Spring Break begins tomorrow, April 3, with the Good Friday holiday!
We hope all of our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe and restful break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on April 13!
Due to a bus driver shortage, Bus #40 (Mrs. Ford’s bus) will run approximately one hour later than normal for both morning pick-up and afternoon drop-off on Thursday.
What this means:
*Students who usually ride Bus #40 will instead ride Bus #51 (Ms.
Williams’ bus).
*Pick-up and drop-off times will be about one hour later than your
child’s usual time.
If you need to change your child’s transportation for the day:
* Please complete the transportation form to let us know your plans.
Submit one form per child if you have multiple students.
Please note:
* This form is ONLY for families of students who normally ride Bus #40
(Mrs. Ford’s bus). All other buses will run on their normal schedules.
Thank you for your flexibility and for helping us ensure a safe and smooth dismissal for all students!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemF4x42xZH6eAJbAkdZ0Vk1-ibZKPLpZRaJ2au85gkFco8Wg/viewform?usp=dialog
Fun Day Reminders:
- Please send your child with a change of clothes and a towel. They may get a little wet.
- Sunscreen and hats are encouraged.
- Students should wear shoes that are easy to get on and off.
- Students should wear their 2025–2026 Oak Lane Cougars T-shirt. If you cannot locate your child’s shirt, please try to send them in a shirt that is the same color.
- Parents, please take a moment to check the Lost and Found while you are at school tomorrow.
Volunteers:
All volunteers should plan to meet at 8:30 a.m. in the front lobby for quick instructions before the day begins.
Thank you for helping us make this such a fun and memorable day for our students. We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone tomorrow!
While PCS will not be offering summer camps (aside from Read to Achieve Camp for rising 3rd & 4th grade students) this year, we’re excited to help connect families with a variety of community opportunities for students of all ages!
Availability and registration details vary by program, and some camps may fill quickly—families are encouraged to contact providers directly for the most up-to-date information.
Explore local camps here
Are you a camp provider? Submit your program to be included by sending us a message at communications@person.k12.nc.us
Tomorrow night, Oak Lane will be hosting a Global Family Night for all students in grades Kindergarten through Fifth Grade, and we are so excited to invite you! We will have various stations set up around the school so families can “travel the world” and enjoy activities that help them learn about countries across the globe. Be sure to check out the attached flyer for details about each station.
Our 2nd and 3rd-grade students will also be doing short performances on the blacktop. Our second-grade students will perform cultural songs and dances from Mexico, and our third-grade students will represent China.
It’s going to be a fun, interactive evening for the whole family—your passport will be provided upon arrival! ✈️
Bye, Adiós, 再见 (Zàijiàn), and we look forward to seeing you there!
You won’t want to miss this week’s newsletter—it’s packed with exciting events, celebrations, and important updates!
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✨ Celebrate World Autism Acceptance Month and how we’re building a culture of kindness and inclusion
🌍 Get ready for our Global Family Night—travel the world without leaving Oak Lane!
🎉 Important details about Fun Day (plus how you can volunteer!)
📚 Shoutout to our amazing Battle of the Books students
📅 Key dates leading into Spring Break
📘 Yearbook ordering deadline is almost here!
As we head into Spring Break, we’re also sharing well wishes for a safe and relaxing time with your family 💙
👉 Be sure to check out the full newsletter so you don’t miss a thing!
https://app.smore.com/n/sga9p
🌟 Quick reminder for 3rd Grade Parents-We want to hear from you! 🌟
If you haven't had a moment yet, we'd still love to hear how your student's transition into third grade went. Your input helps helps us improve the experience for future students.
The survey is available in English and Spanish - simply click the links below to share your experience. Thank you for sharing your perspective! 💛📚
English survey link: http://bit.ly/4loWCNp
Spanish survey link: https://bit.ly/46PXR2d
We are so excited for our upcoming Fun Day on April 1st, but we need your help to make it a success!
We have updated our volunteer sign-up link, and you will need to sign up again. This new link includes time slots, so you can choose times that work best for you without feeling committed to staying all day.
👉 Please also help us by spreading the word—we need plenty of volunteers to make this day possible for our students!
Fun Day Schedule:
K–2:
• 8:45–10:15 → First 6 stations
• Lunch
• 11:30–1:00 → Last 6 stations
3–5:
• 8:45–11:45 → All 12 stations
Thank you so much for your support—we couldn’t do this without you! 💙
https://grasshoppersignup.com/s/mfzih0
🐾 Can YOU find the hidden paw print? 👀
Our newest Paw Print Newsletter is live, and this week is packed with important updates, exciting events, and a powerful message for our students!
✨ Inside this week’s edition:
🎯 How we’re helping students navigate peer pressure and build confidence
🎉 Spirit Week + Super Mario Coin Wars fun!
💃 Mommy & Me Dance details (you won’t want to miss this!)
📅 Important dates & upcoming events
☀️ A special update about Fun Day
📚 Yearbook ordering info & more!
👉 Check it out now and stay connected with all things Oak Lane!
https://app.smore.com/n/sga9p
Our next Parenting with Eyes Wide Open is this upcoming Tuesday, March 24, at 6pm!
Topics Covered:
HOPE: (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences)
Presented by our Partners at Vaya Health:
Laura Sharpe, System of Care Coordinator, Vaya Health
Cheyenne Saunders, Youth Partner, Vaya Health
Jeany Sulpha, Family Partner, Vaya Health
Parenting in today’s world can feel overwhelming—but you are doing more good than you may realize! Join us for a HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences) parent session where we’ll explore simple, practical ways to build on your family’s strengths and support your child’s mental health. Learn how everyday moments—connection, encouragement, and feeling supported—can help your child grow with confidence, resilience, and skills that last through their school years and into adulthood.
