Friday Highlights

Mark your Calendar:

February 4: Parent College Information Evening 6:30pm
February 13: Early Dismissal - Professional Learning
February 16-17: February Break - No School

Next Week’s Schedule at OHS:

Monday: A Day

Tuesday: B Day

Wednesday: A Day

Thursday: B Day

Friday: A Day

📘🧑‍🎓 Yearbook is collecting important Senior information:

Seniors are encouraged to check Google Classroom for important yearbook updates.
Tomorrow is the LAST DAY to order a Parent Ad for your graduating Senior through Jostens.com.
Yearbooks are on sale and have now increased to $80. Pre-orders close on 2/20, and availability is not guaranteed after that date. Click Here to order a yearbook!

OHS Athletics:

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.

Jersey Mike’s Players of the Week: Congratulations to the following athletes for being selected as players of the week for their sport:

Noah Calvert

Cailyn Piccirillo

OHS Health Office:

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 Connecticut does not allow medication to be administered with an outdated form.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, 2025. 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.

Early Dismissal Procedure:

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.

Course Registration Process for the 2026-2027 School Year:

Students will begin selecting their courses on Wednesday, February 4th, during Advisory. The Scheduling Portal in PowerSchool will remain open through Friday, February 20th.

Parents/guardians must digitally approve their student’s course requests by Friday, February 20th. A letter with additional details will be shared with families next week.

The 2026-2027 Program of Studies Manual is now available on the OHS website for students and parents to reference.

Juniors:

Save the Date: February 4th for our Parent College Information Evening

Please join the School Counseling Department for our College Information Session at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium. We strongly encourage students to attend with their parents/guardians if possible. During this session, we will review our program’s procedures, policies, strategies, and resources to help make the college application process as smooth and successful as possible.

Junior Conferences:
Students may begin scheduling their conferences now through our calendar links during their free period. Appointments are listed as Post-Secondary Planning Conference and are scheduled for a 40 minute time slot. Parents are welcome to attend either virtually or in person. If a parent plans to attend, students should indicate this when scheduling the appointment.

Standardized Testing:

All Connecticut juniors will take the SAT during the school day on March 24, 2026. Only this test administration is FREE. No registration is required. Students who wish to take an additional Saturday SAT or an ACT exam can register directly through collegeboard.org or act.org. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s school counselor.

SchooLinks:

Parent Access Code

Seniors:

Scholarships: All scholarships received by the OHS Counseling Department will be listed in SchooLinks. Students should check their SchooLinks accounts weekly throughout the winter and early spring for new opportunities.

The Legacy Award (National). $4,000. Deadline 2/2/2026.
The Connecticut Bar Foundation Essay Contest. $1000-$2000. Deadline 2/20/2026
College Board's Big Future Scholarship (National). $500-$40,000. Deadline 2/28/2026
New Haven County Tax Collectors' Scholarship. $500. Deadline 3/13/2026
Benevolent Order of the Elks Derby Lodge #571 Scholarship. $1000. Deadline 3/13/2026.
Milton Fisher Scholarship for Creativity and Innovation. $8,000-$20,000. Deadline 5/15/2026.
SCASA Memorial Scholarship. Deadline 2/13/2026. $1,000 award.
Connecticut Community Foundation, Isabelle Curtiss Scholarship. Deadline 2/17/2026. $5000.
The Ansonia, Seymour, Oxford, Rotary Club Scholarship. Deadline 3/31/2026. Three at $1,000 each.

*Please follow us on instagram @OXFORDHIGHSCHOOL_COUNSELING

Mancinone:

Grade 9: A - C

Grade 10: A - C

Grade 11: A - C

Grade 12: A - C

Angeley (Ms Schwarz) :

Grade 9: D - L

Grade 10: D - M

Grade 11: D - M

Grade 12: D - L

McRae:

Grade 9: M - Z

Grade 10: N - Z

Grade 11: N - Z

Grade 12 M - Z

The counseling caseload by grade level (above) and links to book appointments (below).

