October 24–30, 2024
Current School News
Current School News
October 24–30, 2024
A Thought To Savor
The Blessing of Honor (continued Part 3)
By Rev. Thomas Brewer
We understand from the Bible, then, that honor leads to a good life. But isn't this true of all virtues? In a way, yes. Patience leads to a good life. Wisdom leads to a good life. Kindness leads to a good life. Even ancient pagan thinkers, such as Plato and Cicero, knew that the good life was a virtuous life. Likewise, today, our culture sometimes acknowledges that virtue brings benefits to those who practice it. Several years ago, Freakonomics Radio, in its ongoing examination of various economic trends, recorded a podcast that pointed out the advantages of living in societies are healthier and wealthier. According to the podcast, this is because honesty allows people to conduct business more effectively, act more freely, and generally get along better. It helps societies flourish. Honesty is a virtue. It leads to a blessed life.
Imagine a society in which everyone honored each other well. I imagine that in such a place, we would all feel treated with dignity and respect. None of us would seek more honor for ourselves than was right, and everyone would treat each other as they ought. There would be no need for locks on our car doors or on our houses, for no one would steal anything from one another. There would be no bickering in our families and no power struggles in the workplace. In fact, in order to honor each other more and more, we might very well outdo each other in showing honor (Rom. 12:10).
While no such society exists this side of heaven, we do get a foretaste of that perfect society in this life. God has ordained that we as Christian are members of Christ's body, His church. Augustine called this new society the city of God. In this city, which straddles this age and the age to come, we see people–though not always–outdoing one another in showing honor. I have felt honored when church members have had me in their homes for meals. I have felt honored when Christian parents have invited me into their children's lives. I have felt honored when Christian brothers and sisters have befriended me. I hope to honor others similarly as I look forward to heaven. It makes this life better. Honor is a blessing, both in this age and in the age to come.
Questions to ponder:
- How do I personally define a "good life," and in what ways does the practice of honor contribute to that definition?
- What specific actions can I take to create a culture of honor in my home, school, church, community, or workplace, and how might this impact my relationships with others?
- In what ways have I experienced or witnessed the transformative power of honor within my home, and how can I carry that forward into my daily life?
Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good. Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another; not lagging in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer; distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality.
– Romans 12:9–13
Rev. Thomas Brewer is vice president of publishing at Ligonier Ministries, senior associate editor of Tabletalk magazine, and a teaching elder in the Presbyterian Church in America.
All School
Grandparents' Day - Fri., Oct. 25 [8:30am–12:15pm] *Half-Day of School
Invite your child's grandparents to school Friday, October 25th for The Oaks' annual Grandparents' Day. We look forward to hosting our wonderful 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 and a family night that grandparents are invited to attend.
8:30 – Breakfast
9:00 – Program
10:30 – Open House
12:00 – Cantabile
12:15 – Dismissal
4:00 – Family Night Begins
Sign up to help with Grandparents' Day
Celebrate Senior Night! – Fri., Oct. 25
*Sign-up to Help!
Mark your calendar for Friday, October 25, as we gather to celebrate Senior Night at The Oaks! This special evening is a wonderful opportunity to come together as an Oaks family and honor our amazing senior athletes. Let's show our love and support for our volleyball players, Grace Kaiserman, Sarah Love, Sammie Palpant, and Klara Sana, and our soccer players Daniel and Matthew Bursese, as they play their final home matches.
We want to send them off with a full crowd, decked out in green, as they represent The Oaks one last time on their home turf. Can you imagine the energy of a packed gym and field as we cheer on our soccer guys and undefeated, first-place 13-0 volleyball team? What a night it will be!
In addition to the excitement, we'll be serving up delicious longhorn sausage meals fresh off the grill! For just $8 per meal or $35 for the whole family (parents and kids), you'll not only enjoy a great meal, but also get admission to the match!
These events are only possible with the help of our incredible volunteers, so we'd love for you to jump in and lend a hand. Sign up to help!
Let's fill the gym, pack the field, and make this an unforgettable night for our senior athletes. Bring the whole family–grandparents included–and let's make it a night to remember! See you there!
Dinner served from 4:30–6:45pm
Game Times:
4:00pm – Soccer; 3:45pm – Jr High Volleyball;
5pm – JV Volleyball; 6:30pm – Varsity Volleyball
A Christmas Carol - Thurs.–Sat., Dec. 5–7
*Tickets go on sale Oct. 25
Dickens' classic tells the story of one day in the life of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly man who refuses to celebrate Christmas. On Christmas Eve, three spirits pay him a ghostly visit. One by one they show him what he once was, what he has become, and what the future holds. Please join us for this exciting production featuring a cast of 36 student actors, men and children's choirs, a bell choir, and an orchestra! Tickets for A Christmas Carol go on sale, here on the website, at 8am Friday, October 25th.
JV Volleyball Tournament - Sat., Oct. 26
The Oaks will be hosting the Mountain Christian League Junior Varsity Volleyball Tournament on Saturday, October 26. For complete details please visit the Mountain Christian League website and plan to come cheer on your Oaks team!
Fall Instrumental Concert - Tues., Oct. 29 [6:30pm]
All are invited to attend The Oaks Fall Instrumental Concert Tuesday, October 29 at 6:30pm in the Great Hall. Come and be blessed by a tapestry of beautiful music provided by The Oaks Orchestra.
Friday Pizza Lunch – Nov. Orders Due by 3pm Wed., Oct. 30
It's time to place your November Pizza Lunch Order. All orders must be submitted by 3pm, the Wednesday prior to the 1st Friday Pizza Lunch of the month. 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 pizza purchased the day of will be $3 per slice on a first come, first serve basis after all pre-orders have been fulfilled.
Volunteer to Serve Friday Pizza Lunch
Those who are interested in helping with Friday pizza lunches, please sign-up using the link below. Please contact Kristen Bailey with any questions (contact info. is available on the Family Directory).
Lost & Found – Thurs., Oct. 31
*Please label everything! We want you to be reunited with your items.
Lost & found items will be set out 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. There is currently a myriad of shoes and water bottles as well as jackets that are needing their owners to claim them, so please stop by. We appreciate your help in keeping the lost & found pile low.
NW ACCS Regional Choral Concert - Fri., Nov. 8 [6:30pm]
The Oaks is excited to welcome area ACCS schools to this year's NW ACCS Regional Choral Festival on Friday, November 8. Oaks 9–12th grade choir members have already been hard at work preparing the mass choir numbers, as well as an individual choir selection which they will be performing that evening. For all 9–12th grade students, the day begins at 8:30am and continues through the evening's concert. All Oaks families, friends, and grandparents are invited to attend the evening's concert, beginning at 6:30pm in the gymnasium. Your supportive presence is greatly appreciated.
Men's Breakfast - Sat., Nov. 16 [8am–10am] *RSVP by Mon., Nov. 11
All Oaks Men (fathers, grandfathers, and sons) are invited to attend The Oaks' Annual Men's Breakfast on Saturday, November 16 beginning at 8am. Please RSVP by Monday, November 11.
Individual Picture Day - Fri., Nov. 22
Picture Day is scheduled for Friday, November 22. Leo's Photography will be taking individual photos only at this time. Class photos and the all school photo will be taken on Friday, March 7 along with any re-takes.
Check-in & out in the School Office
Have an appointment? Need to pick your child up early? Please check your child out in the office first. Once you've checked your child out, you may pick him up from the classroom or ask the office to call the classroom. If you send a note with your child in the morning, his teacher will send him to the office to meet you at the appropriate time. Likewise, please stop by the office to check your child in when returning to campus after an appointment, or anytime your child is arriving after 8:30am. Making sure that all students are checked in and out through the office by parents is a protection for your child and their classmates.
Jupiter Tip: weekly grade updates or missing assignment alert options
Did you know that you can adjust your parent settings to receive weekly updates on your child's grades and/or missing assignment alerts? If you would like to receive these types of notifications for your child, log into your Jupiter account and go to "Settings." At the bottom of "Notifications" under "Grades" select the day(s) and check the type(s) of notifications you'd like to receive. Feel free to contact the school office if you have questions or need assistance.
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.
