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Olympia Titan Tribute - Week of October 6, 2025

Posted Date: 10/06/25 (10:45 AM)
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Olympia Titan Tribute

A NEWSLETTER FOR THE OLYMPIA SCHOOL COMMUNITY

Principal's Message

Dear Titan Families,
 
I would like to take a moment to reflect on the incredible energy and school spirit that filled our campus during our Homecoming Week. From the vibrant parade and the competitive Powder Puff game to the exciting atmosphere of our Neon Pep Rally, every event was a celebration of what it means to be a Titan. The pep rally was a glow-in-the-dark experience featuring a live DJ and a powerful performance by our Titan Band, creating an electric environment that brought students and staff together in celebration. Friday evening’s football game brought our community together in full force, and our Homecoming Court represented Olympia with pride and grace. We ended the week on a high note with a dance that was both joyful and memorable. I am grateful to our students, staff, and families for making this week such a success.
 
In addition to our Homecoming festivities, we had the privilege of tapping our newest members of the National Honor Society. These students have demonstrated excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, and character. We look forward to honoring them formally during this week’s induction ceremony.
 
Looking ahead, Thursday, October 9, will be PSAT and SAT School Day at Olympia High School. All ninth and tenth grade students will take the PSAT. These assessments provide valuable insight into students’ academic progress and help prepare them for future college entrance exams. All eleventh grade students will also take the PSAT/NMSQT, which serves as the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship Program. All twelfth grade students will participate in the SAT, an important milestone in the college admissions process. We encourage all students to arrive on time, well rested, and prepared with a fully charged device. This is a meaningful opportunity for every student to demonstrate their growth and readiness for the next step in their academic journey.
 
Thank you for your continued support as we move forward together. Let us keep the momentum strong. #TitanUp.
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With Titan Pride,

Christy Gorberg
Principal, Olympia High
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HOCO Happenings

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Wednesday 9/17 - Parade

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In our 3rd annual Homecoming parade, we had a variety of teams, clubs, and our homecoming court all parade through Downtown Windermere. Students, friends, and Families all came out and lined the streets to watch. A huge, thank you to the Town of Windermere, the Windermere Police Department, and Family Church Windermere for your support and help. Our parade would not be possible without you.

Thursday 9/18 - Powder Puff

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Each class went head to head in a game of Flag Football with the seniors coming out on top. We had an amazing team of girls for each class and they were supported by the boys in each grade as their cheerleaders.

Friday 9/19 - Pep Rally

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On Friday during 7th period, we had our pep rally where Homecoming Court and our Titan Football Team ran out. Cheer and dance performed and students played games to get everyone hype for the football game and the dance!

Friday 9/19 - HOCO Game

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Our Olympia Titans Football Team took on Lake Nona in a hard fought game. The Titan spirit radiated on and off the field, getting everyone excited for The homecoming dance. At halftime, Homecoming Court walked out and our new HOCO King and Queen were announced!

Saturday 9/20 - Dance

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Students had a blast this year at our 2025 Homecoming In the Stars! We are one of the lucky schools that get to celebrate off-campus at Disney Springs for the second year in a row in the House of Blues. The night was filled with students dressed in their best, filling the dance floor with music, laughter, and unforgettable memories. 

Spirit Week Dress Up Days

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  • Wednesday - Space Jammies: Students and staff rolled out of bed and came straight to school in their comfiest pajamas.
  • Thursday - Back to the Future (80’s day): Olympia was taken back to the future with their 80’s clothing and accessories.
  • Friday - Neon + Titan Gear: Our Titans showed school spirit and also went all out with their bright accessories.

HOCO King and Queen

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Three young men stand together, wearing sashes that say 'Olympia Homecoming Court'.
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Every year students at Olympia vote for a boy and a girl on Senior Homecoming Court that they want to be crowned King and Queen. The winners get announced at halftime of our Homecoming Football game. This year our Homecoming King and Queen are Joshua Santos and Hayley Book!
 

Debate Tournament

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We hosted the first regional Speech & Debate tournament of the year here this weekend. There were 550 students, 150 adult judges and 37 schools represented. Your Olympia Titans took first place of all of the schools, edging out Lake Highland Prep for the win. Olympia had 54 students competing at this tournament. Many of our students also had individual trophy wins. Congratulations to Josie Dee, Liane and Yarra Khabaz, Pearlen Kaur and Isabella Nakhleh, Santiago Bonilla, Gabbi Rousseau, and Arman Hunanyan for placing!
 

Hospitality and Culinary

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In September, Olympia’s hospitality and culinary students had the opportunity to take part in an engaging educational site visit to the JW Marriott Bonnet Creek (our industry partner). This experience allowed our students to see first-hand how different departments within a luxury hotel work together to create a seamless guest experience.
 
During the visit, we explored key areas of the industry, including Sales and Marketing, Events and Conference Services, Hotel Operations, and Food and Beverage.
 
A highlight of the day was stepping into the kitchen, where students had the chance to apply their hospitality and culinary skills in a professional environment. This hands-on experience not only reinforced classroom learning but also inspired students by showing them the career pathways available in the hospitality industry!
 
Overall, this site visit provided invaluable exposure to real-world practices and further strengthened the connection between classroom learning and industry application!
 

NHS Tapping

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Congratulations to the 279 students tapped into Olympia High School’s 2025–2026 National Honor Society chapter! These Titans have shown exceptional dedication to scholarship, leadership, service, and character. We’re so proud of their achievements!
 

Teacher Spotlight: Nicholas Hortze

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  1. How long have you been teaching? 21 years in OCPS.
  2. What do you teach and have you taught anything else? Currently, US History.
  3. If so, what else did you teach? World History.
  4. What schools have you taught at previously? 5 years at Westridge Middle and 15 years at Boone High School.
  5. What is your favorite thing about teaching? Introducing students to US History that they have never learned before…summers off is nice too.
  6. What made you want to come teach at Olympia? Thought it was time for a change.
  7. What is something fun you did over the summer? Attended John Cena’s farewell tour with a bunch of friends.
  8. A fun fact about you! I have two dogs. One is named Crosby after the hockey player Sidney Crosby & the other is named Irish after Notre Dame.
 

Athlete Spotlight: Jordan Canarte, Senior- Bowling

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  1. What sport do you play? Bowling
  2. How long have you been playing this sport? I’ve been playing for 2 years, last year was my first year.
  3. What’s your favorite memory? My favorite memory has been watching my friends and teammates improve.
  4. What are you looking forward to this season? I am looking forward to hanging out with my friends and getting more wins.
 

Athlete Spotlight: Alex Miller, Senior- Golf and Lacrosse

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  1. What sport do you play? Golf and Lacrosse
  2. How long have you been playing this sport? 8 years
  3. What’s your favorite memory? My favorite memory is moving to Florida to play golf all year round. Also, I joined SGA and worked my way to being an officer in both SGA and 6th Man. And of course the fact that I got to have Mrs. Dansby as a teacher.
  4. What are you looking forward to this season? I’m looking forward to playing with my old teammates and meeting new ones as well.
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