Philipsburg Osceola Senior High School News
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FRIDAY
January 30th, 2026
99th Day of School
ANNOUNCEMENTS
We will be following the 2-hour delay schedule today.
Teachers- Please have your green recycling bins in the hallway before period 3 today.
Ski Club has been canceled this week due to the cold temperatures.
Photos of the cutest pets are currently displayed in the cafeteria. Take a look and today, during the lunch periods, all students will be able to vote for who they think is the cutest pet!
Attention Prom Committee members- Please stop in the Nurse’s office today to pick up your fundraiser forms.
GUIDANCE:
First Commonwealth Bank Scholarship: Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA and complete an application and an essay (500 words or less) detailing how they have made a difference in their community and how that involvement impacted their community and life. Entries must be submitted online at www.fcbanking.com/scholarship. Deadline: February 27, 2026.
W.G “Turk” Jones Scholarship will be awarded to any high school senior who is enrolled in an environmental field. The student must reside in Clearfield County. Applications can be picked up from Mrs. Lancaste. Deadline is February 27, 2026.
Gladys Tozier Scholarship: The applicant must be a resident of Clearfield county. This scholarship is awarded on the basis of need, scholarship and character. Please stop in the Guidance office for more information. Deadline: March 20, 2026.
Soroptimist Scholarship is open to any female who is willing to describe your volunteer experience with a 750 word essay max NO AI, willing to describe why you deserve this award in 300 words without AI, provide two written references, have permission from your parents to apply for this award, be willing to speak briefly at our club at award night May 4, 2026. Stop in the counseling office for more information. Deadline March 20, 2026.
Clearfield Jefferson Suicide Prevention Scholarship: This scholarship will be presented annually to two deserving seniors in Clearfield or Jefferson counties. This scholarship is an effort to encourage those that are dedicated to helping with the prevention of suicide. For more information please stop in the Guidance Office Deadline March 31, 2026.
Anna Woodside Scholarship: Applicants must reside within Mid Penn Bank’s service area. Must be enrolled full-time at an accredited college, university or vocational school in the United States for the fall term of the 2026-2027 school year. Apply online through Mid Penn Banks website under scholarships. Deadline is March 31, 2026.
ATHLETICS:
HOME ATHLETIC EVENTS for today: Girls Varsity Basketball at 6:00; Boys Varsity Basketball at 7:00.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to: Addison Henry, Ben Peterson, Nathan Womer, Patrick Lowery, & Andrew Shaw.
TODAY FOR LUNCH: The Bravo Bar on the left side of the cafeteria will be a Cyclone Street Bar this week. Choices such as Lo Mein Noodles served with Chicken, Pork, or Beef, Stir-Fry Cabbage, Veggie Stir-Fry, Steamed Broccoli, tossed w/ Sweet Chili, Soy Garlic, or Orange Sauce may be offered. The right side of the cafeteria will be offering- Chicken Tacos, Ranch Refried Bean Dip, Fresh Tomatoes, Fruit, & Milk.
Breakfast and lunch are free to all students again this year. Please remember at breakfast, to take 3 of the 4 items. You must take at least ½ cup fruit or veggie with your breakfast. Also at lunch you must take at least 3 of the 5 components available which has to include a ½ cup of fruit or veggies. If you don't have a fruit or veggie you will be charged for a lunch.
Upcoming events-
Friday, January 30th- Competition Cheerleading- Nationals in Florida.
Friday, January 30th- Academic Decathlon Competition @ Carlisle.
Tuesday, February 3rd- Club Picture Day.
Thursday, February 5th & Friday, February 6th- District Band @ East Juniata.
Friday, February 13th- Inservice Day.