Tamika Dees, Head of Middle School

January 10, 2025

Greetings, Middle School Families, 

We are so excited about the amazing things that we have in store in the Middle School for 2025. We are truly looking forward to class trips, field trips, various showcases, and recognition ceremonies! 

On Wednesday, January 29, we will host our Oakridge-Live! All School Admission Showcase. This event is not just for prospective families, but also an opportunity for current families to have conversations with Division Heads, connect with other families, and preview the next grade level or division. We hope that you are able to take advantage of this special event for a sneak peek of all of the amazing things that are happening at Oakridge in the upcoming school year.

Our STEM Showcase which will be held on January 31, will include science experiments conducted by approximately 40 Middle School students, as well as students from other divisions. These phenomenal entries range from a variety of fields including biomedical science, physics, engineering, and botany. Please come out and see our future scientists and engineers in action.

Our 7th and 8th graders will have an opportunity to attend an overnight class trip this spring. We hope your child is able to participate as this is a great opportunity for team building, bonding, and making lifetime memories. 

Finally, the 2nd marking period, final exam, and semester grades can be accessed via the parent portal. This report can be accessed via your Oakridge Parent Portal and viewed under Classes and Reports. 

With profound gratitude, 

Tamika R. Dees
Head of Middle School

 

Information Station:

• January Food4Life Menu
• 7th Grade Class Trip- March 26-28 
• 8th Grade Class Trip- April 9-11

Upcoming Events: 

College Advising has a jam-packed January calendar filled with informative events. Our first one is on Tuesday, January 14th, at 8:15 a.m. on the Bridge. Please join us for an informative coffee chat session with guest speaker Adam Ingersoll from Compass Education Group, a leading expert on standardized testing. Learn about the latest trends in college admissions testing and get personalized guidance on test prep strategies. Please RSVP for the Coffee Chat here.