School Counselor
ntolliver@ohschools.org
A four-year Breathe Team member who oversees program logistics, addresses major concerns, and helps guide the team's overall direction.
Years on the team: 4
"I stepped into a larger leadership role during a period of transition for the program, helping rebuild its structure, strengthen the team, and ensure its continued growth. This program means so much to me and I am excited to use what I’ve learned to continue making OHbreathe meaningful for our school and community."
The student leaders of OHbreathe who oversee each committee, coordinate logistics, and address larger team concerns.
Years on the team: 3
"OHbreathe is such an inspiring group, taking the next steps to ensure that school can be a fun and stress free environment. There is so much potential and fun things to look forward to this year!"
Years on the team: 3
"I love helping others and can't wait for another fun year of OHbreathe!"
Years on the team: 3
"OHbreathe is such a special thing Ottawa Hills does. It prioritizes mental health and balance within the student body, which is something I wanted to be apart of."
HS Workshop Coordinators organize monthly high school workshops by creating surveys and assigning students and teachers based on their responses. This role requires strong organization and time-management skills.
Years on the team: 3
"I’ve loved contributing to OHbreathe's mission of reducing student stress over the past few years. I'm eager to grow as a leader and make an even greater impact on our team and community!"
Years on the team: 2
"OHbreathe is so special to me because it helps foster connections with our community while also allowing us to become more in tune with ourselves. I love being a part of the team and am so excited to continue working hard on the OHbreathe mission!"
Years on the team: 1
"I wanted to be part of OHbreathe to help continue the goal of improving students and staff mental health. I think it’s really important to take a break during the day from the stress from school, and OHbreathe is a great way to do that. "
Years on the team: 2
"I love the idea of helping to build a positive school atmosphere and giving students an outlet to rest and recharge for the month. "
JH Workshop Coordinators organize monthly junior high workshops by creating surveys and assigning students and teachers based on their responses. This role requires strong organization and time-management skills.
Years on the team: 1
"For me, OHbreathe has always been the time where I am able to clear my mind and regroup. Whether I'm stressing about school, overwhelmed, or just having a bad day, that hour during OHBreathe is when I can be with my friends, and feel so much better. "
Years on the team: 1
"I want to help make OHbreathe an enjoyable experience this year and allow students to have a time to take a break."
Years on the team: 1
"OHbreathe gives students at Ottawa Hills a chance to focus on their mental health, and joining the team gives me the opportunity to make sure everyone can find it enjoyable."
Speaker Coordinators find, contact, and bring speakers to our sessions that will benefit and relate to the student body.
Years on the team: 3
"The initiative that students take on OHbreathe is so inspiring and I’m so happy to be a part of it! I love contributing to a group that cares so much about our school community, and does everything they can to motivate wellness. !"
Years on the team: 4
"Mental health is a key to my every day life and one of my top priorities. I care deeply about people and there personal goals in the wellness space!"
Years on the team: 2
"OHbreathe and its goals speak to me! All students deserve allotted time to focus on their wellness, and I'm so proud I get to help bring that to them!"
Years on the team: 3
"I joined OHbreathe to help others and make a difference in my community. I’m excited to be back for another year!"
Years on the team: 3
"I wanted to join OHbreathe because I love the goals and ideas behind it. I think it’s so important for students to get more than just learning out of there school experience and I feel OHbreathe give them the opportunity to do fun things and make new relationships and I love being apart of that!"
Years on the team: 3
"Because I wanted to be part of an organization that works to help students. "
The Marketing Team manages OHbreathe's public presence by running social media and creating graphics and promotional materials for new workshops and speakers. They post through multiple platforms including Instagram (@oh.breathe) and Facebook (@oh.breathe).
Years on the team: 3
"I joined OHbreathe because I wanted to be part of something that makes school feel less stressful and more supportive. The hour we spend unwinding, laughing, and doing activities together genuinely helps me recharge and reminds me that we’re more than just students, we’re people who need breaks to connect and have fun. Being part of OHbreathe lets me help create that environment for others, and that’s something I’m proud of."
