Today, we observe Women’s Equality Day, honoring the 19th Amendment that granted women the right to vote. This milestone in history reminds us of the importance of equal rights for all.
📸 First Day of School 📸
We're thrilled to welcome everyone back for a new school year at Osky Schools! Let’s celebrate the start of this journey together by sharing your first day photos in the comments below. We can’t wait to see all those smiling faces and stylish outfits!
Drop your pics below 👇 and let's make it a great year! ✨
Families, please note that all students will be dismissed 60 minutes early today. ⏰
#ALLIN #OskyBuildsLeaders
Be sure to download the Osky Schools App to stay connected! You can view lunch menus, upload documents, and learn about school closures, right from your mobile device.
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
Want updates that are relevant to you? Follow your school campus on social media! These links will take you directly to the Facebook pages for each campus. 👇
OHS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Oskaloosa-High-School-100053445705248/
OMS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OskaloosaMiddleSchool/
OES Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Oskaloosa-Elementary-School-Official-100057634952450/
Oskaloosa Early Childhood Center / Preschool Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Oskaloosa-Early-Childhood-Center-OCSD-Preschool-100067459341183/
Need assistance with registering, paying fees, or logging into Infinite Campus? Your school office is here to support you!
Here’s the contact information for each campus:
✅OHS: 641-673-3407, ohs_office@oskycsd.org
✅OMS: 641-673-8308, oms_office@oskycsd.org
✅OES: 641-673-8092, oes_office@oskycsd.org
✅ECC: 641-676-7700, crilea@oskycsd.org
We are here to help students and families transition into the new school year! 🙂
Before classes start, please make sure you:
✅ Register for school
✅ Pay school fees
✅ Submit the Free & Reduced Meals application (if applicable)
✅ Log in and view your schedule for the school year
✅ Plan your Back-to-School Night
And don’t forget to mark the first day of school! Grades K-12 start on August 23, and preschool starts on September 3.
Find important dates in the academic calendar: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3806/OCSD/4575462/Oskaloosa_Academic_Calendar_24-25_v5.pdf
🎉 Exciting News: For the first time, the Oskaloosa School Board has appointed two student leaders to join the team!
Merek Padgett (senior) and Blake Herny (junior) will have a voice on every agenda item, bringing the student perspective to the table. Although they won't vote, their input will be valuable in shaping our school's future. We’re thrilled to see #OskyBuildsLeaders in action with this bold step!
Welcome, Merek and Blake. Let’s go #ALLIN for the 2024-25 school year! 🙌
Your child might qualify for free or reduced priced meals!
All families are welcome to apply for the State of Iowa’s Free and Reduced Meals Program. Complete the online application here: https://www.oskyschools.org/page/free-and-reduced-meals
You can also pick up a printed copy at your school office.
Back-to-School Nights are coming up next week! Check the schedule below for your child’s campus:
⭐Elementary – August 20, 4:30-6:00pm
⭐Middle School – August 21, 5:00-6:30pm
⭐High School – August 21, 5:30-7:00pm
⭐Preschool – August 29, 5:00-6:30pm
On August 21, the high school will also have its Freshman/New Student & Parent Orientation.
Check out our middle school and high school fall schedules by logging into Infinite Campus!
Student Portal: https://oskaloosaia.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/students/oskaloosa.jsp
Parent Portal: https://oskaloosaia.infinitecampus.org/campus/portal/parents/oskaloosa.jsp
As we celebrate International Youth Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to the individuals and organizations that uplift the kids, teens, and young adults in our community.
We appreciate your partnership and all you do for our students! 🌟
It is with a great deal of sadness that we share that four Osky retired teachers/staff have recently passed away.
Skip Maas, Diana Meredith, Cliff VandeWall, and Harold Westra will be deeply missed by our community.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the families and friends during this difficult time.
August 9 is Book Lovers Day! 📚❤️
Books have the power to enlighten, entertain, and inspire us. Today is the perfect day to appreciate the joys of reading. What book has been your favorite escape recently?
Every school year brings up many questions: When do classes begin? When do we have early dismissals? Which days do we have off?
Find answers in the 2024-25 academic calendar! Here’s the link: https://bit.ly/osky2425
All Osky community members are invited to the Oskaloosa Middle School Renovation Open House!
🗓 Tuesday, August 13
🕔 5:00 - 6:00 pm
📍 Oskaloosa Middle School (1704 N 3rd St, Oskaloosa, IA)
Join us to tour the current facilities, learn about Phase 1 of the renovation process, and discover the exciting updates planned for the building. We look forward to seeing you there!
August is National Truancy Prevention Month. 🤝
Consistent attendance helps students build strong academic foundations and develop important social skills. By being in school every day, students are more likely to succeed in the future.
Parents and guardians, your support is vital. Join us as we make attendance a priority this school year!
August is Get Ready for Kindergarten Month, and we’re thrilled to see our kindergarten students transition into this exciting chapter in their journeys! 🎒
Parents, you are more than welcome to reach out with questions. Our teachers and staff are ready to support you every step of the way!
Family week is here!
Now through August 4 is Iowa's statewide non-contact period for high school activities.
Enjoy the time off!
There’s always something fun to do in Oskaloosa! Discover local, family-friendly events by checking out the Virtual Backpack. 🎒
To browse the Virtual Backpack, visit www.oskyschools.org, then select OCSD Backpack under the Parent tab.
Organizations can submit their event flyers at https://tinyurl.com/24mztee9.
Summer Reading Tip: Start a family book club! 📚
Pick a book that sparks interest across all ages, then set aside time to read and discuss it together. This can give the family a chance to connect and explore each other’s perspectives!
