Oshkosh West Newsletter

See our Music Dept. Schedule HERE!

• August 25 - Chromebook Pickup & School Pictures - See OWHS Save the Date Info. further below for details
• Freshmen - 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
• Sophomores - 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
• August 26 - Chromebook Pickup, School Pictures, and Wildcat Welcome - See OWHS Save the Date Info. further below for details
• Juniors - 7:30 am - 11:00 am
• Seniors - 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm
• Wildcat Welcome (All welcome) - 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
• Freshmen Orientation - 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
• September 1 - First Day of School for HS Students!
• September 2 - 45 Min Bell Schedule
• September 7 - No School , Labor Day
• September 9 - Photo Makeup Day
• September 25 - No School for Students, Professional Development Day
• September 28 - October 2 - Homecoming Week - 45 Min Bell Schedule all week
• October 3 - Homecoming Dance 8:00 - 11:00 pm @ OWHS

Dear Wildcat families,

As we welcome back our Wildcats, we are excited to partner with you for a great school year! Here are a few key ways to stay connected and support your student’s growth:

• Track Academic Progress with Canvas: Easily monitor grades, due dates, and teacher feedback using the Canvas Parent app, or log in on a computer for a full view. Click here to set up your account with a pairing code, and here for a quick guide on navigating features and setting grade alerts.

• Encourage Student Involvement: Getting involved in clubs, sports, and school activities is one of the best ways for students to build connections, discover new interests, and make the most of their school experience. We ask for your help in encouraging your child to jump in and participate this year!

• Prioritize Attendance: Consistent attendance is key to academic success and staying connected with classroom learning. Help your student start strong by ensuring they arrive on time each day ready to learn!

• Encourage Self-Advocacy: To help our Wildcats build confidence and independence for life after high school, we ask parents to allow students to take the first step in reaching out to teachers or staff when questions arise. If an issue remains unresolved after their effort—or if it involves safety or well-being—we warmly welcome parent involvement so we can problem-solve together.

• Set High Expectations: When parents and schools hold high expectations for effort, behavior, and academic growth, students rise to the challenge. We intend to raise our expectations this year to promote more academic engagement and reinforce the importance of due dates and being prepared.

Our mantra to the students at West is “You Belong”. We believe that every student brings value to our building and has a place here.The more we can partner with you to support them, the more success they find and the more they feel that sense of belonging. We look forward to another school year getting to know all of our Wildcats and pushing them to achieve the excellence we know they are capable of. Thank you for partnering with us to inspire our Wildcats to reach their full potential!

~Principal Montour

Student schedules for the 26-27 school year will be available in Infinite Campus on Monday, August 24th. An email with more information will be sent to students and families once they are made viewable in the system.

OWHS Athletics is partnering with Partnership Community Health Center (PCHC) to help student athletes complete the required sports physical needed to participate in school athletics.

• When: August 18th
• Location: Nurse's Office at Oshkosh West (enter door 38, on Eagle St.)
• Time: 8:00 am - 4:30pm
• Why: To receive your free sports physical
• Please complete this form and email to Jeanine.hoffmann@thedacare.org to ensure you spot!.
  

Or complete electronic form by clicking here

*Forms submitted post Aug. 10 will still be accepted.

Parking permits are now available for purchase in the school store located in Infinite Campus (IC). Cost is $20.00 per parking permit and are first come first serve!

NOTE: If you do not see anything in this store for purchase, this means we are sold out.

• Once purchased through the school store, student must pick up their parking pass tag at the School Bank.

  • Student must have the vehicle's year, make, model, and license plate number when picking up a pass.

  • If picking up pass before the first day of school (Sept. 1), please contact Lisa Reitz at the school bank to schedule a pickup time, 920.424.4090 ext. 3037 or via email, lisa.reitz@oshkosh.k12.wi.us.

• Parking permit tags must be displayed in the vehicle at all times.

  • This includes using an alternate vehicle on any given day.

  • If student changes vehicles throughout the school year, please visit the door monitor at door 24 to update the year, make, model, and license plate number on file.

• Students are expected to park in unmarked parking stalls. Marked parking stalls for Staff, Handicap, Drivers Ed etc., are strictly prohibited and are subject to ticketing.

• Parking tickets are $15.00 per occurrence. Parking tickets are assessed to students' fees in Infinite Campus (IC).

