Oskaloosa Schools

Meet Chanell Gay, our new 6th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher! 💫 Chanell, along with her husband and two children, recently moved to Knoxville. With nearly 20 years of experience teaching 6th grade, she’s ready to bring her expertise and team spirit to Osky Schools. Chanell is #ALLIN, dedicated to continuous improvement and sharing her knowledge with colleagues. "I am excited about the positive interactions and collaboration among the staff and students at OMS," shared Chanell. "My goal is to be flexible and intentional in everything I do." Welcome to Osky, Chanell! 🎉

REMINDER: Wednesday, September 4, is an early dismissal day. Oskaloosa Schools will dismiss students 60 minutes early. ⏰

Picture Day is September 5 for Oskaloosa High School students! 📸 Order school photos by visiting https://www.oskyschools.org/o/ohs/events?id=27208643.

Welcome Alyssa Cline to Oskaloosa Schools! 🌟 Alyssa is our new Preschool Teacher, bringing a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and an Endorsement in Birth - Grade 3 Inclusive Settings from the University of Northern Iowa. Alyssa is #ALLIN on our vision culture, which she finds truly special. Her top priority is building strong relationships with her students and their families to enhance her teaching. “I am thrilled to be working with the preschool team here at Osky!" said Alyssa. "I am really looking forward to working with my colleagues and, most importantly, meeting my students for the first time and giving them their first experience of what school is like." Living in Leighton with her fiancé, who runs a welding and fabrication business in Pella, Alyssa also helps manage the business as a secretary in her free time. We’re thrilled to have Alyssa on board! 🎉

Happy Labor Day to our Osky students, staff, families, and community members! 🇺🇸

Meet Kayla Rohr, our new 6th Grade Math and Science Teacher! ✨ A 2023 graduate of William Penn University, Kayla completed her student teaching at OES and is excited to begin her teaching career at Osky. “I am most excited to be working at a school that is #ALLIN for students and staff," shared Kayla. "My goal is to love, empower, and inspire others during my first year as a teacher at Oskaloosa." Oskaloosa is home for Kayla and her daughter, who will start kindergarten this year. They couldn't imagine being anywhere else. Welcome to the team, Kayla! 🎉

🌟 New Staff Spotlight: Molly Pettyjohn 🌟 We're thrilled to welcome Molly as a 4th Grade Teacher at Oskaloosa Schools! A proud OHS graduate, Molly holds a degree in Elementary Education from William Penn University, with endorsements in Reading and Special Education. Molly is eager to connect with her students and foster their growth. She is committed to being #ALLIN at Osky because our strong vision culture ensures both she and her students will be supported. She believes this will help her become the best educator she can be. "My top goal is to ensure my students feel loved and supported while achieving their personal goals," said Molly. Welcome to the Osky family, Molly! 🎉

We're lighting up our parking lot now through September 4 to celebrate the hard work, dedication, and spirit of our community. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Labor Day weekend! #ALLIN #OskyBuildsLeaders

Preschool starts on Tuesday, September 3. We cannot wait to welcome our newest scholars! 🎓

REMINDER: There will be no school for students on Monday, September 2, in observance of Labor Day.

Quick reminder! Oskaloosa Schools will dismiss students 60 minutes early today, August 28. ⏰

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.