Cyclone Connect

Cyclone Families-

As we approach the end of the semester, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've embarked upon together and express our gratitude for your continued support.

As we prepare to wrap up the semester, we are impressed by the hard work, dedication, and resilience demonstrated by both students and families.

Final exams are just around the corner, and we understand that this can be a stressful time for both students and their families. We want to reassure you that our faculty and staff are here to provide the necessary support and resources to ensure a smooth and successful exam period. Reach out to your student's teachers for support as needed and encourage your student to use Cyclone Hour wisely!

Below is important information to keep in mind as we work to finish up the first semester of the 2023-2024 school year!

Now that the temperatures are dropping, I wanted to send a reminder that our main doors open at 7:10am.

Below is the final exam schedule for 9th through 12th graders.

On Monday, December 18th and Tuesday, December 19th we have early dismissal. Students can stay to see teachers for academic assistance as needed on either day. Lunch will be provided on each of the early dismissal days. Please note, bussess will not arrive until normal dismissal times on both Monday and Tuesday for those riding. Students will be expected to work with a teacher or hang in the media center commons if they are waiting on a bus or a ride. Teachers will have lunch from 12:25-12:55pm on both early dismissal days.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding final exams, please do not hesitate to reach out!

Advisory is graded on a Pass or Fail basis. Below is the rubric your student(s) Advisory teacher will use to determine if the student will receive a pass or fail on their transcript. Students who complete the activities listed below are eligible to earn .125 credits for Advisory. If you have any questions, please reach out to your student's Advisory (8th period) teacher.

Students can use the form below to request a schedule change for one of the following reasons:

• Missing a course that is required for graduation
• Incomplete schedule
• Enrolled in a course where the prerequisite has not been met
• Scheduled in a course where credit has already been earned
• Missing a class that is needed to meet minimum requirements for NCAA, Kansas Honors Curriculum, Pathway Completion Status, or OHS Honor designations
• NO TEACHER CHANGE REQUESTS WILL BE GRANTED

Refer to the OHS Curriculum Guide for details regarding course offerings, prerequisites, and career pathways.

Schedule change requests can be submitted beginning on Monday, December 4th. No schedule change requests will be granted after Friday, January 5th.

We have been notified the FAFSA application will open on Sunday, December 31st. Click Here to access information regarding the release.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Tharp!

Be sure to follow us on social media to keep up with our busy Cyclones, their sponsors, and for updated information regarding academics. We post information on our website as well. Click here to access OHS Website

Facebook @Ottawa High School

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Instagram @ohs_cyclones

Monday, December 4th through Friday, January 5th- Schedule change requests can be submitted via Counseling Department Google Form shared with students via email

Friday, December 15th- Final Exams begin after Cyclone Hour Period 1

Monday, December 18th- Early Dismissal, Final Exams Period 2, 3, and 4

Tuesday, December 19th- Early Dismissal, Final Exams Period 5, 6, and 7

Sunday, December 31st- FAFSA Appplication Opening

Wednesday, December 20th through January 2nd- Winter Break

Wednesday, January 3rd- Students and Staffulty return from Winter break

Email: whittakerk@usd290.org
Website: http://ottawaks.apptegy.us/o/ohs
Phone: 785-299-8020
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OttawaCyclonesHighSchool
Twitter: @OHSActivities