Oshkosh North Newsletter

• February 16-20- Sasquatch Days
• Dress Us Days
• Revised Bell Schedule Mon-Thurs
• Revised Bell Schedule Fri
• February 27- Black History Gallery Walk 5:00-6:30 North Cafeteria (enter door 1)
• March 6- No School - Staff PD day
• March 9- Fox Valley Math League Math Meet
• March 9- Booster Club Meeting
• March 10- Spring Athletic Code Meeting (6:00 North Auditorium)
• March 10-11- Act Testing for Juniors (Digital learning day for 9, 10, and 12)
• March 19- State Forensics tournament
• March 23-27- Spring Break
• March 31 - April 1- Pre-ACT testing for Freshman and Sophomores ( Digital learning day 11 & 12)
• April 3- No school
• April 16- Multicultural Presentation Day
• April 17- No School - Staff PD day
• April 25- Prom

Link for North Athletic Events

Link for OASD Music Events

** Reminder if your student is attending sporting events or after school activities they need to be picked up promptly following the conclusion of the events**

This week during homeroom, students participated in a meaningful Heart of Gratitude activity designed to spread kindness and appreciation throughout our school community.

Students were given time to write a heartfelt message to another student or a staff member who has made a positive impact on them. On one side of a paper heart, students wrote who the message was for, and on the other side, they shared their words of thanks and appreciation.

Throughout the week, these hearts were delivered to students and staff members. We are proud of our students for taking the time to recognize others and share thoughtful words. Small acts of gratitude can make a big difference, and this activity was a wonderful reminder of the caring community we have here at our school.

Get ready for a week full of fun, friendly competition, and school spirit during our upcoming Sasquatch Week! We have exciting activities planned for students each day, and we can’t wait to celebrate together.

🔎 Find Sassy the Sasquatch

Each day, two Sassy cut-outs will be hidden around the school. Students who find one can return it to Mr. Griffith’s room to win a prize!
Be sure to keep your eyes open—Sassy could be anywhere!

💻 Hour-Long Excel Sessions (Monday–Thursday)

Our staff has created engaging and interactive Excel sessions designed to be both fun and skill-building. Students will have the opportunity to participate in these hour-long sessions throughout the week. It’s a great way to learn something new while having a blast!

🎉 Friday Celebration

We’ll wrap up Sasquatch Week with a big celebration on Friday, similar to our End-of-the-Year Yearbook Celebration. STUCO has planned a wide variety of activities so students can choose what interests them most, including:

• Open Gym

• Hot Chocolate Bar

• Snack Shack

• Crafts

• Video Games

• Minute to Win It Games

• Yard Games

• Dance Party

There will truly be something for everyone!

In conjunction with OASD and the “Look Up, Oshkosh! The SMART Social Project,” February has brought an exciting initiative to Oshkosh North led by our Spartan PRIDE Student Committee — Phone Free February!

This friendly competition encourages students to limit cell phone use during the school day and focus on learning, responsibility, and living the Spartan Way.

Rather than simply counting referrals, this challenge is all about growth and improvement. Each grade level is working to reduce its number of cell phone referrals compared to January. The winner will be the grade that shows the greatest percentage decrease from January to February.

🏆 Current Standings

🥇 1st Place: 10th Grade
🥈 2nd Place (Tie): 11th Grade & 12th Grade
🏅 4th Place: 9th Grade

The competition is close, and there is still time for shifts in the rankings!

Starting Monday, electronic hall passes will move to a 5-minute duration instead of 10 minutes.

We’re making this adjustment to help keep things moving and ensure that more students have the opportunity to use the restroom or visit the Snack Shack during class time. By shortening the pass time, we can better accommodate everyone’s needs throughout the day.

Students are encouraged to plan for a quicker turnaround so their peers can have a chance to use their pass as well. Being mindful of time helps keep things fair and running smoothly for everyone.

Thank you for your cooperation and for continuing to demonstrate responsibility throughout the school day!

Please mark your calendars for an extra special event on the court!

The upcoming North/West Basketball Doubleheader on Friday, February 20th, hosted at North, will serve as our official Mental Health Awareness night.

In addition to the excitement of the rivalry games, we will be celebrating the many incredible initiatives our community has launched to support mental health. We are proud to use this platform to highlight these vital resources and show our collective support for student and community well-being.

Stay tuned for more details regarding specific activities and resources in the coming weeks. We look forward to seeing the stands filled with support for both our athletes and this important cause.

Concession Stand Volunteers Needed
The Oshkosh North Booster Club is looking for parent and student volunteers to help staff the concession stand at upcoming events. The Booster Club plays a vital role in supporting Oshkosh North athletics and activities by helping fund equipment, uniforms, team needs, and special opportunities for our students. The concession stand is one of the biggest ways they make that support possible, and they can’t do it without volunteers. Parents are encouraged to help, and students are also welcome to volunteer. Please consider signing up to support our Spartan community at the link below. If your student participates in a sport, please add their sport after your name when signing up.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054CA9AA2DAAFCC16-57594631-concession/33689328#/

Booster Club App

The Oshkosh North Booster Club has launched a new app to make it easier than ever to stay connected. Get schedules, announcements, fundraiser info, and instant updates all in one place. Download using the link or QR code .

https://www.jotform.com/app/252304466765158

The Spring Athletic Code Meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 10th at 6:00 PM in the auditorium (enter door 7).

