• • September 30: Color Wars! •
  • • October 1: Pink Out! •
  • • October 2: Runway vs Recliner (Formal vs PJs) •
  • • October 3: I Love OL Day! •
  • • October 6-7: Adjusted Schedule (Surveys) •
  • • October 8: PSAT/NMSQT 11: Testing Day •
  • • October 31: Halloween, First Grading Period Ends •
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The Class of 2015’s reunion photo and class plaque located near the main staircase. According to Leslie Samuelson, she recalls the Class of 2015 to consist of around 700 students. “Your life is your life, especially after high school,” Leslie Samuelson said.
Class of 2015 reconnects their currents
Raizel Dino, Features Editor • October 7, 2025

From graduation gowns to a group meet up, the Class of 2015 is soon to make their reunion on Oct. 18, 2025 at the New Realm Brewing Co. “You feel...

Class of 2027 pose with the surf vs. turf day banner made by Kamie Santos. The group is dressed as surfers and cowboys on the final day of the competition, Sept. 10, 2025. Photo used with the permission of Kamie Santos.
Juniors and seniors battle for spirit
September 16, 2025
Principal Dr. Leslie Ittner poses with the Stall Seat Journal on Sep. 2, 2025 near the main office. Ittner is beginning her first year at Ocean Lakes.
Bathroom stalls inform Dolphins
September 5, 2025
This image was added in the new course expectations for the 2025-2026 school year about levels of AI use in the classroom. This picture was made by VBCPS from the work of Vera Cubero, Dr. Leon Furze, Dr. Mike Perkins, Dr. Jasper Roe and Dr. Jason Mcvaugh.
New principal strives to raise student awareness
August 31, 2025
Pictured from left to right: Juniors Van Helgren and Zak Kain-Kuzniewski present the spirit week themes on August 26, 2025. The school wide event will take place from Sep. 2 to Sep. 5 with the themes of Disney Day, Sport Day, Surf vs. Turf Day, and OL Spirit Day.
First spirit week introduces old and new themes
August 31, 2025
Features
Attendance secretary Elizabeth Cooper works with students from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day, helping them sign in and out of school. Pictured here on Sept. 18, 2025, Cooper takes a quick break to smile for the camera.
New attendance secretary arrives just in time
Isaiah Omier, Staff Writer • October 7, 2025

As she grins from ear to ear, waiting patiently for students to enter, attendance secretary Elizabeth Cooper welcomes students with a friendly face.  Born in Colorado,...

The list of the people who were accepted to Dr. Ittner’s 2025-2026 Student Advisory Board. The message of the people who got in was sent on Sept. 24, 2025, by instructional technology specialist Meri Reddick. Canva made by Chris Litto.
Principal’s student advisory board amplifies student voices
October 6, 2025
Nimish Nookala '24 sings a solo during the Virginia Gentlemen's 2025 Spring Classic Concert on Apr. 17, 2025, as president Cavan Meade (right) looks on. The VGs performed an original cover of Speechless by Dan + Shay at UVA. Photo used with permission from Nimish Nookala.
Alum sings acapella
September 5, 2025
Quinn Jones spending time during her summer break teaching kids at her Jr. Lifeguard Camp about first aid on August 14, 2025. The education included injuries from scrapes to strokes as well as how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Photo used with the permission of Quinn Jones.
To rot or not to rot?
August 31, 2025
Social studies teacher Jennifer Burch at her desk during one of her AP US History classes on Aug. 27, 2025. “I love teaching AP US History because there is an enthusiasm in the classroom for the subject,” Burch said.
New AP U.S. History teacher takes the torch
August 31, 2025
A&E
The image shows a still from the song “Golden” in the “KPop Demon Hunters” movie. “Golden” was an instant success, taking the top spot on multiple music charts and pulling at the heartstrings of fans. Image courtesy of Sony.
“KPop Demon Hunters” ‘takes down’ the competition with ‘golden’ hits
Mihika Sakharpe, Webmaster; Opinion Editor • October 6, 2025

Pictured from left to right: Peter McVries (David Jonsson), Raymond Garraty (Cooper Hoffman), Hank Olsen (Ben Wang), and Arthur Baker (Tut Nyuot) begin the walk. "The Long Walk" is 50-person survival game where the person that walks the longest wins. Courtesy of IMDb.
“The Long Walk” shows the cruelties of human nature
September 18, 2025
Promotional picture of the movie. The children all run in this posture, which was featured heavily in both the movie and the marketing. Courtesy of: Warner Bros. Pictures.
“Weapons” wants viewers to laugh at its failures
August 27, 2025
Pictured from left to right: Ava Starr (Hannah John-Kamen), Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh), John Walker (Wyatt Russell) and Alexa Shostakov (David Harbour) look in fear at the Void taking over New York City. The long-awaited movie assembled a team of antiheroes, known as the New Avengers. Courtesy of Marvel.
Marvel’s “Thunderbolts*” introduces compelling plot
May 16, 2025
“Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream” takes YouTube by storm with 1.1 million views and 86,000 likes. The trailer appeared in the Nintendo Direct on March 27, 2025, 11 years after the original game was released. Courtesy of Nintendo.
Long awaited new “Tomodachi Life” announcement excites old fans
May 16, 2025
Opinion
Community Partners Wall at Roanoke Higher Education Center's, featuring colleges, universities and community organizations, on Aug. 29, 2025.
How to get a head start on college preparation
Tameya Norton, Video/Podcast Editor • August 31, 2025

