OHS Newsletter

I know I have said it before, but... if you haven't gotten out to see one of our athletic events lately, wow, have you been missing it! We have so many students and teams to be proud of. Basketball, powerlifting, bowling, dance, and wrestling have NOT disappointed this season. The energy has been amazing. Keep up the good work students. We are proud of you!!

Go Foxes!!!!

Each month a student in the senior class is chosen to be the OHS Student of the month. The student is selected based on scholarship, citizenship, leadership, and co-curricular activities. The February Student of the Month is Ryan Schoeni. Congratulations Ryan!

Congratulations go out to the following students and staff member for being chosen as this week's Fox Friday winners! Thank you for demonstrating characteristics of the Fox Four and for being such great role models!!

Mrs. Rosenthal

Keefer Stapleton earned the Eagle Scout Rank, the highest rank a Boy Scout can earn, on February 6, 2024. Earning the Eagle Scout rank takes many years of hard work, service, and determination. Only about 5% of scouts ever achieve this award.

Keefer had to earn a total of 21 merit badges and 14 of those are required to earn Eagle Scout. Some merit badges can take 2-3 months to complete. Some examples of Eagle required merit badges are Personal Finance, Citizenship in the Community, Citizenship in the Nation, and First Aid, just to name a few. Keefer has earned a total of 35 merit badges.

Keefer also attended National Youth Leadership training 2 summers ago in Michigan. NYLT provides youth members with leadership skills and experience they can use in their home troops and in other leadership situations.

Keefer is also a member of the Order of the Arrow, which is the honor society of The Boy Scouts of America. It is composed of Scouts and Scouters who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Scout Law in their daily lives as elected by their peers.

Eagle Scouts value perseverance, discipline, motivation, leadership, accountability, and achievement. These qualities can lead to tangible benefits such as college admissions, scholarships, military rank, and career. Earning the rank of Eagle Scout opens many employment doors throughout life.

This is just a small glimpse into what a Boy Scout must do to earn their Eagle rank. There is so much more that goes into scouts and so much that a scout learns that they will carry with them the rest of their lives.

Keefer says, “The Eagle Scout rank has been the most monumental achievement of my lifetime. It has taken me over 12 years to earn. The experiences I’ve had, the people I have had the pleasure of meeting, and the memories I’ve made, are things that shall stick with me for the rest of my life.”

A group of students traveled to Oshkosh on February 7, 2024 to participate in the Oshkosh Noon Optimist Club's essay and speech contests.

Essay contest winners were: Nona Knepple (3rd place) and Marisa Percey (2nd place). These ladies' essays on optimism demonstrated their talent for writing and their passion for the topic.

Speech participants were: Achilles Jones, Haley Birschbach, Jaylin Hintzman, and taking third place was Logan Kiar. These students wrote a four to five minute speech on optimism providing great examples of how to be optimistic.

Congratulations goes out to all six of our Omro students for their hard work in either writing an essay or writing a speech!

The Girl's Bowling team is headed to State and doing so as District 8A Division 2 CHAMPIONS!

12-2 season record - tied with Kimberly for the overall best record in District 8A Division 1 or 2.

This is the program's 7th District Championship in 10years and FIRST for the girls program!

Christopher Cieszynski and Airie Frost have qualified for the State singles portion.

Christopher finished #1 in the district out of 200+ boy bowlers

Airie finished #3 out of 75+ girl bowlers

The team and individuals will compete at state the first weekend in March (3/1-3/3) in Ashwaubenon.

Go Foxes!!

The girl's basketball team beat Mayville on the road on Tuesday, February 6!! Congratulations, Lady Foxes!! Good Luck tonight in your game at home against Lomira!! Go Foxes!

Omro Wrestling has 8 earn All Conference and the team finished 3rd in the Flyway Conference Tournament!! Congratulations to you all!!

The Boy's Basketball team lead by Ryan Shoeni and Keenan Rahn with a combined 72 points extend their Flyway lead to 2 games!! Way to Go Foxes!!

Omro Dance team headed to La Crosse on Thursday after a community send off to compete at the State Dance Competition. The ladies took 2nd Place in their Division 6 Pom Routine!! Way to go!! We are so proud of our dancers!!

Congratulations to Tanner Piper for being chosen as SUPERFAN of the Game last week!! Thanks for being such a fun and supportive fan!!

