A Message From Mr. McMurray.... We are nearing the midterm of the third quarter. Powerschool and Google Classroom offer both students and parents the most up to date information regarding progress. As always, our faculty and staff are available to speak more in depth via email or phone.
We are looking forward to Sixth Grade Parent Night on February 18 at 6:00pm kicking off the transition and orientation process for incoming seventh graders. We look forward to meeting our newest parents and junior high school students.
If you haven’t already, get your tickets for SpongeBob. As always, the show will be amazingly entertaining and fun for all. See below for ticket information.
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A Message From Mr. McMurray.... We are nearing the midterm of the third quarter. Powerschool and Google Classroom offer both students and parents the most up to date information regarding progress. As always, our faculty and staff are available to speak more in depth via email or phone.
We are looking forward to Sixth Grade Parent Night on February 18 at 6:00pm kicking off the transition and orientation process for incoming seventh graders. We look forward to meeting our newest parents and junior high school students.
If you haven’t already, get your tickets for SpongeBob. As always, the show will be amazingly entertaining and fun for all. See below for ticket information.
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1. Annual State of the District Save the date for the annual State of the District: Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium at the junior/senior high school (2532 Evergreen Rd.). Superintendent Dr. Fineske and Treasurer/CFO Mr. Siloy will provide an update on the district's performance, facilities, and financial state. Student speakers will also share insights on the state of the junior/senior high and elementary schools from their perspective. Open Q&A to follow with district leadership and the Board of Education. |
1. Annual State of the District Save the date for the annual State of the District: Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium at the junior/senior high school (2532 Evergreen Rd.). Superintendent Dr. Fineske and Treasurer/CFO Mr. Siloy will provide an update on the district's performance, facilities, and financial state. Student speakers will also share insights on the state of the junior/senior high and elementary schools from their perspective. Open Q&A to follow with district leadership and the Board of Education. |
 | 2. Sixth Grade Parent Night Tuesday, February 18
6:00pm Foundry
Please save the date to attend the first of many events planned to ensure a smooth transition from elementary school to junior high. The Sixth Grade Parent Night will be an in person event. |
3. Scheduling 2025-2026 During the month of February, students will begin scheduling for the 2025-2026 school year. Counselors will be in classrooms and meeting one-on-one with students throughout the next few months. Students entering grades seven, eight, and nine will meet with Mrs. Tolliver. Students entering grade ten will meet with Mrs. George. Students entering grades eleven and twelve will meet with Mrs. Burnworth.
Students and parents are encouraged to discuss their course requests and teacher recommendations. If students and parents have questions, please inquire the respective school counselors after March 1. We look forward to meeting our students' scheduling needs. |
3. Scheduling 2025-2026 During the month of February, students will begin scheduling for the 2025-2026 school year. Counselors will be in classrooms and meeting one-on-one with students throughout the next few months. Students entering grades seven, eight, and nine will meet with Mrs. Tolliver. Students entering grade ten will meet with Mrs. George. Students entering grades eleven and twelve will meet with Mrs. Burnworth.
Students and parents are encouraged to discuss their course requests and teacher recommendations. If students and parents have questions, please inquire the respective school counselors after March 1. We look forward to meeting our students' scheduling needs. |
 | 4. ACT-Grade 11
All juniors are taking the ACT the morning of Tuesday, February 25. 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!
