This Friday the Omak Pioneers will host Connell in the Football round of 24 state play-in game.
WEEKEND SPORTS UPDATE - Nick Sackman
On Saturday
Cross Country - 5 Individuals Qualified for State
Boys:
Our 2 Men Pioneer state qualifiers:
William Boers (17th) and Trenton Werner (38th)
Girls:
Our 3 Lady Pioneer state qualifiers:
Syreni Sandoval (22nd place), Ruby Freese (30th), and Sage Buhrig (31st)
They run again on Saturday at State at Sun Willows Golf Course in the Tri Cities
Girls Soccer -
Lost 7-0 vs Cascade in a loser out contest. Soccer had a great season qualifying for districts and winning many games.
Volleyball -
Won 3-0 over College Place in the first round of districts. Then lost 0-3 to Cashmere in the semi finals. The team will play this Saturday vs Connell. This game is in Chelan. They need to win 2 games on Saturday to qualify for state.
Football -
Defeated Mount Baker last Thursday. This got them the 11 seed in the state play in games. Football will be Home Friday night vs Connell, game will kick off at 7pm.
Congrats to all these teams
Pioneer Pride Alert!
Pioneer sports fans, get ready to cheer! This past weekend, our talented cross-country runners battled it out at the district meet in Yakima and came away with five state qualifiers! Competing on the intense Apple Ridge course — a tough 3-mile stretch of grass and packed dirt with rolling hills — our Pioneers faced off against 13 other teams for their chance to shine at the state championships in Pasco next weekend.
Girls' Team Highlights: Our Lady Pioneers put on an incredible performance with Syreni Sandoval (22nd), Ruby Freese (30th), and Sage Buhrig (31st) leading the way to earn their places at state!
Ruby Freese stole the spotlight, running her fastest race of the season by 48 seconds with a time of 21:31! Not only did she qualify for her first-ever state championship as a freshman, but she also became the 4th freshman girl to qualify under Coach's leadership. Ruby showed true Pioneer grit!
Syreni Sandoval capped her high school XC career with a personal best time of 20:44 — a strong finish that secured her second trip to state. Way to go, Syreni!
Sage Buhrig earned her third trip to state, finishing just a step behind Ruby at 21:32, only 8 seconds off her PR on a challenging course. Now that’s consistency and determination!
Boys' Team Highlights: Our Men Pioneers showed impressive perseverance with William Boers (17th) and Trenton Werner (38th) making their way to the state meet!
Trenton Werner ran his heart out, clocking in his best time of the season at 17:52! Though initially just outside the top 35, Trenton’s grit and determination paid off as he qualified under district protection, creating a thrilling moment of triumph.
Caden Arnold closed his season strong with a personal best of 18:07, finishing the season on a high note. Great job, Caden!
William Boers also qualified for his first state meet after an incredible season debut in XC, finishing just 10 seconds shy of his PR on a tough course. Amazing effort, William!
Now, it's time to rally behind our five fantastic qualifiers as they head to Pasco this weekend for the State Championship! Let’s cheer on Syreni, Ruby, Sage, William, and Trenton as they represent Pioneer pride on the big stage.
No School, Veterans Day, Monday, Nov 11th.
Update on Middle School Chromebook fire:
After further investigation, the Chromebook did not spontaneously combust. A student stuck a pen inside the charging port. This, in turn, caused the battery to overheat.
We are calling in JRCC Restoration to mitigate any smell that may still be in the classroom.
A fire truck responded to Omak middle school this afternoon at about 2:15. A Chromebook, see picture, spontaneously caught on fire in the classroom. It burned the desk a little bit, but they were able to get the Chromebook and the desk outside without any damage to the building. No students were injured.
Online Ticket Link: CLICK HERE Tickets prices: $10 Adults - $5 Student/Senior Citizen/Military The game will also be live-streamed on; www.nfhsnetwork.com District 5 1A Volleyball Bracket Link: CLICK HERE
1st Quarter Ends , Nov 1st
Early Release, Friday, Nov 1st.
Pioneer Cross Country Shines at CTL Meet in Omak!
The Pioneer Cross Country team put on an outstanding performance at the CTL meet in Omak, with incredible efforts and personal bests across the board! Out of 10 Pioneer runners, 8 recorded their best races of the season, making it a thrilling night for the team and supporters alike.
Highlights from the Boys Team:
Trenton Werner raced to a season-best, shaving off 26 seconds with a time of 18:39, earning 9th place and a league medal!
Caden Arnold achieved a huge PR, cutting 32 seconds for an 18:52 finish and a 10th place league medal.
