OHS Newsletter

Well, we made it to the half way point of the year. Tuesday starts our new semester. Make it a great second semester!

Congratulations to our seniors, Brock, Zac, Holly and Tucker who have graduated at semester. We look forward to seeing you at events and at graduation in June.

Jan. 20: No School, End of Quarter

Feb. 17: Teacher Inservice- No School

Feb. 27: Chili Supper *Date has been changed from January 30!

Mar. 12: ACT Juniors

Mar. 14: Fox Night at the Herd

Mar. 18: A Night of Music

Mar. 21: No School- Quarter End

Mar. 24-28: Spring Break

Find the 24-25 School Calendar here.

Find the rSchool sports schedule here.

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

Join us in celebrating the teachers and staff members at Omro High School for what they do to help make sure our students are engaged, challenged and inspired every day! Let us know if you have any "Kudos or Gratitude" for any of our high school staff by filling out the form below to share your positive thoughts and thanks for a job well done. We will share this information with teachers and staff members throughout the year. Your "Kudos and Gratitude" might also appear in our newsletter or Superintendent's Good News.

Thank you for helping us share our story!

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

Students in Mrs. Morse's Culinary Arts class recently completed their capstone project by running a food truck service. The "Neon Arcade" food truck was open on Tuesday, January 9, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, serving a total of 45 customers. The menu featured a variety of dishes, including Grilled Chicken Sandwiches, Pizza Melt, Rainbow Pasta Salad, Chicken Tortellini Soup, and Scotcheroos. Mrs. Morse expressed her gratitude, saying, "Thank you to all the Staff and Parents who came to dine with us. Your support of this project is greatly appreciated."

Mrs. Morse's World of Children class recently worked in the Foods Lab, preparing healthy snacks for preschoolers. The students were given specific lesson plan themes to follow, ensuring they adhered to MyPlate guidelines while also considering potential concerns for children, such as allergies and choking hazards.

Both the Girls JV and Varsity basketball teams defeated the North Fond du Lac Orioles on Tuesday, January 14th. The JV team secured a 58-42 victory, while the Varsity team triumphed in a tightly contested game, finishing 48-44. The JV2 team also earned a win, beating the Oconto Falls Panthers 35-23. The girls will be back on their home court tonight to face Laconia.

Junior Ava was included in Flyway Focus's week of January 6 as a top leader in points, rebounds, assists and steals!! Amazing!!! Keep it up, Ava!

The Boy's basketball team pulled out another win in 2025! They played the Berlin Indians on Monday and they outscored them 66-63!

The boys played against the Laconia Spartans on Thursday, but unfortunately, their streak ended with a loss of 55-63. We wish them the best on the road next week as they travel to Lomira on Friday, January 24!

Saturdays are for dance competitions! The Dance team placed third in both their kick and pom routines at the Kaukauna Dance Invitational on Saturday, January 11th. Also, Kira and Lydia both placed 3rd and 5th respectively in their solo performances. Well done, Ladies! The team will participate in Regionals on Saturday, January 25th. Best of luck to you all!

The boys' team secured a thrilling 5-4 victory over Neenah, overcoming a 1-3 deficit to tie the match at 4-4. With the match on the line, they delivered in the deciding 9th game, winning 169-157 and improving their record to 6-3. Meanwhile, the girls' varsity team fell short against Neenah but still posted a solid team average of 123. The team will look to bounce back when they face Appleton East at Fox Lanes in Omro on Tuesday, January 21, at 4:00 pm.

The Omro wrestling team delivered an impressive performance, defeating the Mayville Cardinals 55-18 in a dominant match on Thursday, January 9. The team picked up another win against North Fond du Lac on Thursday, January 16, 53-30! Omro hosts the Varsity Invitational on Saturday, January 25 in the den. Be sure to stop by and show them your support!

​With the colder weather here, it is important that students do NOT arrive to school before the doors open at 7:30am. Students are not allowed in the building prior to the doors being opened. Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately for the weather. They can always change once they arrive at school, but should have warmer clothes to and from school and to keep in their locker.

For our bus riders also, please make sure your child is dressed for the weather as bus emergencies can and do happen. It is best to always be prepared! Thank you!

Dine Out for Omro PTO at Panda Express!
Come out to Panda Express (570 S Koeller St, Oshkosh) on Tuesday, January 21st from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM and support the Omro PTO.

