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We are excited to celebrate Halloween with our Oakwood families! Please keep the following reminders in mind:

• Adult Supervision: All students MUST be accompanied by an adult during the event.

• Costumes Welcome: Students are welcome to wear appropriate Halloween costumes!

• Leave Accessories at Home: Costume accessories, including toy weapons, swords, and other items that could pose a safety concern, are not allowed on campus.

• Bring a Bag: Don’t forget to bring a bag to collect all your Halloween treats! 🍬

• Have Fun! Enjoy the festivities, take lots of pictures, and make wonderful Halloween memories with your Oakwood Huskies!

Thank you for helping us keep this a safe, fun, and festive event for everyone. Happy Halloween! 🐾🎃

Halloween is an exciting time for children to dress up, enjoy treats, and spend time with family and friends! As you celebrate with your children, please take a few moments to review these safety tips to help ensure everyone has a fun and safe Halloween. Whether your child is trick-or-treating, attending a Halloween event, or celebrating at home, a little planning and conversation can make a big difference.

Tips for a Safe and Happy Halloween:

• Stay together: Young children should always be accompanied by a trusted adult. Older students should trick-or-treat with a group, follow an agreed-upon route, and check in with their families regularly.

• Be visible: Choose bright-colored costumes when possible, add reflective tape or glow sticks, and carry a flashlight to help drivers see you after dark.

• Choose safe costumes: Make sure costumes fit properly to prevent tripping. Use face paint or makeup instead of masks that may block vision, and choose flame-resistant materials.

• Practice street safety: Use sidewalks and crosswalks, look both ways before crossing, and make eye contact with drivers before crossing the street. Avoid distractions, including phones, while crossing.

• Inspect treats: Have an adult check all candy and treats before children eat them. Avoid homemade or unwrapped treats from people you do not know, and check labels for potential allergies.

• Set clear boundaries: Remind children to visit only familiar, well-lit homes, never enter a stranger’s home or vehicle, and never go anywhere with someone without permission from their trusted adult.

• Be mindful of others: Remind children to use respectful language, follow community rules, and help keep neighborhoods safe and clean.

• Talk about safety: Before heading out, discuss what to do if your child gets separated from the group, feels uncomfortable, or needs help. Identify a trusted adult they can go to for assistance.

  
  

Thank you for partnering with us to keep our Oakwood Huskies safe! We hope all our families enjoy a fun-filled Halloween full of laughter, great memories, and plenty of safe celebrations. Have a happy Halloween! 🎃

Wednesday, November 11th in honor of Veteran's Day

Monday, November 23rd - Friday, November 27th for the Thanksgiving Holiday

Monday, December 21st - Friday, January 1st for Winter Break

If you were unable to attend our Science Camp parent meeting last Thursday please come to the Oakwood office to pick up the paperwork that must be filled out by Monday, November 2nd. You can also reach out to your child's 5th grade teacher for more information.

Beginning July 1, 2026, California Senate Bill 848 requires school volunteers who meet the definition of a volunteer under the law to complete annual Mandated Reporter and Child Abuse Prevention training before or upon beginning volunteer service.

This training helps ensure that adults working with our students understand their responsibility to recognize, prevent, and report suspected child abuse and to maintain appropriate boundaries with students.

If you are interested in volunteering at Oakwood this year, please see the information below. We appreciate our parent volunteers and the important role you play in supporting our students and school community!

HOW TO TAKE THE TRAINING

1. Click here or go to Mandated Reporter training
2. Sign up with: a. A Username b. Your First and Last Name c. Your Email
3. Take this course: a. Mandated Reporter: Child Abuse and Neglect

4. Give the certificate to the office.

You cannot volunteer without this certificate.

Please take time to read through the student handbook with your child.

Parent Club is still working on finalizing their non-profit status. Once they do, they will start back up with meetings and event planning. If you have any ideas or want to be part of Parent Club, please email oakwoodparentclub@gmail.com.

President - Ally Burch

Vice President - Jennifer Gomez

Treasurer - Megan Arquines

Secretary - Jamila Walker

If you are on Instagram feel free to follow us. We will also use this platform to share updates and information to families up to date.

At Oakwood Elementary School, we are Respectful 🤝, Responsible 👍, and Safe 👷