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


🎃 REMINDER: Join us for a Pumpkin Giveaway hosted by The Austin Norris Edward Jones Office and his team to spread some fall cheer to our little ones at Oskaloosa Early Childhood Center and Oskaloosa Elementary School! 🍂
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 3
🗺️ Location: Edward Jones - Austin Norris (716 A Avenue)
🕒 Time: 3:30 - 6:00 p.m.
💰 Price: FREE
Any OECC or OES student who stops by with their parent/guardian will receive a FREE pumpkin purchased locally at Stam Garden Center & Nursery! 🌱🧡 A HUGE shoutout to Austin Norris and his team, Jill Keller and Dena Huelsman, for this wonderful gesture of community support. Let's make this autumn extra special for our kids! 🍁


Did you know? Addressing chronic absence is a key component of improving graduation rates, increasing academic achievement, and giving young people the best chance at success in their adult life. 📚✨
Oskaloosa Schools is proud to recognize #AttendanceAwarenessMonth. Let’s make a difference in our community! 🌟
To learn more about attendance and access resources, please visit https://www.attendanceworks.org/.
🔔 As a reminder, we want to make sure you're informed about your child's attendance. If your student is absent from school and you haven't called in, we'll do our best to notify you in the morning. However, please understand that depending on the number of absent students, you may receive a call later in the morning.


We have an immediate opening for a High School Color Guard Coach! Check out this job posting and others at http://www.oskyjobs.com.


Registration is now OPEN for OBC’s Winter Skills Academy! 🏀❄️
From November through January, boys and girls in grades 1-2 can hone their basketball skills in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. All students need to bring is a ball!
🗓️ When: Tuesdays & Fridays, 5:00-6:00pm
🏫 Where: Oskaloosa Elementary Gym
🧒 Who: Boys and girls in 1st/2nd grade
💲 Cost: $80/participant
Register by October 30: https://www.oskybasketballclub.com/registration
Questions? Email us at mcgeee@oskycsd.org.


🔍 Looking for something fun to do with the family? Check out the Oskaloosa Virtual Backpack! 🎒🖥️
Explore community-wide events by going to www.oskyschools.org and selecting OCSD Backpack under the Parents tab.
Local organizations can submit their event flyers to https://tinyurl.com/24mztee9.


🍂🎃 Mark your calendars for a fantastic Fall STEAM Fest hosted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach on Sunday, October 1, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. 🍁
Get ready for a day of fun, learning, and excitement for the entire family! From fun STEAM activities to crafts, pumpkin games, food, and much more, there’s something for everyone!
The first 200 young attendees will receive a FREE pumpkin! 🎃 Check out the flyer for more details — don't miss out on this amazing event!


Osky has a NEW app! 📱🎉 Get the latest news, events, menus, and reminders right at your fingertips. Available for iPhone AND Android users!
👉 Apple: https://tinyurl.com/yck2u66s
👉 Android: https://tinyurl.com/mwa52hn6


Today is Picture Day for Oskaloosa Middle School students! 😄📸 Elementary families, your students will have their Picture Day on Tuesday, September 26.


📚🎒 Wondering how to support your children's school engagement? 🤔 In honor of Attendance Awareness Month, we've got you covered with tips for student success!
Help your child stay engaged by:
1️⃣ Checking in on their class experience and safety.
2️⃣ Addressing any behavioral or discipline issues with the school's help.
3️⃣ Keeping tabs on their academic progress and staying in touch with teachers.
4️⃣ Foster positive social connections.
5️⃣ Encourage participation in meaningful after-school activities.
6️⃣ Be mindful of signs of anxiety and offer support.
🔔 Important Announcement: We want to make sure you're informed about your child's attendance. If your student is absent from school and you haven't called in, we'll do our best to notify you in the morning. However, please understand that depending on the number of absent students, you may receive a call later in the morning.
Let's empower our students for a successful journey! 🌟 To learn more about attendance and access resources, please visit https://www.attendanceworks.org/ #AttendanceMatters


📣 ATTENTION: All Oskaloosa Schools will dismiss 60 minutes early today (September 20) to make time for professional development.


