Oshkosh North Newsletter

• April 30-May 2- Spring Play
• May 8- No School - Staff PD day
• May 13- Music Department Awards
• May 20- Senior Awards / Scholarship Night
• May 25- No School Memorial Day
• May 28- Yearbook Distribution / Last Day for Seniors (revised bell schedule)
• May 29- Graduation Practice @ Oshkosh Arena
• May 30- Graduation 4:00 @ Oshkosh Arena
• June 2-June 4- Semester Finals (Finals Schedule)
• June 4- Last Day of School for Students
• June 5- Last Day for Staff / Final Grades Due
• June 8- Summer School Starts (held at Oshkosh West this year)

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**

🎭 She Kills Monsters
An Adventure-Drama-Comedy

Join us for She Kills Monsters, a thrilling and heartfelt story that blends action, humor, and emotion. Packed with Dungeons & Dragons fantasy and real-world meaning, this play follows high school cheerleader Agnes as she embarks on an epic journey through her late sister Tilly’s original D&D campaign. Along the way, Agnes discovers courage, connection, and the true power of family love.

🗓 Showtimes
• April 30 at 7:00 PM
• May 1 at 7:00 PM
• May 2 at 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM

🎟 Tickets
• FREE for OASD staff & students with ID
• $12 General Admission
• $5 for Seniors (65+) & Children (12 and under)

It is that time of year! Starting this Friday, be sure to check out the Oshkosh North Plant Sale! The horticulture classes have worked very hard to provide quality plants at a reasonable price, making this a great opportunity to stock up for the season.

Please note that there is no parking behind North High School; however, you may pull up briefly to load your plants. Be sure to follow the directions provided on the sale flier.

New this year: porch pots! Choose from premade arrangements or have one made to order to suit your space and style.

We look forward to seeing you in the greenhouse!

Class of 2026 as we approach graduation, we are committed to ensuring our commencement ceremony is a meaningful and inclusive celebration of every student's hard work and dedication.

Based on recent feedback and a review of our commencement traditions, we are pleased to announce an update to our ceremony protocols. Moving forward, the district will announce the names of all students who have achieved graduation status, regardless of their ability to attend the ceremony in person, if they wish to have their name announced.

If your student is unable to attend the commencement ceremony but would still like their name to be read aloud during the ceremony, we ask that you officially notify us through this Form. This form only needs to be completed if your child cannot attend the ceremony, but would like their name announced as a graduate of the Class of 2026.

The deadline for completion of this form is May 15th. Please reach out to your child's administrator for any additional questions or concerns.

As we enter the final weeks of the school year, we want to ensure that our seniors’ high school experience ends on a positive and safe note for everyone. To that end, we are reaching out to address a recurring safety concern: the student-organized game known as "Senior Assassin."

What is "Senior Assassin"?

This is a game organized by students - not by our schools or the district - where seniors use water guns or Nerf guns to "tag" or "eliminate" each other until one person is left. The game typically involves students sharing their real-time locations on social media to track their peers.

Why We Are Sharing This

While many students view this as a way to have fun outside of school, it is important to understand that it can be easily misinterpreted by the public. Our goal is to prevent dangerous misunderstandings, trespassing, or reckless driving that could lead to tragic accidents, police intervention, or legal trouble.

School Policy Reminders

To maintain a safe learning environment, we must be very clear:

• School Expectations: This game is NOT allowed on school grounds, at bus stops, and during school-sponsored events (such as athletics, performances, and prom).

• Prohibited Items: Toy guns, water guns, or look-alike weapons of any kind are never allowed on school property. Students who bring these items to school or engage in the game on campus will face immediate disciplinary action.

Guidance for Students Who Choose to Play Outside of School

While our school cannot control activities that happen off-campus and after hours, we care about student safety at all times. If your student chooses to participate independently, please discuss these safety requirements:

• Keep it away from school: Remind them it is never allowed at school or school events.

• Visual Safety: Never use any item that resembles an actual weapon.

• Respect Private Property: Never go onto someone’s property without permission. Trespassing is a serious legal matter and can lead to dangerous confrontations with homeowners.

• Community Respect: Be respectful of community members who may not know about the game.

• Compliance: Stop playing immediately if asked by an adult or a police officer.

We ask parents and guardians to help us reinforce these boundaries so that the Class of 2026 can finish the year safely, positively, and successfully.

Thank you for your partnership in keeping our students and our community safe.

The Parent Advisory Board is raising funds to help celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4-8) by providing treats for the teacher lounge.

If you would like to contribute, please visit the school store or use the QR code to make a donation.

Thank you for supporting our teachers!

You are invited to learn more about an exciting student travel opportunity to Puerto Rico with WorldStrides! This trip is open to all high school students and features a unique blend of science, agriculture, and history.

🌴 Trip Highlights Include:

• Historic tour of San Juan (capital city)
• Visit to a sustainable agriculture farm
• Hike and exploration of El Yunque Caribbean tropical forest
• Cueva Ventana (“Window Cave”) visit
• Historic tour of Ponce
• Puerto Rican cooking class
• La Parguera snorkeling trip
• Bioluminescent bay kayaking and swimming adventure
• Visit to an original Taíno ceremonial and heritage site

📅 Family / Trip Information Meeting:
Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Oshkosh North High School
📍 Science Classroom #125 (next to Jesse Hooper Auditorium)
🚪 Please enter through Door #7

At this meeting, we will review the itinerary, discuss costs, go over safety protocols, and answer any questions.

We hope you can attend—thank you for your interest and support!

Join us for the 10th Annual Communities Spaghetti Dinner!

