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Gardening Club has fresh sprouts growing in its planter boxes, maturing them as much as possible before the colder seasons.
Gardening Club Grows Plants and Interest
Metal pipes included within an HVAC system, the temperature control system used here at OCHS. (Sigmund réalise des solutions numériques qui font la différence)
OCHS’s Outdated HVAC System Goes Awry
Students protest against ICE as they march across the sidewalks of OCHS.
OCHS Students Protest Against ICE
Two smiling girls posing in front of an outstretch of trees and a mountainside. Lyla R. and Esther M. were both on an Oregon City High School Geology Field Trip, held by Mr Nadeen the Geology Teacher at Oregon City High School, at Council Crest Park and were posing in front of Mt Hood.
OCHS Students Go on a Geology Field Trip
OC Learns about Substitute Appreciation Day
Daisy, a 2-year-old German Shepherd mix, is in foster at the OHS Portland Campus. She loves playing and getting lots of attention.
OCHS Student Brings to Light the Adoption Crisis
Lucy Bedroque performing songs from his new album ¨Unmusique¨ at Holocene in Portland, Oregon on April 19th of 2026. He had a moment where he stopped singing and Vivy snapped a quick photo!
OCHS Student Reflects on Lucy Bedroque Concert
OCHS Parking Lots are Littered with Trash
OCHS Parking Lots are Littered with Trash
Official Movie Poster
Call Me By Your Name Asks “Is It Better To Speak Or To Die?”
OCHS Student Raves about Splash
OCHS Student Raves about Splash
Ongoing OCHS Journalism Class, Class B107, hosted by Pat McDonald
Journalism: Still Relevant In a Changing World
Photograph of the "Copper Golem" and the "Copper Chest" in minecraft.
Digging into Minecraft
AI Use in Schools
AI Use in Schools
Silksong: The Long Awaited Sequel
Silksong: The Long Awaited Sequel
This is Oregon City High Schools JROTC 21 man unarmed drill team. We are saluting in for one of our competitions before marching.
Why You Should Join JROTC
Elphaba, on the left, and Glinda, on the right, stand in front of the Palace of the Wizard. This picture is the moment when Glinda and Elphaba have to split ways. via Universal Pictures
Movie Review (Take 2: Wicked)
Little Women (2019) movie poster starring Saoirse Ronan, Florence Pugh, Emma Watson, Eliza Scanlen. Courtesy of Columbia Pictures.
Movie Review (Take 1: Little Women)
The Artemis rocket on its way to the moon, taking a step to bring space into our grasp.
Astro Alert: A Trip Through Space
While I couldn’t find images of the kind of engine the Willamette Valley Southern used to move freight, many other local electric railroads such as the Oregon Electric Railroad used engines termed “steeplecabs”. They have a striking appearance, and don’t resemble the steam locomotives that were produced at the same time.
Stuck in the Siding: The History Below Our Feet
The Siemens Charger is the newest addition to Amtrak's locomotive roster. It's an excellent example of the new "Pepsi" livery (as it's referred to by railfans) and Amtrak's newest branding as they enter the 2020s.
Stuck in the Siding: Because Railroads Break the Law
Junior class huddle 2025 - 2026 Macho Volleyball
OCHS Juniors Win 2025 Macho Volleyball
How Did Bible Club Start at OC
How Did Bible Club Start at OC
AI Use in Schools
AI Use in Schools
Kylee Turner poses with her award-winning art piece. From her artist statement: "This piece questions why, in a nation that prides itself on freedom, those who don't meet the "American" standards are denied basic rights."
Senior Kylee Turner Wins Awards For Meaningful Art Pieces
The Health Center announced new policies on how long students can stay out of class. The School Based Health Center at the high school is only one of seven in Clackamas County.
Health Center Changes Policies to Provide More Access
Senior Callie Arnold is riding her horse, Annabell, during the second meeting in their reining class. They were competing in McMinnville, Oregon, in March, where over 100 athletes were competing with their horses over a time span of 4 days.
OCHS Equestrian Team Majorly Affected by Floods
OC Welcomes New Renovations to Fields
OC Welcomes New Renovations to Fields
OC Volleyball Loses Quarter-Final Game Against Jesuit
OC Volleyball Loses Quarter-Final Game Against Jesuit
OCHS Winter Sports are Starting Up
OCHS Winter Sports are Starting Up
August Ostrick poses after a dominate race at this years MOOK invite running a 18:53 placing 3rd on the JV team.
Oregon City Cross Country Says Goodbye to their Season
The Future of Student Mental Health
The Future of Student Mental Health
Tariff’s are Increasing Prices and Inflicting Havoc on the American Economy
Tariff’s are Increasing Prices and Inflicting Havoc on the American Economy
Wildfires in Portland, Oregon, 2018.
Upcoming Wildfire Season to Have Substantial Impact on Public Health
Oregon's Political Divisions Reflect National Trends
Oregon’s Political Divisions Reflect National Trends
The Future of Inflation: How New Tariffs Are Shaping the Economy
The Future of Inflation: How New Tariffs Are Shaping the Economy
Coach Aaron Newkirk during his prep period on May 7th. He was awarded Coach of the Year for the 25-26 Basketball year.
Coach Newkirk: From Playing in the Backyard to Coach of the Year
Color guard team 2 first place award with personal medals. Medals for first place color guard commander, first place duel, and second place unarmed drill down.
JROTC Programs Compete in a Competition Hosted by OC
Swimming pool is being used by some people. The small outdoor swimming pool is unoccupied and has no water in it. The Oregon City Swimming Pool is hosting it's 60th birthday.
Oregon City Swimming Pool Celebrates 60 Years
Language Arts students finish up The Crucible by watching the last scene in the play. Mr. Chavez, Mr. McDonald, and Ms. Zeal are teaching Language Arts 11A and encourage the school to make time for their students to watch the play.
When Theater and Language Arts Classes Meet
OCHS National Honor Society conducted a change drive to benefit Clackamas Women's Services. They raised $625 in December.
OC’s NHS Helps Out Clackamas Women Services
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Ben Springer, Staff Writer

Ben Springer is a 12th grader at OCHS working as a staff writer at The Elevator. He enjoys playing video games, researching historical topics, and keeping up with geopolitics.

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