Looking for something to do this summer...
Props to OHS 11th grader Micaela Plunkett, who enlisted in the Army Reserve earlier this year. Micaela is slated to attend basic training this summer, and, thanks to the exceptional score she earned on the ASVAB, she will have her pick of highly skilled jobs once she leaves the Nest in 2026. Congrats, Micaela! 👏👏👏
What an amazing day at Adventure Aquarium in Camden! Mr. Guyon's Oceanography students got a behind-the-scenes tour to see firsthand what it takes to run a massive aquarium. From caring for marine life to managing water systems, it was incredible to learn about the science behind it all!
After an exciting morning with sharks, sea turtles, and stingrays, we headed to Reading Terminal Market for lunch, where students got to explore and enjoy a variety of delicious food options. 🍕🍜
Spring sports are in full swing, but we here at the Nest would like to shout out some of the winter athletes who did big things last season. All of the following OHS students were named to the Cape Atlantic League All-Stars 1st Team...
🏀 Levar Price
🏊♂️ Yahsir McNeal
🏊♂️ Hunter Oldfield
🏊♀️ Abagale Ranger
🏊♀️ Marisa Yaccarino
🏊♂️ Luca Yaccarino
Congrats to all! You've made Falcon Nation proud!
Today's Falcon Sibling Spotlight is on the Espinas! Kyle (Co'22), who played tennis all 4 of his years at the Nest and graduated from Oak's Biomed program, chose to continue his education at Rutgers University. Jared (Co'25), who is a National Honor Society member and 4-year soccer and basketball player, does not yet know where he'll attend college but intends to study nursing. Props to the Espinas for taking advantage of all that OHS has to offer!
February is American Heart Month, and Oakcrest's Math Club recently sponsored a Denim Day to raise money for the American Heart Association. Staff members sported jeans and red...AND Hawaiian shirts to honor Assistant Principal AJ Barchetto, who was known for his love of colorful clothing and dedication to the Nest.
Shout out to the Oakcrest Falcons named Students and Staff Member of the Month for February! Pictured from left to right are students Kyla Bradley, Gabriella Fox, Dominic Marsh, Riley Echols, Gabriel Gallegos, Rebecca Sees, Luis Salvatierra, William Gilbert and speech therapist Danielle Berlin. Congrats to all. You've made Falcon Nation proud!
Despite the recent wet and windy weather, both Boys' and Girls' LAX are all smiles. Both have had a great, if soggy, week:
🥍 a 2-0 start to the season for both teams!
🥍 a history-making outing from Freshman Bridget Guerrier, who scored 8 goals in a single game. She is currently tied for the record with current Sophomore Madison Carland!
🥍 a jaw-dropping performance from Sophomore Gavin Csaszar, who broke current head coach Louis Parks's record by scoring 9 goals in a single game.
Congrats to these Falcons, and keep up the great work!
Do you recognize this retired Oakcrest teacher? It's beloved former French teacher Pam Scheaffer, who left the Nest in 2021! Pam, a long-time resident of Mays Landing, now spends her days babysitting her adorable grandson, Gavin, and travelling to visit family and friends across the United States. Madame Scheaffer also carves out time for international travel (she'll be cruising the rivers of Holland in October) and pickleball. Pam is greatly missed (and envied)!
A congratulations to Zicri Forest and Aidan Oldfield.
Aidan and Zicri will be playing in the Phil Simms North South bowl at Kean college June 8th. Aidan and Zicri are two of the states top athletes after being selected to the New Jersey super 100 team which is the top 100 players in the state. The two will represent South Jersey on June 8th but more importantly Oakcrest High school.
Oakcrest's Robotics Club, chapter of Future Business Leaders of America, and Small Business Entrepreneurship classes recently joined forces to visit a local Amazon Fulfillment Center, where they received a tour explaining the way in which robots are used to pick, pack, and ship orders. Thanks to OHS business teacher Mr. Wise for arranging this trip!
Props to Oakcrest Math Club, who in mid-March planned and ran their annual Pi Day event, which was chock full of pie- and math-themed fun! 🥧📏💙
Check out the themes for our upcoming Spirit Week, Falcon Nation! Plan your outfits NOW to show off your Falcon Pride NEXT WEEK! 🌷💙🐰
Swipe to see why Leila Von Sander (Oakcrest Class of 2025, Rowan University Class of 2029) thinks the Nest is the best! Leila is a valuable member of the Academic and Mock Trial teams and the National Honor Society. Falcon Nation is lucky to have her!
Oakcrest Basketball finished up the season with some big wins, battling to an OT win v. Atlantic City thanks to dominating performances from top-scorers Nyree Montford (18 pts) and Levar Price (17 pts), and beating ACIT to secure the "Top of the Flock" trophy for a second consecutive year. Congrats to all the players and coaches! Falcon Nation is excited for next season!
ATTENTION JUNIORS & SENIORS
Looking for a summer job or to start your career...
Check out the upcoming Caesars Entertainment Regional Hiring Events 2025 for Harrah's, Tropicana, Caesars Atlantic City.
Check out the Greater Egg Job Board. Find out whose hiring and how to connect with them.
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Big congrats to Oakcrest Seniors Zicri Forest and Aidan Oldfield, who were recently named to the NJ Football Coaches' Association Super 100 All-State Team! This is a huge honor for both gentlemen, who will continue to play football at the college-level in the fall (Forest at James Madison University and Oldfield at West Chester University). Os up!
Dancing with the Staff 2025! Exciting and entertaining, the annual event sponsored by Oakcrest Dance and Media features students partnered with staff who choreograph an original dance that is scored by judges. This year, english teacher Mrs. Megill and senior Charlize Martinez took home the champions trophy for their Harry Potter inspired dance. Congratulations to the winners and the 10 groups who participated!
Oakcrest Drama's newest production, "Chicago" the musical hit the stage this week to great reviews-evidence of the hard work and dedication all of the performers, crew and director Mrs. Tunney put into making every show on the stage a success. Bravo to the cast and crew!
