Third "Coffee and Conversation" focused on testing, curriculum, and finances This morning, Superintendent Dr. Fineske and Treasurer/CFO Mr. Siloy were joined by Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction Dr. Miller for the third "Coffee and Conversation" with the community. Dr. Miller outlined the required and additional testing our students receive and why, as well as provided an overview to the on-going process of updating our curriculum. Mr. Siloy reviewed the latest monthly financial report and shared insights into recent news on state and federal funding. Friday, May 16 at 8:30 a.m. will be the last "Coffee and Conversation" for this school year with the focus primarily being to share updates on state funding and the May Five-Year Forecast. |
Third "Coffee and Conversation" focused on testing, curriculum, and finances This morning, Superintendent Dr. Fineske and Treasurer/CFO Mr. Siloy were joined by Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction Dr. Miller for the third "Coffee and Conversation" with the community. Dr. Miller outlined the required and additional testing our students receive and why, as well as provided an overview to the on-going process of updating our curriculum. Mr. Siloy reviewed the latest monthly financial report and shared insights into recent news on state and federal funding. Friday, May 16 at 8:30 a.m. will be the last "Coffee and Conversation" for this school year with the focus primarily being to share updates on state funding and the May Five-Year Forecast. |
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Next “Big Futures” event: April 21 Join us Monday, April 21, from 6:30–8 p.m. in The Foundry for the final Big Futures event of the school year, focused on entrepreneurship and business ownership. Sponsored by The Foundry at Ottawa Hills, the evening features a panel of local business leaders: Elias Hajjar (The Garden at Poco Piatti) Dr. Jon Frankel (Frankel Dentistry) John Amato (Jupmode) Ashley Sheehan (Beloved Bridal) Amanda & Frank Viviano (Bartz Viviano) Justin Amburgey (Chick-fil-A)
Students will hear firsthand about turning passion into profession, and participate in small-group breakout sessions to dive deeper into topics like: The rewards and challenges of entrepreneurship Essential business skills Starting and growing a business Navigating setbacks and learning from failure
Open to all 7th–12th grade students and their parents. Don’t miss this inspiring opportunity! |
Next “Big Futures” event: April 21 Join us Monday, April 21, from 6:30–8 p.m. in The Foundry for the final Big Futures event of the school year, focused on entrepreneurship and business ownership. Sponsored by The Foundry at Ottawa Hills, the evening features a panel of local business leaders: Elias Hajjar (The Garden at Poco Piatti) Dr. Jon Frankel (Frankel Dentistry) John Amato (Jupmode) Ashley Sheehan (Beloved Bridal) Amanda & Frank Viviano (Bartz Viviano) Justin Amburgey (Chick-fil-A)
Students will hear firsthand about turning passion into profession, and participate in small-group breakout sessions to dive deeper into topics like: The rewards and challenges of entrepreneurship Essential business skills Starting and growing a business Navigating setbacks and learning from failure
Open to all 7th–12th grade students and their parents. Don’t miss this inspiring opportunity! |
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Save the date for the annual smART Show – April 23, from 6-9 p.m. Join us for the smART Show 2025: Masterpiece! In addition to strolling through our hallway galleries and admiring students' artwork, you can attend AP Art student talks, participate in hands-on activities, and even recreate a masterpiece. The smART Show is a free community event that has been elevating the arts and celebrating students since 2006. |
Save the date for the annual smART Show – April 23, from 6-9 p.m. Join us for the smART Show 2025: Masterpiece! In addition to strolling through our hallway galleries and admiring students' artwork, you can attend AP Art student talks, participate in hands-on activities, and even recreate a masterpiece. The smART Show is a free community event that has been elevating the arts and celebrating students since 2006. |
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| Calling elementary LEGO artists! New this year at the smART Show: A LEGO Masterpiece Art Exhibit featuring creations by elementary students! For submission criteria, registration information, and prize details click here. |
Calling elementary LEGO artists! New this year at the smART Show: A LEGO Masterpiece Art Exhibit featuring creations by elementary students! For submission criteria, registration information, and prize details click here. |
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| OHLS awarded second safety grant In collaboration with the treasurer's office and district grants committee, the district applied for safety grant funds through the Ohio Attorney General’s Safety Grant. We are pleased to share that we have been awarded both grants we applied for - totaling $44,636. These funds will help offset the cost of planned safety upgrades included in the district’s five-year permanent improvement plan. Enhancements at both the junior/senior high school and elementary school include installing 3M shatterproof film on exterior doors, windows, and upgrading security cameras before the start of school this fall. |
OHLS awarded second safety grant In collaboration with the treasurer's office and district grants committee, the district applied for safety grant funds through the Ohio Attorney General’s Safety Grant. We are pleased to share that we have been awarded both grants we applied for - totaling $44,636. These funds will help offset the cost of planned safety upgrades included in the district’s five-year permanent improvement plan. Enhancements at both the junior/senior high school and elementary school include installing 3M shatterproof film on exterior doors, windows, and upgrading security cameras before the start of school this fall. |
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| Incoming kindergarten parent meeting April 16 Our incoming kindergarten parent information night is next Wednesday, April 16 at 6 p.m. in the elementary old gym. If you haven't received information regarding your incoming kindergarten student for this fall, contact Miss Janelle at the elementary office at jpetro@ohschools.org. |
