A Christmas Carol - Thurs.–Sat., Dec. 5–7

Dickens' classic tells the story of one day in the life of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly man who refuses to celebrate Christmas. On Christmas Eve, three spirits pay him a ghostly visit. One by one they show him what he once was, what he has become, and what the future holds. Please join us for this exciting production featuring a cast of 36 student actors, men's & children's choirs, bell choir, and orchestra!

A Christmas Carol Poster

Christmas Cheer!

As the Christmas season approaches there are several opportunities at The Oaks for us to celebrate together.

Caroling in the Great Hall
Fridays, December 6, 13, & 20
7:45–8:15am

The Music Department is hosting a special time of Christmas Caroling in the Great Hall each Friday morning in December. On the 13th & 20th, grab a cup of coffee and a donut from the Coffee Bar and come join in singing! There will be no coffee bar on the 6th, but the caroling will still be a joy to partake in. 

Christmas Sock Days
Fridays, December 6, 13, & 20

All students are welcome to wear their Christmas socks each Friday in December with their formal uniforms. While Christmas socks are fun and appropriate for these days, students should still wear their formal uniform. Christmas themed socks and tights are the only variation for these days.

Staff Ugly Christmas Sweater Competition
Monday, December 16

Then on Monday, December 16 staff are encouraged to wear their ugly Christmas sweaters and students will have the opportunity to vote on who has the best ugly Christmas sweater this year.

Christmas Concert at The Fox - Tues., Dec. 17 [6:45pm] *All students are required to participate in both the day's rehearsal and the evening's concert.

REHEARSAL DETAILS
Please Read Carefully & Respond Accordingly
***TRANSPORTATION FORMS***
DUE BY FRI., DEC. 6

During the school day on Tuesday, December 17, the entire student body will be rehearsing at The Fox Theater for that evening's concert. Below is pertinent information for the day's rehearsal. Please read this information carefully and respond accordingly.

ATTIRE: Students are to be in uniform. Formal uniforms are not required for the rehearsal.

DAY OF CONTACT: Parents needing to contact their child or their child's teacher on the day of the rehearsal are asked to please contact Mrs. Laurie Gardner via text or phone. She will be The Oaks point person at The Fox theater for the rehearsal day. The school office will be staffed that day and ready to assist you in contacting Laurie.

WHAT TO BRING: Students should bring the following items and nothing extra (no backpacks, textbooks, lunch boxes, etc.)

• Car Seat - If your child requires a car seat and will be riding home with someone other than the person who dropped them off, please leave a clearly labeled car seat with your child at drop-off.
• Instruments - Students who are playing an instrument in the concert will need to bring their instrument with them to rehearsal and leave it at The Fox until the evening's performance. Instruments should be clearly labeled.
• School Supplies - Secondary students will receive instructions from their teachers on what study items to bring. Grammar students' materials will be provided for them by their teachers. Please do not bring backpacks, etc.
  
• Snacks - If you would like to help provide snacks for the day since students will not be having lunch at the Fox this year, please sign up on the Christmas Concert At The Fox Sign-up.

DROP-OFF [8:30 AM]

• All students will enter through Doors A & B (see attachment). Parents may pull up to the curb along 1st Ave. or Sprague Ave. to drop off your child. Oaks staff will escort students into the theater. The rehearsal day has been shortened and we are therefore asking that everyone please make every effort to be prompt in your arrival so that we may begin rehearsing right away.

PICK-UP [1:00pm]

• K–5th grade only carpools - exit SE doors, Door B (see attachment)
• Mixed & 6–12th grade only carpools - exit NE doors, Door A (see attachment)
  

Each student will check out with an Oaks staff member and exit at the predetermined door. It is extremely important that this process is organized so that every student is accounted for. Therefore, each family must complete the Christmas at The Fox: Rehearsal Transportation form on Jupiter for each of your children no later than Friday, December 6. The information you provide on the transportation form determines where your child will be picked up at the end of the rehearsal.

Please note that student drivers must bring money to park in a nearby public lot (no metered parking permitted). The theater's west parking lot is NOT available for student parking.

HELP NEEDED: Help is needed loading, unloading, and returning equipment to The Oaks as well as providing water and snack foods for the day of the event. If you are interested in participating in this way, please sign up on the Christmas Concert At The Fox Sign-up.

CONCERT INFORMATION

The Oaks is excited to host our annual Christmas concert at The Fox Theater once again! Friends and family are invited to this once-a-year free gift to the greater Spokane area on Tuesday, December 17. Seating is first come, first served.

6:45pm - Pre-Concert begins
* Please find your seats quietly during this time. 

7:00pm - Concert begins
* Photography and videography are NOT permitted during the program. Arrangements have been made with The Fox Theater and professional photographer(s). These photographs and videos will be made available to families afterwards. Please refrain from taking photos or videos during the concert.

Live Stream - The concert will be live streamed via The Oaks Facebook page for those unable to attend in person.

Christmas Concert Flyer

STUDENT DETAILS (for concert)

WHAT TO BRING: Students should not bring anything with them to the concert. Parents, please keep your child's outerwear with you. Doors will open at 6pm and teachers will be there to receive your child beginning at 6:30pm. This is a great opportunity to take your child to the restroom and make sure he is ready, prior to the concert.

