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
You can make the difference this holiday season! When you help the Bright Harbor Foundation and OceanMHS support the individuals and families in need served by OceanMHS by donating an unwrapped toy, personal care item, small denomination gift cards or a non-perishable food item. Please print out and share the flyer with friends and co-workers to make
By: Gwendolyn Specht Halloween came to Ocean Academy! Staff and students both dressed up for the occasion. There were bears, scary nuns, Vanellope, and a whole gang of Pokemon. As part of the day’s festivities, the entire school paraded around the building. Staff from Ocean Mental Health judged the costumes during the parade. Our first
By: Charla Cole/Instructional Paraprofessional Ocean Academy once again embarked on its annual pumpkin picking trip to Silverton Farms in Toms River. The students and staff enjoyed feeding apples to the goats, watching the chickens lay eggs, and of course the educational hayride led by Farmer Tom. As we rode through the crops we were able
