The results are in... OHS knocked it out of the park at the State Journalism contest! The team traveled to Norfolk on Monday, April 27th, to compete.
The team consists of (front row from left to right): Sadie Flansburg, Hayden Shaw, Paige Armijo, and Ethan Auwerda. Back row from left to right: Ella Mueller, Edan Cain, Brooklyn Robb, and Paeton Brown, not pictured - Leon Sybrant
State Runner Up: Paige Armijo and Hayden Shaw - Broadcast Sports Story
Ella Mueller: 8th place - Entertainment Review Writing and 6th place - Editorial Writing
Brooklyn Robb: 8th place - Editorial Cartooning
Edan Cain: 8th place - Photo/Artistic Illustration
Sadie Flansburg: 6th place - Broadcast News Story and 6th place - Broadcast Feature Story
Hayden Shaw: 2nd place - Broadcast Sports Story, 5th place - Broadcast News Story, 6th place - Broadcast News Story, and 6th place - Broadcast Feature Story
Paige Armijo - 2nd place - Broadcast Sports Story and 5th place - Broadcast News Story
Ethan Auwerda - 1st place Unified Journalism - Editorial Writing
Ethan Auwerda and Paeton Brown - 1st place Unified Journalism - Broadcast Sports Story
Ethan Auwerda and Leon Sybrant - 1st place Unified Journalism - Broadcast News Story
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The team consists of (front row from left to right): Sadie Flansburg, Hayden Shaw, Paige Armijo, and Ethan Auwerda. Back row from left to right: Ella Mueller, Edan Cain, Brooklyn Robb, and Paeton Brown, not pictured - Leon Sybrant
State Runner Up: Paige Armijo and Hayden Shaw - Broadcast Sports Story
Ella Mueller: 8th place - Entertainment Review Writing and 6th place - Editorial Writing
Brooklyn Robb: 8th place - Editorial Cartooning
Edan Cain: 8th place - Photo/Artistic Illustration
Sadie Flansburg: 6th place - Broadcast News Story and 6th place - Broadcast Feature Story
Hayden Shaw: 2nd place - Broadcast Sports Story, 5th place - Broadcast News Story, 6th place - Broadcast News Story, and 6th place - Broadcast Feature Story
Paige Armijo - 2nd place - Broadcast Sports Story and 5th place - Broadcast News Story
Ethan Auwerda - 1st place Unified Journalism - Editorial Writing
Ethan Auwerda and Paeton Brown - 1st place Unified Journalism - Broadcast Sports Story
Ethan Auwerda and Leon Sybrant - 1st place Unified Journalism - Broadcast News Story
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OG Nation, meet your 2026–2027 OHS Cheerleaders!
From varsity to junior varsity, this group is ready to bring the energy, lead the crowd, and represent OHS with pride all year long. The commitment, teamwork, and spirit it takes to earn a spot on this squad does not go unnoticed!
We cannot wait to see you on the sidelines!
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The future is bright… and it’s dancing its way into the 2026/27 season.
Congratulations to the Ogallala Indianettes Dance Team! This group is bringing the energy, the commitment, and the pride that defines OG Nation!
Proud. Passionate. Indianettes.
Let’s hear it for this team as they get ready to represent OHS!
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🌳⚫️ OG Nation getting it done ⚪️🌳
Three OHS Impart Tribe students spent their Friday giving back, helping the Keith County Tree Board plant 13 trees at the Ogallala Community Hospital for Arbor Day!
Big shoutout to Maya Williams, Nevaeh Byres, and Alexis Thomas (not pictured) for showing what it means to take pride in your community!
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OG Nation, join us as we celebrate generations of greatness... Introducing the 2026 Ogallala Athletic Hall of Fame Class
A group that has left a lasting legacy and continues to represent the very best of OG Nation.
👏 Pick Nichols - Class of 1931
👏 Diane Mendenhall - Class of 1977
👏 Angie Milliken - Class of 1985
👏 Jake Holscher - Class of 1995
👏 3x Girls Golf State Champions (2016, 2017, 2018)
Join us as we honor these incredible athletes and their impact on Ogallala athletics.
📅 Saturday, May 23, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 OHS Performing Arts Center
Social hour to follow at Driftwood.
Let’s pack the house and celebrate the history, pride, and tradition of OG Nation!
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A group that has left a lasting legacy and continues to represent the very best of OG Nation.
👏 Pick Nichols - Class of 1931
👏 Diane Mendenhall - Class of 1977
👏 Angie Milliken - Class of 1985
👏 Jake Holscher - Class of 1995
👏 3x Girls Golf State Champions (2016, 2017, 2018)
Join us as we honor these incredible athletes and their impact on Ogallala athletics.
📅 Saturday, May 23, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 OHS Performing Arts Center
Social hour to follow at Driftwood.
Let’s pack the house and celebrate the history, pride, and tradition of OG Nation!
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March Madness brought a little friendly competition to OPSD, and this year’s bracket challenge winner is Middle Grades Principal Brandi Lippert! 🏀
Brandi takes home the traveling trophy and a banner to hang in the rafters. Opportunities like this are a fun way to build connections and strengthen the positive culture across our district.
