Monthly Principal's Message — November 2026

November 2, 2026

Dear Parents/Guardians:

We are in the process of refurbishing our gymnasium floor and stage. New planks have been installed and debris from the damaged flooring has been removed. While the sanding, staining, and varnishing are still in progress, the gym will be completely off-limits. Thankfully we have been experiencing lovely weather, so the children are able to play outside.

Please take note of the following upcoming events and updates:

1. Pink Day Collection – We were able to donate $300 to the American Cancer Society and the organization will triple our contribution.

2. Math Challenge – We have completed our Third Annual Math Challenge. The winners are: Grade 3 - Abigail Young Grade 4 - Ailyn Mitchell and Leilani Wilson Grade 5 - Ariana Brady Grade 6 - Dinah Stephen and Caleb Kiage Grade 7 - Elizabeth Hazel Grade 8 - Andrew Kiage

3. Parent/Teacher Conferences (No School) – Teachers will meet with parents on Tuesday, November 3 from 10:00am – 12:30pm and 12:30pm – 5:30pm. Please note the teachers will have a lunch break from 12:30pm – 1:30pm. The conferences can be in-person or via zoom. Contact your child's teacher(s) to schedule a time for your session. Please be aware that if your account is not up to date, you will not be able to have a conference or receive a report card.

4. Professional Development Day – School will be closed on Thursday, November 5 for Teachers' Professional Development Day.

5. Home and School Meeting – Parents, please make a concerted effort to attend the Home & School meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 10. Zoom Meeting ID: 935 9342 8364 Passcode: ops

6. Veterans Day – School will be closed on Wednesday, November 11.

7. Basketball Tryouts (Grades 5 – 8) – Coach Dan will be at Oakview on Wednesday, November 18 from 3:30pm – 5:00pm for tryouts. Please have your child complete the consent form in order to participate.

8. Proposed Volleyball Program – Oakview School is considering introducing an after school volleyball program for students in Grades 5 - 8. We would like to know how many parents are interested in having their child/children participate in the program. The cost of the program would be $50 per month. If you are interested in the proposed program, please indicate your interest by completing the parent response slip that your child was given. Your feedback will help us determine the level of interest and assess the feasibility of establishing the program.

9. Student Council - The candidates will make their campaign speeches on Friday, November 20, at 9:00am and the Student Council Elections will be held on Wednesday, December 2.

10. Picture Day – Monday, November 23 will be picture day. Please note that the date has been changed from November 19 to November 23. All students must wear their full formal school uniform. Gym uniforms are not permitted on picture day. Online ordering information will be sent to you forthcoming.

11. STEM Project Exposition – Students in Grades 3 & 4 will have their exposition on Tuesday, November 24.

12. Thanksgiving Recess – On Wednesday, November 25, school will be held on Zoom and classes will dismiss at 12:00pm. There will be no school on Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27. Monday, November 30, 2026, will be a Digital Learning Day. Students will remain at home and complete assignments provided by their teachers, while our teachers visit other schools to observe classroom practices and learn from fellow educators.

13. Family Fall Fest will take place on Saturday, December 5, at 5:00pm at the North Bronx Seventh-day Adventist Church. Flyers and Collection Envelopes for the Fall Fest Program will be sent with the students this week. We encourage you to actively reach out to your friends and family for donations. Your efforts make a big difference!