Hello parents of sophomores, juniors, & seniors - 

If your student is considering military service in their future, they will need to complete the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) Test before enlisting in a military branch. The ASVAB is a multiple choice test, administered by the United States Military, used to determine qualification for enlistment in the United States Armed Forces.

Generally, students need to drive to Milwaukee with a military recruiter to complete this test. However, we will be offering this test at Oshkosh West on Wednesday, March 12th at noon in room G11. This is a great opportunity to complete this test and see which military careers students will qualify for without needing to drive to Milwaukee.  Scores will NOT be released to military recruiters unless students share them.

There are limited spaces available for this test - it is first come, first serve for sign up. If your student is hoping to enlist in the military after high school, to sign up for this test, please email Mrs. Holdorf in the Counseling office (andrea.holdorf@oshkosh.k12.wi.us).

The UW Oshkosh College of Education and Human Services is excited to announce Aspiring Titan Teachers Day on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, from 9:30am to 2:00 pm on the UW Oshkosh Campus!  

This event is intended for all students who are interested in pursuing education and human services, including members of Educators Rising, as a possible career. Students will spend the day learning about how to become a teacher, attending a mini course, touring the campus, interacting with a panel of pre-service teachers, and meeting some of their future professors. Further details to come.....

Date TBD - Next on site session will be scheduled once we have 10+ students signed up

Join us! Learn About the OASD’s April 1 Referendum

The Oshkosh Area School District (OASD) is inviting families and community members to learn more about the upcoming $197.8 million capital referendum, designed to improve student safety and learning spaces while maintaining a $0 tax increase to the debt levy.

To ensure the community is well-informed, the OASD has scheduled a series of information sessions and Q&A opportunities. These events will give you a chance to ask questions and understand the full scope of the referendum projects. The district’s goal is to provide the community with the necessary facts to make an informed decision on April 1.

Information Sessions

Each session will include a presentation followed by a Q&A.

• Tuesday, February 11 | 6:30 PM | Oshkosh North High School - Auditorium (1100 W Smith Ave)
• Friday, February 21 | 8:30 AM | South Park Middle School - Gym (1551 Delaware St)
• Monday, March 3 | 6:30 PM | Oakwood Elementary School - Cafeteria (1225 N. Oakwood Rd)
• Thursday, March 13 | 6:30 PM | South Park Middle School - Gym (1551 Delaware St)
• Tuesday, March 18 | 6:30 PM | Franklin Elementary School - Cafeteria (1401 W 5th Ave)
• Wednesday, March 26 | 10:30 AM | Oshkosh Public Library - Lower Level A/B Room (106 Washington Ave)

Q&A Sessions

These informal sessions allow residents to drop in and get questions answered by Superintendent Dr. Bryan Davis and district leaders.

• Monday, February 17 | 8:30-9:30 AM | Caramel Crisp (200 City Center Dr)
• Friday, February 28 | 10-11 AM | Senior Center - Willow Room South Building (200 N Campbell Rd)
• Wednesday, March 12 | 7:30-8:30 AM | Elsewhere Market (531 N Main St)
• Monday, March 24 | 7:30-8:30 AM | Delta Family Restaurant (515 N Sawyer St)

Additional Opportunities

District leaders are also available to present at community meetings and group events. To schedule a presentation, please email referendum@oshkosh.k12.wi.us.

Learn More

For more details about the referendum, including frequently asked questions, session schedules, and project plans, visit the district’s dedicated referendum webpage: oshkosh.k12.wi.us/referendum-2025. Community members can also call the district at 920.424.0395 or email referendum@oshkosh.k12.wi.us with any questions.

“We believe it’s crucial for every community member to have access to accurate and timely information about the future of our schools,” said Dr. Bryan Davis, OASD Superintendent. “These sessions provide a valuable opportunity for residents to hear directly from district leaders and get answers to their questions about the referendum.”

