RHS News

Oregon Colleges Visit Reedsport
by Alison Law

Where are you going to college? Have you decided on a

major? What are you going to be when you grow up? These are questions many juniors and seniors face as they prepare for life after high school. To help these students decide on their path, Reedsport High School invited the Oregon University System (OUS) to present a program on in-state public university options.
OUS is comprised of seven Oregon Universities: Oregon State University, University of Oregon, Portland State University, Western Oregon University, Southern Oregon University, Eastern Oregon University, and Oregon Institute of Technology. These universities are all varied in size and location, from 5,000 students in the small town of Monmouth at WOU to 24,000 students in the heart of downtown Portland at PSU.
Statistically, one in four Oregon high school students attend one of these state funded facilities. According to Kelly Woolfolke, there is “something for everyone” as there are a total of 325 academic majors at the seven universities.

    Many juniors and seniors went the sessions. They first general session gave a brief introduction to the OUS and each of the universities. Then, students could choose to go to two different sessions, where they had the opportunity to meet with the representative and learn more about the university. At the wrap-up session, students were encouraged to speak to any of the other representatives.
    At each university session, students learned the specifics of the university, including enrollment, class size, campus life, activities and organizations. They also presented students with informational brochures and cards to fill out. Universities use these cards to send more information to interested students.
    The OUS visitation happens yearly at RHS to inform upperclassmen about their options. Principal Mrs. Vander Kley said, “This is a very fun time. We get to hear people who are all fired up about their colleges.”

All Dressed Up
by Heather Leach

    Trick or Treating is an age-old tradition that has been enjoyed by almost everyone, but this year School-to-Work is putting a twist to it. Thanks to new member Beth Moss who has incorporated ideas from her previous school, now more high school students will be involved with this cavity infested holiday.
    Instead of the regular "Trick or Treat, smell my feet..." anthem kids usually chime when prowling around Halloween night, School-to-Work members will be asking for food donations. In order to fit in just a little better the club members will be donning costumes and carrying pillowcases to hold the aluminum cans.
    The night's festivities will commence around 7 pm. After a meeting and optional dress up at Heather Leach's house the students will set out on their quest. Everyone will need to provide his or her won pillowcases and costumes. The costumes are to be school appropriate but the more fun students have with their outfit the better the chance of receiving more canned food.
    The food these students receive is an early kick-off to Project Blessing, an annual food drive in November. All of the food donated will go to the local United Presbyterian Church.
    It's going to be lots of fun so make sure you support the students by cleaning out your canned food cupboard. There is always the pleasant possibility of households tipping with candy for big smiles and awesome costumes.
    If you have any questions contact President Dharmi Patel, or Mrs. Cline.