July 2024
Current School News
Current School News
July 2024
A Thought To Savor
"The greatest gift a church can receive is to have a group of families who take their responsibilities with such Christian seriousness that they are willing to completely alter their lifestyle to raise up disciples for Jesus Christ."
~ Abraham Kuyper
Letter to a Classical Christian Parent | Letter to a Classical Christian Student | Letter to a Classical Christian Teacher by Kanaan Trotter
All School
Summer Office Hours - July & August
Monday – Thursday (closed Fridays)
9am to 1pm
*Closed 1st week of July
2024-25 Supply Lists
The supply and literature lists for the upcoming school year are now available on the Supply Lists page, under the Parent tab.
Fourth Quarter Report Cards Posted
* Report cards & transcripts are withheld for outstanding fees.
The 4th quarter report cards are posted. 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. *Please note that report cards and transcripts are withheld if there are any outstanding fees.
Second Semester Honor Roll
Congratulations to those Oaks students who made the Honor Roll for the 2nd Semester of the 2023-24 school year!
Honor Roll - 2nd Semester
Lands' End Sales
Lands' End typically has a sale or two during the summer. When notified of uniform sales, they will be posted here. To be notified directly of upcoming sales, please sign up on the Lands' End website – School Number: 900069105
Buy Early!
The Lands' End sales are great opportunities to buy your uniform items for the upcoming school year early. Because The Oaks begins school later than many schools across the country those who wait to purchase uniform items a week or two prior to the start of school often experience longer than usual wait times. To avoid this delay, and save some money, please consider purchasing your uniform items in July during the Lands' End sales. Typical processing times for Lands' End are 7–10 days, but in the months of August and September this processing time increases to 2–3 weeks. So, please plan ahead.
2024–25 Uniform Policy
*Please review clarifications made, prior to selling or purchasing any items.
The 2024-25 Uniform Policy is now available. The policy changes for the upcoming year are merely an effort to increase clarity & simplify purchasing for families. We ask that all families please read the 2024-25 policy.
*The 2024-25 Uniform Pictorial Handbook will be available on the Uniform Ordering Page soon.
Oaks Coffee Now Available for Purchase!
Stop by the school office to purchase your Oaks coffee today. For only $20 (tax included) you can enjoy this specially made small-batch coffee from a local roaster. Whole bean and ground are both available.
"This Little Light of Mine" Theatre Camp - July 22–25
NEW this summer: A Christ-centered musical theatre camp for students with special needs, ages 8–18. Campers will sing, act, and play games in a supportive and fun-loving community. Held at The Oaks July 22–25, 9–11:30am. Further details and registration are available on the "This Little Light of Mine" flyer or by calling 509-389-5303
The Oaks' 2nd Annual 5K Fun Run/Walk - Sat, Aug 24 [8:30am] *Registration Now Open!
Register, sign-up to volunteer, and/or sponsor a participant today!
DATE: Saturday, August 24, 2024
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. All registered participants will receive a t-shirt and refreshments at the end of the race. The registration site provides further details. Please email Development Director, Mrs. Shelley Moss, with any questions.
Music on the Field - Tues., Aug. 27 [6–8pm]
Save the date and plan to come to The Oaks for Music on the Field the evening of Tuesday, August 27. There will be swing dancing in front of the big band, free snow cones, concessions and a $5 dinner special (includes: hot dog, chips, & water).
Summer Conservatory Classes
Register for Summer Conservatory Classes
The Oaks Conservatory is excited to offer several new classes this summer.
Mr. Szym's Ukulele Camp
Instructor: Tim Szymanowski
Ages: 3rd–6th grades
Days & Times: July 22–26
[10–11:30am] OR [1–2:30pm]
Fee: $85
Mr. Szym's Ukulele Camp Flyer
Handbell Choir
Instructor: Kathy Gentili
Ages: All Ages
Days & Times: Tuesdays [6–7pm]
(July 9–August 20)
Fee: $85
Percussion Ensemble
Instructor: Sam Wollenhaupt
Ages: 5–12th grades
Days & Times: Thursdays [10–11am]
(July 11–August 15)
Fee: $75
Primary Strings Orchestra I & II
Instructor: Samuel Jenkins
Ages:
Strings I: 1st–3rd grades
Strings II: 4–6th grades
Days & Times:
(July 10–August 28)
Strings I: Wednesdays [3:30–4:30pm]
Strings II: Wednesdays [3:30–5pm]
Fee:
Strings I: $100
Strings II: $120
Jazz Choir
Instructor: Tobin Eyestone
Ages: 8–12th grades
Days & Times: Mondays [5:30–6:50pm]
(July 8–August 26)
Fee: $95
Notation, Arranging, & Composition
Instructors: Tobin Eyestone & Samuel Jenkins
Ages: 7th grade–Adult
Days & Times: Wednesdays [6–7:30pm]
(July 10–August 28)
Fee: $120
Regis Cantores Men's Choir
Instructor: Tobin Eyestone
Ages: Gentlemen in 5th grade–99 years
Days & Times: Mondays [7–8pm]
(July–August)
Fee: FREE!!
