April 1 - 14, 2021
Current School News
Current School News
April 1 - 14, 2021
All School
Cantabile - Thurs., Apr. 1 - 3:00-3:15pm
The week will conclude on Thursday, April 1st with Cantabile from 3:00-3:15pm. Please join us as we join together in song before leaving for Spring Break. Students will be dismissed at 3:15pm on Thursday.
The Music Man - May 7-8 & 14-15 - Tickets on Sale Apr. 1
Tickets for The Oaks production of The Music Man go on sale beginning Thursday, April 1. Tickets are $14 each, or a family pass can be purchased for $40 (immediate family members only). Tickets may be purchased through the website or the school office.
No School - Good Friday, Apr. 2 & Spring Break, Apr. 5-9
There will be no school on Good Friday, April 2nd and during the week of April 5th-9th for Spring Break.
The Oaks Coffee Bar - Wednesday Mornings - 7:30-8:25am
On Wednesday mornings, Oaks seniors are serving up coffee, orange juice, and breakfast treats in the foyer of the MP (gym) building. All students, parents, staff, and guests are welcome to stop by to partake in this Wonderful Wednesday morning delight. Each week we are working on expanding the selection. Coffee cake and other breakfast treats are being added and coming soon, we will be offering Italian sodas and iced coffee. Please stop by to support the seniors and thank them for making this happen.
Lost & Found - Wed., Apr. 14
Lost & found items will be set out in the MP foyer on Wednesday. Please stop by to see if anything belongs to your family. All unclaimed items, except uniforms will be donated at the end of the day. Thank you to all who come by the office to find missing belongings prior to them being placed out. We appreciate your help in keeping our lost & found pile low.
Conservatory Summer Program - Registration Begins Apr. 19
The Oaks Conservatory is excited to offer a summer music program this year! Offerings begin in June and include, private & group music lessons, Musikgarten, Music Camp, and Music on the Field. See the flyer below for more details or visit the Conservatory Website. Registration begins Monday, April 19 through your Jupiter account or by calling the school office.
Conservatory Summer Program Flyer
Upcoming Financial Aid Meetings - Apr. 20 & 22 - Please RSVP
If you are interested in receiving financial aid for the the 2021-22 school year, Mr. Dowers will be hosting informational meetings regarding The Oaks' tuition assistance program on Tuesday, April 20th from 4:30-5pm and Thursday, April 22nd from 7:30-8am. Attendance at a Financial Aid Meeting is required in order to apply for financial aid in the 2021-22 school year. Please RSVP to the school office so that we can plan accordingly.
Online Auction - Apr. 19-30
The Oaks online auction will take place April 19th through 30th. Stay tuned for further details...
Mommy & Me Ballet - Apr. 29-June 3
The Oaks Conservatory is excited to offer another session of "Mommy & Me Ballet" with Mrs. Kara Koerper. The class will be held on Thursdays from 8:30-9:15am in the Fellowship Hall beginning April 29 and ending June 3. The cost is $80 and is open to children ages 3 to 5 years old. Please email Mrs. Susan Williams at susan.williams@theoakscca.org to register.
2021-22 School Calendar
The school calendar for next year, 2021-22, is now available on the Calendar and Schedules page of the website, under the Parent tab. Go to the "School Calendar" and scroll through this year's calendar to see next year's.
Fees & Payments through Jupiter
The Oaks has decided to take advantage of the next level of Jupiter, called Jupiter Prime. This new level opens up added functionalities including online form submissions, registrations, payments, and more!
Tuition payments will still be made through the school's ACH for the upcoming year, but payments on various fees (events, etc.) may now be made through Jupiter. Please note that there is a small convenience fee for these payments.
When setting up a checking/savings account payment in Jupiter there will be two small deposits made to the checking/savings account and an email request to validate these deposits (this will take a couple of days). Once your checking/savings account is set up within Jupiter you will not need to go through this process again. Jupiter will remember credit/debit and checking/savings information for future payments.
To make payments through Jupiter, log into your parent account and select "Pay" on the menu. This will show the current invoice (to see next year, change to the 2021-22 school year at the top). To make a payment click the "Pay" button and select your payment method and amount. Please make sure you are in the same year as the fee you are paying when making a payment. When looking at the upcoming year, the current year's balance will show up on the invoice. The accounts receivable department will continue to enter ACH (tuition) payments that are made. Please contact the school office if you have questions.
