Weekly Update 1/9

January 9, 2026
Dear Oak Brook Families,
Thank you for helping your child settle back in to school routines after winter break. Overall, it has been a smooth week, and it has been great seeing our students and staff back and working together. We do want to share one reminder regarding parent drop off. When dropping off students in the back, we ask that you please wait in line behind the car in front of you. We have noticed a few cars dropping off and then cutting through the middle of the lot. While this may allow you to finish drop off more quickly, it could put students in danger. We appreciate your patience and cooperation.
On Tuesday, Panera will host a PTO fundraiser for Oak Brook. Funds raised through our PTO go right back into our school community as they pay for events like Spirit Night and our Heritage Festival. They also directly support our classrooms and students by providing grants for teachers and other items for our students. A flyer from Panera was sent home earlier or you can print the one below; please take the flyer with you and give it to the cashier when you order.
Just a reminder... School will not be in session next Friday, January 16th and Monday, January 19th.
We hope you have a great weekend!
Sincerely,
Katie & Chris
Oak Brook PTO Heritage Festival
Heritage Festival is right around the corner on Thursday, January 22nd at 6PM! Check out a sneak peek of the travel itinerary for the event!
Help us plan for success! Please fill out this form below to help us get an idea of how many families will be able to join us for this free PTO community event.
There is still time to sign up to help set up for the night of the event. Sign Up Here.
Papa John's Night
Preschool on Parade
- 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
Free and Reduced Lunch
Upcoming Events
- Tuesday, January 13 - Panera Fundraiser
- Wednesday, January 14 - Singing Eagles
- Friday, January 16 - No School
- Monday, January 19 - No School
- Wednesday, January 21 - Singing Eagles
- Thursday, January 22 - Heritage Festival @ 6:00 pm
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Contact Us
Mrs. Terbrock - kterbrock@parkwayschools.net
Dr. Shirley - cshirley@parkwayschools.net
Oak Brook Elementary School Information
Email: cshirley@parkwayschools.net
Website: https://www.parkwayschools.net/Domain/19
Location: 510 Big Bend Road, Ballwin, MO, USA
Phone: 314.415.6551
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OakBrookElementary/