Enjoy a great meal and help raise funds for the PTO! You can dine in (just show the flyer or code on your phone), order through the Panda Express app using our special code 3833450, or order ahead for pick-up.

20% of sales using the code will go directly to the Omro PTO!

How to Order:

• Online or App: Visit PandaExpress.com or use the Panda Express app. Enter 3833450 in the fundraiser code box.
• In-Person: Bring the paper flyer or show it on your phone at checkout.

Mark your calendars, spread the word, and enjoy a tasty meal while supporting a great cause!

Stop down at Red Robin in Oshkosh on January 22 to support your dance team!

Kiwanis is an international service organization dedicated to building community on a local level and changing the world one child, one community at a time. While we may address many different needs in a community, our focus has always been on youth, and we are proud to offer service leadership programs at the elementary and middle school level and in high school with Key Club and college with Circle K. Kiwanis has a rich history in Omro and contributed significantly to the life of the community, and it is our hope to rekindle Kiwanis and bring it back, believing that the time is now right for that effort.

What: Informational and organizational meeting; light refreshments provided

Where: Middle/High School Library. Enter through main door of school 455 Fox Trail.

When: Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 6:00 pm.

We hope to identify some interested people who could help in the organizational effort, but are mostly interested in answering your questions about Kiwanis. If you cannot be present but have some interest, please let me know and we can follow up with you individually.

Thank you for your consideration and I hope you will think about becoming part of our growing tradition of service to the local community.

Paul Shrode, governor-elect

Wisconsin-Upper Michigan Kiwanis District

920-809-2872

psshrode@aol.com

Mark your calendars for Thursday, February 27 (Not January 30, as previously advertised)– it’s Chili Supper Night! From 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM, head over to the High School Commons for an all-you-can-eat meal featuring chili or macaroni and cheese, breadsticks, and a beverage. You can also pre-order chili and crackers for two by visiting this link for a pick up and go meal. Want something sweet? Pie will be available for an extra charge! Tickets are now available at all school offices – don’t miss out!

Family Literacy Night will be held at Omro Elementary School on Thursday, March 13th, 2025 from

5:30pm - 7:30pm.

There are lots of fun activities planned. Here is the line up of activities planned for the night:

• Book Swap - bring a gently used book to swap for a new gently used book
• Book Fair, Cotton Candy, and Kona Ice for purchase
• Free Books
• An appearance from the Freddy Fox
• Puppet Show
• Games
• Photo Ops
• Prizes
• Raffle
• Snacks
• Crafts
• VR Headsets

Omro Booster Club is holding its annual High Stakes Raffle. Help support those who in the past two years, have helped purchase new dance poms, new sideline chairs, basketball travel gear, track and field equipment, the digital trophy display, and much more!

Drawing on March 19!

$50 per ticket!

Only 300 tickets available!
$5000 Grand Prize!

Possibly earn $100, $50, or $25 for writing and presenting an original speech.

The Oshkosh Noon Optimist Club is once again sponsoring a speech contest.

Speech Topic: "How Optimism Has Guided Me Through Trying Times"

Time Limit: Not under 4 minutes or over 5 minutes.

If interested, see Mrs. Miller to sign up and receive the official guidelines and application form.

Due Date: Must have speech written and given to Mrs. Miller by January 20.

Presentation Date: Wednesday, February 5.

Top three winners go to Oshkosh to read their essay and collect prize money Wednesday, February 5.

See Mrs. Miller to sign up and receive the official guidelines and application form.

Come Join Us!

H.B. Patch Gym, 607 Tyler Ave, Omro

For ages 7 and Up!

Tickets for the March 14, 2025 Omro Foxes Night at The Herd are on sale now.

Use this link to order or scan the QR code on the flyer below.

Don’t miss out on ordering your yearbook! It’s the perfect way to capture memories and relive your school year for years to come. Don’t wait—order your yearbook today and secure your place in the memories of the year! Click HERE to order now!!

Here’s your chance to create a special tribute to your Senior in the yearbook! If you'd like to place an ad for your graduate, simply follow this link for more details!

