Tuesday’s professional development looked a little different as the Oakdale Schools Foundation (OSF) and our Parent Teacher Club (PTC) took time to remind our faculty and staff just how much they are appreciated and how they serve the teachers and the students!
OSF President Amber Crosby and PTC President Chelsea Bixler shared the heart behind the incredible grants, experiences, and opportunities OSF and PTC work together to make possible for our students. These two organizations are a powerful team, working hand in hand to make Oakdale a special place to learn and grow! They also brought the ENERGY with some impressive dance moves and gave us a little hype about something exciting in the works! 👀🤫 We can’t share details just yet, but stay tuned!
A HUGE thank-you to OSF and PTC for reminding our teachers and staff that their hard work matters and that they are appreciated more than they know! ❤️
Once a Rocket, always a Rocket! 🚀
Our 7th graders had an exciting day at the University of Oklahoma, putting their creativity, problem-solving, and engineering skills to the test! Working with OU engineering student leaders, students took on an engineering design challenge to build a roller coaster while staying within a budget of 900 SEED dollars. What a fun way to put engineering and budgeting into action!
Afterward, students toured part of the Stephenson Life Science Research Center, connecting their visit to our recently completed chemistry unit. They explored lab equipment, learned about student research projects, and saw the center’s amazing periodic table!
A HUGE thank-you to the Oakdale Schools Foundation (OSF) for making these hands-on learning experiences possible! An OSF grant also covered lunch on campus, making this educational adventure even more special.
Experiences like these bring classroom learning to life and inspire our Rockets to think like future scientists, engineers, and innovators! 🚀
#ProudToBeARocket #OakdaleRockets #HandsOnLearning #OSF
Our 5th–8th grade Sequoyah Book Kickoff was full of creativity, discovery, and FUN! Our amazing teachers went above and beyond to bring books to life with a glow-in-the-dark escape room, science experiments, a classroom transformed into an underwater ocean, and four-sentence stories written by candlelight! Students even tested their balance to see who could last 8 seconds on a “bull” balance board. 🤠🔬🌊
The Oklahoma Historical Society added a special touch with a tub of fascinating artifacts from the 1940s, giving students a hands-on connection to history!
A huge thank-you to Mrs. Jones, our middle school librarian, for organizing this wonderful tradition that gets better every year! And reading is so important at Oakdale that Mr. Still, Mrs. Willhoite, Mrs. Sizemore, and Mr. Burns joined in by presenting books, too! ❤️💙Thank you to our teachers and administrators for making reading exciting and inspiring our Rockets to explore new stories, ask questions, and discover a lifelong love of reading!”
At Oakdale, we don’t just read stories—we bring them to life! 🚀📖
#GoRockets #OakdaleReads #SequoyahBooks #LoveOfReading
Our Rockets sure know how to HAT a good time for a great cause! ❤️💛
From big hats and little hats to multiple hats, silly hats, and festive headbands, we had it ALL! Creativity overflowed, the fun was contagious, and our students showed that even a little fun can make a BIG difference.
🌟 Together, we raised OVER $400 for childhood cancer! 🌟
Thank you to everyone who donated, dressed up, and helped make Hat Day such a success. Every dollar supports a meaningful cause, and we are so proud of our Rocket family for showing up with such big hearts! Hats off to our Rockets for bringing the fun, spreading kindness, and making a difference! 🚀🎩
#GoRockets #HatsOffToOurRockets #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #MakingADifference
🔬🎨 Curiosity in Action at Oakdale! 🚀
A big thank-you to the AEIOU Foundation for visiting Oakdale and bringing engaging, hands-on learning experiences to our students!
The AEIOU Foundation’s mission is to engage every student through diverse arts and sciences, creating unforgettable experiences throughout their school journey. By bringing unique opportunities that may not otherwise be available locally, they help enhance classroom learning, spark curiosity, and inspire young minds to explore, discover, and grow.
Experiences like these remind our Rockets that learning goes beyond the classroom! We are grateful to the AEIOU Foundation for investing in students and helping make learning exciting, meaningful, and memorable.
