Oakwood CUSD #76

Hello Oakwood Comet Nation! Here is the link to our "For the O!" Podcast. https://omny.fm/shows/community-connection-vermilion-county/the-community-connection-september-13th-larry-mayn

Here's a link to the Back To School Newsletter from Superintendent Maynard: https://www.smore.com/0p34m

Traffic Update: We have been notified that I74 has been opened up, but Rt 150 is backed up through Oakwood. Please expect delays in our transportation routes and traffic. Stay Safe.

Due to the extreme heat and how that will impact our school bus riders during their afternoon route home, we are going to take extra hydration precautions for our students and provide a water bottle for their ride home.

Friendly Reminder: School Safety Update -The Illinois State Police has informed local school districts that at the beginning of the 2023-24 school year, they will proactively focus on vulnerable roadway users before and after school. They will be in school zones looking for violations of -- cell phones, hands-free driving, speed zones, seatbelts, school bus safety, and any other distractions that may compromise the safety of our school zone areas. Thank you in advance for your awareness and support.

Registration Information for the 2023-2024 school year can be found at the following link: https://www.oakwood76.org/page/2023-2024-registration-information

Here's the link to the latest For The O! Newsletter: https://www.oakwood76.org/page/for-the-o

The Vermilion County Sheriff’s Department will be conducting training exercises at the old Newtown School on Thursday, July 20, 2023, from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. So any unusual Police activity observed there is in partnership with this training. We are happy to support our local law enforcement and Vermilion County Sherriff's Department.

School Safety Update -The Illinois State Police has informed local school districts that at the beginning of the 2023-24 school year, they will proactively focus on vulnerable roadway users before and after school. They will be in school zones looking for violations of -- cell phones, hands-free driving, speed zones, seatbelts, school bus safety, and any other distractions that may compromise the safety of our school zone areas. Thank you in advance for your awareness and support.

OPEN POSITION - School Resource Officer. Go to www.oakwoodil.org or stop into the Village Hall for an application.

Here's some upcoming dates and times for the end of the school year: 1:40 PM/1:50 PM dismissal on Thursday, May 25th and Friday, May 26th. There is no school on Monday, May 29th. The last day of student attendance is an 11:40 AM dismissal day on Tuesday, May 30th. Have a great summer break!

Celebrating Senior Night for Comets Baseball!

Oakwood Junior High 8th Grade Awards Night is scheduled for Monday, May 15 at 6 pm in the grade school gymnasium.

May 8 - 12, 2023 TRIBUTE: Thank you, Oakwood CUSD #76 Educators & Staff! You are truly the heart of our communities. Your students love you, and so do we. Thank you for always putting the needs of your students above your own. We look forward to showing our appreciation to you each day this week which includes a lunch on Wed. provided by the BOE & Supt.

Come support the OGS PTO on Tuesday, May 2nd from 4 PM - 10 PM at Texas Roadhouse in Champaign. See the flyer for more details!

Oakwood CUSD #76 is looking for a District Transportation Director for the 2023-24 school year. Come join our great team of School Bus Drivers! If interested in learning more about this opportunity please contact the Superintendent's Office at 217-446-6081 or send a resume, cover letter, and 3 letters of reference to maynardl@oakwood76.org.

Congratulations to our 2023 Golden Ruler Award Recipients who were recognized last night; Mrs. Wells, Mrs. Marsh, and Mrs. Nicoson. We appreciate your heart for the students of Oakwood CUSD #76. You are a great representation of the values that we share in our school district!

Wednesday, April 26th is an Early Dismissal day for a Teacher's Institute. Oakwood High School Dismisses a 11:30 AM. Oakwood Grade School and Oakwood Junior High dismiss at 11:40 AM.

ILLINOIS PRINCIPAL ASSOCIATION’S - 2023 PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR AWARD FOR THE ILLINI REGION IS MS. NICOLE LAPENAS FROM OAKWOOD GRADE SCHOOL! CONGRATULATIONS!

Oakwood Junior High School Honor Roll for 3rd Qtr! Great job students. We are proud of your academic accomplishments.