Otsego High School
Weekly Newsletter (Week 15)
From the Desk of Mr. O'Shea
Next Week
Next week is a two day week and we will be on a white schedule both days.
Tuesday - Staff vs. Student Charity Volleyball Game
Wednesday - NO SCHOOL, Thanksgiving Break
Thursday - NO SCHOOL, Thanksgiving Break
Friday - NO SCHOOL, Thanksgiving Break
NOVEMBER STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
2019 Yearbook Information
One School, One Book.
JOIN THE CONVERSATION - CLICK HERE for Reflection Questions/Challenges.
SPAGHETTI DINNER FUNDRAISER
Counselors Corner
ESA Scholarship
The ESA Foundation Board of Directors offers more than 200 scholarships a year for deserving United States and International students who meet the criteria of individual endowments.
ESA International is an organization founded in 1929 and is a premier leadership and service
organization bringing volunteers together in programs and projects that make a positive difference to the community. The ESA Foundation is a 501 (c) 3 public foundation established in 1970 as an organization exclusively for charitable and educational purposes. It is pledged to the
development of philanthropic activities of volunteers to assist those in need and to educate those who seek to learn thus improving their lives and the lives of others.
The information about the scholarships, requirements, and applications are available on our
website: www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarships-and-grants. The application submission
process is done online.
To find scholarships currently available, click on the current list of ESA Foundation Scholarships available by State you reside. Completed applications are accepted online beginning October 1, 2019, and ending January 31, 2020 to be considered for the scholarships this academic year.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Scholarship Chairman. Her
contact information can be found at the website listed above under the HAVE QUESTIONS tab.
SCHOLARSHIPS for FUTURE TEACHERS
The University of Toledo is now accepting applications for scholarships specifically for high school seniors who want to become teachers.
The University of Toledo annually awards nearly $5 million. These college scholarships are on top of any merit and university-level awards. We invite seniors to apply for scholarships for the 2020-21 school year, so they can be one of our award winners! The deadline to apply for all education scholarships is December 1, 2019.
Additional information is available at: utoledo.edu/education/scholarships
FEATURED SCHOLARSHIP: Herb Scholars Program, the most prestigious scholarship awarded by the Judith Herb College of Education. The Herb family recognizes, encourages and supports teachers of the future as they make their way into classrooms that will generate the leaders of tomorrow. The Herb Scholars Program is valued at full-time, in-state undergraduate tuition and general fees, room and board for up to eight semesters of undergraduate enrollment. The projected value of this scholarship is $82,000.
Community Scholarship Page
If you receive any scholarships let Mrs. Clark know and she will begin adding them to her files for seniors.
THE WEEK in PICTURES
Athletics Department
Track Team Fundraiser
Game Schedules
***For the most up to date Schedules please go to the main HS Website, these only get posted once per week and may not reflect changes. High School Website with updated Dates
Communication/Updates
Otsego Athletics is on Twitter and Facebook. Follow (@OtsegoAthletics) for high school scores and other athletic department information.
Music Department
Upcoming HS Music Performances:
November 23- Marching Band at the BG Holiday Parade, 10am
December 7- Marching Band at the Grand Rapids Light Parade, 7pm
December 8- Marching Band at the Perrysburg Holiday Parade, 2pm
December 10- Holiday Choir Concert, 7pm
December 16 (week of)- Spring Musical AUDITIONS!
December 17- Holiday Band Concert
AG/FFA
Transportation Department
Bus Communication
Sign up to receive text messages from our Transportation Department!
High School & JH Buses (Bus Routes for grades 6-12 & Penta)
Text: @otsbus6-12
to: 81010
Food Service Department
Free and Reduced Lunches
If your child/children were on free and reduced meals last year, and you believe you qualify this year you must submit a new application. Any meal charges, that occur prior to a new lunch application are the responsibility of the parent to pay. Please feel free to contact Jeanne Jeffers with any questions or concerns. jjeffers@otsegoknights.org
If you have questions please email our Food Service Supervisor, Jeanne Jeffers or follow on twitter @Otsego_Cafe
Community News and Information
Wood County Prevention Coalition
Communication with the High School
- High School Website: CLICK HERE The Otsego High School website will more effectively highlight what is important to us and the community. We keep the high school site updated with pictures, news articles, and other important information regarding the district and the building.
