District News
OUR NEW STRATEGIC PLAN 2019-24:The first OASD strategic plan was developed in the Spring of 2014 and established a mission, vision, commitments, and strategic direction to guide the District's work.We've made considerable gains over the years since that original plan was developed, however, we believe we can drive further success under a new strategic plan.Starting last year, a district-wide group of over 40 people began to work on refreshing our plan and setting new goals for the next five years.This new plan was presented and unanimously approved by the OASD School Board in July.We have the same vision under our new strategic plan – to become an unrivaled learning community, seeking wisdom, honoring the past, and shaping the future.To drive the district forward, however, we have established specific and actionable goals, key performance objectives, and school-level work plans and performance measures.
Reaching our goals will require hard work from our students, dedication by our staff members, commitment from our student's families, and the proud support of the Oconomowoc community.These goals are lofty, but they're attainable if we work hard, hold ourselves accountable for success, and remain committed to the achievement of every student.We are oconDRIVEN to meet these challenges and succeed!Read more about our 2019-24 Strategic Plan at www.oasd.org/StrategicPlan.
OHS PLAYERS PRESENT WEST SIDE STORY: This landmark Broadway musical is inspired by William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Timeless music composed by the late Leonard Bernstein, and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, include "Maria," "Tonight," "America," "Somewhere," "I Feel Pretty," "Gee, Officer Krupke," and more. From the first notes to the final breath, the world's greatest love story takes to the streets in this dynamic production that is considered one of theater's finest accomplishments. West Side Story contains mature content and is appropriate for ages 12 and older. This period piece includes depiction of violence, prejudiced language, and safe gunfire simulation. Tickets are on sale now at www.TheOAC.net.
SHOW TIMES:
- November 15: 7:00 p.m.
- November 16: 7:00 p.m.
- November 17: 2:00 p.m.
- November 22: 7:00 p.m.
- November 23: 7:00 p.m.
JOB OPENINGS IN THE OASD & WITH OUR PARTNERS: There are several custodial positions available within the OASD along with openings at Oconomowoc Transport. Click these links to learn more about working with the students and staff of the OASD!
- OASD Custodial openings are posted on the WECAN website
- Oconomowoc Transport openings are also available on the OASD website
- Sodexo Food Service openings are available on the OASD website
- YMCA Before & After School Program opening are listed on the OASD website
Staff Spotlights
Teacher Tuesday Spotlight on Jennifer Edwards, 4th Grade Teacher at Greenland Elementary School
School Board Updates
DID YOU KNOW? YOU CAN WATCH THE VIDEO OF EACH SCHOOL BOARD MEETING ONLINE!
You can watch live stream video of all the regular Oconomowoc Area School District School Board meetings by following this link. These videos remain on the site for viewing after the meetings as well. In addition, all School Board meeting schedules and agendas are available by following this link.
2019-20 School Board Meeting Schedule:
- Tuesday, November 19, 2019, OHS East Campus Board Room, 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, December 17, 2019, OHS East Campus Board Room, 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, January 21, 2020, OHS East Campus Board Room, 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, February 18, 2020, OHS East Campus Board Room, 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, March 17, 2020, OHS East Campus Board Room, 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, April 21, 2020, OHS East Campus Board Room, 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 5, 2020, OHS East Campus Board Room
- 6:45 p.m. – Organizational Meeting of the Board
- 7:00 p.m. – Regular Board Meeting
- Tuesday, May 19, 2020, OHS East Campus Board Room, 7:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, June 16, 2020, OHS East Campus Board Room, 7:00 p.m.
School News
Greenland: Click here for the Greenland Gazette
Ixonia: Click here for the Falcon Flyer
Meadow View: Click here for The Paw Print
Nature Hill: Click here for the Wolf Pack Press
Park Lawn: Click here for the Panther Press
Silver Lake: Click here for All Things SLI
Summit: Click here for the Summit Husky Herald
Oconomowoc High School: Click here for Updates from OHS
OHS Athletics
CROSS COUNTRY: Congratulations to our Boys and Girls Cross Country teams for great performances at the WIAA Sectionals on October 26!The Boys Varsity team took 2nd place and qualified for team state competition with Alex V., taking 1st place at Sectionals. The Girls team took 3rd place with Kylie F., qualifying for state.
