October 31 – November 6, 2024
Current School News
Current School News
October 31 – November 6, 2024
A Thought To Savor
"To love means loving the unlovable. To forgive means pardoning the unpardonable. Faith means believing the unbelievable. Hope means hoping when everything seems hopeless." – G.K. Chesterton
All School
The Oaks Coffee Bar Re-opens Fri., Nov. 1
After a couple of weeks off, The Oaks Coffee Baristas are ready to serve our Oaks family once again on Friday, November 1. Come grab a cup of coffee, a donut, and visit with friends. The coffee bar is open from 7:30 to 8:20am on Fridays. Parents are welcome to stick around and visit longer.
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. Thursday the soccer team will take the field at 3:45pm and then on Friday, the varsity volleyball team will be competing in two matches at 11am and 4:30pm. 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
As we welcome visiting teams and fans, let's show our signature hospitality by creating a warm and respectful environment. This is a unique opportunity for students to model kindness and courtesy. Tournament days do come with some extra guidelines and your help with the following is appreciated.
- Student Supervision: Grammar students (6th grade and under) should remain with their parents at all times. To ensure safety, and respect for the event, please avoid letting younger children play in the field or parking lot, or sit unaccompanied in the gym.
- Cleanliness: Please help to keep the bleachers and gym tidy. Check that no trash is left behind or fallen under the bleachers, carefully retrieving any items that slipped through.
- Tournament-Only Areas: Locker rooms, hallways, and classrooms are reserved for players and officials only during the tournament. Students and non-players are asked to kindly avoid these spaces.
Thank you for your support in making this tournament a memorable experience for everyone. Let's show up to cheer on our Oaks teams with energy and school spirit!
NW ACCS Administrators Conference - Thurs. & Fri., Nov. 7 & 8
The Oaks will be hosting over 50 administrators from Northwest ACCS schools on campus Thursday and Friday, November 7th and 8th. Please welcome these guests as you see them on campus. What a gift it is to host our broader ACCS community, as administrators come together in an effort to improve classical Christian education across the northwest.
Volunteers for this event are greatly appreciated. Please sign up on the Admin. Conference Volunteer Sign-up if you are available and willing to lend a hand.
NW ACCS Regional Choral Concert - Fri., Nov. 8 [6:30pm]
The Oaks is excited to welcome area ACCS schools to this year's Northwest 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.
Volunteers for this event are greatly appreciated. Please sign up on the Choral Festival Volunteer Sign-up if you are available and willing to lend a hand for this event.
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
Online ordering now available
Picture Day is scheduled for Friday, November 22. Leo's Photography will be taking individual photos at this time. Class photos and the all school photo will be taken on Friday, March 7 along with any re-takes. Orders may be placed online here, using the code: FAL225045. Order packets will be sent home soon. Completed order packets should be turned into homeroom teachers.
Online Ordering
Code: FAL225045
Sibling Photo sign-ups – due by Fri., Nov. 15
Once again this year, there will be an opportunity to order sibling photos if you would like a picture of all of your children together. Please sign up for this photo on the Sibling Photo RSVP no later than Friday, November 15. Only those families who sign up for a sibling photo will have one taken. To place an order for a sibling photo online, please denote in the special request note box which products you would like printed as a sibling photo. Separate order forms will be sent home for sibling photo orders after the RSVP due date has passed.
A Christmas Carol - Thurs.–Sat., Dec. 5–7
*Tickets on Sale Now!
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's & children's choirs, bell choir, and orchestra! Tickets for A Christmas Carol are now available for purchase, here on the website.
Uniform Reminder
Please remember that the uniform policy does not include leggings. Jr.K–5th grade ladies may wear tights (no seams), but are not to wear leggings (seams) with socks. Ladies in 6–12th grade may wear footless tights. Please reference the uniform policy for further details regarding required formal and optional sock information.
2024-25 Yearbook Photos Wanted!
*upload photos from the year so far.
Calling all photographers! The yearbook committee is seeking photos for The Oaks' 2024-25 yearbook. There are several ways to submit your photos:
- Upload – go to our new password protected Yearbook Photos page, select the link for your child's grade and you will be taken an album where you can upload your photos.
*The password is the same as the Family Directory. Please contact the school office if you need further assistance.
