Student Council
Are you interested in planning memorable events for the student body? Do you have good ideas for Homecoming and Winterfest? Are you someone who likes to organize and execute events? If so, you should run for Student Council! Pick up a nomination form in the HS office and have 25 classmates and 4 teachers nominate you through a signature. Nomination forms are due to the HS office by Friday, May 10th. Elections will take place the following week.
Blood Drive, May 10 from 9am -2pm in the OHS Commons
May 10th Blood Drive from 9am - 2 pm in the OHS Commons. You must be 16 years of age to donate. Please see Ms. Jentz with any questions!
This link takes them directly to schedule an appointment.
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=OmroHS
May is Bike Safety Month
May is Bike Safety Month and what better way to kick off the start of May than with a Bike to School Day!
We have lots of prizes to hand out so if you bike or walk to school on Wednesday, May 8th make sure you enter your name in the drawing for your chance to win one of the following prizes:
Bike Helmet
Bike Bell
Bike Lock
Reflective band
Fidget Spinner
Omro Foxes apparel
$10 Kwik Trip Gift Card
Before School: Check in at the table by the Main School entrance when you arrive. Do you get dropped off or take the school bus? That's okay, you can still participate! Reach out to Mrs. Gee to see how you can take part. Everyone is welcome to grab a healthy snack to start your day! If you walked or biked to school, make sure to enter your name in the drawing to win a prize!
After School: We will have some fun activities at the Bike Shoppe located across from the Middle School parking lot. Stop by between 2:00 - 4:00 pm to take part in a group bike ride on the school trail, slow roll bike races, and more! We will also have a "fix it" station set up by our Bike Shoppe regulars to look over your bike if you need a tune-up or minor repairs.
Make sure you check your breaks, pump up your tires, and dust off your helmets. May 8th, we ride!
May Library Newsletter
Happy May!
Take a look at the fun things happening in the Library this month! There is a new guessing game, a summer reading challenge, and the winner from last month's bookmark challenge was announced!
Don't forget to check out the Library Tips & Reminders to see when Library book and Chromebook check-in will take place.
Time is Running Out!
Have you ordered your yearbook yet? Time is running out! Click this link to order now!
Just a reminder...
Work Permits Are Available ONLINE ONLY
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.
EXTENDED!! School District Summer Help
Are you looking for a summer job? Come work for us at the school!! Job duties are custodial, maintenance and grounds. Pay is $13.50/hr. up to 40 hours per week (flexible) starting June 10th (flexible on start date) through mid-August.
Must be at least 16 years old. Pick up an application in the office!
Bellin Healthcare Career Showcase
Here are some exciting events that are coming up in the next few weeks:
Monday, May 6 (11:15-3:00): International Foodie Tour - Downtown Appleton
Thursday, May 9 (12:30-3:30): WDS Construction Event - Beaver Dam
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 (8-11 or 12-3): Bellin Health Care Event - Green Bay
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 (8:30-11:30): Dodge County Criminal Justice Day - Juneau
Thursday, May 16, 2024 (9:00-11:00): Stuart's Landscaping at Grande - Fond du Lac
Stuart's Landscaping at Grande
Thursday, May 16, 2024 (12:30-2:00): Christian Servant's Home Care - Kaukauna
Part Time Opportunity
Are you looking for a local part-time job? Omro Care Center is looking for a high school student (at least 16 years old) to work as a Dietary Aide for their weekday shift (4:30 - 7 p.m.) and optional weekend shift (7 a.m. - 2 p.m.). Pay is $14 per hour. If you are interested, please call Tammy, Dietary Manager, at 920-685-2755 #216 and then plan to stop by the Omro Care Center and pick up an application. For more information, contact Ms. Williams in the Guidance Office.
Miss Rural Winnebago
Each year in Winnebago County a female is selected as a year-long ambassador for “rural” Winnebago. This year we are crowning our 56th Miss Rural Winnebago and I would love your help and support in spreading this opportunity across the county!