- Twitter: (follow @otsegohsoffice @OtsegoAthletics or @KosheaOHS)
- Remind 101: The HS office will communicate with parents and students by text and/or email. This is a free service provided by Remind 101. We use Remind 101 for quick reminders on HS deadlines and important events.
We separate each class by students and parents. Being the parent of a High Schooler usually means maintaining a hectic schedule while trying to rely on a teenager relaying important information to you. Sign up for Remind to stay informed. Please sign up with the below codes:
Students, please sign up for your class using the designated code:
(ONLY STUDENTS)
Class of 2020: text @otsego2020 to the number 81010
Class of 2021: text @otsego2021 to the number 81010
Class of 2022: text @otsego2022 to the number 81010
Class of 2023: text @otsego2023 to the number 81010.
Parents, please sign up for any group using the designated code:
(ONLY PARENTS)
Class of 2020 parent: text @hs20parent to the number 81010
Class of 2021 parent: text @hs21parent to the number 81010
Class of 2022 parent: text @hs22parent to the number 81010
Class of 2023 parent: text @hs23parent to the number 81010
Kevin O'Shea - High School Principal
High School Staff Directory/Contact List
Request a Meeting with the Principal - CLICK HERE
Email: Koshea@otsegoknights.org
Website: http://www.otsegoknights.org/high-school
Location: 18505 Tontogany Creek Road Ste. #2, Bowling Green, OH, United States
Phone: (419) 823-4381
Twitter: @KosheaOHS
Tom Ferdig - Dean of Students/HS Athletic Director
Email: tferdig@otsegoknights.org
Website: http://highschool.otsegoknights.org/
Location: 18505 Tontogany Creek Road, Bowling Green, OH, United States
Phone: (419) 823 - 4381 (2108)
Twitter: @OtsegoAthletics
Jen Wronkovich-Clark - School Counselor (Grades 10-12)
Email: jclark@otsegoknights.org
Website: http://highschool.otsegoknights.org/
Location: 18505 Tontogany Creek Road, Bowling Green, OH, United States
Phone: (419) 823-4381 (2143)
Twitter: @CounselorClark
Kristen Laudick, LSC - School Counselor (Grades 6-9)
Email: kzender@otsegoknights.org
Website: http://highschool.otsegoknights.org/
Location: 18505 Tontogany Creek Road, Bowling Green, OH, United States
Phone: (419) 823-4381 (3006)
Betsy Roberts - High School Secretary
Email: broberts@otsegoknights.org
Website: http://highschool.otsegoknights.org/
Location: 18505 Tontogany Creek Road, Bowling Green, OH, United States
Phone: (419) 823-4381 (2100)
Twitter: @OtsegoHSOffice
Jane Gray - District Nurse
Email: jgray@otsegoknights.org
Website: http://highschool.otsegoknights.org/
Location: 18505 Tontogany Creek Road, Bowling Green, OH, United States
Phone: (419) 823-4381 (4002)
Deputy Brian Ruckstuhl - School Resource Officer
Email: bruckstuhl@otsegoknights.org
Website: http://highschool.otsegoknights.org/
Location: 18505 Tontogany Creek Road, Bowling Green, OH, United States
Phone: (419) 823-4381 (2099)
Twitter: @DeputyBrianSRO
2019 - 2020 Calendars
2019 - 2020 Detailed Monthly Calendar - CLICK HERE
*Dates are subject to change and this calendar should be checked regularly.
2019 - 2020 Holistic Calendar - CLICK HERE
*Dates are subject to change and this calendar should be checked regularly.
2019 - 2020 Testing Calendar - Click Here
*Dates are subject to change and this calendar should be checked regularly.