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The fifth grade is recognized for some unique accomplishments and lots of wisdom.
![Eighth Graders Wrap up Middle School With Enthusiasm]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1655427595/oregon/rencx8b5ebcnvoy7m7qm/Thumbnail_2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1655427595/oregon/rencx8b5ebcnvoy7m7qm/Thumbnail_2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1655427595/oregon/rencx8b5ebcnvoy7m7qm/Thumbnail_2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1655427595/oregon/rencx8b5ebcnvoy7m7qm/Thumbnail_2.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1655427595/oregon/rencx8b5ebcnvoy7m7qm/Thumbnail_2.png","width":1600}])
The class of 2026 sets sail from the Middle School after a year of going all in.
![Lots of Joy During Senior Recognition Ceremony]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1655429505/oregon/jg55lidskbjcvifxkxmd/Thumbnail_3.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1655429505/oregon/jg55lidskbjcvifxkxmd/Thumbnail_3.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1655429505/oregon/jg55lidskbjcvifxkxmd/Thumbnail_3.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1655429505/oregon/jg55lidskbjcvifxkxmd/Thumbnail_3.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1655429505/oregon/jg55lidskbjcvifxkxmd/Thumbnail_3.png","width":1600}])
Many joyful smiles and hugs were shared during the 2022 Senior Recognition Ceremony.
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The OES Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony offered a chance to honor inductees and reconnect with other alumni.
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Fourth grade students took their creations through five modes of art before ending up with a 3D-printed figure.
![Middle School Science Night]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1654800541/oregon/xwmweec9bynss9lvayd1/ScienceFairbetterthumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1654800541/oregon/xwmweec9bynss9lvayd1/ScienceFairbetterthumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1654800541/oregon/xwmweec9bynss9lvayd1/ScienceFairbetterthumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1654800541/oregon/xwmweec9bynss9lvayd1/ScienceFairbetterthumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1654800541/oregon/xwmweec9bynss9lvayd1/ScienceFairbetterthumbnail.png","width":1600}])
Middle School students applied the authentic inquiry process to their science research projects.
![Season of Commitment: Upper School Shares Social Impact Projects]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1654812663/oregon/gkwoawhqezokp3tsrzhh/Adjustedchairthumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1654812663/oregon/gkwoawhqezokp3tsrzhh/Adjustedchairthumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1654812663/oregon/gkwoawhqezokp3tsrzhh/Adjustedchairthumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1654812663/oregon/gkwoawhqezokp3tsrzhh/Adjustedchairthumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1654812663/oregon/gkwoawhqezokp3tsrzhh/Adjustedchairthumbnail.png","width":1600}])
Upper School students have been involved in a number of projects to benefit our local community this quarter.
![OES Seniors Become Alumni]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1654201779/oregon/ut4kecqf8a1sjei8wmlb/US_Alumni_Induction_thumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1654201779/oregon/ut4kecqf8a1sjei8wmlb/US_Alumni_Induction_thumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1654201779/oregon/ut4kecqf8a1sjei8wmlb/US_Alumni_Induction_thumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1654201779/oregon/ut4kecqf8a1sjei8wmlb/US_Alumni_Induction_thumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1654201779/oregon/ut4kecqf8a1sjei8wmlb/US_Alumni_Induction_thumbnail.png","width":1600}])
The class of '22 is welcomed into the OES alumni community.
![Students Stand Up, Sing, and Dance for Change]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1654207398/oregon/tbc07gsmjotgwynxhsns/Changemakersthumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1654207398/oregon/tbc07gsmjotgwynxhsns/Changemakersthumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1654207398/oregon/tbc07gsmjotgwynxhsns/Changemakersthumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1654207398/oregon/tbc07gsmjotgwynxhsns/Changemakersthumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1654207398/oregon/tbc07gsmjotgwynxhsns/Changemakersthumbnail.png","width":1600}])
Second graders learn about character building and the change they want to be in the world.
![Students Create Flag to Honor Juneteenth]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1654205616/oregon/jmvu9nq4tzdqsoy2arhz/Juneteenththumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1654205616/oregon/jmvu9nq4tzdqsoy2arhz/Juneteenththumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1654205616/oregon/jmvu9nq4tzdqsoy2arhz/Juneteenththumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1654205616/oregon/jmvu9nq4tzdqsoy2arhz/Juneteenththumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1654205616/oregon/jmvu9nq4tzdqsoy2arhz/Juneteenththumbnail.png","width":1600}])
Middle School students pen messages about justice and freedom to create a Juneteenth flag.
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