Students in Mrs. Lovett's 8th grade Art classes have been working with recycled newspaper to create paper mache masks and sculptures. The students learned how to create a mold or armature, attach additives, paper mache, and paint their creations.
With 3 matches left in the regular season, our OJH Esports Super Smash Bros Ultimate teams are bashing, thrashing, and smashing their way up the competitive ladder. The A team of Cole Williams, Kayson Robinson, Keaton Raymer, and Brayden Burnett have climbed their way to 3rd place out of 29 teams in the state, and our B team of Thayer Kovatch, Nathan Warren, Elijah Greer, and Halee Wolf have combo moved into FIRST place for the state of TEXAS! Keep up the moves Bobcats!
Tonight, at the November board meeting, the board and Dr. McAlpin recognized our November Students and Employee of the Month.
Jensen McLemore - OES 1st Grade
Lindley Beckham - OES 4th Grade
Audrey Broussard - Orangefield Junior High
Matthew Golemon - Orangefield High School
Shannon King - OISD Employee of the Month
This past Thursday, the OJH Bobcats traveled to Kirbyville to try and capture a District title.
The 7th grade group took on the Kirbyville Wildcats first. The Cats struggled to get things going early offensively. Major Butler, Kaysen Click, and Andrew Burt each had explosive plays down the sideline, picking up significant yardage. The defense was led by Burt, Click, and Easton Locke. Locke played one of his best games of the year with one interception and 11 tackles. The defense held Kirbyville close for as long as they could before the Wildcats pulled away in the third quarter, winning 38-0.
The 8th grade squad took the field next and looked to clinch their second straight District Title. The Bobcats struck first, marching their way down the field behind solid running from Hunter Block, Hunter Reeves, and Korbyn "Butter" Smith. Jaxon Agerton snuck his way into the endzone for the first touchdown, which was followed up with an extra point by Andrew Rutledge. The Bobcats forced a three-and-out on defense and followed that possession by scoring on a 43-yard end-around from Reeves. That touchdown was followed up by an extra point from Kyran Morrow. The last touchdown was a beautiful pass from Agerton to John Royer in the closing minutes of the first half. Roc Slaughter stepped in to convert that extra point attempt. Gage Lucas ran hard all game, making would-be Wildcat defenders miss. The defense was led by Case Comeaux, Grayson Rickenbrode, Logan Anderson, Block, and Dacius Lytle. Block had two interceptions, one of which was nearly returned for a touchdown, but was unfortunately called back. Rickenbrode threw a gorgeous block to spring Hunter Block free up the sideline. Block also had a touchdown-saving tackle which forced a fumble that was recovered by Reeves to keep Kirbyville at bay. The Bobcats won 21-8, capturing the District Title in consecutive years.
The Bobcats will be at home on Tuesday against East Chambers for their final game of the season.
This weeks athletic schedule:
Orangefield ISD is home to the hardest-working staff in Texas! Our faculty work tirelessly to provide a safe, effective learning environment for each and every student. We want to take the time to highlight one of our hardest workers: Mrs. Edwards. From decorating the halls, to leaving encouraging post-its for her peers, and making positive phone calls home, Mrs. Edwards never stops working. Thank you for your hard work for our kids and our community!
On Monday, the OJH Lady Bobcats took on the Lady Bucs at home.
The 7th grade B-team finished the season with a strong serving game, defeating the Lady Buccaneers in two sets, 15-0 and 16-14. Brynlee Baggett served 15 straight to win the first set and ended the night with ten aces. Adding to the Bobcat win was Molly Cheek with four aces and Brooklyn Bishop with a kill.
The 8th Grade B team finished the season with an easy two-set win against the Lady Bucs, 15-9 and 15-2. Melissa Saucedo-Mendoza, Maya Manning, and Addison Leblanc led the team in serves. Aspen Babin played all around, leading in attacks with three and did great receiving the Lady Bucs' serves. Melissa Saucedo-Mendoza had a kill and Arianna Collazo had a front row attack. The Lady Bobcats had a great season!
The 7th grade A team had a great game against East Chambers but fell short at the end, 16-25 and 21-25. The leaders in serving for the game were Ariana Wolf with seven serves and three aces and Kylie VanMarion with five serves and two aces. Leading the front row with attacks were Ainsley McAlpin with three attacks, Lakynnn Granger with two attacks and one kill, and Maizey Jaynes with one attack. The back-row defense was led by Carleigh Mouton, Jordan Leibold, Rylee Ramirez, and Zoe Caroll. The setter of the night, with two assists, was Piper Pollet.
The 8th grade A-team closed out the night with a phenomenal team win, taking down the Lady Bucs in just two sets, 25-19 and 25-22. Ava Josephson was the front-row standout, making multiple kills each set. The back row of Zoey Harvey, Madilynn Chance, Avery Seals, and Peyton Vincent worked so well together defending the attacks from the Bucs. Laila Agerton and Kinsley Moore held their own on the outside to keep the Bobcats from trailing. Setters, Teal Kibodeaux and Jocelyn Droddy had ten combined assists. Hannah Bisson sealed the deal with a perfect ace to officially send the Lady Bucs on their way. The Bobcats finish the season with a 4-3 district record and are 10-5 overall. Good luck to all the 8th graders next year in High School- we wish them all the best!
