten!<br />

If you are interested in running /helping the<br />

club, organizing events, curious about Chinese<br />

cuisine or being vice president, secretary, or<br />

the photographer please attend the next meeting<br />

or contact Mrs. Liu.<br />

CURRENT EVENTS:<br />

-GERMANY & THE ALPS: Travel Trip 2013! Sign up at: www.eftours.com/1223693<br />

Next meetings: October 15 & <strong>November</strong> 19 @OEHS ROOM F128 @6pm<br />

Registration Deadline is <strong>November</strong> 20!!!! Register now!!!!<br />

-3 rd Annual Vendor Fair fundraiser: Supports the 2013 trip.<br />

Email: germanclubfair2011@gmail.com<br />

When: Saturday, February 23, 2013 9am-3pm @<strong>Oswego</strong> <strong>308</strong> Center<br />

-AATG GERMAN NATIONAL EXAM<br />

GERMAN I students may take a practice exam for FREE!!!!!<br />

German 2-4 students will be competing to win a TRIP TO GERMANY for only $5.<br />

There are many other prizes and awards for all levels!!!!<br />

We have had winners in the past and even a trip winner in 2011!<br />

The Exam is recognized by many college and Goethe Institute.<br />

Our Exam is at OEHS room F128 on December 13, <strong>2012</strong>.<br />

Registration Deadline is October 20.Please ask for a REGISTRATION form!<br />

For more information: http://www.aatg.org/NGE<br />

-KRISTKINDLMARKT<br />

Our yearly excursion will be on December 1. The Kristkindlmarkt is a Christmas market<br />

with different venders from all over Europe not just Germany. It is held in Chicago every<br />

year and hundreds of people go for its unique food and ornaments. It is a great<br />

opportunity for fun and to learn about the European culture. We will be traveling with<br />

other German programs together! Make some new friends! Families are VERY welcome<br />

to participate! Make it a family excursion! Register with Frau Anna<br />

http://www.christkindlmarket.com/en/visitor-information/the-christkind/<br />

-PACE World Language Night<br />

German National Honor Society and DeutschKlub students will be playing interactive<br />

games and presenting information on the German courses at the high school level that<br />

are not offered at the junior highs. This event is for all <strong>District</strong> <strong>308</strong> students and parents.<br />

Come out to this FREE event and learn more about these languages. Plus, we will have<br />

goodies and takeaways! http://pacelanguagenight.eventbrite.com Presentations will be<br />

held from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. at:<br />

Traughber LRC – Nov. 2 nd Bednarcik Cafeteria – Nov. 9 th Thompson LRC – Nov. 16 th<br />

Tips for learning:<br />

www.conjuguemos.com<br />

www.quizlet.com<br />

http://www.lyricstraining.com<br />

Google: Deutschinoswego<br />

Idiom of the month:<br />

Mit jemandem unter vier Augen sprechen<br />

Word of the Month:<br />

Mampf<br />

German In History:<br />

King Ludwig I married Princess Therese of Saxe-<br />

Hildburghausen on October 12, 1810. to celebrate<br />

they held a festival which is still celebrated today:<br />

Oktoberfest!<br />

Martinstag is <strong>November</strong> 11.<br />

There are six historical events (good and bad) that<br />

happened on <strong>November</strong> 9 which have changed the<br />

lives of thousands. Respect yourself and your<br />

neighbor.<br />

“Society is unity in diversity. “ George H. Mead<br />

-DeutschKlub<br />

Next meetings: Oct 18 @OHS October 25@OEHS <strong>November</strong> 1@OHS


OEHS Band and Choir News<br />

Throughout the month of October, all of our bands at <strong>Oswego</strong><br />

East High <strong>School</strong> have maintained a busy rehearsal and<br />

performance schedule. During the home football games, the<br />

Beasts of the East Marching Band has performed the energetic<br />

<strong>2012</strong> Blood, Sweat and Tears Show. On October 11th, the<br />

Marching Band performed in front of over 1000 fellow high school<br />

musicians during the <strong>2012</strong> Panther Review.<br />

Several of our band boosters helped by donating products or by<br />

working during the Homecoming Dance within<br />

the concession stand and the bake sale during<br />

the Homecoming football game. Thank you to all<br />

of the band families who were able to provide<br />

support for these events. At the conclusion of<br />

October, all of the curricular ensembles<br />

performed during concerts. These concerts<br />

featured the talents of freshmen-senior instrumentalists in Concert Band,<br />

Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, and Wind Symphony. Throughout the month, the OEHS Jazz Band<br />

has been busy with rehearsing for the upcoming <strong>November</strong> 14th performance at OHS. During this<br />

performance, our jazz musicians will have the opportunity to work with the internationally renowned<br />

