Oak Ridge JH/HS Weekly Brief
Week of 1/12/2026 ~ 1/17/2026

Dr. Sitton's Snippets
January 12 ~ 17
Greeting to Oak Ridge Families, Students, Faculty, and Community Members:
We are hitting the ground running this week! Please be advised that grades for the first semester are now finalized and posted. I encourage you to log in and review your student's hard work from the fall.In addition to academic wrap-ups, we are officially diving into Homecoming preparations! We are looking forward to a high-energy week of school spirit, ending with our "Winter Wonderland" Homecoming Dance on Saturday night. Please take a look at the details below regarding our Homecoming Court, Spirit Week themes, and the upcoming event schedule to keep your calendars set.
Homecoming Court 2026 – Winter Wonderland
The Candidates
Boys: Parker Schoen (XC), Hunter Mason (BB), Landon Burnett (StuCo), Kade Schilling (BBB), Jayden McAlister (FCCLA), Landon Zoellner (BB), Braden Brewer (Pep Club), Hunter Riggs (BB)
Girls: Jayleigh Price (VB), Kinsley Bogenpohl (SB), Hayley Hahs (GBB), Colbi Mool (XC), Addy Barks (Cheer), Addie Baker (StuCo), Emily Jensen (NHS), Phalicity Pollock (FFA)
The Pairs
Jayleigh Price & Braden Brewer
Hayley Hahs & Landon Zoellner
Kinsley Bogenpohl & Hunter Mason
Emily Jensen & Parker Schoen
Addie Baker & Landon Burnett
Addy Barks & Kade Schilling
Colbi Mool & Jayden McAlister
Phalicity Pollock & Hunter Riggs
Homecoming Spirit Week Theme Days
Monday: “Long Winter’s Nap” – Wear your PJ’s
Tuesday: “Flurries and Snowflakes” – White Out! Wear all white.
Wednesday: “Cozy and Warm” – Wear your favorite flannels and cozy socks/slippers.
Thursday: “Hats off to Homecoming” – Hat Day! Wear your favorite hat, sock cap, or beanie.
Friday: “BlueJay Day” – Wear your best Blue and White. Go BlueJays!
Upcoming Activities & Athletic Events
1/12/26 – 1/16/26: HOMECOMING WEEK!
1/12/26: HSGB @ BCS Conf. TRN @ Puxico – TBA
1/13/26: HSGB @ Chaffee – 4:30pm (Varsity Only)
1/13/26: HSBB @ Leopold – 6:00pm
1/14/26: HSGB @ BCS Conf. TRN @ Puxico – TBA
1/15/26: HS Band/Music Appreciation @ SEMO River City Campus
1/15/26: HSGB @ BCS Conf. TRN @ Puxico – TBA
1/16/26: HSBB vs Zalma (HOMECOMING GAME) – 5:30pm
1/17/26: Homecoming Dance: Winter Wonderland
1/17/26: FFA @ Columbia Public Speaking Clinic
1/19/26: No School (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
Thank you for your continued cooperation and support of our students!
Have a great week!
With Blue Jay Pride,
Dr. Gena Sitton
Email: gsitton@oakridge.k12.mo.us
Website: https://www.oakridger6schools.com/
Location: 4198 State Highway E, Oak Ridge, MO, USA
Phone: (573) 266-3218
HSGB BCS Tournament - Starting 1/12/26
DRESS CODE REMINDERS!!
NO CELL PHONES or SMART WATCHES - BELL TO BELL ~ NO CELL
MENUS - Breakfast & Lunch - JANUARY
Lunch Payments Can Now Be Made On the Teacherease App.
Free and Reduced School Lunch Application Information
Free and reduced meal applications are completed online through the students enrollment portal using the Teacher Ease Login Link Below.
