🎉 Help Us STOCK the Prairie View Lounge! 🎉 Let’s welcome our amazing Prairie View teachers and staff back with a lounge full of snacks, drinks, and treats to keep them fueled for the new school year! 🧡 Want to help? Here’s how: 🛒 Option 1: Shop Online ✔️ Click the link to view our Amazon Wishlist ✔️ Add your favorite items to your cart ✔️ Ship directly to Prairie View or send to yourself and drop them off ✔️ Drop-off available at the office (Mon–Fri, 8 AM–3 PM) or through any PTO member 🔗 https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/ZL7PKL9XGY4F?ref_=wl_share&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR7-X2_KK4czHRC3TY1pOOLZqyo62o35nam_CbkS39wsysKr0a68ylXVu_hOPQ_aem_N_u0T-Z2ChjleNg4WMup0w 🛍 Option 2: Shop Local ✔️ Use the wishlist as inspiration ✔️ Pick up items at any local store ✔️ Drop them off at the Prairie View office or with a PTO member Every donation, big or small, makes a difference and shows our staff how much we appreciate them! Thank you for supporting our #CultureOfConfidence! 💪🥨🥤
about 1 month ago, Ogallala Public Schools
OHS & PV secretaries are back! We’re excited to welcome our amazing office staff back in the buildings! They are ready to help you get the school year off to a great start! ⚫️Ogallala High School – Mrs. Reeson & Ms. Dolan ⚫️Prairie View – Mrs. Towell & Mrs. Kipple They’re available to assist OPSD families Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–3:00. They are here to help with: 🔸 Back-to-school paperwork 🔸 Student enrollment & records 🔸 Answering questions & providing information 🔸 Coordinating schedules & communication
about 1 month ago, Ogallala Public Schools
secretary welcome post
📢 REMINDER: School Supply Distribution 🎒✏️

If your family needs assistance with school supplies, distribution will be held WEDNESDAY during Prairie View Open House from 12:00–5:00 PM in the Prairie View Small Gym (north side).

Please make sure to fill out the request form before you come so we can have adequate supplies for your student(s):

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdeYa8XRgF95hcZQOy3z_JpMm37pCXy8EAnK9Wa4N5t8oQgjg/viewform?usp=dialog

We can’t wait to see you and help get your student ready for a great year!

#CultureOfConfidence

about 1 month ago, Rachel Max
school supply distribution
🏌🏻‍♀️⛳️ OHS Girls Golf practice starts THIS Monday, August 11th at 6:00 am at Crandall Creek Golf Club. Questions? Contact Coach Schilz at maaikaschilz@opsd.org
about 1 month ago, Ogallala Public Schools
It's Back to School time for Prairie View Elementary! 📝

We are excited to welcome our new students and families, as well as our returning students and their families!

It's my honor to serve again as the principal at Prairie View Elementary! I'm excited to get going again and see all the students and staff and all the great things that happen every day at PVE!

Back to School information can be found at https://www.opsd.org/page/back-to-school.

Go Big O!

#CultureofConfidence
about 1 month ago, Casey Slama
2025 Welcome Back Letter (1)
Important Dates
🚨 We’re Hiring a Paraeducator at OHS! 🚨

Ogallala Public Schools is looking for a dedicated paraeducator to join our high school team starting this school year!

Pay starting at $15/hour (negotiable based on experience)

What you’ll do:
-Support students academically, socially, and emotionally
-Build positive relationships and help create a supportive learning environment
-Work closely with educators, parents, and staff to ensure student success

📅 Start Date: As soon as possible!

Apply today! Visit www.opsd.org ➡ Employment Opportunities or scan the QR code in the graphic.

Questions? Call us at (308) 284-4060.

#CultureOfConfidence
about 1 month ago, Rachel Max
paraeducator hiring ad
We would like to welcome Catie Dolan and Danielle Reeson to the OPSD Team!! Catie and Danielle will be the first faces you see when walking into OHS. Catie will serve as the new activities secretary and Danielle will serve as the OHS Secretary/Registrar. We are thrilled to have you joining our team! #CultureOfConfidence
about 1 month ago, Ogallala Public Schools
Dani Reeson welcome post
Catie Dolan welcome post
Today, Ogallala Public Schools welcomed our amazing substitute teachers for a morning of learning, connection, and preparation for the year ahead! Superintendent Dr. Russel kicked things off by sharing OPSD’s culture and vision for the future. Building principals shared what subs can expect in their schools, while our administrative assistants covered the ins and outs of logistics. The training was interactive, engaging, and full of helpful tips to ensure our subs are confident and ready to step into the classroom. Love working with kids? We’re always looking for caring, dependable people to join our substitute team and make a difference in students’ lives! #CultureOfConfidence
about 1 month ago, Ogallala Public Schools
substitute teacher training day
substitute teacher training day
Mark Your Calendar - OPSD Picture Day is Coming!
Picture Day is Wednesday, September 3rd.
Skip the hassle and get ahead by ordering online now:

Step 1: Go to modernimagesonline.com
Step 2: Enter this code: PQ88LNMD
Step 3: Place your order
Step 4: Enjoy a hassle-free picture day!

No need to bring anything but your smile!

