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A Newsletter from Onalaska High School December 2014 ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

Important Dates Empty Bowls ........................... Dec. 5 WXOW Concert...................... Dec. 8 Vocal Music Concert .............. Dec. 8 Sleigh Ride ............................ Dec. 13 Holiday Break .......... Dec. 24 – Jan. 2 Show Choir Classic ........ Jan. 16 – 17 Final Exams ................... Jan. 21 – 23 Early Dismissal ...................... Jan. 23 No School .............................. Jan. 26

In This Issue Dancing with the O’Club Stars ............... 1 Important Dates ...................................... 2 Math Help Hours .................................... 2 Inclement Weather Policy ....................... 3 Holiday Concerts .................................... 3 Show Choir Classic ................................ 4 Burracho Topper Band Night.................. 5 Onalaska Food Pantry ............................. 5 Academic Honors Recognition ............... 6 Open Enrollment .................................... 7 Final Exam Schedule .............................. 8 Order a Yearbook?.................................. 8 Empty Bowls .......................................... 9 Information for non-school events .......... 9 Yearbook seeking photos ...................... 10 Give Kids A Smile ................................ 10 World Language Department ................ 11 Students of the Month ........................... 12 Freddy Extra Effort Award ................... 13 Severe Weather ..................................... 14 Honor an Educator ................................ 14 Vaccination Clinics............................... 15 Positive Prevention Strategies............... 16 Student Services Update ............... 17 – 26 ACT Dates ............................................ 17 OHS Job Board ..................................... 17 Sophomore Wisconsin Leadership ........ 18 Course Selections 2015-16 ................... 19 Opportunities for Juniors ...................... 20 Senior – Class of 2015 .......................... 20 Financial Aid and Scholarship ............. 21 Wisconsin Covenant ............................ 22 ACT Prep Course ................................. 23 Upward Bound Program ....................... 23 WTC fall Career Coach dates ............... 24 COMPASS Test at OHS ....................... 24 Transcript Requests .............................. 24 Opportunities ........................................ 25 Scholarships.......................................... 26 Activities ...................................... 27 – 30 Sportsmanship goals/expectations ........ 27 OHS Calendar of Events ....................... 28 MVC Fall Academic All-conference .... 29 MVC Fall All-conference teams ........... 30 November Menu ................................... 31

FREDDY’S FOOTNOTES

The staff at Onalaska High School would like to wish everyone a healthy and prosperous New Year!

Congratulations to the winners of the 2014 “Dancing with the

O’Club Stars” contest held on November 14.

Stephanie Symons – Female Athlete Partnered with

show choir member Shane Kucharczyk.

Bjarki Sigurdarson – Male Athlete

Partnered with dance team member

Grace Smaby.

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Important Dates Winter Band Concert ...................................................................... Monday, December 1 --- 7:30 PM in the PAC Empty Bowls .................................................................. Friday, December 5 --- 5:00 – 7:00 PM in the Commons WXOW Concert ............................................................. Monday, December 8 --- 6:40 PM --- Viterbo University Vocal Music Winter Concert .......................................................... Monday, December 8 --- 8:00 PM in the PAC Sleigh Ride .................................................................................... Saturday, December 13 --- 7:30 PM in the PAC Holiday Break – No School ......................................................................... December 24, 2014 – January 2, 2015 Show Choir Classic ................................................................................ Friday, January 16 – Saturday, January 17 Final Exams ............................................. Wednesday, January 21, Thursday, January 22 and Friday, January 23 Early Dismissal ....................................................................................................... Friday, January 23 – 12:50 PM Staff Development – No School .............................................................................................. Monday, January 26

Math Department Help Hours Teacher Prep Period Room Mr. Arneson 5th, 8th 107 Ms. Burns 4th, 5th 110 Mr. Fredrick 4th, 7th 102 Mr. Frerks 4th, 5th 101 Mr. Hoehn 2nd, 7th 104 Mrs. Stetter 2nd, 7th 108 Mr. Wojta 3rd, 6th 105

Please contact any of the math teachers if you need help. Bring your textbook, notes and homework with you.

Ideas: Attend Test Morning Review Request Permission to attend a second class Attend Resource Complete insurance for test-retake option

Online resources

Common Core State Standards Engaging in a mathematics curriculum that supports the development of “Persevering Problem Solvers” requires a balance between exploring current topics that create intrigue and developing accurate and efficient skills. We invite you to view the video at http://www.ted.com/talks/dan_meyer_math_curriculum_makeover.html This will provide insight to some of the changes happening in the transition to the Common Core State Standards. Additional information about CCSS can also be reviewed at http://www.corestandards.org/the-standards/mathematics. As always you are welcome to contact your child’s teacher for more detail about a successful year in math.

Need Homework? - Simply email Teachers from Power School When you are going on vacation, it is the students’ responsibility to get homework in advance by using a Pre-Arranged Absence Sheet found online or in the main office.

If your child is ill and unable to make it to school, you may go into your Power School account and click on any teacher to email them if you are concerned about what they are missing. If necessary you can ask the teachers to bring homework to the office for pick up. If you do not have access to a computer you can call the main office

at 783-4561 before 9:00 AM to see if we would be able to collect homework for you on the 3rd day of the

absence. Homework would be picked up in the main office prior to 3:15 PM.


2014 Sleigh Ride Concert Onalaska High School

Hilltopper and Express Show Choirs

When: Saturday, December 13, 2014; 7:30 PM

Where: Claude C. Deck Performing Arts Center Onalaska High School

Admission: Adults $5.00 Seniors & Students $4.00 Maximum family rate $20.00 General Admission Seating

Student baked treats will be available during

intermission for a free will donation.

Parents, students, family and the community are invited to experience this wonderful holiday tradition featuring several solos and ensembles in addition to the competition shows.

Inclement Weather Policy Schools will be closed for inclement weather after review by the Onalaska Superintendent of Schools, Fran Finco, Ed. D. and the School Board President, Ann Garrity. Local radio stations will be notified by 6:00 AM of the closing, or delayed opening of school.

Mark your Calendar for Special Holiday

Events

Monday, December 1 Winter Band Concert, 7:30 PM --- OHS PAC.

Monday, December 8 WXOW Holiday Concert --- at 6:40 PM --- Viterbo.

Monday, December 8 Vocal Music Winter Concert, 8:00 PM --- OHS Performing Arts Center. Includes: Men's Choir, Women's

Choir, Select Women's Choir, Concert Choir, and Carolers

Holiday School Schedule

Please make note of the holiday schedule beginning December 24 through January 2, school resumes on January 5. January includes an early dismissal day on January 23

rd and no school on

January 26th

for Staff Development.


If you are interested in following what is happening in the School District of Onalaska, check out these two blog links. One is a link to the good news as communicated through the district's blog and the other is Superintendent Fran Finco's blog. Both will keep you up to date on district happenings. School District of Onalaska Blog:

http://onalaskaschooldistrict.wordpress.com/

Superintendent Fran Finco's Blog:http://franfinco.wordpress.com/

Changes in Student Information

If you have any changes throughout the year in your child’s information, please contact our Pupil Services office at 783-4610.

