District News
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 Karen Heggie, 5K Teacher at Park Lawn 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: The Boys and Girls teams competed in Muskego for the final Classic 8 Conference meet of the season on October 19.The Boys Varsity team took 1st place in the conference and Girls Varsity team took 4th place in the conference.
FOOTBALL: The Varsity team faced Wauwatosa East on October 18, for Senior night and secured a 21-6 win.
SOCCER: The Varsity team hosted the WIAA Division 1 regional semifinal on October 22, and beat Badger 4-2.They'll take on Middleton tomorrow for the regional final at 4:00 p.m. on the OHS soccer field.
SWIM: The Girls swim team faced off against Brown Deer on October 23, and came away with a big win. Anna B., Meghan S., and Annie L. won two events, MaryClaire K. won four events, and Makenna S. won one event.
TENNIS: Aubrey B. and Sarah K. played in the WIAA State Tournament in Madison this weekend and won rounds against Verona, Franklin, and Cedarburg. They played through Saturday and ended the season with a loss to Homestead, but finished in the Top 8 in the State! Congratulations on a great season!
VOLLEYBALL: The Varsity team played in the Arrowhead Invitational on October 19, and took 2nd place, increasing their overall record to 35-3 for the season. Come cheer on the team at Regional Finals on Saturday, October 26, at 7:00 p.m. in the OHS Gale Douglas Fieldhouse.
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 9, China Day, Sponsored by the OHS Chinese Honor Society, Oconomowoc Public Library, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
OPEF ANNUAL BALL TICKETS ON SALE NOW: Tickets are on sale for the 2019 Oconomowoc Public Education Foundation Annual Ball! Please join us for this "Gatsby Affair" on Friday, November 1, 2019, at the Golden Mast Inn. Don't delay! Visit WWW.OPEF2019.givesmart.com OR text OPEF2019 to 52182 to purchase your tickets to this historically sold out event!"
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
- October 26, DUO – Eddi Huneke & Tobi Hebbelmann, 7:00 p.m.
- 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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