Ogallala Public Schools

OHS Chemistry students are testing local soils to explore how chemistry can impact food production & address global hunger. 🤔 There is a lot of science to figure out when learning about fertilizers & nutrients! #RealWorldScience #CultureofConfidence

This winter, middle-grades students all took on a MAP Growth Challenge! The grade level with the highest percentage of students meeting or exceeding their Fall-to-Winter growth goals earned a spin on the prize wheel for a special grade-level reward. 👏 A huge congratulations to our 7th graders, who had an impressive 66% of students reach or exceed their growth goals! Their reward? A BONUS 1:30 dismissal (and no, it won't be on a Friday!). We’re incredibly proud of ALL our middle-schoolers for their hard work and growth this season. We can’t wait to see what amazing things they’ll accomplish this spring! 🌟 #CultureOfConfidence

📣Activity update for the week of January 13. #CultureOfConfidence

A small but mighty selection of Speech students made their way to Chase County yesterday for their first meet of the year and walked away with the Championship title! What a great day for our speech team! #CultureOfConfidence

OHS Varsity Bowling Squads made the trek to Lexington yesterday to complete in their meet. Despite not making it far in the bracket there were some great scores. Isaac 160, Bradyn 180, Evan 185 (PR) Oliver 194 and Drew 208 (PR) On the girls side Felicity had a 131 and Angel rolled a 150. The team will host a home meet against McCook on Thursday at 3:00. We hope to see you there! #CultureOfConfidence

Mrs. Hesser's 2nd-grade students found a creative way to stay warm on a cold, snowy day—by making Stone Soup together! It was a delicious treat after a chilly recess! While preparing the soup, the class explored how communities work together to meet needs and cooperate. Afterward, the class read the story Stone Soup and discussed its theme of sharing and cooperation. What a fun way to connect learning with a warm, hearty treat! #CultureOfConfidence

📢 Attention Parents! 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 5th or 6th 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!

Missoula Children's Theater is coming to Ogallala next week! Auditions will take place in the Prairie View North Gym. Missoula Children's Theater Alice in Wonderland Auditions Monday, 1/13 4-6:00 PM Prairie View North Gym Performance Friday, 1/17 7:00 PM Ogallala High School Performing Arts Center Supported by ORAC and Optimists

🥇🏆Athletes, Coaches, Contributors, Hall of Fame Moments🏆🥇 If you think it was worthy of Hall of Fame consideration, it can be submitted! There are four different categories for nomination - 1. Ogallala Athletic Hall of Fame - team or individual 2. Ogallala Hall of Honor 3. Next-Level Indians (Indian Athletes that competed for 2+ years at the collegiate level) 4. Record achievements (If you have a record achievement in any sport please submit it with verification. This will be placed on our record boards) ◆Nominations will be accepted for this class through March 1. ANY NOMINATION ACCEPTED AFTER MARCH 1 WILL GO TOWARDS THE 2026 &; FUTURE CLASS OF NOMINEES.◆ Once nominated for the Hall of Fame the person's nomination lasts forever. If the nominee isn’t accepted the year of their nomination, the nomination will roll into the next year evaluation. The Board Members have been meeting, planning, and preparing for the inaugural banquet to celebrate some of our top-tier athletes, taking place on May 17, 2025, at Prairie View School.

Home lane advantage helped the OHS Boys Varsity Bowling Team earn the win over Kearney today! OHS Girls didn’t win but played well and gave it their all! What a fun day at Cornhusker Lanes! The teams travel to Lexington Saturday for their invitational. Best of luck, OHS Bowlers! #CultureOfConfidence

📙2024/25 OHS Yearbooks are available to be ordered! 📙 Be sure to capture the memories of the school year; from games to dances, clubs to classes, your OHS yearbook will hold memories you'll treasure forever!! https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/view_account.asp?l=5575E9EC-AE47-4F32-B0C2-120D17722E3D #CultureOfConfidence

Mr. O'Neil and OHS staff members have selected the January students of the month. These students were nominated by an OHS staff member and selected based on academics and involvement in activities/clubs. We are proud of you! Freshmen - Lou Menotti Sophomore - Evalynce Fox Junior - Zaiden Peterson Senior - Oliver Nielsen #CultureOfConfidence

Prairie View was electric tonight as OHS Boys and Girls Wrestling hosted the Bridgeport Bulldogs! OHS Girls Wrestling wrestled hard and gave it their all, but came up short in team points. OHS Boys Wrestling fell to the Bulldogs in a tie breaker, 42-41. Tai Le, Rock Rezac, Ryder Rezac, and Zaiden Peterson all won by pins. Austin Fosbinder won by tech fall. It was a fun evening on the mat! #CultureOfConfidence

New year, new you! 🤐 Got something on your mind? Use Safe2Help! Your voice matters, and we're here to listen. Anonymously report safety concerns and help us make our schools a safer, more supportive space for everyone. Call 833-980-SAFE (7233) or visit https://safe2helpne.com

📣Activity update for the week of January 6. #CultureOfConfidence

Don't forget to get your Prairie View Middle School Girls Wrestling gear ordered today!!! Help support the first season of OMG Girls Wrestling! #CultureOfConfidence https://ogpinkwrestling2024.itemorder.com/shop/home/

⚫️🏀⚪️OHS Girls Basketball versus Southwest - time adjusted!⚪️🏀⚫️ OHS Girls BB will take on Southwest at Prairie View School! Times have been adjusted to accommodate for impeding weather. JV- 10:30 am Varsity- 12:00 pm We hope to see you there!

📣Activity update for the week of December 30. #CultureOfConfidence

Prairie View Middle School Girls Wrestling will kick off their inaugural season this January! The team is selling wrestling gear to help garner support! Gear is available to be purchased until January 7th! Order yours today! https://ogpinkwrestling2024.itemorder.com/shop/home/

At the December OPSD School Board meeting, the board honored 3 model students and one dedicated staff member! 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 December students of the month, Zuryiah Owens-Reed (elementary), Lily Goulding (middle grades), Tylee Wang (high school), and staff of the month, Tina Easter! 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