February 12, 2024

Sixth Grade Parent Night

TONIGHT Monday, February 12
6:00pm Foundry

Please plan to attend the first of many events to ensure a smooth transition from elementary school to junior high. The Sixth Grade Parent Night will be an in person event.

Service Learning In Kenya (SLIK)

Tuesday, February 20

6:30pm High School Library

The next Service Learning In Kenya (SLIK) program is taking place this June and as many OHHS students have experienced in the past, this is a unique opportunity for your rising junior or senior student to spend part of their summer volunteering as teachers in a primary school in rural Kenya. The trip also includes a hike on Mt. Kenya and a visit to one of Kenya’s famous game reserves. Fred Roberts, SLIK’s director and OHHS grad of ‘79, will be giving a presentation about SLIK on February 20 in the library at 6:30 PM. You can also learn more about SLIK at the website. Fred may be reached at frob5350@gmail.com with any questions.

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.

Beginning February 1, we will exclusively be using Final Forms for athletic physicals. Paper copies will no longer be accepted. All parents/guardians will receive an email from Final Forms to set up an account on February 1.

ACT-Grade 11

Tuesday, February 27

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. Good luck to our juniors!

Strong Showing for Swim at District Qualifier

The boys and girls swim team finished 4th overall at the district qualifier at Ayersville on Saturday. According to coach Sydney Holke, “We had a fantastic day over in Ayersville. Plenty of fast swims on our first stop in the OHSAA tournament. The team accumulated over a minute and 20 seconds in personal record time drops and four school records were broken.”

They include the girls 200 medley with Mary Lathrop, Ella Majerski, Zoe McCarthy, and Caitlin McCarthy; Richard Guo with a time of 23.93 in the 50 free; the boys 200 free relay with Richard Guo, Riley Nixon, Anthony Packo, and Thomas Lathrop with a time of 1:39.12; the Girls 400 free relay with Caitlin McCarthy, Zoe McCarthy, Audrey Nixon, and Mary Lathrop with a time of 3:54.05!

The following individual and relays qualified for Districts this Friday:

Zoe McCarthy: 50 (25th) and 100 free (17th)

Audrey Nixon: 200 free (7th) and 500 free (3rd)

Warren Lampkowski-Sowle: 200 free (19th) and 500 free (22nd)

Mary Lathrop: 100 free (26th) and 100 back (13th)

Richard Guo: 50 free (22nd) and 100 back (21st)

Riley Nixon: 100 free (32nd)

Thomas Lathrop: 500 free (2nd) 200 IM (2nd)

Michael Kelley: 100 breast (31st)

Henry Lenahan: 200 IM (32nd)

Under the Sea: Little Mermaid Jr. Makes Waves in Ottawa Hills

The school and community of Ottawa Hills were treated to another spectacular production from the OHHS Theatre Arts Department. Nearly 150 students were part of the cast and crew of Little Mermaid.

Thanks to Artistic Director Darrin Broadway and Directors Grace Wipfli and Kimburly Manchur for providing students with a safe, fun, inclusive opportunity to explore the performing arts. Our students will carry with them important memories, skill sets, and confidence.

Special thanks to Set Designer Daniel Thobias, Technical Director Ace Medina, Costume Designers Erica Kelm and Maria Jun, Light Designer Mel Malczewski, Ticket Coordinator Joy Hajjar, Sound Designers Maddox Smith and Eddie Phillips, Choreographer Julie O’Connell, Kimburly Manchur, and Grace Wipfli, and stage managers Claire Hawkins, Via Bridges, and Samantha Brandstatter.

Thanks to sponsors Poco Piatti, The Beirut, Byblos, Effler Schmitt Co., BAZ Group, OHMTA, and the Ottawa Hills Schools Foundation.

Many thanks to the OHMTA and the OH Schools Foundation for their continued commitment to enhancing learning opportunities for our students!

Health Students Learn to See Connections Through Service Learning

Stacy Richard’s health classes participated in a community service project with Sufficient Grace Ministries, a local nonprofit that works to provide comfort for families who experience grief due to the loss of a child. In addition to this project, Mrs. Richard’s classes have worked at Food for Thought helping with inventory and stocking. Mrs. Richards says, “she hopes her students gain a deeper understanding of community health and also learn ways to make a positive impact by giving back.”

Save the Date:

February 16 No School. Professional development day.

February 19 No School. Presidents' Day

February 27 ACT-Grade 11

March 12 Spring Sports Photos

March 15 End of Third Quarter

March 18-25 Spring Break

March 26 School Resumes

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