It's been a tradition for the seniors to do a breakfast and drive, or ride, something different to school for quite some time. This year, the seniors did not disappoint! They had a spread of bacon, sausage, eggs, pancakes, muffins, fruit, chocolate milk, OJ, etc! Our parking lot was full of tractors, a motor home, scooters, side by sides, golf carts, horses of many types, and more. We will miss this group of seniors who have given us lots of laughs and memories! Only one more week and you're out of here!
Mrs. Utendorf is ecstatic to announce that our very own, Alejandra Candia, has made it to the FINAL 3 in Newsela's national poetry competition! Yeah, you read that right, NATIONAL!
Mrs. Utendorf says Alex is one of the most talented young writers she's ever had and hopes to be the first person to purchase a book of poetry of hers one day. Her powerful and beautiful words now have the chance to be recognized on a platform much bigger than the front of Mrs. U's classroom.
So we need your help! Please take a few minutes of your time to click the link below, log in with Google, and cast your vote for this outstanding young writer.
Her poem can be found on tab 5, and you can cast your vote on tab 10.
https://app.formative.com/formatives/6813b2f68e6cc498ec27e38f
A celebration marking the 60th Anniversary of Ottawa-Glandorf High School was held today at OGHS. The Classes of 1965 and 2025 enjoyed light refreshments, building tours, storytelling, and historical memorabilia. Thanks to the members of the Class of 1965, the first graduating class, who were able to attend.
Congratulations to OG Senior Zachary Ruhe and his team were one of 12 teams invited to compete in the CDE, Career Development Events competition (due to submitted blueprints & planning), and they finished 5th in the state overall. He also received a Gold Rating as a treasurer and earned his state FFA degree. Fewer than 2% of the students in FFA in Ohio earn this degree! Zac, your OG family is very proud of you!
Today, we celebrated 10 OGHS seniors on their acceptance of an apprenticeship upon graduation. Congratulations to these fine young men! County Electric: Kolton Schroeder and Kaiden Fenbert.
GROB: Logan Schroeder, Carter Vorst, Brandon Frey, Cole Morman, Ethan Mason, Logan Maas, and Ausitn Koch. Toledo Local Millwright Piledrivers 1090: Harley Cramer.
Last Saturday, the Ottawa-Glandorf HS Concert Band attended the OMEA State Large Group Adjudicated Event hosted in Findlay. There, they made school history by receiving a Superior rating (the highest possible) for the second year in a row, a first-of-a-kind feat for OG Schools. In addition, by simply appearing at the State Large Group, this is the first time the band program has made an appearance at both State Marching Band and State Large Group events in the same school year.
🌟The First National Bank Junior Board of Directors recently held their final meeting of the year! The Direct Delivery logo was revealed. The students received custom t-shirts and explored topics like long-term business planning and forecasting. They also took part in a personal finance session focused on the differences between debit and credit cards.
It’s been a pleasure working with this incredible group of juniors from Bluffton, Findlay, Liberty-Benton, Pandora-Gilboa, and Ottawa-Glandorf High Schools. We’re excited to see all they accomplish in their senior year!
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible senior mentors for an amazing year of support, guidance, and inspiration! Your leadership has made a lasting impact on our freshmen, and we wish you all the best in your next chapter. 💫
Shout out to our awesome freshmen — your energy, dedication, and spirit have been inspiring. We know you’ll continue the tradition of excellence with pride! 💪💙
#ThankYouSeniors #FutureIsBright #TraditionOfExcellence
Due to the outpouring of support for this year's production of the musical,"GREASE", an additional night's performance has been scheduled for Wednesday, April 23rd at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for this performance will be available online starting at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday the 15th under the TICKETS tab at ottawaglandorf.org.
Putnam County high school students gain hands-on financial education in a real-world money management simulation called "Real Money, Real World," a hands-on budget management and decision-making activity. Booths are staffed with volunteers from the Ohio State University Extension in Putnam County and Superior Credit Union, where they represent actual businesses in the community. During the simulation, students assume the role of an adult. They receive an occupation, a monthly salary, and the number of children they are raising. Throughout the activity, students keep track of their finances and attempt to complete the simulation with a positive balance. Thank you to the Ohio State University Extension of Putnam County and Superior Credit Union for putting this event on for our students!
