Volley for a Cure —Come out to support our volleyball teams on Oct. 13th! The JV game starts at 6:00 p.m. and varsity follows.
Money raised will go to the MyMichigan Tawas Infusion Room.
Alpena Community College is hosting an ACC Talks event, open to all ages and for anyone who wants to write better and become more fluent. Suppose you have ever been interested in writing a cool short story or even a funny novel or blog. Well, ACC Talks can help you with just that. ACC Talks is very grateful for having writers from Michigan Writers Inc, that are willing to help the community to write better. Michigan Writers Inc. is based out of West Branch. Feel free to join ACC and Michigan Writers to improve your writing. It starts at 6 pm and goes until 7 pm, September 29th, with the doors opening at 5:30 pm at the Oscoda Campus. (5800 Skeel Avenue, Room 213, Oscoda MI 48750).
Oscoda Area Schools will participate in Safe Routes to School on October 2nd, 2026, starting at 7:30 a.m.. The route will travel on the Grass Lake Bike Path to Oscoda High School and Richardson Elementary.
Let's make it safe, convenient, and fun for children, including those with disabilities, to bicycle and walk to school. When routes are safe, walking or biking to and from school is an easy way to get the regular physical activity children need for good health. Safe Routes to School initiatives also help ease traffic jams, unite neighborhoods, and contribute to students’ readiness to learn in school.
Participants must sign up in advance. Bus riders can also join the fun as we’ll drop off students who’ve gotten permission to participate at the corner of Grass Lake and River Rd and escort them walking to each building.
Picture retake day at OHS is Thursday, Sept. 24th! Students need to bring their picture packet from their first pictures in order to get pictures retaken.
Middle school and high school students who missed orientation and didn’t get pictures taken, will get their pictures taken on the 24th.
Middle school and high school students who missed orientation and didn’t get pictures taken, will get their pictures taken on the 24th.
Our final Hall of Fame Inductees tonight are the 1999-2000 boys’ basketball team who were coached by Robert Strong, alongside Greg Mellor and Mike Kumrits.
The team finished the season with a 12-8 record. The Owls entered the district tournament as heavy underdogs, but nobody must have told the team that they were not favored to win.
Their first game was against a very good Beaverton team, which the Owls came out on top with a score of 55-49. Their second game consisted of playing a talented Tawas team. The Owls won again with a score of 77-59. This gave the Owls their first district championship in 10 years.
The regional tournament was next. The Owls beat Kingsford in the first round with a score of 63-59, and moved on to defeat Gaylord 89-76. Their run left fans and supporters with long-lasting memories.
The team finished the season with a 12-8 record. The Owls entered the district tournament as heavy underdogs, but nobody must have told the team that they were not favored to win.
Their first game was against a very good Beaverton team, which the Owls came out on top with a score of 55-49. Their second game consisted of playing a talented Tawas team. The Owls won again with a score of 77-59. This gave the Owls their first district championship in 10 years.
The regional tournament was next. The Owls beat Kingsford in the first round with a score of 63-59, and moved on to defeat Gaylord 89-76. Their run left fans and supporters with long-lasting memories.
Tonight the inductees officially get the honor of being in the 2026 Oscoda Hall of Fame.
One who is near and dear to many current and recent OHS athletes is Tim Gaylord. Mr. Gaylord committed his life to Oscoda Schools. He was a great teacher for the thirty years that he taught at Oscoda Area Schools. For more than 5 decades, he committed his knowledge, time, and efforts to support the Oscoda Owls athletics. He coached girls’ softball and was a volunteer assistant for the boys’ and girls’ basketball teams. He also managed track and field meets, swim meets, and many other sports that he helped out with. Additionally, Mr. Gaylord played a major part in creating the Sunrise Side Hockey and Skating Association.
Please come out tonight to honor the memory of Mr. Gaylord!
One who is near and dear to many current and recent OHS athletes is Tim Gaylord. Mr. Gaylord committed his life to Oscoda Schools. He was a great teacher for the thirty years that he taught at Oscoda Area Schools. For more than 5 decades, he committed his knowledge, time, and efforts to support the Oscoda Owls athletics. He coached girls’ softball and was a volunteer assistant for the boys’ and girls’ basketball teams. He also managed track and field meets, swim meets, and many other sports that he helped out with. Additionally, Mr. Gaylord played a major part in creating the Sunrise Side Hockey and Skating Association.
