Last Financial Aid Meeting for 2023-24 School Year
* Attendance required for '23-24 tuition assistance
RSVP to Anya Schnell

If you are interested in receiving financial aid for the 2023-24 school year, Mr. Dowers will be hosting a final informational meeting regarding The Oaks' tuition assistance program (date & time below). Attendance at one of these meetings is required in order to apply for financial aid in the 2023-24 school year. Please RSVP to Mrs. Anya Schnell so that we can plan accordingly. This will be the last meeting time available prior to the end of the school year and your family's first tuition payment for the upcoming year.

2023-24 Financial Aid Meeting
Friday, May 5 [7:15–7:45am]

Coming School Year Forms - Due by Fri., May 5
* Treats for 1st class to complete their forms!

Packets for the upcoming school year were sent home with your eldest child. Please be sure to read through all the materials carefully and respond accordingly. All forms are to be reviewed, edited, and submitted by Friday, May 5.
*Please note: When viewing these forms in Jupiter you will need to be in the 2023-24 school year.

'23–'24 Coming School Year Packet

Weekly Deep Roots Tours - Fridays [3:45–4:30pm]

Join The Oaks Head of School for a tour of The Oaks new school building. These 45 minute tours will begin at 3:45pm each Friday through the end of the school year.

Please note:

• This tour takes place on an active construction site, so please come prepared.
• There is a 15 person max per tour.
• Children (12yrs & older) must be accompanied by a parent. No children under 12 allowed.

Weekly Deep Roots Tour Sign-up

Hamburger Wednesday - Wed., May 10
* Order forms due by Mon., May 8

Hamburger Wednesday was a resounding success! Students and teachers were blessed and over 140 hamburgers were consumed. Thanks to a number of gracious parents who sacrificed to help grill and serve! Now that we have learned a few lessons, we are ready to add kindergarten–5th graders on Wednesday, May 10. For only $6, students will receive a burger, chips, applesauce, and a cookie. Orders must be placed by Monday, May 8 through Jupiter using the "Burger Lunch Order - 05.10.23" form. The form will be locked after this time. Please call the office prior to the due date if you have questions or need to make modifications to your order. Please note that lunches purchased the day of will be $7 per person on a first come, first serve basis after all pre-orders have been fulfilled.

* Volunteers Needed!

If you are interested in helping out, we would love your help and support. Please sign up on the Hamburger Wednesday Volunteer Sign-up.

Spring Concert
* Tues., May 9 (6–12th choirs & 9–12th Orchestra) [6:30pm]

This year's first spring concert was a beautiful event. The second concert will be held on Tuesday in The Oaks gymnasium at 6:30pm. Plan to attend and feel free to invite friends and family.

Student Performer Details:

• Arrival time is 6pm
• Orchestra meet in MP #11
• Choir go to designated seats in gym
• Formal uniform required
  Reminders:
  * Flesh-toned nylons or no-shows for 6–12th ladies.
  * Hair accessories should be petite in nature & match uniform colors.

Conservatory - New Instructor and Classes!
*Beginning Guitar Classes Start Tues., May 9

The Oaks Conservatory registration is open and there are several opportunities available this spring. Sign up on the Conservatory website today! The Conservatory is excited to announce the addition of a new instructor, alumnus Mr. Samuel Jenkins (viola & violin). Check out his bio on the website! Also, in May, Mrs. Emily Sana will be teaching Beginning Guitar classes through the Conservatory.

 Beginning Guitar Classes:
Tuesday afternoons in May

Additional Private Music Lessons:
Viola & Violin

Register Here

The Sound of Music Playbill Encouragements  – Due Wed., May 10

Placing an encouragement in The Sound of Music playbill is a wonderful way to boost your cast or crew member during the run of the show and let them know you're cheering them on! This year, each cast member will receive a complimentary encouragement. To place an encouragement for your child, please complete the Theatre: Playbill Encouragements form on Jupiter no later than Wednesday, May 10th. This form can be found in your parent portal under The Oaks Activities 2022-23 school. Please keep your words of encouragement to 20 words or less. There is an option on the form to order additional encouragements for $10 each, with payment due by June 1.

Flower Basket Delivery – Wed., May 10 [2–5pm]

If you ordered a flower basket from The Oaks' juniors, they will be delivered and available for pickup on Wednesday, May 10 between 2:00 and 5:00pm at the grassy swale near the southeast corner of the 24th Ave parking lot (between the parking lot & the new building). 

Lost & Found  – Thurs., May 11
*Please label everything! We want to reunite you with your missing items.

Lost & found items will be set out in the MP foyer on Thursday. 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 the lost & found pile low. We want to return your items to you and labels are a great help in this endeavor.

Summer Sports Camps – Registration Now Open!
*Oaks students only registration through Friday, May 12
*Registration opens to partner MCL students May 15
*Registration due June 1 – Payment due July 1

The Oaks is excited to be offering several sports camps again this summer. The offerings are listed below.

July 5–8
Basketball (8–12th grade gentlemen) – $95
July 5–7 [6–8pm] July 8 [8–10am]

July 10–12
Volleyball (7–12th grade ladies) [1–4pm] – $95

July 10–13
Basketball (2nd–4th grade co-ed) [8–9:30am] – $75
Basketball (5–7th grade co-ed) [9:45–11:15] – $75
Flag Football (4–7th grade gentlemen) [8–9:30am] – $95

July 17–20
Soccer (2nd–6th grade co-ed) [9–11am] – $95
Soccer (9–12th grade gentlemen) [3:30–5:30pm] – $95
Soccer (7–12th grade ladies) [5:30–7:30pm] – $95

Registration is now open for Oaks students only through Friday, May 12. After this time, registration will be opened to fellow Mountain Christian League (MCL) students. 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 by Friday, June 1. 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 will be done through Jupiter. 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 2023 Summer Activities School
• Select Forms from the main menu (towards bottom)
• Complete the required Activities: Pre-participation (Summer 2023) form
  • Camp registrations will not be processed until this form is completed
• Register using the available sports camps forms

Buy your Tickets for The Sound of Music Today!
* Showing May 25–27 @ ONE* Church

This production will take place May 25–27 at ONE* Church on Sullivan & 24th (not far from The Oaks). Get your tickets now and spread the word . . . The Hills are Alive with The Sound of Music!

Purchase Tickets Today!
The Sound of Music Poster

Senior Thesis of the Year

As the recipient of this year's Senior Thesis of the Year, Alexis Mérane Hart presented her thesis to the entire secondary school (7–12th grades). The recording of this presentation is now available. You will be blessed and encouraged. Congratulations Alexis on a job well done!

2023 Senior Thesis of the Year Presentation

Third Quarter Report Cards Available

To view your child's report card, log into your Jupiter parent portal and select Report Card from the menu.

The Gathering Place Open Every Wednesday
Dollar Donuts through May!

The Oaks Coffee Bar is open every Wednesday morning before school. Come grab a drink and a treat to enjoy with friends.

Friday Pizza Lunch – Servers Wanted!

The pizza lunch crew is looking for a few more volunteers. If you are interested in helping out on an upcoming Friday please sign up on the Pizza Volunteer Sign-up.