Each six weeks at OJH, faculty and staff vote to recognize one student from every grade level as the "Brightest Bobcat." These students are selected on two criteria: they give great effort in all that they do, and they have a fantastic attitude each day. Congratulations to the 2nd Six Weeks Brightest Bobcats!
6th grade: Larsen Richard
7th grade: William Mouton
8th grade: Gage Lucas
On Monday. October 16th, the OJH Lady Cats traveled to Buna to take on the Cougars.
The 7th grade B-team started the night with a close back-and-forth battle, but took a loss in the first set, 11-15. The Lady Bobcats fought back, winning the next two sets, 15-2 and 16-14. The leading server for the night was Paisley Stelly, with eight aces. Sara McFatter was next with six aces. Audrey Broussard led in attacks and Gray Borel led in assists.
The 8th grade B-team kept the wins coming with a two-set win over the Lady Cougars, 15-13 and 15-4. Melissa Saucedo-Mendoza led the team in serves. Aspen Babin collected two kills and two attacks. Emma Bufford protected the net, while Addison LeBlanc had two digs.
The 7th grade A-team had a smooth start, taking set one, 25-12. The leading server was Ariana Wolf with six aces and 13 total serves. Zoe Carroll led in digs with 15. The lead attacker was Lakynn Granger with six attacks, two kills, and two Happy Birthdays. In the second set, the Cats took a close loss, 25-22. In the third set, the Lady Bobcats brought home the 15-7 win!
The 8th grade A-team ended the night with an easy win in two sets, 25-11 and 25-15. Teal Kibodeaux led behind the service line with 20 total serves and 11 aces. Madilynn Chance also contributed ten total serves in the match. Ava Josephson protected and attacked from the net to secure four kills and two Happy Birthdays! In the back row, Paxton Oldham led in passing to help give the edge to the Lady Bobcats.
Friday, October 27th the ice cream man will be visiting campus! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NQFhGlcad1uFVpxB4iaeInlCJSdViv4u/view?usp=drive_link
See the attached graphic for information about our glow in the dark pep rally at OJH Next Tuesday!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Wfxb5prNMujIU0JqOBeWilRiPpsaqizv/view?usp=drive_link
Don't Forget! Friday, October 27th is the 2nd Six Weeks Fun Day FUNdraiser at OJH! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AMTtJXhvFBxb7yr5P2M9AkufObZ1a3gK/view?usp=drive_link
OISD Community Bond Election Meeting
On Wednesday, students in Ms. Oliver's 6th grade Science classes completed a Thermal Energy Lab. Students discussed heat energy transferring through convection, conduction, and radiation. These processes were explained by making hot chocolate, and students got to warm up while learning about thermal energy transfers.
Last week, the OJH Bobcats took on the Hardin Hornets for Homecoming.
The 7th grade team started the night off with a 48-14 victory over the Hornets. The offense had several standouts including Kaysen Click, Major Butler, Lawrence Steiner, Kolston Robinson, Mark Golemon, and Lexon Detwiler. Click led the pack, scoring two touchdowns and converting two two-point conversions. Steiner ran for one score and also returned a kick for a touchdown. Butler scored a touchdown on a fifty-plus yard pass from Click. Robinson took a toss around the edge and ran through two would-be tacklers on his way into the end zone. Golemon took his first-ever handoff to the house, scoring from 65 yards out in an amazing display of speed. Detwiler converted his two-point conversion on a pass from Click from 21 yards out. Defensively, Zachary Ellis had an interception and several knockdowns. For the third consecutive week, Andrew Burt led the team in tackles, tallying 11 this week.
The 8th grade group had quite a show to follow but stepped up to the challenge, winning 35-0. This game turned out to be a special teams showcase as Dacius Lytle started things off by returning a punt for 34 yards and his first touchdown of the season. Gage Lucas immediately took the ball around the edge and converted the two-point conversion, going in untouched. Hunter Block would show off his great vision, weaving in and out of traffic and then cutting back to score from 57 yards out. Roc Slaughter would come on to convert the extra point attempt. Lucas scored his weekly touchdown blazing down the sideline on a jet sweep that left no defender close to him. Andrew Rutledge entered the game and converted the extra point attempt. Korbyn “Butter” Smith made a trip to the end zone by barreling his way through would-be tacklers. Kyran Morrow then entered and converted the extra point attempt. Hunter Reeves would not be denied on an impressive run, as he went around the edge and scored the final touchdown of the game from 42 yards out. A special shout-out goes to Coach Wilbur and Coach Coulter for prepping the three kickers as each of them converted their extra points. On defense, Luke Erickson showed off his ball-hawking skills intercepting a pass and nearly returning it all the way. Case Comeaux, Kipp Watkins, and John Royer were in the Hornet backfield all night long with several sacks and tackles for loss.
District Holiday Reminder!
The proposed bond will improve Orangefield Junior High School with
safety and security improvements along with new classrooms.
OJH would like to congratulate our principal, Dr. Richardson, on the completion of his doctoral program! We are proud of you!
For those wanting to participate in the Bobcat Bites program: These forms must be submitted by October 18th. You may fill out the form through the following google survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN44Vt_u-jWxPDTDx4AgZGXglYfdZWNNEqqrqZAuyAiOsk-A/viewform?usp=sf_link
Red Ribbon Week is October 23-27. Please see the attached graphic for more information about Red Ribbon Week Dress-Up Days at OJH!
