Friday Highlights
January 10, 2025
Mark your Calendar:
January 17 - Professional Development Day - Early Dismissal, 11:00 a.m.
January 20 - Martin Luther King Day - No School for Staff/Students
Next Week's Schedule at OHS:
Tuesday: Periods 1 - 4, A Day
Wednesday: Periods 1 - 4, B Day
Thursday: Periods 1 - 4, A Day
Friday: Periods 1 - 4, B Day - Professional Development Day - Early Dismissal, 11:00 a.m.
OHS Athletics:
Beginning this winter, all pay to watch sporting events will need to have tickets purchased online through GoFan:
$5.00 for adults / $3.00 for students & seniors.
FREE admission with Middle School basketball or Oxford Rec basketball uniforms
Tickets can only be purchased through the GoFan platform: https://gofan.co/app/school/CT67705
To view the list of athletic schedules, go to the OHS Website and select the tab for Athletics. Use the drop-down arrow and you will find schedules for each sport that is offered.
Jersey Mike’s Players of the Week: Congratulations to the following athletes for being selected as players of the week for their sport:
Week of December 16th:
Boys Basketball: John Bogart
Girls Basketball: Rachel Florin
Week of December 23rd:
Wrestling: Nate Wolyniec
Girls Basketball: Ava Kycia
Week of December 30th:
Girls Basketball: Kiley Harding
Boys Hockey: Sean Bush
Week of January 6th:
Boys Basketball: Cliff McSwain
Boys Swim: Colin Bailey
Indoor Track: Joseph DeLuise
Indoor Track: Allie Matos
OHS Health Office
As a reminder from Nurse Dani, students are NOT allowed to carry medication with them. Please fill out forms on PowerSchool if you would like your student to have Acetaminophen, Ibuprofen or Tums in school. When you log on to PowerSchool, go to forms and check off the boxes if you would like your child to receive any of these medications when in need.
Please be aware that these medications may only be administered if the forms are completed on PowerSchool. Verbal permission is not accepted.
CT State law requires that all students in 10th grade have a physical assessment. This assessment serves to document adequate immunizations and any health issues that may impact your child while they attend school. The physical exam must be dated after January 01, 2024. The front of the HAR form must be completed and signed by a parent/guardian. The second page must have all *asterisks areas completed.
As a friendly reminder your child must be fever free (without medication) and has not vomited within 24 hours before returning to school.
Does your child need to leave school early?
If your child needs to be dismissed early, please send them to school with a handwritten note. Upon arrival, your child should bring the note to the office to receive a dismissal pass.
Please note we cannot accept emails or phone calls for early dismissals.
If a note is not provided, parents or guardians must come to the school in person with a valid driver’s license to sign their child out.
Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring a smooth and secure dismissal process.
School Counseling
Senior Mid-Year Grades to Schools: Mid-year reports will automatically be submitted through Naviance to schools listed in the student’s accounts. The mid-year report includes Quarter one and two grades and excludes midterm exam grades.
Course Registration Process for the 2025-2026 School Year: Teachers will be working on their course recommendations for next school year this month. OHS course selection day is scheduled for Wednesday, February 5th. More information will be forthcoming.
FLEX Period: The School Counselors will be offering open office hours during the FLEX period in the LMC to address general questions related to course selection/college and scholarship applications.
Junior Parents:
Junior Parent College Information Evening
Save the Date for Thursday, February 6th - A College Information Session will be provided by the School Counselors at 5:30 p.m. in the auditorium.
Individual Student/Family Post-High School Planning Meetings: Meetings will begin on Tuesday, January 21st and can be held in person or virtually. Students can begin scheduling their appointments now through our calendar links during their free period. The appointment link is titled Post Secondary Planning Conference, which is a 40 minute time slot. *Students are required to complete the OHS Brag Sheet (posted in the Class of 2026 GoogleClassroom) prior to their meeting. This is the revised letter of recommendation packet that will be used by counselors and teachers.
Scholarships: All scholarships received by the OHS Counseling Department will be listed in Naviance. Students should check their Naviance accounts weekly throughout the winter for new opportunities.
The following scholarships are active now:
The Connecticut Building Congress Scholarship - Deadline Date: March 1, 2025
** $3,000 - $8,000 renewable for 5 years
The Milton Fisher Scholarship for Innovation and Creativity - Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
** $1,000 - $5,000 renewable for 4 years
The Benevolent Order of the Elks Derby Lodge Scholarship - Deadline Date: March 14, 2025
** Two $1,000 Scholarships
The Glenn Moon Scholarship - Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
** Multiple $2,000 Scholarships
The Rowland R. Strong and Edith H. Strong Memorial Scholarship - Deadline Date: April 4, 2025
** Award amount is approximately $8,000 renewable for 4 years pending verification the recipient continues to meet eligibility criteria. Students must demonstrate financial need and have a minimum 2.5 GPA. This scholarship application is available now on the OHS website.
