Paws & Reflect Vol. 3
Oak Grove R-VI Newsletter April 2025
Important Upcoming Dates!
Last Day to register for Summer School
May 12th
Class 2025 Graduation (UCM Multipurpose Building 7:00 PM)
May 23rd - Last Day of School (Early Release)
High School - 11:05 am
Middle School - 11:15 am
Primary - 12:05 pm
Elementary - 12:15 pm
May 27th
First Day of Summer School
Kindergarten Enrollment 2025-2026
Steps for Kindergarten Enrollment 2025-2026
If you have any questions about Kindergarten Online Registration, please reach out to our District Registrar: Suzy Stone at sstone@ogr6.org or 816-690-5262.
Attendance Matters!
Did you know that regular school attendance is one of the most important factors in your child’s academic success? Missing even a few days can add up quickly and impact your child's learning. Help your child succeed by:
- Setting a regular bedtime and morning routine.
- Preparing school items the night before to avoid morning rush.
- Scheduling appointments and vacations outside of school hours whenever possible.
Every day in class builds on the previous one, so consistent attendance helps your child stay on track academically and socially. Let’s work together to ensure every day counts!
Parent Resources
Parent Resources Page of the Oak Grove School District Web Site. We hope you find the information to be helpful and informative.
Be sure to sign up for SIS Parent Portal Link. Contact the main office of the building that your child(ren) attend. You can access grades, attendance, lunch balances and schedules of your children.
https://oakgrove.ss10.sharpschool.com/departments/parent__student_resources
Dear OGP and ECC Families,
As we roll through the month of April, it’s hard to believe how quickly this school year has flown by. With just a few short weeks left, there's a growing sense of excitement in our schools—not just about the upcoming summer break, but also about the incredible progress our students have made throughout the year.
Across all grade levels, we’ve witnessed students embracing challenges, growing academically, and developing skills that will serve them well in the years ahead. Whether it’s reading with greater fluency, solving complex math problems, creating inspiring art, or stepping into leadership roles, our students have demonstrated resilience, curiosity, and a genuine love for learning.
This time of year also brings many celebrations and milestones—from spring concerts and field days to field trips and end-of-year testing. These events are more than just traditions; they are opportunities to reflect on how far we’ve come and to acknowledge the efforts of our dedicated educators, supportive families, and, most importantly, our hardworking students.
As we head into the final stretch of the school year, we encourage you to take a moment to celebrate your child’s growth. Ask them what they’re most proud of this year—you might be surprised by their reflections and insights. Let’s continue to support and encourage one another as we finish the year strong.
Listed below are a few important dates to remember and share with others:
May 1 - Summer School enrollment deadline
May 2- K-2 Jog a Thon @ HS track
May 5-15 - K-2 I-Ready End of Year testing
May 16- K-2 Field Day
May 20 - Pre-K Celebration
May 23- Last Day of School - Early release at 12:05pm
Thank you for being a vital part of our school community. Here’s to a joyful and successful end to the school year!
Warm regards,
Laura Oyler
Oak Grove Primary + Early Childhood Center Principal
Dear OGE Families,
It is hard to believe we are nearing the end of another school year. Our students just finished up their end of year I-Ready testing and we saw great growth in all three grade levels in both reading and math. We have several activities in the weeks ahead including state testing. Please see the information below.
Please review the important dates listed below.
April 29, April 30 and May 1 - 3rd grade MAP testing
April 29, May 1, May 6 and May 7 - 4th grade MAP testing
May 6, May 7 and May 8 - 5th grade MAP testing
May 13 - 3rd grade field trip
May 19 - 5th grade field trip
May 20 - Field Day
May 23 - Last Day of School Early Release @ 12:15pm
Just a reminder that summer school enrollment is still open until May 1st. Summer School begins on May 27th.
Thank you for supporting OGE and being a part of your child's educational journey.
GO Panthers!
Mrs. Misti Raney
OGE Principal
Ending the Year Strong
OGMS is the place to be! We are gearing up to end the 2024-25 school year strong! There are many upcoming events to highlight. MAP/EOC testing will kick off on 4/28 -4/30 for 8th grade. 7th grade will test on 5/5-5/6. 6th grade will test on 5/7-5/8. Please try to help your student get a good nights sleep and eat breakfast so they are ready to shine!
