Bighorn Bulletin

Oasis Alumna: Breanna Catlin

Oasis Academy Class of 2019 alumna Breanna Catlin takes great pride in having played a role in the school’s growth and remains appreciative of the support and strong foundation she gained there.

“I attended Oasis starting from 8th grade. My time at Oasis Academy has shaped me in many ways,” Catlin said. “I loved being able to be a part of growing the school. I still remember helping to prepare for the high school to be in the old Walmart with the kindergarten through eighth grade classes.”

She credits Oasis educators for their lasting impact. “I will forever be grateful for the amazing educators who led me along the way. Some of the people who stand out from my time at Oasis Academy are Mr. Andy Lenon, Mrs. Julie Stockard, and Coach Brandon Byrd.”

“Mr. Lenon always encouraged everyone to do their best and was always an open ear when I needed to talk about my problems. Mrs. Stockard pushed my limits and helped me become a stronger writer,” she said.

In 2019, Catlin graduated with her high school diploma and an Associate of Arts degree from Western Nevada College. “I appreciated being able to take college classes alongside getting my high school diploma,” she said.

During high school, Catlin participated in several co-curricular activities. She played softball and managed the girls' lacrosse and volleyball teams, lettering in all three. “I was also lucky to be one of the first on the Oasis Academy softball team,” Catlin said. “Coach Byrd was hard on all of us on the softball team. He pushed for not only academic excellence but also athletic excellence.”

“I loved all my teachers, coaches, and other staff and will never be able to repay them for helping me and the class of 2019,” she expressed.

After graduation, Catlin continued her education in Texas, earning her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from East Texas Baptist University in 2022. She now works in Carson City as a Medical Oncology Registered Nurse.

“I strive to continue to expand my education, which is why I have included getting my master’s degree in my five-year plan,” she said. “Other goals I have are to move to Carson, and possibly own a house in the next few years.”

Catlin also offers encouragement to current students. “To all students, time really does fly. One minute you’re learning algebra and the next you’re walking into your first college class,” she explained. “School is important, but I wish someone had helped me to remember that you are not defined by your test scores or your grades.

“Everyone is different, and each of you has a different path. My advice to you, as odd as it seems, is to quote Albert Einstein: ‘Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.’”

Uniform Store Summer Hours

The Oasis Academy Uniform Store will open for back-to-school shopping on Tuesday, Aug. 5 from 9–11 a.m., and will continue to be open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from 9–11 a.m. through the start of school. The store is located in the Gordman’s building next to Big 5.

All kindergarten through eighth-grade students must wear school-approved uniforms purchased from the Oasis Academy Uniform Store. Families are encouraged to bring students with them to try on items, as returns are not accepted.

Logowear may be purchased online at https://shop.game-one.com/nevada/fallon/oasis-academy-high-school at any time. Please note: sweatpants, joggers, tank tops, and shorts ordered online are not uniform-approved for K–8 students.

The Uniform Store also accepts clean, gently used uniform tops and bottoms as donations to the Oasis Offerings Food Pantry. Donors will receive a discount on a future purchase.