Student/Parent Handbook - Onteora Central School District

Math Team 9 th – 12 th GradersThe Math Team competes monthly against other Ulster County schools with the possibility ofqualifying for sectional and/or state competition.Science Olympiad 9 th – 12 th GradersStudents in this activity prepare for the competition in the spring (usually mid-February). The activityis based upon student interest.Gifted/Talented Comm. Mentor Program9 th - 12 th GradersThe Community Mentor Program is a challenging learning experience for students in 9th through 12thgrades. The program provides a unique opportunity for students to engage in an in depth explorationof an area of interests. Students are paired with community members who have expertise in that area.With the program coordinator facilitating, they create an individualized education plan, culminating ina final project.High School Newspaper 9 th – 12 th Graders“The Bull” meets weekly after school throughout the school year. Students interested in journalism,current and school events, creative writing, photography, graphic design and layout are encouraged toparticipate.High School Yearbook 9 th – 12 th GradersStudents participating in this activity publish a yearly book featuring all the events of the year.Student Affairs Council - SAC 9 th – 12 th GradersElected student representatives participate in regular meetings of the student government.Students Against Destructive Decisions SADD 9 th – 12 th GradersThis activity supports school and community programs that encourage constructive decisions. Thestudents’ work with DECA on the Toys for Tots Telethon and blood drives. They also work on avariety of fundraising activities for the Belleayre Bash. Membership is $1.00.National Honor Society 10 th – 12 th GradersNational Honor Society is an organization that recognizes and encourages academic achievementwhile also developing the ideals of character, service, and leadership.High School Musical 9 th – 12 th GradersStudents participate in the creation of a fully staged musical featuring singing, dancing, lighting andcostumes. The performance takes place every other year with auditions in early January and theperformances in April. Rehearsals are two to three days per week after school.Chamber Ensemble 9 th – 12 th GradersThis is an audition group who rehearses once a week after school and performs a variety of chambermusic for assemblies and community service. Auditions take place in September. Participation is opento orchestra students.48