The district has been working closely with the community throughout its facilities planning process to ensure the referendum projects address the needs of students while maintaining fiscal responsibility. All residents are encouraged to attend one of the upcoming sessions and visit the website for more information.

Apply to Girls Who Code’s Summer Programs by 2/26 for a chance to win a $350 gift card or iPad!

High school girls and non-binary students can apply now to Girls Who Code’s free, virtual Summer Programs! Apply here by the early deadline, February 26, 2025, for priority consideration and the chance to win your choice of a $350 Amazon gift card or Apple iPad! The application closes on April 11, 2025.

Questions? Explore Our Webinars | Review Helpful FAQs | See Official Rules

We’re just weeks away from a significant moment for our schools—the upcoming vote on the Oshkosh Area School District’s (OASD) $197.8 million facilities referendum. This plan is about more than just buildings—it’s about creating better learning environments and opportunities for our students, improving safety and Americans with Disabilities (ADA) access limitations, and saving money through operational efficiencies, all while maintaining a $0 tax increase to the debt levy. This referendum represents the next step in our community-developed facilities consolidation plan, which began in 2017 and has already delivered significant improvements through Phase 1. 

As members of our school community, we know you may have questions or hear questions from others about what this means for our schools. We want to ensure you have the facts and an understanding of the plan before you cast your vote on April 1! 

What Will Your Vote Decide?

If the Referendum is Approved:

• A new consolidated middle school will be built at the Shapiro site (close South Park and Perry Tipler, reducing from three to two westside middle schools)
• Carl Traeger, Franklin, and Oakwood Elementary schools will be expanded and renovated (close Roosevelt and Shapiro, reducing from seven to five westside elementary schools)
• Perry Tipler Middle School will be converted into a pre-kindergarten center and recreation department
• A new auditorium will be added to Oshkosh North High School
• Air conditioning will be installed at Emmeline Cook, Lakeside, and Read Elementary schools
• The district will close and seek to sell South Park Middle School, Roosevelt Elementary School, and the downtown recreation center
• Non-district pre-kindergarten leases will be eliminated (approximately $550,000 annual savings)

WATCH! Here is a 3-minute video explaining the scope of our April 1 Facilities Referendum.

If the Referendum is Not Approved:

First and foremost, the OASD will seek community feedback to understand why it did not pass. After review, a process will be developed to adjust accordingly - with the next opportunity to go to referendum being April 2026. Additionally:

• South Park students will remain in a 120-year-old building located within a restricted flight zone
• Virtual learning would be required during emergency repairs at South Park due to insufficient space at other schools
• Shapiro STEM Academy will still close after the 2025-2026 school year due to low enrollment (Note: Shapiro will close regardless of the referendum outcome)
• Planned facilities improvements will not be made
• Annual operational savings from consolidation will not be realized
• Construction costs are projected to increase by 5% annually, potentially raising the project cost from $198M now to $242M by 2029

Upcoming Information Sessions

There are still several opportunities to learn more and ask questions before the vote. Visit oshkosh.k12.wi.us/referendum-2025/information-sessions for a list of upcoming dates - including information sessions and informal Q&A drop-in sessions.

WATCH! This 30-minute presentation is available for anyone who is not able to attend an information session. 

Voting Information

• Election Day: Monday, April 1, 2025
• Voter Registration: Visit Myvote.wi.gov/en-us/Voter-Registration 
• Early Voting Options:
  • Absentee ballots can be requested through Friday, March 28 by 5:00 PM
  • Municipalities will begin mailing absentee ballots no later than March 11
  • In-person early voting begins March 18 at your local municipal clerk's office (check directly for office hours)

Learn More

For more detailed information about the referendum, including FAQs, videos, floor plans and project details, visit the district's dedicated webpage: oshkosh.k12.wi.us/referendum-2025. You can also contact the district directly with questions at 920.424.0395 or referendum@oshkosh.k12.wi.us.