Oskaloosa Schools

☀️ Oskaloosa Elementary’s Countdown to SUMMER is here! 🎉 We’ve got a fun-filled final week of school planned, with a special theme each day as we count down to summer break! Here’s what to expect: 📅 Tuesday, May 20 – School Spirit Day Wear your Osky gear and show your school pride! 📅 Wednesday, May 21 – Unwind Day Get comfy! Wear your favorite cozy clothes and relax. 📅 Thursday, May 22 – Mismatch Day The wackier, the better! Wear a mismatched outfit to school. 📅 Friday, May 23 – Movie Day Enjoy a fun movie in class! 📅 Tuesday, May 27 – Extreme FUN Day It’s Fun Day! Get ready for activities, laughter, and lots of fun. 📅 Wednesday, May 28 – Ready for Summer It’s the last day of school—let’s celebrate the start of summer! 🌈☀️

It's Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week, and we’re celebrating the incredible educators who go #ALLIN every single day for our students and school community! 🍎 Thank you for your passion, dedication, and leadership. You inspire, guide, and help shape tomorrow’s leaders. We appreciate you! 🫶 #OskyBuildsLeaders

OMS 8th graders from Team 7/8 had a great time connecting and sharing conversations while enjoying pizza at Lunches with Logan! 🌟🍕

Did you know you can submit a free and reduced meal application anytime during the school year? This application helps determine eligibility for free or reduced-priced school meals, ensuring your child has access to nutritious food at school. Apply now at www.oskyschools.org/page/free-and-reduced-meals or pick up an application at any Oskaloosa School office. Don’t hesitate—if you think you might qualify, it’s worth applying!

Our next Osky Ovation features Rachel Brown, Swim Team Coach and 3rd grade teacher. Rachel shared the success and growth of the OHS Swim Team. 👏 Thank you for sharing, Rachel!

Our parking lots will be glowing for St. Patrick’s Day! The festive colors will shine green and white until March 24—celebrating the spirit of the season. 🍀💚

We’re excited to launch Osky Ovation, a new way to celebrate the positive impact happening across Oskaloosa Schools! 🎉 Our first Osky Ovation features Hayley Konek, Behavior Leadership Coach at OES. Hayley shared how proactive strategies and strong leadership are shaping a positive school culture. 👏 Stay tuned for more!

Congratulations to our 2025 Herald Readers Choice Award Winners! 🏆 Spirit Café was voted Best Locally Owned Restaurant and Best Sub/Sandwich Shop! 🏆 Molly Pettyjohn was voted the Best Teacher! Cory Sheeley came in 2nd and Carrie Knox Bihn took 3rd for Best Teacher. Way to represent Oskaloosa Schools!

Families, you have to keep up with so much, including sports, rehearsals, conferences—the list goes on. That becomes way easier when you download the Osky App! 📲 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

REMINDER: Today is our usual early-out Wednesday. We will have a 60-minute early release today. ⏰

PLEASE NOTE: There will be no school for Osky students on Friday, February 21, or Monday, February 24. ✍️

It’s National FFA Week! 🎉 This week, we’re spotlighting the many students who are shaping the future of agriculture. Their hard work and passion will lead to the innovations of tomorrow! 🚜

On National School Resource Officers Appreciation Day, we're taking a moment to thank Officer Nord for his dedication to creating a safe and welcoming learning environment at Oskaloosa Schools. Thank you for all you do! 🙏

Everyone gets sick sometimes. When that’s the case, we encourage students to stay home and rest up. 🤧 At the same time, consistent attendance is incredibly important. If your student is feeling well, make sure they are here and ready to learn. We don’t want them to miss out!

Shake off those winter blues by diving into our Virtual Backpack! You’ll discover lots of fun things to do, both at school and in the community. Visit www.oskyschools.org, then select OCSD Backpack under the Parent tab. 🎒 Do you run a local organization? We’ll promote your events for you! Submit event flyers at https://tinyurl.com/24mztee9.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day 2025 with our delicious pink frosted sugar cookies and fan-favorite Monster Cookies! 🍪 Cookies are $3.50 each with special packaging for ½ dozen and dozen orders. Pre-orders are due by Tuesday, February 11, at 2:00pm. Order form: https://forms.gle/3NgUkfmHmorAde47A. Treat yourself or surprise someone special! 💕

A huge thank you to everyone who voted in the 2025 Herald Readers Choice Awards! Your support means the world to us. We’re so proud of our nominees: Molly Pettyjohn, Carrie Knox Bihn, Cory Sheely, Spirit Café, and Oskaloosa Band Boosters! ✨

Happy National School Counseling Week! 🎉 We celebrate our school counselors who support, guide, and empower students every day! From academic advice to emotional support, their impact is immeasurable. Thank you, school counselors, for all you do! ✨

The OHS Concert Choir, Chamber Choir, and 7th & 8th Grade Choir are excited to present their 2nd Trimester Concert on Thursday, February 20! The concert will start at 7:00pm in the George Daily Auditorium. 🎤 Come support our amazing choir students and enjoy a night of music. We hope to see you there! 🎶

Voting ends SOON for the 2025 Herald Readers Choice Awards! ⏳ 🏆 Best Teacher: Molly Pettyjohn (Elementary School) Carrie Knox Bihn (High School) Cory Sheely (High School) 🏆 Spirit Cafe: Best Locally Owned Restaurant Best Sub/Sandwich Shop 🏆 Non-Profit: Oskaloosa Band Boosters Voting closes February 7. Vote here: https://www.oskaloosa.com/readers-choice/#//