Congratulations, Brandi!
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Brandi takes home the traveling trophy and a banner to hang in the rafters. Opportunities like this are a fun way to build connections and strengthen the positive culture across our district.
Congratulations, Brandi!
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Shoutout to our amazing Prairie View Elementary ambassadors and our “Fairness” award winners!
These students were recognized for showing fairness. These students were seen playing by the rules, including others, and making sure everyone is treated with respect. Your actions make our school a better place, and we are so proud of you!
Our winners - Louden Brown, Nora Lauts, Ivy Wood & Elise Samuelsen
These students were recognized for showing fairness. These students were seen playing by the rules, including others, and making sure everyone is treated with respect. Your actions make our school a better place, and we are so proud of you!
Our winners - Louden Brown, Nora Lauts, Ivy Wood & Elise Samuelsen
Over the weekend, OHS brought the energy and excitement to the stage with their spring musical, Mamma Mia! The cast and crew delivered outstanding performances from start to finish, creating a show that had the entire audience hooked.
A huge shoutout to Mr. Schut and Mr. Baldwin for their leadership and dedication in bringing such a polished, high-quality production to life. What a fantastic weekend of entertainment and talent!
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A huge shoutout to Mr. Schut and Mr. Baldwin for their leadership and dedication in bringing such a polished, high-quality production to life. What a fantastic weekend of entertainment and talent!
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Please join us in congratulating Gary Cobaugh as he steps into the Head Girls Basketball Coach position!
We are excited to have him lead our OHS Lady Indians and can’t wait to see all they accomplish!
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Our golfers were in action at two invites and showed up ready to compete! ⛳️
Varsity | McCook Invite
Rylan Gilmore led the way with a 76, earning 4th place, as the team battled to a strong 3rd place finish with a 342.
Gavin Peters (86), Easton Knispel (88), Connor Bell (92), and Sawyer Smith (97) rounded out a solid day on the course.
JV | Perkins County Invite
The JV squad put together a great team effort, finishing with a 393.
Evan Heilman (90) paced the group, followed by Rockton Rezac (99), Rhys Gilmore (102), Lincoln Stephens (102), and Jagger Barnhill (106).
Strong competition, steady improvement, and a lot to build on as the season rolls on. Keep it going, Indians!
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Varsity | McCook Invite
Rylan Gilmore led the way with a 76, earning 4th place, as the team battled to a strong 3rd place finish with a 342.
Gavin Peters (86), Easton Knispel (88), Connor Bell (92), and Sawyer Smith (97) rounded out a solid day on the course.
JV | Perkins County Invite
The JV squad put together a great team effort, finishing with a 393.
Evan Heilman (90) paced the group, followed by Rockton Rezac (99), Rhys Gilmore (102), Lincoln Stephens (102), and Jagger Barnhill (106).
Strong competition, steady improvement, and a lot to build on as the season rolls on. Keep it going, Indians!
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Our OHS Tracksters have been putting in the work, and it shows! Between the Ed Moore Invite in Ogallala, the Dutch Zorn Invite in Gothenburg, and the Leyton Invitational, it’s been a busy stretch of competition for these athletes.
Proud of the effort, growth, and grit they continue to show at every meet. Keep it rolling, O!
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Proud of the effort, growth, and grit they continue to show at every meet. Keep it rolling, O!
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🎨✨ Big wins for the OHS Art Club! ✨🎨
Mrs. Grafford’s Art Club competed at the MCC Paint-In and Art Competition, and they made it count!
Out of 300 entries, Joslyn Wyatt earned 1st Place AND Judges’ Choice in the Drawing category. An incredible achievement!
OHS also brought TWO teams to compete, and out of 30 schools across the state, Ogallala Team #2 captured an impressive 3rd place finish!
We are so proud of all of these talented artists for representing OHS with creativity, dedication, and heart.
Congratulations, OHS Art Club!
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Mrs. Grafford’s Art Club competed at the MCC Paint-In and Art Competition, and they made it count!
Out of 300 entries, Joslyn Wyatt earned 1st Place AND Judges’ Choice in the Drawing category. An incredible achievement!
OHS also brought TWO teams to compete, and out of 30 schools across the state, Ogallala Team #2 captured an impressive 3rd place finish!
We are so proud of all of these talented artists for representing OHS with creativity, dedication, and heart.
Congratulations, OHS Art Club!
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Happy Administrative Professionals Day to Mrs. Towell and Mrs. Kipple!
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Looking for a meaningful way to make a difference each day? Join our team as a paraeducator for the 2026–27 school year!
✔ Work with amazing students
✔ Follow the school schedule (hello, holidays and summers!)
✔ Competitive pay starting at $15/hour
✔ Great benefits, including low-cost insurance
Apply today at www.opsd.org →employment opportunities or call 308-284-4060 to learn more!
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✔ Work with amazing students
✔ Follow the school schedule (hello, holidays and summers!)
✔ Competitive pay starting at $15/hour
✔ Great benefits, including low-cost insurance
Apply today at www.opsd.org →employment opportunities or call 308-284-4060 to learn more!