#CultureOfConfidence
about 1 month ago, Rachel Max
picture day
⚫️🟠⚪️ ATTENTION: Families of ALL Activity Participants! ⚪️🟠⚫️ Mark your calendars: 🗓 Tuesday, August 12th ⏰ 7:30–8:00 PM 📍 OHS Performing Arts Center (PAC) All students and parents involved in any school activity are encouraged to attend this important meeting. We’ll be covering expectations and guidelines for participation in all school-sponsored activities. Let’s start the year informed and ready for a great season! 🎭🏈🎶📣 #CultureOfConfidence
about 1 month ago, Ogallala Public Schools
2025 OPSD BACK TO SCHOOL EVENTS!
We're excited to kick off the 2025–26 school year! Mark your calendars and join us for these important events:

📅 Tuesday, August 12, 2025
🏫 Prairie View New Family Orientation
⏰ 5:00 – 5:30 PM
📍 Prairie View Gym

🎓 High School Frosh & New Student Orientation
⏰ 6:30 – 7:30 PM
📍 OHS PAC

📅 Wednesday, August 13, 2025
🏫 Prairie View Open House
⏰ 12:00 – 5:00 PM
📍 Prairie View Classrooms

Come meet your teachers, tour the school, and get ready for a fantastic year ahead!
We hope to see you there!

#CultureOfConfidence
about 1 month ago, Rachel Max
back to school events
🥤STOCK THE PRAIRIE VIEW LOUNGE🥨
Attention Prairie View families! We would love to Welcome Back our beloved teachers and staff members with a fully-stocked lounge! If you are willing and able to contribute, there are two ways to help:
(1) Online
🧡Browse the PV Stock the Lounge Amazon Wishlist Link
🧡Add any items to your cart that you would like to contribute to the teacher and staff lounge/pantry
🧡 Check out and choose the Prairie View Address OR have it shipped to your own address
🧡Deliver items to any PTO Member or the Prairie View office (8:00 - 3:00 M-F) at your convenience!
AMAZON WISHLIST LINK: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/ZL7PKL9XGY4F?ref_=wl_share

(2) Local
🧡Browse the PV Stock the Lounge Amazon Wishlist Link
🧡 Pick up items from a local store and deliver items to any PTO Member or the Prairie View Office
Thank you for helping us stock the lounge!
#CultureOfConfidence
about 1 month ago, Rachel Max
📣 Back to School Central is LIVE!

We’ve made it easier than ever to get ready for the new school year!
Check out our NEW Back to School Website – your one-stop shop for everything you need, including:

✅ Bell Schedules
✅ School Supply Lists
✅ Breakfast & Lunch Prices
✅ Important Upcoming Dates

📅 Whether you're planning ahead or looking for quick info, it's all in one place!

🔗 https://www.opsd.org/page/back-to-school

Let’s kick off the year strong! 💪 #BackToSchool

about 1 month ago, Sherry Towell
🎒📚🍎🎓✏️💛 Back to school vibes! Got a concern? Safe2Help is here to listen. Talk to us anonymously via our app, website, or call 833-980-SAFE. Let's make this school year a SAFE one! 📱🔒 #SchoolSafety #BackToSchool
about 2 months ago, Rachel Max
safe2help
Need Help with School Supplies? ✏️✂️📚

If your family could use a little help getting ready for the new school year, we’re here for you! School supply distribution will take place during Open House on Wednesday, August 13th, from 12:00–5:00 PM in the Prairie View Small Gym (north side).

To ensure we have supplies ready for your student(s), please fill out the request form here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdeYa8XRgF95hcZQOy3z_JpMm37pCXy8EAnK9Wa4N5t8oQgjg/viewform?usp=dialog

We’re looking forward to a great school year and want every student to start off strong!

#CultureOfConfidence
about 2 months ago, Rachel Max
school supply distribution

📅 Ogallala Public Schools | 2025–2026 No School Days 📅

OPSD Families, please take note of the following no school dates for the upcoming academic year. We encourage you to plan trips and appointments around these times to support student attendance and academic success:

◆September 1st – Labor Day
◆October 3rd – No School
◆November 26–28 – Thanksgiving Break
◆ December 22–January 5 – Winter Break
◆February 6th – No School
◆March 12–13 – Spring Break
◆April 3–6 – Easter Break
◆May 12th – District Track Meet (No School)

Ogallala Public Schools recognizes the strong connection between time spent in the classroom and student success.

Scan the QR code or visit our website to view the full academic calendar.

#CultureOfConfidence

about 2 months ago, Rachel Max
no school days flier
📚✏️ School Supply Lists 🎒🖍️ School will be starting in a few short weeks! Prairie View supply lists for the upcoming school year are now published! Click the link below to find your student's list. Elementary: https://5il.co/1vrm5 Middle Grades: https://5il.co/1vxer
about 2 months ago, Rachel Max
Ogallala Public Schools is excited to announce a Public Meeting to share plans for our Early Childhood Education (PreK) Expansion Project!

🗓 Tuesday, August 19
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Prairie View School Boardroom

We’re working to expand access to high-quality early learning for 3- and 4-year-olds in our community, and we want to hear from YOU! Come learn more, ask questions, and share your thoughts as we take this important step toward a stronger future for our youngest learners.

Let’s build something great—together!
about 2 months ago, Rachel Max
ece expansion pack
Big shoutout to our OPSD Special Education staff and administrators who took part in an engaging, hands-on CPI behavior support and management training today, led by none other than our Student Services Director, Jake Fehr! This interactive session equips our team with the tools and strategies to confidently support all students, building stronger, safer, and more inclusive learning environments. We’re proud of the passion and dedication our staff brings every day!
about 2 months ago, Ogallala Public Schools
training
training

We would like to welcome Rosa Zimmerman BACK to the OPSD Team!! Rosa will serve as the Spanish teacher for OHS. We are thrilled to have you rejoin our team! #CultureOfConfidence

about 2 months ago, Rachel Max
rosa zimmerman