Attention Seniors!

Dear POHS Families and Students,

We hope everyone had a safe, restful, and enjoyable summer! As we prepare for the start of the 2025–2026 school year, we are excited to welcome back our returning Grade 10, 11, and 12 students—and extend a warm welcome to all new students joining the Senior High this year!

Student Schedules Student schedules are now available online through the Sapphire Portal. Paper copies will also be distributed in students' advisory rooms on the first day of school.

Emergency Card Submission The Emergency Card is accessible through a link on the Sapphire Portal. Please complete the multi-step process to update emergency contacts, health history, and related information. Once submitted, changes will be processed online. Important Reminder: Only individuals listed as emergency contacts will be permitted to pick up your child during the school year.

Student Parking Student drivers may pick up a Student Parking Registration Form at the Main Office. All student drivers are required to obtain a parking pass in order to park on school property during regular school hours. Completed forms must be returned to the Main Office to receive a pass.

New Communication Platform: ParentSquare This year, we are excited to implement ParentSquare, a unified communications platform that enhances engagement and keeps families informed.

For more information, visit: https://www.parentsquare.com

Helpful Information for the Start of the Year:

• Request for Educational Trip Forms should be submitted to the Main Office at least one week prior to your planned absence. Forms are available in the Main Office and on the district website under “District Information” > “Forms and Resources.”
• Senior High Open House: Tuesday, August 19 | 4:00 – 6:00 PM
• Free Meals for All Students: All students are eligible to receive free breakfast and lunch daily.
• First Day of School: Thursday, August 21 | 7:50 AM – 2:38 PM Students should report to the cafeteria or auditorium upon arrival until 7:45 AM. All students must be in their assigned advisory room before 7:50 AM.
• Labor Day: Monday, September 1 – No School
• Picture Day (Grades 9–12): Monday, September 8

We are looking forward to a successful school year filled with learning, growth, and new opportunities. Thank you for your continued support and involvement in the POHS community.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Linda Hockey Principal Philipsburg-Osceola Senior High School

Pictured are Sienna Ebert (2nd overall 2-D), Aireana Conklin (Honorable Mention), and Raya Lutz (Jurors Award). They are were three of six place winners from the Clearfield County High School Art Show. Not shown are Anastasia Ricciotti (Honorable Mention), Juliette Jones-Hernandez (Honorable Mention), and Emily Gustkey (Jurors Award) who also won awards.

Great job art students!

FRIDAY

September 26th, 2025

26th Day of School

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Gym classes should report to the main gym today. DO NOT go to the locker rooms.

PM CTC students have the option to stay at PO on Friday, October 3 for the Homecoming Pep Rally.  Please sign up at the Reception Window by 2:30 on Wednesday, October 1.

Homecoming Dance tickets will be on sale during all lunch shifts. Cost is $12 per ticket.

Calling all students and family members who want to ski or snowboard at Tussey Mountain on five Fridays starting Jan 9 after school.  Transportation will leave the high school at 2:45pm by the gym doors. Transportation is ONLY provided to Tussey Mtn so parents need to arrange to pickup up their child(ren) by 9pm.

Do you have what it takes to be remembered forever? Enter the POHS Big Buck Contest for your chance to have your name immortalized on the official plaque for all to see! Don’t miss your chance to make history—sign up outside room 125!

Attention Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors- What a great way to show your school pride & spirit! It’s time to order your school class jewelry! The Jostens Class Jewelry Co. is accepting your order now. Please see the flyer in the Ring Design Kit for the FREE Class Hoodie promotion PLUS savings when ordering online or calling Jostens before Friday, September 26th.

Seniors!! It’s time to show your Senior Pride!! Students are reminded to go to Jostens.com to order your custom graduation announcements, senior gear, keepsakes, and Cap & Gown by Tuesday, September 30th.

GUIDANCE:

College Visits- Sign up in the Main Office-

Penn State Altoona- Monday, September 29th- 9:30AM.

Elizabethtown College- Tuesday, September 30th- 1:00PM.

Commonwealth University- Tuesday, October 14th- 9:00AM.

Wilson College- Thursday, October 23rd- 8:30AM.

Mount Aloysius- Tuesday, October 28th- 1:30PM.

Lycoming College- Friday, October 31st- 1:00PM.

ATHLETICS:

HOME ATHLETIC EVENTS for today: Boys Varsity Football vs Bellwood at 7:00.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to: Victoria Kyler, Kaycie Hughes, & Lucas Conner.

TODAY FOR LUNCH: The Bravo Bar on the left side of the cafeteria will be offering a Poblanos Mex American Bar this week. Choice of Seasoned Beef, Pork, or Fajita Chicken, Crunchy or Soft Taco Shells, Burrito Wrap, or Tortilla Chips, Corn & Black Bean Salad, Fresh Salsa, and Ranch Refried Bean Dip. The right side of the cafeteria will be offering- Italian Dunkers w/Marinara, Steamed Green Beans, Tomato Mozzarella Salad, 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, September 26th- Homecoming Assembly- Auditorium- 2:00PM.

Wednesday, October 1st- Homecoming Parade- 6:00PM. Powder Puff Football Game immediately to follow.

Friday, October 3rd- Homecoming- 6:30PM.

Saturday, October 4th- Homecoming Dance- 8:00PM-11:00PM- POHS Gymnasium. Tickets are $12.

Wednesday, October 8th- 10th Grade CCCTC Tour.

Thursday, October 9th- Senior Reality Fair- Clearfield Fairgrounds.

Friday, October 10th- 9th Grade CCCTC Tour.

Friday, October 10th- Clearfield County Chorus @ Clearfield.