On Saturday, January 20, twelve Oscoda band members traveled to Alpena to participate in the Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association (MSBOA) District IX All-Star Band.
Students were selected earlier this month when they auditioned via recording, and vied for spots in the ensembles along with band members from 12 area school districts.
The Junior All-Star Band, comprised of students in grades 7-9, and was conducted by Dr. Jeffrey Malecki of the University of San Diego. This band performed works by Fillmore, Dunton, McBeth and Santos.
The Senior All-Star Band, comprised of students in grades 9-12, was conducted by Dr. Christopher Chapman of Central Michigan University. This band performed works by Biedenbender, Lavender, Hass and Reed.
Pictured are the Oscoda All-Stars:
Emily Birkenbach (8), trumpet
Luke Brooks (7), clarinet
Logan Heiden (8), percussion
Harley Hodges (7), flute
Keagan Kellstrom (8), flute
Joshua McDonald (11), baritone saxophone
Macy McDougall (7), clarinet
Isla Merdzinski (8), percussion
Dalton Negro (8), trombone
Stephanie Oakes (12), bass clarinet
Michael Peace (8), trombone
Ashley Rowden (7), trumpet
OHS Band Students performed at the American Legion “Lunch with Santa” event on Saturday afternoon, December 16th. Nice job students!
Today WNEM was at OHS to record the OHS band for the WNEM "Sounds of the Season" program. Mrs. Lopez and the 9th-12th grade band students performed two songs that were recorded and will air on the WNEM holiday program December 24th-26th. The OHS band is one of 13 high schools who will be represented in this program. The band sounded great and looked very professional. We can't wait to see what the end product looks like.
This morning OHS had our 2nd ever Veteran's Day assembly for our students. This assembly was to inform and showcase to our students just how thankful we are for our Veterans. The students were able to listen to Veteran speakers from each branch of the military and learn about their experiences. They also heard our 5 student essay winners share their writings, learned about how to fold a flag, and listened to our band and choir perform. Throughout the assembly pictures of area Veterans were displayed. Our students did a wonderful job during this assembly!
Thank you to all of our Veterans as we celebrate Veteran's Day!
Even though school is out, the Owl Health Extension Clinic is still open. Now is a great time to get sports physicals completed for 7th-12th grade students. In order for athletes to participate in any school athletic programs, students must have updated physicals on file with the school each year prior to practicing. Fall sports practices will begin in August. You can get a head start on physicals now.
To set up a physical or any other appointment with the clinic, you can contact them directly at (989) 569-6002.
