Friday Highlights

The World Language Department will be offering an opportunity for our junior and senior WL students to travel to Italy during spring break in 2027! This will be a 10 day trip visiting Venice, Florence, Orvieto, Sorrento, Capri and Rome. The cost for students will be $6,172.00. Kindly contact Mrs.DiCicco (diciccoa@opsct.org) for further information.

To view the list of athletic schedules, go to the OHS Website and select the tab for Athletics. Use the drop-down arrow and you will find schedules for each sport that is offered.

Final Forms registration for middle school and high school athletics is now open for the 2026-2027 school year. Please click here for communication.

Final Forms has created the following attached documents to help you with the process of creating an account and registering your student-athlete. If you are still having issues creating an account and completing the registration, please refer to the Final Forms Playbook and/or contact support. You may also email our high school athletic trainer, Chelsea McGee (mcgeec@opsct.org) or our athletic director, AJ Huston (hustona@opsct.org) with any questions.

Final Forms Playbook - English

Final Forms Playbook - Spanish

As a friendly reminder from Nurse Dani, please log into your student’s PowerSchool account and sign off on the use of Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen and Tums if needed while in school. When you log into PowerSchool, go to forms and check off the boxes if you would like your child to receive any of these medications when in need. These medications may only be administered if the forms are completed on PowerSchool. Verbal permission is not accepted. Lastly, please forward your student’s Medication Administration and Asthma Action Plans. Connecticut does not allow medication to be administered with an outdated form.

CT State law requires that all students in 10th grade have a physical assessment. This assessment serves to document adequate immunizations and any health issues that may impact your child while they attend school. The physical exam must be dated after January 01, 2026. The front of the HAR form must be completed and signed by a parent/guardian. The second page must have all *asterisks areas completed.

As a friendly reminder your child must be fever free (without medication) and has not vomited within 24 hours before returning to school.

A friendly reminder of our procedure for early dismissals:

1 - Early Dismissal Note: If your student needs to leave school early, please send them in with an early dismissal note. This allows us to give your student a dismissal pass, enabling them to sign out on their own. There is no need for you to come into the school.

2 - In-Person Pick-Up: If you need to pick up your student in person, please bring your driver’s license. You will need to complete the dismissal process through Securely Visitor for security purposes.

3 - Contact Information: Ensure that your contact information in Powerschool is up-to-date, including who is permitted to pick up your child.

We appreciate your cooperation in making the early dismissal process smooth and secure.

All scholarships received by the OHS Counseling Department are posted in SchooLinks. Students are encouraged to check their SchooLinks accounts often for new opportunities.

• Milton Fisher Scholarship for Creativity and Innovation. $8,000-$20,000. Deadline 5/15/2026.

• 2026 CodeHS Scholarship - $1,000. Deadline 5/20/2026

*Please follow us on instagram @OXFORDHIGHSCHOOL_COUNSELING

Mindset Matters: The Power of Affirmations

Affirmations are more than just "positive thinking." Research shows that intentionally practicing these statements helps the brain manage stress, builds resilience, and improves overall well-being. By focusing on your values, you can reduce anxiety and feel more grounded. Using daily affirmations can look as simple as telling yourself: “I got this” during a stressful situation or may mean reading positive reflection statements as part of a daily routine.

Examples of positive reflections include:

• On Growth: "I trust my gut to lead to good decisions today."

• On Resilience: "I am inspired by my own strength and intelligence."

• On Wellness: "Rest and stillness are important parts of my daily routine."

• On Mental Health: “I deserve to be happy.”

If "good days" feel out of reach for your teen, remember that help is always available. Please reach out to OHS support staff with any questions or concerns.

🎶Important Updates for Choir, Band & Drama Families! 🎭

Students 7th-12th who play a wind or percussion instrument interested in marching in the Oxford Memorial Day Parade please complete the attached Google Form!

Please take a moment to review the attached calendar for important dates and details related to choir, band, and drama activities. It includes rehearsals, performances, and other key events you'll want to have on your radar.

Your support helps our students shine—thank you for staying informed!

Join us for the upcoming Wolverine Classic Golf Tournament, a day of great golf, community spirit, and support! This exciting event benefits the Quarterback Club and helps provide essential resources for our student-athletes.

Participants will enjoy a full day on the course for a tournament fee of $165, which includes:

• greens and cart fees,

• access to the driving range and putting green

• continental breakfast

• cocktail hour

• banquet buffet

We also offer a variety of sponsorship opportunities for local businesses and supporters who want to showcase their commitment to our program while gaining great visibility.

Whether you're swinging for fun or competition, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Gather your foursome and be part of a great tradition.

This past Monday, Sarah Benczkowski and Trent Therriault were recognized as this year’s Western Connecticut’s Superintendents Association/CAPSS Awards recipients at a dinner held at The Amber Room Colonnade in Danbury. Sarah and Trent were selected for this award based on their community service and service to others, academic prowess, and leadership service to the school and community. Congratulations to Sarah & Trent!

A reminder that OHS will administer the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) assessment next Wednesday, May 20. All grade 11 students must report to the gym by 7:20 a.m. with their school-issued, fully-charged Chromebook. The NGSS assessment is untimed; however, testing is expected to end by 9:30 a.m. Once students finish testing, they will follow their “A” day schedule and report to class. Students in grades 9, 10, and 12 will attend their regularly scheduled classes that day. Please click HERE for a more detailed communication on this year’s assessment.

Next Thursday, May 21, OHS will host our annual Senior Awards Night beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the auditorium. This event is held to recognize the scholarship and achievements of the Class of 2026. Our scholarship coordinator and school counselor, Andrea McRae, has shared special invitations with the families of all students receiving recognition. We look forward to celebrating the many accomplishments of our graduating seniors!

Enjoy the weekend, Wolverines,

Heather