Daily Announcements

School Hours:

Doors open at 7:30am.

Classes start at 7:45 am and dismisses at 3:15pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Students are dismissed at 2:00pm every Wednesday for early release.

Students must be in their classroom by 7:45am to avoid being tardy. If you are late, you need to sign in at the office and get a pass before going to class.

Reimbursable Student Lunch: $3.10

Adult Lunch: $4.75

Thursday, April 10:

Fiesta Pizza

or

Turkey and Gravy w/ Mashed Potatoes and Garlic Twist

Mashed Potatoes and Gravy

Fruit and Vegetable Bar

SAND: Turkey Jack Wrap

Friday, April 11:

Bosco Sticks w/ Dipping Sauce

or

Hot Italian Sub

Glazed Carrots

Steamed Peas

Fruit and Vegetable Bar

SAND: Buffalo Chicken

Effective immediately, there will be NO OUTSIDE BEVERAGES will be allowed in the hot lunch line. You may not bring beverages from home and take them through the hot lunch line. If you do, you will be charged for the item if it could also be purchased from the kitchen. For example: If you bring a Bubbl'r from home, and we sell them in the kitchen as well....if you take it through the line, you will be charged for it. Any questions, please see any food service person and they will be able to help you.

Apr. 8- Apr. 11: Accommodated Testing, NO BELLS or ANNOUNCEMENTS Hours 1-5, Library will BE CLOSED until testing is complete

Apr. 10: District Wide Art Walk 5-7pm at OES

Apr. 12: School Play- 2:00pm and 7:00pm- Tickets sold only at the door!

Apr. 16: Academic Awards- THIS IS A DRESS UP EVENT, NO JEANS, NO HATS

Apr. 18: No School- Good Friday

Apr. 21: No School

Apr. 25: SENIORS: All obligations (such as fines, overdrawn lunch accounts, and

class fees) must be paid in full and all detentions must be served by Friday, April 25th at 3:20 p.m.

in order to go on the senior class trip and participate in the graduation ceremony. There will be no

refunds for tickets purchased for the senior class trip.

Apr. 26: State Solo/ Ensemble, Prom Oshkosh Waterfront Hotel 8-11pm

May 13 --Seal of Biliteracy test (7:45- 12:00)

The Sophomore class is selling Chocolate Chip or Molasses cookies by the dozen. If you are interested, please see Mrs. Benbo or one of your sophomore friends!

Just a note to let you know that PAC is closed today, Thursday 4/10 and tomorrow, Friday 4/11 during lunch.

The KI-12 Art Walk is set to take place on Thursday, April 10, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Omro Elementary School. This special event will showcase the incredible creativity and talent of our Omro artists. We invite you to join us for an evening filled with beautiful artwork, community engagement, and a celebration of artistic expression. Don't miss this opportunity to support and appreciate the hard work of our own Omro Foxes!

Who:
Omro Junior and Senior students
A junior/senior student may also pre purchase one additional ticket for a guest (guest can include a freshman, sophomore, and/or person from another school)
All tickets must be pre purchased ($20 each) in advance.
Make checks out to “Omro High School”
Tickets are needed to enter the dance. No tickets will be sold at the door.
Tickets will be sold for $20 in the high school main office from Thursday 4/10 - Thursday 4/17
Last minute tickets will be sold for $25 in the main office Tuesday 4/22 and Wednesday 4/23 (no tickets sold after 4/23)

Guest forms are available in the office. If you are inviting a guest that does not attend Omro, a guest form must be turned in to the office by 3pm on Wednesday 4/23.
Age limit for a guest that is an Omro Alumni is 20.
Age limit for a guest that is not an Omro Alumni is 19.
All guests must also provide a form of identification upon entry to the event.

Important Details:
Junior Court will be presented at 9:00pm
Parents/guardians of court members are invited to the court presentation. You may arrive at 8:55pm and please leave promptly after court presentation and photos.

As we step into the rainy days of April, let’s shine a spotlight on pedestrian safety! With more people out walking and enjoying the spring weather, it's crucial to stay alert and follow safe walking practices. Always use crosswalks, make eye contact with drivers before crossing, and stay visible—especially in the early mornings and evenings. Let’s work together to keep our streets safe for everyone!

WATCH FOR PEDESTRIANS

Hey drivers, it's time to put those observation skills to the test! Pedestrians are everywhere and it's our responsibility to keep an eye out for them!

As the weather starts to warm, it is a great time to remind you of the school district dress policy!

