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Ms. Samantha Phillips is joining Oak Grove as a first grade teacher. She says, "Shoot for the moon and you’ll land among the stars." It sounds like she has high expectations for her students!
Ms. Thelma McClure is returning to Oak Grove, but moving to 2nd grade. Ms. McClure is inspired by this quote from Colin Powell: “There are no secrets to secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” She is ready to make a difference with her second graders!
July is Make a Difference to a Child Month. PCSSD Executive Director of Communications Jessica Duff, says: "Consistency is everything for kids: presence, patience, guidance. Continue to show up for kids every day and that makes the difference!"
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Oak Grove Elementary will host its open house on Friday, August 11 from 4:30 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. This is your chance to visit the school, meet teachers and ask any questions before the first day of school (which is August 14). See you soon!
Thoughtful Thursday: In addition to working on education skills this summer, also spend time teaching kids to be kind. PBS Kids recommends creating a kindness tree as a visual reminder of the ways your child is kind.
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We are so thankful for the partnership with Graves Memorial Baptist Church. Once again they are purchasing all school supplies for ALL students at Oak Grove Elementary! Thank you so much GMBC!
Oak Grove's PreK program serves three and four year old students within PCSSD. Meet Ms. Lee, one of the best PreK teachers around! What does Ms. Lee love about Oak Grove? "Everyone works together for the success of all children".
Avoid the Summer Slide this year with this tip from MILLS UNIVERSITY STUDIES HIGH principal, Teresa Moka: "Read anything on a topic that interests you and practice basic math skills to strengthen and maintain your fluency."
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One way to avoid the summer slide is to continue reading. A number of organizations offer programs to encourage reading during the summer. Audible is offering a number of free audio books for for kids of all ages.
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July is Make a Difference to a Child Month. BAKER ELEMENTARY Principal, Dr. Valencia Essel, says: "I celebrate personal milestones - identifying all 26 letters of the alphabet or reading their millionth word, the celebration is equally important!"
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It's still summer, but I've been working to be ready for a great school year. Introducing your new principal, Mrs. Staisey Hodge. It's going to be the best year ever! Get ready to Level UP!
Today is Hug Your Kids Day! Parents and guardians are encouraged to hug their kids. It's also a day to remember that it's important to express love for others. #pcssdproud
Avoid the Summer Slide this year with this tip from PCSSD Teacher of the Year, Ben Light: "Playing games helps students develop the social skills agency needed to engage in meaningful collaboration with their peers."
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Oak Grove Elementary, get ready!
Today is World Emoji Day! July 17 is famously displayed on the 📅 Calendar Emoji, which is why it's chosen as the date for World Emoji Day. World Emoji Day is a celebration of all emojis. What's your favorite emoji? #pcssdproud
WillSub (ESS) will host an informational session for PCSSD subs on July 18 from 1:30 - 3:30pm at PCSSD Central Office (925 E. Dixon Rd.). Questions? Call 877-855-7264
Registration: https://bit.ly/43eUXPO
Application: https://bit.ly/2E61oPF
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Oak Grove Elementary released school supply lists for the 2023-2024 school year. New this year: you can now order items from the list directly from the Oak Grove Elementary website! Find your child(ren)'s grade-level list here: https://oakgrove.pcssd.org/o/oak-grove-elementary/page/school-supply-lists
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July is Make a Difference to a Child Month. PCSSD Director of Humanities Dr. Suzette Bloodman, says: "Words have power. So, let’s use our words to uplift, motivate, and support our children."
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