Parent Messages to the Class of 2021
  • Congratulations Luke and Madison! We are so proud of you!!! We love you, mom, dad and Christian xo
  • Congrats Dan! You will love Oswego on beautiful Lake Ontario. We are so proud of you. Love Mom, Dad, Kris and Sammy
  • Angelina. Proud and grateful for you. All you accomplished so far is just the beginning. Aim high and shoot for the stars. We love you. Pop Pop, Uncle George, Carie, Chris, Jason, Michael, Robert
  • Congratulations Brendan and best of luck at RPI. We're so proud of you! Love Mom, Dad and Aidan
  • Congratulations Vil! You did it!!! We are all so proud of you! Best of luck on all of your future endeavors. We love you!!!
  • Way to go, Coosh! Your strength, resilience, and perseverance were on full display this year. We are so proud of you, Andrew. Get ‘em! Love Mom, Dad, and Matthew
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The graduation ceremony has been moved up.
Breaking News: Graduation ceremony time changed
June 21, 2021
Juniors Tala Areiqat, Ace Kim, and Ava Petrilli and seniors Tiffany Cowan, Daniel Kim, and Amy Tony with Dr. Bruce Sabatini, Ms. Katie Gallagher, and Senator Cory Booker.
Sitting Down with Senator Cory Booker
June 16, 2021
Annual Jazz Cafe Goes Virtual
Annual Jazz Cafe Goes Virtual
May 19, 2021
Students and teachers prepare for the new schedule changes coming May 18.
OT Reacts: A Return to Full Days
May 14, 2021
The graduation ceremony has been moved up.
A Return to Full Days
May 14, 2021
America must prioritize unity in order to reach its full potential.
Unity
June 22, 2021
Where Are All the Black People?
Where Are All the Black People?
June 21, 2021
A word holds a deeper meaning than its dictionary definition.
Potatoes and the Use of Insensitive Language
June 19, 2021
Our school community must step up and stand against anti-Asian discrimination.
Not America’s Punching Bag
May 16, 2021
While Black History Month may be coming to an end, we must always honor the efforts and accomplishments of Black Americans.
Black History Month: Honoring Marsha P. Johnson
February 26, 2021
The greatest ongoing debate of all time...
Dogs vs. Cats
October 30, 2020
This year's 2020 election sparks debate with the country's high schoolers.
Should the Voting Age Be Lowered to 16?
October 26, 2020
Fall Back... Into Seasonal Depression?
Fall Back… Into Seasonal Depression?
November 6, 2019
Word vs. Docs
Word vs. Docs
January 29, 2019
Olivia vs. Olivia: Christmas
Olivia vs. Olivia: Christmas
December 21, 2018
Our school community must step up and stand against anti-Asian discrimination.
Not America’s Punching Bag
May 16, 2021
While Black History Month may be coming to an end, we must always honor the efforts and accomplishments of Black Americans.
Black History Month: Honoring Marsha P. Johnson
February 26, 2021
Why the U.S. Criminal Justice System Needs Reform
Why the U.S. Criminal Justice System Needs Reform
February 11, 2021
Gender Equality: A Human Fight, Not a Woman's Fight
Gender Equality: A Human Fight, Not a Woman’s Fight
February 5, 2021
Human trafficking happens closer than you think. Know how to avoid being trafficked so you do not become the next victim.
The Rapid Increase of Human Trafficking Cases is a Cry for Help
February 3, 2021
Olivia Rodrigo sweeps the charts.
“SOUR” is Pretty Sweet
June 21, 2021
Summer Movie Recommendations
Summer Movie Recommendations
June 17, 2021
A book to keep you busy this summer.
Review: Daisy Jones & The Six
June 10, 2021
The Lance Playlist: Summer 2021
The Lance Playlist: Summer 2021
June 1, 2021
The cast rehearses outside, socially distanced.
A Chorus Line, Online
May 14, 2021
The Rainbow Loom Bands
The Lance Rewind: Rainbow Loom
March 16, 2020
Josh Lee
The Lance Rewind: ASK.fm
January 29, 2018
The Lance Rewind: Does Hannah Montana still hold up?
The Lance Rewind: Does Hannah Montana still hold up?
March 3, 2017
The Lance Rewind: Silly Bandz
The Lance Rewind: Silly Bandz
October 21, 2016
Brooke and Spencer try the best (and the worst) Tik Tok food trends.
The Lance Tries: TikTok Food Trends
April 30, 2021
Olivia Genco takes on roller skating for a week
The Lance Tries: Roller Skating
June 9, 2020
Lines form in front of Popeyes as customers wait for chicken sandwiches
The Lance Tries: Popeyes’ Chicken Sandwich
December 20, 2019
Setting out to eat Kalbi.
The Lance Tries: Korean Barbeque—Phoods, Photos, and Phozilla
March 29, 2018
SUCCESS: Ackerman and DePhillips after successfully completing a hole.
The Lance Tries: Disc Golf
June 21, 2017
The Lance Playlist: Summer 2021
The Lance Playlist: Summer 2021
June 1, 2021
The Lance Playlist: Spring 2021
The Lance Playlist: Spring 2021
March 1, 2021
The Lance Playlist: Winter 2020
The Lance Playlist: Winter 2020
December 1, 2020
The Lance Playlist: Fall 2020
The Lance Playlist: Fall 2020
September 22, 2020
Stay at home!
The Lance Playlist: April/Quarantine
April 29, 2020
Control what you can control.
2020-2021: School Year in Review
June 18, 2021
Messages to the Class of 2021, Family Edition
Messages to the Class of 2021, Family Edition
June 18, 2021
Teachers' Takeaways from 2021
Teachers’ Takeaways from 2021
June 18, 2021
Not Just the Top of Her Class
Not Just the Top of Her Class
June 11, 2021
A few of Chong's viral Tik Toks raising awareness about modern slavery.
Making a Difference One TikTok at a Time
May 1, 2021
A GOLDen Knight: Sofia Berisha
A GOLDen Knight: Sofia Berisha
February 26, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
June 14, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
June 4, 2021
Posters for seniors on the girls lacrosse team.
Spring Sports Celebrate Seniors
May 28, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
May 27, 2021
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
May 22, 2021
Catch up with The Lance on new fantasy football updates!
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 13
December 3, 2020
Catch up with The Lance on new fantasy football updates!
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 12
November 25, 2020
Catch up with The Lance on new fantasy football updates!
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 11
November 19, 2020
Catch up with The Lance on new fantasy football updates!
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 10
November 13, 2020
Catch up with The Lance on new fantasy football updates!
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 8
November 2, 2020
Control what you can control.
2020-2021: School Year in Review
June 18, 2021
Messages to the Class of 2021, Family Edition
Messages to the Class of 2021, Family Edition
June 18, 2021
Teachers' Takeaways from 2021
Teachers’ Takeaways from 2021
June 18, 2021
2021 Virtual Athlete Commitment
2021 Virtual Athlete Commitment
May 10, 2021
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[Photo] The Lance Playlist: April/Quarantine

