Congratulations to our swimmers on great performances at the state qualifying meet this weekend! Emily Quanbeck, Ella Kasperbauer, and Brooklyn Ferguson were part of the 5th place 200 medley relay which qualified for STATE. Brooklyn Ferguson got 2nd in the 50 freestyle and qualified INDIVIDUALLY for STATE. Emily Quanbeck and Brooklyn Ferguson were also part of the 3rd place 200 freestyle relay and 5th place 400 freestyle relay which also qualified for STATE. Ella Kasperbauer and Anna Quanbeck swam the 200 individual medley with Ella placing 10th and Anna placing 15th. Emily Quanbeck swam the 100 backstroke placing 11th. Ella Kasperbauer also swam the 100 breaststroke placing 11th.
State will be next Friday and Saturday in Marshalltown, IA. There is only one class in swimming and only the top 32 qualify in each event. This means that each state qualifier is within the top 32 in the state.
Congratulations to Okoboji High School Esports on qualifying for the Fall State Tournament as the second seed! They will get a first-round bye before heading into state competition!
A reminder of our OCSD Board Candidate Forum tonight at 6:30 in the OHS Auditorium! This is your chance to hear from all of our board candidates this year. If you are unable to attend, a recording of the forum will be made and shared on our district social media tomorrow.
We will have a send-off at ALL THREE buildings on Friday afternoon to send our State-Bound Cross Country Teams off in style and wish them luck! They will walk through the halls of OES at 2:40, OMS at 2:55, and OHS at 3:10 before boarding the bus for Ft. Dodge! If any parents or community members want to join the send-off, please come to OHS via the main entrance before 3:10 on Friday!
Congratulations to both the Boys AND Girls Cross Country Teams on qualifying for the State Championship Meet in Ft Dodge! Individual qualifiers include Maryn Frein, Adison Frerichs, and Marli DeGraaf for the girls and Evan Osler, Akron Jostand, and Lane Larson for the boys! Special congratulations to Evan Osler who earned the individual district championship!
Look for big things from these teams and individuals at the State Championship Meet at Lakeside Golf Course in Ft Dodge next Saturday, October 28! 2A girls run at 10:30 and boys at 11:15!
The tailgate for tonight's football game, sponsored by Central Bank and Central Insure, will be moved into the upper commons at OHS!
Congratulations to our September Pioneer Student recipient, Caleb Simington, for his outstanding work with youth. His commitment to helping them grow into confident individuals and his efforts to shape future generations are invaluable. This is a testament to Caleb's character and positive influence.
Congratulations to our September Board Salute recipients for going Above and Beyond. Brock Holman, Erin Clary, and Brenda Martin for their remarkable efforts that have not gone unnoticed for their pursuit of excellence, willingness to lend a helping hand, passion for students, and volunteering. They consistently exceed expectations and set a shining example for others to follow. Your efforts are recognized, valued, and deeply appreciated.
Turning Point USA will be providing free admission for the first 70 veterans, active military, and first responders with valid ID into the last Okoboji home football game of the season on Friday, October 13th.
Turning Point USA is a national, non-profit, non-partisan organization that strives to engage students to learn about the Constitution and government through non-partisan debate, dialogue, and discussion.
Please come to the North East Gate, nearest the gym, to receive your free admission!
Please make plans to attend a public forum with candidates running for a seat on the Okoboji Community School Board. The forum will be held on Tuesday, October 26th beginning at 6:30 PM in the Okoboji High School Auditorium. Candidates will field questions read by moderator Brad Simington and have the chance to share their views, goals, and opinions.
A recording of the event will be shared on the Okoboji Community Schools Facebook Page for those who are unable to attend.
Turning Point USA will be providing free admission for the first 70 veterans, active military, and first responders with valid ID into the last Okoboji home football game of the season on Friday, October 13th.
Turning Point USA is a national, non-profit, non-partisan organization that strives to engage students to learn about the Constitution and government through non-partisan debate, dialogue, and discussion.
Please come to the North East Gate, nearest the gym, to receive your free admission!
We are excited for our 2023 Homecoming Parade this afternoon at 2:15! Here is the map of the route! We hope to see you there! Bundle up and join in the fun!
We hope you can join us at 7:00 this evening in the South Gym for Coronation! We will celebrate our entire Homecoming Court and crown our 2023 Homecoming King and Queen! We will also hear from our Grand Marshall, Helen Alexander! Following Coronation, all are invited to stay to watch the championship match of Beefcake Volleyball and Powder Puff Football.
