Friday Highlights
January 31, 2025
Mark your Calendar:
February 14 - Professional Development Day - Early Dismissal, 11:00 a.m.
February 17 - February Break - No School for Staff/Students
February 18 - February Break - 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
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 January 27th:
Cheer: Cheyenne Mullen
Dance: Jocelyn Boroski
Unified Sports: Jack O'Hayre
Cardiac Screening Event:
The In A Heartbeat Foundation (inaheartbeat.org) is offering FREE EKGs to anyone ages 8 to 25 on Saturday, February, 1st at Quinnipiac University from 9:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. See the link below for more information and to sign up: https://screening.inaheartbeat.org
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
Course Registration Process for the 2025-2026 School Year: Students will begin selecting their courses on Wednesday, February 5th, during Advisory. The Scheduling Portal in PowerSchool will remain open until Friday, February 21st.
Parents must digitally approve their child’s course requests by Friday, February 21st. This can be done through the Parent PowerSchool Portal by completing the Parent Request Approval Form, located in the Forms section.
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 ect.
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 are being held virtually or in person. Students should schedule 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 Benevolent Order of the Elks Derby Lodge Scholarship - Deadline Date: March 14, 2025
** Two $1,000 Scholarships
Milton Fisher Scholarship for Innovation and Creativity - Deadline Date: March 15, 2025
** $1,000 - $5,000 renewable for 4 years
Glenn Moon Scholarship - Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
** Multiple $2,000 Scholarships
David S. Miles Post 174 American Legion Scholarship - Deadline Date: March 31, 2025
** $1000 Scholarship
Vicki Soto Memorial Scholarship - Deadline Date: April 1, 2025
** 4-year renewable award totaling $12,000
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.
Oxford Greens Scholarship - Deadline Date: April, 12, 2025
** Multiple Scholarships ranging from $1000 - $4000
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:
This week in Advisory, students viewed a presentation regarding the risks associated with the use of e-cigarettes and resources available to quit nicotine use and addiction, called Outsmart Nicotine in the New Year. Did you know that in 2024, e-cigarettes were the most commonly used tobacco product among middle and high school students in the United States? According to the CDC, 1.63 million (5.9%) students currently use e-cigarettes. This includes 410,000 (3.5%) middle school students and 1.21 million (7.8%) high school students. There are many tools to help teens quit vaping. The Truth Initiative has partnered with the EX program and The Nicotine Dependence Center to develop a free online program that is customizable to your young person’s use. It is a free app (The Ex program) that provides day to day support for quitting and/or reducing use of nicotine and e-cigarettes. Besides digital resources, parental support and involvement is one of the most helpful tools.The first thing a parent can do is ask their teen questions to help get a better understanding. Questions such as: what made you start, what triggers your cravings, what’s been stressing you out, and how can I help, promote thoughtful conversations and increase connection and understanding. Being patient is another key tool, as withdrawing from nicotine can cause irritability and moodiness. Parents can help by removing temptation, such as getting rid of all vaping and e-cigarette materials. Make a plan with your teen on how they will deal with cravings and temptations from other peers. Lastly, connect your teen with active supports such as, mental health staff, online quitting programs, and school staff. You can work together with your teen to Outsmart Nicotine in 2025 and live a nicotine free lifestyle.
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
** Please be aware that the deadline to order the yearbook is Friday, February 28th. The price of the yearbook is $80.
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.
From the Principal's Office:
Beginning on Monday, February 3, we take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation for our incredible school counselors in honor of School Counselor Appreciation Week!
Our school counselors play a vital role in supporting the well-being, academic success, and personal growth of our students. Whether they are offering guidance, lending a listening ear, or helping students navigate challenges, their dedication and compassion make a lasting impact on our school community. To Sarah Angeley, Andrea McRae, and Alicia Mancinone—thank you for your unwavering commitment, your kindness, and the difference you make in the lives of our students every day. We are grateful for you!
Enjoy the weekend, Wolverines,
Heather