Dear Knight Families,
Thank you for helping make the beginning of the school year a success for our Knights! The back-to-school routine can be a big adjustment for families, and we appreciate the many ways you support your students—whether it’s making sure they have a healthy meal, setting aside a quiet place for homework, or encouraging their involvement in extracurricular activities. The little things you do for your child—and often for their friends—make a big difference and do not go unnoticed.
I’d like to share a few important updates as we move into September:
📋 Surveys
In accordance with a new state mandate, parents/guardians must be notified at least 15 days before certain surveys are administered to students. Notification is required for surveys asking about:
We will use the Remind system for all notifications. If you are not receiving Remind messages for your child’s grade, please contact the OCHS Office to verify your information.
📚 Second Semester Test Policy
OCHS will no longer offer exemptions from second semester tests for good attendance. Instead, all students will complete a semester assessment in each course. This may take the form of a test, project, presentation, or performance. Details for both first and second semester assessments can be found in each course syllabus. I encourage you to ask more about this at your child's parent teacher conferences in October.
🩺 Doctor’s Notes
If your student is absent due to a medical visit, please turn in a doctor’s note within 10 days of the appointment. We encourage you to request a physical note from your provider and submit it to Mrs. Wilson in the OCHS Office upon your child’s return to school.
🎉 Homecoming Dance – Date Change
Due to a change in the fall activity schedule, Homecoming has been moved to Saturday, October 11th. Stay tuned for more details and exciting announcements as we get closer to Homecoming Week at O-C!
If you have any questions about policies or procedures, or if you’d like to share an idea for improving our school, please don’t hesitate to reach out:
📧 mburton@ocknights.org
📞 (402) 685-5661
Thank you again for your continued support as we dive into September. Wishing you and your family a wonderful Labor Day weekend!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Burton
