Oak Grove High School (San Jose, California)

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Oak Grove High School
Oak Grove High School memorial
Address
285 Blossom Hill Road
San Jose, California, USA
Information
School district East Side Union High School District
Principal Richard Frias
Enrollment

2,822
Mascot Eagle
Color(s)      Blue
     Gold
Established 1967
Homepage http://og.ca.campusgrid.net/home

Oak Grove High School is a secondary school located in San Jose, California which serves students in grades 9-12. Average student enrollment is 2600 students, compared to the state average of 900 students. The school is part of the East Side Union High School District (ESUHSD). As of 2008, the school principal is Richard Frias.

Oak Grove High School has a history of well-performing sporting achievements, particularly in football (C.C.S. Champion years: '78,'86,'97,'99, '04, and '07), basketball, track, soccer, and many other sports competitions. Their school mascot is the eagle.

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[edit] I.D. Badges

In recent years, Oak Grove High School has introduced student I.D. badges; these badges are supposed to be a more convenient alternative to school uniforms.

[edit] Non-fatal stabbing incident

On May 20, 2008, a 17 year old senior female was stabbed about 10 times by a 16 year old sophomore female from South San Jose, Claudia Citali Montalbo. The senior survived the stabbing with minor stab wounds to the back and the sophomore is expelled from all high schools in the East Side Union High School District, as well as being charged as an adult for attempted murder with gang enhancement charges. There is some evidence to this being a gang - related stabbing, since the antagonist has admitted to being a member of the Norteño street gang. However, on May 23, 2008 the San Jose Police Department received a call that there would be a gang retaliation to the event, and that there was a student on campus who had a firearm. A Code Blue was announced near the end of 4th Period, and at 1:20 PM school was dismissed and all students were forced off campus.

[edit] Graduation requirements

Students must have 220 credits; including:

  • English- 40 credits (4 Years)
  • Social Studies- 30 credits (3 Years)
  • 1 year of World History
  • 1 year of United States History
  • 1 semester of American Government
  • 1 semester of Economics
  • Math- 20 credits (2 Years)
  • 1 year of Algebra 1 / Course 1 or higher
  • Science- 20 credits (2 Years)
  • 1 year of Bio. Science
  • 1 year of Physical Science
  • Physical Education- 20 credits (2 Years)
  • Fine Arts or Foreign Language- 10 credits (1 year)
  • Electives- 80+ credits

Elective Courses may be selected from the following areas:


  • Unit Requirement:

The unit requirement for graduation is 220. To complete the unit requirement, students may select the elective courses listed above. The California High School Exit Exam (or CAHSEE) is also a requirement for graduation.

  • Proficiency Requirement:

Students must pass mathematics, reading, and writing proficiency examinations. Students in designated special programs shall meet proficiency requirements contained in their individual education programs.

  • Computer Literacy:

Students must pass a computer literacy exam or pass a one-semester designated course. Students in designated special programs shall meet proficiency requirements contained in their individual education programs.


[edit] Advanced Placement/Honors

As of the 2007/2008 school year, the following Advanced Placement/Honors Courses are offered at Oak Grove High School.

[edit] Athletics

Oak Grove High School's official mascot are the Eagles. The school is known for the sports program. The Eagles rival those of St. Francis High School, Bellarmine College Prep, and Santa Teresa High School.

The Varsity Football Team won 6 CCS Open School Title. Assistant Coach Mike Holmgren (now Seattle Seahawk's coach),assisted the Eagles in their 79' CCS Title. Only nine freshmen ever made the varsity football team since 1967, not counting playoffs, and a total of 28 sophomores made the varsity.

In 2007, Cal-Hi Sports named Varsity Football Head Coach Ed Buller was named as California's High School Football Coach of the Year award.

[edit] Notable events

  • 1985 - Bowlshaped quad area flooded and filled with goldfish, now called the "Fish Bowl". This becomes a traditional senior prank that is repeated for years to come.
  • 1992 - Rappers Ice Cube and LL Cool J perform.
  • 1995 - WCW Superstar Sting, paid a visit at the rally.
  • 1996 - All gym lockers Super Glued, resulting in the replacement of all lockers.
  • 1997 - Football Stars Jerry Rice and Steve Young visit to honored the CCS Champs their Awards.
  • 2002 - Gray Davis, former governor of California hosts the talent show.
  • 2005 - I.D. Badges are introduced to the school for identification and security reasons.
  • 2008 - A senior is stabbed 10 times in the east faculty parking lot by a sophomore.
  • 2008 - The 40th Anniversary OG Yearbook is released

[edit] Notable alumni

Notable alumni of Oak Grove High School include:

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