This information would include:

• address/phone number

• parent/guardian information

• emergency contacts

• health issues

• email address

Parent Liaison Information The role of Parent Liaison was created through the Wisconsin Statewide Parent-Educator Initiative (WSPEI) to aid in the support of families with children or adolescents who have special needs. The Parent Liaison for the Onalaska School District is:

Vicky Shanley 214 15th Ave N, Onalaska

608-317-0275 [email protected]

If you are the parent of a child with special needs, please contact Vicky if you have any questions about the special education process.

2015 Onalaska Show Choir Classic Mark your calendar for the 2015 Show Choir Classic

Get ready to kick off the new year in musical style! Plan to attend the twenty-eighth annual Onalaska Show Choir Classic on Friday and Saturday, January 16th and 17th, 2015. The Classic is regarded as one of the top show choir competitions in the United States, showcasing a wonderful variety of choirs from all over the Midwest. It’s a weekend not to be missed!


The Onalaska Food Bank hours are as follows:

Monday 5-7 p.m.

Tuesday 9-11 a.m. Location: West end of the American Legion parking lot.

Wednesday 9-11 a.m.

Thursday 9-11 a.m.

Friday 9-11 a.m.

These hours were made to better accommodate customers with a varied work schedule and

provide an evening time for donors to contribute food items. As always, donations are appreciated

throughout the year.

The 2014/15 Onalaska HS Marching Hilltoppers & Burrachos Fresh Mexican Grill

Proudly Present A “BURRACHO Topper BAND NIGHT”

On Thursday, December 18, 2014 from 4pm-9pm

20% of all sales from this event will be given directly back to the Onalaska HS Band!

Just PRINT, and then PRESENT this flyer when you place your meal order,

OR simply wear ONALASKA HS PURPLE and let the staff know you are ‘with the band’!

Enjoy a night out AND help the OHS Band at the same time!!

See you at BURRACHOS of Onalaska on Thursday (12/18/14)!

OR Call for carryout: 608-781-5900 Muchas Gracias!

9432 State Road 16 - Onalaska, WI

Parent Teacher Conferences to be held in

March The following dates have been selected for Spring 2015 Parent Teacher Conferences at OHS: Monday, March 9 12:00 – 8:00 PM Tuesday, March 10 12:00 – 8:00 PM

First quarter report cards were mailed out the week of November 17. If you did not receive a report card, please contact the Student Services office for a copy.

Did you receive a first

quarter Report Card?


Congratulations to those students who earned a 3.5 grade point average during the 2013-2014 school year. These students were honored at our eleventh annual Academic Honors Recognition Ceremony held on Monday, November 3.

Sophomores Berger, Kyle Birdsong, Connor Borene, Josephine Bowman, Sally Breiling, Karli Buhrow, Jessica Butler, Jordenne Christenson, Allison Conway, Kelsey De Boer, Zoe Delaney, Marissa Diermeier, Drew Duin, Brayton Earll, Zachary Fredrickson, Noah Freybler, Addison Gargaro, Morgan Garves, Taylor Goethel, Madeline Grapes, Karissa Gumz, Benjamin Halderson, Steven Hallstead, Ruth Havenstrite, Elizabeth Hosch, Alexa Houskamp, Ethan Hubbard, Sydney Hughes, Tyler Johnson, Veronica Jones, Megan Kabliska, Grace Kalosis, Makenna Knickrehm, Melissa Knorr, Madeline Korish, Devyn Krohn, Chloe Krueger, Mikayla Laux, Jennifer Lock, Isaac Lubinsky, Haley Luce, Christine Magiera-Kmiecik, Zylan Malzacher, Jacob Marcon, Alexis Markworth, Erin Milikovic, Milos Naik, Samuel Namazi, Darius

Ni, Jessica O’Donnell, Sierra Olson, Cortney Parker, Raymon Plantz, Lauren Platt, Christian Popowich, Natasha Pretasky, Anna Rayhan, Shafee Rinartz, Zachary Rothering, Peyton Schmeling, Hallie Schmidt-Sanders, Alivia Shapiro, Sidney Singvah, Promise Snyder, Hannah Solie, Katherine Stenger, Riley Thies, Mallory Thomas, Zachary Turriff, Tyler Vue, Golsee Vue, Pa Chia Vuich, Maris Wang, Justin Wenberg, Lauryn Wiebke, Melissa Wied, Perry Xiong, Vinson Yaeger, Abigail Zubich, Jalen Juniors Anderson, Caroline Anderson, Chazlyn Brownell, Amalia Burkhardt, Elyse Carlisle, Katherine Cochlin, Brianna Coorough, Alyssa Dabrowski, Samuel Davidson, Benjamin Davis, Mackenzie Devine, Alyssa Duesenberg, Emily Ebner, Tyler Ernst, Konrad Fischer, Lindsey Franke, Shaylyn

Gatica, Daniela Gilbertson, Katelin Giunta, Emma Hanson, Bailey Harding, Andrew Havlicek, Nicholas Henshaw, Jason Hernandez, Alyson Hess, Abigail Hibshman, Keaton Hinytzke, Tyler Honadel, Jacob Houskamp, Alyssa Hulse, Calvin Johnson, Hannah Kepler, Peyton Klipp, McKenzie Krueger, Anne Krueger, Taryn Kucharczyk, Shane Larkin, Michaela Larsen, Hannah Linzmeyer, Kelsey Loy, Isabelle Lyon, Sierra Mason, Sean Mastin, Sierra Mathy, Tanner McCauley, Kaitlyn McCumber, Brookelynn McGowan-Cataldi, Benedetto McKee, Kenzie Mensendiek, Elizabeth Miller, Marisah Mueller, Analiese Mutch, Natalie Netwal, Alec Nowacki, Amanda Olson, Alex Olson, Kylie Pestana, Serina Peyer, Madison Pischke, Alexandria Potts, Autumn Roes, Trevor Roesler, Austin Runde, Spencer Saner, Abigail

Schaller, Mariah Schaller, Mitchell Schneider, Samantha Sell, Maria Sly, Savannah Smick, Brendan Socha, Ellen Sopher, Andrew Spaeth, Spring Squire, Cole Stage, Sabrina Storm, Addison Stout, Alexis Stout, Hunter Strittmater, Gabrielle Talbi, Rkia Teale, Ellie Tobert, Kathryn Trannel, Molly Trotnic, Aubrey Trueblood, Kaitlyn Vandervennet, Michael Vinz, Allyssa Waltz, Shannyn Wiebke, Amanda Wilson, Madelynn Wissink, Danielle Yang, Chen Yang, Melanie Seniors Birdsong, Garrick Bluske, Tyler Bott, Shelby Brooks, Autum Connaughty, Parker Deyo, Rutger Dolezel, Brandi Ericson, Drew Fisher, Christine Freybler, Asher Gallup, Tokata Gargaro, Brendan Goethel, Alexis Grapes, Katlin Gu, Mingsi (Mike) Gumz, Alexander Hansen, Thomas Hawley, Alex