WHEN: Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
WHO: All Person County Parents (Appropriate for parents of children of all ages. Childcare provided!)
WHERE: Person County Schools Board of Education Meeting Room, 304 Morgan Street, Roxboro, NC 27573
Watch Live at: https://youtube.com/live/XeIXwFpxz94?feature=share
Register at the QR Code on flyer or use this link: https://bit.ly/HOPE-March24
Childcare will be provided on-site.
See our attached flyer for full details.
https://forms.gle/xJxPprj1AcBCgXqX7
With the end of the year getting busier than ever (testing, make-ups, and more), we’re moving Fun Day to an earlier date so ALL students can join in the fun stress-free.
📅 Fun Day will be Wednesday, April 1 (before Spring Break)!
We are looking for volunteers to assist with running the stations!
Responsibilities will include:
Explaining the station to students
Ensuring students are being safe (teachers will also assist with this)
Ensure that materials are returned and organized before the next station rotation.
Help clean up materials at the end of the day.
Students will rotate through fun activity stations all day, and we’ll wrap things up with crowd favorites: Tug-of-War, Kickball, and the 6th/7th Grade “Pie the Teachers”! 🥧
We ask all volunteers to meet in front of the school office at 8:00 on April 1 for more logistics about their station.
*Stations are tentative and may be adjusted before the event.
Please contact Mrs. Bowling if you have questions about volunteering:
bowlingh@person.k12.nc.us
Inside this edition: spring picture day reminders 📸, report card information 📄, spirit week dates 🎉, yearbook ordering, upcoming family events 💃, kindergarten registration details 🐾, and an important principal’s message about kindness and friendship as we head into this busy season of the school year.
There are several deadlines and event dates coming up quickly, so please take a few minutes to read through this week’s newsletter carefully. Your partnership makes a difference! 💙
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3rd grade is an important milestone as students transition to greater independence and new academic expectations. We want to learn from your experience to make the move from 2nd to 3rd grade as smooth and supportive as possible for future students.
How was your child's transition into 3rd grade?
The survey is available in English and Spanish - simply click the links below to share your experience. Thank you for helping our school community grow! 💛📚
English survey link: http://bit.ly/4loWCNp
Spanish survey link: https://bit.ly/46PXR2d
This message is for parents of students who ride Bus #40 (Mrs. Ford's bus). Due to unforeseen circumstances, we will need to run a double bus route this afternoon. Students who normally ride Mrs. Ford’s Bus (#40) will arrive home approximately one hour later than usual. These students will be transported home on Bus #71 after the first route is complete.
We apologize for the inconvenience. One of our drivers experienced a medical emergency today, and we were unable to secure a substitute driver.
If you would like to make a change to your child’s transportation for this afternoon, please call the school office as soon as possible, and we will make sure your message is relayed to the teachers and bus driver.
Thank you so much for your understanding and support.
Person County Schools is hiring a Facilities & HVAC Technician for our Maintenance Department.
Maintenance workers are a vital part of our school system. They work behind the scenes each day to keep our facilities safe, comfortable, and operating smoothly for students and staff.
This role includes performing general maintenance and helping ensure safe conditions throughout the school system.
📍 Position: Facilities & HVAC Technician
🔗 Learn more and apply:
https://person.schoolspring.com?jobid=5558917
Come be part of the team that supports learning in every building, every day.
Our next Parenting with Eyes Wide Open is on March 24!
Topics Covered:
HOPE: (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences)
Presented by our Partners at Vaya Health:
Laura Sharpe, System of Care Coordinator, Vaya Health
Cheyenne Saunders, Youth Partner, Vaya Health
Jeany Sulpha, Family Partner, Vaya Health
Parenting in today’s world can feel overwhelming—but you are doing more good than you may realize! Join us for a HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences) parent session where we’ll explore simple, practical ways to build on your family’s strengths and support your child’s mental health. Learn how everyday moments—connection, encouragement, and feeling supported—can help your child grow with confidence, resilience, and skills that last through their school years and into adulthood.
WHEN: Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
WHO: All Person County Parents (Appropriate for parents of children of all ages. Childcare provided!)
WHERE: Person County Schools Board of Education Meeting Room, 304 Morgan Street, Roxboro, NC 27573
Watch Live at: https://youtube.com/live/XeIXwFpxz94?feature=share
Register at the QR Code above or use this link: https://bit.ly/HOPE-March24
Childcare will be provided on-site.
See our attached flyer for full details.
It's time to vote for your favorite Person County school, principal, staff, student leader, and teacher in the Best of Person County with the Courier Times! Take a moment to vote for your favorite at the link below.
https://www.personcountylife.com/bestofpersoncounty/#//
🚨 Parents — Don’t Miss This!
3 Important Things in This Week’s Newsletter
* 📚 Read-A-Thon Ends Friday
* 💃 Mommy & Me Dance Details
* 📸 Yearbooks On Sale Now
👉 Read the Paw Print
https://app.smore.com/n/sga9p
This is an important announcement for our 5th-grade families!
Southern Middle School will be hosting its Rising 6th Grade Information Night TONIGHT, March 3rd at 6:00 PM at Southern Middle School, located at 209 Southern Middle School Road. This event will take place in the auditorium.
This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about academics, electives, extracurricular activities, and what your child can expect as they transition to middle school. The goal of the evening is to help families feel informed, connected, and confident about this exciting next step. You'll have the opportunity to meet SMS staff, hear from current students, and learn more about the exciting opportunities that lie ahead for students within Person County Schools.
We strongly encourage 5th-grade families to attend. We hope to see you there!
Thank you, and have a great day!"
