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Extra, extra, read all about it! Acting Out!'s production of Disney's "Newsies Jr." opens THIS WEEKEND!
Show times:
- Friday, February 6 at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, February 7 at 2 and 7 p.m.
- Sunday, February 8 at 2 p.m.
Please note: It's a bustling weekend on campus, with "Newsies Jr." performances AND home basketball games on Friday and Saturday, parking will be limited. We strongly encourage carpooling. Good luck to all our Green Bears on the court and on the stage!
About the show: "Newsies Jr." is a high-energy musical inspired by the real-life Newsboys Strike of 1899. When newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys' expense, a spirited group of young newsies bands together to stand up for what's right. Led by the determined Jack Kelly, the kids discover the power of friendship, courage, and using their voices to make a difference. Filled with upbeat songs, lively dance numbers, and an inspiring message, "Newsies Jr." is a fun, uplifting show for audiences of all ages. Rated G.
Ottawa Hills Girls Cross Country Wins Division IV State Championship!
The Ottawa Hills Girls Cross Country team made school history, capturing the Division IV State Championship in a remarkable performance among 214 runners from across Ohio.
Leading the way was Natalie Nixon, who placed an outstanding 5th overall, followed by strong performances from Mercy Alamina, Emily Chen, Molly Mullan, Freya Klaas, Piper Padgett, and Evelyn Sandretto. Together, these runners showcased incredible teamwork, grit, and determination to bring home the top honor.
In a dramatic finish, the Green Bears edged out 17-time state champions Minster High School, marking a truly special victory for Ottawa Hills.
The team was guided by dedicated coaches Jeremy Nixon, Mark Sandretto, and Emily Nixon, whose leadership and commitment have inspired excellence all season long.
District earns 5-Stars rating on 2024-25 State Report Card
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce released School Report Cards, and Ottawa Hills Local Schools achieved the state's highest 5-Star Report Card rating. This distinction was earned by only 8% of Ohio districts. This recognition reflects the incredible dedication of our faculty, staff, students and families. Congratulations to our Green Bear community for making excellence happen every day!
Congratulations to our High School teachers, staff, and students!
U.S. News & World Report released its "Best High Schools" national rankings on Aug. 19, 2025. Ottawa Hills High School is ranked:
- # 169 in the National Rankings
- # 3 in Ohio High Schools
- # 1 in the Toledo Metro Area High Schools
- # 266 in STEM High Schools
These rankings are a direct reflection of the commitment and outstanding work our teachers and staff do every single day. Their passion, creativity and compassion, along with the unwavering support of our parents and community, provide our students what it takes to make this school a truly special place. Congratulations to our high school teachers, staff and students on this incredible achievement!
Meet Maggie: the 25/26 Face of the District!
Maggie was the lucky OHSPA Spring Silent Auction winner for Face of the District.
Fun facts about Maggie:
- She wants to be a teacher when she grows up.
- Her favorite color is green.
- She loves the swings on the playground.
- She recently started piano lessons.
- Maggie also won the auction item Parade Grand Marshal and got to ride along with Officer Sara at the Celebration of Village Life homecoming parade!
Cognia School of Distinction
Ottawa Hills Jr./Sr. High School has earned the Cognia School of Distinction for Excellence in Education Award, as well as accreditation. This recognition is for our steadfast commitment to providing a high-quality education for every one of our students and our promise to continue improving for them.
The Cognia accreditation process involves rigorous evaluations using the latest research and understanding of learning, teaching, and leading. As a School of Distinction, we join the other 49 schools receiving this honor across 16 states and 7 countries that represent benchmark institutions in quality education.
Many thanks to our amazing faculty and staff, students, parents, leadership team, board of education, community, and our support organizations!