October 23–29, 2025
Current School News
Current School News
October 23–29, 2025
A Thought To Savor
"Remember, it is not your weakness that will get in the way of God's working through you, but your delusions of strength. His strength is made perfect in our weakness! Point to His strength by being willing to admit your weakness."
– Paul David Tripp
All School
Grandparents' Day - Fri., Oct. 24 [8:30am–12:15pm] *Half-Day of School
Invite your child's grandparents to school Friday, October 24th for The Oaks' annual Grandparents' Day. We look forward to hosting grandparents on this special half-day of school. The day will include breakfast, presentations, and an open house, concluding with Cantabile from 12:00–12:15pm. There will also be an evening full of athletics with a Family Night and Senior Night that grandparents are invited to attend.
8:30am – Breakfast
9:00am – Program
10:30am – Open House
12:00pm – Cantabile
12:15pm – Dismissal
4:30pm – Family Night Begins
Sign up to help with Grandparents' Day
Family Night & Senior Night – Fri., Oct. 24
SENIOR NIGHT: Come celebrate the seniors as we recognize them for their years on the soccer and volleyball teams, the contributions they've made, and what they have meant to the program. During the soccer game's half time and in-between volleyball games we will be acknowledging Oaks seniors, Aimee Cook, JD Doster, Anna Garriques, Jack James, Clara McEachran, Gracie Singer, Margaret Tate, Nadia Welch, and Ellie Williams on the field and in the gym. Thank you seniors!
Let's line the field and fill the gym in unity as we thank God for His faithfulness and kindness. This is sure to be a great blessing to our seniors and their families!
FAMILY NIGHT: Bring the whole family to cheer on our Oaks soccer and volleyball teams as they take on Christian Center School (one of our toughest competitors) on Friday, October 24. For $8 per person (family maximum - $30) you will receive a hamburger dinner and admission to all the games. Wear your Oaks green gear and get ready to cheer! Let's fill the gym and field with Oaks fans and root on our teams. GO OAKS!!!
These events take a lot of work and a huge team of volunteers make it happen. If you are available to help and want to join in the fun of serving alongside other Oaks family members please sign up here or contact Athletics Director, Colin Williams.
Hamburger Dinner served from 5–7pm
Game Times:
4pm – Soccer; 3:45pm – Jr High Volleyball;
5:15pm – JV Volleyball; 6:45pm – Varsity Volleyball
*Pep Band – All-call Announcement
The Oaks pep band is back for Family Night, under the direction of Mr. Toph Parkin. The pep band will be playing for the Varsity Volleyball match. Students and parents are invited to participate. There will be a brief talk through and setup about 6pm and digital copies of the music are available if desired. If you are interested in participating or want more information please contact Mr. Parkin.
*Family Night / Home Games Protocol
To honor our student athletes and our Oaks family, during Family Nights and home games, the hallways and locker rooms in the MP building are reserved for athletes and coaches only. During soccer games, the main building is open for restroom access, but hallways and classrooms are closed. Children should remain under parental supervision during these events and should not be wandering nor playing unattended outside. Let's fill the bleachers and field with cheerful support!
Junior Varsity Volleyball Tournament - Sat., Oct. 25
The Oaks will be hosting the Mountain Christian League Junior High Volleyball Tournament on Saturday, October 25. Led by Coach Jenna Towne, come cheer on The Oaks JV ladies as they compete in their end-of-season tournament. For complete details please visit the Mountain Christian League website.
Lands' End Fall Sale – Oct. 16–28
End-of-Season Stock Up & Save
October 16–28: 30% off most school uniform items
Code: UNIFORMSTYLE30
Lands' End website – School Number: 900069105
Friday Pizza Lunch Returns in Nov. – Ordering Now Open!
*Orders must be placed by Oct. 31 for Nov.
Friday pizza lunch is an opportunity many families enjoy every year! It's a chance for parents to take a break from packing lunches and for kids to enjoy a special treat with friends. Families have the opportunity to order 1–3 slices of pizza for their child with or without sides. We are excited to announce that Friday, November 7 will be the 1st pizza lunch of the 2025-26 school year. Starting this year, Friday pizza hot lunch orders will be placed monthly through Events on Annasis with orders being due by the last day of the month for the following month. November and December orders are now available. A reminder will go out in the school news each month as the due date approaches.
