
August 2022 Newsletter for Oakbrooke Parents
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August is Immunization Awareness Month. The World Health Organization reports that immunizations prevent 2-3 million deaths every year in all age groups from diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, and measles. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


Are you interested in becoming a substitute teacher with PCSSD? Our partner, WillSub, is now hiring substitutes for the 2022-2023 school year! For a limited time, background checks are free. Learn more and apply online: https://trst.in/xCpvSj
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Attention Oakbrooke families: we'll be hosting our Open House on Friday, August 19 from 5:00-7:00 pm. Please take a look at which time slot to attend (based on your last name). This open house is your chance to meet the teacher, tour the school and drop off supplies. See you soon!


We have another leader to introduce from Central Office at PCSSD. Welcome Dr. Kirk Freeman as our new Director of Human Resources. Dr. Freeman has worked for 7 school districts over the past 20 years. Congratulations, Dr. Freeman! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


Are students in your community looking for meals during the summer? Visit www.fns.usda.gov/meals4kids for the USDA Meals for Kids Finder. The interactive map is updated weekly. You can also text "Summer Meals" to 914-342-7744 or call 1-866-348-6479. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


Baptist Health Community Outreach is offering back-to-school immunization clinics in Little Rock throughout the month of August. For more information and to pre-register, call 501-202-1540. Walk-ins are welcome.
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Happy Friday!
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SYLVAN HILLS JUNIOR HIGH principal, Mr. Yvone West, is offering some tips to help students avoid the summer slide.
"Parents can involve students in vacation planning: Calculating distance, mapping directions, and times to help critical thinking."
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July is National Make a Difference to a Child Month. Rachel Blackwell, Digital Learning Facilitator says "Active listening is so important for children. Let kids know what they say is meaningful. This helps build deeper relationships."
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PCSSD Teacher of the Year, Mr. Bokari Williams, is offering some tips to help students avoid the summer slide.
"Exercise, play, workout, run, ride a bike, skateboard, scooter, jump rope for 60 minutes a day."
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PCSSD is excited to announce our new deputy superintendent, Dr. Sonya Whitfield! Dr. Whitfield served as principal at BAKER ELEMENTARY since 2015 and 3 other PCSSD elementary schools before that. Can't wait to see Dr. Whitfield excel in this role! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


Happy Friday!
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Open House is less than a month away! Oakbrooke Open House; Friday, Aug. 19 from 5-7 pm. Meet the Teacher, Drop off Supplies, Join the PTO at https://oakbrooke-elementary-school-pto.square.site/
Each parent/guardian must join each year. Ice cream party for class(es) with 100% joining! Our school needs all parents/guardians involved! Sign up for committees/events at Open House! See you there!

MILLS MIDDLE principal, Dr. Lisa Watson, is offering some tips to help students avoid the summer slide.
"Read at least 15-20 minutes a night to keep your reading levels progressing. Keep a journal of your reading by writing what you read about."
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PCSSD elementary and middle school principals spent the week at the NAESP principal conference in Louisville, KY. Leaders from across the country sharpened leadership skills, knowledge around how federal policies and programs impact education. #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


July is National Make a Difference to a Child Month. JOE T. ROBINSON ELEMENTARY principal, Dr. Taniesa Moore says, "Take the time to "see" each child. Listen with your heart. Respond with love and respect."
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PCSSD Teacher of the Year, Mr. Bokari Williams, is offering some tips to help students avoid the summer slide.
"Practice and review multiplication numbers 0-12 written and verbally."
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


Are you interested in becoming a substitute teacher with PCSSD? Our partner, WillSub, is now hiring substitutes for the 2022-2023 school year! For a limited time, background checks are free. Learn more and apply online: https://trst.in/xCpvSj
#pcssdproud #equityandexcellence


Today is Global Hug Your Kids Day to celebrate the relationship between parents and children. This is one more reason to express the love you have for your children! #pcssdproud #equityandexcellence