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Please join us in celebrating Kellie Johnson as she takes on a new role within OPSD!
Kellie will serve as a kindergarten teacher at Prairie View Elementary, where she will bring her experience in our district to a new role supporting and inspiring our youngest learners as they begin their educational journey.
We are excited to see her continue to grow within OPSD and can’t wait to see the great things ahead!
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Final call for nominations!
Time is running out to submit your nominations for Teacher & Staff Member of the Year. Do not miss the opportunity to recognize someone who has made a meaningful impact.
Let’s celebrate the amazing people who help make our schools the best they can be. Submit your nomination today!
https://www.opsd.org/forms/202526-staff-member-teacher-of-the-year
Time is running out to submit your nominations for Teacher & Staff Member of the Year. Do not miss the opportunity to recognize someone who has made a meaningful impact.
Let’s celebrate the amazing people who help make our schools the best they can be. Submit your nomination today!
https://www.opsd.org/forms/202526-staff-member-teacher-of-the-year
We’re closing out this year’s “Let’s Chat” series in just 2 days!
📍 OHS Commons
🗓 April 22
⏰ 5:30-6:30 PM
Join Mr. O’Neil and other OHS parents & guardians to discuss what matters most to our school community.
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📍 OHS Commons
🗓 April 22
⏰ 5:30-6:30 PM
Join Mr. O’Neil and other OHS parents & guardians to discuss what matters most to our school community.
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OPSD Transition Day is Coming!
On Friday, May 1, we’re excited to help our students take the next step with a day designed to build confidence, answer questions, and get everyone excited for what’s ahead!
⚫️🟠⚪️5th to 6th Grade Transition: Prairie View Middle Grades⚪️🟠⚫️
11:35 AM - 1:30 PM
Students will:
‣ Kick things off with a welcome and overview
‣ Visit classrooms, meet teachers, and learn expectations
‣Eat middle school lunch alongside current students
‣ Wrap up with a final session and Q&A with parents
Parents are invited starting at 12:15 PM to:
‣Attend an information session about 6th grade
‣Join their student for a closing session and Q&A
⚫️🟠⚪️ Freshman Transition Day: Ogallala High School⚪️🟠⚫️
Students will:
‣ Visit real classes with freshman mentors
‣ Meet staff and current students
‣ Hear from senior leaders
‣ Explore opportunities at the activity fair
‣ Students will begin at Prairie View and travel to the high school
‣Parents are invited to a Q&A at 12:20 PM in the PAC
‣ Dismissal at 1:30 PM from OHS
This day is all about helping students feel comfortable, confident, and excited for the next chapter. We can’t wait to see them take this step!
On Friday, May 1, we’re excited to help our students take the next step with a day designed to build confidence, answer questions, and get everyone excited for what’s ahead!
⚫️🟠⚪️5th to 6th Grade Transition: Prairie View Middle Grades⚪️🟠⚫️
11:35 AM - 1:30 PM
Students will:
‣ Kick things off with a welcome and overview
‣ Visit classrooms, meet teachers, and learn expectations
‣Eat middle school lunch alongside current students
‣ Wrap up with a final session and Q&A with parents
Parents are invited starting at 12:15 PM to:
‣Attend an information session about 6th grade
‣Join their student for a closing session and Q&A
⚫️🟠⚪️ Freshman Transition Day: Ogallala High School⚪️🟠⚫️
Students will:
‣ Visit real classes with freshman mentors
‣ Meet staff and current students
‣ Hear from senior leaders
‣ Explore opportunities at the activity fair
‣ Students will begin at Prairie View and travel to the high school
‣Parents are invited to a Q&A at 12:20 PM in the PAC
‣ Dismissal at 1:30 PM from OHS
This day is all about helping students feel comfortable, confident, and excited for the next chapter. We can’t wait to see them take this step!
PVE Families,
With winter weather conditions forecasted for tomorrow, Friday, April 17, we want to remind everyone to please send students to school dressed appropriately for the weather.
We plan to continue going outside for recess, so it’s important that students come with warm winter gear, including:
Coats
Hats
Gloves
Appropriate footwear
Fresh air and movement are an important part of our day, and being properly dressed helps ensure all students can safely enjoy recess.
Thank you for your support in helping keep our students warm, comfortable, and ready to learn!
With winter weather conditions forecasted for tomorrow, Friday, April 17, we want to remind everyone to please send students to school dressed appropriately for the weather.
We plan to continue going outside for recess, so it’s important that students come with warm winter gear, including:
Coats
Hats
Gloves
Appropriate footwear
Fresh air and movement are an important part of our day, and being properly dressed helps ensure all students can safely enjoy recess.
Thank you for your support in helping keep our students warm, comfortable, and ready to learn!
Please join us in welcoming Cooper Coons to the OPSD team!
Cooper will serve as a physical education teacher at Prairie View Middle School, where he will help students build confidence, teamwork, and a lifelong appreciation for healthy, active living.
We are excited to have Cooper join OG Nation and can’t wait to see the great things ahead!
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