July–August, 2026
Current School News
Current School News
July–August, 2026
A Thought To Savor
"The Word of God is not only authoritative–it is the foundation for all rational thought. Apart from it, there is no certainty."
– Greg Bahnsen
All School
Summer Office Hours: Through Sept. 3
Monday – Thursday (closed Fridays) \ 9am to 1pm
Lands' End Summer Sale Schedule
July 18–31: 20% off select school styles
Code: SCHOOLDAY20
August 1–14: 10% off select school styles
Code: GOLDSTAR10
Lands' End website – School Number: 900069105
Order early!
SUMMER ACTIVITIES AT THE OAKS – Register Today!
It's not too late to sign up! There are still athletic and conservatory activities being offered this summer at The Oaks!
Pickleball Open Gym [Adult Co-ed] – Summer Wed., Through Aug.19
*Registration still open
This summer, Oaks parents, alumni, and staff are invited to co-ed Pickleball Open Gym times on Wednesday evenings.
Conservatory Summer Lessons
*Registration Open!
Conservatory students continuing with lessons over the summer may now register via Annasis. Summer lesson availability varies by instructor. For further details and to register go to the Events tab and search "Summer Lessons" within the "Conservatory" category or click on the instructor's name below.
Richard Altenbach | Brenden Archer | Clayton Dungey | Marissa Dunn | Tobin Eyestone | John Gardner | Yevgeniy Grechko | Mary Loffelbein | David Moyer | Nursulu Dyikanbaeva | Christopher Parkin | Beth Taylor | Gary Woodroof | Mary Werry
Summer Camps at The Oaks
*REGISTER TODAY!
A full slate of summer camps at The Oaks are now available for registration, with offerings running from mid-June through August. A range of athletic camps and art programs are available from which to choose. Camps run Monday through Thursday with openings available for incoming 2nd–12th graders from The Oaks, Spokane Classical, CDA Classical, and Christian Center School. All skill levels are welcome. A wide range of options, including half-day camps and "superset" opportunities have been created, allowing students to participate in multiple camps in a single day. Registration is now open with all of the details and registration links available on The Oaks Summer Camps website.
FIND THE RIGHT FIT
Single Camp – $99
3–Camp Bundle – $259
Season Pass – $399
AVAILABLE CAMPS – Details & Registration
- Ballet
- Band
- Field Day Olympics
- Jazz Band
- Soccer
- Stained Glass
- Voice
- Volleyball
This Little Light of Mine: A Musical Theater Camp for Children with Special Educational Needs
Mon.–Thurs., Aug. 3–6 [9–11am]
This Little Light of Mine is a Christian musical theater camp, now in it's 3rd year, is specifically for kids with special needs. Designed for children 8–18 years to learn the basics of singing, dancing, acting, auditioning, and performing, this is a 4-day camp August 3rd through 6th from 9:00 to 11:00am concluding with a showcase and cast wrap party on Thursday, August 6. Further details and registration are available on The Oaks Summer Camps website. For questions, please email ThisLittleLightSpokane@gmail.com.
Fall Sports Registration Now Open!
Planning to participate in fall sports? Registration is now open through Annasis!
FALL SPORTS
- Cross Country: 1st–12th grade ladies & gentlemen – Register
- Junior High Volleyball: 7–8th grade ladies – Register
- High School Volleyball: 9–12th grade ladies – Register
- Varsity Soccer: 8–12th grade gentlemen – Register
***Up-to-date Sports Physical Required***
IMPORTANT: An up-to-date doctor-signed physical is required to complete fall sports registration. Updated physicals must be uploaded into Annasis as a part of the registration process. Please reference the 2026 Fall Sports Physical Exam Eligibility Check page to verify if your child's physical is up to date.
The physical must be:
- Dated within two years of the last day of the season (for most, that means on or after November 1, 2024)
- Signed by a licensed medical provider
- Uploaded by you during registration (if an updated version is required at this time)
Thousands of athletes are currently booking physicals right now, so please do not delay! Your child will be unable to participate in Oaks athletics until this is submitted.
Physical Exam Form
2026 Fall Sports Physical Exam Eligibility Check
Free Sports Physicals Available This Summer!
Here's a tremendous opportunity for families whose child will be playing sports at The Oaks this year! Post Falls ER and Hospital, where Oaks parent Kaleb Topp is part of the team, is providing free sports physicals this summer. These straightforward exams are an easy way to ensure your child's physical is up to date before the fall sports season begins.
Location
Post Falls ER & Hospital | 497 S Beck Rd | Post Falls, ID 83854
208-618-6911 | postfallserhospital.com
When
Saturdays [10am–2pm] & Tuesdays [5–8pm] through August 22
*Remember to bring The Oaks Physical Exam Form to your appointment
*Student-athletes must have a current physical (2yrs or less from end of the season) on file before participating in school sports. We are grateful for this opportunity and hope it is helpful for many families.
The Oaks' 4th Annual 5K Fun Run/Walk - Sat, Sept. 19 [8:30am] *Registration Now Open!
Now is the time to register for The Oaks Annual Fun Run!
RUN – a fun and challenging certified 5k course (3.1 miles)
SPONSOR – become a corporate sponsor of this event.
VOLUNTEER – sign up for a special assignment. We love our volunteers! Volunteer Sign-up
DATE: Saturday, September 19, 2026
TIME: 8:30am
AGES: 1–100+
STARTING LINE: The Oaks - 11711 E 24th Ave - Spokane Valley, WA
This community event is designed to have fun, as well as raise funds for the school. A donation of $25 per racer is suggested & may be covered by the participant or through sponsorships. The registration site provides further details and donation options. Please contact Development Director, Mrs. Shelley Moss, to become a sponsor, volunteer, or ask questions.
All proceeds support the mission and vision of The Oaks Classical Christian Academy..."(graduating students) who glorify Christ, shape culture, and shine the light of God's truth into every endeavor of life."
Music on the Field - Fri., Sept. 18 [5:30–7:30pm]
Save the date and plan to come to The Oaks for Music on the Field the evening of Friday, September 18.
CLT Test Results Available
The CLT Test results are now available for those 3rd through 8th grade students who participated in the April testing. If you would like to receive your child's results please complete the CLT Test Result Request form on Annasis.
2026–27 Family Handbook & Uniform Policy Available
*Please read prior to start of '26–'27 school year
The 2026-27 Family Handbook, including the 2026-27 Uniform Policy, has been updated and is available. Oaks families are asked to read the updated handbook prior to the start of school each year. Printed copies are available in the school office.
2026-27 Supply Lists
The supply and literature lists for the upcoming school year are available on the Supply Lists page, under the Parent tab.
Used Uniforms: Swap on Annasis & Closet in Office
Families with gently used uniform items to donate or sell, may do so either by bringing the items into the school office to donate to the Used Uniform Closet or by posting on The Oaks Uniform Swap on Annasis.
Those looking for "new" old pieces for the fall are welcome to stop by and look through the closet in the school office anytime during regular office hours. There is a $5 donation for any item purchased from the Used Uniform Closet, while Swap prices are determined by the seller.
*Please consult The Oaks 2026-27 Uniform Policy when both buying and selling uniform items. As a preliminary guideline, all clothing items must be embroidered with The Oaks logo & must be Lands' End brand (unless uniform policy states otherwise).
Upcoming Dates
SUMMER OFFICE HOURS:
Monday–Thursday; 9am–1pm
July 27–30
- Musical Theater Summer Intensive (3rd–12th grades) [9am–4pm]
July 29
- Pickleball Open Gym (Adult Co-ed) [6:30–8pm]
August 3–6
- This Little Light of Mine: Musical Theater Camp (8–18yrs) [1–4pm]
August 5
- Pickleball Open Gym (Adult Co-ed) [6:30–8pm]
August 10–13
- Daughters–of–the–King Ballet Camp (4–7yrs) [9–11am]
- Girls Volleyball Camp (2nd–6th) [9–11am]
- Stained Glass Camp (7th–Adult) [9–11am]
- Band Camp (6–12th) [11:30am–1:30pm]
August 11–22
- Grand Tour (Class of 2027)
August 12
- Pickleball Open Gym (Adult Co-ed) [6:30–8pm]
August 17–20
- Field Day Olympics Camp (2nd–8th) [9–11am]
- Soccer Camp (8–12th) [5–7pm]
August 19
- Pickleball Open Gym (Adult Co-ed) [6:30–8pm]
August 24–27
- Girls Volleyball Camp (9–12th) [5–7pm]
August 24–25, 27 & 31–1, 3
- Jazz Band Camp (9–Adult) [5:30–7:30pm]
August 31–September 3
- Summer Voice Camp (2nd grade–12yrs) [10am–12pm]
- Summer Voice Camp (13yrs–Adult) [1–3pm]
September 7
- Labor Day (Office Closed)
September 8
- Regular Office Hours Resume [Mon–Fri; 8am–4pm]
- Teachers Return
September 8–11
- College Application Boot Camp (12th)
- Yellowstone Field Trip (9th)
Grammar School
Please refer to your child's Weekly Letter for class specific information.
Summer Reading Letters
All 5–6th grade Oaks students and parent will receive a summer reading letter from your teacher. Below are each of the letters for your reference.
- 5th Grade – Mr. Thomas Kolarsky & Mrs. Lacey Hvattum – Summer Reading Letter
- 6th Grade – Mr. Kevin Kimball – Summer Reading Letter
6th Grade Insect Collection Letter
6th grade parents will receive an Insect Collection letter from your science teacher. Below is this letter for your reference.
Logic & Rhetoric Schools
Summer Reading Letters
All 7–12th grade Oaks students and parent will receive a summer reading letter from your Literature/Traditio teacher. Below are each of the letters for your reference.
- 7th Grade – Mrs. Lorraine Bursese – Summer Reading Letter
- 8th Grade – Mr. Greyson Gold & Miss Brittany Hartke – Summer Reading Letter
- 9th Grade – Mrs. Holly Thomas – Summer Reading Letter
- 10th Grade – Mr. Ben Tate & Mr. Matt Chastain – Summer Reading Letter
- 11th Grade – Mrs. Holly Thomas – Summer Reading Letter
- 12th Grade – Miss Brittany Hartke – Summer Reading Letter
2026-27 Field Trips: Mount St Helens (7th) & Yellowstone (9th)
Looking forward to the 2026-27 school year, the science department is planning the Yellowstone and Mount St Helens field trips for the incoming 7th and 9th graders. Parents with children in these classes should have registered your child and any parents planning to attend through Annasis. A $150 deposit per participant is due at the time of registration. For further information, please refer to the letter sent home via Annasis.
Yellowstone Field Trip (9th Grade)
September 8–11
Registration & Details
Mount St Helens Field Trip (7th Grade)
September 22–25
Registration & Details
Grand Tour
The Class of 2027 (this year's Juniors) will be traveling to Greece and Italy this summer with Mr. Dykstra as a part of The Oaks curriculum. In preparation for this trip, all participating students and their parents will be participating in one final Grand Tour class.
Tues., Aug. 4 [5–9pm] @ The Dykstra's
Class of 2027 Grand Tour Dates: Aug. 11–22
*Grand Tour Participants, please reference Mr. Dykstra's email for further details.
Class of 2027 College Application Boot Camp
Tues.–Fri., Sept. 8–11
Registration Now Open!
College Advisor, Mrs. Lynn Gibson, will once again be hosting the annual College Application Boot Camp to help the rising seniors get a jump start on the application process before heading into the senior year. All participants must register by August 1.
College Boot Camp Registration
Helpful Link:
School Scripture
That they may be called Oaks of righteousness,
The planting of the Lord, that He may be glorified.
– Isaiah 61:3b
Grammar School
Please refer to your child's Weekly Letter for class specific information.
Summer Reading Letters
All 5–6th grade Oaks students and parent will receive a summer reading letter from your teacher. Below are each of the letters for your reference.
- 5th Grade – Mr. Thomas Kolarsky & Mrs. Lacey Hvattum – Summer Reading Letter
- 6th Grade – Mr. Kevin Kimball – Summer Reading Letter
6th Grade Insect Collection Letter
6th grade parents will receive an Insect Collection letter from your science teacher. Below is this letter for your reference.
Logic & Rhetoric Schools
Summer Reading Letters
All 7–12th grade Oaks students and parent will receive a summer reading letter from your Literature/Traditio teacher. Below are each of the letters for your reference.
- 7th Grade – Mrs. Lorraine Bursese – Summer Reading Letter
- 8th Grade – Mr. Greyson Gold & Miss Brittany Hartke – Summer Reading Letter
- 9th Grade – Mrs. Holly Thomas – Summer Reading Letter
- 10th Grade – Mr. Ben Tate & Mr. Matt Chastain – Summer Reading Letter
- 11th Grade – Mrs. Holly Thomas – Summer Reading Letter
- 12th Grade – Miss Brittany Hartke – Summer Reading Letter
2026-27 Field Trips: Mount St Helens (7th) & Yellowstone (9th)
Looking forward to the 2026-27 school year, the science department is planning the Yellowstone and Mount St Helens field trips for the incoming 7th and 9th graders. Parents with children in these classes should have registered your child and any parents planning to attend through Annasis. A $150 deposit per participant is due at the time of registration. For further information, please refer to the letter sent home via Annasis.
Yellowstone Field Trip (9th Grade)
September 8–11
Registration & Details
Mount St Helens Field Trip (7th Grade)
September 22–25
Registration & Details
Grand Tour
The Class of 2027 (this year's Juniors) will be traveling to Greece and Italy this summer with Mr. Dykstra as a part of The Oaks curriculum. In preparation for this trip, all participating students and their parents will be participating in one final Grand Tour class.
Tues., Aug. 4 [5–9pm] @ The Dykstra's
Class of 2027 Grand Tour Dates: Aug. 11–22
*Grand Tour Participants, please reference Mr. Dykstra's email for further details.
Class of 2027 College Application Boot Camp
Tues.–Fri., Sept. 8–11
Registration Now Open!
College Advisor, Mrs. Lynn Gibson, will once again be hosting the annual College Application Boot Camp to help the rising seniors get a jump start on the application process before heading into the senior year. All participants must register by August 1.
College Boot Camp Registration
Helpful Link:
Upcoming Dates
June 19
- Report Cards Posted [3:30pm]
June 22
- Summer Office Hours Begin [Mon.–Thurs., 9am–1pm]
June 22–25
- Musical Theater Mini Intensive (3rd–12th grades) [1–4pm]
June 29–July 3
- School Office Closed
June 29–July 2
- Soccer Camp (6–8th grades) [11:30am–1:30pm]
July 6–9
- Percussion Camp (2nd–6th grades) [9–11am]
- Soccer Camp (2nd–5th grades) [9–11am]
- Photography (9th grade–adult) [9–11am]
- Drawing Class (6–12th grades) [11:30am–1:30pm]
July 8
- Pickleball Open Gym (Adult Co-ed) [6:30–8pm]
July 13–16
- Children's Art Camp (2nd–6th grades) [9–11am]
- Girls Basketball Camp (7–12th grades) [9–11am]
- Kickball & Field Games (2nd–8th grades) [11:30am–1:30pm]
- Boys Basketball Camp (6–8th grades) [3–5pm]
July 15
- Pickleball Open Gym (Adult Co-ed) [6:30–8pm]
July 22
- Pickleball Open Gym (Adult Co-ed) [6:30–8pm]
July 27–30
- Musical Theater Summer Intensive (3rd–12th grades) [9am–4pm]
July 29
- Pickleball Open Gym (Adult Co-ed) [6:30–8pm]
August 3–6
- This Little Light of Mine: Musical Theater Camp (8–18yrs) [1–4pm]
