Jim Andersen, Head of Upper School

October 10, 2024

 

Parents and students,

Congratulations on completing a wonderful first marking period! We hope your fall break is filled with rejuvenation, relaxation, and great memories. We look forward to seeing you again on Tuesday, October 15 when classes resume. Don’t forget Tuesday is Super Mario Character Dress Day!

In this email, you will find information about the following:

• Fall Break 

• Parent Teacher Conference Day- October 25

• Homecoming and  Homecoming Dance

• US Trips

PARENT CONFERENCE DAY: Parent Conference Day in the Library is Friday, October 25. No classes are scheduled that day, so teachers are available to visit with you. You may schedule your appointment(s) here. If no slots are available to meet with a teacher, we are happy to schedule alternative times.

HOMECOMING: This is the perfect opportunity for Upper School students to get together and enjoy each other.  Shared experiences are key to building friendships and relationships.  You do not need to have a date to attend. Homecoming week is October 15-18. Game day is Friday, October 18. The homecoming dance is Saturday, October 19, in the MAC on campus from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased here. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $20.00.  Any non-Oakridge student needs to have a guest form to attend. The guest forms are in the Upper School office. The dance is for students in the 9th grade or older. Students are breathalyzed upon entry, and if a student leaves before 9:30 pm, Mr. Andersen must be contacted at the time of departure from a parent. His cell is 817-319-4750. 

HOMECOMING DRESS AND SPIRIT DAYS  Show your spirit during this special week by dressing in the theme of the day.  All dress must adhere to our non-uniform dress expectations in the handbook. Students may choose to wear their uniforms. 

• Tuesday- Super Mario Day- come dressed as a character from Mario
• Wednesday- Tetris Day- Wear the color t-shirt for your grade 
• 9th Grade- Blue
• 10th Grade- Green
• 11th Grade- Yellow
• 12th Grade- Red 
• Thursday- Wii Sports Day- Wear your favorite sports jersey or t-shirt
• Friday- HOMECOMING- Wear your homecoming shirt or Oakridge spirit wear

US School Trips

9th - An amazing 4-night/5-day trip to Big Bend and Carlsbad Caverns! Click HERE for details and to register. We are three students short of making our number for the trip. This is a phenomenal opportunity for our freshmen!  

Orchestra and Tech/ Design and Engineering- A 3-night/4-day trip: Disney World Orchestra or Engineering Adventure! Click HERE for details and to register.

The  Upper School Team