Prohibited clothing includes:

• Items with inappropriate exposure due to hems, waistlines, necklines, holes, or tears.
• Midriffs, hips, cleavage, buttocks, upper thighs, and undergarments must remain covered at all times, even during movement.
• Specifically, strapless shirts/dresses, short skirts/shorts, transparent clothing, and cut-off t-shirts with exposed sides are not allowed.
• Clothing promoting alcohol, drugs, weapons, offensive language, or gang symbols is prohibited, as are items with obscene or sexually suggestive content.
• Hats, hoods, sunglasses, non-jewelry chains, and certain accessories like backpacks, purses, or blankets are also restricted without permission.
• Jackets, coats, and outdoor gear are not allowed in class. Please review these guidelines in advance—violations will require a change of attire.

Fox Friday nomination forms and the collection box can be found in the MS/HS Media Center. Take a moment to nominate students and staff who exemplify the qualities of being safe, responsible, respectful, and positive! You can also recognize staff members who have made meaningful connections, serve as great role models, or advocate for students. We are seeking individuals who truly deserve to be acknowledged for embodying the Fox Four values!

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 position is open to:

• A person interested in attending local events to learn about and promote the “rural life” of Winnebago County.

• Females ages 13-17 years.

• Resides in or attends school in Winnebago County, WI.

• No agricultural background or related experiences are required.

• A person willing to volunteer a year of service as MRW.

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.

We want to celebrate your achievements inside AND outside of school, be sure to share your successes with us! If you are in any activities sports or clubs beyond the school day, please let us know! You can email me at ndobb@omro.k12.wi.us with your information and a photo and I will add it to our daily announcements and weekly newsletter!!

Do you plan to go on vacation? Remember to pick up a pre-arranged absence form from the office!

College visit? You MUST have a pre-arranged absence form and you MUST provide proof that you attended your tour, such as a photo in front of that school's sign, a note on school letterhead, a photo of your sign in, etc...Please make sure you are following the correct procedure so that your absence is excused!

Last chance to purchase your yearbook!! If you are unsure whether you bought a book or not online you may click on this link for online ordering orders only. https://www.jostens.com/customer-service/yearbook-order-tracking Time is running out to purchase our 2024-2025 yearbook. Pre-ordering a yearbook by April 29th is the only way to guarantee a copy at the end of the school year.

A friendly reminder if you have not yet ordered a yearbook and would like to, please purchase by clicking on this link https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09376700

If desired, a payment plan is available at checkout.

Thank you,

The Yearbook Staff

Grad Ads for seniors Sales Link: https://www.jostens.com/apps/jcom/router.mvc?affiliateId=1116519

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.

Special circumstances may merit exception with prior approval from the Principal/Dean of Students, or designee. Parents MUST notify the office 24 hours IN ADVANCE of any appointments for that day to still be eligible.

If an absence is deemed unexcused it will result in ineligibility for participation in extracurricular activities until the next full day of attendance.

WEEK OF April 7-11:

Thursday, Apr. 10: Varsity Softball vs Mayville 4:30pm

Thursday, Apr. 10: Varsity Baseball @ Lomira 4:30pm

Thursday, Apr. 10: Soccer @Roncalli 4:30pm

Friday, Apr. 11: Varsity Softball vs Green Lake/ Princeton 4:30pm

Friday, Apr. 11: Track @ Denmark HS Track 3:00pm

See all rSchool Athletic Events here.

The Omro High School Varsity Dance team will be hosting tryouts for the 25-26 dance season. Here is the link to our tryout packet. Only pages 7-10 are required to be turned in. All applications must be completed and submitted by Friday, April 25 at 5:00 pm. Failure to submit tryout packets in time will result in you being ineligible to try out for the 2025-2026 Omro Dance Team.

All questions can be sent to Coach Johnson at bjohn@omro.k12.wi.us

2025-2026 Dance Team Tryouts

Audition Day: Saturday, April 26, 2024

We look forward to another fun summer of basketball! Campers can sign up by mailing in the attached flyer or registering online at the following link.

Happy April! Take a look at all the fun things happening in the Library this month! Take a look at all the fun things happening in the Library this month! There is a new candy guessing game, a bookmark contest, and some helpful tips for the end of the school year that is fast approaching.

April Library Newsletter

We have a new way to connect with Mrs. LaFleur. Please go to the Student Resource page and scroll to the bottom.

This will take you to my new request form. I am hoping this will be an easier way for everyone to get in touch with me.

“Fox Time with Griffin” will be offered again this year, every other week in the HS/MS Media Center.

These are the dates for Fox Time with Griffen!