Fans are selected on the following criteria:

• Dressing in Theme
• Leading Positive Cheers
• Showing Good Sportsmanship

Congratulations to Chloe Bulson, Keefer Stapleton, Vincent Voigt, and Xavier Penza for qualifying for State in Powerlifting!! We are so proud of you all!

During halftime at Tuesday Night's boy's basketball game, Maya Kasuboski was celebrated for signing her letter of intent to Dominican University! Congratulations, Maya!!

Photo Credit: Art Eichmann Photography

Congratulations, Airis Frost!! Our Quarter 2 Family and Consumer Sciences CTE Student Spotlight!

February is Heart Health Month; an annual observance dedicated to raising awareness about heart health and cardiovascular diseases. It serves as a reminder to prioritize heart-healthy lifestyles, learn about heart disease prevention, and support those affected by cardiovascular conditions.

One of the best ways to help keep your heart healthy is by choosing healthy foods. The foods you eat can have a big impact on protecting your heart. The Key Club has collected some recipes full of heart healthy ingredients!

Students in Intro to Psychology had fun playing with Legos and learning about research methods. Each group was tasked with building something out of Legos and writing down the directions or drawing a picture. Groups then had to switch Legos and try to rebuild them using the directions. The point was that if the directions (operational definitions in research and experiments) aren't clear and detailed, it is very difficult to replicate.

Key Club hosted a Half Time Heart Toss on February 8th to raise funds for the American Heart Association. February is heart disease awareness month.

Thank you to all who participated and to the AHA for donating some awesome prizes!

We have been blessed with a donation of items from Oshkosh Mid-Morning Kiwanis Club as part of “Project Undercover”. This project started with the Oshkosh schools and this year the Oshkosh Mid-Morning Kiwanis dedicated $21,000 to provide undergarments and socks to those in need. Omro Schools were included in this donation this year as well. These items are available to ALL students and come in a variety of sizes and styles. If you are interested in your child receiving any of these items, please contact your child’s school counselor no later than March 1st with what they need and the size(s) and we will discreetly package up what your child needs for them to take.

Omro Middle School:

Carrie Sabel

csabe@omro.k12.wi.us

(920)303-2301, ext. 2207

Omro High School:

Rachel Williams

rwill@omro.k12.wi.us

(920) 303-2319

Fan Bus to St. Mary Springs!!

Attention Students! We are going to provide another opportunity to have a FAN BUS on 2/16 for the boys' game at St. Mary Springs!! We MUST have 45 students in order to get the bus, so if you are interested in going, please come down to the office and sign up! We would love to fill that bus and have a full student section at the game!! Cost is $10 for bus and ticket. Come on, everyone! Let's GO!!

Notice of Annual Three-Year-Old Screening

The School District of Omro will be conducting a three-year-old developmental screening on Monday, February 26, 2024 at HB Patch Elementary from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children who will turn 3 years of age by September 1, 2024 and reside within the School District of Omro boundaries are eligible to be screened. The screening is offered annually to look at the areas of fine and gross motor skills, basic school readiness skills, speech sound production and communication. If a child is found to have significant delays after being further evaluated, programming such as the Early Childhood program or Speech and Language therapy may be recommended.

A letter and questionnaire about children’s development were sent to parents of children who are on the district's census list and within the screening age. If you did not receive a letter and questionnaire for your child, please contact Jaime Ellison at (920) 303-2300 x2249 or complete the screening questionnaire online at https://www.asqonline.com/family/5b4d1d. Appointments are needed to attend the screening. Please note that we do not screen children who do not currently live within the School District of Omro boundaries, even if you intend to apply for open enrollment for your child in the future. Contact your district of residence to inquire about their screening process.

CESA 6 will be hosting a series of parent webinars on the following three dates to learn more about Inspire WI:

• February 15th, 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. - Inspire WI: Learn how to boost college and employment outcomes Register HERE
  
• April 25th, 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. - Inspire WI: Connecting your student to career experiences this summer Register HERE

EmpowHER is inviting girls working in or interested in a

construction trades career path!

Tradeswomen Meet & Greet

Tuesday, February 13th

5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Local 400 Training Center

2700 Northridge Drive Kaukauna, WI 54130

RSVP HERE

RSVP Appreciated, but Walk-In's Welcome. Come as You Are.

