OHS Newsletter

ALICE Drill Review

Dear Parents/Guardians:

Student safety is a top priority at Omro High School. In order to help our students be prepared for emergency situations at school, we regularly conduct safety drills. These drills include fire, tornado, and ALICE drills. We have also been fortunate to have worked with local and county safety personnel to use common language and procedures.

We will continue to utilize ALICE (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate) as our response to active intruder situations. All of our staff have been trained in this model. We will be having a review of this drill the week of May 19, 2025. These reviews will involve discussing classroom/school scenarios of an active intruder and a discussion between teachers and students of appropriate response(s). ALICE focuses on empowering students to make informed decisions if an intruder situation arises. More information on ALICE is linked below.

I have also linked below the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) that Winnebago County is utilizing in emergency situations. Many communities and organizations in our county, and throughout the state, have adopted this as a means to have a common vocabulary and procedures in emergency situations.

SRP Parent Information

SRP Parent Information (Spanish)

More SRP Information (iloveyouguys.org)

ALICE Information

May 18: National Honor Society Induction (3:30pm)

May 19: CAPP Placement Testing

May 20: Choir Concert 6:30pm

May 21: Senior Scholarship Night 6:00 p.m.

May 26: Memorial Day, No School

May 28: Last Day for Seniors

May 30: Graduation Practice (8:30am in HS Commons)

June 1: Graduation (2pm in the Den)

June 5: Last day for students

Find the 24-25 School Calendar here.

Find the rSchool sports schedule here.

Details of some of the calendar events can be seen in the following newsletter.

Congratulations go out to the following students and staff member for being chosen as this week's Fox Friday winners: Alex M, Grace O and Madison M, and our staff member, Ms. Barkhahn! Thank you for demonstrating the characteristics of the Fox Four and for being such great role models!!

On Friday, May 9 the OHS Key Club hosted their final blood drive of the school year.

We are excited that we met our goal of 100 pints donated! This earns Omro High School a $750 scholarship for a graduating senior.

Huge thank you to the Red Cross for all their help and support!

Thank you to all community and student donors for making this possible and helping save lives!

Watch for an announcement for the date of our July blood drive.

Tuesday evening featured the Sweet Jazz "Animated Movies" performance, a lively showcase of talent from our Jazz Band and Vocal Jazz groups. Under the direction of OMS/OHS Choir Director Ms. Erica Birenbaum and Band Director Mrs. Wendy Fisher, the concert highlighted beloved animated film music. Vocal Jazz students Jaylin, Hadley, Paige, Karlee, Carissa, Jayden, and Aspen delivered spirited renditions of "Friend Like Me" from Aladdin, "Dig a Little Deeper" from The Princess and the Frog, and "I'm Still Standing" from Sing.

During intermission, guests enjoyed delicious treats prepared and served by Mrs. Cindy Morse's Advanced Culinary Arts students—Haley, Jaxson, Shayli, Bella, Nic, Maya, Jacob L, Logan P, and Ronnie. The dessert lineup included Chocolate Lasagna, Strawberry Shortcake, and the Cupcake Wars-winning S'mores cupcake.

The evening concluded with an impressive set by the Jazz Band, performing "Happy" from Despicable Me 2, "You're Welcome" from Moana—featuring Kira S on flute—and "Diggin’ the New Digs" from Incredibles 2, with standout solos by Kayannah (trumpet), Liam (saxophone), and Griffen (trumpet). Jazz Band members include Kay K, Kira S, Kaia, Liam, Erick, Macy (OMS student), Kayannah, Tyler, Scarlet, Grayson, and Griffen.

What an incredible night of jazz and culinary creativity—so proud of our talented students and thriving programs here in Omro!

The Omro High School Plant Club participated in the Tomatosphere Project by collecting data on tomato seed germination. We received two sets of seeds: one batch had spent two months aboard the International Space Station, while the other remained on Earth. After germinating both sets, we recorded the results and shared our data with project scientists. The Tomatosphere Project aims to study how space travel affects seed development. As a bonus, club members will get to plant their tomatoes at home. The Omro Foxes are proud to support real-world scientific discovery!

It’s Drive your tractor to school time!!