Upcoming Dates
Mar. 31
- Coffee with the Head of School [8:30am]
Mar. 31–Apr. 1
- MCL Jr High Basketball Tournament
Apr. 6
- Thursday Cantabile (3pm)
Apr. 7
- Good Friday (No School)
Apr. 10–13
- Seniors - Thesis Presentations & Defenses
Apr. 13
- Countdown to College Workshop [7pm]
Apr. 14
- End of 3rd Quarter
Apr. 17–21
- Spring Break (No School)
Apr. 24
- AM Activity Day
- Senior Thesis Presentation [8:30am]
Apr. 26
- Financial Aid Meeting [7:15am]
Apr. 27
- 3rd Quarter Report Cards Posted
- Financial Aid Meeting [4pm]
- Yellowstone Meeting (8th grade families) [7pm]
Apr. 28
- History Emphasis Day I (7–12th grades)
May 2
- Spring Concert (K–5th choirs & 6–8th orchestra)[6:30pm]
May 3
- Financial Aid Meeting [4pm]
May 5
- Financial Aid Meeting [7:15am]
- History Emphasis Day II (7–12th grades)
Grammar School
Spring Concert - Fri., May 28, 7pm
The Grammar School and Orchestra spring concert will be held on Friday, May 28 at 7pm in the sanctuary. They are excited to share with all in attendance what they have been working on this year.
Logic & Rhetoric Schools
Protocol 2021 - An Evening of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty - Sat., Apr. 17
Our 2021 Protocol is soon upon us! The 9th through 12th grades have been receiving etiquette training during the school day in preparation. The event will include a viewing of the Broadway hit musical, Hamilton, a guest speaker, and a semi-formal dinner at the stunning Belles on the Bluff venue. Please read the details below carefully.
- Arrival - Students are to arrive at Belles on the Bluff, 17601 N Greenbluff Road Colbert, between 3:45 and 4:00pm. If parents are providing transportation, please plan to drive through the drop-off area both at arrival and departure. Student drivers will follow the signs at the venue for self-parking. Upon arrival, students will be greeted by their hosts, Mr. and Mrs. Trotter, and given directions for the evening.
- Departure - Departure time is from 8:45 to 9:00pm. We have been asked to be off the premises by 9pm, so please be prompt. For parents picking up, your child will meet you at the pick-up area.
- Photos - Unlike previous years, we will have a photographer present to take pictures of the entire event, as well as particular group/student pictures. Therefore, we ask parents to simply drop off and pick up your child, rather than parking and coming in. The venue does not lend itself to much traffic, as it is a private residence and we are at our maximum number of guests. The photos will be made available to you for free shortly after the event.
- Clothing - Protocol attire this year is business formal. The rule of thumb is "What would I wear to a formal business day?" Gentleman should wear suit coats. Ladies may wear skirts, dresses, or dress slacks. Skirts and dresses should fall at or below the knee and all ladies' blouses/tops should have a sleeve and not be cut too low. Attire for both gentlemen and ladies should not be too form fitting. Shoes should meet the formal uniform shoe requirements (please see the uniform policy if needed). The Pinterest pages linked below are meant to help give you an idea of the many beautiful options that would be appropriate for this event.
Ladies' Protocol Attire Ideas
Gentlemen's Protocol Attire Ideas
Countdown to College Workshop - Tues., Apr. 20, 7pm
Students in 9th-11th grades and their parents are invited to a college workshop "Countdown to College," held in the school gym on Tuesday, April 20, 7-8:30pm. The comprehensive, interactive workshop is hosted by Mrs. Lynn Gibson, director of college and career counseling. Please RSVP to lynn.gibson@theoakscca.org, in order that handouts can be reserved for you. Please see the attached flyer.
Countdown to College Workshop Flyer
Spring Concert - Fri., Apr. 23, 7pm
The Logic & Rhetoric School and The Oaks Orchestra will be performing their spring concert on Friday, April 23 at 7pm in the sanctuary. All are welcome to attend.
Virtual College Fairs and Webinars this Spring!
Families of 10th and 11th grade students can explore colleges in the comfort of their own home through several upcoming virtual college events. Please see the attached for dates and links.
Spring Virtual College Fairs and Webinars
Graduation Help Requests
Families of 9th through 11th grade, your help is requested for this year's graduation. Please see the letters below that were given to your child for further details.
