OTSEGO LOCAL SCHOOLS
Superintendent's Weekly Update - October 5, 2018
Otsego Hall of Fame:
Otsego Local Schools is now accepting nominations for The Otsego Hall of Fame. This program recognizes individuals who have brought honor to themselves by making significant impacts or contributions to the school, community, and/or students. This program also provides an opportunity to honor alumni who have earned distinction beyond graduation. The categories for nomination include: Alumni, Former School Employees, Former Coaches and Friends of Otsego. The deadline to submit the nomination forms is Friday, November 16, 2018. The 7th induction class will be recognized at Otsego High School on Friday, January 18, 2019.
CLICK HERE FOR THE NOMINATION FORM
GO KNIGHTS!
Adam Koch
FFA Newsletter
Weston Library News
Otsego PTO
Also this year, we will be opening to the public on Saturday, December 8th, 2018 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, at this time you can have higher priced items. If you plan to attend please note the form below.
If you are interested in joining us again this year, please fill out the enclosed registration form with the number of tables you will need and return the form and a check made payable to Otsego Elementary PTO to the address on registration form. Spaces are filled on a first come first serve basis so please return them as soon as possible. If we receive your information and we do not have spaces available we will promptly return your registration and money.
Click HERE for the registration form.
ATHLETICS
LITTLE KNIGHTS BASKETBALL COMING THIS WINTER
The Otsego High School Athletic Department will be running a basketball camp for girls 1st through 4th grade. The camp will be an hour of drills and instruction followed by a half hour of games. The camp will be run by Tom Ferdig, Jason Brinkman, and Otsego basketball players. All campers who register by November 12th will receive a T-Shirt (please wear at the camp for team games) and a basketball on the first day.
Registration forms will be sent home with the students.
______________________________________________________________________________________________
Otsego Boys Basketball program will be running a basketball camp for 1st through 4th grade boys. The camp will be an hour of drills and instruction followed by a half hour of games. The camp will be run by Otsego Coaches and players. All campers who register by October 12th will receive a T-Shirt (please wear at the camp for team games) and a basketball on the first day.
Registration forms will be sent home with students on Monday.
Junior High and High School Sporting Events
Friday, October 5
7:00 - V FB @ Eastwood
Saturday, October 6
9:00 - HS XC @ Fostoria Inv.
?? - 7th VB @ Lake *NBC Tournament Game
9:00 - 8th VB (H) Rossford *NBC Tournament Game
10:00 - JV FB (H) Eastwood
10:00 - GS (H) Delta *New time
10:20 - JH XC @ Fostoria Inv.
Monday, October 8
7:00 - GS @ Ottawa Hills
Tuesday, October 9
5:00 - BS @ Bowsher
5:30 - JV/V VB (H) Rossford
7:00 - GS @ Bowsher
Wednesday, October 10
?? - 7th VB (H) *NBC Tournament Game
?? - 8th VB (H) *NBC Tournament Game
Thursday, October 11
4:15 - 7th/8th FB @ Lake
5:00 - BS (H) Woodmore
5:30 - JV/V VB @ Fostoria
7:00 - GS @ Woodmore
Friday, October 12
7:00 - V FB (H) Lake *Senior Night
The Fall HS Athletic Awards are November 12 at 7:00 in the HS gym.
COMMUNITY EVENTS SECTION
Harvest Moon Gala
The Grand Rapids Arts Council is excited to announce its upcoming Harvest Moon Gala to be held on Sunday, October 28, 2018, from 5:00 – 8:30 pm at Nazareth Hall. This annual fundraising event includes a delicious fall dinner prepared by the Nazareth Hall chef and served by staff, a silent auction, door prizes, and entertainment by Dueling Pianos.
The silent auction will feature original art by local artists and items and services donated by businesses and supporters of the arts. Door prizes are generous gift certificates from local restaurants. Presentation of the Grand Rapids Volunteer of the Year will also be held during the evening.
Combine sharp-witted and incredibly talented Dueling Pianos International musicians with pianos on stage and add in a room full of people. The result is: an evening of fast, funny, and unforgettable entertainment. The pianists sing and play everything from Jimmy Buffet, Garth Brooks, Billy Joel, Tom Petty, Elvis to Maroon 5, Metallica, Bruno Mars, Madonna and just about anything else. But most important, the show is all about the audience. It’s a clap-a-long, sing-a-long, crazy fiesta and hi-octane comedy.
Cost is $25 per person. You can reserve seats or a table of eight by calling 419-832-5664 or email grac@grandrapidsartscouncil.org.
Special Olympics Information
It is my pleasure to invite you to The Cocoon’s Dueling Pianos event! Please join us for an evening of singing, dancing and celebration benefiting The Cocoon. The evening will feature the entertaining, interactive performance of The Mobile Dueling Pianos, a silent auction, hors d’oeurves and a cash bar.
Scheduled to take place Friday, October 26th from 6:00 – 11:00 pm at The Hilton Garden Inn in Perrysburg. Tickets are only $35.
A Premium Event Package is also available for $250. Package includes two tickets to the event, a one night stay at the Hilton Garden Inn Levis Commons on October 26, 2018 and breakfast
To purchase tickets, please visit https://bidr.co/events/duelingpianos
All proceeds go directly to supporting survivors of domestic and sexual violence in our community.
