Monday, August 17, 2026
Welcome Back, Raccoons!
Come on, admit it… You're kind of excited to get rolling with the new year…You’re a Raccoon; how could you not be?!
Sure, it means some extra stress and waking up early. However, you also know it means opportunities to continue building your academic and career plan, the fun of all the social events, and a chance to reconnect with fellow Raccoons and teachers who share this important journey with you. OHS is a special place because of Raccoons like you, our supportive families, and our incredible staff. No matter what the challenges or stresses the new year may bring, we are here to navigate it together. So, let’s get this party started!
You hear it over and over again: your high school journey is only 704 days long, so whether you are a freshman starting your first day or a senior starting day 528, check out the information below to make sure you are prepared for the year ahead.
It’s going to be a great year. Reach out if you have any questions or catch me at one of our many events, games, or programs occurring on campus over the next few weeks.
Mr. Curtis
Schedule and Counselor Assignments
Counselor
Assignments and Scheduling Questions
- Click here to view your counselor
assignments, contact information, and to schedule an appointment. Bookmark
this page in case you need to reach out at any time throughout the
upcoming year.
Welcome New OHS Teachers
- Notice an
unfamiliar name on your schedule? Chances are they are new to our
community. Check out their biography and welcome
notes.
Supply Lists
- We do not have
a supply list for classes at OHS. Rather, individual teachers will be in
touch regarding any recommended supplies for class. Classes with course
fees typically have supplies purchased on your behalf, or the fee may be
for any course exams/college credits that you have been registered
for.
Back to School Events and Grade Level Programs
Enter through the Fieldhouse Lobby
- Teacher Meet
and Greet & Club Fair (2-4pm): Swing in and meet your teachers,
check out the club fair, and explore campus during our Open House from
2-4pm.
- Self-Guided
Tours (4-6pm): Campus will remain open for self-guided tours. Feel free to come and
familiarize yourself with campus during a quieter period of time.
- Picture Make-Up
Day (2-6pm): If you could not attend registration day last week, you can get
your new ID and yearbook photo taken in Cafeteria 150. This will be one of
your last chances to have your photo taken. If you have not had your photo
taken/new ID made, and can’t make Open House, please email Mr. Curtis (CurtisJ@oasd.org)
as soon as possible.
Each class has grade-level-specific events to help support the launch of the new year. A reminder of these events and registration is outlined below:
- Freshmen Family
Dinners (LAST CHANCE: This Week) - Register Here: Join Mr.
Curtis, your Associate Principal, and your Counselor for a 90-minute
preview to the start of your high school journey. You can click here to check out the remaining dates
and to register.
- Sophomore
Meetings (Starting in October): These individual family and
counselor academic and career planning meetings will occur starting in
October after the fall Career, College, and Life Readiness Day on Tuesday,
October 13. Watch your email for details.
- Junior Workshop
(Wednesday, August 26 at 6:30pm - OAC) - Register Here: You are halfway
through high school! This 90-minute workshop provides juniors and
their families an opportunity to familiarize themselves with the career
and college preparation opportunities that can help to enhance your resume
and transcript.
- Senior
Graduation Preparation and Planning Meeting: Check your
email for the notes and presentation from our Senior Graduation
Preparation and Planning meeting last week. Reach out to your counselor if
you have any questions!
Back to School Schedules
Freshmen & New Students on Monday, August 31
- Freshmen
(7:15am-2:40pm): Report to the Fieldhouse Lobby by 7:15am. You are
welcome to bring a lunch (lunch will also be available for purchase), but
you do not need to bring materials or your Chromebook. Buses will run on
their regular schedule, and dismissal will occur at 2:40pm.
- New Sophomores,
Juniors, and Seniors (10:00am-2:30pm) - Register Here: Join us in the
OAC Lobby to start your OHS experience. Teachers and upperclassmen will
integrate you into our community, provide you with a tour of campus, and
let you know what it means to be a Raccoon.
All Students Report on Tuesday, September 1 (SCHEDULE)
- All students
report to Block A/Hour 1 at 7:20am.
Fall Events
- Homecoming 2026
(September 20-26): Check out all the details, information,
and ticket sales for Homecoming 2026: From City Lights to Ocon Nights
- Fall Career, College, and Life Readiness Day (Tuesday, October 13): We will run a modified day for our fall Academic and Career Planning support day. Details for grade level activities are provided on our website. Counselors will follow up with student meetings this September.
- Term 1 Important Dates & Adjusted Schedules: Check the calendar on the left for all the important dates and information for Term 1.
Communication Reminders
Follow for More Information Throughout the Year:
- Instagram:
OconThemes, Ocon_RCC, Oconschools
- Blogger: Updates
from OHS Blog
- Sporting
Events: Bound
- Podcast: Keeping Up with the Raccoons (Spotify,
Apple)
