School Supply lists for the 24-25 school year are on USD341.org now!
OES: https://5il.co/2pf26
OJSHS: https://5il.co/2nih4
The softball regional bracket has been released. We are the #3 seed in the McLouth Regional but we will begin play at Valley Falls on Monday May 13th. Start time for the game is 4:00. Should we advance we will play the rest of the tournament at McLouth. A link to the bracket is below. There will be an admission fee. Adults $8 Students $6. No passes will be honored. Cash only. If you have any questions contact Scott Whaley, swhaley@usd341.org.
https://www.kshsaa.org/Public/ScoreCenter/Brackets/Softball/2-1ARegional.cfm?Activity=2&Class=8&WeekID=5812
⚾️🐻⚾️HS Baseball Regionals⚾️🐻⚾️
Brackets have been released. Oskaloosa is playing in the Maur Hill Mount Academy Regional and are seeded #1. The Bears begin play Wednesday, May 8th on the campus of Benedictine College in Atchison. They will play the winner of the first game between Troy and McLouth. Approximate start time for Oskie will be 4:00pm.
Maur Hill made a few announcements regarding the games:
🔴Oskaloosa will play the 2nd game of the afternoon. The 1st game will start at 2:00 PM. We will play the winner of that game 25 minutes after its conclusion.
🔴There will not be concessions available at the Benedictine College field.
🔴No passes will be accepted.
🔴There will be an admission fee.
Adults - $8
Students - $6
🔴Gates will open at 1:30
A link to the bracket is below.
https://www.kshsaa.org/public/ScoreCenter/Brackets/Baseball/2-1ARegional.cfm?WeekID=5825
Go Bears!!
This summer USD 341 will be providing a Summer Lunch Program. It will run from June 3rd to June 28th feeding ages 1-18. Please note all meals must be eaten in the MPR and food can not be taken to go.
Change of date for HS Royal Valley Track Meet
Oskaloosa VIP Roundup will be on May 14th and 15th this year. Please keep in mind that your child needs to be 4 by August 31st to attend VIP next school year.
We will post a reschedule date once it has been determined.
If you're looking for an engaging and educational summer experience for your child, look no further. Washburn Tech camps, designed for rising 7th to 10th graders in the Topeka, Kansas region, offer hands-on learning in a variety of exciting fields. From auto service and collision repair to culinary arts and healthcare, each camp is crafted to spark curiosity and enhance skills.The dedicated sessions on electrical, diesel technology, plumbing, and more not only broaden knowledge but also highlight potential career paths. Join WIT in June for a week of learning, discovery and fun in Topeka! For more information: https://www.washburntech.edu/about-us/summer-camp.html
Unsure of a reschedule date at this time.
Students & Parents!
Maybe you've noticed the link in the weekly Bear Banner newsletter or you've already utilized the website, but for those of you who have missed it: Ms. Newman has created a web page with links to the scholarships she has received. Please be sure to check it out for many local scholarship opportunities. There are plenty of scholarships with due dates drawing near!
https://sites.google.com/usd341.org/ojshscounselor/scholarship-information
Book Fair Coming Soon!
When: Monday, April 8 - Friday, April 12
Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (Will not open before 8:00)
Extra hours open:
Monday, April 8 - will be open till 6:30 pm - Family Fun Night! Win prizes!
Friday, April 12 - will be open till 6:30 pm - Final Fair Night
Where: School Library
The FFA Chapter is very proud to announce that we have an apparel store! All FFA members received a T-shirt for selling 10 or more fruit sale items, but if you would also like to sport the FFA apparel you now can! We have hoodies, crewnecks, shirts, and hats. If any of these items interest you, shop the link! Hurry, our shop closes April 2nd.
https://oskaloosaffa.spiritsale.com/
No School for Students March 4th
PD day for USD 341- We host the NEKL Music Festival
Spring picture day for elementary students will be on March 5th. SEND NO MONEY ON PICTURE DAY! A proof or portrait package will be sent home from the school with information on how to order (Allow 3-4 weeks). PICTURE DAY ATTIRE Choose colors that compliment your child. Solid colors and small patterns work best. Avoid clothing with large images and logos.
We will have representatives of our concurrent course partners available for parent information during conferences. If you have any questions about the courses your student is interested in for next school year, please stop by and talk to them.
Enrollment meetings are coming up. 6th & 7th grade will be on March 6th at 5:30-6:00 and March 7th at 3:30-4:00. March 6th at 6:30-7:00 and March 7th at 4:30pm.
Join FFA for their Pancake Feed from 6:00-7:30pm at the OHS Basketball Game.
https://fb.me/e/8sxc2iSOw
📣 The JV boys BB game scheduled for tonight, Feb 9th, has been shortened to 2 quarters. We are not adjusting the schedule. The varsity girls game may start earlier than normal.
Join us in celebrating FCCLA week!
Good luck to the King and Queen of Courts candidates!