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. 25)
- ACCS Admin Conference Help (Nov. 7–8)
- ACCS Choral Festival Help (Nov. 8)
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. 10/25
Soccer at The Oaks [4pm]
Volleyball at The Oaks – Jr High [3:45pm]; JV [5pm]; Varsity [6:30pm]
Sat. 10/26
JV Volleyball Tournament at The Oaks
Varsity Volleyball & Soccer Tournaments - Fri. & Sat., Nov. 1 & 2
The Oaks will be hosting the Mountain Christian League Varsity Volleyball and Soccer Tournaments Friday and Saturday, November 1 and 2. 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
For complete schedules see the calendars on each sport's page.
Soccer (9–12th grade gentlemen)
Volleyball (Jr High, JV, & Varsity | 7–12th grade ladies)
Cross-Country (1st–8th grade ladies & gentlemen)
HELPFUL LINKS:
DENNIS UNIFORM – 2024-25 Free Shipping
DENNIS Uniform website – School Code: ZSO032 – Free Shipping Code: SPOFS24
Upcoming Dates
October 14–16
- Parent/Teacher Conferences
October 15
- PSAT Test [8:30–11:30am]
- SAT Test [12:30–3:30pm]
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 22
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Carroll College [12:35-1:00pm]
October 23
- Weekly Formal Uniform Day
- Ladies' Prayer [8:30–9:15am]
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Patrick Henry College (virtual) [12:35-1:00pm]
- 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]
- PM Activity Schedule
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]
November 16
- Cantabile [8:15am]
November 17
- College Brown Bag Lunch - LeTourneau University (virtual) [12:35-1:00pm]
November 18
- AM Activity Schedule
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Northwest Nazarene University [12:05-12:30pm]
November 20
- Picture Day
- Weekly Formal Uniform Day
- Ladies' Prayer [8:30–9:15am]
- Cantabile [3pm]
Grammar School
Please refer to your child's Weekly Letter for class specific information.
Cold Weather Reminder
As the temperature cools, students will continue to enjoy recess outdoors, so please plan accordingly with your child's outerwear.
Junior Kindergarten:
*Schedule Change - Oct. 23–25
The junior kindergarten class will meet Wednesday through Friday, October 23 through 25 (rather than Tuesday through Thursday). This will allow the class to participate in Grandparents' Day on Friday, October 25.
Logic & Rhetoric Schools
High School Basketball Registration Now Open!
*Register by 10/31
The Oaks Basketball season is just around the corner with the first practice on Thursday, November 7. If you would like to register your high school son or daughter please complete the "Athletics: Basketball - High School" form in The Oaks Activities 2024-25 school within Jupiter no later than Thursday, October 31. Please be sure to also complete the "Activities: Pre-participation" form prior to the first practice, if you have not already done so this year. A complete schedule of practices and games can be found on The Oaks Basketball page.
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.
Northwest ACCS Choral Festival - Fri., Nov. 8
*9–12th grade students participate all day and through the evening's concert
The Northwest ACCS Choral Festival is right around the corner on Friday, November 8th! Oaks 9–12th grade students will have the privilege of hosting students from other regional ACCS schools for this day of fellowship and music making which will begin at 8:30am and culminate in a concert at 6:30 in the evening. Both lunch and dinner will be provided for the day and shared with all attending schools. Not only will students participate in the mass choir, but they will also have the honor of presenting a piece as an individual choir for the evening's concert. This event is a beautiful opportunity for our students to practice hospitality and grow in their love for God's people and His worship through song. We anticipate that all 9–12th grade students will enjoy hosting the entire day! In fact, The Oaks considers this a mandatory event. Please reach out to Mrs. Amy Kim if you have questions.
College Brown Bag Lunches
*updated
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.
- Tues., Oct. 29 - Montana State University
- Wed., Oct. 30 - George Fox University
- Tues., Nov. 12 - Eastern Washington University
- Wed., Nov. 13 - Whitworth 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.
Thurs., Oct. 24 – AM Activity Schedule (modified)
Choir Festival Prep
*7–8th grade attend Friday 6th period class during AM Activity
*9–12th grade attend Friday class for 6th period
Mon., Oct. 28 – PM Activity Schedule
Instrumental Concert & Christmas Concert Prep
Fri., Nov. 1 – PM Activity Schedule
Choir Festival & Christmas Concert Prep
Helpful Link:
October Scripture Memorization
How can a young man cleanse his way?
