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.

Fox Friday forms and the box to put them in are located in the MS/HS Media Center. Please take a moment to nominate students and staff you think deserve to be recognized for being safe, responsible, respectful and positive! You can also nominate staff you feel have made a positive connection, is a great role model or who stands up for students. Please fill out a form so we can celebrate our students and staff this week!!! PLEASE NOTE: We expect these to be sincere and genuine, not silly. We are looking for students and staff who are positive, safe, respectful and responsible...

...crickets "hear" with their ears?? Crickets indeed "hear" with their legs, specifically via the tympanal organs located on their front legs just below the "knees" (the tibiae).

Here is the breakdown of why and how they do it:

• Leg Ears (Tympana): Both male and female crickets have these small, oval-shaped membranes that act as eardrums.
• Vibration Sensors: Because their "ears" are on their legs, they are incredibly sensitive to ground vibrations, making it very hard to sneak up on them.
• "Listening" Behavior: When a cricket adjusts its legs, it is often maneuvering to better detect the direction of sound, often to find a mate or avoid predators.

Crickets are notorious for being hard to find because, in addition to this, their chirping speed is directly tied to the temperature, often enabling them to stop or change their tune if a predator (or person) approaches!

Due to the construction going on at the High School, we will need to adjust the bus and parent pickup and drop off procedures, which will start Monday, April 27th, and go through the rest of the school year. Parents will be dropping off and picking up in the high school parking lot. This will create a lot of additional traffic in our parking lot so students will need to be extra attentive to cars and pedestrians.

Remember, we have many students and staff who will be coming in and out of these doors, so you must watch for pedestrians and drive slowly through the parking lot!

Per your student handbook:

STUDENT DRESS AND APPEARANCE

The following styles or manner of dress are prohibited:

Clothing may not have hems, waistlines, necklines, holes, or tears that expose the student inappropriately. Midriffs, hips, cleavage, buttocks, upper thigh, and all undergarments should be covered at all times, including during any physical movement that may alter the clothing's ability to cover the body appropriately. For example, a student should be appropriately covered while sitting in desks, when arms are raised above the head, etc.

Clothing that is not allowed includes, but is not limited to:

• Strapless shirts/dresses

• Shorts and skirts that are not long enough to appropriately cover when standing, reaching, sitting, or bending over

• Clothing that doesn’t cover all private body parts and/or undergarments

• Clothing that is transparent or nearly transparent

• Cut-off t-shirts with sides cut out

• Any clothing that promotes (or makes any reference to through play-on-words, figures of speech, etc.) alcohol, tobacco, drugs, weapons of any kind, offensive language, language or depictions intended to incite violence or foment hatred of others, or gang-related symbols.

• Clothing with obscene or sexually suggestive signs or sayings

• Any hats, hoods worn on head from sweatshirts, sport caps, sunglasses or chains not considered jewelry (e.g. wallet chains)

• Backpacks, book bags, purses, blankets, stuffed animals, etc. - students are not permitted to carry them to and from classes without administrative permission

• Jackets, coats, or outdoor gear

For the first time we will be having a Spring Scholastic Book Fair that will be taking place in the Library Media Center starting Monday, April 27th - Friday, May 1st. Are you ready!?!

Times/Schedule: April 27th - May 1st, 2026

Friday: 7:30am - 2:00pm

FLYERS:

Here is the link to a digital copy of the Book Fair Flyer and also the Scholastic Book Trailers: Scholastic Book Fair Flyer & Trailers

CONTESTS & PRIZES:

Five Nights at Freddy's - Visit the Book Fair next week and enter your name in a drawing for a chance to win a 5 foot tall cut out of the Five Nights at Freddy’s Fazbear!

Sucker Pull Game - Play for your chance to win a prize! All proceeds go to buy more books!

New Graphic Novel Giveaway - Stop by the Book Fair & answer a trivia question. Enter your answer for your chance to win a new graphic novel!

Nomination forms can be picked up in the office and are due by May 4th! Step UP, Lead and Inspire! Be part of something bigger!

Are you ready to lead your class and make a difference? Then you should step up and lead your class!!

Nomination sheets are in the office and are due by May 11!

