Daily Announcements
Today is September 13, 2024
School Hours
School Hours:
Doors open at 7:30am.
Classes start at 7:45 am and dismisses at 3:15pm on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Students are dismissed at 2:00pm every Wednesday for early release.
Students must be in their classroom by 7:45am to avoid being tardy. If you are late, you need to sign in at the office and get a pass before going to class.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Important Dates
The fall STAR testing window for 9th and 10th grade is Sept. 9-20.
Math: Sept. 9-13
ELA: Sept. 16-20
Makeup: Sept. 23-27
October 4: Blood Drive
October 7: Picture Retakes
October 10: Sophomores to FOCUS at the PAC
October 11: Staff Inservice; No school for students
October 14 - 19: Homecoming
REMINDER ABOUT CHROMEBOOKS!!
Students, please remember to charge your chrome books AT HOME and bring them back to school the next day. We do not have enough loaner chrome books to go around because you did not charge yours. These loaner chrome books are for those who need their chrome books serviced in some way. So again, make sure you are charging your chrome books at HOME so they are ready for the next day!
Dance Passes
Students interested in bringing a guest to the Homecoming dance who is not a current Omro High School student must complete a dance guest permission form. Forms are found in the HS office. Please read the form carefully to make sure you have all the necessary signatures and information complete. Forms are due back to the HS office by Tuesday, October 15th.
Spanish Club Informational Meeting
Are you interested in joining Spanish Club this year? The informational meeting will be held next Monday, September 16 during Fox Time (Check Flex for the location). Make sure you sign up in Flex. You do NOT have to be in Spanish class to join Spanish Club!! Come join us to participate in fun field trips and learn more about the diverse hispanic cultures (and eat yummy food)! There is more information on the table in the lobby.
Reminders About Gym During Lunch
- You may NOT go out into the hall way. You are either in the PAC or the cafeteria.
- Behavior expectations remain the same in the PAC as they are in the classroom.
- Inappropriate language and behaviors are not allowed and will result in you being removed for the next day. This includes tackling, rough, aggressive play, throwing balls at others, kicking balls across the gym and using profanity.
- You may NOT bring open food into the gym.
- EVERYONE needs to help clean up when the bell rings. It is not ok to just kick the balls to the corner of the gym for someone else to clean up.
- Nothing should be left in the gym, including water bottles, chips, trash...
- Always be safe.
- Remember, it is a PRIVILEGE to have the gym open during that time and if you wish to see it continue to be open, you need to be following all behavior expectations.
Open Council Application
Attention Juniors and Seniors. If you are interested in joining the team of students who coordinate Homecoming, Winterfest, Turkey Bowling, and spirit weeks, you should consider applying for the Open Council on Student Council. Open Council is looking for juniors and seniors who will add value to our team. Applications are due Friday, September 20th. If you have questions, reach out to Mrs. Scovronski.
Apply Here!
VEX Robotics is returning to OHS in the fall of 2024!
If you are interested in engineering, robotics and teamwork, then VEX is for you! Please fill out this survey and see Mrs. Whitney if you have any questions. You do not need to have any previous experience with VEX Robotics to participate. Go Foxes!
Join Us For Girls Night Out!
We are looking for 4 Neurodivergent and 4 Neurotypical girls to would like to make a difference and change lives! This is a six week commitment to group meetings that involve dining out, hair and personal care, social skills and goal setting. Learn new skills and gain valuable experience while making a positive impact in your community and beyond! If interested, contact Lindsay Loewe at lindsay@growingoak.net, Mrs. Connie Bernier at cbern@omro.k12.wi.us or scan the QR code!
THIS WEEK'S LUNCH MENU
Menu
Friday, Sept 13
Mini bagel pizzas or hot ham and cheese bagel
Rice pilaf
Fruit and veggie choice
SAND=Buffalo chicken
ATTENDANCE
Attendance Matters and So Do YOU!!!
"Success is based on attendance! The more you show up, the more successful you will be."
FOX FRIDAY REMINDER
Who would YOU like to nominate for Fox Friday? Fill out a form TODAY!
Fox Friday forms and the box to put them in are located in the MS/HS Media Center. Please take a moment to nominate students and staff you think deserve to be recognized for being safe, responsible, respectful and positive! You can also nominate staff you feel have made a positive connection, is a great role model or who stands up for students. Please fill out a form so we can celebrate our students and staff this week!!!
BIRTHDAYS
ATHLETICS
If you are in a SPORT, PLEASE READ!
