December 3 - 9, 2020
Current School News
Current School News
December 3 - 9, 2020
All School
First Quarter Report Cards Posted on Jupiter
The 1st quarter report cards are now posted on Jupiter. To view your child's 1st quarter grades select "Report Card" from the menu. *Please note, hard copies are not being sent home this year.
Lost & Found - Wed., Dec. 9th
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.
Christmas Concert at the Fox Theater - Cancelled
Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, The Oaks Annual Christmas Concert at the Fox Theater, scheduled for Tues., Dec. 15, has been cancelled. This means that Wed., Dec. 16 there will not be a late start, classes will begin at 8:30am.
Christmas Lessons and Carols - Fri., Dec. 18th - 2pm
Plan to join us for a Christmas celebration on the soccer field Fri., Dec. 18th from 2-3pm.
Christmas Break - Dec. 21 thru Jan. 4
We pray you will enjoy a time of rest and celebration over the Christmas break. *Please note, teachers return to school Mon., Jan. 4th and students return Tues., Jan. 5th.
"For there is born to you this day in the city of David,
a Savior, who is Christ the Lord."
Luke 2:11
Year End Giving
Planting Oaks of Righteousness! Help us raise up the next godly generation! -- Year End Giving
A Christmas Carol - Jan. 8 & 9
Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, The Oaks Theatre's presentation of A Christmas Carol has been postponed to January. Showtimes are Fri., Jan. 8th at 7pm and Sat. Dec. 9th at 2pm & 6pm. Tickets are on sale for $10. Tickets previously purchased for the Dec. dates will be transferred to the Jan. dates for the same showtime. Please call 208-691-4833 with any ticketing questions or to purchase tickets.
Extra 2019-20 Yearbooks Available
Did The Oaks most recent yearbook make its way into your home library? What a school year to remember! If your family did not order a copy, or would like another copy, then now is your chance. Extras are available in the school office for $45 each (tax included).
Update on Uniform Vest Orders
The embroidered vests which were ordered from the Uniform House have had their arrival date pushed off until January. We apologize for this added delay.
Oaks Masks
Lands' End masks, with The Oaks logo, are available in the school office for $5 each. Both adult and child sizes are available.
Upcoming Dates
Office Hours
Mon.–Fri. [8am–4pm]
September 29
- Weekly Formal Uniform
- Cantabile [3pm]
- Family Night
October 2
- Cantabile [8:15am]
October 3
- College Brown Bag - Dordt University [12:35pm]
October 4
- PSAT Prep - Virtual Presentation - 11th grade [11:30–12:30]
- College Brown Bag - George Fox Honors College [12:35pm]
- PSAT Prep - Virtual Presentation - 9th & 10th grade [3:15–4:15]
October 5
- College Brown Bag - New Saint Andrews College [12:35pm]
October 6
- Weekly Formal Uniform
- Cantabile [3pm]
October 9
- Cantabile [8:15am]
- College Financial Aid Scholarship Meeting [7pm]
October 11
- College Brown Bag - Eastern Washington University [12:35pm]
October 13
- Weekly Formal Uniform
- College Brown Bag - Colorado Christian University [12:35pm]
- Cantabile [3pm]
- Family Night
October 14
- Father-Son Breakfast [8am]
October 16
- Cantabile [8:15am]
October 17
- College Brown Bag - University of Idaho [12:35pm]
October 18
- Mid-Term Grades Posted
- College Brown Bag - Gonzaga University [12:35pm]
- Cantabile [3pm]
- Parent-Teacher Conferences Begin [evening]
October 19–20
- No School
- Parent-Teacher Conferences
October 21
- Jr High Volleyball Tournament
October 23
- Cantabile [8:15am]
October 25
- PSAT Test
October 26
- College Brown Bag - Whitworth University [12:35pm]
- Instrumental Concert [7pm]
October 27
- Half-Day of School
- Grandparents' Day
- Weekly Formal Uniform
- Cantabile [12:15pm]
- Family Night
October 28
- JV Volleyball Tournament
October 30
- Cantabile [8:15am]
- Grand Tour Meeting [7pm]
November 2
- College Brown Bag - Carrol College [12:35pm]
November 3
- Weekly Formal Uniform
- Soccer Tournament
- Cantabile [3pm]
November 3–4
- Varsity Volleyball Tournament
Grammar School
No news at this time
Logic & Rhetoric Schools
Christmas Sock Day - Fri., Dec. 4
Secondary students and staff are welcome to wear their favorite Christmas socks on Fri., Dec. 4.
Zoom Classes Open - Dec. 7-18
Logic & Rhetoric school teachers (7th-12th grades) will be turning on their Zoom classes between Dec. 7th and 18th for any absent students. We still request that you call the office if your student will be absent during this time. All Zoom classes are accessible through the student's Jupiter portal.
PSAT Registration Deadline Extended - Due Tues., Dec. 8
Please take note: The PSAT test registration deadline has been extended to Tues., Dec. 8. The registration form is attached below. Please bring the form and payment to the school office.
