Art Attack 9-17-26

Thurday, September 17, 2026

Click here to view Art Attack Live on Blue Days at the beginning of Block 3

Click here to view Art Attack Live on Gold Days at the beginning of Block 6

PALETAS

Paletas are Back! – The Ballet Folklórico conservatory will be selling paletas (popsicles) of all flavors during office hours on Mondays and Wednesdays weekly in the breezeway. Cash, card, or apple pay accepted.

U.S. SENATE PAGE PROGRAM

Are you an 11th grader interested in politics? Join former U.S. Senate Page and current OCSA student, Jayden Kim (jayden.kim@ocsarts.net), for an information session today during lunch in DMS 101.

Senate Pages witness the Senate's operations first-hand, work directly with all 100 U.S. Senators, have unrestricted access to the U.S. Capitol, attend the State of the Union address, and create lifelong friendships and connections.

YOU MATTER MONTH

Student Services and the OCSA Mental Health Alliance invite you to participate in OCSA's Suicide Prevention Campaign. On Wednesdays this month, show your support by wearing teal or purple. Join us in the Student Commons tomorrow for an awareness event at lunch! Remember: You’re not alone. You Matter. Click this link to view Mental Health Resources for OCSA students!

NEHS APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN

The deadline for National English Honor Society (NEHS) is coming soon on Monday, September 21. NEHS provides opportunities for scholarships, internships, awards, leadership, and community service. The Google classroom code is emsrops. Updates are available on Instagram at @ocsanehs. Spaces are limited and open to high school students only in grades 10-12. Please note that late submissions are not accepted. Please contact nehs@ocsarts.net or jayden.kim@ocsarts.net with any questions.

NCHS ACCEPTING MEMBERS

National Chinese Honor Society is accepting members for the 2026-27 term! Apply using the Google Classroom code (netr2dyu). Applications are due Wednesday, September 23. Members will enhance their knowledge of Chinese culture and language through events and community. Open to high school students- email serafina.truong@ocsarts.net with any questions.

PICTURES/ID CARDS

Students who did not attend On-Campus Registration and have their picture taken will receive their OCSA student ID card after they participate in Picture Make-Up Day on Wednesday, September 23. You do not need to fill out any forms - you are on our list and will receive a call slip during one of your classes on September 23 with instructions for getting your picture taken.

If you've lost your student ID card, please check with the Tower front desk receptionist to see if it has been recovered. If your ID card is not at the front desk, your parent/guardian will need to purchase a new one at myschoolbucks.com. You will not need to have your picture retaken.

Retakes: All available time slots for upcoming picture retakes have now been completely filled. We are no longer accepting new reservation requests or additions to the schedule at this time.

NATIONAL ART HONORS SOCIETY

Are you interested in participating in community service opportunities based in visual arts? Students in 9th through 12th grade from any conservatory are welcome to apply to the National Art Honors Society. Visit us during Club Rush or join the google classroom code (f4x2drqu). Applications are due Thursday, September 24.

FRENCH HONOR SOCIETY

Applications for the French Honors Society are now open for the 2026-2027 school year. The French Honors Society is a prestigious organization recognizing outstanding high school students who demonstrate exceptional achievement in French language proficiency, academic excellence, service, and leadership. Students who have demonstrated proficiency in French by showing excellence in French 3 Honors, French 4, and or AP French are eligible to apply with the Google Classroom code ceo32rao. Applications for new members are due Friday, September 25. Please note that if you are a returning member, you do not have to reapply. Separate emails will be sent out to returning students.

URGENT - BUS PASSES EXPIRE SEPTEMBER 30

Attention students! The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) has updated guidelines for its Youth Ride Free program, which allows youth ages 6 to 18 to travel anywhere in Orange County on an OC Bus for free.

To keep rides free, parents or guardians must register your Wave card online by September 30, 2026. Unregistered cards will revert to regular fare accounts after the deadline.

Ask your parent/guardian to update your student account before the deadline. Details can be found at https://octa.net/getting-around/bus/oc-bus/fares-and-passes/youth-ride-free.

For information on the extra bus route that has been added on Fridays for OCSA students, click here for more information.

TEDxOCSA

Passionate about an idea? Apply now to be a speaker at TEDxOCSA’s event, themed Timeless, and bring your vision onto stage for an unforgettable experience. Applications close September 30 at 11:59 p.m. Join the Google Classroom for more information, using code yp7w7txa.

BEYOND BORDERS

Beyond Borders is back for a third year and is looking for writers, musicians, dancers, and artists to explore the theme "Homebound." If you are interested in joining this cross-conservatory performance, find out more on the Google Classroom: tx37ulb3.

UNLEASHED

Unleashed, OCSA's original sketch comedy show, is taking applications for its Writer's Room. Meetings are Fridays starting in October. To find out more about writing original comedy and submit a sample sketch, go to the Google Classroom: xryju7ow.

AP EXAM REGISTRATION

If you are planning on taking an AP Exam in May, the deadline to purchase is coming up. Make sure you go to https://user.totalregistration.net/AP/053266 to sign up for and purchase your exams. The deadline to register is November 6. A $40 late registration fee will be added to exams purchased November 7 – March 5.

CONSERVATORY TRANSFERS

Conservatory Transfer applications are now available on the OCSA website: https://www.ocsarts.net/ApplyNow. Please note that in-person placement activities for Conservatory Transfer applicants will be held on January 9 only. We encourage you to submit your application as early as possible to secure your placement activity spot. Conservatory Transfer results will be released on January 15 for applicants who have completed their required placement activity. Contact the Admissions Department if you have questions at: admissions@ocsarts.net

SENIOR INFORMATION

Stay up to date on senior information at www.ocsarts.net/12thgrade

SENIOR NAME VERIFICATION

All seniors need to make sure their name is correct on the Aeries Demographics page and complete this mandatory Google form by Monday, October 5, 2026. This form must be completed by the student only using their OCSA email account. While we encourage you to review the details with a parent or guardian, students must submit the form themselves to avoid duplicate entries and ensure account verification.

SENIOR PACKAGES

Save yourself time and money when you get all your important senior purchases with a senior package! These packages include everything you will need for a great year, including a yearbook, cap and gown, grad night ticket, senior t-shirt, and panoramic class photo, plus you can even add a class ring. Get set up for success and have your parent/guardian purchase by Monday, November 30 at MySchoolBucks.com. Please click here for more information.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

You Matter Lunch Event

Friday, September 18

Season Premiere

Saturday, September 19

Picture Make-Up Day

Wednesday, September 23

2026-2027 List of Important Dates

2026-2027 Bell Schedule

2026-2027 Blue/Gold Day Calendar

OCSA CLUB INFORMATION

Google Classroom Code: laezehaw

contact ocsa.clubs@ocsarts.net & ocsa.leadership@ocsarts.net with any questions

TESTING INFORMATION

PSAT

Exam Date: Oct 17, 2026

Digital Exam

Available to purchase on myschoolbucks.com

Deadline to purchase by October 4 at 11:59 pm

SCHOLARSHIPS/OPPORTUNITIES

Programs/Scholarships That Require School Nomination

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of all available opportunities and scholarships. This spreadsheet may be updated throughout the year as more information becomes available.

Financial Aid/Scholarship Directory

Santa Ana Elks Scholarships

Multiple scholarships available - application deadlines vary

NSHSS Scholarships

Multiple scholarships available -application deadlines vary

Digital Marketing Youth Apprenticeship

California State Board of Education

Student Board Member

Apply by September 25, 2026

The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Scholarship

Apply by September 30, 2026

Neuroscience Opportunity at UC Irvine