William Boers set a new personal record of 17:29, finishing 2nd for the Pioneers—a stellar performance!
Jose Cabello-Preciado placed 11th with a season-best of 19:09, while Jake Rough clocked in at 21:21 with his new PR for a 17th-place finish.
Despite battling shin splints, Walter Sweowat pushed through for a close-to-best time of 21:23 and 18th place.
Highlights from the Girls Team:
Ava Freese led the girls with a new best of 22:50, cutting 17 seconds and securing 7th place and a CTL medal.
Ruby Freese was right behind her sister, finishing in 23:02 with a 23-second PR and an 8th place medal.
Christine Zandell broke her PR by 4 seconds with a 23:48 finish, and Sage Buhrig overcame respiratory issues to secure the top ladies' finish in 6th place with a time of 22:31!
The Pioneers were missing two strong runners, Syreni Sandoval and Ruben Cosinio, due to illness, but their team spirit was undeniable. Next up, the Pioneer Harriers will race in Yakima on Saturday, November 2nd, at the district meet, where they’ll aim to qualify for the WIAA State Championships in Pasco. Go Pioneers!
Omak Pioneer Players Presents - The Man Who Came to Dinner (Auditions)
Omak High School is Hosting CTL League Championships
Omak Parent Lighthouse Team Meeting, thursday Nov 7th, at 6:00 pm @ North Elementary School
Soaring High: Omak Aviation Classes Take Flight with Hot Air Balloons!
The brand-new Aviation class, introduced for the 2024-25 school year, is already reaching new heights—literally! Students have been diving into the exciting world of engineering through hands-on projects, and their latest adventure was nothing short of amazing. Armed with glue, tissue paper, and a little duct tape, these future engineers set out to design and build their very own hot air balloons! In true engineering fashion, they meticulously inspected their creations over and over, testing for flaws and making improvements, just like the pros do in the Engineering Design process.
Although the weather had other plans and prevented an outdoor launch on the football field, the students didn’t let that stop them! They pivoted with Pioneer Grit, launching their hot air balloons right in the CTE building. It was a sight to behold as their hard work paid off—demonstrating the Pioneer Code of perseverance, energy, and focus. From start to finish, these students showed just how powerful creativity, dedication, and a little teamwork can be. We’re so proud of their efforts and can’t wait to see what this new Aviation class will engineer next!
NCW College & Career Expo: Empowering Future Leaders of the Workforce
On October 23, the NCW College & Career Expo brought together educators, students, and local industry professionals in an exciting and collaborative effort to prepare students for the demands of the 21st-century workforce. This event provided a unique opportunity for students to engage with real-world work experiences that both train and inspire them, aligning with the skill sets regional employers are seeking.
Students from grades 9 through 12, representing schools across Okanogan County, participated in a variety of hands-on, work-based activities designed to immerse them in the tools, technologies, and experiences of today’s workplace. The expo also featured interactive exhibits where students explored advanced workplace equipment, reviewed job descriptions, and gained valuable insights directly from professionals across various industries.
What truly added to the excitement was the overwhelming engagement from the industry vendors. Their interactive displays, along with the incredible swag they brought, kept students enthusiastic and eager to learn more about the career paths available to them.
The NCW College & Career Expo was not only a learning experience but also a celebration of the future workforce—equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration they need to succeed in tomorrow’s careers.
2024 Middle School & High School Choir Concert
OMS Leadership Class Shines at Middle Levels Leadership Retreat!
This past weekend was an unforgettable adventure for Omak Middle School’s Leadership class! Mr. Duncan and Mrs. Hoover led the charge as our future leaders traveled to the Middle Levels Leadership Retreat at the beautiful Pinelow Convention Center, right by Loon Lake, WA. And let me tell you, it wasn’t just any weekend—it was packed with excitement, growth, and tons of fun!
The students dove into team-building activities that had them working together, solving problems, and showing what true leadership is all about. Whether they were tackling outdoor challenges or brainstorming new ideas, they were unstoppable! And the best part? They had the chance to connect with other schools, sharing creative ideas for fun and engaging activities they can’t wait to bring back to OMS.
From team challenges that tested their skills to leadership workshops that pushed them to think outside the box, the OMS students took it all in stride, making sure they left the retreat stronger, more confident, and ready to make a difference at school.
It was a weekend full of personal and group growth, and we couldn’t be prouder of our OMS leaders for representing our school with such enthusiasm. Keep an eye out—there’s definitely more excitement coming our way thanks to these future leaders!
Homecoming 2024 Thursday Assembly.
Homecoming 2024
Wednesday Assembly
NCW College & Career Expo Oct 23, 2024