November Pizza Lunch
December Pizza Lunch
To place your order:
- Go to Events in Annasis and search for Pizza Lunch.
- Follow the order process for each child individually.
- Hot lunch helpers will check off orders as students pick up their lunch each Friday.
Additional Notes:
- All orders must be submitted by last day of the month prior. The orders will be closed after this time. We will notify you, on this news page, when the due date is approaching.
Those who are interested in helping with this endeavor please sign-up using the links below. Please contact Kristen Bailey with any questions.
November Pizza Lunch Volunteer Sign-up
December Pizza Lunch Volunteer Sign-up
Varsity Volleyball & Soccer Tournaments - Fri. & Sat., Oct. 31 & Nov. 1
The Oaks will be hosting the Mountain Christian League Varsity Volleyball and Soccer Tournaments Friday and Saturday, October 31 and November 1. Friday the varsity volleyball team will be competing in two matches, at 11am and 4pm; Soccer game times will be announced soon. For complete details please visit the Mountain Christian League website and plan to come cheer on your Oaks team!
Volleyball Tournament Details
Soccer Tournament Details
Oaks Athletic Sweatshirt Ordering Now Available
Families are now able to order Oaks Athletic Sweatshirts through the new online store front! These sweatshirts are familiar, but have been upgraded for a better quality product and easier shopping experience. Be sure to check out the new ordering site.
Oaks Athletic Sweatshirt Ordering
Events Help Needed!
The fall season is filled with fun events, which means lots of opportunities to serve alongside other parents and Beth Schultz, Activities Coordinator. Come help if you can. It's a great chance to serve the community and get to know other parents! Below is a list of upcoming events that require help. Please click on the event name to see a sign-up sheet for that particular event. Please contact Beth with any questions.
Grandparents' Day Help (Oct. 24)
School News Archive
The School News Archive button (at the top of each week's news page) gives you access to all past news pages. If you missed something or need to access a past link you can always click on this button and look back over the previous news pages to find the information.
Fall Athletics: Come Cheer on Your Teams!
The Oaks fall sports are underway and all are welcome & encouraged to come cheer on your teams!
COMING THIS WEEK!
Fri. 10/24
**Family Night & Senior Night!**
Soccer at The Oaks [4pm]
Volleyball at The Oaks– Jr High [3:45pm]; JV [5:15pm]; Varsity [6:45pm]
Sat. 10/25
Mountain Christian League Junior Varsity Volleyball Tournament at The Oaks
Mountain Christian League website
Tues. 10/28
Volleyball at The Oaks – JV [4pm]; Varsity [5:30pm]
Fri. & Sat. 10/31 & 11/01
Mountain Christian League Soccer & Varsity Volleyball Tournaments at The Oaks
Mountain Christian League website
For complete schedules see the calendars on each sport's page.
Soccer(7–12th grade gentlemen)
Volleyball(Jr High, JV, & Varsity | 7–12th grade ladies)
Cross-Country(1st–8th grade ladies & gentlemen)
Oaks Fans: Wear Your Gear, Get in Free!
Let's fill our stands with green and white! Any Oaks student or parent wearing official Oaks swag to a school night home game (Mon.–Thur.) will receive free admission. It's our way of saying thank you for backing our teams and creating the kind of home-court encouragement our athletes deserve. So grab that hoodie, hat or t-shirt, and come cheer on your Oaks athletes!
PERKS Program
Parents Engaging in Random Acts of Service and Kindness for our Staff
Since 1997, just one year after The Oaks was founded, the PERKS program has been a way for parents to come together and tangibly bless our teachers, faculty, and support staff. This parent-led program shows appreciation throughout the year with prayers, notes, treats, and gifts that remind our staff how valued they are.
Each year, 1 or 2 parents per grammar class (Jr K–6th) sign up to coordinate the PERKS for their child's teacher, which may include traditions such as coordinating Christmas and end-of-year gifts, as well as new ways that would bless the teacher. If this is something you'd like to participate in please use the PERKS Grammar Sign-up or contact Sophie Donoghue, Oaks parent & Grammar School PERKS coordinator.