REMINDER: EXTRACURRICULAR ATTENDANCE POLICY - PRACTICE & COMPETITION
***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.
Weight Room Hours
Starting Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays the weight room will be open for 45 minutes prior to the school day starting from 6:30-7:15.
Additionally, on Fridays of home games, Mr. Taylor will open it from 3:15-5:00.
FRIDAY NIGHT 5G LIGHTS
We need everyone to show their FoxPride. We have been selected by T-Mobile to have a chance to win money for our athletic programs. The Grand Prize will see Omro get a 1 million dollar stadium renovation!
All you need to do is go to Instagram and say why you have Fox Pride.
Step 1: Tag @omro_foxes and @TMOBILE
Step 2: Tell them why we deserve to be the winner
Step 3: Use the hashtags #Sweepstakes, # FN5GL, and #FoxPride
Step 4: Share and like every post you see supporting Omro winning the grand prize!
Let's make it the Fall of Foxes and for the next 60 days share why we have FoxPride!
Athletic Events for This Week
This week's athletic activities:
Friday, Sept 13: Football @ NFDL 4:30pm
Friday, Sept 13: Cross Country Invite vs. Multiple schools @ Winagamie Golf Course
Saturday, Sept 14: JV Volleyball Invite @ Steven's Point Area High School 9:00am
Saturday, Sept 14: Varsity Volleyball Invite @ Ripon High School 9:00am
See all rSchool Athletic Events here.
LIBRARY NEWS
Take a look at this month's Library Newsletter to see all the fun things happening this month. There are some fun activities you can take part in and helpful Library Tips & Reminders to look over.
Fun Library Activities this Month:
Rick Riordan Trivia Contest
Candy Guessing Game
Battle of the Books Information
Summer Reading Challenge Winners
How you can get a Public Library Card
I hope to see you visit the library soon!
DRIVER'S EDUCATION INFORMATION
Driver's Education Information
Students, if you are looking to get your temps or driver's license, you can contact Cruisin' Safely at https://www.cruisinsafely.com/drivers-education or Ries Driving School at https://riesdrivingschool.com/ for more information about the programs they offer!
WORK PERMITS ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE
The application is now live. A parent can access the site using these instructions. Payment is made directly to the department through the application, using a credit or debit card or by ACH direct withdrawal. Once the permit application process is complete, the Department mails a paper copy of the permit directly to the employer.
In addition, we have reorganized our employment of minors web pages. The information you need is linked at the bottom of this page, including a guide to hazardous and prohibited work, the hours and times of day restrictions for minors, and links to the appropriate statutes and codes.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us by email at workpermits@dwd.wisconsin.gov.
COUNSELOR CORNER
Attention Juniors and Seniors!
If you are currently employed or seeking a position in a career area of interest before graduation, there is still time to enroll in Youth Apprenticeship! Complete your online application now at YAWISCONSIN.org.
Youth Apprentice students
Reminder to all students in Youth Apprenticeship and those currently working and hoping to add Youth Apprenticeship this year, Friday at lunch there is a short meeting in the guidance office. Grab your lunch then head to the YA meeting in the guidance office.
If you are currently working and would like to add YA or would like to discuss if YA is an option with your current job, please attend!
988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE
Anyone in Wisconsin can call or text 988 or use the chat function via www.988lifeline.org to reach out and get the help they need. 988 is ready to provide support for anyone experiencing a suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis. People can also contact 988 if they are concerned about a loved one in crisis.
OPPORTUNITIES
Are you interested in Tae Kwon Do?
Special, $50 for your first two months, includes uniform! Program provides focus training, physical fitness, self-defense, discipline, team work and sparring. Check us out at www.omrotaekwondo.com or call 920-420-7426 to learn more!
CRISIS INFORMATION
988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE
Anyone in Wisconsin can call or text 988 or use the chat function via www.988lifeline.org to reach out and get the help they need. 988 is ready to provide support for anyone experiencing a suicidal, mental health, and/or substance use crisis. People can also contact 988 if they are concerned about a loved one in crisis.
IF YOU NEED TO REPORT A THREAT, HERE'S HOW
If you need to report a threat, please go HERE for more information!
JUST FOR FUN
Here's a little joke for you!
Why do bees have sticky hair?
Because they use honey combs!! 🤣
Have a great weekend!
2024-2025 Omro School District Calendar
THE SCHOOL CALENDAR CAN BE FOUND HERE.