Monday, April 1, 2024

Looking Towards Term 4: Reminder about Calendar Adjustments and Previewing Term 4

Monday, April 1, 2024

Hello Raccoon Community!

As we return from Spring Break and start the last push toward the end of the year, I want to remind our community of everything going on at OHS over the next nine weeks. Check out the information below and let me know if you have any questions!

Go Raccoons!

Mr. Curtis

 

REMINDER- Day 2 of Term 3 Exams now on Tuesday, April 2 & Term 4 will start on Wednesday, April 3

Due to the school closure on Friday, March 22, we will adjust our operations calendar. 

  • Day 2 of Exams will now be on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Click here to view the updated schedule.
  • Term 4 will begin on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. We will have a Community Meeting and all students should report to Block B/Hour 3 for Pride. After RCC, Mrs. DeYoung will lead us through the completion of our spring surveys.

Term 3 Report Cards

  • Report Cards from Term 3 will be published on Tuesday, April 9. When the report cards are viewable on Family Access, an email will be sent to students and families.

 

Adjusted Schedule for Spring Career, College, and Life Readiness Day (Tuesday, April 16)

Please click here to view the communication sent home in mid-March about our last upcoming Career, College, and Life Readiness day of the year on Tuesday, April 16. Remember:

  • Freshmen and Sophomores report to OHS as normal by 7:20 am for college readiness testing (ACT Secure/Forward). (Click here for the ACT Secure/Forward Testing letter from Mrs. Anders).
  • Juniors: No school or classes
  • Seniors: Report to the Field House Lobby at OHS for their Life Ready Simulation: Reality Check (Click here to review the letter with your assigned times)

 

Advanced Placement and IB Testing

Testing for Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate classes will occur in late April through May. Mrs. Anders along with your teachers will be in touch regarding testing dates, times, and locations.

 

Class of 2024 Celebrations and Commencement Ceremony

Seniors and their families should watch their email for a communication in mid-April outlining our plans and details for all the celebrations scheduled for late May and early June. This includes details about the Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, June 8, at 10am in Rux Stadium.

 

Calendar Reminders:

Please take note of the following important dates between now and summer break:

  • Tuesday, April 16            Spring Career, College and Life Readiness Day (Adjusted Schedule)
  • Friday, April 26               No School- Professional Development Day
  • Friday, May 3                  Prom Assembly (Adjusted Schedule)
  • Saturday, May 4              Prom 
  • Wednesday, May 22        Chromebook Exchange/Cap & Gown Pick Up (Seniors)
  • Friday, May 24               No School
  • Monday, May 27            No School- Memorial Day (Recognition Ceremony Online at 8am)
  • Tuesday, June 4              Senior Parades and Recognition Ceremony (Adjusted Schedule)
  • Wednesday, June 5         Term 4 Exams- Day One (Adjusted Schedule)
  • Thursday, June 6            Term 4 Exams- Day Two (Adjusted Schedule)
  • Friday, June 7                 Last Day of School (Adjusted Schedule)
  • Saturday, June 8             Class of 2024 Commencement Ceremony 

 

Supports and Resources

Please check out this link highlighting various supports available to OHS families and students. Keep in mind you can always reach out to your counselor (click here for contact information) if you have any questions.

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