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An Update from the Superintendent's Office - November 2025

Knightly NewsAn Update from the Superintendent's Office -November 2025
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As we embrace the month of November, our school community is buzzing with excitement and gratitude. This time of year offers us a wonderful opportunity to reflect on what we’re thankful for while celebrating our students’ achievements and activities. From engaging classroom projects to upcoming events, there’s much to look forward to. Let’s dive into the highlights and continue to support one another as we navigate this busy and vibrant season together!
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2025-2026 Calendar

2025-2026 Calendar

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Elementary Principal Newsletter

Below you will find a link to the elementary newsletter from Mrs. Rennerfeldt.

Elementary Newsletter

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Secondary Principal Newsletter

Click the below link to see the newsletter provided by Mrs. Burton.

Secondary Newsletter

Special Education Survey

If you have a child receiving special education services, we are requesting your participation in a brief survey required by the Nebraska Department of Education. Please complete this survey at your earliest convenience. It will be open until April but we would greatly appreciate you completing it sooner rather than later. Thank you for your time as well as your feedback.

2025-26 Nebraska Parent Involvement Survey for Pre-School and School-Aged Children with Disabilities

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Anderson Earns 13th at State Golf

Emma Anderson traveled to North Platte and finished in 13th at the State Golf meet earning a medal! Way to go Emma!

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State Cross Country

Ellinor Johnson, Jalie Meyer, and Patrick Rayburn competed at State Cross Country on Friday, October 24.

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O-C Hosts Post-Season Volleyball

The Oakland-Craig Lady Knights will host a district final on Saturday, November 1 at 5 p.m. for a chance to punch their ticket to State.

Free & Reduced Meals

We have seen a decrease in free and reduced numbers this year. This can have an impact on some of our funding, as certain programs are funded based on the percentage of students qualifying for free and reduced meals. I've included the income eligibility guidelines for free and reduced meals. If you feel you may qualify, we would strongly encourage you to apply right away. Questions can be directed to Julie Ehlers at jehlers@ocknights.org or 402-685-5661.


Free & Reduced Meal Application

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Student Accident Insurance

As the winter activity season approaches, we want to remind you that you have the opportunity to purchase additional coverage. Student accident insurance provides financial assistance with your out-of-pocket medical expenses when

your student sustains an accidental bodily injury. Use the link to learn more:

Student Accident Insurance

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Social Emotional Learning

Oakland-Craig offers a great deal of social emotional supports for our students. All students have a weekly guidance lesson with elementary using the Second Step curriculum and the Jr-Sr. High using the Social Institute curriculum. We also offer a mental health club for Jr-Sr. High students. In addition, we do offer the opportunity to participate in individual counseling services for a small number of students each year.

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Staff Appreciation Opportunity

If you are looking to show some appreciation to an OC staff member, consider purchasing a beverage from Dillstrom's Fika Kafe. They have a list of staff favorites and deliver to school every Tuesday and Thursday.

School Events School Events

November 4 - Election Day


November 10 - Board of Education Meeting (8:00 p.m.)


November 11 - Veteran's Day Program (10:00 a.m.)


November 12 - Oakland-Craig School Improvement Visit


November 13 - Oakland-Craig School Improvement Visit


November 26 - Early Dismissal


November 27 - No School


November 28 - No School


December 1 - No School, Teacher Inservice

Community Events Community Events

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Contact Information

Jessica Bland

Superintendent

Email: jessbland@ocknights.org
Website: www.ocknights.org
Location: 309 N Davis Ave, Oakland, NE, USA
Phone: 402-685-5661

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