Reminders - Important January Dates and Programs

Monday, January 5, 2026

Hi Raccoon Community!

As we start the new calendar year and swing back into the routine after the holiday season, I want to put some important dates and information back on your radar. January is an incredibly important month when it comes to your Academic and Career Planning development, so please take note of these important dates and events and reach out to your counselor or me if you have any questions!

Thanks!

Jason

 

Wednesday, January 7 - Program Information Night (Session 1 at 6:00pm and Session 2 at 7:00pm)
OHS Main Campus (Enter through the Fieldhouse Doors)
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In preparation for the course selection process at the end of January, families and students are invited to learn more about the following programs supported by OHS:

• Dual Credit and Start College Now(Future Juniors and Seniors)
• The International Baccalaureate Experience (Future Juniors)
• Workforce/Apprenticeships/Workplace Learning Opportunities (All Students)
• Global Scholars and the Wisconsin Seal of Biliteracy (All Students)
• ACT Prep Opportunities (Future Juniors and Seniors)
• Military Pathway Supports (All Students)

 

Thursday, January 15 and Friday, January 16 - Term 2 Exams and Report Cards
The end of the semester is already next week! Please take note of the following scheduled adjustments and details:

• Term Exam Schedule 
• Report Cards will be published on Wednesday, January 28, 2026
• Class rank will be updated on the report card. This will serve as the final and official class rank for the senior class. However, please note that the ranking on your Semester 1 report card will not be officially certified until Tuesday, February 10. 

 

Monday, January 19 - No School

There is no school on Monday, January 19. 

 

Tuesday, January 20 - First Day of Semester 2 and Community Meeting during Pride at 8:55am

The first day of the new semester is on Tuesday, January 20. Remember to check your schedules for any updates, including new teachers, class switches, and/or changes to room assignments.

We will have a Community Meeting during Pride on this day.

 

Wednesday, January 21 - College Admissions Panel (6:30pm)
Oconomowoc Arts Center 
REGISTER HERE
Admission officers from local universities, including UW-Madison, MSOE, Carroll University, UW-La Crosse, UW-Whitewater, and Marquette University, will provide insight into the college application process and what they seek in applications. This information might help you determine what courses you plan to select and programs you want to enroll in. This night is very popular and insightful for our students and families. You won’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

 

Monday, January 26 (Community Meeting during Pride at 8:55am)

Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors will begin to make their course selections for the 2026-2027 school year. All courses must be selected by Wednesday, February 4 at 3pm. As a reminder, here are some resources and quick links to help support you in this process:

 

Resources and Quick Links

• Academic and Career Planning Guide
• Course Requests Sheets for:

• Class of 2030 (Incoming Freshmen)
• Class of 2029 (Current Freshmen)
• Class of 2028 (Current Sophomores)
• Class of 2027 (Current Juniors)

• Incoming Freshmen Class of 2030 Transition Website
• Senior Class of 2026 Graduation Information  
• Counselor Assignments and Contact Information