Senior Spotlight: Gavin Bracken
Senior Gavin Bracken has many things from his time at Oasis Academy that have influenced his life and that he is going to miss.
“I would like to thank Ms. Jackie Bogdanowicz, the biology and physics classes were so much fun. Also, my favorite class was ART111 Ceramics with Mrs. Jeanne Evatt. That class was simple, yet fun and I was able to take it with all my friends. We all had a great time.” said Bracken of some of his teachers and classes.
His other favorite memories come from participating in We The People. Overall, Bracken said, “My time at Oasis was great, the teachers were great, and the classes weren't too hard.”
Bracken was also active in athletics during his high school career, participating in Varsity Cross Country all four years.
The senior graduates this month with his high school diploma and Associate of Science degree from Western Nevada College. He will attend the University of Nevada, Reno in the fall with the goal of then going to medical school.
Class has Book Tasting
Mrs. Melinda Santos’ third and fourth grade reading classes celebrated finishing the end of testing by enjoying a book tasting party. Their classroom was transformed into a restaurant with silver platters of books, fancy glasses, and candles lighting each table.
“Students were invited to select books from different genres and read each selection for five minutes before moving on to another choice. This gave students an opportunity to "taste" each book to see if it's a book they would like to add to their "must read" list.” explained Santos. “The main purpose of this activity was to expose students to a variety of books that they might not have otherwise selected. While reading, students were served various appetizers and lemonade by Chef Santos (Mrs. Santos).”
At the end of the tasting, the number one question asked was, "Can we do this again?"
Payne voted Softball Coach of the Year
For the second consecutive year, Oasis Softball Coach Rachel Payne has been unanimously voted the 1A West Softball Coach of the Year.
"We are extremely proud of Coach Rachel and her Bighorns softball team. She has been a tremendous pioneer for Oasis sports, and her program is a model for all future Oasis programs.” said Oasis Athletic Director and CFO Dusty Casey. “Rachel is very deserving of the Coach of the Year award, and her staff, Coach Brandon Bird and John Short, deserve a tremendous amount of credit as well. Congrats to the entire team on a fantastic year."
The award is voted on by fellow coaches in the league.
FFA installs new Officers at Banquet
The Oasis Chapter of FFA held its annual banquet in May. The evening included awards, recognition, and the installation of the newly elected officers.
Awards and recognitions were handed out to community members, staff, and student families members that have helped throughout the year. FFA Honorary Degrees were presented to Krista Smith, Mike Blea, Terry Arends, Amy Arends, Jennifer McEwen, Jake McEwen, Anne Bloomfield, Carissa Gardner, Jason Gardner, Eric Grimes, Heidi Hockenberry-Grimes, and Cheryl Venturacci.
Chapter Degrees were awarded to Ruby Hiskett and Tyler Siebecker. Discovery Degrees were given to Cadence Wiessmer, Kaylee Craig, Reese Laca, and Isabella Hockenberry-Grimes.
Hunter McNabb was also recognized as he will be competing in the National FFA competition in the Fall.
Newly elected officers include President Stacie Bogdanowicz, Vice President Eddie Morrow, Secretary Hunter McNabb, Treasurer Ruby Hiskett, Reporter Eneyde Rios, Sentinel Saray Hernandez, Historian Hailey Arends, and Parliamentarian Aubrey Vaughn.
“This year the FFA members have been able to move back to a much more normal year and I know we are all very grateful for that! The students have also been so supported by our community. It has been a very busy and very good year. I am excited to see how the chapter will grow and change in the coming year.” said teacher and FFA Advisor Ms. Jackie Bogdanowicz.
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