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 | 5. SpongeBob tickets Who lives in a pineapple under the sea and became the hottest star on Broadway? SpongeBob! Ottawa Hills Acting Out! Productions plunges into this award winning and dynamic stage show this week. View the cast and crew here. Friday is going to be a busy night at Ottawa Hills Jr./Sr. High School. In addition to SpongeBob, there is Senior Night at the boys basketball. To accommodate everyone, we are requesting that all of our student-athletes please park in the main lot between the Fitness Center and stadium to help leave spaces available on the street for our guests. Click here to purchase tickets! |
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Home to Home Students Experience an Unforgettable Night at UT Basketball Students from Home to Home attended the University of Toledo men's basketball game against Northern Illinois University. Although UT maintained a comfortable lead for most of the game, NIU closed the gap in the final minutes, creating an exciting nail-biter. In the end, the Rockets secured the victory. Head Coach Tod Kowalczyk, Director of Player Development Brett Rau, and Athletic Director Bryan Blair made this special visit possible and generously spent time with our students after the game. They shared insights into their professions and the rewards of being involved in collegiate athletics, while also offering valuable advice on the importance of selflessness, teamwork, and demonstrating strong character both on and off the court. Additional thanks to Public Address Announcer Kevin Mullan, who invited the group onto the court after the game for a photo op with UT mascots Rocky and Rocksy. Home to Home is a unique partnership with a mission to "gather the Scott High School and Ottawa Hills High School communities in intentional, safe, and honest platforms focused on fostering relationships, developing leadership, and strengthening understanding." We also extend our appreciation to H2H advisors Nakiiah Wright, Dr. Carnel Smith, Joe Peterson, Erica Silk, Nikki Tolliver, and Ben McMurray. Special thanks to Ottawa Hills bus driver Aunndre Graham for ensuring the group’s safe transportation to the game. This partnership is made possible through the Kadens Family Leadership Series. |
Home to Home Students Experience an Unforgettable Night at UT Basketball Students from Home to Home attended the University of Toledo men's basketball game against Northern Illinois University. Although UT maintained a comfortable lead for most of the game, NIU closed the gap in the final minutes, creating an exciting nail-biter. In the end, the Rockets secured the victory. Head Coach Tod Kowalczyk, Director of Player Development Brett Rau, and Athletic Director Bryan Blair made this special visit possible and generously spent time with our students after the game. They shared insights into their professions and the rewards of being involved in collegiate athletics, while also offering valuable advice on the importance of selflessness, teamwork, and demonstrating strong character both on and off the court. Additional thanks to Public Address Announcer Kevin Mullan, who invited the group onto the court after the game for a photo op with UT mascots Rocky and Rocksy. Home to Home is a unique partnership with a mission to "gather the Scott High School and Ottawa Hills High School communities in intentional, safe, and honest platforms focused on fostering relationships, developing leadership, and strengthening understanding." We also extend our appreciation to H2H advisors Nakiiah Wright, Dr. Carnel Smith, Joe Peterson, Erica Silk, Nikki Tolliver, and Ben McMurray. Special thanks to Ottawa Hills bus driver Aunndre Graham for ensuring the group’s safe transportation to the game. This partnership is made possible through the Kadens Family Leadership Series. |
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Teen PEP Empowers 9th Graders with Lessons on Healthy Relationships Last Thursday, Teen PEP presented in 9th-grade PE classrooms, leading interactive group activities and discussions on critical topics such as internal and external pressures, healthy coping strategies, the dynamics of healthy and unhealthy relationships, the definition of consent, and dating violence. Sponsored by the Ohio Department of Health and ProMedica’s Russell J. Ebeid Children’s Hospital, Teen PEP is a long-standing program designed to educate young people on essential social issues. For more than 25 years, it has made a meaningful impact in Toledo-area schools. This year's Teen PEP leaders include Skylar Berenzweig, Chris Culler, Maya Choksey, Dane Furey, Jasmine Hajjar, Sara Hamilton, Brody Martinez, Sam Skiver, Sloan Clausen, Olivia Wireman, Jaiden Dubois, Hutchinson Carter, Emma Friedman, Avi Hunasz, Jace Neuendorf, Teddy Szyperski, and Ashley Wang. Special thanks to teacher and advisor Stacy Richards for coordinating program logistics and helping students develop valuable leadership skills. |
