Weekly District News February 9, 2024

Come "Under the Sea" tonight!

Don't be a "poor unfortunate soul." Come "under the sea" this weekend at the OHMTA and Acting Out! production of "Little Mermaid, Jr." Tonight is opening night and we wish all 140+ Green Bears participating a fantastic evening! Digital playbills will be available tonight at the OHMTA website here.

Show times are:

Friday, February 9 at 7 p.m. - SOLD OUT
Saturday, February 10 at 2 p.m.
Saturday, February 10 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, February 11 at 2 p.m.

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Thomas Siloy joins OHLS as Treasurer/CFO

The Board of Education is pleased to announce that Mr. Thomas Siloy has accepted the position of Treasurer/CFO of Ottawa Hills Local Schools. He will oversee the financial operations for Ottawa Hills Local Schools and report directly to the Board of Education. He will work with our Interim Treasurer Mr. Cajon Keeton to transition into the role and begin full time March 1. "I'm thrilled to join the best school district in Ohio. This is something that you strive for in my position and I'm excited to get started working with the staff and community in this phenomenal district," says Tom Siloy.

Read more here

UDATED FAQ on District Finances

We have updated our frequently asked questions on district finances you can read on our website here. Fiscal responsibility and enhanced communications are an important part of our Strategic Plan. We will continue to update the FAQ on District Finances and share updates in the weekly district newsletter.

If you missed last week's district newsletter, you can view the State of the District recording here. The presentation slideshow can be viewed here. If you have district finances questions after watching the State of the District and reading the FAQ please submit them to info@ohschools.org.

Friday Night Parking

Tonight is a big night on campus with opening night for "Little Mermaid, Jr." and home basketball games for boys junior varsity and varsity teams.

Parking near the jr./sr. high school will be limited while events are taking place in both the auditorium and gym. Feel free to park in the elementary school parking lot or where permitted on the street.

Good luck to both our actors and athletes tonight!

Congratulations 8th grade girls team!

The 8th grade girls edged out Toledo Christian to win the TAAC championship last Saturday. The team and coaches were presented the championship plaque by TAAC commissioner Rick Kaifas. Way to go, Green Bears!

Power of the Pen team wins districts!

The Ottawa Hills 8th grade Power of the Pen team took 1st place at the district competition last weekend. Power of the Pen is an interscholastic creative writing program for middle school students in Ohio. Over 300 schools compete statewide in writing tournaments. Sepcial shout out to individual medalists Evelyn Sandretto in 1st place, Shivani Pindiprolu in 2nd place, and Emily Chen in 10th.

ACT-Grade 11

All juniors are taking the ACT the morning of Tuesday, February 27. This is a state-funded opportunity for our students to take the test and have their scores sent to the colleges or universities of their choice. Attendance on that day is very important and students should anticipate a long morning with a delayed lunch hour.

Check your School Messenger preferences

OHLS sends a text and email for all delays and closings through School Messenger. See our parent guide to school messenger here. Parents/guardians can update their contact preferences in school messenger; however, since this information is imported through Powerschool registration, please report any errors to your student's building administrator.

Kids Heart Challenge

On Monday, February 26th , Ottawa Hills Elementary School will be taking part in Kids Heart Challenge. This event raises funds for the American Heart Association. The money raised helps support ongoing research and education programs in the fight against heart disease. In addition, it qualifies our school for certificates toward physical education equipment.

The Kids Heart Challenge is a fun and effective way to teach heart-healthy living. It emphasizes the importance of physical activity as children take part in something they enjoy. This event will include jump rope and a variety of other activities that keep kids moving and active.

Learn more here. Register your student here.

Acting Out! registration now open

Acting Out! is an acting/leadership development program for students in grades 3-8. Focus areas include: acting & movement, audition tips, expressive speaking, technical theatre, and vocal performance. Registration information and more details at OHMTA here.

More news and resources:

2024-2025 School Calendar
The Blade: Ottawa Hills School Board hires new treasurer
WGTV 13 Action News: Ottawa Hills Local Schools announces new district treasurer
Past Weekly District Newsletters (district news)
Past Jr./Sr. High News (weekly junior/senior high news)
Past Starting 5 (monthly junior/senior high news)
Past Green Bear Bulletins (weekly elementary school news)

Upcoming events:

For the latest event details, visit the district events calendar or the athletic calendar

Feb. 9-11: "Little Mermaid, Jr."
Feb 12: 6th grade parent meeting 6 p.m. high school library
Feb. 13: OH Boosters meeting 6 p.m. The Foundry
Feb. 16: No School. Professional Development Day
Feb. 19: Schools Closed. Presidents' Day
Feb. 21: Board of Education meeting 4:30 p.m. Village Green
Feb. 22: OHSPA meeting 5:30 p.m. community room
Feb. 26-March 1: OHES Art Fair
Feb. 27: ACT testing for 11th grade

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