OGMS students will be ending our year with grade level field trips! Information from each class will be coming, along with permission slips for participation.
Lastly, our 8th grade will be continuing the tradition of the 8th grade dance! The dance will be held on May 9th from 7-9 PM in the OGMS gym. This is a special tradition for our 8th graders as we send them off to OGHS!
Thank you for sharing your amazing students with us - I am looking forward to our last month of school!
-Mrs. McConville
OGHS has officially entered its "busy season" with students putting final touches on state testing preparations, competing in many local, state, and national events, and enjoying final concerts, games/meets, and celebrations, especially seniors. While students, faculty, and staff enjoy the warm spring weather, we also focus our attention on ending the school year as positively as possible. We look forward to celebrating our students throughout the coming weeks. Please contact Mr. Newman or me if we can ever help with any student- or school-related situation.
Some Important Dates:
April 28-May 9 - EOC State Testing
May 6-8 - Senior Finals
May 8 - Baccalaureate/Scholarship Night
May 8 - CTC Graduation Ceremony
May 9 - Senior Breakfast, Annual Awards Assembly
May 12 - Commencement 2025 (UCM Multipurpose Building 7:00 PM)
May 15 - CTC New Student Visit Day
May 20-22 - Underclassman Finals
May 23 - Final Day 2024-25
May 27 - Summer Academy 2025 First Day (8:00 AM-12:40 PM)
June 13 - Summer Academy 2025 Final Day
3rd Annual Plant Sale!
May 9th | 3:45 PM – 6:00 PM
May 10th | 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
All proceeds benefit the Oak Grove R-VI High School Greenhouse!
Mrs. Donovan’s Botany class has been working hard to prepare a beautiful selection for you — don’t miss it!
Oak Grove R-VI School District Art Show!
We loved seeing our community come together to celebrate the creativity of our talented K-12 artists.
A special shoutout to our incredible art teachers —
Oak Grove R-VI Primary School Jennifer Pettit
Oak Grove R-VI Elementary Lynne Oaks
Oak Grove R-VI Middle School Keilee Brocato
Oak Grove R-VI High School Megan Buesing
— for teaching, organizing, running, and showcasing this beautiful event!
Also, thank you to the amazing staff who volunteered their time to lead the craft stations. Your support helped make the evening truly special!
Film Festival Champions
Ms. Yankee’s Dual Credit Spanish classes at Oak Grove R-VI High School for sweeping the awards at the annual UCM Film Festival!
Spanish 4 took home Best Overall Film of the competition.
Spanish 3 earned the Best Spanish Comedy Film award for their short film, "Antonio y La Genio."
Check out their award-winning comedy here: https://youtu.be/w3rpduM2A-s
Brains & Buzzers! OGHS Sholar Bowl Headed to State!
Not only did OGHS Scholar Bowl threepeat at Districts — they just punched their ticket to STATE for the first time since 2008! 🙌
In the Quarterfinals, they swept Kansas City Lutheran 2-0:
🧠 Match 1: 310–240
🧠 Match 2: 350–280
Next stop: STATE in Columbia on May 10th!
Let’s rally behind our Panthers — grab your State gear now!
2025 Park Volunteer Day
We're proud of our incredible Oak Grove R-VI staff and families who stepped up to volunteer during the 3rd Annual Volunteer Day, helping to clean up and beautify our local parks.
A huge thank you to Oak Grove Parks and Recreation for hosting this amazing event and for uniting neighbors, families, and teams to make a difference — one project at a time!
National Honor Society Makes A Donation To Mother’s Refuge
At the Spring Pep Assembly, our Oak Grove R-VI High School National Honor Society officers presented a $410 check to Mother’s Refuge — funds raised through their lunchtime bake sales!
Mother's Refuge provides shelter, education, and comprehensive services to empower homeless, pregnant, and parenting young women to make successful life decisions for themselves and their babies.
Thank you to everyone who supported this incredible cause! To learn more about this amazing organization, be sure to checkout their website https://www.mothersrefuge.org
2nd Annual Student Appreciation Day!
Oak Grove R-VI Primary School + Oak Grove R-VI Early Childhood Center celebrated their 2nd Annual Student Appreciation Day!
A huge thank you to our amazing Sunshine Committee, teachers, and Admin for organizing such a fun memorable day for our students!
We appreciate all the hard work that went into making today special!
OGE MAP Assembly Kickoff!
MAP Testing Has Begun at Oak Grove Elementary!
OGE kicked off state testing with an exciting MAP Assembly to encourage and energize our students! MAP testing begins this week for 3rd and 4th graders, with 5th grade starting next week.
A few testing tips to help students do their best on the MAP test.
Get a good night’s sleep.
Eat a healthy breakfast.
Arrive at school on time.
Make sure you have working earbuds or headphones for testing. (We have some available in the office for $1).
Do your best!
Please see Mrs. Brown’s email for more details! Let’s rock this test OGE!
OGMS Student Council Spring Hygiene Drive
Our OGMS Student Council stepped up in a big way to help our community STAY FRESH!
Thanks to the generosity of our students we collected unused hygiene items like shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, and more for the Community Services League - Oak Grove Office! Your generosity is making a real impact!
A special shoutout to Principal McConville and Assistant Principal Hames for taking a pie to the face to support this great cause!
Now that’s Panther spirit!
This year, we are excited to continue our efforts in fostering a positive, uplifting culture through our Roar of Excellence. Our Oak Grove staff members work tirelessly to make a meaningful impact on our students, community, and each other, and this is a great way to recognize and celebrate their contributions.
If you've noticed a staff member going above and beyond, whether it's for their outstanding work with students, their support within the workplace, or their contributions to the community, take a moment to acknowledge them! Your shoutout will be shared to encourage, uplift, and shine a spotlight on their excellence.
Simply fill out the form below to submit your Roar of Excellence and help us continue creating a culture of appreciation and recognition in Oak Grove R-VI.
Shining Panthers Spotlight is all about celebrating our students’ incredible success, achievements, and everyday moments that make Oak Grove R-VI special! 🖤🧡
No story is too small—whether it’s a big accomplishment or a simple act of kindness, we want to hear and share the amazing things happening across our schools and in the community. 📸✨
📢 How to Contribute:
Share your stories and photos with us at comments@ogr6.org to help highlight the incredible work of our students and staff.
Your participation makes a difference in showcasing the heart of our district. Thank you for being part of our Panther community! 🐾
🎉 Teacher Appreciation Week is almost here — May 5th-9th! 🎉
Do you have a teacher in the Oak Grove R-VI School District who has made a difference in your life or your student's life? Now’s your chance to tell them!
Fill out the form and share your appreciation: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfCYMwCMKD.../viewform...
Your kind words will be printed on a postcard and delivered during Teacher Appreciation Week! You can submit the form as many times as you'd like to celebrate as many staff members as you wish.
Let’s show our teachers just how much they mean to us!
Ready to inspire, educate, and make a difference?
Oak Grove R-VI School District is seeking passionate individuals to join our team!
Current Openings as of 4/29/25
Oak Grove R-VI School District-Wide
Coaching and Activities Sponsor Openings as of 4/29/25
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your education journey, Oak Grove R-VI School District is where your skills will shine and your contributions will matter.
View All Openings & Apply Here: https://www.applitrack.com/oakgrove/onlineapp/default.aspx
Share this with anyone who’d love to join our dedicated and supportive community!
Together, we’ll continue shaping bright futures.
First Saturday Free Lunch! All summer long!
All are welcome to come enjoy free chips and hotdogs available the first Saturday each month this summer.
Saturday, May 3rd (11 - noon)
Saturday, June 7th (11 - noon)
Saturday, July 5th (11 - noon)
Saturday, August 2nd (11 - noon)
Provided by Oak Grove Christian Church
118 SW 22nd St Oak Grove, MO
2025 OG Youth Cheer Registration Is Officially Open!
Get ready to bring the spirit—Oak Grove Youth Cheer registration is now live!
Any Girl or Boy in Kindergarten to 6th grade in the 2025-2026 school year
🔗 Sign up here: Cheer Registration Form
Deadline: May 18 Invoices will be emailed Uniform Fitting (OG Primary Lunch Room):
May 17: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
May 18: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Questions? Email OGPantherCheer@gmail.com
None of our successes would be possible without the ongoing support of our community. We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our parents, volunteers, and community members who contribute to the success of Oak Grove R-VI School District. Whether you’re involved in the PTO, Booster Clubs, volunteering in a school, or offering encouragement to students and staff, your involvement makes a world of difference. We are better as a district with you involved.
#BETTERTOGETHER