This year, in addition to class PERKS Parents (thank you for those who have already signed up), the PERKS team is also inviting families to participate in "Adopt the Staff" snack days. Twice a month, parents may sign up to provide snacks (about 4 dozen) on designated Thursdays, blessing the entire Oaks staff with a little extra joy in their day. If you'd like to participate, please use the PERKS Snacks Sign-up to reserve a spot or reach out directly to Mrs. Marissa Raybould, Oaks parent & PERKS coordinator, with questions.
PERKS is a simple but meaningful way to serve, get to know other families, and bring smiles to those who pour into your children daily. Thank you for being a part of this wonderful program!
HELPFUL LINKS:
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
Please refer to your child's Weekly Letter for class specific information.
Upcoming Class Events:
Thurs., Nov. 20
- 2nd Grade Boxcar Day
- 5th Grade Pilgrim Day @ Ross Point Bible Camp [8:30am–3pm]
Logic & Rhetoric Schools
AP Exam Registration
Due by Fri., Oct. 31
High school students have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam this May at The Oaks. For some colleges, students can receive college credit for passing an AP exam, scoring a "3" and above (on a 1–5 scale). This will enable a student to waive the equivalent college course during freshman year (Freshman English Composition, for example). So, for those participating colleges, passing an AP exam will save money (and time) in the long run. Each university handles the AP credit differently; you will want to check out a specific college to understand how they treat AP exam scores.
Register through Annasis by Friday, October 31. Please read the AP Exam Information for further details and contact Mrs. Lynn Gibson with any questions.
AP Exam Registration
AP Exam Information
Ladies Winter Formal Uniform Begins Nov. 1
Beginning November 1, ladies in 6–12th grade should wear dark navy or black footed tights or knee socks as a part of the required formal uniform. Please view the Uniform Policy for complete formal uniform requirements.
High School Basketball
*Register by Oct.31
The Oaks Basketball season is just around the corner with the first practice on Tuesday, November 4. If you would like to register your high school son or daughter please register through Annasis' Events tab no later than Friday, October 31. A complete schedule of practices and games can be found on The Oaks Basketball page.
*Parent Meeting Tues., Nov. 4 [6pm]
Parents of participating students, please plan to attend an important meeting on Tuesday, November 4 at 6pm in The Oaks gym. This meeting will cover key information for the upcoming season, so please make sure at least one parent attends.
Boys Basketball Registration (9–12th)
Girls Basketball Registration (9–12th)
White Slips/Check-out Forms
Logic & Rhetoric students leaving campus mid class (as opposed to between class periods or at lunch) are asked to please communicate their departure with the appropriate teacher prior to the start of class, ideally before or after school or at lunch. The teacher will give the student a White Slip/Check-out Form and the student is then free to quietly slip out of class at the appropriate time to head to the office to check out and turn in the White Slip/Check-out Form. Thank you for your help as we seek to improve our processes.
College Brown Bag Lunches
High school students, 9–12th grades, are welcome to participate in the annual College Brown Bag Lunch Series. Come with questions and converse with admission officers from colleges and universities around the country. These lunches will be held in MP 4 from 12:35 to 1:05pm. The College Brown Bag Lunch Flyer shows the complete schedule. Questions? Email Mrs. Lynn Gibson.
- Wed., Oct. 29 - University of Idaho
- Tues., Nov. 4 - Gonzaga University
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.
Wed., Nov. 12 – AM Activity Schedule
Christmas Concert Rehearsal
Wed., Nov. 19 – PM Activity Schedule
Christmas Concert Rehearsal
Wed., Dec. 3 – AM Activity Schedule
Christmas Concert Rehearsal
Wed., Dec. 10 – AM Activity Schedule
Christmas Concert Rehearsal
Mon., Dec. 15 – AM Activity Schedule (modified)
Christmas Concert Rehearsal
Wed., Dec. 17 – AM Activity Schedule
Late Start (post Christmas Concert)
Helpful Link:
October Scripture Memorization
In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, high and lifted up, and the train of His robe filled the temple. Above it stood seraphim; each one had six wings: with two he covered his face, with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew. And one cried to another and said:
"Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts;
The whole earth is full of His glory!"
