Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, January 19th (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day).
There’s a lot happening at Oak Lane, and we don’t want you to miss a thing! Inside this week’s newsletter, you’ll find:
✨ Important dates & upcoming events
📘 mCLASS Midyear Reading Assessments for K–3
🚌 Bus safety reminders
🎒 Attendance matters—every minute counts!
📊 Quarter 2 report card reminders
🎉 Field trips, screenings, family events & more
Our students are learning why showing up every day (when healthy) and being on time helps them grow, learn, and reach for their dreams—and we’re excited to partner with you in that work!
📖 Take a few minutes to read the newsletter and stay in the loop so you can support your Cougar every step of the way.
👉 Click the link, mark your calendar, and stay connected!
🐾 More info, more smiles—don’t miss the Cougar File: https://app.smore.com/n/sga9p! 😄📚
We’re back and ready for an amazing 2026! This week, students will review PBIS expectations to show responsibility, respect, and kindness every day.
📌 Important Dates:
Jan. 7: School resumes
Jan. 9: Quarter 2 report cards go home
Jan. 14: AR Field Trip for students who met their goal
Don’t forget to check backpacks, stay connected on ClassDojo, and encourage healthy habits at home.
Let’s make this year full of learning, joy, and Cougar pride! 💚🐾
📎 Read the full newsletter here: https://app.smore.com/n/sga9p
Tag Parents! You're It!
Tomorrow, Friday, December 19, is an Early Dismissal Day. Students will dismiss at 12:45. Buses will arrive approximately two hours and 15 minutes earlier than our regular dismissal days! After-school care will be closed tomorrow afternoon! If your child typically attends after-school care, please call the school before 12:00 to let us know his/her dismissal procedures!
Our campus has been filled with excitement and anticipation this week. As we prepare to pause for the break, I want to thank our students, families, and staff for a wonderful first half of the school year. Your continued support, partnership, and commitment to our school make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students each day.
We hope the upcoming break provides time for rest, reflection, and special moments with family and friends. Please remember to stay safe over the holiday, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready to learn in the new year.
From all of us at Oak Lane Elementary, warmest wishes for a joyful and safe winter break!
Reminder: No School for Students (Monday, December 22nd - Tuesday, January 6th)
We look forward to welcoming everyone back in 2026!
As we prepare to pause for the break, I want to thank our students, families, and staff for a wonderful first half of the school year. Your continued support, partnership, and commitment to our school make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students each day.
We hope the upcoming break provides time for rest, reflection, and special moments with family and friends. Please remember to stay safe over the holiday, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready to learn in the new year.
Warmest wishes for a joyful and safe winter break!
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12:00 pm EBPS
12:30 pm EIFS/PECIL
12:45 pm Elementary/High
1:00 pm Middle
December is here, and our latest Paw Print Newsletter is packed with everything you need to know to stay in the loop this busy and festive month! From field trips and spirit days to our important mid-year assessments, you won’t want to miss a thing. 💙
✨ Here’s a sneak peek of what’s inside:
❄️ A warm message about maintaining strong routines during this exciting season
🧠 What students are learning in Morning Meetings (hello, managing big emotions!)
💻 Remote Learning Day reminder
🎄 December Spirit Days
🎭 School-wide trips to see Rudolph the Musical
💃 Battle of the Books Winter Dance
📆 Important dates you’ll want on your calendar
🚌 Bus expectations and safety reminders
🤝 PTO updates, lounge stocking info & more!
There’s a LOT happening at Oak Lane — make sure you’re up to date so your child doesn’t miss out on any of the fun or the important details.
👉 Click and read the full Paw Print now!
Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay PAW-some! 🐾💙
https://app.smore.com/n/sga9p
With the forecast calling for some messy weather, tomorrow—Friday, December 5th—will be a Remote Learning Day for all students and staff.
📘 Learning from home:
Teachers have already sent home work packets for students to complete. To be counted present, please make sure your child returns their completed packet when we’re back on our regular schedule.
The good news is, whether it's rain, snow or an icy mix - our families and staff are safe and we will not have to make up this missed school day since students have assignments to complete at home.
💬 We’re here for you:
Our teachers and staff will be available throughout the day on ClassDojo and email if you need anything or have questions.
Stay safe, stay warm, and enjoy the cozy start to your weekend! ❄️💙
Today was the official due date for Texas Roadhouse gift card orders… but we know some of you are still digging in backpacks, checking kitchen counters, and whispering, “I know I put it right here…” 😅
Good news: We’re accepting straggler orders TOMORROW MORNING ONLY — and we mean absolute latest, final-final, no take-backsies, the-door-is-closing kind of deadline.
Our Texas Roadhouse representative will be at Oak Lane tomorrow to collect all envelopes and payments, and once she scoops them up… that’s it! No extra rolls, peanuts, or gift cards can be added after that. 🐮📬
So set the reminders on your phone, pack those envelopes, and let’s get those last-minute orders in! 🙌🎁
There’s A LOT happening this month, and we don’t want you to miss a thing.
Don't forget that Texas Roadhouse order envelopes and payments are due tomorrow! Forms of payment accepted: Cash, Checks made payable to Oak Lane PTO, Venmo or PayPal made payable to @OakLaneElementarySchool-PTO. Please include the student's name in the memo line so we can tie it to the correct order form.
📌 Want to know about field trips?
📌 Holiday programs?
📌 Assessments?
📌 Important reminders?
➡️ It’s all right here!
Tap to read and stay in the loop! 🐾❄️
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Heading to Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving gatherings this week?
Remember to invite your family and friends to purchase a Texas Roadhouse Gift Card to support Oak Lane PTO! 🐾
All orders & payments are due the day we return — Monday, December 1.
Accepted payments:
💵 Cash
✏️ Checks payable to Oak Lane PTO
📱 Venmo/PayPal: @OakLaneElementarySchool-PTO
➡️ Please include your child’s name + “Texas Roadhouse” in the memo/notes.
Helpful Tip:
If you're collecting orders from multiple friends or relatives, we recommend gathering all payments first, depositing them into your personal account, and then submitting one single payment to the PTO. This helps ensure everything is correctly connected to your student’s sales—easy, accurate, and quick!
Thank you for supporting our school! 💙🐾 We hope you have an amazing Thanksgiving with family and friends!
Tuesday 11/25
Theresa Baptist Church
3919 Chub Lake Road
5:00 - 6:00 pm
As we enter this season of thanks, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for our incredible school community. Each day, I am reminded of how fortunate we are to learn, grow, and work alongside such dedicated families, joyful students, and committed staff.
Thank you for your partnership, your support, and the many ways you contribute to making our school a place where every child feels valued and inspired. Whether you volunteer your time, encourage your child at home, or simply send them to school ready to learn, your efforts make a meaningful difference.
I hope this Thanksgiving brings moments of rest, connection, and joy for your family. We are truly grateful for you, and we look forward to continuing this school year with a full heart and a shared commitment to our students’ success.
Wishing you a warm and wonderful Thanksgiving holiday! Please take a moment to read this week's Paw Print Newsletter for important updates and reminders!
Attention Parents of Students Who Ride Bus #71!
Beginning Friday, November 21, Bus #71, Mrs. Montague's bus route will change. With the bridges on Hester Store and John Allen Roads now reopened, the bus will be able to resume the normal route. This means students who were previously affected by the closures will once again be picked up at their homes and will no longer need to meet at an alternate location.
Please refer to the message posted in ClassDojo Bus #71 Group chat for the updated estimated pick-up and drop-off times for all students.
As we adjust to the new route, we ask you to please be patient—times may fluctuate slightly (between 5-10 minutes) over the next few days. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