Please come out tonight to honor the memory of Mr. Gaylord!
Join us Friday evening as we honor our 2026 Oscoda Hall of Fame inductees.
One of those to be inducted is Chris Langley, a talented multi-sport athlete who graduated from Oscoda High School in 1972. He was the school record holder in both the high and low hurdles. Chris was the regional champ in both events for three consecutive seasons. He placed 3rd in the state Class B high hurdles in 1970, 2nd in 1971 and culminated his career by winning the Class B state championship in 1972. Langley was also a standout on the football field, earning all-conference honors in 1970 and 1971.
One of those to be inducted is Chris Langley, a talented multi-sport athlete who graduated from Oscoda High School in 1972. He was the school record holder in both the high and low hurdles. Chris was the regional champ in both events for three consecutive seasons. He placed 3rd in the state Class B high hurdles in 1970, 2nd in 1971 and culminated his career by winning the Class B state championship in 1972. Langley was also a standout on the football field, earning all-conference honors in 1970 and 1971.
This Friday, we will induct new honorees to the 2026 Oscoda Athletics Hall of Fame. One of those to be honored is Bette Davis Vichorek.
Bette excelled in three different sports during her high school career. She earned nine varsity letters in Track, Volleyball, and Basketball. She earned a letter in track from freshman through senior year. She holds the school record for low and high hurdles. She was also a member of the school record half mile and the mile relay. In 1979 and 1981, she qualified for the state track meet. She stood out in volleyball and was an all-conference performer and earned the title MVP her senior year. She was a part of the volleyball team that won Districts from 1979-1981. After graduating with the OHS Class of 1981, Bette went on to play volleyball at Lake Superior State University.
Please join us on Friday to honor all of our inductees. Information on other inductees will be released daily.
Bette excelled in three different sports during her high school career. She earned nine varsity letters in Track, Volleyball, and Basketball. She earned a letter in track from freshman through senior year. She holds the school record for low and high hurdles. She was also a member of the school record half mile and the mile relay. In 1979 and 1981, she qualified for the state track meet. She stood out in volleyball and was an all-conference performer and earned the title MVP her senior year. She was a part of the volleyball team that won Districts from 1979-1981. After graduating with the OHS Class of 1981, Bette went on to play volleyball at Lake Superior State University.
Please join us on Friday to honor all of our inductees. Information on other inductees will be released daily.
This Friday, we will induct new honorees to the 2026 Oscoda Athletics Hall of Fame.
One of those to be inducted is Rick Beck, a 1977 graduate of Oscoda High School won 6 varsity letters during his athletic career, garnering all-conference honors in both football (1975 and 1976) and baseball (1975, 1976 and 1977). In 1975, he won the prestigious Golden Helmet Award for his achievement in Football. Beck’s athletic career didn’t end upon his graduation from Oscoda. Attending Olivet College, Rick played both football and baseball for the Comets. It was on the baseball diamond that Beck stood out. He attained MIAAA all-conference honors in 1980 and 1981 and was the batting champion of the MIAAA in 1980. Rick Beck is enshrined in the Olivet College Athletic Hall of Fame.
Please join us on Friday to honor all of our inductees. Information on the other inductees will be released daily.
One of those to be inducted is Rick Beck, a 1977 graduate of Oscoda High School won 6 varsity letters during his athletic career, garnering all-conference honors in both football (1975 and 1976) and baseball (1975, 1976 and 1977). In 1975, he won the prestigious Golden Helmet Award for his achievement in Football. Beck’s athletic career didn’t end upon his graduation from Oscoda. Attending Olivet College, Rick played both football and baseball for the Comets. It was on the baseball diamond that Beck stood out. He attained MIAAA all-conference honors in 1980 and 1981 and was the batting champion of the MIAAA in 1980. Rick Beck is enshrined in the Olivet College Athletic Hall of Fame.
Please join us on Friday to honor all of our inductees. Information on the other inductees will be released daily.
Come join us for the Hall of Fame Tailgate Party this Friday, Sept. 18th! The Owls take on Benzie Central and it promises to be a great night of football while we honor the 2026 Hall of Fame inductees.
Students: There is also a student section theme. Come in your Minion gear to lead our team to victory!
Students: There is also a student section theme. Come in your Minion gear to lead our team to victory!
