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The Student News Site of Oakmont High School

Norse Notes

The Student News Site of Oakmont High School

Norse Notes


Oakmont’s student government announced the donation on Wednesday Oct. 27 on their Instagram

The Fight Against Breast Cancer

Casandra Lawson, Staff Writer October 29, 2021

As of 2021, 3.8 million women are battling Breast Cancer in the U.S. The Breast Cancer Foundation helps women have hope and give them support through early detection, education and support services. Oakmont’s...

Ms. Jennifer Leighton (left), seven of the National Merit Commended Students (Remi Royer, Sam Carmon, Sophia Jenson, Neha Nepal, Isabella Estrada, Valentina Moreno, Jolie Anderson) and Dr. Govea (right)

National Merit Commended Students at Oakmont

Laurie Lencioni, Copy Editor October 21, 2021

Eight Oakmont seniors received an award and were recognized as Commended Students in the 2022 National Merit Scholarship Program. Roughly 34,000 Commended Students across the nation are being recognized...

The 2020 Oakmont yearbook (on top) and the Oakmont 2019 yearbook (on bottom)

A New Yearbook Tradition for the Senior Section

Laurie Lencioni, Copy Editor October 13, 2021

Every year, seniors prepare for their last high school yearbook by creating clever and inspiring quotes. For seniors, this is a special year, and the senior quotes in the yearbook are an important part...

California Gov. Gavin Newsom Survives Recall Effort, Remains In Office

California Gov. Gavin Newsom Survives Recall Effort, Remains In Office

Markus Groves, Staff Writer September 24, 2021

Soon after polls closed on Tuesday, Sept.14, it was realized that Democrat Gavin Newsom would remain the governor of California by a wide margin—following the second recall in California’s history.  The...

During the Oakmont VS Roseville football game, athletes were playing through the hazy air.

How Does Smoke Affect Athletes’ Futures?

Trent Thompson, Staff Writer September 3, 2021

Wildfires have been rampant in California recently, forcing many to evacuate their homes, and filling the sky with hazardous smoke, and affecting the air quality. Coaches deciding to have assorted practices,...

Distribution of the COVID-19 vaccines have been widened among the California region. Learn where you can get vaccinated at the links below the article.

The Latest on COVID-19 Vaccines

Gabby Ortiz, Staff Writer April 23, 2021

It has been well over a year since the pandemic started and it is safe to say that every single person wants to return to a normal life. The COVID-19 vaccine is now becoming accessible for more and more...

President Joe Biden standing near the American Flag, pondering what he is going to do next.

President Joe Biden’s 100 day plan

Jayla Cruz, Staff Writer March 1, 2021

46th President Joe Biden has taken a very aggressive approach for his first 100 days of Presidency.  Within hours of his inauguration on January 20, President Biden reversed several actions taken by...

Flyer for the RJUHSD scholarship program.

RJUHSD Local Scholarship Program

Marika Alexander, Staff Writer January 28, 2021

Starting February 1, the local RJUHSD scholarship program will be starting, which will help give seniors the opportunity to earn money for college.  The program in our district offers seniors scholarships...

A photo of the Bank of America logo.

Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s Student Leader Program 2021

Samantha Loma, Staff Writer December 17, 2020

Since 2005, the Bank of America Student Leaders Program has given over 2,500 students an opportunity to learn about nonprofit organizations and assist with their development.  If a student decides...

Oakmont High School’s boiler room pictured after its renovation.

OHS Boiler Room Renovation

Naomi Salazar, Staff Writer December 11, 2020

In August, the project for renovation of the boiler room started. It is still in its final stages, but it is close to being completed. Principal Robert Hasty answers a few questions regarding this process. “We...

Brief: District Student Survey

Emma Price, Staff Writer December 11, 2020

On December 7, the district sent out a survey for students regarding the possible choices of schedules in the upcoming second semester. “The intent is to collect information from the community so...

December 2020 Oakmont Newsletter

Norse Notes Staff December 3, 2020

The December 2020 Newsletter has been posted. Highlights of the newsletter include a staff spotlight of Ms. Larsh, information about AP exam registration and payment, Oakmont staff giving appreciation...

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