It is American Education Week! We want to send a big THANK YOU to teachers & parents for prioritizing education this year as we navigate uncharted territory with COVID-19. And, let's not forget our rockstar students who have adapted to change! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
November is Native American Heritage Month. President Ronald Reagan first proclaimed one week in November as "American Indian Week" in 1986. And in 1990, President George H.W. Bush was the first to designate November as "National American Indian Heritage Month."
CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs. Liddell, our Oakbrooke November Teacher of the Month!!!! We are so proud of her work with our 3rd grade students in teaching Literacy! She and her students scored the #1 spot in PCSSD for our 1st formative assessment test in Literacy! Way to inspire and teach our Bobcats, Mrs. Liddell!!
Oakbrooke Elementary will host a Family Night at American Pie Pizza next Wednesday (Nov. 18) from 5-9 p.m. Be sure to mention "Oakbrooke" so we get 10% off each sale!
Today is Young Readers Day, which recognizes the joys and benefits of reading. Books open a world of imagination and knowledge to readers every day and it is important we instill a love of reading into our children at an early age. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
November is Child Safety Protection Month. The Centers for Disease Control reports children between ages 1-4 have the highest rate of poisoning. Parents should keep cleaning supplies and medications are put away and out of the reach of children. #pcssdproud #equiityandexcellence
November is Native American Heritage Month. The U.S. government recognizes nearly 600 Indian tribes in the contiguous 48 states and Alaska. Several rituals are tribe specific, but some cross tribe boundaries, including pow wows, the stomp dance, and drum circles.
PCSSD is lucky to have so many amazing teacher librarians across the district. Thank you to each one of them (not all pictured) for doing "virtually anything" for our schools, staff and students! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Oakbrook Elementary teachers used Answer Garden during Red Ribbon Week. This year’s theme was “Be happy. Be brave. Be drug free.” Visit www.pcssd.org/article/344187?org=pcssd to see more from the students. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
Several elementary schools held mock elections last week to teach students about registering to vote and casting their ballot. Check out these pictures of students learning about their civic duty: http://ow.ly/CxJt50Cbzon
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Oakbrooke Elementary online book fair begins Nov. 9 - Nov. 22. Items ship to your home! Spend $25 in books and get free shipping! Visit https://www.scholastic.com/bf/oakbrookeelemsch to begin shopping! Thank you for visiting our virtual book fair this year!
Reminder! There is no school tomorrow (Friday, November 6). It is a Flex/Professional Development day for teachers. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
October is National Adoption Awareness Month. To learn more about adoption, check out the Arkansas Department of Human Services Division of Children & Family Services. The agency works tirelessly to ensure all Arkansas children have a safe and stable home every day.
EXCITING NEWS!!! Save the date for Wed., Nov. 11 as Oakbrooke Day at the Museum of Discovery from 12 noon-5:00 p.m. This is for all Oakbrooke families whether traditional, blended, or virtual. This is a free program for our families and special events are planned at the Museum.
Reminder: No school this Friday, November 6, due to PCSSD Professional Development Day. This is for all students: traditional, blended, and virtual.
Today is Election Day! Don't forget to cast your vote and make your voice heard!
The Scholastic Book Store is going virtual this year. Over 6,000 items are available to be shipped to your home, with purchases benefiting Oakbrooke Elementary. Visit www.scholastic.com/bf/oakbrookeelemsch to get started!
Happy Halloween!
Don't forget, we get an extra hour of sleep tonight! Daylight saving time ends 2 a.m. tonight, so set your clocks back before you go to bed!
Happy Halloween from Principal Dr. Truslow and Assistant Principal Ms. Dukes!
