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.
ATTENDANCE MATTERS AND SO DO YOU!!
Do you know...?
Answer: Green bean casserole! Green bean casserole was invented in 1955 by Dorcas Reilly, a home economist at the Campbell's Soup Company, for an Associated Press feature story. The original recipe, called "Green Bean Bake," combined common pantry staples like green beans, mushroom soup, and French-fried onions. The dish's popularity grew significantly after the recipe was printed on labels of Campbell's cream of mushroom soup cans in the 1960s, establishing it as a Thanksgiving staple. What do you think?
Do you LOVE it? Or do you DISLIKE it?
UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES:
November 26-28: No School, Teacher Comp Day/Thanksgiving Break
December 2: PreACT Testing grades 9-11
December 15: HS Band/Choir Concert 6:30pm PAC
December 24-January 2: No School-Christmas Break
December 29-30: Holiday Basketball Tournament- Den
January 5- School Resumes
November Book Box Alert!
Ready for an adventure? This month’s Book Box, found by the main office, is packed with hunting, fishing, and wilderness stories that will test your courage and keep you on the edge of your seat.
You’ll face untamed rivers, deep forests, and challenges that push your instincts and heart to the limit. Some journeys will test your survival skills… others might make you think twice about what’s watching in the trees.
Step up. Open the box. Enter the wild.
Shopping Day With Kids is Coming Soon and We Need YOU!
Shopping Day With Kids is coming Saturday, December 6, 7:30 to Noon! This time of year brings out the best in us and now is the time to spoil some younger members of the Omro community who may be less fortunate.
We provide a quick breakfast, then children are matched with a high school student to shop for and wrap their gifts, and finally, we finish with a delicious lunch.
High school volunteers are needed to work at the elementary school preparing the food and wrapping stations and to shop with the younger students. Please see Mrs. Kennedy or Mrs. Miller for more information and for an application form.
Any teachers and staff that would like to become a part of this great event, please let us know as well. This is a great way to begin the holiday season!
Fox Time with Griffin!
Fox Time with Griffin will be held in the MS/HS Media Center during Fox Time again this year! Every other Monday! Be sure to sign up!!
December 1- Mrs. Morse
December 15- Ms. Jentz
January 12- Mrs. Morse
January 26- Ms. Jentz
February 9- Mrs. Morse
February 23- Jentz
March 9- Mrs. Morse
April 6- Ms. Jentz
April 20- Mrs. Morse
May 4- Ms. Jentz
May 18- Mrs. Morse
Attention! We NEED Your Nominations!
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...
Don't Miss Out!
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
Do You Need Help With Your Classes? We Are Happy To Help!
If you need any tutoring or school help, please fill out the form below! NHS members are volunteering to tutor anyone who needs help. Once you fill out the form, we will contact you and connect you with a tutor.
Sign up with Ms. Jentz
Next FBLA Meeting
The next Future Business Leaders of America meeting will be held on December 11 during Fox Time! If you are interested in joining or are already a member, please be sure to sign up!
If you are in a SPORT, PLEASE READ!
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:
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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.
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Step 2: Student collects an excused slip from the office with the medical note.
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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.
Activities and Athletics
Tuesday, November 25: Boys Jv2 Basketball vs TBS 5:50pm
Tuesday, November 25: Boys JV Basketball vs Kiel 5:50pm
Tuesday, November 25: Boys Varsity Basketball vs Kiel 7:00pm
Tuesday, December 2: Boy's Basketball JV vs Winneconne 5:30pm (Den)
Tuesday, December 2: Boy's Basketball JV2 vs Winneconne 5:30pm (PAC)
Tuesday, December 2: Boy's Basketball Varsity vs Winneconne 7:00pm (Den)
Tuesday, December 2: Bowling vs Kimberly @Fox Lanes 4:00pm
Tuesday, December 2: Girls Basketball JV @Mayville 5:30pm
Tuesday, December 2: Girls Basketball Varsity @Mayville 7:00pm
Tuesday, December 2: Girls Hockey @Brookfield 6:50pm
Thursday, December 4: Bowling @Hilbert 4:00pm
Thursday, December 4: Boys JV Basketball @ St Mary's Spring Academy 5:50pm
Thursday, December 4: Boys JV2 Basketball @ St Mary's Spring Academy 5:50pm
Thursday, December 4: Boys Varsity Basketball @ St Mary's Spring Academy 7:00pm
Thursday, December 4: Wresting Quad - Weigh ins @ 6:00pm
Thursday, December 4: Girls Hockey @Arrowhead 7:00pm
Friday, December 5: Girls Hockey vs Black River Falls (at Blue Line Family Ice Center) 5:15pm
Friday, December 5: Girls JV2 Basketball vs Winnebago Lutheran Academy 5:50pm
Friday, December 5: Girls JV Basketball vs Lomira 5:50pm
Friday, December 5: Girls Varsity Basketball vs Lomira 7:00pm
Saturday, December 6: Dance Competition @Ashwaubenon 8:00am
Saturday, December 6: Powerlifting Competition @Oshkosh North High School 8:00am
Saturday, December 6: Wrestling Competition @ Little Chute High School Fieldhouse 9:30am
Find the rSchool sports schedule here.