The Common App application portal officially opened on Aug. 1, 2025, giving students a chance to get ahead of the application process. Although it may seem early, most early decision and early action deadlines fall Nov. 15. Additionally, some schools,...

School board members listen to public comment during the emergency meeting on May 6, 2025. The motion to pause the repealing of DEI districtwide did not pass by a vote of 5-5.
Virginia Beach School Board sets a dangerous precedent by repealing DEI districtwide
June 13, 2025
The Virginia Beach Police Department patrols the Oceanfront in March 2021, just after the spike in crime in 2020. Police presence is common at the oceanfront, especially in the summer months. Photo courtesy of Mechelle Hankerson through WHRO News.
The tide turns at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront
June 9, 2025
“Gifts For Trading Land With White People” by Jaune Quick-to-See Smith is shown on display at the Chrysler Museum of Art. The Chrysler Museum is one of many options for young couples to visit for free in Norfolk.
Top date spots for young couples in the 757
May 19, 2025
Houston forward Joseph Tugler reaches for the ball during tip-off against Florida’s Rueben Chinyelu during the 2025 NCAA Men’s National Championship. The game took place on April 7, 2025 in San Antonio, Texas, with Florida winning 65-63. Photo courtesy of The Detroit News.
Changes across college sports
May 19, 2025
Sports
Ocean Lakes Varsity Football looks at the sideline for the offensive play at First Colonial High School on Sept. 5, 2025. The Dolphins had an ending score of 43-0 against the Patriots.
Varsity football looks to rebound after rough start
Larissa Almendras, Staff Writer • October 7, 2025

Varsity football strives towards an improving season after taking three losses and starting the season with a record of 2-3. Head coach James Yeager prepares to hold the team...

Junior Emerie Stimmel looks to score against Granby on September 2, 2025. They finished the game with a 5-0 win. Photo used with permission from Jared Swift.
Field hockey revives regular season
October 7, 2025
Boys cross country comes together before the RVA Relays in Mechanicsville, Va. on Sept. 13, 2025. The team started off hot, ranking second in Class 5 Region A. Photo used with permission from Christine Rakov.
XC enters fall season confident
September 24, 2025
The team huddles up during a timeout in a game against Kellam High School at Ocean Lakes High School on Sept. 10, 2024, later winning the game 3-0. Photo used with permission from Carmela Mendoza.
Girls volleyball attacks new season
September 1, 2025
Senior and captain Marlie Smith makes an incredible save to keep Great Bridge from scoring a game-tying goal, allowing the Dolphins to win 1-0 in a very competitive match. The game took place on March 28, and marked the team’s second win of the season. Photo used with permission from Marlie Smith.
Girls soccer fights for states
June 9, 2025
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Boys cross country comes together before the RVA Relays in Mechanicsville, Va. on Sept. 13, 2025. The team started off hot, ranking second in Class 5 Region A. Photo used with permission from Christine Rakov.

XC enters fall season confident

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Attendance secretary Elizabeth Cooper works with students from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day, helping them sign in and out of school. Pictured here on Sept. 18, 2025, Cooper takes a quick break to smile for the camera.

New attendance secretary arrives just in time

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The image shows a still from the song “Golden” in the “KPop Demon Hunters” movie. “Golden” was an instant success, taking the top spot on multiple music charts and pulling at the heartstrings of fans. Image courtesy of Sony.

“KPop Demon Hunters” ‘takes down’ the competition with ‘golden’ hits

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The list of the people who were accepted to Dr. Ittner’s 2025-2026 Student Advisory Board. The message of the people who got in was sent on Sept. 24, 2025, by instructional technology specialist Meri Reddick. Canva made by Chris Litto.

Principal’s student advisory board amplifies student voices

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Class of 2027 pose with the surf vs. turf day banner made by Kamie Santos. The group is dressed as surfers and cowboys on the final day of the competition, Sept. 10, 2025. Photo used with the permission of Kamie Santos.

Juniors and seniors battle for spirit

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The team huddles up during a timeout in a game against Kellam High School at Ocean Lakes High School on Sept. 10, 2024, later winning the game 3-0. Photo used with permission from Carmela Mendoza.

Girls volleyball attacks new season

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