Grammar School
Spring Concert - Fri., May 28, 7pm
The Grammar School and Orchestra spring concert will be held on Friday, May 28 at 7pm in the sanctuary. They are excited to share with all in attendance what they have been working on this year.
Logic & Rhetoric Schools
Protocol 2021 - An Evening of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty - Sat., Apr. 17
Our 2021 Protocol is soon upon us! The 9th through 12th grades have been receiving etiquette training during the school day in preparation. The event will include a viewing of the Broadway hit musical, Hamilton, a guest speaker, and a semi-formal dinner at the stunning Belles on the Bluff venue. Please read the details below carefully.
- Arrival - Students are to arrive at Belles on the Bluff, 17601 N Greenbluff Road Colbert, between 3:45 and 4:00pm. If parents are providing transportation, please plan to drive through the drop-off area both at arrival and departure. Student drivers will follow the signs at the venue for self-parking. Upon arrival, students will be greeted by their hosts, Mr. and Mrs. Trotter, and given directions for the evening.
- Departure - Departure time is from 8:45 to 9:00pm. We have been asked to be off the premises by 9pm, so please be prompt. For parents picking up, your child will meet you at the pick-up area.
- Photos - Unlike previous years, we will have a photographer present to take pictures of the entire event, as well as particular group/student pictures. Therefore, we ask parents to simply drop off and pick up your child, rather than parking and coming in. The venue does not lend itself to much traffic, as it is a private residence and we are at our maximum number of guests. The photos will be made available to you for free shortly after the event.
- Clothing - Protocol attire this year is business formal. The rule of thumb is "What would I wear to a formal business day?" Gentleman should wear suit coats. Ladies may wear skirts, dresses, or dress slacks. Skirts and dresses should fall at or below the knee and all ladies' blouses/tops should have a sleeve and not be cut too low. Attire for both gentlemen and ladies should not be too form fitting. Shoes should meet the formal uniform shoe requirements (please see the uniform policy if needed). The Pinterest pages linked below are meant to help give you an idea of the many beautiful options that would be appropriate for this event.
Ladies' Protocol Attire Ideas
Gentlemen's Protocol Attire Ideas
Countdown to College Workshop - Tues., Apr. 20, 7pm
Students in 9th-11th grades and their parents are invited to a college workshop "Countdown to College," held in the school gym on Tuesday, April 20, 7-8:30pm. The comprehensive, interactive workshop is hosted by Mrs. Lynn Gibson, director of college and career counseling. Please RSVP to lynn.gibson@theoakscca.org, in order that handouts can be reserved for you. Please see the attached flyer.
Countdown to College Workshop Flyer
Spring Concert - Fri., Apr. 23, 7pm
The Logic & Rhetoric School and The Oaks Orchestra will be performing their spring concert on Friday, April 23 at 7pm in the sanctuary. All are welcome to attend.
Virtual College Fairs and Webinars this Spring!
Families of 10th and 11th grade students can explore colleges in the comfort of their own home through several upcoming virtual college events. Please see the attached for dates and links.
Spring Virtual College Fairs and Webinars
Graduation Help Requests
Families of 9th through 11th grade, your help is requested for this year's graduation. Please see the letters below that were given to your child for further details.
Upcoming Dates
Mar. 31
- Coffee with the Head of School [8:30am]
Mar. 31–Apr. 1
- MCL Jr High Basketball Tournament
Apr. 6
- Thursday Cantabile (3pm)
Apr. 7
- Good Friday (No School)
Apr. 10–13
- Seniors - Thesis Presentations & Defenses
Apr. 13
- Countdown to College Workshop [7pm]
Apr. 14
- End of 3rd Quarter
Apr. 17–21
- Spring Break (No School)
Apr. 24
- AM Activity Day
- Senior Thesis Presentation [8:30am]
Apr. 26
- Financial Aid Meeting [7:15am]
Apr. 27
- 3rd Quarter Report Cards Posted
- Financial Aid Meeting [4pm]
- Yellowstone Meeting (8th grade families) [7pm]
Apr. 28
- History Emphasis Day I (7–12th grades)
May 2
- Spring Concert (K–5th choirs & 6–8th orchestra)[6:30pm]
May 3
- Financial Aid Meeting [4pm]
May 5
- Financial Aid Meeting [7:15am]
- History Emphasis Day II (7–12th grades)