Last Friday the Ottawa Hills Schools Foundation recognized distinguished alumni who have made a meaningful contribution to society, and whose accomplishments, affiliations, and careers have honored the tradition of excellence at Ottawa Hills. The Foundation also inducted new members to the Athletic Hall of Fame in appreciation of extraordinary contributions to our athletic programs or recognition of outstanding achievement in sports.

Pictured from left to right: Cleveland O'Neal, Sandy Osterman, Paula Wagoner Conway, John Spengler, Dr. Jessica Ciralsky, Norm Niedermeier, Phil Mattingly, and Jim White, Jr. Not pictured is Carl Heiles.

Distinguished Alumni Recipients

• Carl Heiles, class of ‘57  - Noted astrophysicist & mentor
• Phil Matttingly, class of ‘02 - White House correspondent for CNN
• Cleveland O’Neal, class of ‘77 - Award winning multimedia entrepreneur
• Dr. Jessica Ciralsky, class of ‘96 - Ophthalmologist and gifted clinical educator
• Jim White, Jr., class of ‘58 - Business and civic leader

Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees

• Paula (Wagoner) Conway, class of ‘94 - Multi-sport athlete and field hockey leader
• Sandy Osterman - Sports pioneer and beloved coach
• Norm Niedermeier - Teacher, coach, athletic director and friend
• John Spengler, class of ‘77 - All-around athlete and kicking star
• Jim White, Jr., class of ‘58 - Star quarterback 

Many thanks to Director of Development and Alumni Relations Erica Silk, OHS Foundation President Jackie Berenzweig, and to the OH Schools Foundation and the selection committee. It was a magical evening for our school and community. Congratulations to our 2022 Distinguished Alumni and Athletic Hall of Fame recipients! You can read more about the Ottawa Hills Schools Foundation here.