Oak Grove News

Message from the Principal

What a week celebrating and recognizing our students! The K-2, 3-5, and 6-8 Soaring Eagles! assemblies were a hit including a performance from the symphonic band, appearances by the eagle mascot, and lots of fun games that both students and staff took part in. We love finding ways to recognize all the good that our students do on a daily basis, and we are so proud of their accomplishments. Keep it up, Grovers!

Eagle Mascot Logo
The votes are in! Please watch this video for the official unveiling of our new school mascot logo. Thanks to all the students and staff that participated in this school wide event.

Veterans Day Celebration
We will be honoring Veterans and current service members at our annual Veterans Day celebration this Friday, November 10. The ceremony will begin at 9:00 am and will be followed by refreshments and an opportunity to explore the Historical Artifact Museum organized by the eighth grade students. If you are planning to attend, please RSVP using this link.  This event is open to veterans, service members, and their families. The event will also be live streamed for those not able to attend; please see the Oak Grove website for the link the morning of the event. All students are encouraged to wear red, white and blue to celebrate this special day. 

Parent/Teacher Conferences
Oak Grove will be holding parent/teacher conferences on Monday, Nov. 20 and Tuesday, Nov. 21. Conferences are 10-minutes long and are available virtually or in-person. The schedule is as follows:
November 20 (VIRTUAL) from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
November 20 (IN PERSON) from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
November 21 (VIRTUAL) from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM 

Parents will receive login information and a parent guide to the conference platform we use (Meet The Teacher) on Tuesday, November 7th. If you do not receive an email with your login codes by noon on Tuesday, Nov. 7th, please contact Dave Huber at huber@ogschool.org.

The window to schedule conferences is from Wednesday, Nov. 8th at 8:30 am to Friday, Nov. 17 at noon. Conferences are booked on a first-come, first-served basis. Please contact Dave Huber at huber@ogschool.org if you have any questions about scheduling a conference.

Chess Club - New Registration! 
Chess club has a Winter 2023-24 Session 2.  Chess Club is on Wednesdays from 3:15 - 4:15 pm.  There is a flier in the Virtual Backpack for dates of the new session and signup.  The winter session begins December 13 and runs through the end of February.   

Battle of the Books Reminder:
Fourth-Eighth grade students who signed up for The Battle of the Books: remember the Battles begin March 11, 2024. This gives you four more months to read your four assigned books! Keep reading - Don’t let your team down! If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Osterman at osterman@ogschool.org. 

Student Council Collection - November
Oak Grove Student Council will be collecting gently used clothing for our Tree Machine during the month of November. We ask that all students bring in one gently used article of clothing to their homeroom. The Student Council will come around and collect the items for our Tree Machine that is located outside of the school building. Thank you so much for your support. 

Mental Health Minute
The theme for November is Empathy. Empathy is an important interpersonal skill that is defined as understanding how other people feel even when they don't feel the same way as themselves. Studies have shown that genuine empathy begins to develop in children as young as two years old. During preschool, a child’s ability to empathize with others grows. Listening skills, responding to others’ feelings, understanding of different feelings, and friendships develop. 

Important Dates
11/9/23- Early Release, students dismissed at 1:00 pm
11/10/23 - Veterans Day Celebration (more details to come)
11/13/23-11/16/23 - K-5 Scholastic Book Fair
11/14/23 Board of Education Meeting; COW 6:00 pm, and Regular Meeting 7:15 pm in the JH Cafe.  
11/15/23 Report cards go home
11/17/23: Conference Sign-Up ends at noon
11/20/23-11/21/23: Parent teacher conferences 
11/22/23 - 11/24/23: Thanksgiving Break - no school

Athletics
Looking for information about upcoming games or events? Please check the Oak Grove Athletics Calendar

Curriculum Corner

   Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee - Family Survey
During the 2020-21 school year, Oak Grove families, students and staff were asked for their feedback in regards to equity and inclusion practices at Oak Grove. The information shared from the survey helped to guide the mission, vision and focus of the current DEI committee. We are reaching out to our families, staff and students again to complete the survey in order to see the impact of our efforts over the past two years and develop future areas of focus. Please take a moment to complete this survey by November 17. The DEI committee appreciates your time and values your feedback.

Report Cards
Trimester 1 report cards will be emailed home on Wednesday, November 15.

PTO News

Fall in Love with Reading
The K-5 Book Fair is next week in the Jr High Library! Mark your calendar for November 13-16. The Book Fair Website has everything you need to get your kids ready! Set up eWallet accounts, shop online and put together your wishlists.

We are still looking for volunteers! If you are interested in helping out please sign-up soon to get your preferred time. View the class shopping schedule here. **Please note that 4th & 5th grade students shop with their ELA teacher - please see their schedule for their shopping date/time.

Book Fair Family Night is Wednesday, November 15 from 4-7 pm. It’s a great opportunity to shop together with your students. All purchases from the Book Fair support the PTO and benefit our school so thank you in advance for your support. While you are there, be sure to check out the teachers’ wish list baskets and help them grow their classroom libraries! You can also add money to your teachers’ eWallets using this link. Happy Reading!

Community Give Back
Our Fall Community Gives Back event  is coming up on November 15, 5:30-7:00 and we need your participation. Families will be helping the homeless kids of Lake County by assembling breakfast bags for Fill a Heart 4 Kids. Donations are also needed to supply the breakfast bags. Sign up HERE. If you have questions, please reach out to Ashley Wilson.

OGS Winter Market
Mark your calendar for Saturday, December 2 from 9 am-12 pm for the annual OGS Winter Market. If you aren’t familiar with this tradition it includes a Secret Shopping Village for students, booths featuring local makers/sellers & yummy treats and hot beverages. The Secret Shopping village is a fun way for students to shop for family and friends in secrecy for all gifting occasions. This year we are partnering with our Duck Donuts and pre-sale ordering information will be available soon. If you are a maker/seller and would like a booth at the event, or if you have any other questions or would like to volunteer, please contact Kate Byers.

Cub Scout Holiday Wreath Fundraiser
Cub Scout Pack 194’s wreath fundraiser is here, and we have the most beautiful wreaths to spruce up your holiday decor. Available with red or black ribbon. To order, please contact Katie Bubash.

Wreath Features:

• High quality, faux floral that will last year after year
• 24” diameter with a sturdy metal frame
• Price: $100. All proceeds go towards Oak Grove Cub Scout Pack 194. Help support our pack this holiday season! Shipping is available for an additional charge.