Summer Sports Camps
*Registration Due Date: 7/15 (Aug. camp)
The Oaks is excited to be offering several sports camps again this summer.
JULY
* Late registration available, t-shirt not included
July 8–11
Basketball (2nd–4th grade co-ed) [12:30–2pm] – $75
Basketball (5–7th grade co-ed) [2:15–3:45pm] – $75
July 15–18
Basketball (8–12th grade ladies) [1–3pm] – $95
July 17–20
Basketball (8–12th grade gentlemen) – $95
Wed.–Fri. [6–8pm] & Sat. [8–10am]
July 22–25
Flag Football (4–7th grade gentlemen) [8–9:30am] – $95
AUGUST
* Registration due July 15
July 29–August 1
Soccer (7–12th grade gentlemen) [3:30–5:30pm] – $95
Registration is now open. Capacity is limited for each camp, so registrations will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Once the camp's capacity has been reached, registration will close for that camp. Registrations are due July 15 for the end of July/beginning of August camp. The registration fee includes a camp t-shirt when registering by the due date. Late registrations will be accepted if space allows, but will not include a t-shirt.
All summer sports camp registrations are through Jupiter Forms. Any questions regarding Jupiter and registration should be directed to The Oaks Registrar, Mrs. Anya Schnell. Questions regarding the sports camps and athletics should be directed to The Oaks Athletic Director, Mr. Colin Williams
To register your current Oaks student:
- Log in to your Jupiter parent portal
- Switch to the 2024 Summer Activities School
- Select Forms from the main menu (towards bottom)
- Complete the required Activities: Pre-participation (Summer) form
- Camp registrations will not be processed until this form is completed
- Register using the available sports camps forms
COMING THIS FALL...
Fall Play Auditions
Oaks Theatre is excited to announce that coming this December, they will be presenting Charles Dickens' timeless classic A Christmas Carol. Auditions are open to grades 2–12, and will take place the first week of the 2024-25 school year (September 16–19). Performances are Thursday–Saturday, December 5–7.
Upcoming Dates
October 8
- Grand Tour Meeting (11th Grade) [7–9pm]
October 9
- Weekly Formal Uniform Day
- Ladies' Prayer [8:30–9:15am]
- Cantabile [3pm]
October 12
- Cantabile [8:15am]
- College Financial Aid Scholarship Meeting [7-8:30pm]
October 13
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Seattle Pacific University [12:35-1:00pm]
October 14
- Mid-Term Grades Posted [8am]
- Cantabile [3pm]
October 15
- PSAT Test [8:30–11:30am]
- SAT Test [12:30–3:30pm]
October 14–16
- Parent/Teacher Conferences
October 15–16
- No School
October 19
- Cantabile [8:15am]
October 20
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Hillsdale College [12:35-1:00pm]
October 21
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Eastern Washington University [12:35-1:00pm]
October 23
- Weekly Formal Uniform Day
- Ladies' Prayer [8:30–9:15am]
- Cantabile [3pm]
- Family Night [4pm]
October 24
- MCL Jr High Volleyball Tournament
- Annual Fall Friends of The Oaks Event [5–8pm]
October 26
- Cantabile [8:15am]
October 29
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Whitworth University [12:35-1:00pm]
October 30
- Half-day [8:30am–12:15pm]
- Grandparents' Day
- Weekly Formal Uniform Day
- Cantabile [12pm]
- Family Night/Senior Night [4pm]
October 31
- MCL JV Volleyball Tournament
November 2
- Cantabile [8:15am]
November 3
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Washington State University [12:35-1:00pm]
November 6
- Weekly Formal Uniform Day
- Ladies' Prayer [8:30–9:15am]
- Cantabile [3pm]
November 6-7
- MCL Boys Soccer Tournament
- MCL Varsity Volleyball Tournament
November 9
- Cantabile [8:15am]
November 10
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Gonzaga University [12:35-1:00pm]
November 11
- High School Boys & Girls Basketball Begins
November 12
- College Brown Bag Lunch - University of Idaho [12:35-1:00pm]
November 12-13
- NW ACCS Administrators Conference
November 13
- Weekly Formal Uniform Day
- Ladies' Prayer [8:30–9:15am]
- Cantabile [3pm]
- Talent Show [6:30pm]
Grammar School
6th Grade Insect Collection Letter
6th grade parents should have received 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 should have received 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 - Mrs. Lorraine Bursese - Summer Reading Letter
- 9th Grade - Mr. Kevin Kimball & Mr. Nick Harrington - Summer Reading Letter
- 10th Grade - Mr. Scott Welch - Summer Reading Letter
- 11th Grade - Mrs. Holly Thomas - Summer Reading Letter
- 12th Grade - Miss Brittany Hartke - Summer Reading Letter
Protocol Event: Spring Dance - Photos Available
Thank you to all who made the Spring Dance a beautiful event for the Logic and Rhetoric School. Photos are now available on the Protocol: Spring Dance Photo Album. A special thank you to the junior class for all of your work in planning, setting up, and cleaning up, Mr. Keith Dimeler for calling at the dance and practices, Mr. Ben Tate for leading, and Mr. Eric Thompson and Mr. Ethan Moss for the many photos.