Students in Mrs. Morse's Culinary Arts class recently showcased their skills by operating a food truck as their capstone project. The truck, named "Stars and Stripes," was open for business on Friday, May 16 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM and proudly served 40 customers. The menu featured a combo plate with a choice of Pulled Pork or Grilled Chicken Sandwiches, paired with either Bacon Pasta Salad or Fruit Salad. To top it off, guests indulged in a sweet treat—Poppy's Chocolate Chip Cookie Sandwiches.

The Lady Foxes softball team faced off against the Markesan Hornets on Saturday during the Varsity Triangular at Riverside Park in Berlin. The Omro girls delivered a strong performance at the plate, outdueling the Hornets to secure a 9-3 victory.

Deerfield was the place to be last Friday for track and field fans, as the Omro Boys' team claimed their third consecutive win at the Deerfield Classic! Leading the charge was Mason H, who took first place in both the 110M and 300M Hurdles and was part of the winning 4x400M Relay team alongside Parker K, Lucas K, and Ralphie K.

Lucas K also earned silver medals in the 800M and 1600M, while Ralphie K grabbed bronze in the 200M. In the field events, Mason and Ralphie went one-two in the high jump, adding more points to the team's performance.

On the girls' side, congratulations go to Madeline C and Charlee for their impressive finishes in the 400M, taking second and third place, respectively!

Good luck Track and Field at the Conference meet on Monday!

Varsity Soccer ladies won their third straight match, this time against the Hustisford/Dodgeland Falcons with a score of 2-1. Keep up the momentum, Lady Foxes and finish the season strong!

Our OHS Anatomy and Physiology classes enjoyed the warm temperatures this week to make heart models outside. They also dissected deer hearts that hunters saved for us from November's hunting season. Maybe there are some future cardiac doctors in the making!

If you'd like to share any kudos or gratitude for our high school staff, please use this form to submit your positive comments and help us celebrate their great work!

Online registration for the 2025-26 school year is now open. ALL students must register each year using the Skyward Online registration system before they enter the school buildings. The first day of school is August 21, 2025.

Please read through all of the directions shared on our registration website to support the process.

2025-2026 Online Registration Directions (Smore Format)

2025-2026 Online Registration Directions

2025-2026 School Year Calendar

Instrucciones para la inscripción en línea 2025-2026 (Más formato)

Instrucciones para la inscripción en línea 2025-2026

Calendario del año escolar 2025-2026

*Fees will not be available until after the end of this school year.

Please contact your school office (phone: 920-303-2300/ email: ndobb@omro.k12.wi.us) with questions or if you would like support in registering.

English Placement Test

7:45am - 9:19am (Hours 1 - 2)

Mr. Schumacher's Room, 1806

Math Placement Test

9:23am - 10:57am (Hours 3 - 4)

Health Room, 1710

*Please make sure to charge your Chromebook on Sunday night, you will need to login as well - so bring your phone in case you need the authenticator app - and your password! We do not have access to your password!*

Mrs. Whitney's Anatomy & Physiology classes will hold a "baby shower" as part of our mock pregnancy project on Tuesday, May 20th. We will be collecting baby items to donate to a local charity. If you would like to contribute an item, please bring NEW baby supplies (clothing, diapers, bottles, pacifiers, rash cream, etc.) to Room 1805.

Mrs. Whitney's Anatomy & Physiology classes will hold a "baby shower" as part of our mock pregnancy project on Tuesday, May 20th. We will be collecting baby items to donate to a local charity. If you would like to contribute an item, please bring NEW baby supplies (clothing, diapers, bottles, pacifiers, rash cream, etc.) to Room 1805.

Rocky's is calling your name!
Take a night off of cooking on Thursday 5/22 and support Omro HS Book Club!

Join us for an electrifying 5K Glow Run!

Lace up your sneakers, light up the night, and run, walk, or dance your way through the course. Whether you're racing for a personal best or just here for the glow, this event is perfect for all ages and fitness levels. This course will include trails, grass, and asphalt so please wear appropriate footwear.

Check in: Begins at 8:00pm
Race Time: 8:45pm
Individual Cost: Youth (18 & under): $5 | Adults (19+): $10
Race Map: The Glow Run will begin near the Omro Middle School parking lot and wind back towards the elementary school and through the trail and back around.
Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place in each age category (up to age 18) listed below.

