Weekly Happenings
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Key Reminders:
Returning to Hybrid Model
This is a reminder that we will return to the hybrid model beginning on Monday, January 11th. A students will be present in the building.
Administrative Offices
Tutoring is Available
If you would like a member of the National Honor Society to provide tutoring in a subject, please complete this form.
(IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT SEEKING TUTORING TO EMAIL THE NHS TUTOR TO ESTABLISH TUTORING SESSIONS.)
Guidance Center
PSAT scores for 10th and 11th grade students have arrived.

Scores can be found in the student College Board account and they have also been uploaded to their Naviance account.
Scholarships
Did you earn a college scholarship? Scan or take a picture of your award letter(s) and email it/them to Mrs. Markley at [email protected].
Athletics Update
Winter Sport Tryout Information

Girls Basketball Tryouts
1.   Saturday January 9th, 2021 - 8:00am - 11:00am
           8:00am - 9:15am - (9th and 10th Graders)
           9:15am - 11:00am - (11th and 12th Graders)

2.   Sunday January 10th, 2021 - 12:00pm - 3:00pm
           12:00pm - 1:15pm - (9th and 10th Graders)
           1:15pm - 3:00pm - (11th and 12th Graders)

Boys Basketball Tryouts

Saturday January 9th, 2021 
1.   11:00am - 1:00pm (All freshman)
2.   1:00pm - 4:00pm (All 10th, 11th and 12th Graders)

Sunday January 10th, 2021
3:00pm - 5:00pm (All freshman)
5:00pm - 8:00pm (All 10th, 11th and 12th Graders)

Cheerleading

Monday January 11th, 2021
6:30pm - 9:30pm

Wednesday January 13th, 2021
6:30pm - 9:30pm

Indoor Track

Workouts TBA 
1.   We will know more after the Athletic Director’s Meeting Thursday January 7th, 2021

Swimming

Monday January 11th, 2021 - 8:30pm - 10:00pm
Wednesday January 13th, 2021 - 8:30pm - 10:00pm
Thursday January 14th, 2021 - 8:30pm - 10:00pm
Sunday January 17th, 2021 - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Location = Lawrence Park Swim Club


Reminders:
1.   All Participants must have a PIAA Physical Uploaded onto Familyid before the start of their specific sport.
2.   Information can be found under the athletic section of the website. 
3.   The PIAA Physical must be dated after June 1st, 2020
4.   All athletes are required to wear a mask at all times. (Subject to change)

Students must complete the FamilyID registration to participate in winter athletics. Winter sport tryouts will be January 9th. More information will be coming soon.
Order Your Yearbook
Reminder that Yearbooks are on sale now and the current offer is $80. 
Prices increase February 1, 2021! 
Link to purchase a Yearbook:  http://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A07437100
Food Drive
This is the last week to participate in Nutritional Development Services (NDS) Holiday Food Drive. This annual drive helps stock the shelves of NDS’ network of over 50 food cupboards throughout the Greater Philadelphia region and benefit those who do not have access to nutritious sustenance. NDS is approximately 1,000 pounds away from its 2,500 pound goal.
 
Those interested in helping our neighbors in need and fighting food insecurity can support NDS’ Community Food Program by purchasing items online through You Give Goods at https://yougivegoods.com/ndsholidaydrive now through Friday, January 8th.
 
For more information on the food drive please contact Denise Hopkins, Administrator, NDS Community Food Program at 215-895-3470 ext. 77823 or[email protected].
Did you miss O'Hara Family Christmas?
Did you miss O'Hara Family Christmas? We are pleased to share the video! Thank you to all of the students that were involved. While we know it was not the same as it always has been, we are grateful that we were able to put this together and bring the beautiful tradition to everyone safely. #Lion4Life
Quick Links
The Cardinal O'Hara App
In an effort to increase communication, we are excited to share the launching of our new app. This app includes any important announcements and updates as well as the school calendar. The calendar includes all school events and academic schedules. It will also send you alerts if you enable notifications. The app is still in the early stages, but it is an extremely useful tool for students and parents.

Here are the steps to download the app:

  1. Go to the app store or play store depending on your device.
  2. Search for "School News by Edlio."
  3. Download the app.
  4. Once downloaded, open the app and it will prompt you to search for you school. Type in "Cardinal O'Hara High School." (It should pop up after a few letters)
  5. Once you are in the app, if you click on "alerts" you will be prompted if you would like to enable notifications.
CARDINAL O'HARA HIGH SCHOOL
1701 SOUTH SPROUL ROAD SPRINGFIELD, PA 19064 | 610-544-3800 |