Ohpaho Secondary School Open House

Ohpaho Secondary School (OSS) in southwest Leduc opened its doors on June 26 to those who will be attending the new school this fall. Many students and parents came to check out the new facilities and student amenities. 

Named after the Cree word for ‘taking flight’, the school features new and increased programming options for Leduc-area students, including an industrial/commercial kitchen for a culinary arts program, an art kiln for the ceramics program, dedicated spaces for robotics, 3D printing and design/merchandising, video broadcasting and production, horticultural/agricultural studies, and an outdoor classroom. 

“I like the new school a lot,” said Rableen, a future OSS student. “The two big gyms have made me very excited for sports next year.” 

“It was great to finally have kids in the building,” said Principal Dan Lake. “We’re excited to begin imagining what the space will be like in September. Currently, we’re busy installing cabinets, fixtures and furnishings, and setting up various pieces of equipment to get the classrooms and labs ready.” 

“We’re so looking forward to welcoming our staff and students to this stunning building, and to holding our first set of classes and extracurricular activities,” said Assistant Principal Hamilton.

Ohpaho Secondary School will have its official grand opening on September 26, 2024.