The Torch

College-bound OH seniors looking forward to moving on

Mason Silverstein, Managing Editor • January 24, 2023

With the start of the second semester of the 2022-23 school year, the senior class is now in the home stretch and looking forward to the graduation ceremony of May 23. One important aspect of that home...

Hamptons Plaza Dunkin’ a popular hangout for OH students

Madison Lemaster, Staff Writer • January 5, 2023

Olympic Heights Runs to Dunkin’. For years, the Dunkin’ in Hamptons Plaza, about a half mile north of Olympic Heights on Lyons Road, has served as the “after-school hangout spot” for OH students....

Olympic Heights undergoing campus-wide improvements

Brooke Smurlick, Entertainment Editor • December 20, 2022

Olympic Heights High School is undergoing some new construction projects this school year. Both students and teachers have noticed the new bathrooms, classroom lighting, improved air conditioning, and...

Some OH students also at work as young entrepreneurs

Eva Woods, Features Editor • December 15, 2022

At Olympic Heights, students are encouraged to take initiative and become independent, both in and out of the classroom. Many programs at OH prepare students for future jobs, including those in the OH...

OH Theatre Troupe wins big at District X competition

December 9, 2022

Olympic Heights Theatre Troupe 4992, under the direction of drama teacher Ms. Kimberly Coyle, won 35 Superior Awards, 24 Excellent Awards, and six Critics Choice Awards at the District X competition over...

Little Lions Cheer event inspires future OH cheerleaders

Amelia Welch, Staff Writer • December 2, 2022

Fundraising and team “fair shares” are two of the most common ways high school athletic teams help offset seasonal expenses. The Olympic Heights cheer team does many fundraisers throughout the year...

Olympic Heights seniors Spencer Levy and Ben Zapson named National Merit Scholarship semi-finalists

Mason Silverstein, Managing Editor • December 1, 2022

The National Merit Scholarship recognizes and honors the academic excellence of students across the United States. Of the 1.5 million students who take the PSAT/NMSQT, 50,000 qualify for the recognition...

OH Philosophy Club emphasizes civil discourse while offering an in-depth exploration of meaningful topics

Obrian Ortiz, Staff Writer • November 29, 2022

There is a new club in Olympic Heights and it's making peace where there was once a social war by providing the battlefield. Philosophy Club, under the advisement of OH math teacher Mr. Alex Celis, offers...

Olympic Heights National Honor Society collects Boca Helping Hands Thanksgiving meal boxes for those in need

Amelia Welch, Staff Writer • November 16, 2022

Who doesn’t love looking forward to a Thanksgiving feast? Unfortunately, food insecurity is a reality in Boca Raton even though many are unaware of this community need. Thankfully, organizations such...

OH faculty, students making a difference in the community

Mason Silverstein, Managing Editor • November 8, 2022

At Olympic Heights, there are many stellar students and teachers that make a difference beyond the classroom. These individuals impact others every single day through their good attitude and effort. OH...

Getting to know the Olympic Heights administration team

Eva Woods, Features Editor & Lauren Albano, Editor-In-Chief • October 24, 2022

The seven administrators of Olympic Heights are the heart of the school, and they ensure student safety, create policies, and oversee school activities. Yet, unless they are frequent flyers to student...

Olympic Heights Drama staging Noel Coward’s Blithe Spirit

October 19, 2022

Olympic Heights Performing Arts and Drama Troupe 4992 will be staging Noel Coward's Blithe Spirit, Oct. 21 through Oct. 24th. Blithe Spirit is a smash comedy hit in London and New York. The much-revived...