Olympia Titan Tribute - Week of September 22, 2025

Posted Date: 9/22/25 (8:00 AM)

Olympia Titan Tribute

A NEWSLETTER FOR THE OLYMPIA SCHOOL COMMUNITY

Principal's Message

Dear Titan Families,

Homecoming Week at Olympia High School has been a tremendous success. The enthusiasm and school spirit displayed by our students and staffulty throughout the week have been truly inspiring. From themed dress-up days to the Titan Tromp, our campus was filled with energy, the next edition. We also celebrated Senior Night with our Girls Volleyball Team. It was a special moment to honor the leadership and dedication of our senior athletes. Their commitment to excellence both on and off the court continues to make us proud. Adding a fun twist to the week, the Principal’s Duck Hunt has brought smiles and excitement across campus. Throughout Homecoming Week, rubber ducks have been hidden in various locations for students to discover. It has sparked friendly competition, with students eagerly searching for the elusive green alien ducks. Those lucky enough to find one received a special reward from me. It’s been such a joy to see their reactions. These moments of connection and celebration are what make Homecoming Week so memorable and meaningful.

Our new Titan teachers have already begun building strong relationships with students, demonstrating genuine care, enthusiasm, and a commitment to student success. Whether through engaging classroom instruction, active participation in campus events, or simply being present and approachable, they are quickly becoming trusted adults on campus. Their positive energy and fresh perspectives are enriching our school culture and reinforcing the values that make Olympia a place where students feel seen, supported, and inspired

While we have enjoyed the celebrations, we remain focused on academics. It is still early in the semester, and students are laying the foundation for a successful year. Progress Monitoring Assessments (PMAs) are approaching, and these assessments provide valuable insight into student learning and instructional planning. I encourage all students to prepare thoughtfully and reach out to their teachers for support.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting our students. Let us keep the momentum going and continue to #TitanUp.

With Titan Pride,

Christy Gorberg

Principal, Olympia High

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HOCO Happenings

Monday 9/15 - Titan Tromp

One of our Homecoming traditions is Titan Tromp, where students compete against other classes and teachers in a series of backyard games on the football field. This year, the Teachers were crowned the victors, defeating the rest of the classes. The Seniors came in second place, followed by the Juniors, Sophomores, and lastly, the Freshmen class. They competed in games of Spikeball, Dodgeball, relay races, 8-legged race, football toss, Pool Noodle Circle, and Duck Duck Goose.

Tuesday 9/16 - Girls Volleyball Senior Night

Girls Volleyball Senior Night - vs. Dr. Phillips

Our Lady Titans Volleyball team celebrated an unforgettable senior night with a hard-fought win, showcasing teamwork and determination from start to finish. We are so proud of all of our Seniors and the work they have put in to make the Olympia Volleyball program so very special.

Spirit Week Dress Up Days

Monday 9/15 - Clone Wars (Twin day) - match with your twin

Tuesday 9/16 - Aliens vs. Spies - Dress up with your best Men in Black look or go all green and out of this world

Principal’s Alien Duck Hunt

New this year at Olympia, yellow and green ducks were hidden all around campus for students to find. If students spotted a green alien duck they took it to Principal Gorberg for an instant prize. The student who collected the most yellow ducks by the end of the week received an extra surprise.

Athlete Spotlight: Hayley Book

What sport do you play? Cheer
How long have you been playing this sport for? I have been cheering for about 12 years. I started Competitive Cheer at TopGun Allstars when I was about 5 and stopped my Junior Year. This is my 4th year on the Olympia Varsity Cheer team.
What’s your favorite memory? My favorite memory is when we hit zero at states. It felt like all of our hard work finally paid off and we were one as a team.
What are you looking forward to this upcoming season? This season I am most looking forward to feeling confident in every skill we do as well as getting super close together like a family.

Athlete Spotlight: Samuel Puentes

What sport do you play? Swim and Water Polo.
How long have you been playing this sport for? I’ve been doing both sports since Freshman year. That would make this my 4th year playing each.
What’s your favorite memory? My favorite memory was when Olympia played Columbus (a Miami school which was one of the best in the state) at the Supra Tournament and we were able to beat them just slightly even when everything seemed against us.
What are you looking forward to this upcoming season? I’m looking forward to the bigger meets and tournaments like districts, regionals, etc and local tournaments like the Supra Tournament.

New Teacher Interview: Mr. Andrews

How long have you been teaching? This is my 4th year teaching in Florida, 5th total as I have taught in Washington State for a year.
What do you teach and have you taught anything else? I teach English 3 here at Olympia
If so, what else did you teach? I taught CTE automotive at a career center and multiple Risk Youth Programs, one called Young Men of Excellence program in Seminole county. I am also endorsed to teach PE.
What schools have you taught at previously? Lake Buena Vista High School and Lake Brant High School.
What is your favorite thing about teaching? I enjoy interacting with the students and staff and having the opportunity to be a positive influence and mentor. Helping students gain confidence and succeed academically, athletically, and in life is what motivates me to teach.
What made you want to come teach at Olympia? The rich culture and the diverse atmosphere as well as the athletics because I am a sports coach.
What is something fun you did over the summer? My son and I built an engine for my performance car and I drove it back to Florida from Washington State.
A fun fact about you! I was a master automotive technician for 17 years before getting my master’s in education and becoming a teacher.

Mr. and Ms. Titan

One of Olympia’s cherished Homecoming traditions is the crowning of Mr. and Ms. Titan, an honor voted on by the students. This year, the titles were awarded to Mr. and Ms. Parm, both long-standing and beloved educators. Mrs. Parm, who has been teaching AP World History at Olympia for four years, brings 31 years of experience to the classroom. Mr. Parm, a teacher of AP Research/Seminar and AP Literature, has been with Olympia since it opened and has taught for 28 years. Mr. and Ms.Titan represent the best of Olympia. Students know these teachers are one of a kind, and this gives the students a way to recognize the best of the best.

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Olympia Titan Tribute - Week of September 22, 2025

Olympia Titan Tribute

A NEWSLETTER FOR THE OLYMPIA SCHOOL COMMUNITY

Principal's Message