Counseling Caseloads
Mancinone:
Grade 9: A - C
Grade 10: A - C
Grade 11: A - C
Grade 12: A - C
Angeley:
Grade 9: D - L
Grade 10: D - M
Grade 11: D - M
Grade 12: D - L
McRae:
Grade 9: M - Z
Grade 10: N - Z
Grade 11: N - Z
Grade 12 M - Z
Mancinone - https://appt.link/mancinonea
Angeley - https://appt.link/sarah-angeley
McRae - https://appt.link/mcraea
Social Work Spotlight:
Happy New Year from Student Support Staff! We wish all our students and families a warm welcome back as we begin 2025. As a New Year’s friendly reminder, we will be using Social Work Highlights to provide mental health resources, community providers, psychoeducation, and SEL information. Student Support Staff are looking forward to helping our students and families navigate 2025. Please reach out as needed. Student Support Staff include two School Social Workers and one School Psychologist.
Mrs. Randi Kubick, OHS School Social Worker ext.2362
Mrs. Nicole Connolly, CALC/OHS School Social Worker ext.2330
Mr. Kenneth Krenke, School Psychologist ext.2227
Performing Arts:
Want to stay in the loop about upcoming performances, events, auditions and more? Bookmark our 2024-2025 Performing Arts Calendar for live updates on all things performing arts! (choir, band, and drama) Please direct any questions to marquardte@oxfordpublicschools.org and crooksj@oxfordpublicschools.org.
Yearbook Information:
Yearbooks: Yearbooks are on sale and can be purchased by using the link listed below:
https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01100339
Attention Senior Parents: Parent ads are available to purchase! The deadline to purchase an ad for the yearbook is January 31, 2025. Prices vary based on the size of the ad. See the link below to place an order:
Ads: https://www.jostens.com/apps/jcom/router.mvc?affiliateId=1673572
If you have any questions, please contact our yearbook advisors; Ms. Aldrich or Mrs. Campbell. Their email address is listed below:
Booster Club
The Booster Club is excited to welcome everyone back for another fantastic school year. Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we are thrilled to have you as part of our amazing community.
Who We Are: The Booster Club is a non-profit organization committed to enhancing the experiences of our students, teachers and school programs through a variety of initiatives, events and fundraising efforts. Our mission is to support Oxford High School’s activities, arts and athletic programs that directly benefit the students. We are focused on enriching the school environment and building a strong sense of community among OHS families.
Upcoming Meeting Dates: We invite you to join us at our upcoming Booster Club meetings, where you will have the opportunity to share ideas, get involved and stay informed about what is happening at OHS. Listed below are the meeting dates for this semester:
- Tuesday, February 4, 7:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 5, 7:00 p.m.
All meetings will be held in the OHS cafeteria. We encourage all parents, guardians and staff to attend.
Get Involved: We are always looking for volunteers and new ideas to help make our school even better. If you are interested in getting involved, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Your participation, no matter how big or small, makes a huge difference. Our next meeting is Tuesday, February 4 at 7:00 p.m. in the cafeteria. Let’s work together to make this school year the best one yet! Sign up to be a member today at: https://bit.ly/2024OHSBCMembership
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you soon.
Dance Team Fundraiser: The OHS Dance Team is holding a raffle fundraiser where you can win a weekend in the Berkshires from Friday, February 14th - Monday, February 17th, 2025. A flyer is attached with details.
OHS Swim Trivia Night: Mark your calendars for Saturday, January 18th, and join us at the Oxford Grange for an evening of trivia and fun!
When: Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
Where: Oxford Grange (482 Oxford Rd, Oxford, CT)
Cost: $25 per person (includes 4 exciting rounds of trivia)
Details: Light refreshments provided, BYOB. Must be 21 or older to attend.
All proceeds will benefit the OHS Swim Team. Space is limited, so don't wait to secure your spot! https://bit.ly/2024OHSSWIMTRIVIA
Bring your brainpower and your friends for a night of friendly competition. We can’t wait to see you there! Any questions please contact Michele Hite (Mhite1124@gmail.com)
From the Principal's Office:
Happy New Year, Wolverines!
A reminder that midterm exams begin the week of January 20, and that January 21-January 24 are early release days for all students with an 11:00 dismissal. Please click HERE to access the exam communication that was shared with students and families on December 16. To help students prepare for midterms, our Student Council will be offering “Study n’ Snack” sessions during flex periods on Thursday, January 16, and Friday, January 17; two sessions will also be offered after school on Tuesday, January 14, and Wednesday, January 15, from 2:15-3:45 for any student interested in attending. More info to come from our Student Council!
The Connecticut State Department of Education will continue its practice of sending Rigorous Coursework letters directly to parents/guardians of students who have the potential to succeed in rigorous courses. These letters are being sent around January 10, 2025 to the parents/guardians of students in Grades 9 and 10 so students have time to plan their high school course pathway in advance of registration deadlines.
Lastly, OHS is looking forward to hosting our annual 8th Grade Parent Night on Thursday, January 30, at 6:00 p.m. in the auditorium. This event is open to current eighth grade students and their families and will provide an overview of programming offered to our incoming freshmen. In addition to the information shared by our administrative team, school counselors, and department chairs, guided tours of the building will be facilitated by our Link Crew students. We look forward to welcoming our future Wolverines, Class of 2029!
Enjoy the weekend,
Heather
