Weekly Update 1/30

January 30, 2026

Dear Oak Brook Families,

The two snow days have brought us to three for the year. If we have future issues that cause school closings, we will use AMI days. This is why 3rd-5th grade students bring their Chromebooks home each day and why K-2 have packets that were sent home earlier this school year. Hopefully they won't be needed, but plans are in place should we need them. As always, if you have any questions about the days, please ask one of us or your child's teacher.

Kindergarten registration has started. If your child, or a child you know, will be 5 years old by July 31, 2026 (born on or before July 31, 2021) they are able to start kindergarten in August. More information may be found using the link below.

Our 100th day of school will be on Monday. We look forward to seeing all of our "100 year old" students.

We hope you have a great weekend!

Sincerely,

Katie & Chris

Kindergarten Registration

See Previous Updates Here

Join us for the annual State of the District event – an evening that celebrates the musical talent of our students and the strategic work throughout our schools to help them succeed. You’ll hear about:

• Progress we’re making to ensure students are successful in school, life, and beyond.
• The economic uncertainties impacting our budget, and how to help identify solutions

When: Wednesday, February 4 – 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: Central High Commons, 369 N. Woods Mill Rd., Chesterfield, MO 63017

On Thursday, February 12th, our students will have their annual Friendship Party from 10:15-11:00. On this day, many students exchange traditional "Valentine's Day Cards." To help us keep all students safe, and to avoid any allergens, we ask that cards do not include food or snacks. Thank you for your help with this.

This week we will focus on honesty. We define honesty as being truthful in what you say and do. Honesty is closely tied to our core value of integrity - doing the right thing when no one is looking. This week, take time to talk with your child about the importance of honesty in your words and your actions.

I remember my mom telling me that unless you tell the whole truth, you aren't really telling the truth. As you talk with your child, remember to highlight the need to tell the whole story, not just the part they want to share.

Online Auction

February 27 & 28

Save the Date! Our annual ONLINE AUCTION will be Friday, 2/27 - Saturday, 2/28! We have tons of amazing items to bid on this year!

Do you find yourself driving around West County? Do you visit local restaurants and other businesses? If so, we could use your help!

It's super easy! You don't have to do anything except take the donation letter inside the store or restaurant, say you're from Oak Brook, hand the letter to an employee or manager on duty, and then make note of where you've stopped so that we know where not to send people. I am dividing locations we need to visit by strip mall or section of the Ballwin/Manchester/Ellisville/Chesterfield area, so if you help, any locations you visit will be close together and limited in number.

Please reach out to Julie Bode (juliembode@gmail.com) or Meagan Gray (meagangray610@gmail.com) to get more info!

Trivia Night

Information for trivia night is below. Reserve your table early!

NEW this year is our VIP Upgrade, and we must say it is worth every penny (and all those pennies go back to our school)!

We are also SO excited to be offering Round Sponsors this year!

Would you or your business like to be featured as an official spotlight for a round of trivia this year
Would you like to shout-out your favorite Oak Brook teacher?
Or would you love the opportunity to embarrass your bestie with their high school senior photo?

Possibilities are endless with Trivia Round Spotlights!!

Reserve Your Table for Trivia Night

Tuesday, February 3, 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Virtual via Google Meet
Parents and guardians of 2026-2027 preschoolers

Are you ready to take the next step in your child's educational journey? Join us for Preschool On Parade, a session specially designed for parents considering Parkway Early Childhood for their child's very first or next school experience outside the home! This online event offers a peek into our nurturing classroom environment, introduces our developmentally appropriate curriculum, and highlights how we guide young learners to discover, play, and grow. Learn about our full-day & half-day programs, district preschool locations, and enrollment process. We want you to feel completely confident and excited about this milestone in your child's life! Registration Required- Click Here

Click Here to Register

Monday, February 2 - 100th Day of School
Wednesday, February 4 - Singing Eagles and State of the District Meeting
Thursday, February 5 - Read, Right and Run
Wednesday, February 11 - Singing Eagles
Thursday, February 12 - Friendship Parties (10:15-11:00) & Half Day - Dismissal at 11:35
Friday, February 13 - No School