Advanced registration is appreciated! To sign up, please complete the form below and make checks payable to Future Omro. Forms may also be dropped off at Dauntless Soul Brew Co.

Glow Run Registration Form

Four person scramble (Rain or Shine) on June 7 at Westhaven Golf Club (New Location). Deadline to register is May 30!

Save the date! Omro Music Parents Association’s 14th Annual Golf outing is Saturday July 12th. Please consider forming a team and golfing to support K-12 music programs in our schools. Cost is $260 per team if paid by July 5, $280 is paid after July 7th and it covers 18 holes with cart, 2 drink tickets per person, hole events and dinner after golf! Checks should be make out to "We Believe".

On a side note, OOMPA could also use some help with the golf scramble as well, so if you are interested, please feel free to contact OOMPA!

Each year, Winnebago County selects a female ambassador to represent its rural community. We are now crowning our 57th Miss Rural Winnebago and invite young women across the county to apply!

This opportunity is open to females ages 13-17 who live or attend school in Winnebago County, WI—no agricultural background required. The role involves attending local events, promoting rural life, and volunteering for a year of service.

Miss Rural Winnebago is not a pageant but a leadership opportunity, with selection based on a formal interview on June 7th. Applications for the 2025 MRW are due by May 31st. Learn more at www.missruralwinnebago.wixsite.com/mrwwi.

Take a look at the fun things happening in the Library this month! There is a new guessing game, a summer reading challenge from the Public Library, and the winner from last month's bookmark challenge was announced!

Don't forget to check out the Library Tips & Reminders section to see when Library book and Chromebook check-in will take place.

May Library Newsletter

Please see these links for the Omro Public Library Summer newsletter and reading program!

• 2025 Summer Newsletter (library updates and events for children, teens, and adults)

• 2025 Kids Calendar (calendar format, just children's events)

REMINDER: EXTRACURRICULAR ATTENDANCE POLICY - PRACTICE & COMPETITION

Students must be in attendance for the entire school day in order to practice or compete in an event.

Parents MUST notify the office 24 hours IN ADVANCE of any appointments for that day to still be eligible. If you DO NOT have a call in at least 24 hours in advance, students will NOT be able to receive a BLUE PASS TO PRACTICE OR PARTICIPATE.

WEEK Of May 12-16:

Friday, May 16: Golf @ Whispering Springs 4:30pm

Friday, May 16: Varsity Baseball @ Green Lake/ Princeton 5:00pm

Saturday, May 17: Soccer Tournament vs Multiple Schools 10:00am

Saturday, May 17: Varsity Softball vs Sheboygan Falls 10:00am

WEEK of May 19-May 29:

Monday, May 19: JV Baseball Doubleheader @ Kiel 4:00pm

Monday, May 19: Varsity Baseball @ Berlin 4:45pm

Monday, May 19: Varsity Softball @ WLA 7:00pm

Tuesday, May 20: Varsity Softball @ Tri-County HS Plainfield 4:00pm

Tuesday, May 20: Soccer vs Lomira 4:30pm

Tuesday, May 20: Varsity Baseball @ Mayville 5:00pm

Wednesday, May 21: Golf Conference Meet @ Mascoutin TBA

Thursday, May 22: JV Baseball Doubleheader @ Mayville 4:00pm

Thursday, May 22: Soccer @ Mayville 4:30pm

Thursday, May 22: Varsity Baseball vs Mayville 5:00pm

Friday, May 23: Varsity Baseball vs Oconto 4:30pm

Tuesday May 27: Soccer @ Howards Grove 4:30pm

Tuesday, May 27: Track Regionals @ Waupun 4:00pm

Wednesday, May 28: Golf Regionals @ Mascoutin 9:00am

Thursday, May 29: Soccer @ Ripon 4:30pm

*Those in BOLD are HOME EVENTS. See all rSchool Athletic Events here.

Sports physicals are required before a student can begin practice. Sports physicals are good for two school years. Any physical that is dated before March 31, 2024, will not be valid for the 2025-2026 school year.

