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Thought For The Week:
Stay patient and trust your journey.
SBAC Testing Continues This Week
SBAC Math testing starts this week for all 10th graders and any 11th grader needing to makeup a missed test. Math testing will run all week and will be administered through Mrs. Rimmeried’s, Mr. VanClifford’s, and Mrs. Wallace’s Math classrooms. SBAC testing started the first week of May with Science for all 11th graders. The second week was ELA for 10th graders and any 11th grader who needed to make it up. For any questions about SBAC testing, please reach out to Mrs. Kenny at KKenny@OnySD.wednet.edu.
Reminder: Senior Award Ceremony Cancelled – still turn in awards
Due to the limited number of students who submitted awards and achievements for inclusion in the Senior Award Ceremony this year, we have made the unfortunate decision to cancel the event. Students who submitted their awards and scholarships will have that information included in the Graduation Ceremony on June 5.
Seniors wishing to add to their awards list may still do so but must give submissions to Ms. Baker no later than Friday, May 22, 3:00 pm. If you need a new form or more information on how to fill it out, see Ms. Baker in the Career Center or email jbaker@onysd.wednet.edu.
OHS Juniors – Are You Planning On Taking The SAT Senior Year? Preregister Now!Although some four-year colleges don't require an admission test score as part of your application, the test strengthens your college application nearly everywhere. Most U.S. colleges and universities accept the SAT. If you're not sure which college you want to attend, it's a good idea to take the test.
Taking the SAT is strong evidence that you're ready for college and have what colleges are looking for. Plus, you can choose to only send your best scores to colleges. Together with high school grades, the SAT can show your potential to succeed in college or career.
For more information on the SAT click here. Space is limited! To preregister for the SAT, sign up in the College & Career Center NOW. The testing date for the Fall 2026 SAT will be announced at a later date. Practice tests are available at https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt/preparing/practice-tests.
For more information, stop by the College and Career Center during lunch, or before or after school, or contact Ms. Baker at jbaker@onysd.wednet.edu.
OHS Sophomores – Are You Planning On Taking the PSAT/NMSQT Junior Year?
OHS Sophomores - Did you know the PSAT is the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship?
“National” “Merit” and “Scholarship” all sound very good when considered during college admission. Even better when you realize that just by taking the PSAT/NMSQT in the fall of your junior year, you’ve already entered yourself for this award!
For more information on the National Merit Scholarship Program click here. To register for the PSAT/NMSQT, sign up in the College & Career Center NOW to reserve a test. The testing date for the Fall 2026 PSAT/NMSQT will be announced at a later date. Practice tests are available at https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt/preparing/practice-tests
For more information, stop by the College and Career Center during lunch, or before or after school, or contact Ms. Baker at jbaker@onysd.wednet.edu.
Time Is Running Out! Order Your Yearbook! Limited quantities available
Order your yearbook online today by clicking here, $50. Order online by June 1 to have a guaranteed copy. If you have questions, please see Mr. Cole or a member of the yearbook staff.
Athletes - Do You Want To Compete In Sports At An NCAA School?Create the Eligibility Center account that's right for you! If you want to compete in NCAA sports, you need to register with the NCAA Eligibility Center. Plan to register before starting your freshman year of high school (or year nine of secondary school). The information below will help guide you through the registration process.
To get started, review the three account options and choose the one that's right for you! You'll only need to create one account with the Eligibility Center. Starting with the free Profile Page is best practice, as you can transition it later to the Certification account needed for your circumstances. Already have an NCAA account? If unsure, please contact Customer Service at 877-262-1492 for assistance, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern time.
College & Scholarship Opportunities:(The Onalaska School District and Onalaska High School are not affiliated with, nor do they endorse the organizations listed below. The information is provided solely for consideration and does not imply any formal partnership or association. You can find links to additional resources and scholarships on our website under College & Career Info.)
UW Junior Dawg Day – May 20This University of Washington virtual event is designed exclusively for students who will be submitting their college applications in the fall of 2026.
Encourage your students to join the University of Washington for Junior Dawg Day, where they’ll learn more about the application process, holistic review and the steps they can take now to prepare to apply this fall. Current students will be on hand to talk about what it’s really like to be a Husky, and we’ll save time for questions, of course.
What: Junior Dawg Day
When: Wednesday, May 20 / 5–6:30 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Where: Held on Zoom
Visit the website for more information.