Helpful Link:
Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross. Therefore God also has highly exalted Him, and given Him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
- Phillippians 2:5–11
Grammar School
6th Grade Insect Collection Letter
6th grade parents should have received 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 should have received 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 - Mrs. Lorraine Bursese - Summer Reading Letter
- 9th Grade - Mr. Kevin Kimball & Mr. Nick Harrington - Summer Reading Letter
- 10th Grade - Mr. Scott Welch - Summer Reading Letter
- 11th Grade - Mrs. Holly Thomas - Summer Reading Letter
- 12th Grade - Miss Brittany Hartke - Summer Reading Letter
Protocol Event: Spring Dance - Photos Available
Thank you to all who made the Spring Dance a beautiful event for the Logic and Rhetoric School. Photos are now available on the Protocol: Spring Dance Photo Album. A special thank you to the junior class for all of your work in planning, setting up, and cleaning up, Mr. Keith Dimeler for calling at the dance and practices, Mr. Ben Tate for leading, and Mr. Eric Thompson and Mr. Ethan Moss for the many photos.
Helpful Link:
College & Career Counselor Appointment Scheduling
Upcoming Dates
October 8
- Grand Tour Meeting (11th Grade) [7–9pm]
October 9
- Weekly Formal Uniform Day
- Ladies' Prayer [8:30–9:15am]
- Cantabile [3pm]
October 12
- Cantabile [8:15am]
- College Financial Aid Scholarship Meeting [7-8:30pm]
October 13
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Seattle Pacific University [12:35-1:00pm]
October 14
- Mid-Term Grades Posted [8am]
- Cantabile [3pm]
October 15
- PSAT Test [8:30–11:30am]
- SAT Test [12:30–3:30pm]
October 14–16
- Parent/Teacher Conferences
October 15–16
- No School
October 19
- Cantabile [8:15am]
October 20
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Hillsdale College [12:35-1:00pm]
October 21
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Eastern Washington University [12:35-1:00pm]
October 23
- Weekly Formal Uniform Day
- Ladies' Prayer [8:30–9:15am]
- Cantabile [3pm]
- Family Night [4pm]
October 24
- MCL Jr High Volleyball Tournament
- Annual Fall Friends of The Oaks Event [5–8pm]
October 26
- Cantabile [8:15am]
October 29
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Whitworth University [12:35-1:00pm]
October 30
- Half-day [8:30am–12:15pm]
- Grandparents' Day
- Weekly Formal Uniform Day
- Cantabile [12pm]
- Family Night/Senior Night [4pm]
October 31
- MCL JV Volleyball Tournament
November 2
- Cantabile [8:15am]
November 3
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Washington State University [12:35-1:00pm]
November 6
- Weekly Formal Uniform Day
- Ladies' Prayer [8:30–9:15am]
- Cantabile [3pm]
November 6-7
- MCL Boys Soccer Tournament
- MCL Varsity Volleyball Tournament
November 9
- Cantabile [8:15am]
November 10
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Gonzaga University [12:35-1:00pm]
November 11
- High School Boys & Girls Basketball Begins
November 12
- College Brown Bag Lunch - University of Idaho [12:35-1:00pm]
November 12-13
- NW ACCS Administrators Conference
November 13
- Weekly Formal Uniform Day
- Ladies' Prayer [8:30–9:15am]
- Cantabile [3pm]
- Talent Show [6:30pm]