The PSAT test this year will be held Tues., Jan. 26, 2021, 8am-12:30pm at The Oaks. The January test date, offered this year only, may allow for a better testing environment for our students so we are taking advantage of the opportunity from the CollegeBoard. This administration date will have the same benefits as the usual October PSAT/NMSQT test date, including eligibility for programs administered by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. The Oaks requires all juniors to take the PSAT test; sophomores and freshmen are welcome to take it if they choose. To register please turn in the completed registration form (attached below) and $18 registration fee to the school office by Tues., Dec. 8. For questions, please contact Mrs. Gibson.
Dress Uniform Day - Fri., Dec. 11
Secondary students will wear their formal uniform on Fri., Dec. 11.
Finding a Fit College - A Note from Mrs. Gibson
10th-12th Grade Students & Parents - If you are college-minded and have an hour, I encourage you to watch this helpful video: "Tips on Choosing a Best-Fit College and a Major." I have been in touch with both panelists, one from Messiah College and the other from Delaware County Christian School. Their information is presented in a clear and succinct manner. The only aspect of their webinar that was not emphasized is the importance of considering the "spiritual fit" of a college or university. To address that important conversation, I have attached my own document on finding a "Fit College." I would be happy to discuss any of these ideas with you; simply reach out and we can schedule a time to meet.
Mrs. Lynn Gibson, Director of College & Career Counseling
Grammar School
No news at this time
Logic & Rhetoric Schools
Christmas Sock Day - Fri., Dec. 4
Secondary students and staff are welcome to adorn their favorite Christmas socks on Fri., Dec. 4.
Zoom Classes Open - Dec. 7-18
Logic & Rhetoric school teachers (7th-12th grades) will be turning on their Zoom classes between Dec. 7th and 18th for any absent students. We still request that you call the office if your student will be absent during this time. All Zoom classes are accessible through the student's Jupiter portal.
PSAT Registration Deadline Extended - Due Tues., Dec. 8
Please take note: The PSAT test registration deadline has been extended to Tues., Dec. 8. The registration form is attached below. Please bring the form and payment to the school office.
The PSAT test this year will be held Tues., Jan. 26, 2021, 8am-12:30pm at The Oaks. The January test date, offered this year only, may allow for a better testing environment for our students so we are taking advantage of the opportunity from the CollegeBoard. This administration date will have the same benefits as the usual October PSAT/NMSQT test date, including eligibility for programs administered by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. The Oaks requires all juniors to take the PSAT test; sophomores and freshmen are welcome to take it if they choose. To register please turn in the completed registration form (attached below) and $18 registration fee to the school office by Tues., Dec. 8. For questions, please contact Mrs. Gibson.
Dress Uniform Day - Fri., Dec. 11
Secondary students will wear their formal uniform on Fri., Dec. 11.
Finding a Fit College - A Note from Mrs. Gibson
10th-12th Grade Students & Parents - If you are college-minded and have an hour, I encourage you to watch this helpful video: "Tips on Choosing a Best-Fit College and a Major." I have been in touch with both panelists, one from Messiah College and the other from Delaware County Christian School. Their information is presented in a clear and succinct manner. The only aspect of their webinar that was not emphasized is the importance of considering the "spiritual fit" of a college or university. To address that important conversation, I have attached my own document on finding a "Fit College." I would be happy to discuss any of these ideas with you; simply reach out and we can schedule a time to meet.
Mrs. Lynn Gibson, Director of College & Career Counseling
Upcoming Dates
Office Hours
Mon.–Fri. [8am–4pm]
September 29
- Weekly Formal Uniform
- Cantabile [3pm]
- Family Night
October 2
- Cantabile [8:15am]
October 3
- College Brown Bag - Dordt University [12:35pm]
October 4
- PSAT Prep - Virtual Presentation - 11th grade [11:30–12:30]
- College Brown Bag - George Fox Honors College [12:35pm]
- PSAT Prep - Virtual Presentation - 9th & 10th grade [3:15–4:15]
October 5
- College Brown Bag - New Saint Andrews College [12:35pm]
October 6
- Weekly Formal Uniform
- Cantabile [3pm]
October 9
- Cantabile [8:15am]
- College Financial Aid Scholarship Meeting [7pm]
October 11
- College Brown Bag - Eastern Washington University [12:35pm]
October 13
- Weekly Formal Uniform
- College Brown Bag - Colorado Christian University [12:35pm]
- Cantabile [3pm]
- Family Night
October 14
- Father-Son Breakfast [8am]
October 16
- Cantabile [8:15am]
October 17
- College Brown Bag - University of Idaho [12:35pm]
October 18
- Mid-Term Grades Posted
- College Brown Bag - Gonzaga University [12:35pm]
- Cantabile [3pm]
- Parent-Teacher Conferences Begin [evening]
October 19–20
- No School
- Parent-Teacher Conferences
October 21
- Jr High Volleyball Tournament
October 23
- Cantabile [8:15am]
October 25
- PSAT Test
October 26
- College Brown Bag - Whitworth University [12:35pm]
- Instrumental Concert [7pm]
October 27
- Half-Day of School
- Grandparents' Day
- Weekly Formal Uniform
- Cantabile [12:15pm]
- Family Night
October 28
- JV Volleyball Tournament
October 30
- Cantabile [8:15am]
- Grand Tour Meeting [7pm]
November 2
- College Brown Bag - Carrol College [12:35pm]
November 3
- Weekly Formal Uniform
- Soccer Tournament
- Cantabile [3pm]
November 3–4
- Varsity Volleyball Tournament