OHS Newsletter

Best wishes to our Dance Team at State this weekend. We are so proud of our lady Foxes.

GO FOXES!!!!

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, Dina, Blake and Liam, our staff member, Mrs. Ransom! Thank you for demonstrating the characteristics of the Fox Four and for being such great role models!!

During a high school field trip to Road America in Plymouth, students had the opportunity to learn about engineering from Lunda Engineers at a live job site. They explored various career paths in construction, engineering, and motorsports, gaining a deeper understanding of what engineering entails. The students studied the structure and engineering of typical bridges, examining cross sections that highlighted concrete and steel girders, as well as slab span designs. They received detailed explanations about slab span bridges, falsework, and the process of sand jack release used to unload and remove falsework. Additionally, the students learned how to calculate the weight of concrete and how these calculations apply to the ongoing Road America project.

Mrs. Jentz and Mrs. Scovronski took a group of senior leaders to Cesa 6 on Wednesday for a leadership conference! Our students were involved in a day full of fun activities that sparked their inner leadership qualities and provided tools to guide them through tough moments with a strong forward-thinking mindset.

Congratulations to the sophomore class Top Readers:

Lucy

Mackenzie

Dina

Bella

Sawyer

Skyler

These sophomores read the most books quarter two. Each day in Mrs. Miller's English 10 classes, students begin the class by reading from books they have chosen. Also, any spare time students are not working on classwork, they are able to read.

Now, for quarter three, the Book Challenge will be each of the English 10 classes in competition with one another. The class that has read the most books (by percentage) will win a prize. Hopefully a little healthy competition will motivate students to read even more.

Way to go, keep up the great reading!

Senior Liam Forster has earned the rank of Eagle Scout, which is the highest

achievement in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) Scouts BSA program.

Liam has been involved in scouts for over 11 years, and during this time has

demonstrated his hard work, dedication, and leadership skills. He earned a total of 46

merit badges, and for his Eagle Scout project, he and his volunteers painted and added

shelves to one of the large gathering spaces in the new Omro Community Center.

Earning the rank of Eagle Scout is an amazing achievement, and approximately

4% of Scouts earn this rank. Liam’s accomplishments reflect his commitment to

Scouting’s values.

Congratulations on this achievement!

Madelynn placed 3rd at last night's FFA District 24 Discussion meet competition. The Discussion Meet Leadership Development Event allows participants to exchange ideas and information in an effort to solve a problem. It is an exercise in problem-solving using techniques of letting the participants discuss subjects, with the questions, answers and statements.

While our staff always has fun at work, today was filled with two extra splashes of fun for middle and high school staff.

~ Fox In A Pocket ~ A total of 8 fox heads were laminated and given to staff (3 middle school, 5 high school). Those staff members placed them in their pocket. Throughout the day, staff will be asking other staff if they have a fox in their pocket; if they do, it must be handed over. Any staff with a fox in their pocket at the end of the day can exchange it for a prize.

~ Find A Fox ~ There were mini fox figurines hidden throughout the building (12 for middle school, 20 for high school). When a figurine is found, staff can exchange it for a prize.

Special thanks goes to the organizers of this fun activity! This is one of many strategies that support a positive culture.

January 28 was a tough night for the Foxes. Both teams faced off against Kaukauna, with mixed results.

Boys' Varsity fell to the undefeated Kaukauna squad 7-2, dropping their record to 6-5 on the season. Omro posted high games of 204, 189, and 179, finishing with an average of 177. Daniel was flawless, converting all 18 of his frames with 10 strikes and 8 spares, while also registered 10 strikes.

Girls' Varsity also lost to Kaukauna in a close 4-5 match, bringing their season record to 4-7. The team had high games of 168 and 130, with an average of 115 over 9 games. Haley contributed 5 strikes, and Isabella added 6 spares, despite only appearing in 13 frames.