📅 Date: Monday, May 18
⏰ Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Location: ONHS Cafeteria

Enjoy a delicious meal while supporting a meaningful cause. Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit INARA, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing life-changing medical care, mental health services, and essential support to children affected by war, disasters, and other crises.

🎟️ Tickets:
Available through any Communities student or staff member
📧 Or email: communitiesonhs@gmail.com

Come hungry and help make a difference—we hope to see you there!

AP Exams will take place from Monday, May 4th through Thursday, May 14th. Because our exams are administered at off-site locations, we want to ensure every student is set up for success!

Quick Facts for AP Student and Families:

• Locations: Testing will be held at the Oshkosh Marriott, CESA 6, or the OASD Central Office. Please check the full calendar in the letter linked below for your specific site.

• Transportation: Families must provide their own transportation to and from exam sites.

• Attendance: Students are excused from school for the entire day of their scheduled exam.

• Electronics Policy: Only district-issued Chromebooks are allowed. Cell phones, smartwatches, and other personal electronics are strictly prohibited in the testing room.

Action Item: Please review the full AP Testing Letter for the complete schedule, parking maps, and a checklist of what to bring on exam day.

Questions? Contact ONHS AP Coordinator Bobbi Cummings at bobbi.cummings@oshkosh.k12.wi.us

Students can be nominated by other students or staff for demonstrating PRIDEful behavior—actions that embody our school values. This recognition is for those who consistently show Personal Responsibility, Respect, Integrity, Determination, and Excellence in their schoolwork and interactions. Nominations celebrate peers and role models who make our community better through their positive choices. Please see the recent list of classmates who exemplify these traits!

Congratulations to the following students for being nominated in April!

👉🔗 North Booster Club Golf Outing Information

Team Parent Reps Needed

Team Parent Rep Responsibilities include facilitating concession volunteer requirements, attending monthly meetings and communicating information to teams.
How to apply: message boosterclubonhs@gmail.com

Open Parent Rep Positions:

-Dance

-Boys Swim

-Girls Swim

-Boys Tennis

-Softball

-Boys Soccer

-Girls Tennis

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

Seniors, you will have a class meeting on May 4th during homeroom. Important end-of-year information will be shared, including the following key dates:

📅 Important Dates:

• May 7 – Senior Speaker Auditions
• May 22 – Senior Grades Due & Chromebook Turn-in
• May 26 – Cap & Gown Pickup (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
• May 27 – Cap & Gown Pickup (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
• May 29 – Graduation Rehearsal (9:00 – 11:00 AM)
• May 30 – Graduation
• Line-up: 3:30 PM
• Ceremony: 4:00 PM

🎓 Cap & Gown Reminder:
If you have not yet ordered your cap and gown, please visit the Jostens website and place your order as soon as possible.

Please be sure to attend the meeting and mark these dates on your calendar!

Senior Parade Information

👉🔗Sign up for your former Elementary Senior Parade

👉🔗 ADA Reserved Seating for Graduation

If you missed the deadline for requesting ADA tickets please contact the school office. 920-424-7000.

👉🔗 2026 Scholarship Opportunities

The Oshkosh Area School District (OASD) is participating in Direct Admit Wisconsin, a state program that offers automatic admission to 10 Wisconsin public universities for qualified high school students.

Please click the link for information.

‼️If you want to OPT OUT the program ACTION IS REQUIRED ‼️

It’s time to look ahead to another wonderful year of learning and growth! Online Registration (OLR) / Annual Student Update for the 2026-2027 school year opens April 1 for all returning Oshkosh Area School District K-12 students and new 4K students.

To secure your child’s spot and ensure they are ready for the fall, please log in to your Infinite Campus Parent Portal beginning April 1 to register and verify your information.

What You Need to Know:

• Streamlined Forms: We’ve made it easier! Universal field trip permissions, athletic forms, dental care, and digital GO Transit access are now built directly into the online process.

• Busing & Transportation: If your child is eligible and requires busing, you must complete the transportation questions within OLR by August 16 to guarantee service for the first day of school.

• New 4K Students: Enrollment for our free 4K program also opens April 1! Current families can simply add a new 4K student while completing their annual update in the Parent Portal.

• In-Person Support: If you need language assistance or computer access, join us for Centralized Registration Day on August 5 at Vel Phillips Middle School.

How to Register: Log in via the Infinite Campus website or the "Campus Parent" mobile app (available on the App Store and Google Play). Click “More” on the bottom left, then select “Online Registration.”

👉Read our 2026-2027 Online Registration Guide for the full update and instructions!

Are you a parent or guardian of a young child? Help shape the future of early learning and four-year-old kindergarten (4K) programming in Oshkosh! A series of community conversations are being held to hear your feedback on how to best meet the needs of our youngest learners and families.

[Click here to view the event flyer]

These sessions are open to family members, friends, and champions of children who are enrolled in, have completed, or will soon be enrolled in early learning programs (preschool or 4K). You do not need to have children currently enrolled in the OASD to participate; community members and representatives from local organizations are also welcome.

RSVP: Please complete this RSVP form so organizers know when to expect you and if you need any support to participate.

Why attend?

• Share your needs and ideas for early learning

• Food and Gift Cards will be provided to all participants

• Childcare, transportation, and translation are available upon request

Dates and Locations:

• May 4: 5:30 – 7:00 PM @ Copper Hall

• May 17: 1:30 – 3:00 PM @ Oshkosh Public Library

• May 18: 5:30 – 7:00 PM @ Menominee Elementary

• May 20: 5:30 – 7:00 PM @ Carl Traeger Elementary

Questions or Support? If you need childcare or transportation to attend, please email admin@sepoishope.org.

This outreach is being facilitated by SEPO, in collaboration with the Oshkosh Area School District, and funded through a grant from the Basic Needs Giving Partnership.