5:30 p.m. Light Snacks & Refreshments

6:00 p.m. Round Table Discussion

Learn about some fantastic careers for females in the plumbing, pipefitting, pipe fabrication, welding, and HVAC industries. Meet women that working in the industry and take a tour of the US 400 training facility. March 6th, 2024 - 4pm to 6:30pm. PDF flier Let then know you are coming: RSVP

Omro School District will be presenting an all schools musical, Wizard of Oz.

The show will take place in the Omro High School PAC on March 15th @ 7:00pm and March 16th @ 2:00pm and 7:00pm. Stay tuned for more information regarding tickets.

Attendance matters and SO DO YOU!! Missing just two days a MONTH can add up to losing an entire year of school by graduation. Be an Attendance H.E.R.O! Here Everyday, Ready, On time!!

Students MUST be CALLED IN EVERY DAY that they are absent, unless they have a pre-arranged absence form filled out. Please call the attendance line and leave a message so we are aware that your student will not be in school. If the absence is illness related, please also note any symptoms they are having. Appointments may also be left on the attendance line. Students who are active in sports must be called in 24 hours in advance to be able to participate in practice on the day of their appointments. Call (920) 303-2300. Thank you!

Have you ordered your yearbook? Preserve your high school memories with the purchase of a 2024 Omro High School yearbook today!

A parent can access the the work permit 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. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact by email at workpermits@dwd.wisconsin.gov.

Take a look at all the fun things happening in the library this February! There is a new candy guessing game, trivia contest, reading challenge, exciting things happening at the Public Library this month, and more!

February Library Newsletter

Looking for health forms? Bus pass/ change request forms? Skyward help? There is all kinds of information on our Family Resources page on the district website! Resources for Omro High School students and families can be found here!

SKYWARD/GOOGLE CLASSROOM

Stay in touch with how your child is doing in class by checking Skyward and Google Classroom. Here are some resources from the Family Resources page to help you:

• Parent's Guide to Google Classroom

• Parent's Guide to Skyward: Family Access

Check out the School District of Omro App. We have made some improvements recently as well to include our daily announcements, newsletters and lunch menus now right at your fingertips!

Download for Android https://bit.ly/3Vi7WxT

Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3LF4wC5

Just a reminder that our school store is available ALL YEAR LONG! The school store will be on the Omro School District webpage. When you order you can pay right on the website and orders are shipped directly to you. There is a shipping and handling fee of $8.95 for any order.

There is so much to choose from. Please take time and look at the store catalog.

https://www.omro.k12.wi.us/families/school-store.cfm

Happy Shopping!

Health Office Newsletter for January. Please Click HERE for important Current Illness information for our area!

Care Solace helps you find mental health care providers and substance use treatment centers. They're available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, and 365 days per year to quickly connect you to carefully verified providers in our community. You can:

● Contact your child's 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 available at no cost to our students, families, and staff members. They will connect you with providers accepting all medical insurances including Medicaid, Medicare, and sliding scale options for those without insurance. All information 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 in 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

Well Badger Resource Center is an information and referral (I&R) service for Wisconsin individuals and families. Information and referral services create and maintain databases of programs and services, and then make sure, through a variety of channels and outreach, that you and others in your community know about those services.
Well Badger is a one-stop connection to community, social, health, and government programs and resources — so you can find what you need, when you need it.

The Navigator is a free, confidential, online tool designed to help parents, caregivers, and professionals navigate mental and behavioral health services for children, adolescents, and young adults under the age of 21! Just answer a few questions about the child, and the Navigator provides a customized guide to connect the child with the resources and support they both need and deserve.

Children’s Mental & Behavioral Health Resource Navigator (Navigator)

"It’s difficult for us to think about our kids struggling — especially when we may be struggling ourselves. However, it’s important for us to know that we can make a difference." Click on this link for some helpful information about checking in with your child regarding their mental health from the Wisconsin DPI Student Services/Prevention and Wellness team and DPI ConnectEd.

An opportunity for teens to build skills and make positive connections that will assist them in overcoming adversities. Individuals will have the chance to learn coping skills, how to better understand their emotions and build healthy relationships. Emphasis will be put on empowerment of strengths and finding healthy supports in order to foster growth and change. Mondays from 4-7pm at 206 State St., Oshkosh. 920-232-3320

Click HERE for the flyer.