Home Events in BOLD.
November Library Newsletter
Take a look at this month's Library Newsletter to see all the fun things happening in the library. There are some fun activities you can take part in and helpful Library Tips & Reminders to look over.
Native American Heritage Book Drawing
The drawing for your chance to win a new book will be ending soon. Stop by the Library to enter your name to win one of these books by and about Native Americans.
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*Breakfast Prices
Grades 6 – 12.......$1.75/day (reduced $0.30)
*Hot Lunch Prices
Grades 6 – 12.......$3.20/day (reduced $0.40)
Monday:
Swedish Meatballs
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Chicken Nuggets, 10 piece
Tuesday:
Personal Pepperoni Pizza
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Chicken Patty Sandwich
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Wisconsin Labor History Society High School Essay Contest
The Wisconsin Labor History Society (WLHS) is sponsoring the Kenneth A. Germanson High School Essay Contest for the 2025–2026 school year, open to all Wisconsin students in grades 9–12.
Essay Topic:
“Unions are good for my family, my community, and my nation because...”
Essays should be approximately 750 words and must be submitted by February 15, 2026. Students are encouraged to interview union family members and use research materials available on the WLHS website. Entries will be judged on understanding, research, writing quality, and significance.
Submission Details:
Email essays as a Word or PDF file to info@wisconsinlaborhistory.org with the subject line “Essay Contest.” Each submission must include a cover sheet listing:
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Student’s name and contact information
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Grade level and school name
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Parent or family union affiliation (if applicable)
Prizes:
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1st Place: $500
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2nd Place: $300
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3rd Place: $200
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Up to five Honorable Mentions: $100 each
DAR Essay/ Video Contest
*The Daughters of the American Revolution sponsors a Patriots of the American Revolution Essay Contest each year. Select a figure from the era of the American Revolution (1773-1783).
Discuss how he or she influenced the course of the American Revolution,
who he or she was and the contribution that historic character made to
the founding of a new nation. Your figure must have been an actual person
– one who is well-known or an everyday man, woman, or child, who
supported the American Revolution in ways large or small.
Open to Grades 9-12 Length: Between 800-1,200 words.
Due December 15, 2025
* The Daughters of the American Revolution also sponsors a Video Contest. You have been invited to participate in a video creation of the same topic of selecting an actual figure from the era of the American Revolution (1773–1783) and showing how he or she influenced the course of the American Revolution. Video length, no more than 3 minutes. See more details below. Video submissions require a Title Page. If you are interested in making and submitting a video, please stop in the office for the title page they would like you to complete!
Due December 15, 2025
Want to Connect with the Guidance Counselor?
If you would like to connect with our Guidance Counselor, please complete the request form. This will make it very easy to get in touch!
University/ Recruiter Visit Procedure
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.
UW Application Help
Register for a live walkthrough of the Universities of Wisconsin Admission Pathway Portal to apply for Fall 2026 term as a first-year applicant. Learn how to create an account, fill out the application for admission, and more. Registration is required.
- Thursday, November 20 from 3:30-4:30 PM - Register Here
https://wisconsin-edu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hJpuuwmHQ_uBY_mIDEzwDw
- Tuesday, December 9 from 3:30-4:30 PM - Register Here
Student College Visits
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!
College Application Time
It’s time to apply to college and technical college
August 1: Students may start submitting their UW System applications. Apply Now
FAFSA application opens October 1, 2025: Students may start submitting their FAFSA - an application to qualify for grants, loans and work study to help pay for college . Apply for the FAFSA https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa We will have a FAFSA night on Nov. 19th from 6pm - 7pm in the commons.
Scholarship Information
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
Upcoming College/ Military Visits
Fox Time:
Th 12/18 - FVTC
Lunch Visit:
T 12/9 US Navy
Auto Collision Career Experience
The Auto Collision Career Experience is happening again this year! The Auto Collision Career Experience is an opportunity for students in grades 8-12 interested in the automotive field. This event provides a hands-on career exploration experience using real equipment and vehicles. Taught by FVTC faculty at our Transportation Center in Appleton, students will learn what it is like working on the job. Students will also meet industry professionals and HR recruiters from Bergstrom to better understand what a career in the field is like and how to get hired.
Through support from Bergstrom Automotive, there is no cost for students who are selected to attend this experience. Spaces are limited, so we encourage students to apply soon.
2025-2026 Auto Collision Career Experience
- Friday December 5, 2025, 8am – 4:30pm
- Friday, April 3, 2026, 8am – 4:30pm
Students must complete this application to be considered. Applications will be reviewed by representatives from Bergstrom Automotive, who will select the attendees.
Application: https://foxvalleytechnicalcollege.formstack.com/forms/auto_collision_experience
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
Crisis Help is Just 3 Numbers Away
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.
988 Lifeline: 24/7-Call, Text or Chat
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.
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