OHS Newsletter

I was reading an article today Dual Enrollment Leads to More College Acceptances, Greater Financial Awards, and I reflected on all the opportunities our students have to earn dual credit through Fox Valley Technical College and UW-Oshkosh. Not only do our dual credit courses offer opportunities to earn college credit in high school and help prepare students for college, but we also have several dual credit opportunities that prepare students for the trades and future careers. Students who enroll in dual credit courses take these classes at the high school at a cheaper cost than after high school at the tech or university. When we look at last year's graduating class, 99% of our students took dual credit courses, AP courses, participated in work study or youth apprenticeship opportunities. I'm proud of the work our students and staff commit to in order support our students.

GO FOXES!

September 25: Student UW-O Campus Visit 11 & 12 grades

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

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: Hadassah, Aiden and Kamryn and our staff member, Mrs. Whitney ! Thank you for demonstrating the characteristics of the Fox Four and for being such great role models!!

The Omro Daugherty-Hamilton American Legion Post 234 has generously donated $1,000 to the school district’s Angel Fund. This vital fund helps support families who may be experiencing financial hardship, ensuring students can enjoy a hot breakfast and lunch each day at school. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the Omro Legionnaires for their dedicated fundraising efforts and to the Omro community for continuing to support the Angel Fund.

The Foxes came out on fire last Friday, shutting out North Fond du Lac 35-0 in their conference opener! Now it’s time to defend the home turf—catch the boys under the lights tonight at 7:00pm as they battle the Laconia Spartans!

Two members of the Omro girls’ cross country team earned medals at last week’s Tom Finlan Invite! Lillian placed 9th with a time of 21:26.9, while Mackenzie followed with a strong 17th-place finish at 22:10.9. Congratulations, Lady Foxes!

Photo credit: Art Eichmann Photography

Good luck to Foxes Football tonight as they face off against the Laconia Spartans under the lights at home, to the Cross Country team on their Invitational at the Winnegamie Golf Course, and tomorrow to the Volleyball team in Ripon for their Invitational! Let's Go, Omro!!

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!

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 4:30-7:00pm. 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!

Yearbooks are now on sale!

Bonus! If you personalize your yearbook, you get the 4 free icons if you order by 9/26!

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

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

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, Sept 12: Varsity Football vs Laconia 7:00pm THEME: CAMO

Friday, Sept 12: Cross Country Invitational @ Winnagamie Golf Course

Saturday, Sept 13: Volleyball JV Invitational @ SPASH Fieldhouse 9:00am

Saturday, Sept 13: Volleyball Varsity Invitational @ Ripon HS 9:30am

NEXT WEEK'S EVENTS:

Monday, Sept 15: JV2 Football @ Laconia 4:30pm

Tuesday, Sept 16: Cross Country Invite @ Mascoutin Golf Course 4:30pm

Tuesday, Sept 16: Boy's Soccer @ Mayville 4:30pm

Thursday, Sept 18: Volleyball (JV2/ V/ Var) @ Laconia 5:30/7:00pm (JV2 in Laconia MS gym, JV and V in HS gym)

Friday, Sept 19: Varsity Football @ Lomira 7:00pm Theme: Bikers vs Surfers

Saturday, Sept 20: Volleyball Varsity Tournament @ Berlin 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.

The School District of Omro is excited to offer students two convenient counseling options during the school day.

• A Rawhide Youth Services counselor is available at OES, OMS, and OHS.

• Collaborative Wellness counselors are available at all four schools.

Counseling sessions take place in a private space at school, but please note that these counselors are not school employees. Any information your child shares will stay private and will not be shared with school staff unless you give permission.

All counseling services are billed through your family’s insurance.

We are grateful to be able to partner with these organizations to support the well-being of our students.

Please contact your child's School Counselor, School Psychologist, or Director of Pupil Services for more information or to complete a referral form.

• Tracy Rees, Elementary Counselor - tree@omro.k12.wi.us; (920) 303-3100 x2683
• Carrie Sabel, Middle School Counselor - csabe@omro.k12.wi.us; (920) 303-2301 x2207
• Heather La Fleur, High School Counselor - hlafl@omro.k12.wi.us; (920) 303-2300 x2196
• Jaime Ellison, School Psychologist - jelli@omro.k12.wi.us; (920) 303-2317
• Connie Bernier, Director of Pupil Services - cbern@omro.k12.wi.us; (920) 303-2300

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)

October 18: Deadline to register for the ACT September 12 Register now

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.

Colleges/ Tech Schools

Th 9/18 - Fox Time - UW River Falls

T 9/23 - Fox Time - Fox Valley Tech

T 9/23 - Fox Time - UW Platteville

Th 9/25- Fox Time- UW La Crosse
T 10/14- Fox Time- UW Stevens Point

US Navy

Lunch - Tues 9/16

Fox Time - Tues 9/30

Army National Guard

Lunch Visit -Th 9/18

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:

• 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