This position is open to:
A person interested in attending local events to learn about and promote the “rural life” of Winnebago County.
Females ages 13-17 years.
Resides in or attends school in Winnebago County, WI.
No agricultural background or related experiences are required.
A person willing to volunteer a year of service as MRW.
Miss Rural Winnebago is not a pageant program, and the election process includes a formal interview with two judges on June 8th. The elected Miss will have the opportunity to develop interpersonal skills and professional connections that will go beyond her year of service. 2024 MRW applications are due May 31st.
To learn more about the program you can also visit www.missruralwinnebago.wixsite.com/mrwwi.
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. Dubinski, 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 Week's Home Games
May 6- Varsity Baseball, 5:00pm vs St. Lawrence Seminary
May 6- Varsity Softball, 5:00pm vs WLA
May 7- Varsity Baseball, 5:00pm vs North Fond Du Lac
May 7- Varsity Softball, 5:00pm vs Laconia
May 7- JV Softball, 6:30pm vs Laconia
May 8- JV Softball, 4:30 vs Chilton
May 11- Varsity Softball, 11:00am vs Westfield
May 11- JV Softball, 1:30pm vs Westfield
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!!!
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
Mental Health Awareness Month
For Mental Health Awareness Month, we have an opportunity to break the stigma around mental health in our campus by talking openly, compassionately, and kindly to each other. No one should ever struggle alone.
School staff are the backbone of student well-being, but remember that you also can’t pour from an empty cup.
During Mental Health Awareness Month, NAMI joins the mental health community to reaffirm our commitment to building our understanding of mental illness, increasing access to treatment and ensuring those who are struggling know they are not alone.
If you or someone you know wants to be connected to a mental health care provider, contact Care Solace, a complimentary and confidential mental health care coordination service provided by School District of Omro:
- Call 888-515-0595. Multilingual support is available 24/7/365.
- Visit www.caresolace.com/omro and either search on your own OR click “Book Appointment” for assistance by video chat, email, or phone.
Don’t hesitate to ask for help, use the resources around you, and never give up hope.
Care Solace- Every person deserves access to mental health care.
The School District of Omro continues to be committed to the well-being of our students, staff, and families to create a safe and healthy learning environment.
The care team is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and 365 per year to quickly connect you to carefully verified providers in our community. Students, families, and staff members may access Care Solace services in the following ways:
● Contact your school counselor, to ask for assistance for a referral
● Call (888) 515-0595 at any time. A dedicated Care Companion will help you every step of the way to research options, secure appointments, and follow up to make sure it is a good fit.
● For an anonymous search, answer a few questions to get matched with an extensive list of care providers at https://www.caresolace.com/site/omro
Care Solace is now available at no cost to our students and families. They will connect you with providers accepting all medical insurances including Medicaid, Medicare, and sliding scale options for those without insurance. All information entered through the Care Solace tool is completely confidential and securely stored.
Please note: This service is an optional resource available by choice and is not mandatory to use. Care Solace is not an emergency response service or mental health services provider. In the event of a life-threatening emergency:
Dial 911 or the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or
Dial 988 - for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
If you are interested Care Solace connecting you to counseling-related services for your child, yourself, or another family member, please contact Care Solace directly, or reach out to your school's counselor:
● HB Patch/OES : Tracy Rees, trees@omro.k12.wi.us , 920-685-3100 ext.2683
● Omro Middle School : Carrie Sabel, csabe@omro.k12.wi.us , 920-303-2301 ext.2207
● Omro High School : Rachel Williams, rwill@omro.12.wi.us , 920-303-2319
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.
It IS Pretty Funny Though!
We can all admit there are only a few things more amusing than watching a puppy discover its tail for the first time, stopping at nothing to catch it. But why do some dogs continue to do this?
Dogs chase their tails for two main reasons: to entertain themselves (especially in puppies who are still figuring out that their tail is attached to their body!) or a compulsive behavior issue. Unless your dog is excessively chasing and biting its tail though, it’s more than most likely the first reason!