Girls aged 13-17 who live or attend school in Winnebago County, Wisconsin can now

apply for the position of Miss Rural Winnebago. Applicants don't need to have any rural

or agricultural background, but should be willing to serve in their community. On June

13, applicants will participate in a committee interview and communication training. The

crowned candidate will have the opportunity to go on various tours to learn more about

Winnebago County, volunteer at local events, and develop personal and professional

skills during her one-year volunteer term. Those interested in applying can email

missruralwinnebago@gmail.com or visit missruralwinnebago.wixsite.com/mrwwi to

obtain the application. The deadline to apply is May 30, 2026.

Prom is this Saturday, May 2nd from 8pm - 11pm

at Venue 404

404 N Main St, Oshkosh, WI 54901

Below are a few important reminders for students who are attending the event:

• The junior class is all welcome to meet at The Waters in Oshkosh at 5pm for photos. The venue will be locked, so there will be no access to bathrooms.

• Only those with pre-purchased tickets will be admitted to Prom.

• Please bring your prom tickets and ID's for check-in - tickets are not transferable. The ticket number must match the ticket purchased.

• A locked room will be available to keep your personal belongings in.

• PARKING & ENTRANCE.

It is recommended to park behind in the bank parking lot (venue owns it). Enter through the main entrance on Main Street. You will see a sign and/or a staff member helping direct you. No matter where you park, please lock your car doors and avoid walking alone.

• All guests must have an approved guest form submitted to the main office by 3:15pm on Wednesday, April 28th, and must show a valid photo ID upon entry.

• No carry-ins allowed.

• No entrance into prom after 9:30pm. If you leave prom at any time, you will not be allowed to re-enter.

• Prom Court will be presented promptly at 9:30pm. Prom Court members, please arrive by 9:15pm to line up and get flowers. Parents/guardians may arrive at 9:20pm

• Free water bottles will be available.

• The Prom Committee must stay after to help clean up. The more who help, the sooner you may leave.

• Any questions, please contact Mrs. Cady at kcady@omro.k12.wi.us or

Ms. Jentz at mjent@omro.k12.wi.us

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday for a night of dancing!

Leapin’ lizards, the Ripon Area Community Theatre (RACT) will be holding open auditions for their summer musical production of "Annie," May 29-31!

Actors should prepare approximately 2 minutes of a vocal audition (a song) that they will perform at the start of the auditions. Actors should bring a backing track (the background music, with no vocals - think karaoke) that can be played on their own device during the auditions.

Actors should choose songs suitable for musical theatre, rather than contemporary songs like you'd hear on the radio; and the song selection should be one that highlight's the actor's voice. The vocal director will also have each actor sing scales to determine their vocal range.

Once all vocal auditions are complete, the stage director will have actors deliver scene readings from the musical, placing everyone in small groups and assigning each of them a character from that scene. They'll have a chance to review the scenes briefly before performing them, but the scenes do not need to be memorized before being read in front of the directors and other auditioners. There will be several rounds of scene readings, with actors having the chance to read multiple characters in different scenes and with different people. The director will do their best to give each actor the opportunity to read for a specific character they want to be considered for at least once, time permitting.

Actors should try to arrive as close to the start of the audition times as possible, to better ensure they are able to perform their vocal audition and do scene readings alongside the other actors.

Walk-ins are welcome. Actors may sign-up in advance for the specific audition date they plan on attending.

Questions about auditions for the RACT production of "Annie" can be sent to: riponareacommunitytheatre@gmail.com

The Ripon Area Community Theatre is a sponsored program of the Ripon Noon Kiwanis.
"Annie" is licensed by special arrangement with Music Theatre International.

RACT Annie Auditions Press Release

Omro High School will be hosting its final blood drive of the school year on Friday, May 8, 2026 from 9:00am to 2:00 pm in the high school commons. For an appointment, call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). From May 1-17, you can give a pint and get a pint...of Culver's Famous Frozen Custard! Present to donate and receive a coupon for a free pint! By donating to this blood drive, you are helping one or more graduating senior earn a scholarship! Lots of great reasons to stop by on May 8!

Do you need volunteer hours? Would you like to get more involved in your community? The Omro Area Community Center would like to you to join their Youth Advisory Council! Meetings are the first Monday of the month at 6:30pm. You would be influential in planning activities, socialize, contribute to your community and make new connections! This council is open to individuals aged 12-18!

Fox Time with Griffin will be held in the MS/HS Media Center during Fox Time every other Monday! Be sure to sign up!!