SOCCER: The Varsity team hosted Middleton in the Regional final on Saturday and the team played hard, but fell 2-0.Congratulations on a great season to our athletes and coaches!
VOLLEYBALL: Congratulations to our Volleyball athletes and coaches for clenching the Regional Championship against Fond du Lac on October 26, and for taking a sectional win against West Bend West yesterday. Good luck at the section final on Saturday!
Click here for OHS Athletic Home and Away Game Schedules for the year
Upcoming Events
- November 1, OPEF Annual Ball, A Gatsby Affair, Golden Mast
- November 3, Oconomowoc Chamber Orchestra Quartet Recital, featuring the newly restored Chatfield Instruments, Zion Episcopal Church, 3:00 p.m.
- November 4, No School for OASD Students, Staff Professional Development Day
- November 6, Nature Hill Intermediate 6th and 7th Grade Band Concert, 6:30 p.m.
- November 7, Nature Hill Intermediate 7th and 8th Grade Choir Concert, 6:30 p.m.
- November 8, Nature Hill Intermediate Veteran's Day Celebration, Breakfast at 8:00 a.m., Ceremony at 9:00-10:00 a.m., Veterans visit classrooms at 10:15-11:00 a.m.
- November 8, Silver Lake Intermediate Veterans Assembly, Breakfast and special tribute at 8:00-9:00 a.m., Assembly at 9:15 a.m., Veterans visit classrooms after assembly.
- November 9, China Day, Sponsored by the OHS Chinese Honor Society, Oconomowoc Public Library, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
- November 11, Greenland Elementary Veteran's Assembly, 10:00 a.m.
- November 11, Summit Elementary Veteran's Assembly, 9:00-9:30 a.m.
- November 11, Oconomowoc High School Veteran's Assembly, 10:00 a.m., OHS Gale Douglas Fieldhouse
- November 11, Meadow View Elementary Veteran's Assembly, 8:50 a.m.
- November 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, OHS Players Present West Side Story, show times and tickets available at www.TheOAC.net
- November 27-December 1, OASD No School,
Thanksgiving Break
NEWLY RESTORED CHATFIELD INSTRUMENTS IN CONCERT ON NOVEMBER 3:The Oconomowoc community is invited to the Oconomowoc Chamber Orchestra Quartet Recital featuring the newly restored Chatfield Instruments, at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 3, at Zion Episcopal Church, 237 North Lake Road, in Oconomowoc. Musicians featured during the concert are Roberta Carpenter and Jennifer D'Alessio on violins, Robert Ignaszak on viola, and Paul Kilpatrick on cello. Michael Britz will join the group on string bass for Variations on Fanfare for Lake Country. A presentation about the Chatfield Instruments and restoration process by renowned Luthier, Scott Sleider will also be a part of the event.
OAC Events
- September 13-November 4, Donna Lexa – Waukesha Community Art Project
- October 3 – November 25, Studies of Light and Form – Artists: Heidi Hallett, John Hallett, and Anne Raskopf
- November 8, 2019 – January 12, 2020, OHS Student Show, Imagine A Day Art Gallery
- November 27, 2019 – January 6, 2020, The Gift of White – Artists: D.K. Palachek, Lynn Rix, Pam Ruschman, Wendie Thompson
- November 30, MSAD's Behind the Scenes with The Nutcracker, 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
- December 6-8, MSAD presents The Nutcracker, shows at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
- December 14, OHS Student Show Artist Reception, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
- December 14, That Holiday Feeling, 7:00 p.m.
- December 14, OHS Student Show Artist Reception, 5:00
– 6:30 p.m.
Find information and ticket sales for all OAC events at www.TheOAC.net!
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