April 29, 2020
Ten Netflix shows to save you from boredom.

School = Canceled… So it’s Netflix Time!

March 31, 2020
Songs for Valentines Day

[Photo] The Lance Playlist: February

February 3, 2020
7. Cropped clothes/midriff showing: Ever since gaining popularity in the 60s, crop tops have always been popular among teenagers. However, this past decade crop tops are everywhere in all different variations. The trend of cropped sweatshirts and sweaters has especially grown in the past 3-4 years.

[Photo] Top 10 Fashion Trends of the 2010s

January 20, 2020
The Poetry Out Loud stage before the event.

Sharing Their Voices

January 8, 2020
The final fifteen Poetry Out Loud contestants.

Poets With a Passion

December 20, 2019
The perfect blend of holiday classics and new favorites

[Photo] The Lance Playlist: December

December 2, 2019
december playlist cover

[Photo] The Lance Playlist: November

November 12, 2019
Trunk or Treating Before Halloween Night

Trunk or Treating Before Halloween Night

November 4, 2019
Vote! But First, Register!

Vote! But First, Register!

October 10, 2019

Students and Staff Cheer from the Auditorium Seats

September 10, 2019
Harry Styles, the host, arrives at the Met Gala wearing a lace suit

Met Gala 2019: The Rankings

May 21, 2019
Winter Guard performing at the WGI Regional competition

Winter Guard Finishes Strong

May 7, 2019
The NHS inductees after receiving their certificates.

NHS Inducts New Members

April 8, 2019
Sucker for the Jonas Brothers

Sucker for the Jonas Brothers

March 7, 2019
Role-playing at Regionals

Role-playing at Regionals

January 28, 2019
Reading into Book Club

Reading into Book Club

December 6, 2018
All in for the All-Star Games

All in for the All-Star Games

November 21, 2018
Out with the schoolwork and in with the jobs

Out with the schoolwork and in with the jobs

June 19, 2018
Face Off: The Kissing Booth

Face Off: The Kissing Booth

May 25, 2018
Ri-citing for the Title

Ri-citing for the Title

April 30, 2018
In the week (and weeks) leading up to the show, members of the cast and crews of Bring It On put in long hours to pull the show together. Photo courtesy of Ms. Donna Dolby.

Bringing on Preparation

March 9, 2018
The girls performed well at the final and most important meets of the year.

Girls’ Winter Track Ends on a High Note

March 6, 2018
The Hottest New Game of 2018

The Hottest New Game of 2018

January 31, 2018
@BSabatiniNVOT

Winter Sports: Girls’ Track Dashing Ahead

January 23, 2018
The red flag on the track

Winter Sports: Checking in with Girls’ Track

December 12, 2017
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