Daily Announcements
Holiday Trivia ...Answers will be revealed tomorrow!
Give these a try!! Answers can be found at the bottom of today's announcements!
Which animal’s fur turns white in winter?
In the Southern Hemisphere, when does winter take place?
What is the name of the main villain in A Nightmare Before Christmas?
What is the lowest temperature ever recorded in the United States?
Here are the answers for yesterday's Trivia Questions!
In one oddball tradition, an ornament shaped like what food item is hidden on the Christmas tree?
A PICKLE
In the early 1800s, the first gingerbread houses were reportedly inspired by what famous fairy tale?
HANSEL AND GRETEL
How many reindeer are featured in the poem “T'was the Night Before Christmas?”
8...(There was no Rudolph)
The celebrated “Christmas Truce” temporarily halted fighting during what war?
World War 1
Thank You Students
We would like to pass along a heartfelt "thank you" from Blaize Turzinski' s parents, Mrs.Trisha Benbo and Mr. Josh Turzinski for your kind thoughts, prayers and notes, cards and letters of support as well as the many donations toward Blaize's Memorial Scholarship fund. Your kindness has been so appreciated during this very difficult time. So again, thank you all.
FAFSA Application Time!
Attention Seniors: It's almost time to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to help pay for your college or tech school next year!
To help you prepare, we are offering a FAFSA Information Session, on Friday, January 5th during Fox Time.
Mike Gawel, a Financial Aid Facilitator
(FVTC), will break down the financial aid process, share tips on how to complete a FAFSA application, and walk you through how to apply for a FSA ID, the first step in completing the FAFSA Application.
Sign Up NOW for the FAFSA Information Session for Friday, January 5th during Fox Time
TODAY!!! Mistletoe Mystery Book Exchange
The Omro High School Book Club will be giving away new and gently used books to High School students during lunch on Thursday, December 21st. Stop by the table near the Cafeteria at lunch to take a book home for the holidays.
What's the catch? NOTHING! Except you won't know the title and author. You will pick out a book based on a few words written on the wrapping paper. It's like Blind Date with a Book, but for the Holidays! If you are intrigued, take a book. It's yours to keep!
🎁🎅⛄Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the High School Book Club!
Reminders About Gym During Lunch
Just a few reminders about being in the gym during lunch:
- Behavior expectations remain the same IN the gym as they are outside the gym.
- Inappropriate language and behaviors are not allowed and will result in you being removed for the next day. This includes tackling, rough play, throwing balls at each other, kicking volleyballs/ soccer balls back and forth across the gym and using profanity.
- You may not bring food into the gym, so if you are still eating your lunch, you need to do so in the cafeteria, not in the gym.
- If you are doing nothing more than just standing around in the gym, then you do not need to be in there.
- 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. Take the ball, walk it over and put it away.
- Nothing should be left in the gym, including water bottles, chips, trash...
- Always be safe.
- Remember, it is not required 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.
ATHLETES PLEASE READ! Appointments and Sports
Student athletes, the policy for attendance and sports is in your student handbook that you signed at the beginning of the year, when you begin participation in a sport and it has also been in your daily announcements for weeks, however, just to reiterate the policy... STUDENTS MUST BE IN ATTENDANCE FOR THE FULL SCHOOL DAY IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN YOUR PRACTICES AND/ OR CONTEST (game, match, meet, etc).
If you have an appointment, YOU MUST HAVE A PARENT OR GUARDIAN LET US KNOW (VIA CALL OR EMAIL) AT LEAST 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE of that appointment, and you must bring back a doctor's note to excuse you in order to receive a blue slip to participate in your sport or activity.
The policy is posted below in the Attendance section of your Daily Announcements. Please read thoroughly and if you have any questions, PLEASE ask in the office before your appointment to ensure that you are in full compliance of the extra curricular activity policy. PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION WITH YOUR PARENTS AGAIN SO THEY KNOW TO CALL YOU IN 24 HOURS AHEAD!
Attention Seniors!
When you get a chance, stop in the office and double check the spelling of your first, middle and last names to make sure they are spelled correctly for your diploma!! All you need to do is check the spelling or add your middle name if it is not listed. If the spelling of your full name is correct, please initial by your name. If there is an error, please PRINT the correct spelling in the space below your name! Thanks so much!
