Orangefield Junior High School

Orangefield ISD was awarded a $2514.00 grant from the Foundation For Southeast Texas. The funds will be used to enhance the science curriculum at Orangefield Junior High.

Pictured: Dr. Brian Richardson, Orangefield Junior High Principal, Sunshine Copeland, Orangefield ISD District Librarian/Grant Writer, and Jude Graffagnino, OISD School Board Treasurer.

This past Thursday, OJH hosted their annual “Swip Swap Day,” where students were encouraged to dress like their favorite staff member, and staff members dressed like their students. It was a fun day of laughs and lookalikes, and a great way to prepare for staff appreciation week!

Orangefield Junior High is home to the hardest-working staff in Texas! Our faculty works tirelessly to provide a safe, effective learning environment for each and every student. For our final faculty spotlight, we wanted to highlight every nominee who has been put up for our Teacher and Paraprofessional of the year award that will be announced later this year. Thank you to the following staff for making the 2025-2026 school year unforgettable. You make every day a great day to be a Bobcat at OJH!

On Tuesday, Orangefield Junior High held their annual solo and ensemble contest. Out of the 114 students that participated there were 72 students that received a rating of a 1 or SUPERIOR. There were also 2 students that not only received a Superior rating on their solo but an ensemble as well. Those students are Sophia Best and Emily Gilbert.

Finally, each judge selected an overall Outstanding Performer and the following students received that award:
Alyssa KC - Clarinet
Olivia Cole - Clarinet
Axton Wright - Tuba
Logan Hebert - Trombone
Kylie Andrews - Clarinet
Sophia Best - Flute
and the Beginner Percussion Ensemble which is Keagen Koonce, Kinsley Greenfield, Kaydence Socha, Gilbert Blacksher, Jaxon Warren, and Emily Gilbert.

We are so proud of these students and their accomplishments!

On Monday May 4th, the OJH Theater department will showcase 2 plays for friends and family. The 6th grade will present "Alice in Wonderland (The Queens Point of View)” by Sara Feinberg and the Theater 2 students will perform “How To Make a Sandwich in 20 Easy Steps Using a Time Machine” by Brendon Main. The show will begin at 5:30pm in OJH gym with our spring choir concert to follow right after. Everyone is invited!!!!

Attention OJH Parents and Guardians: May 4–8 is Staff Appreciation Week! As we prepare to celebrate and recognize the incredible work of our staff, we’re inviting students to “walk a mile in their teachers’ shoes.”

On April 30, OJH will host our annual “Swip Swap Day,” where students are encouraged to dress like their favorite staff member, and staff members will dress like their students. It’s a fun way to kick off a week dedicated to showing appreciation for the educators who care for and support our students every day.

We look forward to seeing everyone join in the fun as we celebrate our amazing staff!

Congratulations to the 6th Six Weeks Orangefield Junior High Brightest Bobcats! These students are selected on two criteria: they give great effort in all that they do, and they have a fantastic attitude each day. 6th Grade: Emily Bedair, 7th Grade: Adelyn Allen, 8th Grade: Paisley Cobb.

OJH Ice Cream Day is tomorrow, Friday, April 24th! Cash Only! 🍦

Don't Forget!
OJH Student Council is sponsoring an End-of-the Year Dance, held on Friday, April 24th from 6 to 8:30pm. Cost is $5 per person. Concessions will be available.

OJH 25-26 yearbooks are on sale now through June 16th at $40, Regular price $45. Use the link to purchase a yearbook, https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/orangefieldjuniorhigh

On Saturday, the OJH choir traveled to Groves Middle School to compete in the UIL Solo & Ensemble Contest. 9 students prepared and performed solos for a judge. Kendra Hebert was awarded an Excellent rating. Madison Bright, Vanessa Ciancaglione, Joshua Jeanis, Chloe Leteff, Kaydence Leblanc, Sarah Parker, and Aubrey Pohorence all earned superior ratings and medals! Congratulations to all the students on their hard work this year.

🏆🐾 March Mammal Madness Champions! 🐾🏆

A huge congratulations to our 8th Grade Science students for an incredible March Mammal Madness season! Through scientific research, analysis of adaptations, and evidence-based reasoning, students made predictions and defended their claims like true scientists. 🧠🔬✨

We are so proud of our students’ critical thinking, research skills, and scientific reasoning. Way to go, future scientists! 👏

#MarchMammalMadness #8thGradeScience #FutureScientists #StudentSuccess

OJH Student Council is sponsoring an End-of-the Year Dance, held on Friday, April 24th from 6 to 8:30pm. Cost is $5 per person. Concessions will be available.

Attention OJH Parents/Guardians:
Just a friendly reminder that STAAR testing is this month! Tests fall on the following dates.
April 7th: Reading, 6-8 grades
April 14th: Science, 8th grade
April 15th: Social Studies, 8th grade
April 21st: Math, 6-8 grades
Please make sure your student’s Chromebook is fully charged, they get a good night’s sleep, and have a healthy breakfast in the morning. We want them to be at their best for the test! Please also note that visitors will not be allowed to eat lunch with students on STAAR testing days.

Thank you for your support!

Congratulations to Orangefield Junior High students Brenham Valka and Gilbert Blacksher for earning the fifth six-week period's "Awesome Attendance Awards"!
Any student with two or fewer absences during the six-week grading period is eligible for the first attendance award. Brenham maintained exceptional attendance and will receive an electric scooter and MLB The Show for his Playstation 5 due to his consistent positive presence!
The second award recognizes a student from the grade level with the highest overall attendance. Our 6th grade class finished ahead of the 8th grade by 1%. Gilbert, a 6th grader with outstanding attendance, is taking home an electric scooter!
Great job, Brenham and Gilbert!
Huge shout out to STUCO for sponsoring 6 additional candy/drink packages that went out to more students with Perfect Attendance!

Congratulations to the 5th Six Weeks Orangefield Junior High Brightest Bobcats! These students are selected on two criteria: they give great effort in all that they do, and they have a fantastic attitude each day.
6th Grade: Avery Ford
7th Grade: Cord Banken
8th Grade: Makenna Wiley

Orangefield Junior High is home to the hardest-working staff in Texas! Our faculty works tirelessly to provide a safe, effective learning environment for each and every student. Many of our faculty members received nominations for this spotlight, but we want to take a moment to specifically highlight one of our hardest workers: Jessica Vincent. For the past five years, Mrs. Vincent has served as an educational aide, making a lasting difference in the lives of our students. Whether stepping in to support struggling learners or confidently leading instruction herself, she consistently goes above and beyond. More than that, Jessica brings genuine care and passion to her role—she has been an inspiring mentor and a steady, positive influence for so many young people. Thank you, Mrs. Vincent, for your unwavering dedication and the heart you bring to our school every single day. We are truly grateful!

OJH Boys Athletes wrapped up their track season on Tuesday. The results are below.
Go Bobcats!