OHS Newsletter

Parent-Teacher Conferences are next week Thursday. We hope you will schedule for a time to talk with your student's teachers and help partner with us. Please see HS Parent/Teacher Conferences for more information.

Homecoming Parade Help Needed! We’re looking for some convertible cars to use in our Homecoming Parade on Friday, October 10. If you or someone you know has one available, please email dprad@omro.k12.wi.us. Thank you for supporting our Homecoming spirit!

Have a great first weekend of fall!

October 2: HS Parent/Teacher Conferences, Blood Drive 9am-2pm Commons

October 3: Teacher Inservice- No School

October 5-10: Homecoming - Weekly Events

October 11: Homecoming Dance 8-11pm

October 16: FOCUS at the PAC-Sophomores

October 17: Picture Retakes

October 22: Fox Time- Senior meeting with Josten's Commons FoxTime

October 24: End Quarter 1 - No Students-Teacher Workday

October 29: November 1: FFA Natl. Convention

October 30: STEAM Night @ HS/MS

October 31: Josten's Graduation Cap and Gown Ordering @ both Lunches

Find the 25-26 School Calendar here.

Find the rSchool sports schedule here.

Details of some of the calendar events can be seen in the following newsletter.

Congratulations go out to the following students and staff member for being chosen as this week's Fox Friday winners: Oliver, Abby and Nolan and our staff member, Mrs. Kennedy! Thank you for demonstrating the characteristics of the Fox Four and for being such great role models!!

Eighth grader Elliott (not pictured) participated as an Advanced Twirler while Omro High School students Katherine and Erick had the exciting opportunity to march in the pre-game parade with the UWO Titan Thunder Marching Band, Omro’s new band director, Mr. Rohan. The day began with a 9 a.m. sectional rehearsal on the field alongside college students and their UWO staff mentors, followed by learning spots for the field show and a full rehearsal with the College Band. Students also joined in playing Stand Tunes during the first half of the game in the grandstands, gaining valuable experience in preparation, sight-reading, and the culture of post-secondary band life. While the halftime show was unfortunately cancelled due to lightning, the event was still a fun, memorable, and rewarding opportunity for all.

Omro High School is proud of the students who volunteered their time to help a fellow classmate on the farm by covering silage. Their willingness to step in and lend a hand not only lightened the workload but also demonstrated the strong sense of community and support within our student body. This act of kindness and teamwork reflects the values we strive to uphold—showing that our students are dedicated, compassionate, and always ready to help one another.

Congratulations go out to Lillian, who placed in the Top 20 at the Winneconne Invite on Tuesday with an impressive time of 21:36.1! She followed it up last night with another Top 20 finish at the Horicon Run. Way to go, Lillian!

On Tuesday, the Varsity Boys’ Soccer team hosted Wayland Academy and came away with a decisive 11–3 victory. The Foxes put on a strong showing in front of their home crowd, outplaying Big Red from start to finish.

If you'd like to share any kudos or gratitude for our high school staff, please use this form to submit your positive comments and help us celebrate their great work!

Each school year, families must complete a new Free & Reduced-Price Meal Application to continue receiving meal benefits.

We are currently carrying over eligibility from the 2024–2025 school year, but that carryover period ends on October 2, 2025.

Beginning October 6, 2025, any student who does not have a new application on file (or who has not received a direct certification letter from Food Service for this school year) will be changed to full pay status until a new determination is made.

If your family currently receives free or reduced-price meals and you have not received a letter

from Food Service confirming your eligibility for the 2025–2026 school year, you must submit a

new application before October 6th.

Applications are available in your school’s main office, can be printed from our website at https://www.omro.k12.wi.us/page/food-service, or completed online through your family’s Skyward account. Families who have not yet reapplied and have not qualified through Direct Certification will also receive a letter in the mail as a reminder. Please watch for this notice.

If you are unsure of your eligibility status, please feel free to contact Darann Morgan at

dmorg@omro.k12.wi.us or 920-303-2314 for assistance.

Submitting your application as soon as possible will ensure there is no interruption in your

child’s meal benefits.

