Ogallala Public Schools

❣️🌹Don't forget to order your flowers by February 6th!🌹❣️ OHS FFA is hosting a Valentine's Day Flower fundraiser! The chapter offers a variety of flower options for you to order! The form can be turned in to Ashley Hensley on or before February 6th. For questions, email or call Ms. Hensley at ashleyhensley@opsd.org or (970) 466-5671. #CultureOfConfidence

Middle school science students participated in a poster contest through the Southwest Department of Health promoting awareness of radon and its potential for harm. It is in fact the 2nd leading cause of lung cancer and it often goes undetected! Several students were finalists, and three of Ogallala’s own were the top 3 participants! Congratulations to Sam Bell, Liv Jehorek, and Maccoy Morken! #CultureOfConfidence

Ogallala Public Schools is HIRING for multiple positions! We'd love to have you join our team! We are proud to offer a positive work environment, a family-first environment, competitive pay, and benefits, including FULL family benefits! We are seeking candidates for the following positions: ‣Elementary Teacher ‣Early Childhood Special Education Teacher ($2,500 signing bonus) ‣Speech & Language Pathologist ($10,000 yearly retention bonus) ‣Play Production Coach (One-Act) ‣Bowling Coach Apply today! #CultureOfConfidence

🥇🏆Athletes, Coaches, Contributors, Hall of Fame Moments🏆🥇 If you think it was worthy of Hall of Fame consideration, it can be submitted! We are looking for nominations from all generations—early 1900's and on. Athletes must be out of high school for 5 years to be eligible and cannot nominate themselves. Also, we are looking to tabulate all athletes who successfully participated in 2+ years of college athletics. Please send their names, college, sport, and years to: oghalloffame@opsd.org

Did you know? With Safe2Help, you can submit a safety concern and be heard without revealing your identity. 🤐 In fact, the majority of reports we receive are from anonymous students and community members. What you know matters. When in doubt, reach out. https://safe2helpne.com

The OHS Boys Wrestling team hit the mats in Mitchell this weekend, competing in the Mitchell Invitational! Their hard work paid off as they battled tough opponents and brought home multiple medals. Diego Juarez - 3rd Place Zaiden Peterson - 2nd Place Ryder Rezac - 3rd Place We are so proud of you! 👏 #CultureOfConfidence

The OHS physics students recently launched their water rockets! 🚀 So much innovation on display as they explored Newton's Laws & momentum. The goal: max height + safe egg return. Our 3D printer has been working overtime this past week! #physics #CultureOfConfidence

📣Activity update for the week of February 3. #CultureOfConfidence

🟠⚫️Parent/Teacher Conferences are Tuesday & Wednesday!⚫️🟠 Conferences will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 4th, & Wednesday, Feb. 5th, from 4:00-8:00 PM. There will be a 3:00 dismissal on Feb. 4th and 5th, with no school on Feb. 7th. ★Elementary Families: Please check your ROOMS account to sign up for your parent/teacher conference time! Please contact your student's teacher or Mrs. Towell at 308-284-6087 if you need assistance. #CultureOfConfidence

THIS WEEK! It's Time to Register for Kindergarten & Apply for Preschool! The time has come to secure a spot for your child in our Kindergarten class and Preschool programs for the upcoming school year! 🏫✨ 🌟 Kindergarten Registration: If your child is ready to start their academic journey, now is the time to sign up for our Kindergarten class. Get ready for an exciting year full of learning, growth, and new friendships! 🌱 Preschool Applications: We are also accepting applications for our Preschool program, designed to help your little one build a strong foundation for their future education in a nurturing, fun, and creative environment. 📝 How to Register/Apply: Come to Prairie View School February 4th or 5th 9:00am-7:00pm 🎉 Don't miss out – secure your child’s spot today! Let’s make this year the start of an incredible educational journey. For questions or more details, feel free to contact us at 308-284-6087. sherrytowell@opsd.org or caseyslama@opsd.org We can’t wait to welcome your child into our school family!

Mr. O'Neil and OHS staff members have selected the February students of the month. These students were nominated by an OHS staff member and selected based on academics and involvement in activities/clubs. Freshman - Avery Hull Sophomore - Drew Hesser Junior - Edan Cain Senior - Avery Lowther We are proud of you! #CultureOfConfidence

Congratulations to OPSD Activities Director Scott Rezac! We are thrilled to share that Scott Rezac has been named the 2025 NSIAAA District 4 Athletic Director of the Year! This honor is a testament to his dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the students and athletes in our community. Recognized by his peers across the state, Scott’s passion for athletics and education continues to make a lasting impact. #CultureOfConfidence

Yesterday was a great day at home for the OHS bowlers! The team hosted Arapahoe at Cornhusker Lanes. There were lots of PRs for the season. Amaris 121, Liz 138, and Oliver 244! The boys went undefeated on our home lanes this season. Being a risk taker Liz sang the National Anthem before the meet started and did an excellent job! Check out the video in the comments. ⬇️ We are proud of you! #CultureOfConfidence

OHS Basketball is competing in the Southwest Conference Tournament in Kearney this weekend! Please see the attached image for fan parking. OHS Boys will play Gothenurg at 3:30 CST. OHS Girls will play Minden at 6:30 CST. Unable to attend the games in person? KHS is streaming the games via HudlTV. Use the link below: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ne/kearney/organization/185/kearney-high-school/team/707505/girls-junior-varsity-basketball Go Big O! #CultureOfConfidence

At the January OPSD School Board meeting, the board honored 3 model students and one dedicated educator! These students & staff have shown what it means to do things “The OG Way.” They are risk-takers in and out of the classroom, show grit in all they do, and take ownership of their learning. We are so proud of our January students of the month, John Jenkins (elementary), Rihanna Juarez (middle grades), Oliver Neilsen (high school), and teacher of the month, Heather Orth! Keep up the great work! We greatly appreciate our community sponsors for donating prizes for these individuals to honor their accomplishments! #GoBigO #OGIndians #TheOGWay #CultureOfConfidence

OHS FFA is hosting a Valentine's Day Flower fundraiser! The chapter offers a variety of flower options for you to order! The form can be turned in to Ashley Hensley on or before February 6th. For questions, email or call Ms. Hensley at ashleyhensley@opsd.org or (970) 466-5671. #CultureOfConfidence

OMG Girls Wrestlers have been on the go! The team competed in Hemingford last Friday. They came home with multiple medalists! Kylie Cudaback placed 1st Aubrey Beaner placed 3rd Tessa Kirchner placed 2nd Samantha Tickle placed 2nd Cora Holm placed 3rd This Monday the team traveled to McCook. They left it all on the mat! Lilly Goulding's place is 3rd Kylie Cudaback's place is 1st Tessa Kirchner's place is 2nd Samantha Tickle's place is 2nd Mr. Max's weekly awards for a highlight for the team! Match of the Week: Aubrey Beaner For the wrestler who has the most exciting or hard-fought match, either through a win, or through a lose, it does not matter. The Human Bulldozer: Sam Tickle For the wrestler who charges forward (or backward) no matter what’s in their way—technique optional. Takedown Terror: Tessa Kirchner Awarded to the wrestler who relentlessly attempts takedowns throughout the week, demonstrating aggression and a determination to dominate their opponent. Mini Max: Kylie Cudaback Given to the wrestler who steps up as a leader, embodying the qualities of Coach Max by helping teammates, offering guidance, and consistently going above and beyond to support the team. A true "mini" (and possibly better) Coach Max! The Whiplash: Cora Holm Awarded to the wrestler who executes an incredibly fast takedown and transitions seamlessly into a pin, leaving everyone stunned by their speed and precision. These girls know what it means to truly believe in a culture of confidence! #CultureOfConfidence

🟠⚫️Parent/Teacher Conferences are NEXT WEEK!⚫️🟠 Conferences will take place on Tuesday, Feb. 4th, & Wednesday, Feb. 5th, from 4:00-8:00 PM. There will be a 3:00 dismissal on Feb. 4th and 5th, with no school on Feb. 7th. ★Elementary Families: Please check your ROOMS account to sign up for your parent/teacher conference time! Please contact your student's teacher or Mrs. Towell at 308-284-6087 if you need assistance. #CultureOfConfidence

OHS Brain sports were in full swing yesterday at our first home quiz bowl meet of the year! 🧠 Both Varsity & JV teams showed their stuff, with many players contributing answers and working together. Great job to everyone who participated! #quizbowl #CultureofConfidence

Ogallala Public Schools honors and thanks our dedicated school board members. These individuals go above and beyond to ensure that our students receive a world-class education. Thank you for all you do! #CultureOfConfidence