Thank you for helping our Rockets’ curiosity soar! 🚀💙❤️
#GoRockets #AEIOUFoundation #HandsOnLearning #CuriosityInAction
📚🚀 AUTHOR VISIT COMING TO OAKDALE! 🚀📚
We’re excited to welcome author Dusti Bowling to Oakdale on October 22 for a special visit with our 7th and 8th grade students!
Dusti is the author of the Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus series and The Canyon’s Edge. Students will also have the opportunity to purchase copies of The Drowning Game ($16) and Holding On for Dear Life ($15).
📖 Holding On for Dear Life is a Sequoyah book for students in grades 5–8!
We love giving our Rockets opportunities to connect with authors, discover new stories, and get inspired by the power of reading. We can’t wait for this exciting literary experience! Thanks to Best of Books for partnering with us to bring Dusti to Oakdale.
#GoRockets #OakdaleReads #AuthorVisit #BestofBooks
🍂 FALL BREAK BEGINS TOMORROW ROCKETS! 🍂
It’s time to enjoy a little fall fun and a well-deserved break!
Fall Break: October 15–20 NO SCHOOL
We hope our students, teachers, and staff enjoy time to rest, recharge, and make wonderful memories with family and friends.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back to campus on Wednesday, October 21!
Have a safe and happy Fall Break, Rocket family!
#GoRockets #ProudToBeARocket
🚀 BIG SUPPORT. BIG OPPORTUNITIES. BIG IMPACT! ❤️💙
Even though we had to postpone the Rocket Run, we don’t want YOU to miss the opportunity to support the impact of the Oakdale School Foundation (OSF) and the difference it makes for ALL our students! Any donation amount goes directly to support classroom projects and initiatives at Oakdale.
From STEM activities and school plays and musicals to athletic equipment and extracurricular opportunities, OSF goes above and beyond to fund grants that support so many aspects of the Oakdale experience. Their generosity helps our Rockets explore their interests, discover their talents, and enjoy opportunities that make school even more meaningful!
❤️ Want to help our Rockets shine? Scan the QR code to donate!
#OSF #RocketRun #OSFSupportsourTeachers
🏈 TONIGHT: FINAL HOME FOOTBALL GAME & PINK OUT! 💗
Let’s fill the stands with PINK and Rocket pride as our Oakdale Rockets take on Crossings Christian in our final home football game of the season!
Tonight’s Schedule:
5:10 PM: 8th Grade Football Recognition
5:30 PM: Kickoff!
Halftime: 8th Grade Cross Country & Cheer Recognition
A Few Important Reminders:
Builders Club Concessions: Available tonight — CASH ONLY!
Cashless Gate: Purchase tickets online using the link below, or use the QR code or card reader at the gate.
💉 Vaccine Clinic Tomorrow at Oakdale!
Need to catch up on your vaccines? Passport Health will be offering a convenient vaccine clinic at Oakdale on Tuesday, October 13, from 1:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 Fine Arts Lobby
Vaccines available:
• Flu
• 65+ Flu
• Pneumonia
• Tdap
• Shingles
The clinic is open to Oakdale staff, students, and community members.
👨👩👧 A parent or guardian must accompany students to receive a vaccine.
ROCKETS, LET’S EXPLORE WASHINGTON, D.C., AND NEW YORK CITY! 🗽
Are you a 7th or 8th grade student interested in an unforgettable educational adventure? Join Mrs. Hall, Coach Hall, and Mrs. Reddick for an informational Q&A meeting about our upcoming trip!
📅 Thursday, October 29
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Middle School Library
🚪 Enter through the gym/cafeteria doors.
✈️ Trip Dates: May 21–25, 2027
Students and parents are invited to attend, ask questions, and learn more about the travel plans and this exciting opportunity!
Learn more about the tour company at the link below: School Tours of America Link
We hope to see our future travelers and their families there!
REMINDER-- HAT / HEADBAND DAY IS Tomorrow 🎀💙❤️
Oakdale Rockets, let’s get creative and show off your style! On Monday, October 12, bring $1 and wear a fun hat or decorated headband to school!
💛 All donations will go to a charity supporting childhood cancer. Every dollar helps make a difference! Let’s fill Oakdale with creativity, school spirit, and big hearts. ❤️💙
#ProudToBeARocket #OakdaleRockets #HatAndHeadbandDay
💗🚀 Oakdale Rockets PINK OUT for football game!🚀💗
📆Home Football Game
Tuesday, October 13
💗Wear Pink!
