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September 15, 2026 September 15, 2026

TODAY AT A GLANCE... TODAY AT A GLANCE...

What's Happening?

Ripon College will be here during Fox Time today.

Tuesday, Sept 15: Cross Country @ Berlin 4:30pm

Tuesday, Sept 15: Volleyball @ Hilbert 5:30pm/7:00pm

ATTENDANCE ATTENDANCE

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School Hours

  • Doors open at 7:30am.
  • Classes start at 7:45 am and dismisses at 3:15pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Students are dismissed at 2:00pm every Wednesday for early release.
  • If you are late, you need to sign in at the office and get a pass before going to class.

Attendance

Attendance Occurrences

Students are allowed 10 attendance occurrences per school year.

What does NOT count toward the 10 occurrences:

  • Medical appointments (with a doctor's note)
  • Dental appointments (with a doctor's note)
  • College Visits (2) *See the College Visits section for procedure!

What DOES count toward the 10 occurrences:

  • Driving lessons
  • Hair appointments
  • Vacations (Prearranged Absence forms do not excuse these days)

**For Absences and Sports Eligibility, please see the Athletics section!

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

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UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES:

9/16- FT Advisory: SOS

9/17- Constitution Day

9/23- FT Advisory: ACT Prep

9/27- Homecoming Week Begins w/ hall decoration

10/2- Picture Retakes, Homecoming Skits/Ditties, Homecoming Game

10/3- Homecoming Dance

10/7- FT Advisory: SOS

10/8- OHS Parent-Teacher Conferences

10/9 - No Students / Teacher Inservice

10/14- FOCUS at the PAC; FT Advisory: DEAR

10/21- FT Advisory: ACT Prep/ Senior Meeting w/Jostens

10/21-10/24: FFA Convention

10/28- FT Advisory: XELLO

10/29- STEAM Night OMS/OHS

10/30- Cap and Gown Ordering during both lunches

11/2- End of Quarter 1, No Students

11/4- FT Advisory: SOS

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What is FBLA?? Join Us And Find Out!

Are you looking to get involved in a club, interested in business, or both? Then FBLA may be the club for you. FBLA is an active academic club oriented toward students who have an interest in business, however any student can benefit from being a part of FBLA. FBLA offers a number of opportunities from field trips, competitive events, and leadership. Come check us out. Our first Chapter meeting is this Thursday September 17 during Fox Time in Mr. Goryl's room 1413. There will be snacks and refreshments. Sign up for the FBLA Fox Time session this Thursday to see what FBLA is all about. I look forward to seeing you on Thursday.

S.A.D.D--> Check it out!!

Students Against Destructive Decisions

Would you like to know more? We'd LOVE to have you join us!
Meetings will be held during Fox Time so sign up to see what it is all about!

Join us on Thursday, September 17!

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Yearbooks are ON SALE NOW!

That's right! Yearbooks are on sale now!!


**New this year! You are now able to personalize your yearbook cover, and you can share your photos and tag your friends! Scan the QR code below to get started!

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You've Still Got Time!! Bowling Sign-Up

Are you interested in joining the Bowling Club? Stop into the office and sign up from

September 10- September 16! More information can be found on Facebook from Coach Frost.

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OPEN PAC During Lunch Reminders: STUDENTS PLEASE READ

  • Behavior expectations remain the same in the PAC as they are in the classroom.
  • You may be in the cafeteria or in the PAC. You may not leave out the West side doors to use the bathroom, you must get a pass from staff on lunch duty.
  • Inappropriate language and behaviors are not allowed and will result in you being removed for the next day. This includes tackling, rough, aggressive play, throwing balls at others, kicking balls across the gym and using profanity.
  • You may NOT bring open food into the gym.
  • EVERYONE needs to help clean up when the bell rings. It is not ok to just kick the balls to the corner of the gym for someone else to clean up.
  • Nothing should be left in the gym, including water bottles, chips, trash...
  • Always be safe.
  • Remember, it is a PRIVILEGE to have the gym open during that time and if you wish to see it continue to be open, you need to be following all behavior expectations.
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WE NEED YOUR NOMINATIONS!

Fox Fridays Are BACK!! Fill Out A Nomination TODAY!

Fox Friday forms and the box to put them in are located in the MS/HS Media Center. Please take a moment to nominate students and staff you think deserve to be recognized for being safe, responsible, respectful and positive! You can also nominate staff you feel have made a positive connection, is a great role model or who stands up for students. Please fill out a form so we can celebrate our students and staff this week!!!