Olympia Master Builders Scholarship – Deadline May 27The Olympia Master Builders (OMB) Education Foundation is accepting applications for scholarship grants ranging up to $2500 to college or vocational/technical school-bound students, who currently reside within Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Pacific or Grays Harbor Counties.
Students intending to pursue studies leading to a career in the building industry such as engineering, architecture, drafting, industrial design, carpentry, construction management, etc. are encouraged to apply. Applicants must reside within Thurston, Lewis, Mason, Pacific or Grays Harbor counties and be a US citizen.
DOWNLOAD 2026 Scholarship Application Here! Applications must be postmarked no later than Friday, May 27, 2026. Mail all required information to: OMB Education Foundation, 1211 State Avenue NE, Olympia, WA 98506. Contact Jenn Wasson at membership@omb.org or (360) 754-0912 for additional information.
Access Scholarships – Deadlines through JuneAccess Scholarships, a free scholarship and college resource platform for students. Our goal at Access Scholarships is to connect high school students with scholarship opportunities and other financial aid resources to help them navigate the (often complicated) world of higher education and paying for school.
In addition to our scholarship search and directory (with over 10,000 scholarships), we have several resources specifically geared towards high school students which I think your students might like to take advantage of:
· Scholarships for High School Juniors
· Scholarships for High School Seniors
· Scholarships for Minority Students
· Full Ride Scholarships
We also offer two of our own scholarships, both of which are open to high school students of all years:
Too Cool to Pay for School Scholarship ($1,000) - an easy opportunity, awarded quarterly
Around the Corner from College Scholarship ($1,000) - requires students to make a checklist to help them figure out what they need to do to prepare for college, awarded biannually
Scholarships.com Scholarships – Deadlines through JuneScholarships.com is a free college scholarship search platform that helps students find scholarships they qualify for. As one of the most widely used and trusted scholarship search engines, we’ve helped over 26 million students and families connect with college scholarship opportunities.
Montclair University Early Bird Junior Admissions – June 15
Designed to give high school juniors the opportunity to get a jump start on their college search and apply for admission (for free) before their senior year even begins, the Early Bird Program is non-binding.
How does it work? Interested juniors may apply starting today, until June 15, 2026, for admission to Montclair’s Fall 2027 class. We require a copy of their high school transcript that includes junior year grades through the second marking period to be received by June 20th. Please contact us if that poses any challenge for your school district and we will work with you to find a resolution. Students who are admitted are guaranteed admission to the university for Fall 2027. Decisions will be released by July 15, 2026.
What about scholarships? Students who are eligible for a merit scholarship will be informed of their award as part of the Early Bird process.
Can students who are denied Junior Admission apply again for regular admission? Early Bird applicants who are not admissible over the summer will be deferred and reviewed again during the academic year. We'll encourage those students to have updated grades sent in the fall or winter of their senior year before we re-review their application. Students will not have to apply again.
Set up a telecounseling appointment with an admissions counselor or email askthedirector@montclair.edu with questions.
OHS Juniors - ALA Evergreen Girls State – Deadline June 17
What is ALA Evergreen Girls State? The American Legion Auxiliary’s (ALA) marquee Girls State program, first presented in 1947, is one of the most respected and coveted experiential learning programs presented in the United States. The program epitomizes the ALA’s mission to honor veterans through our enduring commitment to develop young women as future leaders grounded in patriotism and Americanism. The young women become knowledgeable in the democratic process and how our republic form of government works at the local, state and national levels.
Each summer, approximately 20,000 young women participate in weeklong ALA Girls State programs across the nation. Every ALA Girls State program operates with the same patriotic values through a nonpartisan curriculum where students assume the roles of government leaders, modeled after their own state. This year’s event will be held June 21 – 26, 2026, at Central Washington University, in Ellensburg.
Select high school girls who have completed their junior year spend an intensive week of experiential learning working together as self-governing citizens. These young women learn government and the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of franchised citizens by forming a fictitious state of cities; electing public officials at the local, county, and state levels; and carrying out the duties of those offices. The week’s activities include simulated legislative sessions and government proceedings, along with presentations, assemblies, and recreational programs.
OHS JUNIOR GIRLS - Click for more information or to apply. Tuition sponsorships may be available to select students. Deadline to submit applications is June 17, 2026.
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