Any spring student-athletes who have not yet attended a code meeting this school year are required to attend with a parent/guardian and bring their Chromebook.

The meeting will last approximately 45 minutes.

Spring sports season is right around the corner, and we are excited to share important start dates and coaching information for our upcoming teams.

Spring Sports Start Dates & Coaches

March 9

• Boys Track & Field – Head Coach: Ryan Davies

• Girls Track & Field – Head Coach: Michelle Carbiener

March 16

• Softball (Pitchers & Catchers) – Head Coach: Boston Garten

• Baseball (Pitchers & Catchers) – Head Coach: Dylan Pease

March 23

• Girls Soccer – Head Coach: Nicole Palmquist

• Softball (Full Team) – Head Coach: Boston Garten

• Baseball (Full Team) – Head Coach: Dylan Pease

March 30

• Boys Golf – Head Coach: Bryan Dorn

• Boys Tennis – Head Coach: Joe Sagen

We are looking forward to a great spring season filled with growth, teamwork, and success both on and off the field. Please be sure that all required paperwork, physicals, and eligibility requirements are completed prior to the first practice date.

If you have any questions regarding schedules or program details, please reach out to the appropriate head coach or the athletics office.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your family's screen habits, you aren't alone - and we're excited to share a new community-wide initiative to help. The Oshkosh Area School District is proud to support The SMART Social Project, a program offering local events, tools, and resources to help our students and families build healthier digital habits.

Click here to read the full update and see this month's Tech-Free Tuesday schedule!

Registration is now open for the spring Recreational Coed High School Volleyball League! This league is provided by the Oshkosh Recreation Department (ORD) - a division of our school district - and offers a great opportunity for students in grades 9-12 to stay active, compete, and have fun with friends.

League Details

• Who: Open to all Oshkosh Area School District high school students

• What: A 6-on-6 coed recreation league consisting of a seven-week season, including an end-of-season tournament (teams must have a minimum of 2 girls on the court at all times)

• When: Thursdays, April 2 - May 14

• Times: All games will be scheduled after 6 PM

• Where: Perry Tipler Middle School

• Cost: $175 per team.

Register Now!

Registration is currently open and will close on February 26. Learn more and complete the registration process using the link below:

Sign-up: COED High School Volleyball League

Contact

If you have any questions regarding the league or how to register your team, please contact Troy Schoblaske, ORD Program Supervisor, at 920.424.0150 or troy.schoblaske@oshkosh.k12.wi.us.

Join us for an inspiring evening at the Oshkosh North Black History Gallery Walk!

When: Friday, February 27th, 5:00–6:30 pm (doors open at 4:45 pm)

Where: Cafeteria, Oshkosh North (enter via Door 1; park in student lot)

All students, families, and community members are welcome. The event will begin with a brief program, followed by time to explore student-created displays honoring Black history and culture.

Students and Parents: Please review this important information about the upcoming ACT testing.

Important Dates to Remember:

• February 2, 2026 - in homeroom Juniors will prepare chromebooks
• February 9, 2026 - in homeroom Juniors will set up their MyACT accounts
• February 12, 2026- Excel meeting for Juniors regarding ACT
• February 23, 2026 - during 3rd hour and Excel Juniors will prepare their MyACT account.
• March 10, 2026 - all Juniors report to school for ACT
• March 11, 2026 - only juniors needing a second day due to accommodations, make up time or were absent on March 10th will report to schools
  

Families are invited to attend Oshkosh North High School’s winter musical, Hadestown: Teen Edition, presented February 12, 13, 14, and 15 at The Grand.

Hadestown follows two intertwining love stories—that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and immortal King Hades and Persephone—as audiences are taken on a journey to the underworld and back through a haunting retelling of a Greek tragedy. Inspired by classic American folk music and vintage New Orleans jazz, the musical explores powerful themes of industry versus nature, doubt versus faith, and fear versus love.

This intriguing and beautiful folk opera delivers a deeply resonant and hopeful theatrical experience and features the outstanding talents of Oshkosh North High School students. Don’t miss this special production as our students take the stage for their final musical at The Grand.

🎟 Tickets are available at The Grand Box Office or online.

📣 Attention Spartans! Important Yearbook Updates

1️⃣ Yearbook Sales
You can purchase your yearbook at:
👉 www.yearbookforever.com

2️⃣ Get Involved!
Watch your email throughout the year for surveys and other yearbook-related requests. Help make YOUR yearbook truly represent the Spartan community!

📢 Senior & Business Ads

• Senior ads and business ad space are available for purchase at:
  👉 www.yearbookforever.com

• Full details available on the One-Stop Shop (linked below).

👶 Senior Baby Pictures

• Senior baby pictures are due by February 14 and can be submitted through the One-Stop Shop.

🏆 Senior Superlatives & Signatures

• Stay tuned! More info coming soon.

🔗 For all the latest info, visit our One-Stop Shop: LINK

📌 REMINDER: the last time to get the yearbook order price of $65 is the last day of first semester. After that, it goes up to $70

Let’s make this yearbook one to remember!

We want every student to be able to participate in our field trips. If your family needs financial assistance to help cover the cost, please complete the Field Trip Scholarship Form.

All requests will be handled confidentially. Our goal is to ensure that every student can join in on these valuable learning experiences, regardless of financial circumstances (overnight night trips are excluded from this program).

Thank you for your continued support in making these opportunities available for all of our students!