As Raccoons, we are working hard every day to be READY for life after high school. We support each individual student’s preparation to be career-ready and empower them to pursue postsecondary training through military service, the workforce, an apprenticeship, or through a 2 or 4-year college. In order to do this, we strive to ensure we are working hard to create a culture that promotes our core values of being…

• Grounded in our values and purpose
• Committed to our goals
• Accountable to ourselves and each other

While we believe in living these values every day, we have designed four specific days where we take time out of our traditional school day to provide a readiness experience that promotes our school’s mission and values while helping each Raccoon develop a sense of identity and purpose.

Keep reading for details about each day and the expectations associated with each grade level.

Tuesday, March 10, 2026: College & Life Readiness Assessment Day

Juniors

Juniors...this is your big day!  Today you will join juniors across the state to take the ACT exam.

Seniors

With the support of local businesses and community partners, seniors will participate in our annual Reality Check. Reality Check is a life readiness simulation that allows students to experience financial planning and other life events in a simulated, hands-on experience. In addition, students will participate in a one-on-one industry interview with a local business partner to help them gain experience in interviewing and communication skills. It also helps them learn the power and importance of career networking.

Freshmen, Sophomores

Since our team will be supporting the ACT test, there is no school for freshmen and sophomores.

Tuesday, April 14, 2026: Assessing Your College Readiness

Freshmen & Sophomores: ACT Secure & Forward Testing

Freshmen and Sophomores will report to school at 7:20 a.m. to take the ACT Secure. This state accountability measure will allow students to see if they are on pace to be college-ready upon graduation. Students will break down their scores in May and be set up with a free ACT prep plan that is aligned to their individual ACT goals.

Sophomores will also take the state Social Studies Forward Exam on this day.

Juniors

Juniors will report to OHS at their assigned times to meet with representatives from our five career and college readiness pathways. This includes the opportunity to hear from 2 and 4-year college admissions counselors, leaders in the apprenticeship and workforce programs, and representatives of our armed forces. Sessions will explore how each of these five pathways connects to support your post-high school planning.

Seniors

With just two months to go to Graduation, take this day to make your final preparations, visit any schools, or apply for last-minute scholarships!