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An Update from the Superintendent's Office - September 2026

Knightly NewsAn Update from the Superintendent's Office -September 2026
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As we move into September, the excitement of a new school year is still fresh in our classrooms, hallways, and activities. Students are settling into routines, teachers are building strong connections, and our school community is coming together with renewed energy and purpose. This month brings opportunities to celebrate growth, support learning, and continue building the partnerships that make our school strong. Thank you for your ongoing support as we work together to create a positive and successful year for all.
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2026-2027 Calendar

2026-2027 Calendar

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Elementary Principal Newsletter

Below you will find a link to the elementary newsletter.

Elementary Newsletter

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Secondary Principal Newsletter

Click the below link to see the newsletter provided by Mr. Steinhoff.

Secondary Newsletter

Football Field/Track

We are asking for the community’s help in keeping our football field and track clean and in excellent condition. Signs will soon be posted reminding visitors that bicycles and other wheeled equipment are not permitted on the track or football field. Strollers are welcome.


We also ask that dogs remain outside the fenced area. With the addition of the new dog park in town, we encourage community members to use that space with their pets. These guidelines will help protect our facilities and ensure the field is clean and ready for our students, athletes, and guests.


Thank you for helping us take care of our facilities!

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School Pictures

7th-12th grade student pictures will be done on September 1. Preschool and elementary students that didn't get their pictures taken at Open House can also take school pictures on September 1. Afternoon preschoolers needing pictures will need to have their pictures taken in the morning as our photographers leave by noon. Retakes will take place on October 13.

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Library Request

If you are interested in receiving notifications when your child checks out a book from our school library, please complete the form linked below and return it to the office.

Library Notification Request

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School Activity Calendar

Oakland-Craig Public Schools utilizes Bound for our extra-curricular activity calendar. You can find the Bound calendar on the school website or you can utilize the link included below.

Bound

Digital Safety Digital Safety

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Student Accident Insurance

As the fall 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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Hall of Fame

The Oakland-Craig Public School Foundation is looking for nominations for our 3rd annual Hall of Fame induction. We will recognize alumni, faculty, staff, friends, benefactors, and/or community members who have contributed to the success, tradition, integrity, development, and promotion of the Oakland-Craig School District. Here is a link to the nomination form!

https://bit.ly/ochalloffame

Early Development Network Early Development Network

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School Events School Events

September 1 - School Pictures for Jr.-Sr. High Students


  • Elementary students that didn't get their pictures taken at Open House are welcome to have their pictures taken at this time as well. Please note that afternoon preschool will need to come in between 8 and 10 a.m. to have their pictures taken.



September 7 - No School, Labor Day


September 14 - Budget & Tax Request Hearings, Regular Board of Education Meeting (7:30 p.m.)


September 15 - Blood Drive


October 9-10 - Homecoming

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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