As we close in on Thanksgiving Break I am reminded of the immense gratitude I have for all of you. Despite many obstacles, challenges, and doubters we have been able to provide something special this year for our students. Thank you all for your efforts. We had a great fall, one that will be talked about and remembered in this community for a very long time.

Now we are transitioning into the winter season. Our unity and willingness to do whatever it takes to be here have carried us during this time. It is critical that we stay together and do what is necessary so that we may continue to enjoy in-person learning every day and participate in the extracurriculars we so love.

The Vaccine is coming, there is a light at the end of the tunnel, so we just need to hold on a little longer. Make sure you are staying safe by avoiding large gatherings, keep wearing your masks, and wash your hands regularly. Thank you all for your support, hard work, and dedication.

We can do this! #OneHeartbeat Go, Knights!

Sincerely,

Mr. O'Shea

Exciting News for Finance Education

This school year, we partnered with Sun Federal Credit Union to open a new student-run branch at Otsego High School. The goal of the student branch, which is open each Tuesday during lunch, is to provide hands-on financial education and guidance to prepare students for the future. Students get an introduction to basic financial terms and information, learn how to understand and utilize a checking account, and have the opportunity to start securely saving. All students, employees, and their families are eligible for membership at Sun FCU. Students age 16 and over can open an account on their own, and ages 15 and under can open an account with a parent or guardian. We encourage as many students as possible to take advantage of this FREE service to begin their journey to financial independence! To see how the student branch is engaging students and their families, follow us on Twitter @SunOtsegoCU or visit https://www.sunfederalcu.org/otsegosrcu. To learn more or to open an account, students can visit the website or stop by the student branch on Tuesdays. If parents have any questions, please reach out to Gretchen Fisher at gretchen.fisher@sunfcu.org. We are very excited to see the advantages that this partnership will bring to the district and community!

He will be building a batting cage for the Tontogany Legion Ball Fields. This project will benefit the community by providing a recreational outlet for the youth of the Otsego Local School District communities.

Baseball and softball are popular and the need for another batting cage at the field is great. Especially in these difficult times, outside recreation is extremely important.

The batting cage will be 60X18. His project is to fundraise and build the batting cage with the help of his troop. The estimated cost for the project is $2,500. Any funds that are donated to this worthy project would be greatly appreciated.

Donations can be made in the form of a check to Troop 347, with "Neil Amborski, Eagle Project" noted in the memo line. The donation can be mailed to 14016 Cross Creek Rd. Bowling Green, Ohio 43402. If you have any questions about the project, please contact Neil at 23namborski@otsegoknights.org . Thank you for your consideration.

Hello, Otsego Jr. High school. 7th period Kao’s class is doing a fundraiser for canned food starting Red Ribbon week and the week after. If you would like to participate, please, drop off canned food/dog food at room A22. Please label how many cans you have either on a sticky note or on your bag. Our goal that we are trying to reach is 400 cans for human food and 100 cans for animal food. You could bring dog food, cat food, or any canned food. Thank you! Let’s End Hunger together!

If you would like to help a child in need, please use the following link to choose an Angel "virtually". You will be asked to provide your name and contact information when you choose a child in need, so we can privately send more detailed lists of clothing sizes and interests.

Angel Tree Adoption Sign Up

We would like to have all donations of gifts in the respective offices by Friday, December 11th to ensure that we get them delivered to the students before Christmas Break. Please wrap items, and indicate the student number provided above. You may do this with post-it notes, or a removable tag so we can keep the gifts separate for their respective students.

If you have any questions about transportation please direct them towards our transportation director, Eva Vasher, evasher@otsegoknights.org.

Running through 12/31/20, all students can go through the line and get breakfast or lunch for FREE and the USDA will reimburse Otsego for this meal. Students can still bring in money for their account if they would like to buy extra meals or ala carte items. This process remains the same.

The menus are staying the same for the next couple of weeks. I will let you know if and when they change.

Free and Reduced Applications – We still need those who may qualify for free and reduced meals to fill out their yearly application. You can fill this out online at https://www.lunchapplication.com/ This data is used in multiple different areas and it is very important that we have accurate information.

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