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Our Oak Grove Otters did an excellent job during both the severe weather drill and our Spring Lockdown drill! We are incredibly proud of how well they followed procedures and knew exactly what to do. Their preparedness and attentiveness ensure that our school remains a safe and secure environment for everyone.
As a reminder, Spring Individual and Class Pictures for Tracks 2 and 4 will take place on Monday, March 17th. We can’t wait to see our students dressed to impress and showing off their wonderful smiles!
Additionally, to ensure the safety of our students and staff during morning and afternoon carpool, we ask that all students exit from the right side of their car. This helps keep the flow of traffic smooth and ensures students exit safely onto the sidewalk. Thank you for following this procedure and for your continued support in keeping Oak Grove a safe place for all!
Due to the inclement weather in February, Track 1 and Track 3 will make up Thursday, February 20th, on Saturday, April 5th, as per WCPSS guidelines. School will be in session for these students from 8:45 AM to 12:45 PM. Breakfast will be provided, but please note that lunch will NOT be served. We encourage families to send a hearty snack to keep students fueled for the day.
If you have a child joining us for kindergarten in July or know of families that has school age children, please make sure to go ahead and register and turn in enrollment paperwork as soon as possible! We are working hard to prepare for the start of the next school year, and having accurate enrollment information is critical. Thank you for your help in this matter!
A huge thank you to those who have submitted Staff Shout-Outs! 🎉 We are dedicated to recognizing the outstanding educators who positively impact our students. If you haven’t already, we encourage you to use this Google Form to submit your Otter Staff Shoutouts. Let’s continue to celebrate the great work happening at Oak Grove! You can also check our website regularly for updates and to see our staff members being recognized. 🦦🎉
Below is information about our, Otter Parent Education Night (OPEN), 2025-28 AIG Plan surveys, Single Subject Acceleration, Save the Date - 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremonies, and PTA Updates.
As we continue the second half of the school year, we are committed to maintaining open lines of communication and working closely with you to provide the best possible education for every child at Oak Grove. Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We look forward to a fantastic school year filled with learning, growth, and success for all our students!
Staff, School, and Club Wishlists
Warm Regards,
Ms. Benton
Otter Happenings (English Calendar) - Updated 1/5/25
Acontecimientos de nutria (Spanish Calendar) -Updated 1/19/25
Updated 1/19/25 حداث قضاعة Arabic Calendar
Matukio ya Otter (Swahili Calendar) - Updated 1/19/25
Выдровые события (Russian Calendar) - Updated 1/19/25
Calendarul Romanesc (Romanian Calendar - Updated 1/19/25
Otter Parent Education Night - Thursday, March 27th
Mark your calendars and join us on Thursday, March 27th, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM for an evening of learning and community engagement. The night will kick off with a brief PTA meeting at 5:00 PM, so be sure to arrive early. Please see the flyers below and this document for additional details on our exciting sessions. Plus, enjoy delicious options from food trucks, prizes, and raffles. Children ages 5 and up can join us in the gym to play Bingo and be supervised by staff. Children under the age of 5 will be allowed to attend the sessions with their families/caregivers. We can't wait to see you there!
2025-28 AIG Plan surveys
Advanced Learning Services is collecting data to ensure that the 2025-28 AIG plan aligns with our district's core beliefs and practices. Please complete the following survey.
Single Subject Acceleration Information from Ms. Garcia
Students meeting qualifying criteria in grades K-5 can accelerate one grade level in either mathematics or English Language Arts through Single Subject Acceleration (SSA). This ensures opportunities for appropriate levels of academic challenge for our students.
If you are interested in SSA, please view the Parent Presentation (here is a 1 page document to accompany the video)to help decide if this option is right for your child.
To qualify to test for SSA at Oak Grove, the student must be currently enrolled and attending Oak Grove Elementary, the parent must request testing during the open window through the form linked on the SSA Page on the WCPSS Website, and the student must make a qualifying score on the SSA assessment. If you have additional questions, please contact, Callie Garcia, at cgarcia8@wcpss.net. Please note the specific dates for your child’s assigned track:
Spring 2025 SSA Schedule
Track 1
Test Request Window Opens:
Feb. 17 – Mar. 7
Testing Occurs at School Between:
April 4 - April 17
Track 2
Test Request Window Opens:
March 10- March 28
Testing Occurs at School Between:
April 4 – April 17
Track 3
Test Request Window Opens:
March 10- March 28
Testing Occurs at School Between:
April 4 - April 17
Track 4
Test Request Window Opens:
March 10- March 28
Testing Occurs at School Between:
April 28 - May 9
5th Grade Families - Save the Date - 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremonies
Attention 5th Grade Parents! Mark your calendars for our Moving Up Ceremonies as we celebrate the accomplishments and achievements of our 5th-grade Otters. This special event will honor their hard work and growth as they prepare for the next chapter of their journey. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
⭐ PTA UPDATES⭐
📅 SAVE THE DATE! 📅
The next PTA meeting will be held Thursday, March 27th from 5-5:303 before the Parent Education Night!
🧪 SAVE THE DATE! 🧪
STEM NIGHT is coming soon! It is an event you won't wanna miss!!
RENT THE ROCK!
The Oak Grove Elementary School Spirit Rock is a great way to send a message for all to see! The rock has available weeks this spring for weekly rental!
Reserve the Spirit Rock here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0944ABAD2FA5FFCF8-49819340-rent#/
Did you know the OGES PTA has a website? We encourage you to bookmark the site and check it often for up-to-date announcements and information!