Heilman, Cayla Helming, Benjamin Hop, Emily Hougom, Cody Hutson, Bennett Jaszczyk, Aleksandra Koller, Erin Kriewald, Casey Landgraff, Alexis Larson, Alexandra Laursen, Lucee Leisso, Michael Lommen, Claire Lor, Judy Lubinsky, Austin Lund, J. Reece Maddasion, Brianna Metry, Hannah Mooney, Joshua Nowacki, Joshua Platt, Joshua Rohe, Justin Rosacker, Sarah Rouse, Bryn Sample, Mariah Shapiro, Jacob Sherwood, Anna Sigurdarson, Bjarki Slade, Cora Smaby, Grace Snyder, Erik Sorenson, Jenna Squire, Matthew Stevens, Isabelle Symons, Stephanie Thao, Pang Thometz, Elizabeth Todd, Michaela Vang, Pa Zong Verdon, Trevor Vuich, Ross White, Halley Wieman, Jack Wise, Brendan Witz, Joseph Yang, Kristin Zelm, Alyssa


You may apply for OPEN ENROLLMENT from February 2 – April 30, 2015

Who may participate in open enrollment? Students in 5-year-old kindergarten to grade 12 may apply to participate in open enrollment. Open Enrollment for prekindergarten, 4-year-old kindergarten and early childhood education is limited. Parents should call their resident school districts to find out if their preschool-aged children qualify for open enrollment. How and when may parents apply? The open enrollment application period for the 2015-2016 school year is from February 2-April 30, 2015. The application period closes at 4:00 p.m. on April 30, 2015. Late applications will not be accepted for any reason. Parents may apply in one of two ways:

• On-line (recommended) at http://oe.dpi.wi.gov

• Although on-line application is recommended, paper applications may be obtained from the Department of Public Instruction and must be delivered (hand-delivery is recommended) to the nonresident school district during the application period.

***** For more information contact:

Public School Open Enrollment Program Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

P.O. Box 7841 Madison, WI 53707-7841 Toll-free: 888-245-2732

Email: [email protected]

Web site: http://oe.dpi.wi.gov

Important Open Enrollment Dates February 2-April 30, 2015 – Parents must submit application online or directly to the nonresident school district. June 5, 2015 – Parents will be informed by the school district they want their child to attend as to whether their open enrollment application has been approved or denied and the building the child is assigned to. If the application is denied, parents have 30 days to file an appeal. June 12, 2015 – Resident districts must notify applicants if the application is denied. If the application is denied, parents have 30 days to file an appeal. June 26, 2015 – Parents of accepted applicants must notify the nonresident district of the pupil’s intent to attend the nonresident district for the 2015-16 school year. If the parent fails to make this notification, the nonresident district may refuse to allow the pupil to attend the district.


Final Exams Scheduled for January 21 – 23 Soon after your holiday break will be 1st Semester Finals. This year they are scheduled for January 21 – 23, 2015. They conclude on Friday, January 23 at 12:50 PM with Early Dismissal unless you have a test to make up in the afternoon.

Students will not be required to attend their study/commons hour during final exams. The commons area will be made available and supervised for study time.

The normal bus schedule will not change except for Friday, January 23, at 12:50 PM. Lunch will be served on January 23, but will be the last part of our school day.

In case of inclement weather the final exam schedule would be bumped ahead one day.

We encourage students to plan ahead and begin their studying.

Wednesday, January 21, 2015 Thursday, January 22, 2015 Friday, January 23, 2015 1st Hour – 8:15 – 9:45 2nd Hour – 8:15 – 9:45 5th Hour – 8:15 – 9:45 3rd Hour – 10:30 – 12:00 4th Hour – 10:30 – 12:00 7th Hour – 10:30 – 12:00 Lunch 12:00 – 1:00 Lunch 12:00 – 1:00 Lunch 12:00 – 12:50 6th Hour – 1:00 – 2:30 8th Hour – 1:00 – 2:30

Those students who have not yet purchased a yearbook can still order one by doing it online. To order a 2014 - 2015 yearbook go to: www.jostens.com and follow the links. This site is very user friendly, but if you have trouble with your online order the Jostens customer service number is 1-800-328-2435, and they are extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Yearbooks make a wonderful holiday gift for teens, (and don't forget about your international students). Yearbooks are $55.00, but options can be added. Just check the Jostens website for more on these options. Consider making this your gift of choice this holiday season. They are a wonderful remembrance for students. If you have any questions you may call yearbook adviser --- Therese Frana at 783-4561 X5125 or our Jostens representative, Dave Belland, at 796-0491.


Friday, December 5th, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM in the Onalaska High School Commons

Empty Bowls is a project that provides support for food banks, soup kitchens, and other organizations that help fight hunger. The Empty Bowls project is held throughout the world and millions of dollars have been raised to help fight hunger. Onalaska High School Art students have been busy making ceramic bowls to sell at this soup dinner. Each bowl will be accompanied by a recommended donation. Soups will be served in disposable bowls. The ceramic bowls will remain empty to remind us that there are always Empty Bowls in the World. Thank you so much to all of the students that have donated their time by making the bowls and helping

with this worthy cause.

Per Board Policy 1240 Public Responsibilities, the non-school related community activities/programs that have been approved for distribution will be posted on the District Website.

This approval does not mean that the events are school sponsored, nor do we necessarily endorse the activity.

http://www.onalaska.k12.wi.us/district/approvedact.html

On the district home page, under Parents and Students, select Activities by Outside Agencies to see a list of upcoming events. By clicking on the event, parents see a flyer/brochure that provides more information about the event and who to contact with questions.


Yearbook Staff Seeking Photos

If you have quality photos of students participating in Onalaska High School activities, please consider sharing them with the yearbook staff. Photos must be a minimum size of 3” by 5” at 300 dpi. Photos should be sent to Therese Frana at [email protected]. Please include the name of the photographer and a brief explanation of the photo(s). We are currently accepting photos of:

• Dancing with the O'Club Stars

• Winter Sports

• Homecoming

• Choir

• Band

• Show Choir

• Academic Clubs

• International Exchange Students (casual photos)

We are once again teaming up with Dr. Hulse in Onalaska to help “give kids a smile”. The ADA (American Dental Association) is presenting their Give Kids A Smile program to provide free dental care in local communities to children. The La Crosse District Dental Society is partnering with local school districts to identify children who could benefit from a free dental screening and treatment. Children are eligible for this dental care if they are:

• School age children (5-17 yrs of age)

• Eligible for the school free lunch program

• Are not receiving regular check-ups from a local family dentist or pediatric dentist

A FREE SCREENING EXAMINATION (includes x-rays) will take place on FRIDAY, JANUARY 9, 2015 FROM 3-6 PM, first floor of the Allied Health Center, 1300 Badger St., La Crosse, WI. At that time they will assign the child to a participating dentist in the area. The child will then be seen on FRIDAY, FEBURARY 6, 2015 for their FREE DENTAL TREATMENT. A parent or guardian must accompany the child on both of these visits. PLEASE CALL JULIE AT 608-779-5760 (EXT. 8012) TO SCHEDULE A TIME FOR YOUR EXAM. If you have any additional questions please call either your Onalaska School Nurse. We hope to make this event a huge success and your participation is vital. Julie Everson RN, MSN: 608-779-5760 ext. 8012


Onalaska High School World Language Department

LE DÉPARTEMENT DES LANGUES ÉTRANGÈRES • DEPARTAMENTO DE IDIOMAS DEL MUNDO DECEMBER 2014 • DÉCEMBRE 2014 • DICIEMRE 2014

Mrs. Amy Ticknor [email protected]

Mr. Brian Wopat [email protected]

Mrs. Christy DeRuyter [email protected]

Mrs. Victoria Carter [email protected]

Mr. Andy Beckstrom [email protected]

WORLD LANGUAGE STAFF

FACT CHECK

MYTH: Some programs

are able to teach people

world language in a

matter of days or weeks,

so there is no reason

why language learning

should take a long time.