Congrats to Avery Laubenthal and Abby Giesige! Their artwork has been selected to move on to the VFW Auxiliary Scholarship state judging! From there, if chosen, the artwork will go on to nationals. Avery's piece is a drawing created from graphite and Prismacolors. Abby's piece is wood that she burned, sanded, and stained her design. Congratulations and Good Luck!
Job Posting: Full-time Teacher, 9-12 High School Art for the 2025-2026 School Year
The Putnam County Junior Board wrapped up the year by visiting Whirlpool and the State House. This 2-day trip provided a valuable, hands-on learning experience in manufacturing and government operations. Representatives from Ottawa-Glandorf High School are Addyson Bellman, Aiden Ruhe, and Benjamin Schroeder. Thanks to the First National Bank for giving our students this experience!
Day 1:
*Whirlpool Manufacturing Training Area: Students participated in an informative session at Whirlpool in Ottawa, where they learned about the manufacturing process and the skills required in this field.
*Whirlpool Plant Tour: A guided tour of the Whirlpool plant gave students an up-close look at the operations and technology involved in production.
Compass Room Experience: In this session, students learned about problem-solving, cost savings, and operational efficiency.
Day 2:
* Treasurer's Office: Students toured Treasurer Sprague’s Office, gaining insight into the financial management of public funds.
* Ohio Statehouse Tour: The group had the opportunity to explore the Ohio Statehouse, learning about Ohio history and the architecture of the building.
*Meeting with Senate President Rob McColley: The students were given the chance to ask questions and learn about Senator McColley’s responsibilities and background.
*Governor's Office Tour: Students toured Governor Mike Dewine’s Office and were able to sit at his historic desk that dates back to 1857. Lincoln sat at this desk across from then-Ohio Governor William Dennison, Jr., and discussed the impending Civil War. During this visit to the Ohio Statehouse, Lincoln was informed that he had won the election to the Presidency of the United States. The Governor's Office today is virtually identical to the Governor's office that Abraham Lincoln saw in 1861.
*Senate Committee Meeting and Senate Session: To conclude the day, students observed a live Senate Committee meeting followed by a Senate session, providing them with a firsthand understanding of the legislative process.
Ottawa-Glandorf High School announces the Class of 2025 valedictorian Rose Turnwald and salutatorian Jillian Trinko
Congratulations to these two young women on an outstanding accomplishment!
The welding program at Millstream not only prepares students with modern welding processes, they develop skills and creativity. Senior Matt Warnimont displays his recent creation, a welded "tractor" using an antique Singer sewing machine and gears.
The Class of 2025 is enjoying the sights in NYC on their senior trip! We wish you all safe travels on your way home!
Nice temperatures bring the Putnam County Special Response Team to Titan Stadium today for some training.
Lady Titan Basketball Honors!
Congratulations to Nicole Hovest on being Millstream's 1st Licenced Cosmetologist of the Year!
Congratulations to Claire Prasuhn (1st from the left), a Health Professions II student, who is now a certified Phlebotomist!
Congratulations to this year's Putnam County Art Show ribbon winners! Anna Buddelmeyer won a Best of Show award for her piece "Memories Behind a Medal." Avery Laubenthal was recognized as a four year Merit Award Winner since she has won at least one Merit Ribbon each year as a freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior! The following students won Merit Ribbons this year: Yaretzi Zamora Garcia, Dustin Ruhe, Mason Baumgartner, Elliana McCrate, Sophia Hilty, Abby Giesige, Dezmynd Martinez, Isabel Rump, Karlee Maag, Delaney Duling, Stella Kuhlman, Madie Liebrecht, and Reagan Miller. The following students won two Merit Ribbons this year: Grace Kahle and Grace Huber. The following students won four Merit Ribbons this year: Avery Laubenthal and Cadan Coram. Congratulations to all the artists, as OG had 90 pieces of artwork in this year's show! #titanpride
