The slushie machine

Slushies at school? You bet!

Elizabeth Higgins, News/Opinion Editor December 21, 2023

This year, a groundbreaking development has occurred at The Quaker Corner, Slushies. Every day after school, The Quaker Corner (the OPHS bookstore) sells slushies along with snacks, drinks, OP merchandise,...

Mr. Brandon Pafk, new OPHS principal

A Sit-down with Mr. Pafk

Reese Politowski, Staff Reporter November 1, 2023
An interview with Mr. Pafk
Bulls QB Cole Snyder back to pass against Bowling Green

UB Bulls’ QB Cole Snyder chats with Carson Hayek

Carson Hayek, Staff Reporter October 31, 2023

The UB Bulls have not had an ideal start to their season. The Bulls had high expectations preseason after winning the Camelia Bowl last December but certainly have had trouble reaching that bar again....

OPHS teacher and local cattle farmer Evan DeWald

Mr. DeWald: Tech Teacher and Cattle Farmer

Anthony Piccillo, Staff Reporter October 31, 2023

(This interview has been edited for clarity and length.) Mr. Evan DeWald is a teacher here at OPHS, and he teaches numerous tech related classes, including Principles of Engineering, Small Engine, and...

Coach Jill Manka has made it possible for the OPHS Cheerleading Program to be known for having spirited, talented cheerleaders. Manka is the heart and soul of OPHS cheerleading,  and her dedication to the cheer program has been invaluable. To find out more about OPHS cheerleading go to www.ophscheer.com.

Game Day: A Year Long Effort

Arianna Baumgart, Staff Reporter April 13, 2023

Game Day Cheerleading is a competitive version of what a cheerleader would normally do at a football game. Teams are evaluated on how well they execute a band dance, fight song, cheer, situational sideline,...

Valentines Carnation Sale!

Valentine’s Carnation Sale!

January 12, 2023

Valentine's Carnation Sale!   OP Impact is sponsoring a Valentine's carnation sale this year! $1.00 carnations can be bought after school or during lunch periods through January 17-23. See Mrs....

A Voice Behind THE VOICE: Elijah Moskal

Sully O'Brien, Staff Reporter December 21, 2022

The school newspaper is a staple in almost every high school in America. Student run, students write on current events, school news, and the ongoing activities of the community. However, very few times...

Orchard Park High School Celebrates Holiday Spirit Week

Vivian Mutty, Editor-in-Chief December 15, 2022

Students, please view the attached flyer for information on the upcoming spirit week. Let's see some school spirit!

The PULSE Wants You!

Vivian Mutty, Editor-in-Chief December 2, 2022

If you are interested in having your literary and artistic work published in the school magazine, read the attached flyer for more details.

Halloween Spirit Days

Vivian Mutty, Editor-in-Chief October 20, 2022

Halloween Spirit Days Flyer Check out this flyer for information on Orchard Park's Halloween school spirit week!

Teresa Thomas Speaks About the Effects of Drug Use on Her Life

Teresa Thomas Speaks About the Effects of Drug Use on Her Life

Isabella Mychajluk, Staff Reporter January 25, 2022

Teresa Thomas is a 45-year-old nurse at BryLin Hospital.  She has two sons, Billy and Jacob, and a daughter, Heather. She now lives what many would consider a normal day-to-day life, living with her children...

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