Years on the team: 3
"I wanted to be a part of OHbreathe because I think it is important that students get a break, especially during busy times during the school year. I also think it is a great way to connect with new people, and just immerse yourself with all of the grades. "
Years on the team: 4
"I love our purpose. I've heard so much great feedback from students and staff, and I think it is something super cool and unique about Ottawa Hills"
Years on the team: 1
"I love the idea of bringing a little bit of fun into the school day and being able to be a part of that! It’s also a really awesome opportunity to grow creatively and meet new people. "
Years on the team: 4
"I love the message OHbreathe aims to share with the student body, and getting to be a part of making everyone's school days a little less stressful is so special."
The Website team members keep this site updated and tidy. They are students with excellent graphic design skills!
Years on the team: 4
"I joined OHbreathe to be a part of something that is bigger than myself. I love and support their mission and I want to help OHbreathe continue to grow and impact our community "
Years on the team: 2
"I wanted to join OHbreathe because I understand firsthand the importance of mental health. Without mental health breaks especially in high school students can feel overwhelmed; so I decided to join this program to make sure students have a balance between workload and personal health."
The Materials team members organize and distribute materials before OHbreathe days. They are in charge of taking inventory and making sure every session has what it needs to succeed.
Years on the team: 4
"I wanted to join the OHbreathe team as a freshman because I saw it as an opportunity to get involved in a fun way. As a freshman it was very relaxing and I enjoyed being a part of such a cool club at Ottawa Hills. Since freshman year I've stuck with it and I've progressively helped more with the preparation process throughout the years."
Years on the team: 3
"I love seeing my fellow students take an hour off from our chaotic lives and have opportunities to recharge and socialize. I get how stressful it can be to manage all the aspects to out lives and I like OHbreathe is so important Im honored to be any help in making this year the best OHbreate team yet!"
Years on the team: 4
"I wanted to join OHbreathe because I love helping create a calm, positive space for students and teachers each month. Being in materials lets me organize everything we need for workshops and speakers, and after four years, it’s become something I genuinely enjoy being part of."
The Auxillary Team helps lead workshops on OHbreathe days.
Years on the team: 1
"I wanted to join OHbreathe because I wanted to help out with the team, and bring in new ideas and workshops."
Years on the team: 1
"I joined OHbreathe to challenge myself, learn new skills, and contribute to meaningful projects. I'm excited to collaborate with others and make a positive impact!"
Years on the team: 1
"I wanted to join OHbreathe because it is such a special thing and I wanted to be a part of helping the well being of others here at Ottawa Hills."
Years on the team: 1
"I wanted to join OHbreathe to give back to the school however I can. I believe it will help me learn important skills about teamwork as well!"
Years on the team: 2
"I wanted to join OHbreathe to have a fun extracurricular that also promotes student well being."
Years on the team: 1
"I wanted to join OHbreathe so that I could help do something that made my experience at Ottawa Hills so special!"
Years on the team: 1
"I wanted to join OHbreathe because of the major impact it has left on myself and the community as a whole. OHbreathe is an amazing program with such an inspirational team and I am so excited to now be able to help out in the community this way."
Years on the team: 1
"I wanted to be on the team so I could bring some ideas to the table as-well as doing my part at our school."
Years on the team: 1
"OHBreathe gives students a chance for a mental break through creativity and unique learning opportunities while forming a strong community!"
Years on the team: 1
"I wanted to join OHbreathe to make an positive impact to our community."
Years on the team: 2
"I wanted to join OHbreathe because being taking time out of the school day to give students a chance to relax or do something they enjoy with their friends is really important and something not many other schools do."
Years on the team: 1
"I wanted to join OHbreathe to help give students fun activities to do that give them a brain break. I also want to help others with their mental health!"
Years on the team: 1
"I wanted to join OHbreathe to make an positive impact to our community."
Years on the team: 4
"I wanted to join OHbreathe to help."
Years on the team: 1
"OHbreathe would be such a good opportunity for me to make new connections, share my ideas, and help others!"
Years on the team: 1
"I feel like its a good opportunity for me as a leader to put a different type of impact on the school. For example, implementing different workshops throughout the course of the year or even the style OHbreathe is presented."
Years on the team: 1
"I’ve always enjoyed the workshops and love what OHbreathe promotes, giving students a chance to take a break from academics and enjoy fun, meaningful experiences. I’m so excited to be part of the Oh breathe team and for everything that’s ahead!"
Years on the team: 1
"I wanted to join OHbreathe because I like how the school gives student time to relax and gather their things during the school year. I like the workshops they include in the form because there is so many different options to choose from. I want to be on the team to enforce all the good that comes with OHbreathe."