March 18 - 24, 2021
Current School News
Current School News
March 18 - 24, 2021
All School
Lands' End Uniform Sale - Mar. 18-23
Lands' End is currently running a promotion of 30% off school uniforms. Use the code "SPRING" with pin "2021" between March 18-23 to take advantage of this sale. Please visit the Land's End website for more information. To receive notifications of future sales, be sure to sign up for Lands' End newsletters. To do so, sign into The Oaks (school code: 900069105), create an account, and then select to receive notifications for School Uniforms in your email preferences. Mrs. Laurie Gardner, in the school office, will be handling uniform questions, so please feel free to contact her if you need any assistance.
Open House - Tues., March 23, 9-11am - RSVP requested
Our final open house of the season is Tuesday, March 23 from 9-11am. Please invite interested family and friends to attend. RSVP to Admissions Officer, Anya Schnell, at 509-536-5955 or anya.schnell@theoakscca.org. Private tours are also available.
The Oaks Coffee Bar - Wednesday Mornings - 7:30-8:30am
On Wednesday mornings, Oaks seniors will be serving up coffee, orange juice, and breakfast treats in the foyer of the MP (gym) building. All students, parents, staff, and guests are welcome to stop by to partake in this Wonderful Wednesday morning delight. All items on sale for $1! Please stop by to support the seniors and thank them for making this happen.
Lost & Found - Wed., Mar. 24
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.
Online Auction - Donations Requested by Fri., Mar. 26
The Oaks 2021 Online Auction will take place April 19-30. At this time donations are being sought. Please contact Susan Williams at 509-536-5955 or susan.williams@theoakscca.org regarding any items you would like to donate to this year's auction.
The Music Man - May 7-8 & 14-15
*Rehearsal Info.
Rehearsals are now underway for The Oaks' production of The Music Man, opening May 7. If your family is involved in the play, please reference The Oaks Theatre page under the "Parent" tab to check for rehearsal schedules, practice videos, and more. You can even subscribe to the rehearsal schedule.
*Tickets on Sale - Apr. 1
Tickets for The Oaks production of The Music Man go on sale beginning Thursday, April 1. Stop by the MP foyer Thursday afternoon to purchase yours. Tickets are $14 each, or a family pass can be purchased for $40 (immediate family members only). Tickets are available through Jupiter beginning Thursday, April 1, in the MP foyer on Friday afternoons beginning Friday, April 16, or through the school office beginning Monday, April 12.
Conservatory Summer Program - Registration Begins Apr. 19
The Oaks Conservatory is excited to offer a summer music program this year! Offerings begin in June and include, private & group music lessons, Musikgarten, Music Camp, and Music on the Field. See the flyer below for more details or visit the Conservatory Website. Registration begins Monday, April 19 through your Jupiter account or by calling the school office.
Conservatory Summer Program Flyer
Upcoming Financial Aid Meetings - Apr. 20 & 22 - Please RSVP
If you are interested in receiving financial aid for the the 2021-22 school year, Mr. Dowers will be hosting informational meetings regarding The Oaks' tuition assistance program on Tuesday, April 20th from 4:30-5pm and Thursday, April 22nd from 7:30-8am. Attendance at a Financial Aid Meeting is required in order to apply for financial aid in the 2021-22 school year. Please RSVP to the school office so that we can plan accordingly.
Mid-terms Available on Jupiter
Mid-term grades are available to view on Jupiter. Grades may be viewed on the first screen ("To Do") in Jupiter. Click on the individual class/subject to see details of those grades. Hard copies will not be sent home this year.
2021-22 School Calendar
The school calendar for next year, 2021-22, is now available on the Calendar and Schedules page of the website, under the Parent tab. Go to the "School Calendar" and scroll through this year's calendar to see next year's.
1st Semester Honor Roll
Congratulations to those who made the honor roll for the 1st semester of the 2020-21 school year.