Take a look at all the fun things happening in the Library this January. There is a new guessing game, trivia contest, reading challenge, and more! January Library Newsletter

***Students must be in attendance for the entire school day in order to practice or compete in an event. ***

Special circumstances may merit exception with prior approval from the Principal/Dean of Students, or designee. To see if the absence can be approved:

• Step 1 - Parent/Guardian notification to office (Mrs. Prado, Mrs. Stadler or Mrs. Dobberstein) at least 24 hours prior to absence)
• Step 2 - If absence is approved, Student picks up signed Excused Slip from office
• Step 3 - Student gives signed Excused Slip to coach/advisor to participate the day of the absence

If an absence is deemed unexcused it will result in ineligibility for participation in extracurricular activities until the next full day of attendance.

*Those in BOLD are HOME EVENTS.

Tuesday, Jan. 21- Bowling vs. Appleton East 4:00pm

Tuesday, Jan. 21: Girls JV2 Basketball vs Weyauwega Freemont 5:45pm

Tuesday, Jan. 21: Girls JV Basketball vs Lomira 5:50pm

Tuesday, Jan. 21: Girls Varsity Basketball vs Lomira 7:00pm

Thursday, Jan. 23: Wrestling @Winnebago Lutheran Academy 7:00pm

Friday, Jan. 24: Boys JV2 Basketball vs Lomira 5:50pm

Friday, Jan. 24: Boys JV Basketball vs Lomira 5:50pm

Friday, Jan. 24: Boys Varsity Basketball vs Lomira 7:00pm

Saturday, Jan. 25: Wrestling Invitational vs Multiple Schools 8:00am

Tuesday, Jan. 28: Boys JV2 Basketball vs WLA 5:50pm

Tuesday, Jan. 28: Boys JV Basketball vs WLA 5:50pm

Tuesday, Jan. 28: Boys Varsity Basketball vs WLA 7:00pm

Thursday, Jan. 30: Boys JV2 Basketball @ Shawano Community HS 5:40pm

Thursday, Jan. 30: Boys JV Basketball @ Kiel HS 5:45pm

Thursday, Jan. 30: Boys Varsity Basketball @ Kiel HS 7:00pm

Thursday, Jan. 30: Wrestling vs St. Lawrence Seminary 7:00pm

Thursday, Jan. 30: Bowling vs. Oshkosh North 4:00pm

Friday, January 31: Girls JV2 Basketball vs Green Bay West 5:50pm

Friday, January 31: Girls JV Basketball vs Campbellsport 5:50pm

Friday, January 31: Girls Varsity Basketball vs Campbellsport 7:00pm

Friday, January 31- February 1: State Dance La Crosse Center

See all rSchool Athletic Events here.

• Metalworking Opportunity
• Career Readiness Corner
• Upcoming Military/ College Visits
• Youth Apprenticeship Info
• Scholarship Listing for Seniors

This is an exciting opportunity to explore career pathways in sheet metal and metalworking!

When: Wednesday, January 29, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: SMART Local 18 Facility, 1981 American Dr., Neenah

What’s in it for parents, and students?

• Meet students in pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs.

• Discover Youth Apprenticeship (YA) positions.

• Try hands-on activities used by industry pros.

• Get answers to all your questions from industry experts.

Register now to secure your spot!

Parents of students interested in the trades are highly encouraged to attend—parents at similar events found it invaluable for asking questions and exploring options.

Seniors, here is the Scholarship Listing you can use to apply for scholarships. This list is updated frequently and can also be found in the Guidance Office and in the hallway, just across from the Guidance Office.

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

To call your child in for school, please dial 920-303-2300 and press 1 for the attendance line. Please leave a message with your name, your child's name and reason for absence. If the absence is illness related, please note any symptoms in your message.

Reminder: students who are in extra curricular activities, ***Students must be in attendance for the entire school day in order to practice or compete in an event.*** Special circumstances may merit exception with prior approval from the Principal/Dean of Students, or designee. To see if the absence can be approved:

• Step 1 - Parent/Guardian notification to office (Mrs. Prado, Mrs. Stadler or Mrs. Dobberstein) at least 24 hours prior to absence)
• Step 2 - If absence is approved, Student picks up signed Excused Slip from office
• Step 3 - Student gives signed Excused Slip to coach/advisor to participate the day of the absence

If an absence is deemed unexcused it will result in ineligibility for participation in extracurricular activities until the next full day of attendance.

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:

• 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

See this link for information and opportunities.

• NEW! November Public Health Happenings - November 2024
• 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