Principal's Note Our first semester ends today. Report cards will be posted to Skyward Family Access on Wednesday, January 30, by 4:00 p.m. If you haven't signed up for Skyward Family Access, please do so soon, so you can view your child's report card.
Did You Know? Oakwood Heroes – January 18, 2019
Reminders Lost and Found Our Lost and Found will be donated at the end of the month. Have your child look through it, if they are missing anything. All items with names on them are always returned to their owners.
Information Night for Parents of Next Year Kindergartners Thursday, January 24, from 5:00-6:00 p.m., Oakwood will have a Kindergarten Information meeting for parents who have a child that will be attending kindergarten at Oakwood this coming fall.
PTA News
PTA Meeting Minutes We had a very productive meeting last Friday! Check out the meeting minutes on the PTA page of the Oakwood website for important updates and details. Please join us on Friday, February 15 at 7:45 a.m. for our next meeting. Get connected to school happenings and make your voice heard!
Oakwood Carnival is Coming! Mark your calendars for Friday, February 22. The Carnival crew is busy planning a very fun evening. Look for ticket order forms coming home with your youngest/only child next week. Order your tickets early to avoid long lines at the Carnival. We appreciate your raffle and auction donations! Thank you for your support.
Family Directory Sign up to be included in the Oakwood Family Directory for the best way to connect with other families. MySchoolAnywhere is a secure iPhone and Android app and online portal. To add your family to the directory today, go to join.myschoolanywhere.com and use the join code OakwoodPTA. If you have questions, contact Michelle Ugurlu at vicepresident@oakwoodpta.org.
Box Tops for Education Oakwood participates in Box Tops for Education. Save your Box Tops and send them to school with your student to put into the bucket in the office.
Volunteer Needs Carnival - Friday, February 22 Please sign up to volunteer the night of the Carnival!
Around the District Wayzata Special Education Advisory Council Transition & Recreational Resource Fair for Parents 6th Grade Band & Orchestra Instrument Selection Nights
If you have questions, please contact Karen Frawley about band or Tom Pieper about orchestra. Wayzata Legislative Action Committee (LAC) Update In January, Senator Ron Latz (Senate District 46) joined the LAC to hear from the committee and to share his view on the 2019 Legislative Session. Jody Remsing, Wayzata Public Schools Director of Special Services, presented on the Senate E-12 Education Policy Committee hearings in November 2018 regarding policy proposals that will help to address the special education cross-subsidy. If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact Monica Dawson, LAC Citizen Chair, or visit the District website. Visit the Minnesota Legislature website to learn who represents you. Ask Ali the tough questions you might be too scared to ask in person. Alison Wobschall, M.A., director of Partners in Prevention, is a psychologist with 14 years of experience in prevention. She has a special passion for healthy brain development. Submit any questions you have regarding topics surrounding substances, mental health, and parenting strategies.
Community Education Parents of 5th Graders: Join us for “Transitioning to Middle School: A Parent’s Guide” Tuesday, January 29, 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Central Middle School. This evening will feature a panel of district specialists speaking on areas of common concern and interest for parents. Representatives from each middle school will be available for questions. This program is designed for parents of current 5th grade students. Upcoming Home Base/Bright Start childcare registration information Home Base is an optional before and/or after school childcare program. Bright Start is a component of Home Base offering all day care with a pre-kindergarten curriculum. The programs are offered through the Wayzata Community Education department. Sites are located at each of the Wayzata School district's elementary sites. Registration requests must be submitted annually for attendance in the summer and/or school year programs. Acceptance is based upon the time of registration and site availability. Wait lists will be formed once a site reaches capacity. Please refer to the registration flyer and the Home Base website for further information. Priority registration: February 4, 2019 at 7:00 a.m. - February 8, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. (For current enrollees in any Home Base program component) WISHES offerings at Oakwood: New Youth and Adult Enrichment catalog is online now! Check out all our offerings!
Calendar Tuesday, January 29, 2019 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM Tuesday, February 5, 2019 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM |