Dr. Sarah Schecter, Head of Lower School
May 1, 2026
Dear Lower School Parents,
Ten Lower School students who qualified will represent Oakridge in the State PSIA academic meet in San Marcos this weekend. We are so proud of our students’ accomplishments and wish them well at State this weekend.
- Addie Morris - Creative Writing
- Elizabeth Penn - Creative Writing
- Lincoln Brennan - Listening Skills
- Thomas Flynn - Mathematics
- Akul SInghal - Mathematics and Number Sense
- Tahina Ganguly - Number Sense
- Eli Hilburn - Number Sense
- Aatman Shrestha - Number Sense
- Audrey Black - Ready Writing
- Jude Waldo - Ready Writing
Next Friday is Field Day and Fine Arts Night. Third and fourth graders will sing at 5:45 p.m. in the Fine Arts Performance Hall, and art will be on display throughout the Lower School.
As we look forward to a fun and full day on Friday, May 8 with Field Day and Fine Arts Night, please note that Owls' Nest extended care will be available from early dismissal until 3:00 p.m. only. Please be sure to send lunch if your child plans to attend. For any questions you can email Marissa Desjardins Cox at mdesjardins@theoakridgeschool.org. We appreciate your understanding and hope you enjoy the day’s events!
Kind regards,
Sarah Schecter
Head of Lower School
Summer Reading begins May 13!
Students in all divisions can check out a Bespoke Summer Reading Bag from the library. They’re welcome to pick their own books, or we can put together a selection for them.
Each bag will include a golden ticket for a raffle at the start of the school year. To enter, students can write one sentence or draw a picture inspired by something they read over the summer.
We’ll hold the raffle during the first week of school, with prizes like gift cards, art supplies, and more.
In July (date coming soon), students can return to the library to check out new books and decorate their bags. We’ll also have craft days, story time, special guests, and book-themed activities.
Order Your Yearbook - Deadline Today!
It’s time to secure your keepsake for the school year! We are excited to announce that the 2026 Yearbook is officially available for purchase through the Parent Portal. Books are included in tuition for grades 7-12 but must be purchased for students in PS-6th grade.
- Price: $75 per book
- Deadline: The portal is open now and will close on May 1st.
Don't wait! While there may be a very limited number of books available for purchase after the deadline, these will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. To guarantee your copy, please complete your order through the portal by May 1st.
- May 5: Hat Day (with uniform)
- May 8: Field Day, 10:00 a.m.
- Early Dismissal, 11:45 a.m. and
- Fine Arts Night, 5-9:00 p.m.
- May 14: Musical Theatre Performance, 7:00 p.m.
- May 18: Day of Kindness
- May 19-22: 11:30 Dismissal
- May 19 & 20: Fourth Grade BIG Sale
- May 22: Last Day of School, Fourth Grade Clap Up & End of Year Parties
