Our School

Welcome to Otto-Eldred High School. Our students range from seventh graders to seniors, and we find that this age span makes for a fun and dynamic academic environment. Because of our small class sizes and excellent student-teacher ratios, we offer the kind of personalized educational experience that might not be possible for students attending larger high schools.

With an eye on the future, our teachers and staff cultivate an atmosphere of growth that empowers our students to learn with purpose and take ownership of their choices. We encourage you to review the mission and values that drive our actions as teachers, staff, and students

Our Values

• We believe all students can learn and succeed given appropriate standards-based curriculum and researched-based instruction.
• We believe staff and physical facilities should provide a supportive, safe, and secure environment in which to learn.
• We believe each student is unique and that the educational experience should encourage and develop creativity and innovation.
• We believe educational excellence must be supported by continuous evaluation of facilities and resources, engaging instructional practices, and effective use of technology.
• We believe education is a lifelong pursuit, and students must be equipped with the skills for success to compete and thrive in a technology-driven global society.
• We believe in dedication to excellence and high academic expectations while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
• We believe academic excellence is achieved through innovative and engaging instruction that is supported through continual and individualized professional development.
• We believe education should promote gratitude over entitlement, character development, ethical behavior, and a positive self-image leading to being responsible citizens.
• We believe effective leadership at all levels is essential to the success of our educational program.
• We believe encouragement and support of innovation, flexibility, and creativity is necessary in order to successfully adapt to change.
• We believe that the school, students, family, and community should have shared responsibility and shared decision-making in the educational process through collaboration and communication.
• We believe excellence in all areas is identifiable, measurable, achievable, and worthy of pursuit.

A Message from Our Administration

October 6, 2026

Dear Otto-Eldred Families and Community Members,

As we move through the first marking period, I would like to encourage all parents and guardians to participate in our upcoming parent-teacher conferences on November 5 and 6. These conferences provide an important opportunity for families and educators to work together in support of student success.

At Otto-Eldred School District, we firmly believe that education is most effective when schools and families operate as partners. Parent-teacher conferences allow families to celebrate student accomplishments, discuss areas for growth, ask questions, and develop a shared understanding of how we can best support each child both at school and at home. These conversations help strengthen the relationship between families and teachers while ensuring that every student receives the encouragement and support needed to thrive.

In addition to conferences, parents have access to valuable information about their child’s academic progress throughout the year through the CSIU parent portal. The portal provides convenient, real-time access to grades, attendance, and assignments. Rather than waiting for report cards or conferences, families can regularly monitor progress and stay actively engaged in their child’s educational journey. Please reach out to either school’s office for help connecting to the parent portal.

Research consistently shows that students achieve more when parents are involved in their education. Whether it is attending conferences, reviewing information through the parent portal, communicating with teachers, or discussing school experiences at home, parental involvement makes a significant difference in student achievement, attendance, and overall well-being.

As your superintendent, I want to thank our families for the tremendous support you provide our students and staff throughout the year. Your partnership is one of our district’s greatest strengths. Together, we can ensure that every student has the opportunity to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

I encourage all families to schedule and attend conferences on November 5 and 6 and to take advantage of the resources available through the CSIU parent portal. By staying connected and engaged, we can continue building a strong school community focused on student success.

Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to our children.

Matthew D. Splain

Superintendent
Otto-Eldred School District