Omro High School is hosting a Blood Drive in the commons from 9am-2pm on Thursday, October 2. For an appointment, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit RedCrossBlood.org. Bring a photo ID or your blood donor card. You must be 17 years of age, or 16 years with parental permission. By donating, you are helping one or more high school senior earn a scholarship!

You’re Invited!
Join us at Stearns Park for the Bilkey Courts Memorial Celebration & Community Brat Fry on Saturday, October 18!

The day begins at 9:00 a.m. with a special court dedication ceremony, followed by a full day of celebration. Enjoy basketball and pickleball competitions, delicious food, music, games, and a silent auction—all proceeds supporting the Omro Food Pantry and the Ryan M. Schaller Foundation.

Basketball Competition – $5 per person for two (2) challenges.
Age groups: 7 & under • 8–12 • 13–17 • 18 & older
Events: Free Throw • Three Point • Multi-Spot • P-I-G
Sign up in advance or on-site by 9:00 a.m. the day of the event.

Pickleball Competition – $15 per team of two.
15-minute games with prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place!
Registration due by October 15.

Don’t forget to order your Bilkey Courts merchandise—but hurry, orders and payments are due by October 4!

For more information, entry forms, donations, or volunteer opportunities, email Bilkeymemorial@yahoo.com, check the City of Omro Facebook page, or stop by City Hall.

We look forward to celebrating with you!

Bilkey Basketball Sign Up

Bilkey Pickleball Sign Up

Have you scheduled an upcoming 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, signed 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!

Xello is our online platform that supports students in exploring future career and college options by offering career-related assessments, detailed online profiles, and planning tools for both education and work pathways. Through Xello, students can learn about different industries, track their experiences, build resumes, and outline steps to achieve their goals, all while the platform adapts to their unique interests and needs. Students have access to Xello at any time, and we encourage you to have your student give you a tour of their account. This month’s Xello lesson focuses on the Matchmaker, one of the first activities students complete. With 39 thought-provoking questions, the Matchmaker helps students reflect on their interests and begin identifying potential career paths.

As a reminder, Winnebago County Public Health continues to offer immunizations at no cost to both eligible children and their parent/guardian. These services are a valuable resource for helping families stay up to date on required and recommended vaccines and ultimately supporting the health and safety of our school communities.

Attached to this email, you will find flyers with additional details.

Don't feel like cooking? Come down to Red Robin on Wednesday, October 8 and enjoy Endless Fries, Towering Onion Rings, a Gourmet Cheeseburger, a Monster Double or anything else your heart desires...and while you are at it, you would be helping to support your Omro Robotics Team with 20% of all purchases going back to the team! You can also order online! Please see more details below!

Yearbooks are now on sale! If you are interested in purchasing a yearbook, or a Graduation Ad for your graduate that will be included in this year's yearbook, please see the links below!

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

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

Mrs. Whitney's Anatomy and Physiology classes are in need of deer heart donations for an upcoming unit. If you harvest a deer and would like to donate the heart please freeze it or put it on ice and bring it to Mrs. Whitney's room, 1805. Good luck & be safe during the upcoming hunting seasons.

Saturday, October 4th the Omro Area Community Center, in cooperation with the American Heart Association is hosting a Home Alone/ Babysitting Class that is open to all students ages 10 and older. Click for the Registration form , or they can be picked up at the community center and are due by September 30th. The day would consist of 1/2 babysitting class and the other 1/2 would be learning CPR and will go from 8:00am-3:45pm. Cost is $75. If you have any questions, please feel free to call OACC at 920-685-0380 for more information!

Parents of student drivers:

The annual FOCUS teen driver safety event is back. This year there’s a special emphasis on parents and caregivers. Parents are invited to participate and learn how they can support their young drivers. The program, hosted by the Trauma Center at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah, is being held in partnership with the Regional Safe Routes to School, with funding from the ThedaCare Foundation-Neenah and community support. CLICK HERE to register.

This year's science, technology, engineering, art and math family night, or S.T.E.A.M. and Screams will be hosted by Omro Middle School on Thursday, October 30 from 4:30-6:30pm. These activities are geared for 4K through 8th grade students and their families! Come out and join us for a fun night of activities and treats!

