Old Orchard Beach Nationally 40 E. Emerson
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There are a variety of student activities available at Old Orchard Beach High School. It is recommended that students participate in at least one extracurricular activity per year. Activities may consist of one of the many athletic teams sponsored by the high school, intramurals, clubs, performing groups, or elected offices. SCHOOL CLUBS
Using talent development, personal growth, and new theatrical materials as guidelines, the Old Orchard Beach Drama Club strives for dramatic excellence. The Drama Club provides a two-show season, with the spring show being an entry into the Maine State Drama Festival. Due to the fact that rehearsals are restricted to after school, commitment to the club is a must. Participation is open to all students. The International Club is open to all students who study foreign language. Activities have included visits to a French or Spanish restaurant and trips to Mimizan, France and Quebec, Canada. The Old Orchard Beach National Honor Society is an
organization whose purposes are to create enthusiasm for
scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to
promote leadership, and to develop character. STUDENTS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVERS (SADD) & PEER HELPERS This group, affiliated with the national organization, is striving to educate people on the hazards of driving while being impaired. Students also participate in a twenty-hour training program for this service organization. Following the training, the students are available to other students for consultations. They are also involved in assisting in programs such as the Student Awareness programs and as mentors to younger students. All students are welcome to join this service organization. The Oceana Student Council is an active student government organization. All classes elect representatives, and students are encouraged to become members. The Student Council has an Advisor and elects a full slate of officers. The Council is very active in a wide range of school and community functions. Old Orchard Beach High School students have been very active in the performing arts. Students may participate in Marching Band as a member of the band or flag line. During the winter months, band members may elect to audition for the Jazz Band. Both of these groups enter many State and New England competitions. Each year students produce a yearbook representing the sports and other activities, which have taken place during that school year. Students learn all the phases of computerized journalism working on the yearbook. In addition, considerable experience is gained in advertising, photography, layouts, and graphics. Participation on the yearbook staff is open to all high school students. Many students augment their skills by taking courses in Computer Application, Computer Science, Art and Graphic Arts. |
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