On Thursday, the teams faced Oshkosh North in a competitive match. The boys team struggled, ultimately losing 7.5 to 1.5, despite strong individual performances with high games of 205, 192, and 188. On the other hand, the girls team triumphed on Senior Night, securing a 7-2 victory. Their standout performances came from high games of 168 and 152, capping off a memorable evening for the seniors.

The wrestling team claimed victory at their home invitational, dominating the competition and securing four individual championships. Their strong performance showcased the skill and determination of the athletes, as they emerged as the top team in the event.

Last night, Foxes Wrestling finishes the Flyway Conference Dual season with another dominating win against the St. Lawrence Seminary Hilltoppers 58-24!!

Congratulations to you all!

The Omro High School Dance Team is advancing to State in both Pom and Kick! This is a remarkable achievement for the team, showcasing their talent and dedication! Congratulations, Ladies! And all the best at State!

We have a new way to connect with our guidance counselor, Mrs. LaFleur. Please go to the Student Resource page and scroll to the bottom.

This will take you to my our request form. We are hoping this will be an easier way for everyone to get in touch.

Oshkosh North High School will be hosting a Dress Closet event, offering a wonderful selection of free prom dresses, shoes, and jewelry for area high school students.

Here are the details:

• Dates and Times: February 6th and 20th (4:00PM-5:30PM) & February 7th and 21st (12:30PM-2:00PM)
• Closet Location: Oshkosh North High School, enter through door 7 and shop in the foyer.

Baseball, Girl's Soccer and Softball sign up sheets are in the office now! If you are interested in playing one of these spring sports, please stop in and sign up!

The National Honor Society is hosting its 4th Annual Toy Drive to spread holiday cheer to children in need! Donations of new, unwrapped toys can be brought to the varsity game or dropped off in the high school office. Your generosity will help make this season brighter for many families in our community. Thank you for your support!

Registration for Omro Youth Baseball/Softball Association (OYBSA) is now open! Omro Baseball Softball Association supports youth ages 5 and older in the area of Omro, WI, in developing passion and skill sets for baseball and softball. We support recreation teams through participation in the Waushara County league and tournament teams at select age levels. Please register on or before February 15. Any questions should be directed to omrobsa@gmail.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!

Come Join Us!

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

For ages 7 and Up!

Join friends, family and staff of the School District of Omro for a fun night out with the Wisconsin Herd! A portion of the ticket sales will be donated back to the school district! Omro students and families will be invited to participate in exclusive experience provided by the Herd, including:

• Band in the Stands performance
• National Anthem performed but the OHS Choir
• High Five Tunnel for all students
• 6 students randomly chosen to be Co-Captains

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

Next Week February 3-7:

Tuesday, Feb. 4: Bowling @ Hortonville 4:00pm

Tuesday, Feb. 4: Girls' Basketball JV2 @ Iola-Scandinavia 5:45pm

Tuesday, Feb. 4: Girls' Basketball JV @ Markesan 5:45pm

Tuesday, Feb. 4: Girls' Basketball Varsity @ Markesan 7:15pm

Tuesday, Feb. 4: Boys' Basketball JV2 @ St. Mary's Springs 5:45pm

Tuesday, Feb. 4: Boys' Basketball JV @ St. Mary's Springs 5:45pm

Tuesday, Feb. 4: Boys' Basketball Varsity @ St. Mary's Springs 7:00pm

Thursday, Feb. 6: Girls' Basketball Varsity @ Mayville 6:15pm (Time changed)

Friday, Feb.7: Boys' Basketball JV2 vs Campbellsport 5:50pm

Friday, Feb.7: Boys' Basketball JV vs Campbellsport 5:50pm

Friday, Feb.7: Boys' Basketball Varsity vs Campbellsport 7:00pm (Kid's Clinic Performs)

Saturday, Feb. 8: Powerlifting meet, Neenah

Next Week February 10-14:

Monday, Feb. 10: Boys' Basketball JV2 @ Lourdes Academy 5:30pm

Monday, Feb. 10: Boys' Basketball JV @ Lourdes Academy 5:30pm

Monday, Feb. 10: Boys' Basketball Varsity @ Lourdes Academy 7:00pm

Tuesday, Feb. 11: Girls' Basketball JV2 vs St. Mary's Springs 5:50pm

Tuesday, Feb. 11: Girls' Basketball JV vs St. Mary's Springs 5:50pm

Tuesday, Feb. 11: Girls' Basketball Varsity vs St. Mary's Springs 7:00pm

Thursday, Feb. 13: Girls' Basketball JV2 vs Denmark 5:50pm

Thursday, Feb. 13: Girls' Basketball JV2 vs WLA 5:50pm

Thursday, Feb. 13: Girls' Basketball Varsity vs WLA 7:00pm

See all rSchool Athletic Events here.

Everyone please come and support a great group of young men as we fundraise for apparel and gear for the upcoming season! See you all on the 2nd!!

Spring Senior Banners are scheduled for March 5.

Time Schedule:

• Track- 3:00pm
• Girls' Soccer- 3:15pm
• Softball- 3:30pm
• Baseball- 3:45pm
• Golf- 4:00pm

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• Voith Paper opportunities
• ThedaCare Clinic Assistant Training Program Opportunity
• Women in Pipe Trades
• Career Readiness Corner
• Upcoming Military/ College Visits
• Inspire WI

Qualified, motivative and loyal employees are the engine of Voith. Here at Voith Paper, we improve the lives of millions around the world, thanks to our extraordinary employees. We are looking for team members like you who are interested in long-term employment and growth opportunities within our company. We invest in your growth to help unlock your potential as leaders, innovators, and drivers of change. Be extraordinary and become part of our team!

Attached is our flyer and link to careers page is: Voith Group Jobs or jobs.voith.com

ThedaCare is excited to share a unique opportunity with graduating seniors who are interested in starting a career in healthcare! ThedaCare has partnered with Fox Valley Technical College (FVTC) to create the Clinic Assistant (CA) Training Program.

We are looking for motivated students who are ready to jump into new learning within the healthcare setting, but who aren’t quite ready to move fully into a secondary education program. We feel this would be a great introduction to healthcare for interested and dedicated students!

The first step is for interested students to apply to an open Clinic Assistant position with ThedaCare. Please see attached flyer for more information and a QR code to our open positions. We have cohorts staring this Spring!

Additionally, we would love to come and share more about what a healthcare career looks like to interested students during any course time or events happening at your school – we are always eager to share about all the innovative and exciting opportunities that a career in healthcare has to offer!

Don’t hesitate to reach out to Jodi with any questions- we are happy to connect!

Jennifer Fredriksen RN, MS

Ambulatory Director of Nursing

Jodi Koplitz, MSN, RN

RN Clinical Educator – Ambulatory
Phone | 920.419.7309

Lots of new events this month! A few items to note:

• New Inspire WI Career Readiness Platform Demo: Tune into a live demonstration of the new Inspire WI platform specific to Educators. A recording will be available if you cannot attend the live session.
• YA Showcase Tours: Several YA Showcase Tours have been scheduled for students to learn more about a company and the YA positions that will be available in 2025-2026. Students looking for positions are HIGHLY encouraged to attend.
• February Social Media Posts: Copy and paste posts to your social media platforms for parent/student awareness.
• Inspire WI Job Board: Several positions are being posted. Please share with students.

Check out the full Inspire WI calendars:

Inspire WI Events - Monthly

Inspire WI Eveinspirents - Career Clusters

Women in the Pipe Trades Open House, March 4 from 4-6:30pm at the UA 400 Training Facility- 2700 Northridge Drive in Kaukauna! Hope to see you there!!

We're excited to share the latest edition of the Career Readiness Corner, a resource designed to empower families and students with valuable insights and tools for planning their future careers.

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 beginning January 30!

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:

• 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

See this link for information and opportunities:

• 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