We are excited to invite students and staff to the Women at Work Open House Showcase, presented by empowHER Wisconsin, celebrating women thriving in construction and other traditionally male-dominated trades.

Event Details

• Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025

• Time: Open House 4–7 PM | Panel Presentation 5 PM

• Location: Local UA400 Plumbers & Steamfitters, 2700 Northridge Dr, Kaukauna, WI 54130

This is a wonderful opportunity for students to explore career paths in the skilled trades, hear firsthand stories, and connect with mentors.

Please use the QR code on the attached letter for registration.

We've got an App for that! Stay Connected with the School District of Omro App (available for Android and Apple)!

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.

THIS WEEK'S EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES:

Friday, September 26: Varsity Football vs Winnebago Lutheran 7:00pm

THEME: NEON/CONSTRUCTION

Saturday, September 27: CC Invite @ Reedsburg Hartje Center XC Trail 9:30am

Saturday, September 27: Varsity Volleyball @ Valders High School 9:00am

NEXT WEEK'S EVENTS:

Monday, Sept 29: JV2 Football vs WLA 6:30pm

Tuesday, Sept 30: Boys Soccer vs Central Wisconsin Christian 4:30pm

Tuesday, Sept 30: CC Invite @ Wyona Park 4:00pm

Tuesday, Sept 30: Volleyball JV2/JV/V @ WLA 5:30/7:00pm THEME: JAILBREAK (Date change from 10/2/25)

Thursday, Oct 2: Boys Soccer vs Campbellsport Elementary School Varsity Soccer Field 4:30pm

Friday, Oct 3: Varsity Football @ Mayville 7:00pm THEME: PINKOUT

Saturday, Oct 4: Boys Soccer Invite vs Multiple Schools 10:00am

Saturday, Oct 4: Varsity Volleyball @ Wrightstown High School 9:00am

Saturday, Oct 4: JV2 Volleyball @ Mayville Elementary School 9:00am

TICKET PRICES

OHS Students- Free with School ID or by showing Skyward Account

Students- $4.00 (Children under 6 are free)

Adults- $5.00

Seniors 60 years and above- Free

***Please, NO LARGE BILLS, ticket takers do not have excess change.***

Home Events in BOLD.

See all rSchool Athletic Events here.

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.

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. Mrs. LaFleur is hoping this will be an easier way for everyone to get in touch with her.

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

It’s time to apply to college and technical college

August 1: Students may start submitting their UW System applications. Apply Now

FVTC Exploration

Tuesday, October 7: FVTC Open House 3-7 p.m. Apply for Free!

ACT Registration $68/$93 (with writing)

December 13th: Deadline to register for the ACT November 7 Register Now

Methodize - use to prepare; FREE ACT prep for OHS students

FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

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.

Students, are you looking for a career in construction? You are invited to a regional event focusing on 9th-12th grade students who would like to explore a career in the trades. You will have an opportunity to work and talk with journeymen from different trades with "hands on" activities! Sign up early to attend this event to be held at Sunnyview Expo Center in Oshkosh on October 15, 8:30-2:00, with a small lunch provided. To register, contact Desi Coenen at info@newbt.org and for a glimpse at some of the interactive activities that will be available, visit their website at www.newbt.org! Hope to see you at the career fair!

If you are interested in nursing, or attending Fox Valley Technical College for its nursing program, please see the flyer below. Students can register and see the times by scanning the QR code.

Colleges/ Tech Schools

T 10/14- Fox Time- UW Stevens Point

Military Visits

M 9/29-Lunch Visit - US Army

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:

• My School Menus Mobile App
• Attendance Calls and Expectations
• How to Become A Game Worker
• Student and Family Resources on District Website
• Driver's Ed
• Work Permits
• Athletic Attendance Policy for Appointments and Absences
• Athletic Passes

See this LINK for information and opportunities:

• Student Wellbeing Options
• Health and Attendance Guidelines
• Counselor Contact Form
• Positive Parenting Program
• Rawhide Youth Services
• 988 Suicide Prevention and Crisis Lifeline
• Well Badger Resource Center
• Checking in With Your Teen's Mental Health
• Report a Threat
• Crisis Help