November 14 - 20, 2019
Current School News
Current School News
November 14 - 20, 2019
All School
Parent Academy - Tues., Nov. 19 (6:30pm)
*RSVP for Free Childcare!
The Oaks is excited to welcome special guest speakers, Doug and Nancy Wilson, on Tuesday, November 19th for the 1st Parent Academy of the school year. All parents should plan to attend, beginning at 6:30pm, in the sanctuary. Childcare will be provided in the gym. Please RSVP to the school office so that we can plan accordingly.
Lost and Found - Wed., Nov. 20
Lost and found items will be on the table in the MP foyer on Wednesday, November 20. Please stop by and see if anything belongs to your family. All unclaimed items, except uniforms, will be donated at the end of the day.
School Picture Day - Tues., Nov. 26
Picture order forms will be sent home with your child on Monday, November 18. There are extra in the office if needed. Please complete, with payment, a form for each child individually and return to your child's homeroom teacher no later than Monday, November 25. A letter with further details is attached below.
The Tempest - Fall Play - Sat., Dec. 7 (2pm & 6pm)
Purchase your tickets for The Tempest today! You do not want to miss this production. The link at the top of the page will give you the option to buy tickets for either the 2pm or 6pm showings on Saturday, December 7. Posters are available in the school office if you would like to hang one at your place of business, favorite coffee shop, local library, or another location in the community. Help us spread the word!
Christmas Caroling - Sat., Dec. 7 (4-5pm)
All are welcome to participate in some Christmas caroling at The Oaks on Saturday, December 7 from 4-5pm, conveniently scheduled between showings of The Tempest. Whether you are staying after the 2pm show or arriving early to the 6pm show, there will be caroling and cocoa! If you would like to participate, meet in the west parking lot near the fire pit. Whenever you arrive, feel free to enjoy the company and sing along! We will have two trucks and flat-bed trailers from which to sing. We plan to slowly meander around the neighborhood. Caroling books will be provided. Come One, Come All!
Christmas Concert at The Fox - Tues., Dec. 17
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 17 at 7pm and start inviting your friends and family to this once a year free gift to the greater Spokane area. Posters and postcard invitations are available in the school office.
Basketball - 1st Home Game - Fri., Nov. 22 at 4pm
The Boys Varsity Basketball team will have their first game of the season at The Oaks beginning at 4pm on Friday, November 22. Come cheer on the team.
Upcoming Dates
Mar. 31
- Coffee with the Head of School [8:30am]
Mar. 31–Apr. 1
- MCL Jr High Basketball Tournament
Apr. 6
- Thursday Cantabile (3pm)
Apr. 7
- Good Friday (No School)
Apr. 10–13
- Seniors - Thesis Presentations & Defenses
Apr. 13
- Countdown to College Workshop [7pm]
Apr. 14
- End of 3rd Quarter
Apr. 17–21
- Spring Break (No School)
Apr. 24
- AM Activity Day
- Senior Thesis Presentation [8:30am]
Apr. 26
- Financial Aid Meeting [7:15am]
Apr. 27
- 3rd Quarter Report Cards Posted
- Financial Aid Meeting [4pm]
- Yellowstone Meeting (8th grade families) [7pm]
Apr. 28
- History Emphasis Day I (7–12th grades)
May 2
- Spring Concert (K–5th choirs & 6–8th orchestra)[6:30pm]
May 3
- Financial Aid Meeting [4pm]
May 5
- Financial Aid Meeting [7:15am]
- History Emphasis Day II (7–12th grades)
Grammar School
There is no news at this time.
Secondary School
High School Classic Movie Night - Fri., Nov. 15
All High School Students and their parents are invited to The Oaks first ever Classic Movie Night. Join us for a classic movie, snacks and lively discussion led by our own, Mr. Jason Farley.
Who: 9th - 12th Grade Students and their parents
When: Friday, November 15, 6:30-8:30pm
What: High Noon (1952)
Price: $3.00 per person
Please consider The Oaks standard of dress as you and your child choose their attire for this event - clean, modest and culturally appropriate for the event and the school community. Let's seek to love one another well as we enjoy an evening together.
College Brown Bag Visits - Nov. Revisions
Students in 8th - 11th grade are invited to a unique brown bag lunch with David Olds, a 1/C Midshipmen (Senior) at the United States Naval Academy (and a Spokane native), to share with you the opportunities of attending the USNA. Please see the attached Brown Bag Schedule, revised for November.
Career-Interest Workshops
Please visit the link below if your student is interested in attending free, after-school, career-interest workshops. For questions please contact Mrs. Gibson.
"Business After School" Workshops - Greater Spokane Incorporated sponsored workshops in Aerospace, Renewable Energy, Construction, Advertising, Healthcare, Manufacturing, and more.
Grammar School
There is no news at this time.
Secondary School
High School Classic Movie Night - Fri., Nov. 15
All High School Students and their parents are invited to The Oaks first ever Classic Movie Night. Join us for a classic movie, snacks and lively discussion led by our own, Mr. Jason Farley.
Who: 9th - 12th Grade Students and their parents
When: Friday, November 15, 6:30-8:30pm
What: High Noon (1952)
Price: $3.00 per person
Please consider The Oaks standard of dress as you and your child choose their attire for this event - clean, modest and culturally appropriate for the event and the school community. Let's seek to love one another well as we enjoy an evening together.
College Brown Bag Visits - Nov. Revisions
Students in 8th - 11th grade are invited to a unique brown bag lunch with David Olds, a 1/C Midshipmen (Senior) at the United States Naval Academy (and a Spokane native), to share with you the opportunities of attending the USNA. Please see the attached Brown Bag Schedule, revised for November.
Career-Interest Workshops
Please visit the link below if your student is interested in attending free, after-school, career-interest workshops. For questions please contact Mrs. Gibson.
"Business After School" Workshops - Greater Spokane Incorporated sponsored workshops in Aerospace, Renewable Energy, Construction, Advertising, Healthcare, Manufacturing, and more.
Upcoming Dates
Mar. 31
- Coffee with the Head of School [8:30am]
Mar. 31–Apr. 1
- MCL Jr High Basketball Tournament
Apr. 6
- Thursday Cantabile (3pm)
Apr. 7
- Good Friday (No School)
Apr. 10–13
- Seniors - Thesis Presentations & Defenses
Apr. 13
- Countdown to College Workshop [7pm]
Apr. 14
- End of 3rd Quarter
Apr. 17–21
- Spring Break (No School)
Apr. 24
- AM Activity Day
- Senior Thesis Presentation [8:30am]
Apr. 26
- Financial Aid Meeting [7:15am]
Apr. 27
- 3rd Quarter Report Cards Posted
- Financial Aid Meeting [4pm]
- Yellowstone Meeting (8th grade families) [7pm]
Apr. 28
- History Emphasis Day I (7–12th grades)
May 2
- Spring Concert (K–5th choirs & 6–8th orchestra)[6:30pm]
May 3
- Financial Aid Meeting [4pm]
May 5
- Financial Aid Meeting [7:15am]
- History Emphasis Day II (7–12th grades)