Oskaloosa Schools

During Dental Health Month, let’s prioritize our smiles! Remember to brush twice daily, floss regularly, and schedule those essential dental checkups to keep your teeth and gums happy and healthy. 🪥🦷 Find more tips: https://www.cdc.gov/oralhealth/basics/childrens-oral-health/index.html

We’re celebrating Public Schools Week! We’d like to express our gratitude for our outstanding teachers, devoted staff, excellent students, engaged parents, and our community at large. Your support is helping guide our leaders of the future! Thanks to you, Osky is a truly amazing place to be. 🙏

Oskaloosa Schools is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive! Happy Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day! Let's inspire the engineers of tomorrow, together. 🚀

This month, we proudly recognize Black History Month as we learn about and explore the positive contributions of African Americans throughout our history and society. We appreciate the opportunity to observe this month in partnership with our community.

Happy Engineers Week! We're passionate about empowering students to explore their potential in engineering and other STEM fields, where their ideas and innovations can change the world for the better. 🌍 Students, we encourage you to start exploring these careers today!

‼️ SAVE THE DATE ‼️ 🎓 Oskaloosa Preschool Commitment Night 🎓 📅 April 2 🕰️ 5:30 - 7:00 PM 📍 Oskaloosa Early Childhood Center We'll discuss the plans for the 2024-25 academic year at the Oskaloosa Early Childhood Center. Students who will be 4 years old by September 15 are eligible for 4-year-old preschool. We also want to know of families who are interested in full-day preschool. 📌 Please RSVP here: https://bit.ly/OskyPreschool

National FFA Week is a reminder that agriculture isn't just a career—it's a way of life. We're excited to support our Oskaloosa FFA members as they shape the future of farming and beyond. 🚜 This week, Oskaloosa will be celebrating with dress up days and activities. They will also be hosting FFA Sub-Districts today! Follow them on Facebook to stay up-to-date and get involved: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550075254567

Is your child entering kindergarten in the 2024-25 school year? Dive into a world of possibilities at Oskaloosa Elementary School, where students are known! 🌟🎒 Complete our brief form to tell us more about your child. Once we receive your submission, you’ll get an exclusive invitation to our Kindergarten Family Connection Night on April 4 and Kindergarten Step Up Days in May. 🗓️ Start the journey here: https://bit.ly/OskyKdg2425 We're excited to embark on an educational adventure with you and your child! 🌟

Happy Random Acts of Kindness Day! Thank you to all our students for your ongoing acts of kindness and support in making our school community a better place. Let's continue to lift each other up! 🤝

Show your #OskyPride and help us congratulate these three individuals on their recent awards from the Mahaska Chamber! 🏆 2023 Educator of the Year 🏆 Jason Maddy, Student Success Coach, Oskaloosa Middle School  Jason joined Oskaloosa Schools in 2007 as a history teacher. Because of his ability to develop relationships to ensure student success in the classroom and in life, he transitioned to Student Success Coach in 2018. In his role, Jason provides integrated social, emotional, and academic support to students who have a rough go in school or life. Congratulations Jason! 🏆 2023 Student of the Year 🏆 Addison McKain, Oskaloosa High School Addison will graduate from OHS in May 2024. During her high school career, she has maintained a lofty GPA and is on track to acquire nearly 30 college credits prior to graduation. In addition, Addison is involved in volleyball, softball, student council, and Youth for Christ. She has represented Oskaloosa as an IHSAA Boys State Basketball Tournament Ambassador for the last 3 years. Congratulations Addison! 🏆 2023 Business Person of the Year 🏆 Matt Sherlock, PGA Professional Edmunson & Harvest Point Golf Courses Matt has been in the golf business his entire working life and has been a Class A PGA member for the last 12 years. Today, as a successful PGA Pro, Matt runs the 9-hole Harvest Point Golf Course and the 18-hole Edmundson Golf Course in Oskaloosa. Outside of golf, Matt has volunteered within Oskaloosa Schools, most recently being elected to the OCSD School Board. Congratulations Matt! Read more about their awards here: www.mahaskachamber.org/blog/chamber_recognizes_2023_community_award_winners/

The Oskaloosa Schools has named Sarah McGriff as the district’s new director of finance, effective February 26. McGriff brings a wealth of experience and a strong educational background to her new role. Most recently serving as an accountant for the City of Ottumwa, she also held the position of business manager/board secretary at the North Mahaska CSD from 2020 to 2023. “I am thrilled to be joining the team at Oskaloosa Schools,” McGriff said. “The district has a wonderful story to tell of their dedication to student success and wellbeing, and I look forward to being a part of that from within the business office.” Read more: www.oskyschools.org/article/1461968

The Oskaloosa High School and Middle School invites you to the 2nd Trimester Choir Concert on February 20! There will be over 100 students participating in the concert at 7pm in the George Daily Auditorium. Admission is FREE, but there will be a chance for you to show support with a free will donation. Your generosity, big or small, helps us continue to provide exceptional music education experiences for our students. Our students have dedicated many hours to preparing for this concert, and we can't wait to share their hard work and talent with you. See you there!

On this National School Resource Officers Appreciation Day, we want to recognize Officer Logan Nord! He plays a key role in keeping our schools safe and supportive. Please join us in thanking him for everything he does! 🌟

⚾️ SAVE THE DATE ⚾️ The OHS baseball team is proud to announce their upcoming opportunity to showcase their talent at Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, dubbed "Swing for the Arch," is scheduled to take place on June 8, 2024. The entire Oskaloosa community is invited to come out and support the Indians. Fans can expect an exhilarating day of baseball, highlighted by the opportunity to witness the next generation of stars compete at Busch Stadium. Tickets will be available in the next few weeks and will be $35 each, which includes entry to the MLB game and the high school game. 📢 Stay tuned for more information! 📢 For more information about "Swing for the Arch," visit www.oskyschools.org/o/ohs/article/1461526.

Happy Valentine's Day! We hope you have a wonderful day. ❤️

Our free Osky app can help you keep track of calendars, menus, and district updates. Head over to your app store to download! 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

Is your little one gearing up for kindergarten in the 2024-25 school year? Consider enrolling them at Oskaloosa Elementary School, where leaders are made! 🎒✨ Fill out our quick form to share some details about your child. Once we have your info, we'll send you all the details for our Kindergarten Family Connection Night on April 4 and our Kindergarten Step Up Days in May. 📅 Complete the form now: https://bit.ly/OskyKdg2425 We can’t wait to connect with you and your little learner! ✨

As we recognize Career and Technical Education Month, we invite students to explore the many career development opportunities available through Oskaloosa Schools. Discover in-demand jobs, gain valuable hands-on experience, and set the stage for a future career that ignites your passion! 🩺🏗️

Oskaloosa School lights will be shining brightly in red and pink hues to celebrate Valentine's Day! Spread the love and share the joy as we illuminate the parking lot with the colors of kindness and friendship! ❤️🩷🫶🏼

The Orchestra Concert featuring students in 4th-6th grade and high school is scheduled for Thursday, February 15th. The concert will begin at 7:00 pm in the George Daily Auditorium. All are welcome to attend! Don't miss your chance to support our musicians and the Oskaloosa Orchestra Department. A free-will donation will be collected, and every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference!