The Spring Spiritwear site closes in just 2 days! Bring your order to the office or order online. https://www.wilfordprinting.com/odin?fbclid=IwY2xjawI-puRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHeJUZZq1bgsgT57PMWsVEjK4uTnCSeoJx1iJrvS33iBUeA70fA2CWEApKg_aem_edSddvzPyzDR0Y6pq_QdRw
Mrs. Ellis and Mrs. Mills taught some life skills today in title. The pancakes were delicious!
REMINDER : Today is our Wednesday 2:15 dismissal day. Pre-k will be dismissed at 1:45. K-12 will be dismissed at 2:15.
Congratulations to 8th grader Chelsey Haines on making Oil Belt Conference all conference team for volleyball!
Hall of Fame Inductee for Academics, Lieutenant Commander Ashley Ambuehl is a native of Odin, Illinois. She attended Odin Public Schools participating in FFA, Scholar Bowl, Softball, and Cross Country. She graduated in 2007 as Valedictorian. After high school, she attended Kaskaskia College, earning her Associates of Arts in 2008. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Affairs from Murray State University in 2010.
After college, she returned home to substitute teach at her alma mater and continue her job at Pisces Pools & Spas. Upon her successful application, she served two years as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Armenia teaching English and participating in recycling and composting projects. It was during her time in Armenia that she decided to join the military after her return home. She joined the US Navy and commissioned from Officer Candidate School in January 2015 and designated as a Naval Aviator in October 2016. LCDR Ambuehl conducted her initial flight training at NAS Pensacola and earned her wings of gold from HT-8 at NAS Whiting Field and became a MH-60S Knighthawk pilot.
She then went on to operate with the Forward Deployed Naval Forces in Guam where she served as the Assistant Operations Officer for HSC-25. She became an Aircraft Commander and served two deployments throughout the INDOPACOM taking her to places such as Thailand, Philippines, Japan, and South Korea. She was the second in her family to serve in Okinawa and South Korea after her uncle and great-uncle respectively. After her operational tour, she returned to NAS Whiting Field as an instructor to train future Naval Helicopter Pilots, utilizing the advice and mentorship provided by many of her Odin teachers.
She finished her Master’s in Public Administration and Policy from American University in 2023. LCDR Ambuehl has currently returned to sea and joined the crew of the USS Somerset (LPD 25) leading their air department. She worked with naval forces from India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and many others during their 2024 deployment.
LCDR Ambuehl still returns home to see her family. Her favorite care packages include cards and letters from the village that raised her and enjoys the surprise when she explains to her coworkers the connections. Not everyone gets mail from the grade school and high school teachers.
Junior High Volleyball will open up the OBC Tournament tomorrow at Selmaville against Field starting at 4pm. The bus will leave at 3:15pm from the school. This is varsity only.
Congratulations to Lincoln Roberts for being first team Egyptian Illini All-Conference! Congratulations to Landon Robb for being all conference 2nd team. Also special thanks to Sammy Snodsmith for the excellent pictures. Congratulations! We are very proud of you!
We are looking for people to keep score for our Freshmen/Sophomore Tournament for Saturday. If you are interested message Coach Back or call the school.
Thank you!
Students attend IEA Educator Rising Conference at Illinois State University.
Last chance to order Butter Braids, Cookie Dough, and Pizzas! The online store closes tomorrow at 10am.
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Do you know a teacher that has gone above and beyond? A teacher that loves what they
do and makes a difference in the life of a child. A teacher that cares deeply for their students and it is demonstrated daily in their classroom. If so, this is your opportunity to give back to this teacher. An opportunity to shine a light in their classroom.
Macz Funeral Homes have decided to recognize a teacher who is making a difference. There is no limit on entries, as there is a panel that will judge and determine winners. For information regarding how to nominate a teacher, please see the link below.
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Support our Softball and Baseball students and purchase some new Odin gear! Due March 16th!
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Congratulations to Qwintierre Shackleford for making all tournament team! Nice work! We put out a great showing at the tournament!
REMINDER : Today is our Wednesday 2:15 dismissal day. Pre-k will be dismissed at 1:45. K-12 will be dismissed at 2:15.
High School Cheerleaders are hosting a bake sale on Saturday March 8th.
We are hiring a music teacher for the 2025-2026 school year! Please visit https://www.odinpublicschools.org/page/employment-opportunities to apply or for more information regarding open positions at Odin Public School District!
It's that time of year again! The Odin Hall of Fame will be Saturday, April 12th at 5 pm. Join us in congratulating this years inductees! We hope you plan to join us!
Veteran's Choice - Fred Kelly and Rick Kelly
Academic - Ashley Ambuehl
Athletes - Terri Ingles Freeman, Tyler Parrish, and Jeff Silvey
Team - 1999 Junior High Baseball State Champs
This Saturday, March 8th we will be hosting a Fresh/Soph boys basketball tournament. I have attached the schedule.
Only 5 days left to order Butter Braids! These are perfect for spring break!
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