Show your support for breast cancer awareness and research.
Scan to Support Research
The QR code links directly to the donation campaign. The link also connects to the donation campaign. Breast Cancer Research Foundation Link
Go Rockets! Wear pink, raise awareness, and help make a difference! 💗🚀
🏆🚀 GMAC CROSS-COUNTRY CHAMPIONS! 🚀🏆
Congratulations to our Oakdale boys’ and girls’ cross-country teams on an incredible race at GMAC this week!
❤️💙 GIRLS TAKE THE GMAC TITLE! 💙❤️
Our girls ran hard, competed as a team, and brought home the GMAC championship! A special shout-out to Ramsey Gary, who took 1st place overall! Way to go, Ramsey! 🥇
Congratulations to our other girls’ medal winners:
🏅 Elise Miller
🏅 Callie Langford
🏅 Emma Kuchta
🏅 Eden Bryant
🏅 Leslee Pape
💙❤️ OUR BOYS BROUGHT THE FIGHT, TOO! ❤️💙
Our boys gave it their all, and Noah Bryant and Nolan Hendrix earned medals! Way to represent, Rockets! 🏅
We are proud of every runner who showed up, worked hard, and raced for their team. Your dedication and determination continue to make Oakdale shine!
Way to go, Rockets! Keep running strong! 🚀🏃♀️🏃♂️
#ProudToBeARocket #OakdaleCrossCountry #GMACChampions
🚀🎩 HAT / HEADBAND DAY IS MONDAY! 🎀💙❤️
Oakdale Rockets, let’s get creative and show off your style! On Monday, October 12, bring $1 and wear a fun hat or decorated headband to school!
⭐ Whether you choose a favorite cap, a silly hat, or a headband full of sparkle, let’s make it a fun day while supporting a wonderful cause!
💛 All donations will go to a charity supporting childhood cancer. Every dollar is a chance to make a difference!
Let’s fill Oakdale with creativity, school spirit, and big hearts. ❤️💙
Wear your hat, rock your headband, and help make a difference! 🚀
#ProudToBeARocket #OakdaleRockets #HatAndHeadbandDay
🎉 It feels like Christmas morning in Kindergarten! 🎁
Our kindergarten students are having a blast enjoying their brand-new indoor recess goodies for the very first time! The excitement was definitely on full display as they explored all the fun new ways to play, create, and enjoy recess indoors.
A huge THANK YOU to OSF for helping make sure our students have what they need—even when it comes to recess! ❤️💙
We are so grateful for your support of our Rockets and for helping make school even more fun! 🚀
Thank you, OSF, for helping our students PLAY, LEARN, and SHINE! ✨
🌿 Oakdale Outdoors Club is getting outside and making a difference! 🦋
This month, our 4th–7th grade students are becoming citizen scientists as they collect valuable data for nationwide monarch research! WOW!! 👏Today was an exciting day in our school garden—we counted 17 monarch caterpillars! 🐛🦋
Our students have also completed training on how to capture, tag, and safely release monarch butterflies. Now they’re keeping their eyes open for monarchs as these amazing butterflies make their way through our area during migration.
What an incredible way to combine science, outdoor exploration, and real-world research right here at Oakdale! We can’t wait to see what our young scientists discover next! 🌱🔬🦋
Way to get outside, Rockets! 🚀
#OakdaleOutdoors #ProudToBeARocket #CitizenScientists #MonarchMigration
Happy National Principals Month! 🚀
Today we’re celebrating Mrs. Willhoite, Mr. Burns, and Mrs. Foster—three incredible leaders who work together every day to build the very best Oakdale!
From greeting students first thing in the morning to staying late to support our athletes to participating in the Sequoyah kickoff, they continually go above and beyond for our Rocket family.
Thank you for all you do for our students, teachers, parents, and community. Your leadership, dedication, and willingness to jump in wherever you’re needed make a difference every single day.
We are grateful for the trio who keep Oakdale moving forward and help make our school a place where everyone can learn, grow, and shine!
Happy National Principals Month! We appreciate you more than you know! ❤️💙🚀
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #ProudToBeARocket #OakdaleRockets