• School Store Instructions

26/27 school year Chromebook distribution and school pictures will take place August 25 and 26. See details below.

Network Photography Photo Order Info.

Wildcat Welcome (our open house and back-to-school celebration) is scheduled for August 26th from 4:30-7:00 pm, followed by a new student orientation for freshmen and other new students to West from 6:30-7:00 in the auditorium.

Wildcat Welcome is for ALL students, so we encourage everyone to come walk their schedules, meet their teachers, check out the activity fair, and engage in a scavenger hunt for prizes.

4:30 pm to 6:30 pm

• Explore the building

• Check out clubs, sports and activities (O and F Rooms)

• Meet your teachers

• Stop at the Brewing Futures Food Truck for a snack and drink

• Participate in the scavenger hunt and win a small prize for completion

6:30 PM to 7:00 PM

• Meeting in the Auditorium

• Review the daily routine and expectations of a Wildcat & who is available to help

At OWHS, we do not have a set school supply list. The courses students can take are so varied. Due to this, we do not provide a set list of supplies needed. Students are free to organize themselves however they feel works best for them.

At a minimum, we recommend the following:

● Notebooks

● Folders

● Writing Utensils

● Chromebook will be provided to all students

● Students are allowed to carry a backpack from class to class

If there are any specific items needed for a class, teachers will let the students know the first week of school.

If you have yet to register your student(s) for the upcoming school year please ensure you do this prior to Sept. 1. If your student will require bussing this year, you must complete your registration by Aug. 16 to ensure bussing the first day of school.

In our enrollment this year, you will have the option to select if your student will be eligible for field trips, participate in athletic sports, and have their photo in the yearbook. If you do not complete registration by Sept. 1, your student will not be eligible for field trips, sports, or the yearbook.

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!

Support our student-athletes and save time at the gate with a 2026–2027 Season Pass!

Passes are 100% digital and stored directly on your phone—so you'll never have to worry about misplacing paper passes or digging through your bag at entry. Purchasing a season pass offers the best value compared to single-game tickets and gives you fast, hassle-free entry to all our regular-season home events. Purchase here.

While many of our individual athletic teams host their own sport-specific stores throughout the year, we’ve got you covered if you’re looking for general Wildcat spirit wear and apparel to gear up for the season!

Shop general Wildcat gear here: Order here

It is never to soon to start thinking about purchasing a yearbook and/or Senior photo submission.

• The sooner you purchase, the less you will pay! If you do not buy a yearbook before the end of 2026, we cannot guarantee there will be extras.

• Purchase now through Sept. 6: $60.99

• Purchase Sep-Dec: $65.99
• Purchased in 2027 (while they last): $70.99

Yearbook, Senior Photo, and Advertising One Stop Shop

• Transcript Information
• 26/27 Scholarship Opportunities
• Applying for Scholarships and/or College
• Direct Admin WI Info.

Instagram *New*
The Index - School Newspaper - Check out our latest issue!

Athletic Schedule

Stay in the know of our Clubs and Activities throughout the month/school year!

Click on the link below to view our current school years calendar for activities during and outside of school hours.

Club Description Link

Social Media Link

We invite you to join us, along with our architecture partner (Bray Architects) and a representative from the City of Oshkosh Planning Services, to review the detailed plans for the new middle school and answer any questions you may have.

• Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2026

• Time: 5:30 PM

• Location: Oshkosh West High School - Alberta Kimball Auditorium (375 N Eagle St)

As part of our middle school consolidation plan, this project aims to enhance student learning environments and improve operational efficiencies by reducing the number of westside middle schools from three to two. Following our recent small group discussion with directly impacted neighbors, we are now hosting a broader community meeting to share updated design plans, talk about the project, and answer questions.

*View info. as PDF

OASD Website

2026-2027 Student Calendar

Community Events - View community events shared by the Oshkosh Area School District

District Activity Calendar - View various activities going on within your school and district

Field Trip/School Store Instructions

How to Connect With Your Student Using the Canvas Parent Web Portal

Infinite Campus - Student and Parent Access

OASD Food Menu Nutrislice

SUSO Speak Up, Speak Out - Report a Safety Concern

Work Permit Info and Application

Electronic Policy

26/27 Bell Schedules

Field Trip Scholarship Fund - Apply for funds to help pay for upcoming school field trips, covering a portion or the entirety of the cost.

