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If your teen is a junior this year, you need to set aside Thursday, December 12 to attend Junior Parents Night, from 7:00-8:30 p.m. at Oxford High School. This program is specifically designed to provide you with the information you need to help your child reach his or her education goals. Whether you expect your […]

A taste of college life in the summer

Are you currently enrolled in the 10th or 11th grade? Are you willing to explore new concepts, alternative ideas, other people’s values and think outside the box? Do you have strong talent you’d like to further develop in the arts, sciences or technology areas? Are you emotionally mature and able to adjust to being away […]

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The month of January marks the annual observance of School Board Recognition Month ? a time to salute the work of school board members and celebrate public education. The state’s 4,200 elected school board members in 560 local and 57 intermediate school districts are honored by their schools and community for untiring dedication to school […]

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“In education the closeness of students to a good or great man or woman is the finest we can offer our children.” ? Seymour St. John Each year, Oxford Schools recognizes the special men and women in our school district who each day offer our children the very best of themselves with but a single […]

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One way to attract and keep the best employees is through programs that recognize their outstanding performance. By publicly acknowledging staff members, we not only let them know they are appreciated, but also help the entire community understand the value we place upon their work. There are frequent opportunities to recognize teachers, administrators, and even […]

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Parent/Teacher Conferences for all grade levels and schools have been rescheduled due to last week’s snow day. The new dates are: n March 12: 7:30-10:00 a.m. at Oxford Middle School and Oxford High School and 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Lakeville and Oxford Elementary Schools n March 19: 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Clear Lake and Leonard Elementary Schools […]

Schools superintendent pens letter to parents

Dear Parents: In light of recent world events, the Department of Homeland Security has elevated the nation’s alert status to orange. As we face the difficult days, weeks and months to come, I am writing to assure you that the first priority of our staff is to protect the well being of each and every […]

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Our schools are dedicated to providing all children with the education necessary to succeed in school and in life. Holding high expectations for our students is not new. All Oxford Area Community Schools are accredited by the North Central Association school improvement program. This is a rigorous five-year commitment involving research, goal development, strategic planning […]

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Numerous studies have documented that parent involvement with students and schools boosts achievement, test scores and long-term student success. In Oxford Schools, we encourage parents to volunteer in the classroom and media center, for field trips and special events and participate in our PTO and booster organizations, to get involved with their child’s learning and […]

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If you have ever had to pack a box and move to a new apartment or house, you know what a tremendous job it can be. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, millions of Americans relocate each year, sometimes across state lines, county lines, or just down the block. Whatever the distance, the process of […]