Parents, consider setting a regular schedule to declutter and reorganize backpacks with your kids. It's an engaging activity that also promotes health and safety, which is especially relevant on National School Backpack Awareness Day! 🎒
Find more tips: https://www.nsc.org/community-safety/safety-topics/child-safety/backpack-safety-for-kids


🎃 Join us for a Pumpkin Giveaway hosted by Edward Jones Advisor Austin Norris to spread some fall cheer to our little ones at Oskaloosa Early Childhood Center and Oskaloosa Elementary School! 🍂
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 3
🗺️ Location: Edward Jones - Austin Norris (716 A Avenue)
🕒 Time: 3:30 - 6:00 p.m.
💰 Price: FREE
Any OECC or OES student who stops by with their parent/guardian will receive a FREE pumpkin from Stam Garden Center & Nursery! 🌱🧡 A HUGE shoutout to Austin Norris for this wonderful gesture of community support. Let's make this autumn extra special for our kids! 🍁


Happy IT Professionals Day! We want to send a special thank you to the members of our IT team, who do amazing things to keep our technology up and running so we can provide 21st learning opportunities to our students.
Thank you to IT Director Shari Hankins-Barnhart and our Computer Systems Technicians, David Gleason and Aaron Greene!
We appreciate all they do! 🖥️


📚✨ It's Attendance Awareness Month, and we're on a mission to ensure every student thrives! Here's how you can make a difference:
1️⃣ Talk to your child about the importance of showing up to school every day.
2️⃣ Help them stick to daily routines - homework and quality sleep matter!
3️⃣ Avoid scheduling non-emergency medical appointments during school hours.
4️⃣ Keep your student healthy!
🤒 If your child is sick, ensure they reach out to teachers for missed resources. Remember: If your student is absent from school and you haven't called in, we'll do our best to notify you in the morning. However, please understand that depending on the number of absent students, you may receive a call later in the morning.
Let's boost attendance and educational success together! To learn more about attendance and access resources, please visit https://www.attendanceworks.org/


We have an immediate opening for a Special Education Strategist! Check out this job posting and others at http://www.oskyjobs.com.


REMINDER: 🏀 The OBC Winter Skills Academy is Your Path to Basketball Excellence! 🏀
Unlock your basketball potential this winter with the OBC Winter Skills Academy! Designed for boys and girls in grades 1-2, our program is dedicated to taking your fundamental basketball skills to new heights during the season.
📅 Season/Sessions: November - January (Games on Saturdays in January)
🏀 Practices: Tuesdays and Fridays, 5-6 p.m.
📍 Location: Oskaloosa Elementary Gym
👦👧 Age Groups: Boys and Girls in 1st and 2nd grade
💲 Cost: $80 — register on our website, or make checks payable to Oskaloosa Basketball Club
🏀 Players must bring their own basketball!
Secure your spot before October 30:
https://www.oskybasketballclub.com/registration\. For inquiries and to learn more, connect with us at mcgeee@oskycsd.org. See you this winter! ❄️


Introducing the Osky Schools App! 📱✨ It’s a must-have resource packed with news, downloads, event calendars, and more. The app is available for both iPhone and Android users!
Apple: https://tinyurl.com/yck2u66s
Android: https://tinyurl.com/mwa52hn6


Hey Osky families! 👋 Check out the Oskaloosa Virtual Backpack, an online hub where you can discover family-friendly, community-wide events. Visit www.oskyschools.org and select OCSD Backpack under the Parents tab.
Are you part of a local organization? Submit your event flyer to https://tinyurl.com/24mztee9.


Osky is proud to recognize Hispanic Heritage Month! 🇪🇸🇲🇽🇵🇷 September 15 through October 15 is a time to learn, share, and appreciate the beauty of our differences. 🌎