By taking heed according to Your word.
With my whole heart I have sought You;
Oh, let me not wander from Your commandments!
Your word I have hidden in my heart,
That I might not sin against You.
Blessed are You, O Lord!
Teach me Your statutes.
With my lips I have declared
All the judgments of Your mouth.
I have rejoiced in the way of Your testimonies,
As much as in all riches.
I will meditate on Your precepts,
And contemplate Your ways.
I will delight myself in Your statutes;
I will not forget Your word.
Deal bountifully with Your servant,
That I may live and keep Your word.
Open my eyes, that I may see
Wondrous things from Your law.
- Psalm 119:9–18
Grammar School
Please refer to your child's Weekly Letter for class specific information.
Cold Weather Reminder
As the temperature cools, students will continue to enjoy recess outdoors, so please plan accordingly with your child's outerwear.
Junior Kindergarten:
*Schedule Change - Oct. 23–25
The junior kindergarten class will meet Wednesday through Friday, October 23 through 25 (rather than Tuesday through Thursday). This will allow the class to participate in Grandparents' Day on Friday, October 25.
Logic & Rhetoric Schools
High School Basketball Registration Now Open!
*Register by 10/31
The Oaks Basketball season is just around the corner with the first practice on Thursday, November 7. If you would like to register your high school son or daughter please complete the "Athletics: Basketball - High School" form in The Oaks Activities 2024-25 school within Jupiter no later than Thursday, October 31. Please be sure to also complete the "Activities: Pre-participation" form prior to the first practice, if you have not already done so this year. A complete schedule of practices and games can be found on The Oaks Basketball page.
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.
Northwest ACCS Choral Festival - Fri., Nov. 8
*9–12th grade students participate all day and through the evening's concert
The Northwest ACCS Choral Festival is right around the corner on Friday, November 8th! Oaks 9–12th grade students will have the privilege of hosting students from other regional ACCS schools for this day of fellowship and music making which will begin at 8:30am and culminate in a concert at 6:30 in the evening. Both lunch and dinner will be provided for the day and shared with all attending schools. Not only will students participate in the mass choir, but they will also have the honor of presenting a piece as an individual choir for the evening's concert. This event is a beautiful opportunity for our students to practice hospitality and grow in their love for God's people and His worship through song. We anticipate that all 9–12th grade students will enjoy hosting the entire day! In fact, The Oaks considers this a mandatory event. Please reach out to Mrs. Amy Kim if you have questions.
College Brown Bag Lunches
*updated
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.
- Tues., Oct. 29 - Montana State University
- Wed., Oct. 30 - George Fox University
- Tues., Nov. 12 - Eastern Washington University
- Wed., Nov. 13 - Whitworth 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.
Thurs., Oct. 24 – AM Activity Schedule (modified)
Choir Festival Prep
*7–8th grade attend Friday 6th period class during AM Activity
*9–12th grade attend Friday class for 6th period
Mon., Oct. 28 – PM Activity Schedule
Instrumental Concert & Christmas Concert Prep
Fri., Nov. 1 – PM Activity Schedule
Choir Festival & Christmas Concert Prep
Helpful Link:
College & Career Counselor Appointment Scheduling
Upcoming Dates
October 14–16
- Parent/Teacher Conferences
October 15
- PSAT Test [8:30–11:30am]
- SAT Test [12:30–3:30pm]
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 22
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Carroll College [12:35-1:00pm]
October 23
- Weekly Formal Uniform Day
- Ladies' Prayer [8:30–9:15am]
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Patrick Henry College (virtual) [12:35-1:00pm]
- 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]
- PM Activity Schedule
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]
November 16
- Cantabile [8:15am]
November 17
- College Brown Bag Lunch - LeTourneau University (virtual) [12:35-1:00pm]
November 18
- AM Activity Schedule
- College Brown Bag Lunch - Northwest Nazarene University [12:05-12:30pm]
November 20
- Picture Day
- Weekly Formal Uniform Day
- Ladies' Prayer [8:30–9:15am]
- Cantabile [3pm]