A reminder to parents that if you need a sports physical for your child this upcoming season, please try and have your WIAA paperwork done this month so the onsite clinicians can complete them before the summer break. The provider is typically here on Tuesdays and Fridays. There is not a provider available at school over the summer. If you would like to have the physical completed at school, plan ahead. Urgent medical needs must be cared for prior to physicals being completed. If you prefer to utilize your child's primary care provider, I encourage you to make an appointment well in advance. Lastly, as a reminder, the clinic in Walgreens has closed.

The OHS Den will be home to summer volleyball camps this July! Students in 4th-6th grade will meet for two sessions on July 25 from 8:30am to 11am and again from 12pm to 2:30pm, 6th grade through 8th grade will meet July 26 for two sessions from 8:30am to 11am and again from 12pm to 2:30pm and 9th grade through 12th grade will meet for three sessions on July 27:

8:30am-11am: Setting, Hitting, Blocking

12pm -2:30pm: Serve, Serve Receive and

3:30 - 6:00pm: Defense

Please be sure to bring a lunch, snacks and plenty of water!

If you have any questions, pleas contact Jaelyn Stadler at jaelynstadler@gmail.com or phone (920-479-0195).

Do you like to run? Would you like to run with others who feel the same way? Would you like to feel better about running and have fun, too? Then join the Omro Run Club! We will meet at the High School West parking lot entrance every Wednesday from June 11 until July 30. Scan the QR code by June 1 to register! If you have any questions, please call or email Bethany Schoonover at 920-420-3470/ bschooney@gmail.com or Jordan Sanchez at 920-420-4557/jsanchez_54@live.com.

Last week, the WIAA passed NIL for Wisconsin athletes. Please review what that means for student-athletes moving forward!

https://view.gogipper.com/page/2991659

Along with NIL, the other big change that came from the WIAA Friday was the approval of "unlimited" coaching contact. See what this means for Omro Athletes.

https://view.gogipper.com/page/2997154

Parents and Athletes: Here is the majority of our summer athletics schedule! Remember, summer activities are not required but extremely beneficial to the growth of our programs.

Please take a moment to review the attached link, as it contains important information and key dates as we approach graduation. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out!

If you would like a paper copy, please stop down in the Guidance Office.

2025 Seniors

SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP NIGHT – The local scholarships will be awarded at a Senior Scholarship Night, which will take place on Wednesday, May 21 at 6 p.m. in the Omro High School PAC. Seniors, who will be receiving a local scholarship, will be getting a letter inviting them to the event in early May.

GRADUATION PRACTICE – Graduation practice will take place on FRIDAY, MAY 30th at 8:30 a.m. in the HS Commons. Your attendance at graduation practice is REQUIRED! Seniors not attending will not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony. This is for seniors only.

GRADUATION WALK- Seniors will need to bring their cap, gown, and tassel to school on FRIDAY, MAY 30th (following Graduation Practice) for the graduation walk through OES, OMS, and OHS. This is for seniors only. Seniors must leave after. Senior parents will notify students of the senior class luncheon.

Click HERE for more information on summer employment!

Please click HERE to view Summer Camps, Career and Leadership Opportunities! There is a lot of great information and events that may interest you! If you are interested in any of the listings, please stop in the guidance office and they can get you more information. You can also find information on the boards in and across from the guidance office!

High school boot camp registration is open on the Thedacare website. The Healthcare Boot Camp is open to all Juniors, Seniors and those who just graduated and are interested in a healthcare career. It’s a free day with lunch and goodies provided.

Students will speak directly with professionals who will talk about their roles, education and have hands-on experiences designed specifically to engage the students.

Highlighted areas include:

• Clinic settings
• Emergency department
• Imaging
• Lab
• Nursing
• Perioperative services
• Pharmacy
• Rehab/Therapy
• Respiratory Therapy

Camps are held at Thedacare Hospitals at Berlin on Thursday, June 19, 2025, New London on Thursday, August 14, 2025 , and Waupaca Monday, August 4, 2025.

Registration is open now and closes May 23rd. Camps are limited to 20 participants per camp.

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:

• 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

See this LINK for information and opportunities:

• Health and Attendance Guidelines
• Counselor Contact Form
• Positive Parenting Program
• Rawhide Youth Services
• 988 Suicide Prevention and Crisis Lifeline
• Well Badger Resource Center
• Checking in With Your Teen's Mental Health
• Report a Threat
• Crisis Help