Teen PEP Empowers 9th Graders with Lessons on Healthy Relationships Last Thursday, Teen PEP presented in 9th-grade PE classrooms, leading interactive group activities and discussions on critical topics such as internal and external pressures, healthy coping strategies, the dynamics of healthy and unhealthy relationships, the definition of consent, and dating violence. Sponsored by the Ohio Department of Health and ProMedica’s Russell J. Ebeid Children’s Hospital, Teen PEP is a long-standing program designed to educate young people on essential social issues. For more than 25 years, it has made a meaningful impact in Toledo-area schools. This year's Teen PEP leaders include Skylar Berenzweig, Chris Culler, Maya Choksey, Dane Furey, Jasmine Hajjar, Sara Hamilton, Brody Martinez, Sam Skiver, Sloan Clausen, Olivia Wireman, Jaiden Dubois, Hutchinson Carter, Emma Friedman, Avi Hunasz, Jace Neuendorf, Teddy Szyperski, and Ashley Wang. Special thanks to teacher and advisor Stacy Richards for coordinating program logistics and helping students develop valuable leadership skills. |
Ottawa Hills Students Shine with Superior Ratings at OMEA Solo and Ensemble Competition On Saturday, nine Green Bears participated in OMEA Solo and Ensemble Competition in District 1. Seven of these students achieved a “Superior” rating, the highest possible accolade. Sophomore Jasmine Hajjar went above and beyond by achieving a Superior rating for both piano and voice. Students selected a classical vocal solo from lists of varying difficulties, prepared them individually and with assistance from Ms. Hoss over the course of several weeks, and presented their work in front of an adjudicator for ratings and critique. Special thanks to Vocal Music Director Hayley Hoss and Heidi Clausius for rehearsing with and accompanying for all students involved and to OHMTA for their support. Bravo to all of our student musicians! |
Ottawa Hills Students Shine with Superior Ratings at OMEA Solo and Ensemble Competition On Saturday, nine Green Bears participated in OMEA Solo and Ensemble Competition in District 1. Seven of these students achieved a “Superior” rating, the highest possible accolade. Sophomore Jasmine Hajjar went above and beyond by achieving a Superior rating for both piano and voice. Students selected a classical vocal solo from lists of varying difficulties, prepared them individually and with assistance from Ms. Hoss over the course of several weeks, and presented their work in front of an adjudicator for ratings and critique. Special thanks to Vocal Music Director Hayley Hoss and Heidi Clausius for rehearsing with and accompanying for all students involved and to OHMTA for their support. Bravo to all of our student musicians! |
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Big Futures Event Inspires Students with Career Insights A huge shoutout to the Foundry Advisory Board for organizing another successful Big Futures event! Last night, a dynamic panel of professionals shared powerful stories about their educational journeys, offering insight and advice on making connections, gaining shadowing experiences, and discovering personal passions. Special thanks to our panelists: acupuncturist Kylie Study, Dr. Anil Gupta, Dr. Jim Geiger, Dr. Emily Hayman, Dr. Cindy Hodgson, DNP candidate Jenna Stengle, and athletic trainer Abbey Smith. We also appreciate the dedication of Foundry Advisory Board members Julie Paulenich, Michelle Walker, Mary Koury, and Cecily Denney, as well as Foundry Director Darrin Broadway, lead tutor Jessica Loudermilk, and OH faculty and staff for their support in making this event possible. Thank you all for empowering our students with valuable career and college guidance! |
Big Futures Event Inspires Students with Career Insights A huge shoutout to the Foundry Advisory Board for organizing another successful Big Futures event! Last night, a dynamic panel of professionals shared powerful stories about their educational journeys, offering insight and advice on making connections, gaining shadowing experiences, and discovering personal passions. Special thanks to our panelists: acupuncturist Kylie Study, Dr. Anil Gupta, Dr. Jim Geiger, Dr. Emily Hayman, Dr. Cindy Hodgson, DNP candidate Jenna Stengle, and athletic trainer Abbey Smith. We also appreciate the dedication of Foundry Advisory Board members Julie Paulenich, Michelle Walker, Mary Koury, and Cecily Denney, as well as Foundry Director Darrin Broadway, lead tutor Jessica Loudermilk, and OH faculty and staff for their support in making this event possible. Thank you all for empowering our students with valuable career and college guidance! |