REALITY: There is a great

difference between the

conversational phrases

taught by short-term

language programs and

the high level academic

fluency needed to

succeed in school,

college, and the high

skills job market. The

conversational phrases

taught by short-term

language programs limits

what the speaker is able

to do to basic situation.


Junior Class Student of the Month: Chen Xavier Yang

Nominees: Amalia Brownell Elizabeth Hare Madison Peyer Kaytlyn Rumelhart Spring Spaeth Doua Chi Vang

Senior Class Student of the Month: Ethan Turk

Nominees: Taylor Baldwin Thomas Hansen Casey Kriewald Hannah Metry Bjarki Sigurdarson Terra Stuttley Noah Truax

Freshmen Class Student of the Month: Yue Pheng Vang

Nominees: Adam Buege Rebecca Enos Allison Frauenkron Carter Melby Aiden Saddler Halle Taylor

Hayes Weiner

Sophomore Class Student of the Month: Abby Yaeger

Nominees: Austin Glynn Lucas Hackner Elizabeth Havenstrite Alexa Hosch Tyler Hughes Chloe Krohn Haley Lubinsky Natasha Popowich

Yue Pheng Vang Freshman

Abby Yaeger Sophomore

Chen Xavier Yang Junior

Ethan Turk Senior

Every month students who meet specific criteria are nominated by departments and voted on by the entire staff. The STUDENT OF THE MONTH honor goes to the student in each grade level who receives the most votes. The STUDENT OF THE MONTH receives a plaque, certificate, and publicity in the local newspaper. Criteria for nomination includes: long term academic effort and achievement: a high degree of life skills – respect, responsibility, teamwork, integrity, and initiative – demonstrated on a regular basis; and involvement in co-curricular

activities.


Kristin Yang

This award is given to a student who works above and beyond what is expected while displaying positive leadership and school spirit.

Three winners per month from any grade are chosen by the academic departments. The award is sponsored by the staff and is dedicated to promoting student success and school pride.

The FREDDY EXTRA EFFORT AWARD winners will receive a certificate, a gift from the staff and recognition in the Community Life.

Shaylyn Franke

Raina Elliott


Dear District Parents/Guardians, On severe weather mornings, prior to making a decision to close school or keep it open, I contact:

• the National Weather Service at NOAA.gov to check on the duration of the storm, the snow fall prediction, the wind

chill, etc.

• Ready Bus Company owner, Tom Ready, to discuss the road conditions

• other area school superintendents to see what they are planning and why.

Depending on how much lead time we have to watch severe weather develop, I sometimes talk to the City of Onalaska engineer the day before the storm to gauge what the City is planning and to discuss the time the road crews will start plowing. The final decision to close school or to have it remain open is made by 5:00 am. On days we close school, I contact the local television and radio stations shortly after 5:00 am so they can broadcast the decision. If it is after 6:00 am and the media has yet to post a school closing for Onalaska, chances are very good that school is on for the day. Even though I have contact with the areas superintendents the morning a decision is made, we don’t always agree upon the decision to stay open or close. Since Onalaska is one of the smallest school districts in the state in terms of square miles, we don’t have the bussing issues others have nor do we have the amount of extreme elevation differences other districts have. One thing I can assure you is that the decision that is made on those types of days are made with the utmost safety of all children in mind. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments at [email protected]. With regards,

Fran Finco, Superintendent

The Onalaska Education Foundation Honor an Educator for the Holidays

Would you like to make an Educator feel warm and appreciated this holiday season?

Give the gift that will continue to give for years to come. You can make a donation in any amount and include a personal message!

Donations to the Honor an Educator are invested in the Claude Deck Innovative Grant Fund. Every October our present and some past directors award grants to educators who have innovative projects that cannot be funded through the schools regular budgets. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please return this form to the Onalaska Education Foundation at 1821 Main Street, Onalaska WI 54650. Donations can be made online at - www.onalaskafoundation.org Name: Special Message (optional)

Address:

Email:

Teacher:

School:

Students name:



To Focus on Positive Prevention Strategies (as taken from the Drug Free Action Alliance-DFAA)

As a parent or other caring adult, when we look to prevent or change particular behaviors in children, we sometimes do

so by attempting to instill fear (scare tactics). When it comes to anti-substance use scare tactics, messages delivered

may go something like this:

� “See that mock crash, if you drink and drive, you will crash and you will die.”

� “Were you listening to the story that family told about their child’s drug overdose? If you take those pills, you

will end up the same way as that child.”

� “Look at those awful pictures of meth users. That is what happens when people use meth.”

� It is amazing that man is even alive to testify after his long and dreadful ordeal with drugs.”

The above statements are true. Drinking and driving causes death. Taking drugs, whether in pill form or otherwise,

causes overdoses. Meth users do have a distinctive appearance from long periods of heavy use. Hearing former drug

user tell his/her story of hitting rock bottom, then bouncing back in life, stirs emotions and inspires. While such tactics

certainly work to get most children’s attention, frighten them and evoke fear, the bigger question is, does it work to

prevent or change behavior?

Prevention experts say “no,” and herePrevention experts say “no,” and herePrevention experts say “no,” and herePrevention experts say “no,” and here’s why:’s why:’s why:’s why:

1. Youth are hardwired to defend against negative messaging: When the outcome doesn’t always match the

message being delivered to them, they may discount it. “My friend took those same pills to get high many times

and he’s just fine,” or “I know a girl who uses meth and she doesn’t look like those people.”

2. Young people filter information differently than adults: Most adults filter information using logic and rational

thinking. Most teens, on the other hand, are naturally driven to engage in riskier, more impulsive behavior.

Blame it partially on the adolescent brain, specifically the prefrontal cortex, which is the area of the brain

responsible for controlling impulses, exercising judgment and decision-making; it is not fully developed until a

person’s mid-twenties.

3. High-risk youth can be more attracted to risky behavior: Some youth are wired more strongly for sensation-

seeking and are more impulsive risk-takers. Present such a youth with the chance to rebel by getting drunk or

high and he/she may see it as thrill-seeking opportunity. The better approach here is to deliver a positive

message about non-use, so as not to give a child something to rebel against.

4. Strong warnings can send unintended messages: Overwhelming negative attention focused on anti-use may

unintentionally send the message to children that it is a widespread problem and everyone must be doing it.

Such misinterpretation leads to youth believing alcohol and drug use is the norm, that their peers are using, and

that peers would be accepting of their choice to use.

