History Emphasis Day
Friday, May 10

History Emphasis Days are an opportunity for Logic & Rhetoric students to dig a little deeper into the history they are studying in their Traditio courses by exploring different aspects such as architecture, food, and culture. These days are filled with speakers, projects, meals together, and more. 

*Sign up to help!

A delightful feast is being planned for the 7–12th graders to partake in during this year's History Emphasis Days. Are you available to help set-up and/or clean up? Please contact Miss Emily Woodroof to volunteer. 

*Lunch [11:30am–12:05pm]

All Logic & Rhetoric Students will enjoy lunch together on History Emphasis Day from 11:30am to 12:05pm. On Friday, May 10, a rotisserie chicken lunch will be provided. Students in 8th and 11th grade have learned how to bake bread during the first History Emphasis Day and are providing their own homemade bread to accompany lunch on this second History Emphasis Day while participating in a bread making competition. Meanwhile students in 7th and 10th grade will provide fruit and veggie platters to accompany the meal. And for dessert, 9th and 12th grade students will prepare pie which will also be entered into a pie baking competition. It's sure to be a plentiful feast with some good hearty competition.

Students with allergies may contact Miss Emily Woodroof for further details or bring their own lunch. Coolers will be available in the future coffee shop of the main building for students to drop off their victuals the day of. With these lunches being provided, if a pizza lunch order was placed through Jupiter no charge will be added to your invoice for these two days.

Protocol Event: Spring Dance - Sat., June 1 [5–9pm] *Parent/Grandparent RSVP due Fri., May 17
*No charge for students; $10 per adult

The Oaks is excited to host this year's Logic & Rhetoric School Spring Dance, exemplifying truth, goodness, and beauty. All Logic & Rhetoric School students (7–12th grades), along with their parents and grandparents, are invited to an evening of dancing in the gymnasium Saturday, June 1 from 5:00 to 9:00pm. All 7–12th grade students should plan to attend. There is no charge for students, as the yearly enrollment fee covers the cost for your child. Parents and grandparents desiring to attend should complete the "Protocol: Spring Dance RSVP (Parent)" form on Jupiter. Please RSVP no later than Friday, May 17. The $10 per adult fee will be added to your Jupiter invoice following the due date, with payment being due June 1. 

EVENT SCHEDULE
5:00–6:00pm | Fellowship
5:30–6:00pm | Class Pictures
7th & 8th Grades [5:30pm] 9th & 10th Grades [5:40pm] 11th & 12th Grades [5:50pm] 6:00–9:00pm | Dancing

Attire for the event is semi-formal:

• Gentlemen, your basic attire will be dress slacks (no cargo, patch pockets, or dress jeans); dress shirt; tie (bowtie or necktie); and dress shoes. Jackets are required for 9–12th grade gentlemen and preferred for 7–8th.
• Ladies, your dress is to be tea-length (below the knee & above the ankles); with cap sleeves, wide straps, or sleeves; and dress shoes. Please be mindful that the rigorous nature of the dances naturally necessitates longer skirt lengths, higher neck lines, and the avoidance of clingy or form-fitting pieces; modesty enhances beauty.
• Shoes should be non-marking, comfortable & have enough grip for energetic activity on the slick gymnasium floor, yet still polished & elegant for the occasion. Socks, tights, or nylons should be worn with shoes.

Pinterest Look-Book for Gentlemen's Attire Ideas
Pinterest Look-Book for Ladies' Attire Ideas
* Mrs. Kenwyn Trotter is happy to answer any questions you may have regarding appropriate attire for the evening.

Spring Dance Practices - Monday, May 20 & Fridays, May 24 & 31

The Logic & Rhetoric School Spring Dance is set for Saturday, June 1 and dance practices will be taking place in preparation the afternoons of Monday, May 20, Friday, May 24, and Friday May 31 in the gym. Parents are welcome to attend any or all practices. The exact times are listed in the activity period schedule below.

Rising Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors: Apply to Youth Leadership Spokane

Youth Leadership Spokane applications are open! Youth Leadership Spokane is a 10-month civic leadership training program, based on the principles of servant leadership and cultural competence. YLS provides skills and connections with area leaders.

Youth Leadership Flyer

• Who should apply for Leadership Spokane? Students who will be high school sophomores, juniors, or seniors are eligible to apply. Applicants should want to get involved, learn about their community, enhance their leadership skills, increase their self-knowledge, meet new friends, and/or prepare themselves for the future.
• What is tuition? Tuition of $150 includes all expenses for the retreat, materials and refreshments for class sessions, and graduation.
• Are scholarships available? Yes, scholarships supported by generous sponsors are available for those with financial need.
• Visit the Leadership Spokane website for more information and to apply.
• The deadline to apply is May 29, 2024.

Upcoming Activity Schedule Days

The Logic & Rhetoric Schools will be following an activity schedule (see the posted schedules) on the following dates. Students will follow the modified schedule throughout these days with the activity being denoted in the list below.

Mon., May 20 – PM Activity Schedule
Spring Dance Practice
9–12th Grades | 6th period [1:10pm] 7–8th Grades | Activity Period [2pm]

Fri., May 24 – PM Activity Schedule
Spring Dance Practice
9–12th Grades | 6th period [1:10pm] 7–8th Grades | Activity Period [2pm]

Fri., May 31 – PM Activity Schedule
Spring Dance Practice
All Logic & Rhetoric Students | Activity Period [2pm]

Mon., June 3 – AM Activity Schedule
Assembly with Guest Speaker/Author, Christine Cohen

Helpful Links:

College & Career Counselor Appointment Scheduling
Going Merry – College Scholarships Website
United States Naval Academy's Summer Seminar