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After months of dedication, practice, and performance, Ozark High School is proud to announce that four of its talented choir students have been selected for the 2025 Missouri All-State Choir.

Ozark High School students Brodie Mohler, Sebastian Villarreal, and Lexie Zagorodny recently represented their school at the National Anatomage Tournament held May 30–31 at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. After earning top-four finishes at the Missouri State Anatomage Tournament during the Missouri HOSA State Leadership Conference in March, these students qualified to compete on the national stage.

This spring, students in Mrs. McNew’s Fashion Design & Construction class took their sewing skills to the next level, choosing advanced projects they loved and would proudly wear. From retro vests to formal gowns and streetwear staples, each garment was thoughtfully crafted using customizable PDF patterns.

Did you know Ozark High School has its own student-run quilt shop? That’s right, our talented Tigers are learning how to quilt, run a business, and work with real customers, all while creating something beautiful! Watch the video to see how students are stitching together skills for the future! 

Since launching the Academy Model in 2021, Ozark High School has been working to provide students meaningful career exploration and real-world experiences through Client Connected Projects (CCPs). And now, thanks to a $5,000 Coover/Rural Schools Partnership Career Exploration Grant, the high school can bring real-world learning to more students through teacher training. 

Ozark High School band and choir students showcased their exceptional talent, discipline, and dedication at the 2025 State Solo and Ensemble Festival, where they performed alongside some of the best young musicians in the state. Their hard work and countless hours of rehearsal culminated in an impressive showing, with students earning a wide array of top honors across both solo and group performances.