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Thank you Titan Veterans

Posted Date: 11/11/25 (9:48 AM)

Honoring Our Heroes: OG Veterans! 
The Ottawa-Glandorf Local Schools community extends its deepest gratitude to all Veterans today. We are especially proud to recognize our staff who have served: thank you, Homer Bush and Ben Maag, for your service to our nation and to OG!
We also want to shine a light on two exceptional Titan alums who achieved remarkable heights in their service:

  • General Steve Nordhaus ('85): Currently serving on the Joint Chiefs of Staff and as the Chief of the National Guard Bureau.
  • Lieutenant Colonel Darek Schmeidebusch ('89): Recently retired from the U.S. Air Force, Darek was the Lead Navigator aboard Air Force One!
What an amazing legacy for our future Titans!
Please take a moment today to thank all who have served and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.  

#TitanPride

Current OG staff Veterans
General Steve Nordhaus
Lt. Colonel Darek Schmiedebusch