POSITIVE PREVENTION STRATEGIES: When it comes to preventing alcohol, tobacco and other drug use, you are

encouraged to focus efforts on teaching children what TO do, instead of what NOT to do, and reminding them regularly

that the majority of youth do not use. Research shows that parents and other caring adults can have the greatest

impact on young lives by guiding them to make positive decisions, showing them healthy ways to cope, teaching them

important resistance skills, and then giving them the opportunity to practice what they’ve learned.

Brought to you by Rita Van Haden – PS-IT, Prevention Educator with Coulee Council on Addictions www.couleecouncil.org


CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE…CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE…CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE…CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE… http://www.onalaska.k12.wi.us/ohs/studentservices.html

Onalaska High School Student Services

700 Hilltopper Place Onalaska WI 54650

Phone: 608-783-4571 Fax: 608-783-2604

Office Hours:

Weekdays: 7:00am - 3:30pm

Your High School Student Services Staff

Beth Gamoke - Ext. 5030 Serves students with last names beginning with A– Hd

Dean Tarasewicz - Ext. 5032 Serves students with last names beginning with He– P

John Horman - Ext. 5031 Serves students with last names beginning with Q– Z

Administrative Assistants Barb Nelson – Ext. 5029

Lisa Kutil – Ext. 5034

OHS JOBS BOARD Students: Check out the Job Opportunities Board on the wall outside of the Student Services office. You never know when the right opportunity for you will be posted, so check it often! Parents and Employers: Please feel free to submit childcare or employment opportunities you may have to the Student Services office for posting. You can reach us by calling 783-4571.

2014-2015 ACT Dates & Deadlines

Test Date Register By Late Registration (Additional Fee)

December 13, 2014 November 7 November 21

February 7, 2015 January 9 January 16

March 3, 2015 ALL juniors required to take this ACT for FREE. No registration

required!

This ACT score can count for college admission!

April 18, 2015 Offered at OHS

March 13 March 27

June 13, 2015 Offered at OHS

May 8 May 22 2015-2016 ACT Dates & Deadlines

Test Date Register By Late Registration

(Additional Fee) September 12, 2015

October 24, 2015

December 12, 2015

February 6, 2016

April 9, 2016 Offered at OHS

June 11, 2016 Offered at OHS


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Important Dates

December 5 Class of 2018 sophomore year course selection materials distributed and explained in US History

December 12 Class of 2018 sophomore year course selections due in US History January 5 Class of 2017 junior year course selection materials distributed and

explained in Biology January 12 Class of 2017 junior year course selections due in Biology January 21-23 Final tests January 23 End of Semester 1 January 30 Class of 2016 senior year course selection materials distributed and

explained in junior social studies classes February 6 Class of 2016 senior year course selections due in junior social studies classes

Eligible for Free or Reduced Lunch?

Any student who has participated in, or has younger siblings participating in the free or reduced lunch program should reapply each year, even if he/she does not eat in the school cafeteria. Many opportunities are available to students participating in this program such as fee waivers for tests like the ACT and scholarship/grant programs. OHS counselors often inform students of these opportunities but only know who is eligible based on this program. Applications for the School District of Onalaska’s Free and Reduced Lunch Program are available in the main office. Names of students participating in this program are kept confidential.

Need to see your counselor? OHS school counselors are available for appointments with students for a variety of reasons ranging from course advising, academic concerns, career exploration, post-secondary planning and personal/social issues. To encourage

personal development and responsibility in our young people, we encourage students to initiate these contacts, however parents are welcome to call or make appointments if they have concerns. Speak with our Student Services secretaries, Mrs. Kutil or Mrs. Nelson to schedule an appointment.

Sophomore Wisconsin Leadership Seminar:

The annual Wisconsin Leadership Seminar will be held this year at UW Whitewater on a weekend from Friday to Sunday in June, 2015. This high-energy weekend consists of team building, motivational speakers, community service, a college fair, panels of key leaders from industry, and endless leadership development opportunities. Onalaska High School can nominate one student to attend this conference for FREE. Interested students can visit http://wils.us/ or see their counselor for more information. Students interested in being nominated should let their counselor know by December 23rd, 2014.


Freshmen: It’s Course Selection Time!

Freshmen will receive their 2015-2016 scheduling information and forms for registering for sophomore courses in US History class on December 5th. Students will use their “Student Web Access” to the Power School website at: http://sis.onalaska.k12.wi.us/public to request courses online. Students will receive specific instructions on how to enter these selections online on December 5th. Online course selections and parent signed course selection worksheets will be due to counselors on December 12th. Many significant staffing, supply and course offering decisions are made based on the requests made by students. Students are encouraged to put careful thought into course selections, as counselors will not be able to make changes after the schedule is created.

Sophomores: Course Selection in Early January!

Sophomores will receive their 2015-2016 scheduling information and forms for registering for their junior year in Biology classes on January 5. The class of 2017 will be able to choose the math, English, social studies, and science classes that fit best for them. Please review the course descriptions and the “Interested in College” page in the Course Description Book, and talk to teachers, peers, and counselors before committing to courses for next year. Students will again use their “Student Web Access” to the Power School website at: http://sis.onalaska.k12.wi.us/public to request courses online. Students will receive specific instructions on how to enter these selections online on January 5th. Online course selections and parent signed course selection worksheets will be due to counselors on January 12. Many significant staffing, supply, and course offering decisions are made based on the requests made by students. Be sure to put careful thought into course selections, as counselors will not be able to make changes after the schedule is created.

Juniors: Course Selection in Late January!

Juniors will receive their 2015-2016 scheduling information and forms for registering for senior courses in social studies classes on January 30. Students will use their “Student Web Access” to the Power School website at: http://sis.onalaska.k12.wi.us/public to request courses online. Students will receive specific instructions on how to enter these selections online on January 30. Online course selections and parent signed course selection worksheets will be due to counselors on February 6. Many significant staffing, supply, and course offering decisions are made based on the requests made by students. Be sure to put careful thought into course selections, as counselors will not be able to make changes after the schedule is created.


Class of 2015 - SENIORS:

Apply to College Now! Seniors are encouraged to apply early to colleges and universities, as their admissions processes are now open; regardless of the KIND of school students plan on attending. Technical college programs, especially, fill quickly on a first come first serve basis. Many colleges will use admissions applications to check for scholarship eligibility in early December. It is also advisable to plan to apply ONLINE.

Our goal is for ALL seniors going on to post-secondary education to have applications turned in and processed by Thanksgiving!

Application Process: Once a student has completed their application, he or she should: 1. Bring completed application or counselor sheet from online application to Student Services if required. 2. Include letters of recommendation, if necessary. (Most schools do NOT require letters of recommendation.) 3. Include check for application fee unless paid online (no cash please). 4. Request a transcript in person in OHS Student Services. Transcript request fee: $1.00.

Some schools ask students to request their transcript on line using Send EDU or the common application. Counselors will fill these requests. (No additional form is needed) If you need your counselor to write a full letter of recommendation, students should ask their counselor directly.

5. Give all materials directly to Mrs. Kutil in Student Services to ensure that your application is complete.

Counselors will complete any information requested of them, and all application materials will be mailed out in a timely manner.

