Knightly News
An Update from the Superintendent's Office - May 2026
2025-2026 Calendar
Elementary Principal Newsletter
Below you will find a link to the elementary newsletter from Mrs. Rennerfeldt.
Secondary Principal Newsletter
Click the below link to see the newsletter provided by Mrs. Burton.
2026-2027 Calendar
The Board of Education has approved the calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. Please note this is subject to change but is a good tool to utilize for planning as changes very likely would not be major.
District Vocal Music
The Oakland-Craig Choir performed at the District Music Contest last Friday and earned all superior ratings. In addition, all of the soloists and small group ensembles from OC earned superior ratings ("1s").
District Band Contest
The Oakland-Craig Band performed at the District Music Contest last Friday and earned two "1s" and one "2" from the judges.
Staff Appreciation
Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week. I encourage you to take a moment to thank a teacher or staff member and let them know how their efforts have made a positive impact on you. Sharing a specific example of something you appreciate can mean more than you realize.
School Meal Accounts
Summer Projects
This summer, our custodial and maintenance teams will be completing a series of projects to maintain and improve our facilities. As in previous years, the majority of this work consists of standard annual upkeep. One notable project involves adjusting our football field to accommodate 8-man football dimensions. Our goal is to relocate the goal posts and repaint them. If relocation is not feasible, we will instead repaint the field with two end zones on the west side to meet requirements. In addition, we have purchased shower partitions for the JV and Varsity boys locker rooms, as well as the junior high girls and boys locker rooms, which will provide increased privacy in spaces that are currently open. We will also be installing additional acoustic paneling in the band room to improve sound control, funded through a Friends of Oakland Foundation grant. Finally, minor concrete repairs will be completed across campus to address routine wear and tear.
Summer Meal Opportunities
The USDA’s Summer Food Service Program provides no-cost meals to children ages 1- 18 years at approved locations across the state. To find information about summer meals sites near you, visit the SFSP Site Finder. *Please note: The Nebraska SFSP sites will be available in the Summer Meals Site Finder after the NDE approves site locations, which will be on approximately May 25, 2026. OC is NOT a Summer Food Service Program site.
Student Accident Insurance
As the spring 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:
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.
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
May 1 - Last Day for Seniors
May 9 - Graduation
May 11 - Board of Education Meeting
May 15 - Elementary Track & Field Day
May 19 - Last Day of School for Students
May 20 - Teacher Inservice
Community Events
Contact Information
Superintendent
Email: jessbland@ocknights.org
Website: www.ocknights.org
Location: 309 N Davis Ave, Oakland, NE, USA
Phone: 402-685-5661