Northern Illinois University Jazz Ensemble and their conductor Ron Carter.<br />

All band students are currently participating in a cheesecake, fruit, cheese,<br />

and sausage fundraiser. Money raised through this fundraiser will help students<br />

pay for upcoming band trips. The fundraiser ends on <strong>November</strong> 14th, and the<br />

items will be delivered on December 15th. Please contact Mrs. Kelly O'Neill if<br />

you have any questions about the fundraiser.<br />

The first choir concert will be held at the PAC on <strong>November</strong> 1st<br />

at 7pm. Our Winter Choir & Band Concert on December 11th at<br />

7pm, which will feature our all of our choir & band students, including<br />

jazz & pop groups. Our vocal jazz group, Spotlight, will also be doing<br />

some caroling around the area. The following events are open to the<br />

public: <strong>Oswego</strong> Christmas Walk during the evening of December 7<br />

(including a performance at the Little White <strong>School</strong>house that<br />

evening), and the <strong>Oswego</strong> Park <strong>District</strong> "Holiday Express" event the<br />

following weekend. We will also be performing at a holiday party for<br />

patients of the Rush-Copley Heart Center.<br />

OEHS's <strong>2012</strong> IMEA <strong>District</strong> 9 Music Festival Participants announced!<br />

On Tuesday, October 2nd, several OEHS singers and instrumentalists auditioned to be a part of the<br />

IMEA <strong>District</strong> 9 Festivals. <strong>District</strong> 9 is extremely competitive, and these students should be very proud<br />

of this accomplishment! The Jazz Festival is on <strong>November</strong> 10th at Naperville Central HS, and the<br />

<strong>District</strong> Senior Festival is on <strong>November</strong> 17th at Hampshire High <strong>School</strong>. All-State results will be<br />

determined after 11/17, but will be based on the scores from Tuesday night. Thanks to everyone who<br />

auditioned!<br />

Instrumental:<br />

Lucas Hezze (Tenor Saxophone, Jazz and Concert Band )<br />

Madeline Alvendia (Viola, Orchestra)<br />

Jessica Mandel (Oboe, Orchestra)<br />

Rena Johnson (Trumpet, Band & Jazz)<br />

Vocal:<br />

Jordan Chenoweth (Chorus & Vocal Jazz)<br />

Lauren Collins (Chorus)<br />

Zac Cooper (Chorus)<br />

Ty Hall (Chorus & Vocal Jazz)<br />

Brian Parker (Chorus & Vocal Jazz)


Writing Tutoring Available at East!<br />

The <strong>Oswego</strong> East English Department will begin offering after school writing<br />

assistance in the LRC. An English teacher will be in the LRC from 2:40-3:30<br />

p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays from October 30 th until the end of the<br />

academic year. Students may visit the LRC to work with an English teacher on<br />

writing assignments from any class. Tutors will also assist with research,<br />

college scholarship applications, and resumé writing.<br />

Specific dates for writing tutoring are below:<br />

October 30 / <strong>November</strong> 1, 8, 13, 15, 20, 27, 29 / December 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 / January 8, 15, 17, 22,<br />

24, 29, 31 / February 5, 12, 14, 19, 21, 28 /March 5, 7, 12, 14, 21 / April 2, 9, 11, 16, 25, 30 / May 2, 7,<br />

9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28<br />

A bus ride home will be provided to encourage students to work with our<br />

tutors on writing skills. An after school activity bus will be available to take<br />

students back to their home subdivisions. If you have questions about the<br />

writing tutoring, please contact English Department Chair Amy Monahan<br />

(630-636-2254, amonahan1201@oswego<strong>308</strong>.org). If you have questions<br />

about the after school activity bus, please contact Assistant Principal Will<br />

Dwyer (630-636-2212, wdwyer@oswego<strong>308</strong>.org).<br />

OEHS Drama Club Presented its Fall Play<br />

Almost, Maine<br />

The theatre season began at <strong>Oswego</strong> East with the<br />

presentation of Almost, Maine. In the middle of winter in<br />

Maine, the residents of the small town of Almost showed us<br />

what love is and what it is not and also what it could be.<br />

A talented cast and crew of students from all grade levels,<br />

under the direction of Mr. Gary Smiley, worked very hard to<br />

produce this romantic comedy, where love is lost and found<br />

when you least expect it!<br />

Congratulations to<br />

the OEHS<br />

Drama Club!


