OAKS NEWS
February Newsletter

February Newsletter
A Note from the Principal
As we step into February, we are excited to share some important updates and reminders about upcoming events at our school. Please take note of the following dates and activities below.
We appreciate your continued support and involvement in making Oak Hill Elementary a wonderful place for learning and growth. If you have any questions about these events, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our office.
Here’s to a successful and inspiring month ahead.
Mrs. Potter and Mrs. Newsom
Upcoming Events
"Soup"er Bowl Canned Food Drive
Valentine’s Day Parties
Friday, February 13
Our students will be celebrating Valentine’s Day with class parties on Friday, February 13. Teachers will contact room parents assigned to this party and share specific details about the timing and any contributions needed for the celebrations. We look forward to a day filled with kindness and fun!
Presidents' Day/Makeup Calamity Day
Monday, February 16
School will be in session on Monday, February 16. This will be a makeup calamity day for students and staff.
Family Engagement Night
Parent Teacher Conferences
Thursday, February 26
Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Thursday, February 26. This is a great opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher and discuss their progress. Please call the office (740-682-7096) to schedule an appointment with your child's teacher.
Staff In-service Day
Friday, February 27
Please note that there will be no school for students on Friday, February 27 due to a staff in-service day. Thank you for your understanding as our team engages in professional development to enhance our teaching practices.
OHE OAKS AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM
We’re thrilled to share that our OAKS Afterschool Program is going strong! This year, our program is packed with intervention, enrichment, and engaging activities designed to support and inspire every student. We have started the second session of the program. If you are interested in enrolling your child, please contact the office for information.
Here’s a peek into some of the fun your children are experiencing in OAKS:
🎲 Life-Size Board Games
🎤 Karaoke Sessions
🎮 Oculus Headsets for Immersive Learning
🏀 Gym Games & Activities
🎶 Music and Rhythm
...and so much more!
Thank you for your continued support in making OAKS a place where learning meets adventure. We look forward to sharing even more with you as the year continues.
Inclement Weather Messages
As winter weather approaches, please ensure your contact information is up-to-date in our system (Final Forms). Announcements regarding delays, early dismissals, or closures will be sent through calls and text messages.
Closings and delays will also be announced on our website, Facebook, and these media outlets --
RADIO: WKOV (96.7 FM Wellston), WCJO (97.7 FM Jackson), WRYV (101.5 FM Gallipolis)
TELEVISION: WSAZ-3 (Huntington), WCHS-8 (Charleston), WBNS-10 (Columbus), WOWK-13 (Huntington)
If you are not receiving calls or texts, please follow the link below to sign up.
Counselor Corner
Counseling Referral - Anyone can refer...
FROM THE DESK OF MS. BATES
School Counselor Request Form: This form is to be used by staff and parents/guardians of students at OHES. Please fill out the information below so we can help meet the needs of the student. Reminder, counseling requests/visits are confidential expect when someone is being hurt, hurting themselves or hurting others. Please reach out by phone if you feel as if the situation is urgent and needs immediate attention.
Oak Hill Elementary Phone Number: 740-682-7096.
Rylee Bates
Elementary School Counselor
ABSENCES/ATTENDANCE
MISS A DAY, MISS A LOT
Perfect Attendance Pays Off with a Dino-Mite Ride!
Students at Oak Hill Elementary were rewarded in a fun and exciting way for their commitment to perfect attendance! Those who attended school every day in December and January were entered into a special drawing for a chance to ride around the school on our Dinosaur Stuff Riders.
The lucky winners enjoyed their dino-mite adventure, zooming through the halls with big smiles and lots of cheers from classmates and staff. This fun incentive not only celebrated their dedication but also encouraged all students to prioritize attendance.
Great job to all our students who showed up every day, ready to learn! Keep up the great work, and you might be the next lucky winner!
If your child needs to be absent, please verify the absence with the front office.
Call the front office at 740-682-7096 to report an absence.
Send a doctor's excuse for excused absence or have them faxed to 740-682-7065.
OAKS PBIS
OAKS PBIS Rally
Celebrating Student Success!
This grading period, Oak Hill Elementary students who earned 200 OAKS Bucks were rewarded with an exciting PBIS Rally! The event featured games, basketball relay, and plenty of fun activities to celebrate students' dedication to Ownership, Achievement, Kindness, and Safety.
Congratulations to all the students who met the goal—your hard work and positive behavior truly make a difference! Keep up the great work, and let’s continue to show our OAKS values every day!
Character Strong
February's Focus Character Trait is Perseverance
*See fun challenge below.
SCHOOL LUNCH MENU
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
FinalForms
Have you filled out your Final Forms yet? Please check your email to access your account or click on the link below to get started. If you have any questions, please contact Christopher Jordan @ christopher.jordan@oakhill.k12.oh.us. Students must have these updated in order to participate in field trips.
OHE OFFICE INFORMATION
Website:
Office:
Office hours during the school year are from 8:00- 4:00 daily.
Office: (740) 682-7096
Please be sure to call the school to report if your child will be absent.
School Hours:
8:20 a.m.-3:26 p.m.