Mancinone - https://calendar.app.google/EtkksyPUk4ZUaVKo7

Schwarz - https://calendar.app.google/CnpzgxXGqKqgfPyA7

McRae - https://calendar.app.google/3mnufwcsCXqrgoL89

Mental Wellness Month

January is Mental Wellness Month: a time dedicated to supporting emotional health through everyday habits that are simple, sustainable, and accessible. Instead of strict resolutions, the month encourages people to slow down and make space for practices that support mental and emotional balance.

For many people, January arrives after a high-stress holiday season, leaving them feeling a little off-balance. The holidays often bring disrupted routines, travel, social demands, and little time to rest. As the pace shifts, Mental Wellness Month offers a softer entry into the new year, focused on calming your nervous system, easing stress, and rebuilding steadiness. The month creates space to notice what you need and choose small habits that support your mind without becoming another task list. It helps you find the tools that work best for you — whether that’s five minutes of quiet, more sleep, reaching out to a friend, or seeking professional support.

How to observe Mental Wellness Month: Here are 8 tips to help you and your family prioritize mental wellness:

1. Start with a gentle check-in

2. Create tiny grounding rituals

3. Rebuild connection with people in your life

4. Set boundaries that protect your energy

5. Don’t forget the importance of movement and sleep

6. Be more intentional with the time you spend online

7. Choose activities that restore you

8. Honor your body (ex. Drink enough water, take stretching breaks)

For more information, visit https://www.calm.com/blog/mental-wellness-month.

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

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!

Booster Club

🐾 OHS Families!

The Booster Club is excited to support our students, teachers, arts, activities, and athletics. Thanks for being part of the Wolverine family!

🗓 Booster Club Meetings
Join us at 7:00 PM in the OHS Café:

Feb 4

🎉 Upcoming Events

Boys Basketball - Dine In/Out - Oxford Tavern - Feb 5

Baseball - Dine In/Out - Feb 12

OHS Swim Trivia Night – Join the Fun!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, Feb 21st, and join us at the Oxford Grange for an evening of trivia and fun!

When: Doors open at 6 PM
Where: Riverside Firehouse (151 Coppermine Rd, Oxford, CT 06478)
Cost: $25 per person (includes 4 exciting rounds of trivia!)
Details: Light refreshments provided, BYOB. Must be 21 or older to attend.

All proceeds will benefit the OHS Swim Team. Space is limited, so don't wait— to secure your spot!

Bring your brainpower and your friends for a night of friendly competition. We can’t wait to see you there!

Any questions please contact Amy Blackwell (amylegg423@gmail.com)

All proceeds will benefit the OHS Swim Team. Space is limited, so don't wait—

https://bit.ly/2026OHSBOYSSWIMTRIVIA

Thank you for your continued support—together we’ll make this year the best one yet!

Go Wolverines! 🐾

From the Principal’s Office:

Thank you to all OMS families and students who attended last night’s 8th Grade Parent Night. We were excited to welcome the Class of 2030 to Oxford High School and to share a comprehensive overview of our academic programs and course offerings. Families and students also had the opportunity to participate in building tours at the conclusion of the evening. A special thank you to Alicia Mancinone, Director of School Counseling, for organizing the event, as well as to our Department Chairs and Link Crew leaders whose support helped make the night such a success.

Oxford High School will host Winter Spirit Week from February 9–13. Student Council has selected the following daily themes:

Monday, 2/9: Pajamas & Stuffed Animals
Tuesday, 2/10: Funny T-Shirt Day
Wednesday, 2/11: Luau / Beach Day
Thursday, 2/12: Jersey Day
Friday, 2/13: Color Wars

Grade 9: Grey
Grade 10: Blue
Grade 11: White
Grade 12: Black

We will conclude the week with a schoolwide pep rally to recognize and celebrate our winter athletic teams.

Lastly, Oxford High School extends its sincere gratitude to the Chabad Jewish Center of Oxford for hosting Holocaust survivor Sora Vigorito. Ms. Vigorito spoke to our student body during a schoolwide assembly on Wednesday, January 28, and the impact was both immediate and enduring. Her words resonated deeply with students, prompting thoughtful reflection and reinforcing the shared responsibility we have to listen to lived experience with compassion and awareness.

Enjoy the weekend, Wolverines,

Heather

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Friday Highlights

January 30, 2026

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Early Dismissal Procedure:

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Booster Club

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