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Join Fox Valley Martial Arts!

Are you interested in participating in Martial Arts or would like to see what all the fuss is about? Fox Valley Martial Arts invites you to join them for affordable training in Omro for ages 7+! Beginners classes start Sept 15th at 6:00pm in the HB Patch Gymnasium!


foxvalleymartialarts@gmail.com

www.foxvalleymartialarts.org

HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY BIRTHDAY

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ATHLETICS ATHLETICS

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If you are in a SPORT, PLEASE READ!

Athletics and Activities Attendance Policy (Condensed):
Students must attend the full school day to participate in practice or competition. To be eligible on a day with an absence:

  • Step 1: A parent must notify the office 24 hours in advance. For emergency medical appointments, parents must call before 8:00 AM the day of the absence. A medical note is required upon arrival.

  • Step 2: Student collects an excused slip from the office with the medical note.

  • Step 3: Student gives the excused slip to their coach/advisor before participating.

A parent may call a student in for personal reasons as long as they arrive before 2nd hour and are within their 10 excused absences for the year. Unexcused absences mean no participation until the next full day. Final decisions rest with the Dean of Students or Principal.

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Activities and Athletics

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, Sept 15: Cross Country @ Berlin 4:30pm

Tuesday, Sept 15: Volleyball @ Hilbert 5:30pm/7:00pm

Thursday, Sept 17: Boys Soccer vs Mayille 4:30pm

Thursday, Sept 17: Volleyball vs Laconia 5:30pm/7:00pm

Friday, Sept 18: Football vs Lomira 7:00pm

Saturday, Sept 19: Varsity Volleyball Rocket Invite Cedar Grove/Belguim HS 9:00am

Monday, Sept 21: Boys Soccer @ Wayland Academy 4:30pm

Monday, Sept 21: JV Football @ Lomira 4:30pm

Tuesday, Sept 22: Cross Country @ Winneconne 3:30pm

Tuesday, Sept 22: JV2 Volleyball vs Lourdes 5:00pm

Tuesday, Sept 22: JV/Varsity Volleyball vs Reedsville 5:00pm/7:00pm

Thursday, Sept 24: Cross Country @ Mishicot HS 4:30pm

Thursday, Sept 24: Volleyball @ Campbellsport 5:30pm/7:00pm

Saturday, Sept 26: Cross Country @ Reedsburg 9:20am

Saturday, Sept 24: Football @ WLA 11:00am


Home games in BOLD.

See all rSchool Athletic Events here.

LIBRARY NEWS LIBRARY NEWS

Fall Scholastic Book Fair

OMS/OHS Scholastic Book Fair will be the week of October 26th - 30th, 2026. Homepage Link: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/omromiddleschool


Family STEAM Night will be on Thursday, Oct. 29th. The Book Fair will be open late at the Middle and High School Book Fair until 6:30pm. (Or whenever STEAM Night ends)

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September Library Newsletter

Take a look at this month's Library Newsletter to see all the fun things happening this month. There are some exciting activities you can take part in and helpful Library Tips & Reminders to look over.


Library Activities this Month:

Candy Guessing Game
Find the Hidden Apples

Decorate a Tissue Box Contest
Public Library Events
How you can get a Public Library Card


I hope to see you visit the library soon!

THIS WEEK'S LUNCH MENU THIS WEEK'S LUNCH MENU

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*Breakfast Prices

Grades 6 – 12.......$1.90/day

Adults...................$2.55/day


*Hot Lunch Prices

Grades 6 – 12........$3.45/day

Adults....................$5.00/day


ENTREE CHOICES

Monday Entree

Chicken Nuggets

Homemade Cheese Pizza

Homemade Pepperoni Pizza

Cheeseburger on Bun

Chicken Patty Sandwich


Tuesday Entree

Beef Tacos

Homemade Cheese Pizza

Homemade Pepperoni Pizza

Cheeseburger on Bun

Chicken Patty Sandwich


Wednesday Entree

Glazed Chicken Drumstick

Homemade Cheese Pizza

Homemade Pepperoni Pizza

Cheeseburger on Bun

Chicken Patty Sandwich


Thursday Entree

Beef Meatballs

Homemade Cheese Pizza

Homemade Pepperoni Pizza

Cheeseburger on Bun

Chicken Patty Sandwich


Friday Entree

Chicken Cordon Bleu

Homemade Cheese Pizza

Homemade Pepperoni Pizza

Cheeseburger on Bun


Chicken Patty Sandwich


Click HERE for this week's complete menu!