Incoming kindergarten parent meeting April 16 Our incoming kindergarten parent information night is next Wednesday, April 16 at 6 p.m. in the elementary old gym. If you haven't received information regarding your incoming kindergarten student for this fall, contact Miss Janelle at the elementary office at jpetro@ohschools.org. |
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| Celebrity Wait Night and Silent Auction OHSPA and OH Boosters are proud to present our Celebrity Wait Night and Silent Auction fundraiser celebrating “100 Years of Green Bears”! It’s sure to be a wonderfully fun evening! All proceeds benefit OHSPA and the OH Boosters Club. Limited dinner tickets are still available. The Silent Auction runs now through April 24 at 9 p.m. We have over 200 items ranging from experiences for pre-k through seniors, family friendly packages, home and outdoors, sports, spa and salon packages, dinners and private events and so much more! |
Celebrity Wait Night and Silent Auction OHSPA and OH Boosters are proud to present our Celebrity Wait Night and Silent Auction fundraiser celebrating “100 Years of Green Bears”! It’s sure to be a wonderfully fun evening! All proceeds benefit OHSPA and the OH Boosters Club. Limited dinner tickets are still available. The Silent Auction runs now through April 24 at 9 p.m. We have over 200 items ranging from experiences for pre-k through seniors, family friendly packages, home and outdoors, sports, spa and salon packages, dinners and private events and so much more! |
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| Outstanding students seeking host families Below are just two of the many students looking for host families. Email our local AFS representative Linda Sherry here to learn more. Linda will search through hundreds of biographies to find the right student for your family. Gonzalo from Spain is a top student with a passion for STEM, history, and geography. His teacher calls him “one of the best” at his school. Friendly and kind, he plays trombone in the school band and hopes to continue in the U.S. An avid cyclist, he’s excited to try American football and skiing. Hafsa from Morocco is an outstanding student with excellent English skills. She is known for her friendly, respectful manner, her curiosity and eagerness to learn. She enjoys painting, drawing, volunteering and Taekwondo. Hafsa is hoping to pursue a degree in architecture. |
Outstanding students seeking host families Below are just two of the many students looking for host families. Email our local AFS representative Linda Sherry here to learn more. Linda will search through hundreds of biographies to find the right student for your family. Gonzalo from Spain is a top student with a passion for STEM, history, and geography. His teacher calls him “one of the best” at his school. Friendly and kind, he plays trombone in the school band and hopes to continue in the U.S. An avid cyclist, he’s excited to try American football and skiing. Hafsa from Morocco is an outstanding student with excellent English skills. She is known for her friendly, respectful manner, her curiosity and eagerness to learn. She enjoys painting, drawing, volunteering and Taekwondo. Hafsa is hoping to pursue a degree in architecture. |
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| Do you have a student interested in AI? This summer, OHLS and the Office of Village Life are offering an AI focused pre-college enrichment program for middle and high school students. Taught by alumni and graduate students from Stanford, MIT, and other top universities, the program provides hands-on learning in AI. |
Do you have a student interested in AI? This summer, OHLS and the Office of Village Life are offering an AI focused pre-college enrichment program for middle and high school students. Taught by alumni and graduate students from Stanford, MIT, and other top universities, the program provides hands-on learning in AI. |
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Upcoming events: - Tuesday, April 15: OHMTA meeting 7 p.m. in room 123
- Wednesday, April 16: Board of Education meeting 4 p.m. district offices
- Wednesday, April 23: smART Show 6-9 p.m. jr./sr. high school
- Thursday, April 24: OHSPA/OH Boosters Celebrity Wait Night fundraiser 6-9 p.m.
- Monday, April 28: (New date!) Brown Bag Chorus Spring Concert 7 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 7: Board of Education meeting 8:30 a.m. district offices
- Tuesday, May 13: JHHS Choir Concert 7:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 14: All District Band Concert 7 p.m.
- Friday, May 16: Coffee and Conversation 8:30 a.m. district offices
- Friday, May 16: OHSPA Spring Carnival 6-8 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 21: Board of Education meeting 4 p.m. district offices
- Thursday, May 22: OHSPA meeting 5:30 p.m. The Foundry
- Friday, May 23: Early release for all students at 1 p.m.
- Monday, May 24: Memorial Day. Schools closed.
- Friday, May 25: Last day of school. Elementary students released at noon. Commencement 6 p.m.
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Upcoming events: - Tuesday, April 15: OHMTA meeting 7 p.m. in room 123
- Wednesday, April 16: Board of Education meeting 4 p.m. district offices
- Wednesday, April 23: smART Show 6-9 p.m. jr./sr. high school
- Thursday, April 24: OHSPA/OH Boosters Celebrity Wait Night fundraiser 6-9 p.m.
- Monday, April 28: (New date!) Brown Bag Chorus Spring Concert 7 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 7: Board of Education meeting 8:30 a.m. district offices
- Tuesday, May 13: JHHS Choir Concert 7:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 14: All District Band Concert 7 p.m.
- Friday, May 16: Coffee and Conversation 8:30 a.m. district offices
- Friday, May 16: OHSPA Spring Carnival 6-8 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 21: Board of Education meeting 4 p.m. district offices
- Thursday, May 22: OHSPA meeting 5:30 p.m. The Foundry
- Friday, May 23: Early release for all students at 1 p.m.
- Monday, May 24: Memorial Day. Schools closed.
- Friday, May 25: Last day of school. Elementary students released at noon. Commencement 6 p.m.
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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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