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Passing of OHS Student Abdul Alvarado

Dear Ottumwa Schools Staff, Families, and Community Members, It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that the Ottumwa Community School District shares the heartbreaking news of the passing of one of . . .

Spring Fair at Liberty to benefit Heartland Humane

The 7th-grade TAG class is hosting a Spring Fair at Liberty Intermediate School on Friday, May 2! All proceeds will benefit Heartland Humane. The fair will be held from 5:30-8:00 pm with f. . .

Ottumwa Schools Calendar Highlights for May 2025

Ottumwa Schools Calendar Highlights for May 2025: Friday, May 2: 1:00 p.m. Student Dismissal. Friday, May 9: 1:00 p.m. Student Dismissal. Friday, May 16: 1:00 p.m. Student Dismissal. . . .

2025 Ottumwa Schools' Commencement Ceremony Information

Class of 2025 Ottumwa Schools' Commencement Ceremony Information We invite you to the grand celebration of the Class of 2025 from Gateway and Ottumwa High Schools! The co. . .

Bike & Roll to School Day - May 7

Ottumwa Schools is participating in Bike to School Day on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 Join children and adults around the world to celebrate the benefits of bicycling and walking! Walk and Bike to. . .

Ottumwa Community School District Sees Growth in Graduation Rate

Ottumwa Community School District Sees Growth in Graduation Rate Over the last four years, Ottumwa Schools has made transformational strides through its ambitious Be The Best initiative to becom. . .

Stats

848 Total number of staff, including administrative staff members, teaching staff, and support staff.

$106 Million $106,202,472 is the budget for the 2023-2024 school year.

5,114 Students enrolled as of October 2023. Ottumwa School District is the 19th largest district in the state.

Our Mission: Inspire every student to think, learn, achieve and care.

Our Vision: Engage, educate, and empower every student every day.