We look forward to seeing you!
For more information, please feel free to reach out at (419) 373-1730, or email us at events@thecocoon.org.
2018
Rhythm on the River
Sponsored by the Grand Rapids Historical Society
Programs at M.J. Wright Pavilion on Towpath
[In case of rain, concerts moved to Old Fire Station]
DC Taylor
Acoustic Guitar Duo – 50’s Through Today’s Hits
Dudley Yetter and Chris Watson
4:00 p.m., Sunday, June 17
Toraigh
Traditional Irish Folk Music
4:00 p.m., Sunday, June 24
Bliss
Acoustic Rock/Folk
4:00 p.m., Sunday, July 1
Quartet Bernadette
Unique Blend of Jazz, Pop and
Gems from the Great American Songbook
Quartet of Four String Instrument Players
4:00 p.m., Sunday, July 15
Buddy Love and the Coconuts
Fun, Energetic, 50’s and 60’s Rock Band
4:00 p.m., Sunday, July 29
North Coast Big Band
Jazz~Swing Music~Big Band Sound
Director: Gary Keller
4:00 p.m., Sunday, August 26
Ol’ Creek Road
Folk Band Playing Bluegrass, Gospel, Americana, 1970’s Tunes
4:00 p.m., Sunday, September 9
Otsego Swing Choir and Otsego Marching Band
4:00 p.m., Sunday, October 7
Local High School Organizations
Directors: Brien Sewell and Rich Dubler
4:00 p.m., Sunday, October 7
Dear Prospective Platinum Filament 5K Costume Runners and Walkers,
Special Olympics and the Oak Leaf Productions LLC are partnering to present the Platinum Filament 5K Costume Run on Sunday October 21, 2018 at 9:00am in the Whitehouse Village Park. Dave's Running Shop is assisting the race. The main objective of the Platinum Filament 5k Costume Run is to create a family friendly event to raise awareness for developmental disabilities through the recognition of direct support professionals. Without caring mentors who inspire a transformational experience, the growth and learning for individuals with developmental disabilities are difficult to achieve in this unique culture.
The name of this race is inspired by Mike, a participant with autism who passed away. He found motivation in his life through his enjoyment of light bulbs. The words, light bulb, were among the few words in his vocabulary. When Mike was a young adult he assisted our maintenance man on the grounds. Mike would wear a utility belt and change light bulbs when they burned out. The platinum filament is the tungsten wire inside of a light bulb, through which an electric current is passed. Mike’s disabilities are gone now, and his light will always shine in the hearts of those who were fortunate to know him.
Please help us promote the Platinum Filament 5k Costume Run through word of mouth. This is a building year for the Oak Leaf Productions LLC to grow the event over the next 5 years. Oak Leaf Productions LLC is in the business of celebrating people and building relationships to cultivate the 5K into an annual day of music and shopping in the Whitehouse Village Park.
Interested runners or walkers can sign up electronically for the Platinum Filament 5K Costume Run at www.runsignup.com
Questions, Concerns, Comments, or Rumors
Sponsors
Otsego Board of Education
President: Elizabeth Gorski jegorski@frontier.com
Vice President: Judy Snyder jasnyder715@gmail.com
Board Member: James Harter jameslharter@gmail.com
Board Member: Mark Tolles mdt814@cs.com
Board Member: Brad Anderson banderson.otsego@gmail.com
Adam Koch, Superintendent
Email: akoch@otsegoknights.org
Website: www.otsegoknights.org
Location: 18505 Tontogany Creek Road, Bowling Green, OH, United States
Phone: 419-823-4381
Twitter: @AdamKoch_Otsego
Lisa Austin, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent/EMIS Coordinator
Email: laustin@otsegoknights.org
Phone: 419-823-4381
Lauri Dunham, Special Education Director
Email: ldunham@otsegoknights.org
Phone: 419-823-4381
Stephen Bihary, School Psychologist
Email: sbihary@otsegoknights.org
Phone: 419-823-4381
Luke Swartz, Technology Director
Email: lswartz@otsegoknights.org
Website: www.otsegoknights.org
Phone: 419-823-4381
Katrina Baughman, Elementary Principal
Email: kbaughman@otsegoknights.org
Phone: 419-823-4381
Twitter: @KBaughman723
Mike Wiley, Assistant Elementary Principal
Email: mwiley@otsegoknights.org
Phone: 419-823-4381
Twitter: @PrincpalWiley
Kevin O'Shea, High School Principal
Email: koshea@otsegoknights.org
Phone: 419-823-4381
Twitter: @KosheaOHS
Jon Rife, Junior High Principal
Email: jrife@otsegoknights.org
Phone: 419-823-4381
Twitter: @OJHS_Principal
Tom Ferdig, High School Athletic Director and Assistant Principal Grades 6-12
Email: tferdig@otsegoknights.org
Phone: 419-823-4381
Eva Vasher, Director of Transportation and Custodial
Email: evasher@otsegoknights.org
Phone: 419-823-4381
Jeanne Jeffers, Director of Food Service
Email: jjeffers@otsegoknights.org
Phone: 419-823-4381
Twitter: @Otsego_Cafe
Rick Haskins, Director of Maintenance
Email: rhaskins@otsegoknights.org
Phone: 419-823-4381