By: Thomas Goldberg/History Teacher The Hohokam were an ancient Native American tribe located in the present U.S. state of Arizona. They thrived between A.D. ~200-1400. They created beautiful shell jewelry including necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings and pendants. Many pieces of jewelry contained turquoise. The Hohokam were also very skilled in the art of pottery, which […]
Each year the consumers of Ocean Mental Health Services are treated to a festive holiday party with food, fun and tunes all thanks to the dedicated staff and volunteers of Holiday Express. In return the staff of OceanMHS bakes up a little treat to say THANK YOU every year…this year they were delighted with Cranberry Orange
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Ocean Academy had the privilege to be invited to Point Pleasant Boro High School’s; Youth Wellness Fair November 16th 2018. The Fair was hosted, by the Youth Wellness Club who developed and organized the event to reduce the stigma attached to mental illness and behavioral issues. All the students at the high school participated in
By: Eileen Catalano/English & History Teacher Art By: Drennan Hayden/Art Teacher Family: Urban Dictionary It’s not about whose blood you have, or who you spend the holidays with. It’s about people you love and they love you back. You’ll always be there for your family when they need you, and they’ll always be there for
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By: Kara Armellino/Instructional Paraprofessional Ocean Academy is no stranger to the historic Algonquin Theater in Manasquan, NJ. Each year, OA gets the privilege to see plays and performances there that both educate and entertain. This past visit to the Algonquin was particularly special, allowing us the opportunity to see Rising Stars, a classical music competition for
By: Joe Falana/ Math Teacher We traveled to the Lake House recording studio yesterday located in downtown Asbury Park. It is in a beautiful older building along the famous Wesley Lake. With wonderful views of the lake, the inside has been completed refurbished to include everything necessary for a great musical experience. We entered the
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By; Mr. Scheiderman/Instructional Paraprofessional Ocean Academy took a school wide field trip to Allaire State Park for a day of early Industrial Village life. Students were introduced to a way of life before fast food, Smart phones, Uber or even automobiles became common everyday items. Perhaps items we often take for granted. The Historic Village
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By: Judy Woodward/Administrative Assistant Dr. Rocco went to see Dr. Fernandez for his follow up visit on Wednesday. Dr.Rocco is doing great…he is up 10 grams and growing nicely. Dr. Fernandez was happy to see him doing so well. His personality is growing with him. Dr. Rocco enjoys roaming around the office and finding things
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By; Ms. Wada/Paraprofessional The students and staff in Room 1 got a special treat on Friday, October 5. We had the privilege of going to see National Geographic LIVE! Spinosaurus: Lost Giant of the Cretaceous at Ocean County College. You are probably wondering, “What is National Geographic LIVE!?” Nizar Ibrahim, a renowned paleontologist, gave a
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By: Mrs. Crosta/Instructional Paraprofessional The Ocean Academy Hiking Club has hit the ground running (or should I say walking?) Lead by Mr. Austin and Mrs. Crosta the core group consists of the 11th Grade Class. There is a maximum of 12 students comprised of all grade levels who meet weekly to venture out on hiking trails located in