Tonight is the night! We are excited to welcome Willie Spears to Oscoda High School for a special parent presentation.
📅 Tonight, Monday, September 14
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Oscoda High School Auditorium
Willie brings an energetic, engaging message filled with humor, real-life experiences, and practical strategies for supporting our students. We hope you will take an hour out of your evening to join us! All 6th-12th grade families are encouraged to attend. Bring a friend and help us fill the auditorium! This is so neat that he is coming to our town to present. Come out tonight!
We look forward to seeing you tonight!
📅 Tonight, Monday, September 14
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Oscoda High School Auditorium
Willie brings an energetic, engaging message filled with humor, real-life experiences, and practical strategies for supporting our students. We hope you will take an hour out of your evening to join us! All 6th-12th grade families are encouraged to attend. Bring a friend and help us fill the auditorium! This is so neat that he is coming to our town to present. Come out tonight!
We look forward to seeing you tonight!
Stay-cation over spring break? 🌸☀️
Make a splash and keep the fun local! 💦
Head to the Oscoda Area School pool this Sunday for open swim—perfect for families, friends, or just getting out of the house for a bit. See you there!
Make a splash and keep the fun local! 💦
Head to the Oscoda Area School pool this Sunday for open swim—perfect for families, friends, or just getting out of the house for a bit. See you there!
Too cold to hit the beach today? 🥶🌊 No worries!
Come warm up at the Oscoda Area Schools pool during Open Swim! 🏊♂️💦 It’s the perfect way to stay active, have fun, and beat the chill.
Grab your friends, bring your towel, and we’ll see you at the pool!
Sunday, March 1st 3pm-5pm
Come warm up at the Oscoda Area Schools pool during Open Swim! 🏊♂️💦 It’s the perfect way to stay active, have fun, and beat the chill.
Grab your friends, bring your towel, and we’ll see you at the pool!
Sunday, March 1st 3pm-5pm
Don't miss out on the Souper Bowl Supper on February 6 at OHS Commons, 5:00 - 7:00 pm!
Young Owls, 4 Year Old Preschool Program Open Enrollment for 2024-2025 School Year.
Our experienced teachers and engaging curriculum offers children the opportunity to learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment.
Our class currently meets Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 8:00am-2:45pm.
Free breakfast and lunch, play -based learning, outdoor play and bussing available
OPEN ENROLLMENT GOING ON NOW!
ONLY 30 SLOTS AVAILABLE
CALL TODAY! 989-739-2033
We hope everyone is enjoying their summer break and making wonderful memories! As we start thinking about the upcoming school year, we wanted to share the suggested school supply lists for K-6 students. These lists will also be included in the back-to-school information mailing, which will contain class and teacher placements. We anticipate this mailing will be sent out during the second week of August.
We look forward to welcoming our students back for another amazing school year!
In an exciting hands-on project, third graders at Richardson Elementary brought their curriculum to life by raising chickens right in their classrooms. This unique educational initiative is part of their "Structures of Life" science unit.
Students began by incubating chicken eggs, eagerly awaiting the hatching process. They monitored the incubator conditions, ensuring the right temperature and humidity levels, and learned about the embryonic development stages.
Once the chicks hatched, the classroom buzzed with excitement. Ms. Stormer brought the project full circle by bringing in a full grown rooster “Chippy” and hen “Sunshine” for the classes to see. This particular hen was a chicken that started as an egg in Mrs. Simpson’s third grade class last year.
Students integrated their ELA standards during the unit with the cultivating activity of presenting the process of raising chickens to other grade-levels. Students focused on the qualities of good speaking, and practiced sharing their research before presenting to their audiences.
Kindergarten students at RES wrapped up their CKLA unit of Kings and Queens by having a royal tea party and dressing as Kings and Queens. This is a collage of the Kings and Queens celebration in each kindergarten class. We also wanted to recognize our local Oscoda Burger King for donating crowns to every kindergartener and being so willing to help us with the event. Thank you!
Congratulations to the Oscoda High School and Oscoda Middle School bands for earning a Superior rating at the MSBOA District 9 Band and Orchestra Festival on March 6, 2024. With this top rating, both bands earned themselves a spot at the state band festival in April. Awesome job to Mrs. Lopez and our band students!
Families of 3 and 4 years old children are invited to attend a Family Engagement Night! RSVP Here: https://excellenceined.org/ican/family-night/
