The Oaks Coffee Bar Open Fridays [7:30–8:20am]

The Oaks Ambassadors look forward to serving you on Fridays at The Oaks Coffee Bar. Stop by the newly opened Oaks Coffee Shop to purchase a drink and a treat, and fellowship with other Oaks families. Offerings include coffee, Italian sodas, and donuts. Cash, check, and Venmo accepted.

Last Day of Semester - Fri., Jan. 30
*12:30pm Cantabile – 12:45pm Early Dismissal – 3pm Office Closes

Friday, January 30 is the last day of the 1st semester of school. As such, all students will be dismissed at 12:45pm, following a 12:30 Cantabile. Please note, there will not be pizza hot lunch this day and the school office will close early, at 3pm.

Current Family Priority Applications Open
Register new students for JrK–12th grades by Jan. 31

Junior Kindergarten through 12th grade priority registration for current school families is open through January 31. To begin the enrollment process for your child (new students only), go to the Admissions tab in Annasis and select the 2026-2027 School Year from the drop-down menu. You will then complete the information accordingly (additional info. section opt.). Select to Add a new Student, the blue button at the bottom of the page, and complete the pop-up information. Once you Save & Submit, we receive a notification of your interest and will send further directions to complete next steps.

Continuous Enrollment
'26-'27 Student Withdrawal Forms Due by Jan. 31

The 2026-27 enrollment season has now begun. Current junior kindergarten through 11th grade students will be automatically enrolled for the upcoming school year. Any families desiring to unenroll for the 2026–27 school year should complete the Student Withdrawal Form on Annasis by January 31.

Please read the Continuous Enrollment Letter and Information for complete details regarding 2026-27 enrollment. This information has been sent home with your child, so please check those backpacks.

*Sign-up to Volunteer

As the host school, we have lots of opportunities to serve and show hospitality to our broader community. If you'd like to lend a hand and have some fun with friends please sign up to help.

JV Basketball Tournament Volunteer Sign-up
Varsity Basketball Tournament Volunteer Sign-up

Friday Pizza Lunch – Feb. Orders Due by Jan. 31

It's time to place your February Pizza Lunch Orders through Events on Annasis. Orders are due by the last day of the month for the following month and will close after this time. 

February Pizza Lunch
Pizza Lunch – Weekly

Volunteer to Serve Friday Pizza Lunch

Those who are interested in helping with this endeavor please sign-up using the links below. Please contact Kristen Bailey with any questions.

January Pizza Lunch Volunteer Sign-up
February Pizza Lunch Volunteer Sign-up
March Pizza Lunch Volunteer Sign-up

New Conservatory Music Classes Beginning in February

With the start of a new semester, The Oaks Conservatory is excited to unveil two new music classes, Acorn Music and Beginning Keyboarding.  Acorn Music is a parent/child class for 3–5 year olds. Families familiar with the previous curriculum (Musikgarten) will feel at home in this class. Mr. Christopher Parkin, Band Director, will lead this 45 minute class of musical fun. Beginning Keyboarding is much more open-ended, with no age limit! This class is an awesome way to get a jump start in a basic piano and music theory foundation. This class will be a great springboard into private lessons on any instrument. Registration and further details for both of these class is available on Annasis. The Oaks Conservatory rejoices in playing a part in raising the next generation of God-glorifying musicians.

Acorn Music
Parent & Child 3–5 yrs
Mondays [8:45–9:30am] Ideal for Junior Kindergarten families
$50 per month
Acorn Music Registration

Beginning Keyboarding
All ages welcome!
Fridays [8:45–9:30am] $50 per month
Beginning Keyboarding Registration

Welcome Wednesdays!
Wednesdays, Feb. 4–Mar.4 [8:30–11:30am] *RSVP online

Wednesday mornings during February (and the first Wednesday of March) The Oaks is introducing Welcome Wednesdays! This is an opportunity for your friends and family who may be interested in learning more about The Oaks to come by for a tour, ask questions and pick up an application (if interested). Please share the Welcome Wednesday RSVP Form with those you believe would like to attend. You are always welcome to attend with your friends and family as well. For more information feel free to stop by or call the school office at 509.536.5955. We look forward to welcoming your guests.

Welcome Wednesdays
8:30–11:30am
February 4th, 11th, 25th, & March 4th 

Second Quarter Report Cards Posted Fri., Feb. 6 [3:30pm]

The 2nd quarter report cards will be posted on Annasis, Friday, February 6 at 3:30pm. To view your child's report card, log into your Annasis parent portal, click the Report Card tab and select 2nd quarter. Please contact Oaks Registrar, Anya Schnell, if you have any questions. 

The Oaks Theater Presents Mary Poppins
Fri.–Sat., May 22–23 at the Myrtle Woldson Perfoming Arts Center
*Tickets Now on Sale!

Tickets are now on sale for this year's spring musical, Mary Poppins. Individual tickets, as well as box seats, are available for purchase on the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center website.