Wildcat Apparel Store - Purchase your Wildcat gear from the brands you love!

Telehealth Meeting Space Request Form - Request a space for your student to attend a virtual appointment at school!

Administrators & Grade Levels

• Principal - Becky Montour - rebecca.montour@oshkosh.k12.wi.us, (920) 424-4090 x3015
• Assistant Principal - Grades 9 & 11: Heidi Wheaton, heidi.wheaton@oshkosh.k12.wi.us, (920) 424-4090 x3013
• Assistant Principal - Grades 10 & 12: Justin Hable, justin.hable@oshkosh.k12.wi.us, (920) 424-4090 x3011
• Dean of Students - Grades 9 & 11: Marina Kodet, marina.kodet@oshkosh.k12.wi.us, (920) 424-4090 x3016
• Dean of Students - Grades 10 & 12: Nikki Bouzek, nicole.bouzek@oshkosh.k12.wi.us, (920) 424-4090 x 3007
• Activities Director - Kel Van Sistine, kelly.vansistine@oshkosh.k12.wi.us (920) 424-4090 x3014
• School Resource Officer (SRO): Tanner Rasmussen, tanner.rasmussen@oshkosh.k12.wi.us, (920) 424-4090 x3027

Pupil Services Staff & Grade Levels

• Class of 2027 (Seniors): Andrea Holdorf, andrea.holdorf@oshkosh.k12.wi.us, (920) 424-4090 x3010
• Class of 2028 (Juniors): Lynn Swoverland, lynn.swoverland@oshkosh.k12.wi.us, (920) 424- 4090 x3005
• Class of 2029 (Sophomores): Maci Wallace, maci.wallace@oshkosh.k12.wi.us, (920) 424-4090 x3009
• Class of 2030 (Freshmen): Sue Xiong, sue.xiong@oshkosh.k12.wi.us, (920) 424-4090 x3006
• ​​Social Worker: Courtney Wagner, courtney.wagner@oshkosh.k12.wi.us, (920) 424-4090 x3008
• Psychologist: Katie Schmitz, katie.schmitz@oshkosh.k12.wi.us, (920) 424-4090 x3083

For more information, visit the Counseling page.

Chromebook/Technology Assistance

• Teri Rucinsky - Library Media Specialist | teri.rucinsky@oshkosh.k12.wi.us | (920)424.2047

Appointments/leaving building options:

• Infinite Campus (IC) Parent Portal - You can submit preplanned absence request online!
  • In IC go under More > Absence Request.
    • Please make sure to fill out all the fields with your information so we can accurately mark your student's attendance.
    • Please allow us a minimum of 1 hour notice if your student needs to leave the building early so we have time to locate your student.
• Send note with student - should be brought to Student Services before appointment to get a pass.
• Call in advance - If leaving voicemail, please let us know student’s name, reason for leaving and from which door you will pick student up. Call (920) 424-4090 x4 or (920) 424-4070.
• Email - you are welcome to email us for excused absences. Please email kelsey.gates@oshkosh.k12.wi.us and beth.held@oshkosh.k12.wi.us.

Note - we are often busy on phones or helping students, so if it’s a last minute request, a call is probably the best option. We check voicemails often.

Student Services will write a pass for the student to leave and will have it delivered to the student during one of the classes before the time they are to leave. Students can leave out of Door 38 (Eagle St. in front by flagpole) or Door 24 (gym doors) ONLY, please let us know which door to mark on the pass. The student must sign out on the kiosk at the specified door and can leave the building.

If your student is returning from an appointment, or arriving late, they MUST sign in at either door on the kiosk so we can update attendance. They can return through either Door 24 and Door 38.

* If there is an appointment that comes up with short notice, please let us know ASAP, it sometimes takes a bit to locate students and get them a pass to leave.

If you are the parent of a student that is involved in activities and/or athletics, please make sure to visit the Athletics page for important information about participation, WIAA regulations, and more. If at any time you have a question concerning your child’s sport or other activity please contact me at (920) 267-0289, (920) 424-4090 x3014, OR by email at kelly.vansistine@oshkosh.k12.wi.us.

For schedules, visit OASD Athletics

Thank you for your support of Oshkosh West Activities and Athletics. GO WILDCATS!

Sincerely,
Kel Van Sistine
Activities/Athletic Director