ARRIVAL [6:30 PM]

• K–5th grade - designated seating in the auditorium (main floor)
• 6–12th grade - designated seating in balcony (upstairs)
  

DEPARTURE:

• K–5th grade - dismissed to parents from their seats in theatre
• 6–12th grade - dismissed to meet parents in lobby

ATTIRE: Students are to be in formal uniform.

UNIFORM REMINDERS: In preparation for the upcoming Christmas concert please evaluate your child's formal uniform to help ensure that all students will be ready for this beautiful program. Below are a few items to pay special attention to, for specific details please see the referenced page in the Uniform Policy. - Formal Uniform Chart (pg. 5)

• Vests - embroidered with Oaks logo (pg. 3)
  *New un-embroidered vests may be quickly exchanged in the office for new embroidered vests of the same size.
• Jewelry - petite in nature & compliment the uniform (pg. 3)
• Belts - gentlemen must wear a belt (pg. 2)
• Tights/Socks - 6–12th grade ladies must wear black (or dark navy) footed tights or knee-highs; K–5th grade ladies must wear white footed tights or dress socks (either knee-highs or turn-cuff anklets) (pg. 5)
• Shoes - solid dark brown or black, dark-soled, leather or leather looking dress shoes; ladies - 1" or less heel, no boots or booties. (pg. 5)
• Accessories - ladies may wear small hair accessories that match uniform colors, no Christmas hair accessories
• Ties - gentlemen must wear the required white plaid tie or (7–12th) bow tie, no Christmas ties
• Personal Grooming - ladies' and gentlemen's hair should be clean and well groomed, worn in a traditional style; gentlemen's hair length should be short (pg. 3)

Students arriving out of uniform for the evening's concert will be required to make the necessary adjustments prior to the program's start. This information is being shared early to give families plenty of time to prepare.

First Quarter Report Cards Posted

The 1st quarter report cards were posted on Jupiter, Friday, November 22. To view your child's report card, log into your Jupiter parent portal and select Report Card from the menu. Please contact Oaks Registrar, Anya Schnell, if you have any Jupiter questions. 

Picture Day Photos Now Available

Thank you to all who made picture day a great success! Thank you parents for taking time to make sure your child was in their formal uniform and looking their best. And thank you to the volunteers who helped run the day. All of your help is appreciated! These photos are now ready and are being sent home with your child. If you placed an order, please be sure to check your child's backpack. Thank you!

UGM Food Drive - House Competition

Thanks to House Muller for hosting our school-wide Food Drive to stock the Union Gospel Mission for the year ahead. And thank you to all who participated. There were over 20 barrels full donated. 

Volunteer to Serve Friday Pizza Lunch

Those who are interested in helping with Friday pizza lunches, please sign-up using the link below. Please contact Kristen Bailey with any questions (contact info. is available on the Family Directory).

• December Pizza Lunch Volunteer Sign-up

Jupiter Tip: Parent Photos

Did you know that you, parents, can add a photo to your account in Jupiter? Some parents even add a family photo! To do so, log into your Jupiter parent portal, select Settings from the menu and click Add Your Photo to select a picture from your phone or computer.

Basketball Season & Upcoming Family Nights

Come cheer on The Oaks high school basketball teams this season. There are several Family Nights planned for our Oaks community and the teams would love your support at any (or all) of the games. 

Grab a friend and sign up for a shift at a Family Night! It's a great way to serve the community and your help is always appreciated. All volunteers get a free meal and admission to the game. Contact Athletics Director, Mr. Colin Williams to sign up.

Free admission for any Oaks student wearing their green Oaks sweatshirt to a home game Monday through Thursday. This offer does not apply to Friday games or Family Nights. Grammar school students must be accompanied by an adult at all Oaks events.

Upcoming Home Games (Family Nights denoted):

• Dec. 13 – Oaks vs Pullman Christian (Family Night)
• Dec. 20 – Oaks vs CCS (Family Night)
• Dec. 28 – Oaks vs Flathead
• Jan. 3 – Oaks vs Spokane Classical
• Jan. 10 – Oaks vs KTSI
• Jan. 14 – Oaks vs NICS
• Jan. 17 – Oaks vs CCS (Family Night)
• Jan. 20 – Oaks vs CHS
• Jan. 24 – Oaks vs CCP
• Jan. 31 & Feb. 1 – JV Basketball Tournament
• Feb. 3 – Oaks vs CCS (Senior Night) - Game Times: 5pm & 6:30pm
• Feb. 6, 7, & 8 – Varsity Basketball Tournament

GAME TIMES:
4pm – JV Gentlemen; 5:30pm – Ladies;
7pm – Varsity Gentlemen
FAMILY NIGHT DETAILS:
Dinner is served from 5–7pm
$8 per person/$35 family max – includes dinner & admission

For the complete schedule please reference the Basketball page.

Wear your Oaks green and get ready to cheer! Let's fill the gym with Oaks fans and root on our teams. GO OAKS!!!

HELPFUL LINKS:

2024-25 Volunteer Sign-up

Parking Lot Flow

Yearbook Photos:
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