The Oskaloosa High School and Middle School invites you to the 2nd Trimester Choir Concert on February 20! There will be over 100 students participating in the concert at 7pm in the George Daily Auditorium.
Admission is FREE, but there will be a chance for you to show support with a free will donation. Your generosity, big or small, helps us continue to provide exceptional music education experiences for our students.
Our students have dedicated many hours to preparing for this concert, and we can't wait to share their hard work and talent with you. See you there!
The Oskaloosa Schools has named Sarah McGriff as the district’s new director of finance, effective February 26.
McGriff brings a wealth of experience and a strong educational background to her new role. Most recently serving as an accountant for the City of Ottumwa, she also held the position of business manager/board secretary at the North Mahaska CSD from 2020 to 2023.
“I am thrilled to be joining the team at Oskaloosa Schools,” McGriff said. “The district has a wonderful story to tell of their dedication to student success and wellbeing, and I look forward to being a part of that from within the business office.”
Read more: www.oskyschools.org/article/1461968
On this National School Resource Officers Appreciation Day, we want to recognize Officer Logan Nord! He plays a key role in keeping our schools safe and supportive.
Please join us in thanking him for everything he does! 🌟
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The OHS baseball team is proud to announce their upcoming opportunity to showcase their talent at Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, dubbed "Swing for the Arch," is scheduled to take place on June 8, 2024.
The entire Oskaloosa community is invited to come out and support the Indians. Fans can expect an exhilarating day of baseball, highlighted by the opportunity to witness the next generation of stars compete at Busch Stadium.
Tickets will be available in the next few weeks and will be $35 each, which includes entry to the MLB game and the high school game.
📢 Stay tuned for more information! 📢
For more information about "Swing for the Arch," visit www.oskyschools.org/o/ohs/article/1461526.
Happy Valentine's Day! We hope you have a wonderful day. ❤️
Our free Osky app can help you keep track of calendars, menus, and district updates. Head over to your app store to download!
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Is your little one gearing up for kindergarten in the 2024-25 school year? Consider enrolling them at Oskaloosa Elementary School, where leaders are made! 🎒✨
Fill out our quick form to share some details about your child. Once we have your info, we'll send you all the details for our Kindergarten Family Connection Night on April 4 and our Kindergarten Step Up Days in May. 📅
Complete the form now: https://bit.ly/OskyKdg2425
We can’t wait to connect with you and your little learner! ✨
As we recognize Career and Technical Education Month, we invite students to explore the many career development opportunities available through Oskaloosa Schools.
Discover in-demand jobs, gain valuable hands-on experience, and set the stage for a future career that ignites your passion! 🩺🏗️
The Orchestra Concert featuring students in 4th-6th grade and high school is scheduled for Thursday, February 15th. The concert will begin at 7:00 pm in the George Daily Auditorium. All are welcome to attend!
Don't miss your chance to support our musicians and the Oskaloosa Orchestra Department. A free-will donation will be collected, and every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference!
Oskaloosa School lights will be shining brightly in red and pink hues to celebrate Valentine's Day! Spread the love and share the joy as we illuminate the parking lot with the colors of kindness and friendship! ❤️🩷🫶🏼
Heads Up: There will be no school on Friday, February 23, as it is the end of the trimester. Please be sure to plan accordingly!
During National School Counseling Week, we recognize the amazing individuals who guide our students down the right path. Join us in thanking the counselors at Oskaloosa Schools.
⭐ Samantha Doll, OES
⭐ Janet Johnson, OES
⭐ Haley Vanderpol, OES
⭐ Laura Brummel, OMS
⭐ Catherine Ferguson, OMS
⭐ Amy Simmons, OHS
⭐ Nicole Vandewalle, OHS
Your ability to uplift and empower students is inspiring!
Did you know? Groundhog Day is a tradition that started in Germany. They used to consult badgers about the weather instead of groundhogs! 🦡
Find more interesting facts: https://www.britannica.com/topic/Groundhog-Day
In recognition of Financial Aid Awareness Month, Oskaloosa Schools is encouraging college-bound students and their families to apply for grants, scholarships, low-interest loans, and work-study programs.
Financial aid can significantly lower the cost of higher education! ✍️📚
Note: The FAFSA is now open! Get started: https://www.fafsa.gov
Lockdown drills are a crucial part of our safety routine as Oskaloosa CSD, and we're proud to see continuous improvement! Last week, 11 OES classrooms were successfully cleared, with all students and staff meeting lockdown expectations.
A special thanks to the Mahaska County Sheriff's Office, Oskaloosa Police Department, and Mahaska County Emergency Management for their cooperation in ensuring a safe learning environment at Osky.
Kudos to everyone for their commitment to helping keep Osky a safe place!
Thank you, Blick Art Materials, for sending our OMS Art Club supplies! Our students have already started to use the materials and have begun to create some masterpieces. We are excited to see how their creativity continues to flourish with these new resources!
Want news, reminders, lunch menus, and more? Download the FREE Osky Schools App! It’s available on all mobile devices, including iPhone and Android. 📱
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Oskaloosa Student Council will be holding their annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser Friday night, starting at 5:45 in the small gym of the high school. This dinner will last until after halftime of the boys basketball game.
This dinner is FREE WILL donation, and the proceeds will help the student council raise money for projects, events, camps, and conferences. Support the student council and enjoy some spaghetti, meatballs, garlic bread, lemonade, and water! We hope to see you there!
January is Shape Up US Month! It’s all about cultivating healthy habits that last a lifetime. 🏃🥗
Discover ways to get involved at https://shapeupus.org.
Congratulations to OHS District Large Group Speech on a successful competition on Saturday, January 20th!
The following received a Division 1 rating and will be moving on to State, which is February 3 at Pleasant Valley High School!
Group Improv with Grace Moore, Cam Cassens, and Rees Campbell
Group Improv with Conner VanDerWal, Ally Campbell, and Lilia Morris
Group Improv with Caden Johnson, Megan Vos, and Quinn Donoway
Readers Theater, an adaptation of the Greek story of Orpheus & Eurydice (adapted by Conner VanDerWal), with Arianah Edwards, Brenna Deffenbaugh, Claire McKee, Lilia Morris, Maddy VerNooy, Morgan Drost, Rees Campbell, and Conner VanDerWal
Short Film, titled “The Movie Man: A Mockumentary," written and directed by Grace Moore & Cam Cassens, edited by Reed Peterson, and starring Caden Johnson, Megan Vos, Madi Chamberlin, Quinn Donoway, Amelia Bowen, Maddy VerNooy, Claire McKee, and Brenna Deffenbaugh
Mime earned a Division 2 rating with a lot of positive comments about their really cool mimed boat. This was a student-directed group by Conner VanDerWal with Morgan Drost, Ally Campbell, Amelia Bowen, Madi Chamberlin, and Arianah Edwards, titled “Drifted Apart.”