The High School Forensics season will soon be starting! Thinking about joining the OHS Forensics team? It's a great way to build confidence, friendships, and memories! It will also be a great addition to scholarship forms and resumes! Please contact Mrs. Clinch (OMS Room 2104 or sclin@omro.k12.wi.us) for more information.
Do You Play Chess?
Your school is cordially invited to participate in the 2024 Wisconsin State Scholastic Chess Championship, held March 23-24 at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh.
With team and individual events, there is a section for everyone!
If your school has a chess team or club, please forward this email to the coach or sponsor. Please also send it to the parents and students who may have an interest in chess.
- K-12 Team Section: this section is played in a unique format where matches take place on teams of four players per school.
Info/Register: 2024 WI State Scholastic Championship (K-12 Team section) (kingregistration.com)
- K-12/K-8/K-5 Sections: in these sections players compete as individuals with their points added for a team score. Students without a team are welcome. Beginners are welcome.
Info/Register: 2024 WI State Scholastic Championship (K-12, K-8, K-5 individual sections) (kingregistration.com)
Playing Site: University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. The tournament is held during one of the Spring Break weekends for UWO. This gives us access to the playing areas with no university students around, with the exception of those staffing the cafeteria, etc.
More Information: If you have questions or want more information, please email tournament co-organizer Chris Wainscott at chris.wainscott13@outlook.com. Also, please respond to let us know if this email should be directed to someone else at the school.
Time to order your 2023-2024 high school yearbooks!
It's time to order your 2023-2024 yearbook! Please check out this link for more information!
Omro Foxes, Come on Out for a Night with the Herd! Thursday, January 18 at 6:00 pm!
Time is running out to be a part of the fun!
Join the Omro Foxes community on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at "Omro Foxes Night at The Herd."
Details are listed on the attached flyer.
Order tickets online at fevogm.com/Omrofoxes.
Just a reminder...
Work Permits Are Available ONLINE ONLY
The application is now live. A parent can access the site using these instructions. Payment is made directly to the department through the application, using a credit or debit card or by ACH direct withdrawal. Once the permit application process is complete, the Department mails a paper copy of the permit directly to the employer.
In addition, we have reorganized our employment of minors web pages. The information you need is linked at the bottom of this page, including a guide to hazardous and prohibited work, the hours and times of day restrictions for minors, and links to the appropriate statutes and codes.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us by email at workpermits@dwd.wisconsin.gov.
HS/MS Library Newsletter
Here is your library newsletter for December!! Click here to read all about it!!
Marian University Summer Nurse Camp
For 10th and 11th graders interested in a career in nursing or the health sciences
June 10 - 13, 2024 - Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Marian University (Fond du Lac)
Cost: $50
See Ms Williams for more details
Wisconsin Labor History Society's Essay Contest
All Wisconsin high school students (grades 9-12) are eligible to participate in a High School Essay Contest conducted annually by the Wisconsin Labor History Society. The high school students are asked to write an essay of approximately 750 words on the following theme: “Unions are good for my family, my community, and my nation because . . .” and up to eight cash prizes are awarded for the best. The prizes will include one $500 first-place prize, one $300 second-place prize, one $200 third-place prize, and up to five $100 prizes for honorable mention.
WHAT TO WRITE ABOUT . . .
All Wisconsin high school students have ready access to labor history. Check with parents, grandparents, uncles and aunts. Also, neighbors and family friends. Ask to interview them and then write your essay. Only 750 words. Also you may do independent research on topics of labor history. Check the Wisconsin Labor History website (www.wisconsinlaborhistory.org) for resources and other ideas.
CONTEST RULES . . .
Essays should be approximately 750 words in length. They will be judged on understanding, evidence of original research, writing style and significance. Essays must be submitted by email in Microsoft Word or as PDF file. Submissions must include a cover sheet with the following information: Your name, address, home telephone number, your email address, your grade in school, name and address of your school, and, if you were encouraged or assisted by a teacher, the teacher’s name. (Also, list your family’s union membership, if applicable.) If you have any questions, contact: Harvey J. Kaye at kayeh@uwgb.edu.
Deadline for submissions is Feb. 15, 2024.
Send your essays to the following email address: info@wisconsinlaborhistory.org. Put “essay contest” in subject line.
EXTRACURRICULAR ATTENDANCE POLICY - PRACTICE & COMPETITION
***Students must be in attendance for the entire school day in order to practice or compete in an event. ***
Special circumstances may merit exception with prior approval from the Principal/Dean of Students, or designee. To see if the absence can be approved:
- Step 1 - Parent/Guardian notification to office (Mrs. Dubinski, Mrs. Stadler or Mrs. Dobberstein) at least 24 hours prior to absence
- Step 2 - If absence is approved, Student picks up signed Excused Slip from office
- Step 3 - Student gives signed Excused Slip to coach/advisor to participate the day of the absence
If an absence is deemed unexcused it will result in ineligibility for participation in extracurricular activities until the next full day of attendance.
Upcoming Home Games
TONIGHT!
Friday, December 22~ Boys Varsity Basketball vs Amherst @ 7:15pm THEME: Christmas PJ's
Tuesday, January 2~ Girls Varsity Basketball vs Berlin @ 7:15pm THEME: Gone Fishin'
Thursday, January 4~ Girls Varsity Basketball vs Mayville @ 7:15pm THEME: VSCO Girl
Friday, January 5~ Boys Varsity Basketball vs St. Mary's Springs Academy @ 7:15pm THEME: BLACK OUT SECRET SERVICE
Tuesday, January 9~Boys Varsity Basketball vs Lourdes Academy @ 7:15pm THEME: JAILBREAK
Thursday, January 11~ Varsity Wrestling vs NFDL/ St. Mary's Springs
Tuesday, January 16~Girls Varsity Basketball vs WLA @7:15pm THEME: Jersey Night
Thursday, January 18~ Varsity Wrestling vs WLA @ 7:00
Saturday, January 20~ Varsity Wrestling Invitational vs Multiple Schools @ 10:00am
Tuesday, January 23~ Boys Varsity Basketball vs Laconia @ 7:15pm THEME: AUTOGRAPH NIGHT---WEAR A WHITE SHIRT AND BRING A COLORED MARKER
Thursday, January 25~ Boys Varsity Basketball vs Ripon @ 7:15pm THEME: COUNTRY VS COUNTRY CLUB
Friday, January 26~ Girls Varsity Basketball vs Campbellsport @ 7:15pm THEME: Generation by Grade: 12-Senior Citizens, 11-Adults, 10-Middle Schoolers, 9- Babies
Tuesday, January 30~ AWAY-GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL VS WINNECONNE@ 7:00pm THEME: USA
Who would YOU like to nominate for Fox Friday? Fill out a form 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!!!
Care Solace- Every person deserves access to mental health care.
The School District of Omro continues to be committed to the well-being of our students, staff, and families to create a safe and healthy learning environment.
The care team is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and 365 per year to quickly connect you to carefully verified providers in our community. Students, families, and staff members may access Care Solace services in the following ways:
● Contact your school counselor, to ask for assistance for a referral
● Call (888) 515-0595 at any time. A dedicated Care Companion will help you every step of the way to research options, secure appointments, and follow up to make sure it is a good fit.
● For an anonymous search, answer a few questions to get matched with an extensive list of care providers at https://www.caresolace.com/site/omro
Care Solace is now available at no cost to our students and families. They will connect you with providers accepting all medical insurances including Medicaid, Medicare, and sliding scale options for those without insurance. All information entered through the Care Solace tool is completely confidential and securely stored.
Please note: This service is an optional resource available by choice and is not mandatory to use. Care Solace is not an emergency response service or mental health services provider. In the event of a life-threatening emergency:
Dial 911 or the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or
Dial 988 - for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
If you are interested Care Solace connecting you to counseling-related services for your child, yourself, or another family member, please contact Care Solace directly, or reach out to your school's counselor:
● HB Patch/OES : Tracy Rees, trees@omro.k12.wi.us , 920-685-3100 ext.2683
● Omro Middle School : Carrie Sabel, csabe@omro.k12.wi.us , 920-303-2301 ext.2207
● Omro High School : Rachel Williams, rwill@omro.12.wi.us , 920-303-2319
988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE
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.
1000 Year Musical Composition That Will Play From the Years 2000-2999
Longplayer is a one thousand year long musical composition by British composer and musician Jem Finer. It began playing at midnight on the 31st of December 1999, and will continue to play without repetition until the last moment of 2999, at which point it will complete its cycle and begin again. It is still playing at Trinity Buoy Wharf in East London. If you would like to hear a small part of this composition, you can see it here.