It will be a great night to be a Pioneer! Come out and join us!
Today is a special day as we honor and appreciate the individuals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure our schools are clean, safe, and conducive to learning. Happy Custodian Appreciation Day!
Our custodians play an integral role in our school community. They are the first to arrive and the last to leave, dedicating their days and often nights to the upkeep and maintenance of our schools. Their hard work often goes unseen, but it is felt by all of us who enjoy the clean classrooms, shiny hallways, and well-maintained facilities. Their commitment to their work has gone above and beyond to ensure every nook and corner of our schools is sanitized and safe for all of us.
Thank you, custodians, for all that you do! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment do not go unnoticed. You truly make a difference.
This year’s Homecoming Grand Marshall has been an outstanding individual in the community and school district. Helen Alexander is a driving force in her family and throughout the community advocating for the arts, higher education, and hard work.
Helen has been the definition of a model community member and has spent countless hours dedicating her time to her children, Okoboji students, educators and coaches with a significant impact. You may often see her with her big camera capturing the smiling faces of Okoboji students and teachers at sporting events, music performances, and teacher conference lunches. Her excitement at seeing everyone never wavers!
Helen started her career owning an import export business at the age of 26, traveling the world, and speaking 5 languages. She took the experiences from being an international businesswoman, world traveler, and a first-generation immigrant to be the best parent and community member she could be. Helen and her late husband Doug have lived in Okoboji for the last 23 years. They raised their three sons, David, OHS Class of 2019, John, OHS Class of 2020, and William, OHS Class of 2021, in Okoboji. All three have used their memories and lessons from Okoboji Schools to become successful young men and have made their parents very proud!
Helen is a proud figure of Okoboji Community Schools and continues to support, love, advocate, and volunteer for the students and teachers. Her genuine care for the community is always visible with her bright big smile and constant photos! That is why the honor of our 2023 Grand Marshall has been awarded to Helen Alexander!
Hello Pioneer Family,
We want to inform you that, under Federal guidelines, schools are to notify families that breakfast and free/reduced lunches are available to all eligible families. Ensuring every child has access to nutritious meals is our commitment. To learn more and apply for the fee/reduced lunch program, please get in touch with Danni Bockman at dbockman@okobojischools.org or call 712-338-4757.
Thank you for your partnership in promoting the well-being of our students.
In the Okoboji School District, we genuinely care about the overall well-being of our students AND their families. That's why we are thrilled to offer our FREE Student and Family Assistance Program! This amazing service is confidential and provided by masters-level counselors, ensuring top-notch support for all our students and their families.
Whether you're facing academic challenges, personal issues, or just need someone to talk to, our Student and Family Assistance Program is here for you! Available both in and outside of school, this service is paid for by the district to assist families in prioritizing mental health. Simply dial the number on our flyer, and you will be connected with a counseling professional for up to 6 FREE sessions to lend a helping hand, providing the support you need to thrive.
Remember, your well-being matters to us and Pioneering Pathways includes mental health support. There's no need to face challenges alone. Reach out today to our Student and Family Assistance Program and experience the caring, confidential support that is just a call away! Please see the flyer for the contact information and for more information.
This week the Algona community was rocked by the death of Police Officer Kevin Cram. Officer Cram was shot and killed in the line of duty. Officer Cram was a 10-year law enforcement veteran and also a husband and a father to young children.
In an effort to support Officer Cram's family in this difficult time, the Okoboji Pioneer Booster Club will be collecting free-will donations in buckets at the concession stand at tonight's Okoboji/Estherville football game. All donations raised will be given to Officer Cram's family.
If you are attending tonight's game, please consider donating to help Officer Cram's wife and children.
We are excited to announce that the official photographer of Okoboji Schools, Rocky Thompson and Split Rock Photography, now has an online gallery for all Okoboji Activity photos. Any time Rocky photographs an Okoboji event, a gallery will be available on this site where social media quality images can be downloaded for FREE and high-quality photos can be ordered.
The galleries can be found at https://rockythompsonphotography.shootproof.com/gallery/22179064/home
This is a great way to be able to access awesome photos of our kids and their events!
We're thrilled to share that our new school year started on a high note. Our teachers and staff collaborated wonderfully to create an engaging and welcoming environment for your children as they begin next week's new school year. Exciting times lie ahead, and we are committed to a year of growth and learning together. Pioneering Pathways For Every Student!