Volley for the Cure a Huge Success!<br />

The girls volleyball program would like to thank<br />

everyone who helped, organized, attended and showed<br />

support for the Volley for The Cure game. To top it off,<br />

all levels showed success and the varsity team earned a<br />

point for our cross-town challenge! OEHS will be be<br />

making a substantial donation to the Susan B. Komen<br />

Foundation!<br />

A special thanks to the band, Wolf Pack, broadcasting,<br />

athletic department and the volleyball staff (Jackie<br />

Rust, Katie Smithart, Jackie Charlett, Kellie Schumacher) for making the night extra special<br />

and for all your hard work!<br />

Attention Freshman and Sophomore Girls<br />

Looking for a way to get involved with your school? The girls<br />

bowling season is right around the corner! Coach Hillman is<br />

always looking for athletes willing to work hard to contribute to the<br />

winning tradition that has been built here at <strong>Oswego</strong> East. The<br />

tryout dates are:<br />

Monday, 11/5/12 - 12:00-2:00pm at Parkside Lanes in Aurora, IL<br />

Tuesday, 11/6/12 - 1:00-3:00pm at Parkside Lanes<br />

Wednesday, 11/7/12 - 3:15-5:15 at Parkside Lanes<br />

No real experience is required. If interested, please visit the athletic office for information<br />

and registration or see Coach Hillman in the gym. Thanks and we are looking forward to<br />

another successful season!<br />

Market Day is coming to OEHS!<br />

The Wolf Parents organization is bringing Market Day to <strong>Oswego</strong> East<br />

beginning in <strong>November</strong>. Every month, proceeds will benefit different clubs<br />

and organizations throughout the school! The funds raised from the<br />

<strong>November</strong> sales, will benefit the H.O.W.L. (helping our wolves with love)<br />

Program. You can order online using the school code 29904.<br />

Join us at our next chat session at 7:00 pm on <strong>November</strong> 14th to see how you can get<br />

involved. For more information you can contact us at:<br />

www.oewolfparents.com<br />

oewolfparents@gmail.com<br />

Together, we can make a difference in our school!


Please join us for World Language Night Sponsored by PACE<br />

Try Mandarin/Chinese, French, or German for a night!<br />

High school teachers will be playing interactive games and<br />

presenting information on these 3 languages at the high<br />

school level that are not offered at the junior highs. This<br />

event is for all <strong>District</strong> <strong>308</strong> students and parents. Come out<br />

to this free event and learn more about these languages.<br />

Plus, we will have goodies and takeaways!<br />

Presentations will be held from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. at:<br />

Traughber LRC – <strong>November</strong> 2 nd<br />

Bednarcik Cafeteria - <strong>November</strong> 9th<br />

Thompson LRC – <strong>November</strong> 16 th<br />

Come out and<br />

learn a new<br />

language!<br />

NOTE: Walk-ins welcome at 6:45 p.m., but<br />

advance registration recommended. Register at<br />

http://pacelanguagenight.eventbrite.com<br />

PACE is a parent organization in the <strong>Oswego</strong> <strong>308</strong> <strong>School</strong> <strong>District</strong> that supports academic<br />

excellence for all students and supports academically talented, honors, and AP students. Please<br />

visit us at www.pace<strong>308</strong>.org


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Let us all give them our support!<br />

Market Day is coming to <strong>Oswego</strong> East! The first pick up day will be Monday, <strong>November</strong> 12 th<br />

between 5:30-6:30 pm. Cut off time to place your order online will be Thursday, <strong>November</strong><br />

8 th . Paper orders must be received at the OEHS main office by noon, Wednesday, <strong>November</strong><br />

7 th . Watch for order forms at the Parent-Teacher conferences on Nov. 5 th . The funds raised<br />

from Market Day will help many organizations and clubs at <strong>Oswego</strong> East.<br />