*You can also bookmark the album to upload anytime throughout the year. - Email – send your pictures directly to your child's grade's photo album at
- jrkindergarten-2024@yogile.com
- kindergarten-2024@yogile.com
- 1stgrade-2024@yogile.com
- 2ndgrade-2024@yogile.com
- 3rdgrade-2024@yogile.com
- 4thgrade-2024@yogile.com
- 5thgrade-2024@yogile.com
- 6thgrade-2024@yogile.com
- 7thgrade-2024@yogile.com
- 8thgrade-2024@yogile.com
- 9thgrade-2024@yogile.com
- 10thgrade-2024@yogile.com
- 11thgrade-2024@yogile.com
- 12thgrade-2024@yogile.com
- Flash Drive – bring your pictures into the school office on a flash drive & we'll upload them for you.
Lots of photos are needed to make an outstanding yearbook, so your help in acquiring a large selection is greatly appreciated!
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.
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.
- ACCS Admin Conference Help (Nov. 7–8)
- ACCS Choral Festival Help (Nov. 8)
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).
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.
Cold Weather Reminder
As the temperature cools, students will continue to enjoy recess outdoors, so please plan accordingly with your child's outerwear.
Logic & Rhetoric Schools
High School Basketball
*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 participating 8:30am through conclusion of 6:30pm 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.
*Student Details
Here are a few details to help your child navigate the day:
- School Day: Oaks 9–12th grade students should plan for a regular school-day arrival and to stay until the completion of the concert which begins at 6:30pm.
- Meals: Oaks students will be sharing a provided lunch and dinner with the other festival participants as a time of great fellowship. Students who have dietary restrictions are welcome to bring their own food and they may also request dairy- and/or gluten-free accommodations by communicating their need to Mrs. Kim by Monday, November 4.
- Uniforms: During the day, students may wear their everyday uniforms, but have their formal uniforms ready to change into before the evening concert. Rooms will be assigned for students to change in, as well as to stow extra belongings.
- Personal Items: With so many people on campus, please limit personal belongings as much as possible–for this day, clearly labeled disposable water bottles will be best.
We are looking forward to celebrating God's goodness to us through the gift of worship in song!
AP Exam Registration - Due by Nov. 10
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 AP credit differently; you will want to check out a specific college to understand how they treat AP exam scores. To register, log into your Jupiter parent portal, go to Forms and select AP Exam Registration. Once your registration is processed, the exam fee will be applied to your Jupiter account and may be paid by cash or check in the school office or via credit card through Jupiter. Registration is due by Sunday, November 10, with payment due by December 1. Please read the AP Exam Information for further details and contact Mrs. Lynn Gibson with any questions.
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.
- Tues., Nov. 12 - Eastern Washington University
- Thurs., Nov. 21 - Whitworth University *revised date
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.
Fri., Nov. 1 – AM Activity Schedule
Choir Festival & Christmas Concert Prep
Helpful Link:
November Scripture Memorization
Therefore if there is any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy, fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.
Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross. Therefore God also has highly exalted Him and given Him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
- Philippians 2:1–11
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.
Logic & Rhetoric Schools
High School Basketball
*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 participating 8:30am through conclusion of 6:30pm 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.
*Student Details
Here are a few details to help your child navigate the day:
- School Day: Oaks 9–12th grade students should plan for a regular school-day arrival and to stay until the completion of the concert which begins at 6:30pm.
- Meals: Oaks students will be sharing a provided lunch and dinner with the other festival participants as a time of great fellowship. Students who have dietary restrictions are welcome to bring their own food and they may also request dairy- and/or gluten-free accommodations by communicating their need to Mrs. Kim by Monday, November 4.
- Uniforms: During the day, students may wear their everyday uniforms, but have their formal uniforms ready to change into before the evening concert. Rooms will be assigned for students to change in, as well as to stow extra belongings.
- Personal Items: With so many people on campus, please limit personal belongings as much as possible–for this day, clearly labeled disposable water bottles will be best.
We are looking forward to celebrating God's goodness to us through the gift of worship in song!
AP Exam Registration - Due by Nov. 10
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 AP credit differently; you will want to check out a specific college to understand how they treat AP exam scores. To register, log into your Jupiter parent portal, go to Forms and select AP Exam Registration. Once your registration is processed, the exam fee will be applied to your Jupiter account and may be paid by cash or check in the school office or via credit card through Jupiter. Registration is due by Sunday, November 10, with payment due by December 1. Please read the AP Exam Information for further details and contact Mrs. Lynn Gibson with any questions.
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.
- Tues., Nov. 12 - Eastern Washington University
- Thurs., Nov. 21 - Whitworth University *revised date
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.
Fri., Nov. 1 – AM Activity Schedule
Choir Festival & Christmas Concert Prep
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]