Monthly District Newsletter - January 2, 2026 |
Monthly District Newsletter - January 2, 2026 |
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Welcome back from Winter Break! We look forward to seeing all our students back to school on Monday, Jan. 5. A couple reminders for parents/guardians: |
Welcome back from Winter Break! We look forward to seeing all our students back to school on Monday, Jan. 5. A couple reminders for parents/guardians: |
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 | Join us Jan. 9 for Coffee & Conversations Join us for coffee, conversation and community connection! District leadership invites you to learn about the future of student technology and device replacement plans, and ask questions in a casual setting on Friday, Jan. 9 at 8:30 a.m. in the district conference room (4035 W. Central Ave.). Superintendent Dr. Adam Fineske will provide a brief district update, Treasurer/CFO Tom Siloy will review district financials, and Director of Technology Trevor Hug will present on student devices and technology use in the district. |
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 | Grateful for grants This school year the Treasurer's Office has secured more than $98,283 in grant funding. This funding will be used towards planned safety and security upgrades on campus, as well as cybersecurity enhancements. Treasurer/CFO Tom Siloy presented the November financial report to the Board of Education at the December meeting. View the financial presentation and report for November below. As always, feel free to contact Mr. Siloy with any district finance questions at tsiloy@ohschools.org. |
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 | Tickets on sale now for Disney's "Newsies Jr." Extra, extra, read all about it! Congratulations to all 4th-8th grade students cast in Acting Out!'s production of Disney's "Newsies Jr.," coming to the Ottawa Hills Theatre stage in February 2026. Show dates are: - February 6 at 7 p.m.
- February 7 at 2 and 7 p.m.
- February 8 at 2 p.m.
"Newsies Jr." is a high-energy musical inspired by the real-life Newsboys Strike of 1899. When newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys' expense, a spirited group of young newsies bands together to stand up for what's right. Led by the determined Jack Kelly, the kids discover the power of friendship, courage and using their voices to make a difference. Filled with upbeat songs, lively dance numbers and an inspiring message, "Newsies Jr." is a fun, uplifting show for audiences of all ages. Rated G. |
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| Alumni gathering in NYC
Ottawa Hills alumni will be gathering for a special event in New York City on January 17 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Stella 34 Trattoria & Bar. The evening will include a special performance by the Ottawa Hills Choraliers. Alumni wishing to attend must RSVP to Director of Development Erica Silk by Jan. 6 at esilk@ohschools.org.
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Alumni gathering in NYC
Ottawa Hills alumni will be gathering for a special event in New York City on January 17 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Stella 34 Trattoria & Bar. The evening will include a special performance by the Ottawa Hills Choraliers. Alumni wishing to attend must RSVP to Director of Development Erica Silk by Jan. 6 at esilk@ohschools.org.
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| State of the District Feb. 11
Save the date for the annual State of the District: Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. in the jr./sr. high school auditorium. Superintendent Dr. Fineske will give an update on district strategic plan goals and Treasurer/CFO Mr. Siloy will give an update on district finances. Q&A to follow.
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State of the District Feb. 11
Save the date for the annual State of the District: Wednesday, Feb. 11 at 7 p.m. in the jr./sr. high school auditorium. Superintendent Dr. Fineske will give an update on district strategic plan goals and Treasurer/CFO Mr. Siloy will give an update on district finances. Q&A to follow.
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 | Support the bands! The Ottawa Hills Band Boosters Organization (OHBBO) is the district's newest support organization. OHBBO invites you to the inaugural meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 7, at 7 p.m. in the jr./sr. high school library (upstairs right above the main office). All are welcome! Information about membership and events coming soon. Questions or want to help? Email OHBBO at OHBBO.mail@gmail.com. |
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 | Bear Cave open for orders Online orders for the Bear Cave are available the first two weeks of each month - order at ohboosters.org! |
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Important dates: - Monday, Jan. 5: School resumes for all students
- Wednesday, Jan. 7: OHBBO meeting, 7 p.m., JHHS library
- Friday, Jan. 9: Coffee & Conversation, 8:30 a.m., district office
- Tuesday, Jan. 13: OHMTA meeting, 7 p.m., JHHS room 123
- Wednesday, Jan. 14: Board of Education organizational meeting, 8:30 a.m., district office
- Thursday, Jan. 15: OHSPA meeting 5:30 p.m., The Foundry
- Friday, Jan 16: Early Release for all students at 1 p.m.
- Monday, Jan. 19: No School. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- Friday-Sunday, Feb. 6-8: "Newsies Jr." musical
- Wednesday, Feb. 11: State of the District, 7 p.m. JHHS auditorium
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Important dates: - Monday, Jan. 5: School resumes for all students
- Wednesday, Jan. 7: OHBBO meeting, 7 p.m., JHHS library
- Friday, Jan. 9: Coffee & Conversation, 8:30 a.m., district office
- Tuesday, Jan. 13: OHMTA meeting, 7 p.m., JHHS room 123
- Wednesday, Jan. 14: Board of Education organizational meeting, 8:30 a.m., district office
- Thursday, Jan. 15: OHSPA meeting 5:30 p.m., The Foundry
- Friday, Jan 16: Early Release for all students at 1 p.m.
- Monday, Jan. 19: No School. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- Friday-Sunday, Feb. 6-8: "Newsies Jr." musical
- Wednesday, Feb. 11: State of the District, 7 p.m. JHHS auditorium
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Follow and connect with the district on our Facebook, Instagram, and Green Bear Athletics X social media accounts. |
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| DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT:
In partnership with our community, Ottawa Hills Local Schools will inspire, challenge, and support each student to realize their unique and full potential; to embrace the joy of learning as a lifelong process; and to become an empathetic, responsible citizen.
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DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT:
In partnership with our community, Ottawa Hills Local Schools will inspire, challenge, and support each student to realize their unique and full potential; to embrace the joy of learning as a lifelong process; and to become an empathetic, responsible citizen.
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