<strong>November</strong> is a bonus pie month. Help us reach our goal of 100 pies sold to receive extra<br />

profits. Delicious pies for Thanksgiving will be available!<br />

FREE Pie Carrier<br />

with $90 online purchase*<br />

Promo Code: NOVBONUS<br />

Go to www.marketday.com to sign up and place your order through <strong>Oswego</strong> East High<br />

<strong>School</strong>. <strong>School</strong> Account Number:29904


Support your student athlete with a yard sign and a portion of<br />

the proceeds benefits OEHS Sports Boosters. Order today!<br />

The<br />

OEHS<br />

Wolf<br />

Gear<br />

Store<br />

is open<br />

on Friday’s during<br />

lunch. Shop the Wolf<br />

Gear Catalog at<br />

www.oehsboosters.com<br />

and contact us at<br />

wolfgear@comcast.net<br />

for your spirit or holiday<br />

needs!<br />

Next Senior Celebration<br />

planning meeting is<br />

Tuesday, <strong>November</strong> 13<br />

at 7 PM in the LRC at<br />

<strong>Oswego</strong> East. All parents<br />

are welcome to attend.<br />

Next Sports Booster<br />

meeting is Monday,<br />

<strong>November</strong> 5 th at 7 PM in<br />

the LRC at <strong>Oswego</strong> East.


OEHS Calendar<br />

October 29-30—Band Concerts<br />

<strong>November</strong> 1—Choir Concert 7pm<br />

<strong>November</strong> 2 - Blood Drive<br />

<strong>November</strong> 5 - 5-Hour Student Attendance Day<br />

Don’t forget to check<br />

our school website for<br />

updates!<br />

http://www.oswego<strong>308</strong>.org/<br />

schools/oehs<br />

PLAN—EXPLORE Tests<br />

Parent/Teacher Conferences 3-8 p.m.<br />

Jimmy John’s Fundraiser Day<br />

Sports Booster Meeting 7 pm<br />

<strong>November</strong> 6 - No <strong>School</strong>, PTC 8-11 a.m.<br />

<strong>November</strong> 11-17 American Education Week<br />

<strong>November</strong> 12—Market Day Pick up 5:30-6:30<br />

<strong>November</strong> 13 - Senior Celebration Meeting 7 pm<br />

<strong>November</strong> 14 - Wolf Parents Meeting 7pm<br />

<strong>November</strong> 21,22 and 23- No <strong>School</strong><br />

December 5 - 5 Hour Student attendance day<br />

Club Photos<br />

December 11 - Band and Choir Winter Concert 7pm<br />

December 12 - Wolf Parents Meeting 9am<br />

December 20 - Mr. OEHS<br />

December 22-January 6 Winter Break<br />

January 7 - Classes Resume<br />

January 9 - Wolf Parents Meeting 7 pm<br />

January 11 - Early Dismissal 11am<br />

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS<br />

OEHS Main Phone Line: 630-636-2200<br />

Athletic Department: 630-636-2222<br />

Attendance: 630-636-2201<br />

College & Career Center: 630-636-2245<br />

Dean’s Office: 630-636-2217<br />

Nurse’s Office: 630-636-2202<br />

Registrar: 630-636-2234<br />

Student Services: 630-636-2241<br />

Transportation: 630-636-2999<br />

STUDENT SERVICES<br />

Mrs. Hoinkes, Director<br />

KHoinkes0417@oswego<strong>308</strong>.org<br />

630-636-2228<br />

Ms. Hafenrichter A-Ca<br />

LHafenrichter0417@oswego<strong>308</strong>.org<br />

630-636-2221<br />

Mrs. Nevarez Cb-Gi<br />

MNevarez1126@oswego<strong>308</strong>.org<br />

630-636-2236<br />

Mrs. Allen Gj-K<br />

JAllen0114@oswego<strong>308</strong>.org<br />

630-636-2230<br />

Mrs. Gleason L-O<br />

MGleason0688@oswego<strong>308</strong>.org<br />

630-636-2240<br />

Mrs. Ziegler P-Sik<br />

JZiegler1028@oswego<strong>308</strong>.org<br />

630-636-2237<br />

Mrs. Fatig Sil-Z<br />

BFatig0419@oswego<strong>308</strong>.org<br />

630-636-2238

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