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Ottawa Hills Hosts AFS Diversity Weekend, Celebrating Global Cultures This past weekend, AFS and the Diversity/International Student Exchange Club hosted Diversity Weekend, bringing together AFS international exchange students from across northwest Ohio for a memorable stay in Ottawa Hills. On Friday morning, students from Switzerland, Italy, and Spain shared presentations about their cultures with Ottawa Hills students at both the junior/senior high school and elementary school. The day continued with engaging afternoon and evening activities, fostering meaningful connections between the exchange students and the local community. Linda Sherry, AFS Liaison, uses this weekend as a mid-year check-in, giving exchange students the opportunity to reflect on their experiences. Alongside formal activities, the students explored the Henry Ford, Toledo Museum of Art and the UT Rec Center. Ottawa Hills Diversity Club students joined in on some of the fun, and the Parikh family hosted an ice cream social to wrap up the weekend. Reflecting on the event, Mrs. Sherry shared, “We had a wonderful weekend! All of the kids, AFS and OHHS, were kind, enthusiastic, polite, inclusive, and engaged. The AFS students commented on how friendly our entire community was. They wanted to stay longer!” Ms. Shawaker echoed similar sentiments, saying, “Our AFS club members did an excellent job making them feel at home and guiding them through the high school and elementary classrooms while they presented their home countries and cultures.” A special thank you to junior/senior high school teachers Noreen Hanlon, Cheri Palko, Liz Puskala, Caitlin Shawaker, Karen Fischer, Nicole Silvers, Claudio Cabrera, and elementary teachers Rachel Wanner, Jami Lewandowski, Emily Atherine, Heidi Morris, Laurie Keating, Lianne Genzman, Ali Packo, Mrs. Frost-Hudson who welcomed student speakers into their classrooms. Gratitude also goes to the families who hosted AFS students for the weekend, as well as Linda Sherry, Dennis Sherry, Caitlin Shawaker, Liza Halloran, Kristin Tucker, Katherine Navarre, Sheri Brancato, the Ellingson, Weaver, and Parikh families, and the many parent volunteers who helped make this experience possible. Ottawa Hills has proudly partnered with AFS since 1962, continuing its mission to bring the world closer together. |
Ottawa Hills Hosts AFS Diversity Weekend, Celebrating Global Cultures This past weekend, AFS and the Diversity/International Student Exchange Club hosted Diversity Weekend, bringing together AFS international exchange students from across northwest Ohio for a memorable stay in Ottawa Hills. On Friday morning, students from Switzerland, Italy, and Spain shared presentations about their cultures with Ottawa Hills students at both the junior/senior high school and elementary school. The day continued with engaging afternoon and evening activities, fostering meaningful connections between the exchange students and the local community. Linda Sherry, AFS Liaison, uses this weekend as a mid-year check-in, giving exchange students the opportunity to reflect on their experiences. Alongside formal activities, the students explored the Henry Ford, Toledo Museum of Art and the UT Rec Center. Ottawa Hills Diversity Club students joined in on some of the fun, and the Parikh family hosted an ice cream social to wrap up the weekend. Reflecting on the event, Mrs. Sherry shared, “We had a wonderful weekend! All of the kids, AFS and OHHS, were kind, enthusiastic, polite, inclusive, and engaged. The AFS students commented on how friendly our entire community was. They wanted to stay longer!” Ms. Shawaker echoed similar sentiments, saying, “Our AFS club members did an excellent job making them feel at home and guiding them through the high school and elementary classrooms while they presented their home countries and cultures.” A special thank you to junior/senior high school teachers Noreen Hanlon, Cheri Palko, Liz Puskala, Caitlin Shawaker, Karen Fischer, Nicole Silvers, Claudio Cabrera, and elementary teachers Rachel Wanner, Jami Lewandowski, Emily Atherine, Heidi Morris, Laurie Keating, Lianne Genzman, Ali Packo, Mrs. Frost-Hudson who welcomed student speakers into their classrooms. Gratitude also goes to the families who hosted AFS students for the weekend, as well as Linda Sherry, Dennis Sherry, Caitlin Shawaker, Liza Halloran, Kristin Tucker, Katherine Navarre, Sheri Brancato, the Ellingson, Weaver, and Parikh families, and the many parent volunteers who helped make this experience possible. Ottawa Hills has proudly partnered with AFS since 1962, continuing its mission to bring the world closer together. |