"Some boast in chariots and some in horses, but we will boast in the name of the Lord, our God." - Psalm 20:7
Upcoming Dates
Mar. 16-17
- Parent-Teacher Conferences (No School)
Mar. 21
- Physics Trip
- Open House [9–11am]
- Speech Meet Assembly [1pm]
Mar. 22
- SAT School Day (11th grade)
Mar. 25
- Mother/Daughter Tea [8:30am]
Mar. 31–Apr. 1
- MCL Jr High Basketball Tournament
Apr. 4
- Countdown to College Workshop [7pm]
Apr. 7
- Good Friday (No School)
Apr. 10-13
- Seniors - Thesis Presentations & Defenses
Apr. 14
- End of 3rd Quarter
Apr. 17-21
- Spring Break (No School)
Grammar School
Silverwood's Reading is the Ticket
*Tally Sheets Due Wed., Mar. 31
Silverwood's Reading is the Ticket program is available once again for students in kindergarten through 6th grades. Program information was sent home with students and is available below for your convenience. Please turn in the completed tally sheet to your child's teacher no later than Wednesday, March 31.
Logic & Rhetoric Schools
Virtual College Fairs and Webinars this Spring!
Families of 10th and 11th grade students can explore colleges in the comfort of their own home through several upcoming virtual college events. Please see the attached for dates and links.
Spring Virtual College Fairs and Webinars
Protocol 2021 - An Evening of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty - Sat., Apr., 17
*Balance Due Fri., Mar. 26
All 9th through 12th grade students will be receiving etiquette training during the school day in preparation for this year's protocol event on Saturday, April 17th. The event will include a viewing of the Broadway hit musical, Hamilton, a guest speaker, and a semi-formal dinner at the stunning Belles on the Bluff venue. The balance of $50 is due to the school office by Friday, March 26 (if not already paid). The letter below contains further details about this event.
Protocol Announcement & Deposit Form
* Business Formal Attire
Protocol attire this year will be business formal. Gentlemen should wear suit coats. Ladies may wear skirts, dresses, or dress slacks. Skirts and dresses should fall at or below the knee and all ladies' blouses/tops should have a sleeve and not be cut too low. Attire for both gentlemen and ladies should not be too form fitting. Shoes should meet the formal uniform shoe requirements (please see the uniform policy if needed). The Pinterest pages linked below are meant to help give you an idea of the many beautiful options that would be appropriate for this event.
Grammar School
Silverwood's Reading is the Ticket - Tally Sheets Due Wed., Mar. 31
Silverwood's Reading is the Ticket program is available once again for students in kindergarten through 6th grades. Program information was sent home with students and is available below for your convenience. Please turn in the completed tally sheet to your child's teacher no later than Wednesday, March 31.
Logic & Rhetoric Schools
Virtual College Fairs and Webinars this Spring!
Families of 10th and 11th grade students can explore colleges in the comfort of their own home through several upcoming virtual college events. Please see the attached for dates and links.
Spring Virtual College Fairs and Webinars
Protocol 2021 - An Evening of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty - Sat., Apr., 17
*Balance Due Fri., Mar. 26
All 9th through 12th grade students will be receiving etiquette training during the school day in preparation for this year's protocol event on Saturday, April 17th. The event will include a viewing of the Broadway hit musical, Hamilton, a guest speaker, and a semi-formal dinner at the stunning Belles on the Bluff venue. The balance of $50 is due to the school office by Friday, March 26 (if not already paid). The letter below contains further details about this event.
Protocol Announcement & Deposit Form
* Business Formal Attire
Protocol attire this year will be business formal. Gentlemen should wear suit coats. Ladies may wear skirts, dresses, or dress slacks. Skirts and dresses should fall at or below the knee and all ladies' blouses/tops should have a sleeve and not be cut too low. Attire for both gentlemen and ladies should not be too form fitting. Shoes should meet the formal uniform shoe requirements (please see the uniform policy if needed). The Pinterest pages linked below are meant to help give you an idea of the many beautiful options that would be appropriate for this event.
Upcoming Dates
Mar. 16-17
- Parent-Teacher Conferences (No School)
Mar. 21
- Physics Trip
- Open House [9–11am]
- Speech Meet Assembly [1pm]
Mar. 22
- SAT School Day (11th grade)
Mar. 25
- Mother/Daughter Tea [8:30am]
Mar. 31–Apr. 1
- MCL Jr High Basketball Tournament
Apr. 4
- Countdown to College Workshop [7pm]
Apr. 7
- Good Friday (No School)
Apr. 10-13
- Seniors - Thesis Presentations & Defenses
Apr. 14
- End of 3rd Quarter
Apr. 17-21
- Spring Break (No School)