And the posts of the door were shaken by the voice of him who cried out, and the house was filled with smoke.
So I said:
"Woe is me, for I am undone!
Because I am a man of unclean lips,
And I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips;
For my eyes have seen the King,
The Lord of hosts."
Then one of the seraphim flew to me, having in his hand a live coal which he had taken with the tongs from the altar. And he touched my mouth with it, and said:
"Behold, this has touched your lips;
Your iniquity is taken away,
And your sin purged."
Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying:
"Whom shall I send,
And who will go for Us?"
Then I said, "Here am I! Send me."
Isaiah 6:1–8
Grammar School
Please refer to your child's Weekly Letter for class specific information.
Upcoming Class Events:
Thurs., Nov. 20
- 2nd Grade Boxcar Day
- 5th Grade Pilgrim Day @ Ross Point Bible Camp [8:30am–3pm]
Logic & Rhetoric Schools
AP Exam Registration
Due by Fri., Oct. 31
High school students have the opportunity to take the Advanced Placement exam this May at The Oaks. For some colleges, students can receive college credit for passing an AP exam, scoring a "3" and above (on a 1–5 scale). This will enable a student to waive the equivalent college course during freshman year (Freshman English Composition, for example). So, for those participating colleges, passing an AP exam will save money (and time) in the long run. Each university handles the AP credit differently; you will want to check out a specific college to understand how they treat AP exam scores.
Register through Annasis by Friday, October 31. Please read the AP Exam Information for further details and contact Mrs. Lynn Gibson with any questions.
AP Exam Registration
AP Exam Information
Ladies Winter Formal Uniform Begins Nov. 1
Beginning November 1, ladies in 6–12th grade should wear dark navy or black footed tights or knee socks as a part of the required formal uniform. Please view the Uniform Policy for complete formal uniform requirements.
High School Basketball
*Register by Oct.31
The Oaks Basketball season is just around the corner with the first practice on Tuesday, November 4. If you would like to register your high school son or daughter please register through Annasis' Events tab no later than Friday, October 31. A complete schedule of practices and games can be found on The Oaks Basketball page.
*Parent Meeting Tues., Nov. 4 [6pm]
Parents of participating students, please plan to attend an important meeting on Tuesday, November 4 at 6pm in The Oaks gym. This meeting will cover key information for the upcoming season, so please make sure at least one parent attends.
Boys Basketball Registration (9–12th)
Girls Basketball Registration (7–12th)
White Slips/Check-out Forms
Logic & Rhetoric students leaving campus mid class (as opposed to between class periods or at lunch) are asked to please communicate their departure with the appropriate teacher prior to the start of class, ideally before or after school or at lunch. The teacher will give the student a White Slip/Check-out Form and the student is then free to quietly slip out of class at the appropriate time to head to the office to check out and turn in the White Slip/Check-out Form. Thank you for your help as we seek to improve our processes.
College Brown Bag Lunches
High school students, 9–12th grades, are welcome to participate in the annual College Brown Bag Lunch Series. Come with questions and converse with admission officers from colleges and universities around the country. These lunches will be held in MP 4 from 12:35 to 1:05pm. The College Brown Bag Lunch Flyer shows the complete schedule. Questions? Email Mrs. Lynn Gibson.
- Wed., Oct. 29 - University of Idaho
- Tues., Nov. 4 - Gonzaga University
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.
Wed., Nov. 12 – AM Activity Schedule
Christmas Concert Rehearsal
Wed., Nov. 19 – PM Activity Schedule
Christmas Concert Rehearsal
Wed., Dec. 3 – AM Activity Schedule
Christmas Concert Rehearsal
Wed., Dec. 10 – AM Activity Schedule
Christmas Concert Rehearsal
Mon., Dec. 15 – AM Activity Schedule (modified)
Christmas Concert Rehearsal
Wed., Dec. 17 – AM Activity Schedule
Late Start (post Christmas Concert)
Helpful Link:
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]