COUNSELOR'S CORNER COUNSELOR'S CORNER

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Want to Connect with the School Counselor?

If you would like to connect with our School Counselor, please complete the Request to Meet link. This will make it very easy to get in touch!

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It's FAFSA Time!

There will be a meeting Wednesday October 21 from 6pm - 7pm in the Commons.


Mike Gawel from FVTC will be here to help you and your senior with the FAFSA application and he will be able to answer any questions as well. Please bring a computer with you to this meeting. Please sign up HERE if you will be attending.

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University/ Recruiter Visit Procedure

STUDENTS: When meeting with Recruiters, THEY need to set up appointments to meet with you THROUGH GUIDANCE and they should be scheduled during your study hall. Please do not just set something up on your own with them as we do not allow recruiters free access to students without going through the proper procedure. If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch with the office or guidance.

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Military/ University Visits

September Lunch Visits -

M 9/21 US Marines

Th 9/24 National Guard


September Fox Time Visits -

Today! T 9/15 Ripon

Th 9/17 UW Oshkosh

TH 9/24 Fox Valley Tech

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Student College Visits

College visit?

In order for your College visits to be excused, you MUST do ALL of the following:



  • 1. You must have a pre-arranged absence form completed and TURNED IN.
  • 2. You must forward the email that you receive from the college or technical school confirming that you have been scheduled for a visit to Mrs. Stadler at cstad@omro.k12.wi.us.
  • 3. You must provide proof you attended the visit, such as a photo in front of that school's sign, a note on school letterhead, a photo of your sign in, etc...
Please make sure you are following the correct procedure so that your absence is excused!

STUDENT AND FAMILY RESOURCES STUDENT AND FAMILY RESOURCES

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This page has been created to give you access to those announcements or information that does not change, but are important throughout the school year, yet allows the content of our newsletter to remain manageable.


See this LINK for information on:

  • Student Wellness Options
  • Attendance Calls and Expectations
  • How to Become A Game Worker
  • FAFSA Help
  • Student and Family Resources on District Website
  • Driver's Ed
  • Work Permits
  • Athletic Attendance Policy for Appointments and Absences
  • Athletic Passes

CRISIS INFORMATION CRISIS INFORMATION

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Crisis Help is Just 3 Numbers Away

Please call 911 IMMEDIATELY in the event of a medical emergency, fire, disaster response, reporting a crime or any life-threatening situation.

Please call 211 if you need contact information for community resources such need of food, housing/ shelter, utility assistance, healthcare services or government services, substance abuse or mental health resources, transportation, legal services, counseling, support services or disaster aftercare.

Please call 988 for help with thoughts of suicide, mental health crisis, substance use crisis, or emotional distress or you need support handling a crisis.

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988 Lifeline: 24/7-Call, Text or Chat

Anyone in Wisconsin can call or text 988 or use the chat function via www.988lifeline.org to reach out and get the help they need. 988 is ready to provide support for anyone experiencing a suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis. People can also contact 988 if they are concerned about a loved one in crisis.


For More Information:

988 Handout

988 Handout (Español)

IF YOU NEED TO REPORT A THREAT, HERE'S HOW IF YOU NEED TO REPORT A THREAT, HERE'S HOW

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Speak Up! Speak Out! Your Voice Matters!

Your voice matters — and it's confidential. When you, a friend or the community needs help, you can make it happen. Speak up and speak out by reporting your concern. The Speak Up, Speak Out Resource Center will respond quickly and confidentially to make sure we get help to you or to someone who is hurting, struggling or in danger. https://speakup.widoj.gov/

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OHS Goals OHS Goals

Reading and Math - Increase the number of students on target in reading and Math for the Spring PreACT Secure and meeting the benchmark on the Spring ACT.


How will we work on this?

  • Fox Time academic supports

  • Methodize to prep for ACT and PreACT assessments

  • Laude courses

  • In all classes, Increased use of academic vocabulary, writing opportunities, and higher order thinking and reasoning

  • Increase use of proper writing conventions

  • Increase student attendance

  • Engage our students, staff, and families

  • DEAR time available through Fox Time and during classes

  • Providing a safe and healthy environment

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