Important Dates
Oak Ridge JH/HS School Activities/Athletic Dates
1/12/26 Board of Education Meeting 6pm
1/12/26 HSGB @ BCS Conf. TRN @ Puxico TBA
1/13/26 HSGB @ Chaffee 6pm Varsity Only
1/13/26 HSBB @ Leopold 6pm
1/14/26 FCA Waffle Breakfast 7:30am @ ORHS Library
1/14/26 HSGB BCS Conf TRN @ Puxico TBA
1/15/25 HS Band HS Band/Music Appreciation @ SEMO River City Campus
1/15/26 HSGB BCS Conf TRN @ Puxico TBA
1/16/26 HSBB vs Zalma HOMECOMING 5:30pm
1/17/26 FFA @ Columbia Public Speaking Clinic
1/19/26 HSGB vs Charleston 5:30pm
1/20/26 HSGB @ Crystal City 5:30pm
1/20/26 HSBB vs Kelly 5:30pm
1/22/26 HSGB vs Kelly 5:30pm
1/23/26 HSBB @ Chaffee 6pm
1/24/26 HSGB Scott Miss Conf TRN @ Oran TBA
1/26/26 HSBB vs Meadow Hts 5:30pm, Senior Night Boys/Cheer
1/26/26 HSGB Scott Miss TRN @ Oran TBA
1/27/26 HSBB vs Oran 5:30pm
1/29/26 HSGB Scott Miss Conf TRN @ Oran TBA
1/29/26 HSBB vs Marquand 5:30pm
1/30/26 HSBB Scott Miss Conf TRN @ SCC TBA
1/31/26 HSBB Scott Miss Conf TRN @ SCC TBA
2/2/26 HSGB @ Oran 5pm
2/3/26 HSBB Scott Miss TRN @ Oran TBA
2/3/26 HSGB vs Jefferson 5:30pm
2/5/26 HSGB vs Meadow Hts 5:30pm
2/9/26 HSGB @ Scott City 5pm
2/12/26 HSGB vs Woodland 5:30pm
2/12/26 HSBB Scott Miss Conf TRN @ Oran TBA
2/13/26 HSBB @ Saxony 6pm
2/16/26 HSGB vs East Prairie 5:30pm
2/17/26 HSBB vs Bell City 5:30pm
2/19/26 HSGB vs Puxico 5:30pm
2/23/26 HSGB/HSBB District Tournament Starts TBA
Bluejay Soaring Award Winners for November
Josh Hahs
Bluejay Soaring Award - Staff Member for Month of November
McKenzie Slinkard
Bluejay Soaring Award - Teacher for Month of November
Kenadie Ward
Bluejay Soaring Award - Student for Month of November
WAKE UP BREAKFASTS - EVERY THURSDAY @ 7am - FBC
2024-25 - 150th Sesquicentennial -- LAST YEAR's YEARBOOK for Sale
Nurse's Corner!
RE: reminders from the nurse
Please make sure you have all of the required information provided to the nurse’s office by the first day of school. Below is the information you will need to provide:
Updated health information. This is completed with student’s online enrollment. Please include any new medication/diagnosis information.
Proof of immunizations that are required by the state of Missouri. Students who have already submitted this information do not need to submit it again UNLESS your student is entering kindergarten, 8th or 12th grade. All kindergarten students should receive immunizations after their 4th birthday and will need to have proof of this submitted to the nurse office. All 8th grade students should receive a TDap and meningitis immunization which should have been administered after the age of 10. All 12th grade students should receive an additional meningitis shot which should have been administered after the age of 16. Appropriate exemptions are accepted and should be submitted if applicable.
The only prescription medication that students are allowed to carry with them are emergency medications such a inhaler or Epi-pen which must meet the following requirements: prescription is on file in the nurse office, self administration form signed by both student and parent, and the medication is labeled with student’s name.
Any medication that you wish to be administered by the school nurse requires you to fill out a Medication Request Form. Medication should only be brought to school by a parent. Student’s are not allowed to carry medication unless authorized by a physician and nurse.
If your child has Asthma, Diabetes, Allergies or seizures an action plan must be filled out and signed. Action plans are available in the nurse office. If your child has a food allergy and requires substitution in the cafeteria, they will need to fill out a Medical Statement for Student Requiring Special Meals form.
A few reminders from the nurse for this year:
A fever is considered over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. If your student has a fever they will be sent home. Students cannot return to school until they are fever free (below 100) without the use of tylenol or ibuprofen for 24 hours.
If your child requires the use of OTC medications more than a few times, you may be asked to send in a bottle with their name written on it.
Thank you for your help and cooperation. You are welcome to email updated information as well as call with any questions you may have.
Megan Cheney RN
Oak Ridge R6 School
Phone: 573-266-3630
Email: mcheney@oakridge.k12.mo.us
- If you take medications please make sure they are kept in the nurse's office. No students should be carrying medications on them at anytime at school!