May 5 Morse

May 19 Johnson

STUDENTS: When meeting with Recruiters, THEY need to set up appointments to meet with you THROUGH GUIDANCE and during your study hall. Please do not just set something up on your own as we do not allow recruiters free access to students without going through the proper procedure.

Upcoming Fox Time Visits:

TODAY! Th 4/10 National Guard

T 4/22 FVTC

TH 4/24 US Navy

F 4/25 National Guard

Upcoming Lunch Visits:

TODAY! Th 4/10 US Navy

M 4/28 US Marines

This event is designed to equip students with resume-building and employment skills while connecting them with local businesses offering entry-level job opportunities. Students can explore potential careers, apply on-site with assistance from HR professionals, and refine their personal sales pitches with actively hiring organizations. It’s an excellent opportunity for graduating seniors who are undecided about their post-graduation plans, as well as younger students interested in Youth Apprenticeships. To streamline the application process, students must have an up-to-date resume. If desired, we can arrange a pre-event workshop led by local HR professionals at your school to help students prepare!

The Omro Pool is hiring!! Applications for Lifeguard are due April 11 for Front Desk. You must be 15 years old for Lifeguard and have completion of your CPR/AED by May 10. For Front Desk you need to be 14 years old. Applications can be dropped off or mailed to Omro City Hall by 4:30pm on the days specified.

Come and join our team! We are looking for seasonal help! If interested, please click for the application!

Are you looking for a summer job? Come work for us at the school!! Job duties are custodial, maintenance and grounds. Pay is $13.50/hr. up to 40 hours per week (flexible) starting in June (flexible on start date) through mid-August.

Must be at least 16 years old. Applications can be picked up in the office! Deadline is April 30!!

Seniors, here is the OHS Scholarship Listing you can use to apply for scholarships. This list is updated frequently and can also be found in the Guidance Office and in the Hallway, just across from the Guidance Office.

Scholarship Search - pay attention to deadlines

Check with parents employers and organizations you belong to for scholarship opportunities

Review our OHS Scholarship Listing on a weekly basis

Apply for scholarships offered by your destination college or tech college

Apply for our local scholarships January 30th!!

Do you have questions about financial aid or need help completing the FAFSA? Fox Valley Technical College is available to help! The outreach is open to anyone in the communities (FVTC bound or not) who needs assistance. Along with the regional outreach, they also provide FAFSA sessions in person. These sessions are offered every Thursday when the college is open from 9-6 in person at our main Appleton campus or every Tuesday when we are open from 9-6 at our Riverside campus in Oshkosh. Please see the flyer attached for more information!

Apply for FAFSA

This is a great program that connects students to career professionals who will inspire and expose them to new opportunities across the industry sectors. This includes job shadowing, college visits, and employment events. Please see schedule of events. For more information, go to inspirewi.com

Cell Phone Reminders:

• You should NOT have your phones on you, on your desk or on your desk during class. You have 2 options: in your locker powered off, or in the wall pouches in the classroom; that's it.
• "Bell to Bell" means "Bell to Bell". Cellphones should not be picked up until you are leaving the classroom at the end of class.
• These expectations are NOT negotiable and are backed by the school board. Let's make sure we are following these expectations to avoid consequences that will follow, including but not limited to verbal warning, confiscation and detention/suspension.

Please call 911 IMMEDIATELY in the event of a medical emergency, fire, disaster response, reporting a crime or any life-threatening situation.

Please call 211 if you need contact information for community resources such need of food, housing/ shelter, utility assistance, healthcare services or government services, substance abuse or mental health resources, transportation, legal services, counseling, support services or disaster aftercare.

Please call 988 for help with thoughts of suicide, mental health crisis, substance use crisis, or emotional distress or you need support handling a crisis.

Anyone in Wisconsin can call or text 988 or use the chat function via www.988lifeline.org to reach out and get the help they need. 988 is ready to provide support for anyone experiencing a suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis. People can also contact 988 if they are concerned about a loved one in crisis.

988 Handout

If you need to report a threat, please go HERE for more information!

Here's a little joke for you!

Just Something To Think About...

THE SCHOOL CALENDAR CAN BE FOUND HERE.

Reading - 80% or more of our students will meet, exceed, or significantly exceed expectations as evidenced by the spring STAR® Reading and/or the PreACT Secure assessments.

Math - 80% or more of our students will meet, exceed, or significantly exceed expectations as evidenced by the spring STAR® Math and/or the PreACT Secure assessments.

How will we work on this?

• Fox Time academic supports

• Methodize to prep for ACT and PreACT Secure assessments

• Laude courses

• Increase student attendance

• Engage our students, staff, and families

• DEAR time available through Fox Time and during classes

• Providing a safe and healthy environment