Congratulations to the cast of Mary Poppins! The directing team was delighted by the talent and enthusiasm shown in auditions. You exceeded their expectations in both numbers and talent, and they are heartbroken not to be able to cast everyone. The Directing Team hopes and prays that you all will continue to pursue truth, goodness, and beauty as a part of Oaks Theater in the future.

This year's Spring Musical cast is:

Bert–JD Doster; George–Colin Alvis; Winifred–Gracie Singer; Jane–Claire Dunn; Michael–Cal Staley; Mary Poppins–Kyrie Hertz; Miss Andrew–Elena Thompson; Mrs. Brill–Gracie Funchess; Maid–Xio Doster; Robertson Ay–Evan Kaiserman; Mrs. Corry–Louella Dowers; Chairman–Cedric Schultz; Von Hussler–Luke Van Horn; Northbrook–Brock Sherle; Bird Woman–Sophia Funchess; Katie Nanna–Mairenn DeRuyter; Policeman–Titus DesRoches; Miss Lark–Christine Brodersen; Adm. Boom–John Lee; Park Keeper–Colin Foster; Neleus–Reagan DeRuyter (DanceCaptain); Qu. Victoria–Maelin McCauley; Miss Smythe–Carolyn Gardner; Annie–Madelyn Glantz; Fannie–Olivia Fouché; Valentine–Hugh Dowers; Teddy Bear–Jordan Oswald; Mr. Punch–James DesRoches; Doll–Mckayla Funchess

Additional Ensemble Appearances
(park-goers, bankers, toys, chimney sweeps, etc.)

Rainee Morrison-Shores; Emily Jones; Charles Dowers; Joseph Wood; Jude Krentel; Owen Stahlman; Asher Isaac; Winifred Tate; Callahan Jones; Olivia Reeves; Miles Mosback; Clara Knowlton; Kes Greenburg; Brock Dowers

Grammar Ensemble

Rose DesRoches; Ryan Dodson; Graham McCauley; Ruth Mosback; Clementine Dimeler; Felicity Doster; Kaden Dowers; Scarlette Dowers; Noble Grammer; Afton Kuntz; Rogue McGuffin; Nora Schultz; Adeline Stachofsky; Martyn Tate; Whitney Tilton; Adelaide Topp; Eleanor Bauder; Lillian Brodersen; Aislinn DeRuyter; Eli Escalera-Alton; Maggie Hvattum; Macey Lundt; Perryrose Pruchnic; Camille Shanklin

Rehearsals Begin Feb. 9
Parent Meeting - Thurs., Feb. 12 [5:15pm]

Mary Poppins rehearsals begin the week of February 9. A Parent/Cast Meeting will be held in the Choir Room on Thursday, February 12 at 5:15pm. Congratulations to the entire cast!

Upcoming Evening Open House - Tues., Feb. 10 [5–6:30pm]
*RSVP online

The next open house of the season is scheduled for the evening of Tuesday, February 10. This open house will begin at 5:00pm, followed by the Instrumental Concert at 6:30pm in the Great Hall. Feel free to invite friends and family who are interested in The Oaks to this event. To RSVP please use the Open House RSVP Form or call the school office at 509-536-5955 for more information. Oaks families are always welcome to attend an open house with your family and friends as well.

Upcoming Open House Dates:
Tues., Feb. 10 [5–6:30pm];
Tues., Mar. 10 [9–11am]

Instrumental Concert - Tues., Feb. 10 [6:30pm]

All are invited to attend The Oaks Instrumental Concert Tuesday, February 10 at 6:30pm in the Great Hall. Come and be blessed by a tapestry of beautiful music provided by The Oaks Band and Strings Students.

Talent Show – Fri., Feb. 27 [6:30pm] *Auditions Wed. & Thurs., Feb. 4 & 5 [3:15–4:30pm]

The Oaks Talent show will be held in the Great Hall on Friday, February 27 at 6:30pm. All Oaks students, staff, and current parents are invited to audition Wednesday and Thursday, February 4th and 5th from 3:10 to 4:30pm in the orchestra room. Stop by Mr. Eyestone's office (across from the choir room) anytime prior to sign up for auditions and please read the Talent Show Information Sheet for further details.

Save the Date! Evening of Provision - Fri., Apr. 24 [6pm]

You are invited to an Evening of Provision on Friday, April 24 beginning at 6pm in the Great Hall. This will be a night to remember! Beautiful music, delicious food, and sweet fellowship will make this a special fundraising event. Catch the vision for where The Oaks is going and how you can support God's work. This is an evening you will not want to miss. Ticket information coming soon. Questions may be directed to Development Director, Mrs. Shelley Moss.

2026-27 Significant Dates Calendar Coming Soon

Looking forward to the next school year, below are a few key dates. The Oaks Significant Dates Calendar for 2026-27 will be available soon on the Calendar page, under the Parent tab. In the meantime, below are a few of the pertinent dates for next school year.

• First Day of School – Thursday, September 17, 2026
• Thanksgiving Break – November 23–27, 2026
• Christmas Break – December 23, 2026–January 5, 2027
• Mid-Winter Break – February 15–19, 2027
• Spring Break – April 19–23, 2027
• Graduation & Last Day of School – June 18, 2027