The 2024-25 school calendar is available on our website! Be sure to mark important dates—including the first day of school on August 23. ✍️
Access the calendar here: https://bit.ly/oskycalendar2425
Over the weekend, 7 Osky students flew to Albuquerque, New Mexico, to attend the Vision Leadership Conference, the National Conference for Student Council Leaders, at Rio Rancho High School! Another Osky student flew in from Spain and joined for the conference as well. #ALLIN #OskyBuildsLeaders
Explore the summer reading programs available at your local library! 📚
There are programs designed for both kids and teens. Check them out at https://www.oskaloosalibrary.org/.
Introducing Osky Strength and Speed Apparel: Unleash Your Potential
Whether you're hitting the gym, pounding the pavement, or pushing your limits on the field, Osky Strength and Speed apparel can be your ultimate companion. Visit the online apparel store to explore our products.
🔗 Online Store: www.mcscreenprint.com/online-store/OSKY-STRENGTH-&-SPEED-c133638830
Hey, sports fans—there’s a lot of action taking place this summer! Make sure you don’t miss out on Osky athletics! 🥎⚾
View the full summer schedule: https://www.littlehawkeyeconference.com/public/genie/206/school/7/
📢 Attention All Junior and Senior Students 📢
Student School Board Member Positions - Now Accepting Applications
Our school board has agreed to create two new “student board member” seats. Serving as a student board member would put you at the table to give input on all decisions, give students more voice in our leadership decisions, and make sure we have student representation in all we do.
In this non-voting member position, you attend all board meetings and events, serve as an ambassador for the board, and provide input so the board can make the wisest decisions. You’ll receive an amazing experience, leadership development, and a major point of pride on your resume.
To learn more, read the job description for expectations and job duties.
🔗 https://docs.google.com/document/d/1or5KxcLlWotmUxfYIt3xxGXFNT1eQdCj/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=105391260316145255438&rtpof=true&sd=true
To apply, please send your letter of interest to Mike Fisher at fisherm@oskycsd.org.
Applications are due on June 21 at 4:00 pm.
Over the weekend, our students in Spain visited the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. They did a photo contest, but the results are pending. The group also toured the cities of Burgos and Segovia, which included stops at the Alcázar and the Burgos Cathedral. It was a weekend filled with unforgettable experiences and new insights into Spanish art and culture!
We’d like to wish all the dads and father figures in the Oskaloosa Schools community a Happy Father’s Day! 🙌
⚽️ Join the Des Moines Menace Soccer Club for Mini-Pitch Monday on June 24, from 3:00-5:00pm for a fun soccer session! Meet the team, play the game, and enjoy the experience.
📍 Oskaloosa Elementary Mini-Pitch: 1801 Orchard Ave, Oskaloosa, IA 52577
See you there!
Our OHS students arrived in Madrid and kicked things off with a lunch! 🍽️ Then, we made our way to the Museo Nacional del Prado.
Dr. Timothy Foster recommended key artists and famous pieces for the students to find. On the list: Goya’s Black Paintings, Bosch’s The Garden of Earthly Delights, El Greco, and the New/Lost Caravaggio: Ecce Homo. 🎨🔍
Some of the students even had their first Spanish grocery store adventure! 🛒🇪🇸
On Flag Day, we commemorate the day our nation’s flag, the Stars and Stripes, was officially adopted in 1777. It’s a symbol of freedom that unites us all! 🇺🇸
You can read more about the significance of Flag Day at https://www.loc.gov/item/today-in-history/june-14/.
Oskaloosa Schools' parking lots will be lit up in honor of Father's Day now through June 17! 💙
Hey, parents and local organizations! Did you know about the Oskaloosa Virtual Backpack? It's a great way to stay updated on community happenings! 🎒
Parents, visit www.oskyschools.org -> Parent tab -> OCSD Backpack.
Local organizations can submit event flyers and info here: https://tinyurl.com/24mztee9
Mark your calendars for key dates in the upcoming school year! Our 2024-25 Academic Calendar is available on our website. 🗓️
View and bookmark the calendar here: https://bit.ly/oskycalendar2425
🏈 Get your 2024 Oskaloosa Football apparel now! Show your support and gear up for the season. Orders are due by June 11!
🔗 Order here: https://oskyfootball24.itemorder.com/shop/sale/
#ALLIN
Don't miss out! 📣 Annual Registration at Oskaloosa Schools for 2024-25 is now open!
Whether you're already part of our Osky family or new to the district, registration is conveniently available online! 💻 Get started by clicking the link below: https://bit.ly/OskyRegistration
Exciting opportunities await new families and those open-enrolling! Schedule a family tour to experience our dedicated #ALLIN Osky team and our commitment to excellence: https://bit.ly/3PCluTa
At Osky, We Build Leaders! 💪
🏀 Oskaloosa Youth Open Gym 🏀
Calling all boys in 2nd grade through incoming 8th graders! Join us for our Summer Skills Work and 3v3 League starting June 17th. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn fundamental basketball skills, enhance your abilities, and build confidence in a fun and positive environment.
➡️ Interested? Complete the form before June 17th by scanning the QR code on the flyer.
Have you downloaded our app? With calendars, announcements, and updates all in one place, you can stay in the know between now and the first day of the 2024-25 school year! 📱
iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/oskaloosa-community-schools/id1524263227
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.oskaloosacsd&pli=1
🥪🍎 Oskaloosa Summer Lunch Program 🍎🥪
We're excited to announce the Oskaloosa Summer Lunch Program, which provides free meals to children age 18 and under. Distribution will take place every Wednesday from June 5 to July 31.
Let's ensure every child has access to nutritious meals this summer. Spread the word and join us!
✨ Third time's the charm, right?!?
⚾ Oskaloosa Baseball Ribbon Cutting - Rescheduled to June 3
We have rescheduled the Baseball Ribbon Cutting for Monday, June 3, at 5:15 PM. The event will take place rain or shine! In case of inclement weather, we will move the celebration to the high school spectator gym.
➡️ Join us for this exciting event as we celebrate our new baseball facilities!