Opportunities for Juniors… Riverland Energy Cooperative is now accepting applications for its Youth Ambassador Program. The program is designed to help our young people gain many leadership skills necessary in life. Students also learn the business operations of a cooperative, energy issues, and renewable energy.

Six meetings are scheduled from February – December and most will take place at the Riverland Energy Cooperative headquarters in Arcadia, WI.

Highlights of the Youth Ambassador Program include:

• Lunch provided at meetings

• Field trips to power plants, substations and renewable energy sites

• Attend Leadership Conferences with a chance to compete for a trip to Washington D.C.

• Participate in community service projects

• Scholarship opportunities

• Get paid just for attending each meeting and reimbursed for mileage

• Meet new friends for life

The only qualification is that students must be juniors in high school at the present time.

Applications are due January 16th. The first meeting will be on February 4th. For more information or for an application, stop by Student Services or visit Riverland Energy’s website at www.riverlandenergy.com (programs/Youth Ambasador). You can also contact Beth at Riverland Energy at 800-411-9115.or by e-mail [email protected] for more information.


Financial Aid Application & Scholarship Assistance

College Goal Wisconsin Wednesday, February 25, 2015 @ 6:00pm UW-La Crosse Wing Technology Center 1705 State Street La Crosse, WI ALL senior students and their parents have the opportunity to receive assistance in applying for financial aid. College Goal Wisconsin will be held at locations around Wisconsin on Wednesday, February 25 beginning at 6:00pm. UW- La Crosse will host our region’s event for ANY student and parent looking to apply for financial aid. Professionals will be on hand to help participants fill out their FAFSA forms online. Those who attend will need to sign up for a PIN# at www.pin.ed.gov BEFORE February 23 to be able to complete the application online. For more information on what to expect and what to bring, visit http://collegegoalwi.org/?page_id=6

Financial Aid/Scholarship Assistance from OHS School Counselors February 18 & 19, 2015 IN SCHOOL DURING RESOURCE

High school seniors will have an opportunity to receive assistance filling out financial aid and scholarship applications. OHS school counselors will be available on February 18 and 19 during Resource in the English Computer Lab, room 314. It will be important for students to know their social security number to start the financial aid process. Hmong interpreters will be available by appointment during this time and after school on these days as well. The following are examples of tasks students may work on during this time to assist them with finding money for college: *Starting or completing the FAFSA *Completing letter of recommendation requests *Searching for and completing scholarships from a college *Starting or completing the OHS scholarship application

Financial Aid Application Completion Workshops Monday, March 9 from 5-8 PM Tuesday, March 10 from 1-3 PM During Student/Parent/Teacher Conferences Ellen Krueger from Great Lakes Higher Education Corporation will be available to help senior students and parents start and

complete the financial aid application in the English Computer Lab, room 314. Ms. Krueger has vast knowledge of the FAFSA process, and presented our Financial Aid information night in late November.

Calling all USED Cell Phones! Save the environment. Help our school. Donate your old cell phone!

Don’t throw them away!!! Bring your USED cell phones & Ink Jet Printer Cartridges, iPads, to the Student Services office!

It saves the environment & earns us $$$ for the OHS UJIMA Club!


Mark Your Calendar! Important Test Dates this Year

• WTC COMPASS for seniors and juniors planning to attend a Wisconsin Technical College. This test can be taken instead of the ACT to meet placement requirements.

March 19, 2015 Cost: $20.00 for initial testing and $10.00 for retests

• AP Testing Typically for students currently enrolled in AP courses. Week of May 4 & week of May 11, 2015 Cost: $91.00 per test See our Student Services website or collegeboard.com for more information, test dates, and times.

When students sign the Covenant, they agree to work towards specific goals. Besides taking college prep courses, earning good grades, and applying for financial aid when a senior, please note two areas of goals that have some specific requirements.

� Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.85 or higher � Be involved in, and document, 30 hours of community service over the course of four years

Always feel free to check out the Covenant website at www.wisconsincovenant.wi.gov to receive more information, find forms, or ask questions of the Covenant office. Please take note of what students should look forward to each year from the Covenant. Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors – The Covenant program was discontinued. Seniors – Complete and return the following covenant forms by April 1, 2015 in order to become a Wisconsin Covenant Scholar!

• Record of Service Form: Complete your 30 hours of community service, and log all hours on this form (available on the Covenant website under “Forms”)

• Senior Confirmation Form: Available starting in December on the Covenant website under “Forms”. Bring this completed sheet & your Record of Service Form to your school counselor for verification of Covenant criteria, and then mail to the Covenant office.

• FAFSA: (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) online at FASFA.gov starting on Jan. 1, 2015, (use completed 2014 tax documents).


ACT Prep Course Options

Preparing for the ACT can increase test scores to gain entry into the college of your choice and receive scholarships. There are several options that are available each year which can help students prepare for this test. 1. All juniors took a FREE practice ACT test this September. On October 22, juniors received their score

report and their test book. The score report provides students with sub scores, a composite score and most importantly an itemized list of correct answers compared to the student answers. Students should use the test book they receive back with their results to see the questions they answered correctly, and identify content they need more review for.

2 There are FREE resources located in the Student Services office, such as practice tests, which can be scored

and timed by the student. Several FREE resources are also available online at sites such as Career Locker (Wiscareers.wisc.edu) (FREE access through student account to Petersons online), ACT.org, march2success.com and knowhow2gowisconsin.org.

3. Onalaska High School is offering a 6 hour ACT Workshop with Schoolhouse Educational Services on

January 26 from 8:30am-3:30pm (1 hour lunch break). This program will emphasize specific test-taking strategies for each of the five ACT subjects, and costs $45 per student plus an optional $20 workbook. Stop in Student Services, or visit our website for a registration form.

4. UW-L’s Continuing Education office offers a twice-annual ACT prep course. Students will learn test-taking strategies, receive instruction in each of the four testing areas, and take a retired pre- and post-ACT test. Writing strategies to assist you in the essay part of the ACT test will also be provided. This course runs for 6 Saturdays in February and March (register by Jan 23) and includes a pre-and post-test. The cost of the ACT prep course is $175. UW-L will also offer an online version of this ACT Prep class, also costing $175.

For more information or to register, call 608-785-6504, visit http://www.uwlax.edu/conted/youth/actprep.html or stop by Student Services for a brochure.

Upward Bound Program Available to OHS Students UW LaCrosse provides a unique and FREE opportunity for our students to prepare for higher education. Upward Bound provides tutoring, college visits, advising and a summer program to assist students in college preparation. Students participating in the summer program can earn one high school credit from the experience. Upward Bound works with students who have parents that have not graduated from a 4-year college or are income eligible. Details are available at the UB office at 785-8539, visit their website at www.uwlax.edu/upbound or find them on Facebook (Upward Bound @ UW-La Crosse). Start your application online at www.uwlax.edu/upbound/applynow.htm. Information is also available in the high school Student

Services office.


Transcript Requests

In order to help provide simplified, timely and affordable access to higher education application processes for all students, we have discontinued online transcript requests. Students may again request transcripts in person in Student Services. Students are instructed to stop by Student Services to complete a simple paper form and pay the $1.00 transcript fee. Student Services will continue to explore options for online transcript requests that are easy to use, cost effective and efficient for our students. Students and parents will be notified when such a program is up and running at OHS.

Western Technical College Partnering for success & career coaching

Each month, a Career Coach from Western TC visits the Student Services office for the entire day to meet with students regarding applying to Western, programs offered, taking the COMPASS placement test and more! The fall dates for our Western Career Coach are: Tuesday, November 25 Tuesday, December 23 Tuesday, January 27

COMPASS Test at OHS Friday, March 20, 2015 2nd & 3rd hours – OHS LMC Juniors or seniors planning to attend Western TC (or any Wisconsin Technical College) can take the COMPASS (required program placement test) at OHS again on March 20, 2015. Students taking the COMPASS for the first time pay $20.00 while those who have already taken the COMPASS are charged $10.00. Checks should be made out to “OHS – COMPASS.” Students can sign up and pay in Student Services. Students who need a score sooner, or cannot make this test date can schedule a time to take the

COMPASS at Western TC in La Crosse most weekdays.


Opportunities:

Engineering Tomorrow’s Careers Camp June 14th-19th, 2015 Sophomore and junior girls interested in careers in engineering are invited to apply for Engineering Tomorrow’s Career Camp. Students will spend a week at UW-Madison to learn about engineering. The camp is held on UW-Madison’s campus and students will have an opportunity to stay in the residence halls. Through labs, mini-lectures, social events and tours, students will have the opportunity to learn more about the engineering field, meet new people and get a bit of the college experience.

Applications open November 1, 2014 and close February 2, 2015. There is an 80 person limit, and once it is filled, all other applicants will be placed on a waiting list. The cost for students is $240 to cover room and board.

For more information or to find the application visit: http://uwetccamp.wordpress.com/ Or send an email to: [email protected]

Yale Young Global Scholars Program June 23-July 6, or July 9-July 22, or July 25-August 7, 2015 This program is available for current sophomores and juniors who are interested in having an intensive academic experience at Yale University this summer. Students will have an opportunity to be taught by Yale faculty in a variety of areas. The focus of the June 23- July 6 session is politics, law and economics. The July 9-July 22 session looks at international affairs and security, while the July 25-August 7 session will study science, policy and innovation. Through this program, students will learn valuable leadership, communication and critical thinking skills.

The application is due February 26, 2015 For more information or to find the application visit: http://globalscholars.yale.edu/

Sophomore HOBY Leadership Conference Edgewood College in Madison, WI June 5-7, 2015 The Wisconsin HOBY Leadership Conference is available for high school sophomores looking to develop their leadership skills. The cost for this on-campus residential program is $350. Participants can ask community organizations to sponsor them to offset some of the costs. Contact your school counselor if you would like to be nominated. Space is limited, so see your counselor by December 23 at the latest. For more information view a promotional video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tNF4iTkhOQ or visit the HOBY website at http://www.wisconsinhoby.org/

Duke Summer College July 5- 31, 2015 Grades 10-11 This program is designed for students who are currently in 10th or 11th grade. Students will have the opportunity to study at Duke University, earn college credit, make friends from all around the globe and experience college life on campus for a month of their summer. Applications are available on December 2, 2014. For more information or to access the application visit: http://summersession.duke.edu/high-school-students/summer-college-for-high-school-students

Duke Summer Academy for High School Students

July 11-31 Grades 9-12 This program is designed for students currently in grades 9-12. Students will have the opportunity to spend a few weeks at Duke University learning and building friendships with other students from around the globe. This is an international opportunity that will allow students to live in the residence halls on campus, learn in a hands-on, fun environment and explore the area by going to Washington D.C., baseball games, and various music/dance events.


39) The Wisconsin Technical Excellence Scholarship (TES) - Technical Excellence Scholarship (TES) are to be awarded by the State of Wisconsin to Wisconsin high school seniors who have the highest level of proficiency in technical education subjects. The new TES scholarship program is to begin awarding scholarships in the 2015-2016 academic year. The scholarships are only for use at a school within the Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) located within the state. The value of the scholarship is up to $2,250 per year, to be applied towards tuition. Students wishing to be considered for the TES need to meet eligibility criteria set by the Wisconsin Higher Educational Aids Board (HEAB) and will need to be nominated by their schools. Schools will need to select a student or students to nominate in February 2015. More information can be found on HEAB's website: www.heab.wisconsin.gov . 40) The American Legion Oratorical Scholarship Program - Open to all HS students. Competition begins at a local level and works up through the County, District, Regional, State and eventually National level. The Oratorical Scholarship Program is "A Constitutional Speech Contest" designed to challenge students and teach them important leadership qualities, the history of the nation's laws, the ability to think and speak clearly, and an understanding of the duties, responsibilities, rights and privileges of American citizenship. If interested please go the following: http://www.wilegion.org/page/content/programs/oratorical-scholarship-program. 41) UW-Stevens Point Chemistry Department Trytten Scholarship - Open to any student, grade 9-12, who has a cumulative 3.5 GPA is eligible to apply. $4000 towards UWSP tuition each semester. You must declare chemistry as your major at UWSP at the time of application. You have demonstrated capacity and potential for excellence in the field of chemistry. Deadline for application is January 31, 2015. More information located in Student Services office. 42) Professional Insurance Agents of Wisconsin, Inc. - Applicants must be sponsored by a PIAW member, but are not obligated to have or to obtain insurance through a sponsor. Scholarship values are $2500 each. Scholarships are intended for high school seniors who are entering college and will have a focus on insurance or a related field of study. Application deadline is February 15, 2015. For more information please visit: http://www.piaw.org/Slide-Show/pia-branding-6.html . 43) SFM Foundation Scholarship - The SFM Foundation provides scholarships to students whose parents were killed or seriously injured in workplace accidents while working for Minnesota or Wisconsin Employers. Scholarships up to $5000 per year, for up to 5 years. Deadline for application is March 31, 2015. Apply online: www.sfm-foundation.org .


SPORTSMANSHIP GOALS

CONDUCT/BEHAVIOR

EXPECTATIONS

OF SPECTATORS OF ATHLETE/PARTICIPANTS

Show respect for the opposing players, coaches, spectators and support groups. Treat them as you would treat a guest in your own home. Remember that you are at a contest to support and yell for your team and to enjoy the skill and competition; not to intimidate or ridicule the other team and its fans. Remember that a ticket to a school interscholastic event is a privilege to observe the contest/event, not a license to verbally assault others and be generally obnoxious. Learn the rules of the game, so that you may understand and appreciate why certain situations take place. Refrain from taunting or making any kind of derogatory remarks to our opponents and their fans during the game. Respect the integrity and judgment of game officials. Treat them with respect, even if you disagree with their judgment. Understand that they are doing their best. Recognize and show appreciation for an outstanding play. Use only those cheers that support and uplift the teams involved. Assist cheerleaders with yells, chants, etc. Recognize the efforts of school and conference administrators for their efforts in emphasizing the benefits of educational athletics and the role of good sportsmanship to that end. Be a positive behavior role model through your own actions and by censuring those around you whose behavior is unbecoming. Always provide positive support for our team, rather than intimidating or ridiculing the other team. Treat opposing players, coaches, spectators and support groups with respect and enthusiasm. Conduct yourselves in an exemplary manner by positively supporting teams in every way possible, including content of cheers and signs. Remember you represent your school both home and away.

