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Students Build Future Through Construction Trades Program

Students in the Construction Trades program gain hands-on experience as they build a house from the ground up. Senior Maddox Ashman installs light switches and outlets, Lukas Toubekis measures and trims interior finishes, and Jaden DeRonde secures cabinets. The project provides real-world skills that prepare students for careers in the construction industry.

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — Students in Oskaloosa High School’s Construction Trades program are putting the final touches on this year’s house, gaining hands-on experience in nearly every phase of home construction under the guidance of instructor Dave Bower. “This is the stage I call the finishing touches,” Bower said. “We’re hanging interior doors, doing casing and […]

JV Golfers Battle Cold and Wind at Newton Invitational

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The Oskaloosa JV boys golf team competed in their first tournament of the season at Westwood Golf Course in Newton on April 7th. Despite the challenging cold and windy conditions, the young athletes showed great enthusiasm and determination. For many team members, this tournament marked their debut in competitive golf. The team showed promise and […]

North Mahaska New Coaches

North Mahaska Warhawks

North Mahaska is excited to announce the hiring of two new coaches to lead the Warhawk athletic programs this fall. Jana Boonstra will take over as head coach of the cross country team, while Bryan Shutts will lead the football program. Activities Director, Carrie Kral quotes, “Our new hiring process for coaches is extensive and […]

Oskaloosa Video Production Program Earns Regional Honors, Prepares Students for Future Careers

Students in the Oskaloosa Video Productions program take charge behind the scenes, directing, producing, and operating cameras during a live production. The program recently earned regional honors for its outstanding student-led video production team, showcasing the hands-on experience and career-ready skills students gain through the course. 

OSKALOOSA, Iowa – When Oskaloosa High School seniors Lydia Whitley and Cooper Rupprecht walk into their video production class, they’re not just students—they’re producers, directors, and future professionals in the media industry. Their hard work and dedication have earned the Oskaloosa High School Video Production class multiple nominations in the Upper Midwest Student Production Awards […]

Oskaloosa Golf Team Starts Strong with Impressive Season Opener

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DES MOINES – The Oskaloosa High School boys golf team kicked off their 2025 season with a strong showing at Woodland Hills Golf Course in Des Moines, finishing with a team score of 311. Linus Morrison led Oskaloosa with an impressive round of 74, closely followed by Marshall Seibert with a 76 and Jaden DeRonde […]

NM Boys Open at BP

North Mahaska Warhawks

BELLE PLAINE – North Mahaska’s boy’s track team opened the 2025 season at Belle Plaine Thursday scoring five points. English Valleys won the met with 181 points followed by Grundy Center with 155. Host Belle Plaine was third with 134. Senior Axl Patterson had the best individual finish of the night taking fifth in the […]

NM Shooters Sign to Continue Sport

North Mahaska Warhawks

NEW SHARON – Two North Mahaska senior signed to continue their sport at the collegiate level next year. Colten Vander Wiel will shoot at Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo, and Michael Hudnut will participate at William Penn University. Vander Wiel signed his Letter of Intent March 25. He plans to study Mechanical Technology while shooting […]

Oskaloosa Girls Golf Team Starts Season Strong, Places Second

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The Oskaloosa High School girls golf team opened their season with a strong showing on Friday, March 28th, competing against Centerville, Eddyville, and Chariton. The event took place under favorable conditions, setting a positive tone for the year ahead. Oskaloosa finished in second place with a solid team score of 214, behind Centerville, who led […]

Oskaloosa Baseball to get major league experience at Wrigley Field

The Oskaloosa High School baseball team and coaches gather this morning as Vaughn Blythe from Musco Lighting shares an unforgettable announcement—this spring, the team will play on the legendary Wrigley Field! ⚾ This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity continues Osky’s tradition of building strong athletes and even stronger leaders. #OskyBuildsLeaders #ALLIN

OSKALOOSA, Iowa — The Oskaloosa High School baseball team will step onto one of the most iconic fields in Major League Baseball this spring, thanks to a unique partnership with the Chicago Cubs and Musco Lighting. The team will play an intrasquad night scrimmage under the lights at Wrigley Field on May 7, following the […]

North Mahaska Welcomes New National Honor Society Members

Nine new members joined the North Mahaska Honor Society on March 12, 2025
                 

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