Oakdale is so fortunate to have two amazing school counselors, Mrs. McCarty and Mrs. Sizemore! 💛✨
They are the warm encouragers of Oakdale—making sure every student feels seen, valued, and heard. 🌟
During National School Counselors Appreciation Week, we want to say a big THANK YOU for your constant support, encouragement, and for reminding us daily of the power of kindness in our world. 💐💙
#SchoolCounselorAppreciationWeek #ThankYouCounselors #OakdaleFamily #KindnessMatters #StudentSupport #ProudtoBeaRocket 🚀💛

Oakdale Community,
As we begin our search for our school's next leader, community input is valued and will play a meaningful role in the search.
This is a reminder that a community listening session will be held TOMORROW, Thursday, February 5, at 6 p.m. in the Fine Arts building to provide an opportunity for in-person feedback and discussion. We invite all stakeholders to share their thoughts and feedback.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we work together to select the next leader for Oakdale Public School.
Sincerely,
Oakdale Board of Education

📸🌸 Spring Picture Day is Almost Here! 🌸📸
Spring Pictures will be taken next Wednesday!
You can purchase photos ahead of time using the direct link below, and a digital flyer is also available for more details.
📷 Don’t forget to dress your best and get those smiles ready!
🔗Spring Picture Order Link


🏀 Last night, we honored our 8th-grade Rockets at their final regular-season home game.
This season required perseverance, commitment, and showing up even when it was hard. These players continued to work, compete, and support one another through challenges, and that effort matters.
We’re proud of how they represented Oakdale and wish them the best as they move forward. 🚀#ProudtobeaRocket
Time is almost up! ⏰Make sure your student has a keepsake filled with special moments, classmates, and memories from this school year.
🗓 Yearbook orders close January 31. We don’t want anyone to miss out on capturing this year’s memories.
👉 Order Here: Yearbook Order LINK SCHOOL CODE: 21838
Questions? Please contact Julie Blevins at jblevins@oakdale.org.

Memories are being made every day at Oakdale—make sure you don’t miss them! Our yearbook is the perfect way to remember this school year, and ordering deadlines are quickly approaching. Don’t wait until it’s too late—secure your copy today!
ORDER DEADLINE-January 31
Order Here: Yearbook Order LINK School Code:21838
If you have any questions, please get in touch with Julie Blevins at jblevins@oakdale.org.

Don’t Forget Your Yearbook! 📘✨
The countdown is on to capture this year’s memories! From classroom moments to special events, this year’s memories deserve a spot on the shelf—don’t miss out!
📅Yearbook ordering closes January 31
👉Order Here: Yearbook Order LINK SCHOOL CODE: 21838
Questions? Please reach out to Julie Blevins at jblevins@oakdale.org.

We are making this decision out of an abundance of caution to ensure the safety of our students, families, and staff. We know that school closures can create challenges for families, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
We hope to see everyone back sometime next week. Until then, please stay safe and warm at home.











📚✨ Don’t Forget Your Yearbook! ✨📚
🗓️ Yearbook ordering closes January 31
🎨 Personalized yearbooks (name & icons) must be ordered by January 23
📸 Capture the memories—order yours before the deadline!
🔗 Order Here:
Yearbook Order LINK
❓ Questions? Reach out to Julie Blevins at jblevins@oakdale.org

🎒📅 Reminder! School resumes tomorrow, Tuesday, January 20.
Today we recognize Martin Luther King Jr. Day and celebrate his lasting impact.

No School Tomorrow in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
School will resume on Tuesday, January 20.

Our 8th-grade students continue the long-standing tradition of Book Buddies with their 1st-grade counterparts. We love seeing our oldest Rockets step into leadership roles—reading, mentoring, and setting wonderful examples of the importance of literacy in our daily lives.
Moments like these show what it truly means to be part of the Oakdale community. 🚀✨
#ProudtoBeaRocket #ReadersAreLeaders #RocketsREAD




LAST DAY to order Yearbooks will be JANUARY 31st!
LAST DAY for customized Yearbooks (Name and Icons) is JANUARY 23rd!
BUY YOUR YEARBOOK TODAY! DON'T MISS OUT!
Below is the Link to Buy!
Yearbook Order LINK
Contact Julie Blevins with questions (jblevins@oakdale.org)

The Oakdale rowing season begins on February 9th! Oakdale Rowing Team coaches will be available during recess on Wednesday, the 21st, to provide information about the team and demonstrate the rowing stroke on a rowing machine. Coaches will also be available at 4 pm in the middle school pod for a parent meeting.






Reminder JV Boys and Varsity Girls play at 4:00, followed by JV Boys and Varsity Boys at 5:00. We will be in the two gyms on the backside (east side, I believe) of the Millwood Campus.
Millwood is a digital ticketing school and does not accept cash at the gate. They also have a clear bag policy for all patrons.
https://gofan.co/event/5465058?schoolId=OKEL50972


Oakdale’s Rocket Pantry Drive is almost here!
📅 January 12–16
Hosted by our Leadership students, this drive is a great opportunity to give back to our community.
🥇 Prizes will be awarded to the winning classrooms in Elementary, Intermediate, and Middle School, so let’s bring on the friendly competition while making a difference!
Thank you for supporting our Rockets as they lead with purpose and service. ❤️
#RocketPantryDrive #StudentLeadership #GivingBack #CommunityCare #ProudtoBeaRocket 🚀


