OHPS recognizes the important role the media plays in reporting news and information about its programs, policies, services, events, students and staff. The Communications Department oversees all media relations for the school district.

Requests for Media Coverage

District and school news should be submitted to the Communications Department via the Communications Project & Publicity Request Form for approval and proper dissemination to media outlets, when appropriate. All media requests to interview, record, or photograph employees or students must be made through the Communications Officer Sarah Foy. 

The Athletic Coordinator and other coaching staff as approved by the school principal may participate in interviews with sports reporters who are covering athletic events, competitions, and practices. For anything other than routine game coverage, including athletic interview requests to be held during school hours and any formal release of information to the media (i.e. news release, media alert, etc), must be directed through the Communications Department.

Media on School Property

At all times, the Communications Officer or designee should be present when students or staff are interviewed or photographed by the media. As a safety and security precaution, the media will be asked to sign in at the main office and follow all visitor procedures when entering district property.

If a member of the media has arrived unexpectedly or attempted to gain access to a school building without prior approval, please do the following:

• Politely instruct them to leave the school property
• Ensure they exit school property and do not approach students, parents, or staff members in the parking areas. 
• Notify the Communications Officer as soon as possible and refer all interview requests to Sarah Foy at ext. 5045.