Tamika Dees, Head of Middle School
September 11, 2026
Greetings, Middle School Families,
As we are settling in and getting acclimated to school and classroom procedures, what I love the most about this time of year is watching our middle school scholars enjoy lunch in the quad, play tag during recess, and kids just being kids.
Our 7th and 8th graders had an amazing time at Dynamix in Dallas for their annual class trip. This exciting adventure was designed to foster teamwork, ignite problem-solving skills, and create lasting memories.
At Dynamix, students engaged in a variety of interactive challenges and collaborative games that required effective communication and strategic thinking. The trip was an incredible opportunity for students to step outside the classroom and build stronger bonds with their classmates through collaboration and friendly competition.
Our 5th graders experienced the great outdoors on their first Middle School class trip. We started our day bright and early at 7:00 a.m. and traveled to Trinity Forest Adventure Park in Dallas.
Once we arrived, the students were divided into groups and participated in team-building, rock climbing, and Human Foosball. The students were courageous, encouraged one another, and worked together as a team to accomplish various tasks. However, the trip's highlight was ziplining through the breathtaking adventure park and experiencing nature at its finest. To say that the students had a blast is an understatement!
Progress Report 1.1:
The 1.1 Progress Report is now available on your “My Oakridge” parent portal. This document can be accessed and viewed under Classes and Reports. If you need assistance accessing your portal, please email technology@theoakridgeschool.org.
The Countdown To Homecoming Is On: AREA 79
Get ready, Oakridge, because one of the most anticipated events of the year will soon be here. We're brimming with excitement as we prepare for an out-of-this-world Homecoming celebration on October 16, 2026. The transmission link will go dark on October 6, 2026 (T-shirt Order Form Closes), so gather your intelligence before the signal is lost!
Please click the link to access all Homecoming information.
With gratitude,
Mrs. Tamika Dees
Head of Middle School
- September 14th - 17th - True Progress Assessment (Students need headphones/earbuds)
- Friday, September 18th - 6th Grade Class Trip
- Friday, September 25th - No School, Teacher/Staff Professional Development
- Monday, September 28th - Deans’ Day
- Monday, October 5th - Middle School Picture Day
- October 9th - 12th - Fall Break
- October 13th- 16th - Spirit Week
- Friday, October 16th - Homecoming, Early Dismissal
- Wednesday, October 21st - Fall Orchestra Concert
- Friday, October 30th - No School (Parent-Teacher Conferences)