Accept and understand the seriousness of your responsibility, and the privilege of representing your school and community. Live up to the standard of sportsmanship established by the WIAA, school administration, and the coaching staff. Learn the rules of the game thoroughly and discuss them with parents, fans, fellow students and elementary students. This will assist both them and you in the achievement of a better understanding and appreciation of the game. Treat opponents the way you would like to be treated, as a guest or friend. Who better than yourselves can understand all the hard work and team effort that is required of your sport? Refrain from taunting, trashing talking or making any kind of derogatory remarks to our opponents during the game/contest. Refrain from intimidating behavior and drawing attention to yourself. Wish opponents good luck before the game and congratulate them in a sincere manner that you would like to be greeted following either victory or defeat. Respect the integrity and judgment of game/content officials. The officials are doing their best to help promote you and your activity. Treating them with respect, even if you disagree with their judgment, will only make a positive impression of you and your team in the eyes of the officials and all people at the event. Win with humility; lose with grace. Do both with dignity. Avoid excessive celebrating after a play or end of game/contest.

For Update Activities Information Go to: http://www/ohs/activities.html


For Update Activities Information Go to: http://www/ohs/activities.html

To view the most updated schedules for any Mississippi Valley Conference team, use the MVC website at: http://www.mvconference.org/g5-bin/client.cgi?G5genie=39 This website not only has athletic events, but also all other events taking place in our school. Once you click into a specific school, you can subscribe to a calendar or set up a “notify me” text reminder. This is located in the upper right corner of the website. All MVC sporting events go through this calendar and will give you the most up to date information possible.

Select Onalaska High School

View the calendar by day, week, or month. Select schedules you would like to view and see your own customized view. Use the “Notify Me!” tab to set up text reminders. “Subscribe” to set up a calendar that will update automatically with any changes that may occur.

When subscribing to a calendar, you can choose from Outlook, ICal or Google for your calendar.


2014-2015 Mississippi Valley Conference Fall Academic All-Conference players

These terrific athletes are also terrific students. MVC honors these athletes for their athletic ability and

academic performance during the fall sports season. To qualify a student must earn a Varsity Athletic Letter

this past fall and obtain a 3.5 or above GPA for the first quarter.

Football Tyler Bluske Hunter Bockhop Brayton Duin Noah Fredrickson Asher Freybler Alex Gumz Benjamin Helming Cody Hougom Alyssa Houskamp (Manager) Tyler Hughes Jordan Lehmann Dakota Marcon Austin Mihalovic Marisah Miller (Manager) Erik Snyder Zachary Thomas Tyler Turriff Jalen Zubich Girls Golf Karli Breiling Katherine Chafoulias Erin Ericson Sydney Hubbard Cortney Olson

Boys Soccer Raina Elliott (Manager) Drew Ericson Addison Freybler Benjamin Gumz Shane Kucharczyk Tanner Mathy Mikan Miljkovic Milos Miljkovic Samuel Naik Darius Namazi Joshua Platt Carson Schultz Jacob Shapiro Bjarki Sigurdarson Girls Volleyball Elisabeth Dabrowski Kathlyn Dabrowski Katlin Grapes Christine Luce Alexis Marcon Erin Markworth Kylie Olson Lauren Plantz Samantha Schneider Josephine Thomas Girls Swim Kayla Bantle Sally Bowman Becca Enos Jennifer Laux Kelsey Linzmeyer Eva Marchiando Molly Trannel

Cross Country Connor Birdsong Garrick Birdsong Katherine Carlisle Brianna Cochlin Drew Diermeier Emma Giunta Thomas Hansen Alex Hawley Joshua Nowacki Justin Rohe Spencer Runde Stephanie Symons Girls Tennis Tayler Garves Veronica Johnson Casey Kriewald Lucee Laursen Claire Lommen Rosie Perez-Guerra Madison Peyer Tayla Stuttley Shannyn Walz Courtney Wilson Danielle Wissink


2014-15 Mississippi Valley Conference Fall Sports All-Conference teams selected

Girls Cross Country First Team Mackenzie Davis Second Team Brianna Cochlin Honorable Mention Jennifer Zimmer Sportsmanship Team Brianna Cochlin Boys Cross Country First Team Nathaniel Simon Second Team

Honorable Mention

Sportsmanship Team Garrick Birdsong State Participants Nathaniel Simon Football First Team Alexander Gumz Jordan Lehmann Nate Sweeney Andy Thorsen Second Team Asher Freybler Ben Helming Zayne Wicks Ryan Williams Honorable Mention Cody Hougom Austin Manglitz

Boys Soccer First Team Bjarki Siguardson Jacob Shapiro Second Team Mitchell Schaller Drew Ericson Honorable Mention Shane Kucharczyk Jaime Mora Garzon Sportsmanship Team Joshua Platt Player of the Year Bjarki Sigurdarson Girls Golf First Team Sydney Hubbard Second Team Karli Breiling Erin Ericson Cortney Olson Honorable Mention Katherine Chafoulias Sportsmanship Team Ali Larson

Girls Tennis First Team Shannyn Waltz Lucee Laursen Veronica Johnson Tayler Garves Second Team Chloe Zielke Casey Kriewald Claire Lommen Honorable Mention Madison Peyer Tayla Stuttley Sportsmanship Team Rosie Perez-Guerra Player of the Year Shannyn Waltz Volleyball First Team Lauren Plantz Second Team Samantha Schneider Honorable Mention Josie Thomas Emma Gamoke Sportsmanship Team Taylor Vieaux **Girls Swim (not conference) State Participants



Important dates for Seniors Last Day of School for Seniors ............................................................................................... Friday, May 15, 2015 Graduation Date ............................................................................................. Saturday, May 23, 2015 --- 1:00 PM

CONTACTCONTACTCONTACTCONTACT

School phone # 608-783-4561 School fax # 608-783-0102 School voice mail 608-779-5760 School Hours: 7:30 AM – 2:50 PM Building Opens at 6:30 AM Jared Schaffner Principal [email protected] Anna Curtis Assoc. Principal [email protected] Charlie Ihle Activities Dir. [email protected] LeAnn Dirks Secretary [email protected] Web: www.onalaska.k12.wi.us

IN THIS ISSUE Dancing with the O’Club Stars .............. 1 Important Dates ..................................... 2 Math Help Hours ................................... 2 Inclement Weather Policy ..................... 3 Show Choir Classic ............................... 4 Burracho Topper Band Night ................ 5 Academic Honors Recognition .............. 6 Open Enrollment ................................... 7 Final Exam Schedule ............................. 8 Empty Bowls ......................................... 9 Give Kids a Smile ................................ 10 World Language Department .............. 11 Students of the Month ......................... 12 Freddy Extra Effort Award .................. 13 Severe Weather .................................... 14 Vaccination Clinics ............................. 15 Positive Prevention Strategies ............. 16 Student Services Update .............. 17 – 26 Activities ..................................... 27 – 30 December Menu .................................. 31

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