In early January, Oakcrest's Biomedical Program received a visit from 9 of its alumni , who spoke to current seniors about college life and health science career pathways. Many thanks to Oak grads Madeline Tse, Makayla Jules, Jon Yuen, Scarlett McCourt, Amaziah Bradshaw, Hannah Curcio, Maxwell Tran, Brianna Perkins, and Alexi Phommathep, who took time out of their busy schedules to visit the Nest and their former teachers.
Xavier Patterson, another alumni of the Oakcrest Media program, joined Mr. Thomas' media classes to share with current students his career journey after Oakcrest- From broadcasting and engineering jobs with WWE, CBS Philly & the military to his current position with QVC.
Do you recognize this retired Oakcrest teacher? It's beloved former Spanish teacher Jeff Forney, who left the Nest in 2019! Jeff, a long-time resident of Mays Landing whose three children are Oak alumni, now splits his time between NJ and Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica, where he is the operations manager of a vacation rental property. When he's in paradise, Jeff spends his time wildlife watching, zip-lining, rafting, and lounging on the beach. He is greatly missed (and envied)!
Oakcrest's Biomedical Magnet continues to offer its students numerous opportunities to explore their post-high school options. In mid-January, the program's 11th and 12th graders, taught by Kristine Demark and Joe Rock, visited ACCC's nearby campus to learn about their Health Science courses.
SJCL Individual Chess Tournament was this Saturday at Audubon High School. Falcons players came in the middle out of 62 players. Next is the Team Tournament in February.
Do you recognize this Oakcrest Class of 2002 graduate? It's media teacher extraordinaire Jason Thomas! Jason, OHS's 2017 Teacher of the Year, is a graduate of Stockton and returned to the Nest in 2006. Jason is also the driving force behind Oakcrest's newest magnet, which focuses on Digital Communications, and can often be seen around campus with a camera, mic, or drone remote controller in his hands. Falcon Nation is lucky to have such a dedicated alum on staff! 💙📸🎓
Oakcrest Boys' Swim is currently 7-2 overall and 5-0 in the CAL National Conference, beating sister schools Absegami and Cedar Creek and conference rivals Atlantic City and Middle Township. Up next: a regular season meet v. Wildwood Catholic and CAL championships!
The Boys & Girls basketball teams were active this week, with both at home and on the road for exciting finishes. Heres a few highlights from the boys vs Pleasantville and the girls @ Camden Academy Charter.
📸: Richard Vasquez-Garcia & Georgia Rowley
On 1/17, Oakcrest hosted Davies Middle School 7th graders for a "Magnet Experience Day" to check out what the BioMedical Science and Digital Communication Magnet Programs are all about. BioMed students and staff offered games, crime scene investigation and more as Digital Comms. featured guest speakers from the media industry and a facility tour.
📸: Magnet Students Anita Sefedini & Joey Sanchez
Congrats to Oakcrest Senior Ryan Monroe, who in early January was named the EHT Philly Pretzel Factory's Athlete of the Week! As of 1/4/25, Ryan had an 11-4 record, racking up 9 pins, the second best in South Jersey.
Have some fun & help raise money for the Oakcrest Falcon Baseball team...by playing cornhole! Come out to Cornhole Craze on 1/26 in Somers Point to compete for a cause. Register online by 1/24 to participate. Email oakcrestbaseball@gmail.com w/ questions.
Winter sports are underway & the Falcons are off to a great start on the court, mat, track and pool. If you havent been able to make it out to a game, check out the athletics schedule for this week at oakcrest.net under the athletics tab and come cheer on our great programs! 📸 by: Chrystal Williams and Stephen Lee
Cabaret Night, hosted by OHS Drama, recently took center stage hosting a variety of performing arts acts featuring students from all grade levels and their wide array of amazing talents.
📸: Kiayon McCullough, Hnrs. Digital Video student
Good Evening,
The Greater Egg Harbor Regional High School District will have a 2 hour delay opening tomorrow, Tuesday January 7th. All scheduled bus stops will be delayed 2 hours. All staff and student report times will be delayed exactly 2 hours as well. There will be no zero period.
Thank you.
Good Evening,
Due to the impending snow storm and after communicating with our constituent districts and police departments, the Greater Egg Harbor Regional High School District will be closed tomorrow, Monday January 6th. Please check our website and app for updates.
Thank you.
Congratulations to Hailey Allen, member of the Oakcrest Class of 2025, who is Ivy League-bound! Hailey, a 2021 graduate of Mullica Township Middle School who aspires to be a cardiologist, has committed to the University of Pennsylvania, where she will study neuroscience. Props to Hailey for making Falcon Nation proud, and GO QUAKERS!
The Press of Atlantic City has announced its 2024 High School Football All-Stars, and Falcon Nation has reason to feel proud!
11th grade linebacker Donovan Linthicum has been named the Defensive Player of the Year. Congrats to Donovan, who is sure to do big things next season, too!
Holiday spirit and Falcon pride were on full display as students and staff participated in winter themed festivities at Oakcrest, including door and hall decorating and a spirit week capped off by a pep rally!
📸 Photos by students in Mr. Thomas' Media and Digital Communications Magnet Program.
Students in Mr Thomas' Honors Digital Video class recently held their annual winter sports media day photo and video shoot for senior athletes at Oakcrest. Check out @ohsdigitalvideo next month to see the finished video on YouTube and Instagram. 📸: Stephen Lee & Armani Valentin
The Oakcrest Teen Center's Week of Holiday Cheer was a success! Wishing everyone a happy and safe holiday season. See you in 2025!