Collaborative Wellness offers in-school counseling services for all ages as well as in-clinic. For information click HERE.

Please call 911 IMMEDIATELY in the event of a medical emergency, fire, disaster response, reporting a crime or any life-threatening situation.

Please call 211 if you need contact information for community resources such need of food, housing/ shelter, utility assistance, healthcare services or government services, substance abuse or mental health resources, transportation, legal services, counseling, support services or disaster aftercare.

Please call 988 for help with thoughts of suicide, mental health crisis, substance use crisis, or emotional distress or you need support handling a crisis.

Attention Students: If you are interested in an Engineering career and getting a jump start with a Youth Apprenticeship at Oshkosh Corporation, plan to attend the Oshkosh Corporation Engineering informational meeting during Fox Time on Monday, February 12th. Sign up today! For more details, please contact Ms. Williams (rwill@omro.k12.wi.us) in the guidance office

Join us for Spring Open House!
Tue., Feb. 27, 3-6 p.m. | Appleton Campus | Use Entrance 15

• Explore options for in-demand careers
• Tour the campus: get a first-hand look at high-tech labs & classrooms
• Talk with students & faculty
• Learn about dual credit, financial aid & scholarships
• Attend free info sessions: How to Pay for College & Early College Credits

Pay no application fee! Apply for admission at the Open House and we’ll waive the $30 application fee. High school seniors and older are eligible to apply. You must apply in person.

Omro Family Aquatic Center

is looking for lifeguards for the 2024 Summer!

OFAC offers a flexible, fun, and supportive work environment!

Job Description: We are seeking a responsible and attentive lifeguard to join our team. The ideal candidate will be able to ensure the safety of our guests while they enjoy our facilities. The lifeguard will be responsible for monitoring the pool area, enforcing safety rules, and responding to emergencies. The candidate must be able to work well in a team environment and have excellent communication skills.

Job Requirements:

• 15 years old (16 to be a swim instructor)

• Lifeguard certification

Starting Wage: $13/hour

Application: Linked here

Due Friday, March 8th at 4:30 pm

If you have any other questions, feel free to email us at omropool@gmail.com

INSPIRE Career Exploration Sessions

Attention OHS students: Check out these Career Exploration Events provided in the Fox Valley area. Log into your INSPIRE account to learn more. If interested in attending an event, please contact Ms. Williams in the guidance office. She will help you register and take care of any required paperwork.

Hispanic Scholarship Fund

The 2024 Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) Application is now open and closes on February 15, 2024, 5:00 PM PT.

HSF empowers students and parents with the knowledge and resources to successfully complete a higher education, while providing support services and scholarships to as many exceptional students, HSF Scholars and Alumni as possible.

Eligibility:

• Must be of Hispanic heritage
• U.S. citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA
• Minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for high school students; minimum of 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) for college and graduate students
• Plan to enroll full-time in an accredited, public or not-for-profit, four-year university, or graduate school, in the U.S., for the 2024-2025 academic year
• Submit the FAFSA or state-based financial aid forms (if applicable)

More information:

• It takes an average of 30 minutes for students to complete Phase I of the 2024 HSF Scholar Program Application
• No essays, recommendations, or document uploads are required in Phase I
• To get started, visit HSF.net and log into or create your myHSF profile to access the HSF Scholar Program Application

Please see this newsletter from FVTC Educational Support Services if you are a senior planning on attending FVTC and will be utilizing Educational Supports.

The local scholarship applications will be due on Thursday, February 29th. Seniors who are selected for any of the local scholarships will be recognized at our Senior Scholarship Night on Wednesday, May 22nd at 6 p.m.

Questions? Please contact Rachel Williams, HS Counselor, at rwill@omro.k12.wi.us or (920) 303-2319.

February 17, 2024- Local Solo/Ensemble @ OHS (Band & Choir rooms)

February 17, 2024- Winterfest Dance

February 19, 2024- Teacher Inservice- No School

March 2, 2024- HS Band/Choir District Solo/Ensemble Festival @ Omro

March 15th, 2024- @ 7:00pm- Wizard of Oz-All District Musical Performance

March 16th, 2024- @ 2:00pm and 7:00pm- Wizard of Oz-All District Musical Performance

March 19, 2024- 6:30pm A Night of Music (PAC)

Find the School Calendar here.

Find the rSchool sports schedule here.

Find the HS/MS Lunch menu here.