
Friday, March 8th at Central Cafetorium
Admission is 10.00 for adults and 5.00 for seniors and students
A dessert and drink are included for the price of admission.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Show starts at 6:00 p.m.
You don't want to miss this hilarious dessert theater production!


Big day in Shepherd sports!
7th grade volleyball won in 2 advancing to the IESA Regional Semi finals!
6 wrestlers advanced to IESA Sectionals!
Dakota 75 lbs - 1st
Connor 80 lbs - 1st
Mayson 85 lbs - 1st
Logan 100 lbs - 2nd
Jordan 155 lbs - 2nd
Trinity 70 lbs - 3rd


Students in Mrs. Lawsha, Mrs. Sinetos, and Ms. Foote's classes had the opportunity to do a Q&A session with Officer Berninger this afternoon.
What a great way to end the week!


After a tough fought game, the 7th grade volleyball team took 2nd place in the Starved Rock Conference tournament. Way to go, Lady Rams!


Friday, March 8th at Central Cafetorium
Admission is 10.00 for adults and 5.00 for seniors and students
A dessert and drink are included for the price of admission.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Show starts at 6:00 p.m.
You don't want to miss this hilarious dessert theater production!


Congratulations to our January Champions of the Charter! Thank you for being caring; we are so proud of you!


Shepherd Middle School is seeking an 8th Grade English Language Arts Teacher for the 2024-2025 academic year. Qualifications include a Professional Educator License (PEL) with an endorsement in Middle School Language Arts.

Check out our February newsletter!





February Lunch Menu


Congratulations to Mr. Czernicki, who was awarded the ILMEA Early Service Educator of the Year! This honor is well deserved!


Please join us at the OEHS Music Fest on Sunday, February 4.
This is a great opportunity for the community to see the scope and progression of music in Ottawa public schools.


Dear Ottawa Elementary Families, Due to the icy road conditions, E-Learning will be implemented on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Please ensure that your child checks in using TeacherEase. Our E-Learning plan is available on our website at www.oes141.org for reference. Should you encounter any issues, please contact your child's school directly. Thank you.
Estimadas familias de la escuela primaria de Ottawa: Debido a las tormentas de hielo previstas, el aprendizaje electrónico se implementará el martes 23 de enero de 2024. Asegúrese de que su hijo se registre utilizando TeacherEase. Nuestro plan de aprendizaje electrónico está disponible en nuestro sitio web www.oes141.org como referencia. Si tiene algún problema para iniciar sesión, comuníquese directamente con la escuela de su hijo. Gracias.

All after school athletic events and activities are cancelled for Monday, January 22, 2024.

Dear Ottawa Elementary School District Families. Due to anticipated weather today, Ottawa Elementary School will be participating in E-Learning. Please be sure to check-in. If you experience any problems, please contact your child's school directly for assistance. Thank you
Estimadas familias del Distrito Escolar Primario de Ottawa: Anticipándose al clima de hoy, la Escuela Primaria Ottawa participará en E-Learning. Asegúrese de que su hijo se registre. Si surge algún problema, no dude en comunicarse directamente con la escuela de su hijo para obtener ayuda. Gracias.

Congratulations to our champions from the Reed-Custer Panther Invite yesterday! Way to go!


Don't forget, tomorrow is our PTO fundraiser at B.A.S.H. from 4:00-7:00. We hope to see you there!


8th Grade Students & Families:
The Ottawa Township High School 9th Grade Open House originally scheduled for Wednesday, 1/17, is postponed. The rescheduled date will be communicated once it has been determined.

Good Afternoon, This is Chris Bucciarelli, Assistant Superintendent of Ottawa Elementary School District. In light of the extreme temperatures forecasted for Tuesday, January 16, we will be implementing an eLearning day for our students. Please make sure that your child checks in using TeacherEase. The district's detailed eLearning plan is accessible on our webpage at www.oes141.org under Quick Links. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Buenas tardes, Soy Chris Bucciarelli, superintendente adjunto del distrito escolar primario de Ottawa. A la luz de las temperaturas extremas pronosticadas para el martes 16 de enero, implementaremos un día de aprendizaje electrónico para nuestros estudiantes. Asegúrese de que su hijo se registre utilizando TeacherEase. Se puede acceder al plan detallado de aprendizaje electrónico del distrito en nuestra página web en www.oes141.org en Quick Links. Gracias por su cooperación y comprensión.

E-Learning Expectations for Seventh-Eighth Grade Students:
1. Check in through TeacherEase by 8:50AM (Student or a parent)
2. Students are required to join the live Google Meets each class period or view the posted lessons at a later time.
3. Students should begin working on assignments following the lesson via Google Meets or Google Classroom.
4. Students must submit all assignments through Google Classroom prior to returning to school during the next in-person attendance day.
5. Students are still subject to each school's homework/assignment policies for the work assigned on the emergency day.
Please see the attached e-learning schedule. In addition to Google Meets during the e-learning schedule, teachers will be available for office hours from 12:30-2:30.
We hope everyone stays safe and warm today!


Good Evening OES families, This is Dr. Lee, superintendent of Ottawa Elementary School District. Due to the predicted storms on Friday, January 12, we will be conducting an eLearning day for our students. Kindly ensure that your family checks in using TeacherEase. The district's eLearning plan is available on the district's webpage at www.oes141.org under Quick Links. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Stay safe, Dr. Lee Buenas noches familias de OES, Este es el Dr. Lee, superintendente del Distrito Escolar Primario de Ottawa. Debido a las tormentas previstas para el viernes 12 de enero, llevaremos a cabo un día de aprendizaje electrónico para nuestros estudiantes. Asegúrese de que su familia se registre utilizando TeacherEase. El plan de aprendizaje electrónico del distrito está disponible en la página web del distrito en www.oes141.org bajo Quick Links. Gracias por su cooperación y comprensión. Mantenerse seguro, Doctor Lee