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Chase Reaches 1,000-Point Milestone in Green Bears Victory Senior Chase made history on Saturday, scoring his 1,000th career point in the Green Bears’ game against Huron. The game briefly paused as Chase was presented with the game ball and posed for photos with his parents and Coach John Lindsay. The celebration was even sweeter as the Green Bears went on to defeat Huron 53-39, with Chase making key contributions to the win. Since his freshman year, Chase has been an integral part of the varsity team. This season, he has already scored over 225 points, averaging more than 14 points per game. Congratulations, Chase, on this incredible achievement! Keep on scoring! |
Chase Reaches 1,000-Point Milestone in Green Bears Victory Senior Chase made history on Saturday, scoring his 1,000th career point in the Green Bears’ game against Huron. The game briefly paused as Chase was presented with the game ball and posed for photos with his parents and Coach John Lindsay. The celebration was even sweeter as the Green Bears went on to defeat Huron 53-39, with Chase making key contributions to the win. Since his freshman year, Chase has been an integral part of the varsity team. This season, he has already scored over 225 points, averaging more than 14 points per game. Congratulations, Chase, on this incredible achievement! Keep on scoring! |
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Steven Markowicz (‘97) Shares Family’s Holocaust Story with Freshman English Classes Photo by Jasa George Last Wednesday, Darrin Broadway’s freshman English classes attended a powerful presentation by Ottawa Hills alumnus Steven Markowicz (‘97). Mr. Markowicz delivered a dramatic reading from his grandfather’s book, My Three Lives, and shared insights on the profound impact of the Holocaust on his family and the world. This event was made possible by the Ruth Fajerman Markowicz Holocaust Resource Center. Special thanks to Darrin Broadway for organizing this meaningful experience. Click here to learn more about Phillip Markowicz and here to read more about his book, My Three Lives. Many thanks to Steven Markowicz and his family for their continued support of Ottawa Hills and the Greater Toledo community. After graduating from Ottawa Hills, Steven Markowicz earned his MBA in Management Accounting from DePaul University’s Kellstadt Graduate School of Business and his BSM in Finance from Tulane University’s A.B. Freeman School of Business. He currently resides in New York City and has participated in several alumni events organized by the Ottawa Hills Schools Foundation. |
Steven Markowicz (‘97) Shares Family’s Holocaust Story with Freshman English Classes Photo by Jasa George Last Wednesday, Darrin Broadway’s freshman English classes attended a powerful presentation by Ottawa Hills alumnus Steven Markowicz (‘97). Mr. Markowicz delivered a dramatic reading from his grandfather’s book, My Three Lives, and shared insights on the profound impact of the Holocaust on his family and the world. This event was made possible by the Ruth Fajerman Markowicz Holocaust Resource Center. Special thanks to Darrin Broadway for organizing this meaningful experience. Click here to learn more about Phillip Markowicz and here to read more about his book, My Three Lives. Many thanks to Steven Markowicz and his family for their continued support of Ottawa Hills and the Greater Toledo community. After graduating from Ottawa Hills, Steven Markowicz earned his MBA in Management Accounting from DePaul University’s Kellstadt Graduate School of Business and his BSM in Finance from Tulane University’s A.B. Freeman School of Business. He currently resides in New York City and has participated in several alumni events organized by the Ottawa Hills Schools Foundation. |
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Save the Date.. February 7-9: SpongeBob Tuesday, February 11: Science Fair Friday, February 14: No School Monday, February 17: No School Tuesday, February 18: Sixth Grade Parent Night |
Save the Date.. February 7-9: SpongeBob Tuesday, February 11: Science Fair Friday, February 14: No School Monday, February 17: No School Tuesday, February 18: Sixth Grade Parent Night |
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