May 4- Ms. Jentz

May 18- Mrs. Morse

Time flies, but memories last forever! Make sure you have your yearbook to look back on all the best moments from this year. Order yours before it’s too late!

Sales Link: https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09376700

Graduation Ad Sales Link: https://www.jostens.com/apps/jcom/router.mvc?affiliateId=1116519

Athletics and Activities Attendance Policy (Condensed):
Students must attend the full school day to participate in practice or competition. To be eligible on a day with an absence:

• Step 1: A parent must notify the office 24 hours in advance. For emergency medical appointments, parents must call before 8:00 AM the day of the absence. A medical note is required upon arrival.

• Step 2: Student collects an excused slip from the office with the medical note.

• Step 3: Student gives the excused slip to their coach/advisor before participating.

A parent may call a student in for personal reasons as long as they arrive before 2nd hour and are within their 10 excused absences for the year. Unexcused absences mean no participation until the next full day. Final decisions rest with the Dean of Students or Principal.

Upcoming Events

Friday, May 1, 2026
~ Track: Varsity vs Multiple (Home)

Saturday, May 2, 2026
~ Baseball: Varsity vs North Fond du Lac/Oakfield (Home)

See all rSchool Athletic Events here.

Home Events in BOLD.

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. Library Newsletter

*Breakfast Prices

Grades 6 – 12.......$1.75/day (reduced $0.30)

*Hot Lunch Prices

Grades 6 – 12.......$3.20/day (reduced $0.40)

Monday:

Mandarin Orange Chicken Jr.

With

Vegetable Egg Roll

And

Brown Rice

Or

Pepperoni Calzone

Tuesday:

Popcorn Chicken Bowl

With

Dinner Roll

Wednesday:

Pulled Pork Sandwich

Or

Breaded Chicken Drumstick

With

Whole Grain Buttermilk Biscuit

Thursday:

Chicken Strips

With

Buttered Noodles

Or

Meatball Sub

Friday:

Homemade Pepperoni Pizza

Or

Homemade Cheese Pizza

Click HERE for this week's complete menu!

If you would like to connect with our School Counselor, please complete the Request to Meet link. This will make it very easy to get in touch!

Looking for Summer Job Opportunities? Summer Camps? Look no further...

Click HERE for more information on summer employment!

Interested in Summer Camps? Click HERE!

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 check out this month's events at schedule of events. For more information, go to inspirewi.com

Current High School Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors: Want to learn more about a career in the skilled trades?

Try WRTP | BIG STEP’s 2026 Summer Trades Academy this July. Get exposure and explore the career options in the construction skilled trades!

• Visit trade halls and contractor facilities
• Watch live demonstrations
• Participate in hands-on activities
• Learn about the apprenticeship process in union construction

Dates:
Monday, July 13 – Friday, July 17 | 8 AM – 3:30 PM

Registration required by: June 13, 2026

Requirements:
Must attend an info session with a parent or guardian and complete the registration process to participate in the Summer Trades Academy in July.

Contact Amy Arndt for more info:
(920) 961-2232 or aarndt@wrtp.org

Register HERE.

Lunch Visits:

W 5/14 - Army National Guard

W 5/20 US Air Force

STUDENTS: When meeting with Recruiters, THEY need to set up appointments to meet with you THROUGH GUIDANCE and they should be scheduled during your study hall. Please do not just set something up on your own with them as we do not allow recruiters free access to students without going through the proper procedure. If you have any questions, please feel free to get in touch with the office or guidance.

College visit?

In order for your College visits to be excused, you MUST do ALL of the following:

1. You must have a pre-arranged absence form completed and TURNED IN.

2. You must forward the email that you receive from the college or technical school confirming that you have been scheduled for a visit to Mrs. Stadler at cstad@omro.k12.wi.us.

3. You must provide proof you attended the visit, 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!

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 in January

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:

• Student Wellness Options
• 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

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.

For More Information:

988 Handout

988 Handout (Español)

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

Reading - 70% or more in grades 9 & 10 will be on target or close to target using the Spring PreACT Secure and 60% or more of 11th grade will have met benchmark on the Spring ACT.

Math - 70% or more in grades 9 & 10 will be on target or close to target using the Spring PreACT Secure and 60% or more of 11th grade will have met benchmark on the Spring ACT.

How will we work on this?

• Fox Time academic supports

• Methodize to prep for ACT and PreACT 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