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THE LION'S ROAR NEWSLETTER

OAK MIDDLE SCHOOL

August 26, 2018

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LAUSD WEBSITE

Oak Middle School Website

Oak PTA E-mail

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OAK MIDDLE SCHOOL WEEKLY UPDATE

Academics, Athletics, Activities and the Arts

SPOTLIGHT ON PHYSICAL EDUCATION: At Oak, students are engaged in both fitness and skill development in our physical education department. This week, students began their first rotations in soccer, basketball and jump rope. Our teachers Mrs. Reynolds, Mrs. Velasco, Mr. Meckna and Mr. Stembridge encourage all students to work towards their personal best.

SPOTLIGHT ON ACADEMICS: In mathematics, students learn to utilize their understanding and knowledge of number sense to solve problems. They work collaboratively and encourage each other to think more deeply, and build on what they already know. Teachers check for understanding with every student answering every question with flash card answers, write on desks, and fun and challenging math games.

Teachers at Oak help to promote a GROWTH Mindset for all students!

Students in Mrs. Moushon's 8th grade science learn about density through inquiry based labs.

SPOTLIGHT ON VISUAL ART: Our visual art program is in full swing. Under the direction of Mrs. Van derLInden, students are learning to work with negative space drawings. Each student is creating their own designs using a variety of patterns.

DID YOU KNOW?

DID YOU KNOW.... On Wednesday, LAEF donated $30,000 to support STEAM programs at secondary schools, which means $10,000 was donated to OAK!! We are so grateful for their ongoing support! The funds will be put to good use in our Engineering Program, Science Olympiad, and science classrooms at Oak. These donations are made possible by the community's support of LAEF's King and Queen of Hearts campaign. It is fantastic to have LAEF as our district's non-profit partner. To learn more about LAEF, click here

DID YOU KNOW.. There will be a Science Olympiad parent meeting on Tuesday, August 28th at 6:00 p.m. in room 9? Tryouts for the Science Olympiad team will be on Tuesday, September 4th at 3:10 p.m. in room 75. Please join Mr. Miko and Mr. Maya for a great year of Science Olympiad at Oak. Did you know our Oak science Olympiad team medaled in several events last year?

DID YOU KNOW... CLUB RUSH IS APPROACHING? What is Club Rush? It's an opportunity to check out the clubs we offer at Oak. This event will take place during lunch on Monday, August 27th. Stop by the outside tables and see what Oak has to offer. Students, if you are interested in starting a club, you need a teacher to facilitate it. Forms to start a new club are in the front office.

DID YOU KNOW... OAK MIDDLE SCHOOL WILL HAVE A COLLABORATIVE EFFORT BETWEEN OUR CHORAL MUSIC AND DRAMA PROGRAM? ALL SCHOOL OPEN AUDITIONS WILL BE HELD AFTER SCHOOL SEPTEMBER 4-7TH. SIGN UP IN THE CHOIR ROOM FOR A SLOT BY AUGUST 31ST. CLICK HERE FOR FLYER ELF JR. THE MUSICAL IS OPEN FOR ALL STUDENTS.

DID YOU KNOW... OAK HAS A SCHOOL SITE COUNCIL AND WE NEED YOU? We are looking for a few volunteers to be part of our School Site Council composed of site administration, parents and students. This committee meets four times each year: September 20, December 13, February 28 and May 2nd all at 3:30 p.m. at Oak. If you are interested in joining our School Site Council, please email Mr. Mendrin at amendrin@losal.org

DID YOU KNOW... ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A ZERO PERIOD CLASS? LAEF is excited to introduce a new before school class, Mandarin which will occur daily from 7:50-8:30 a.m. at Oak beginning on September 4th! Your child will be immersed in the Chinese culture through art and music while learning Mandarin. The cost is $499 and the class will conclude on December 21. Sign up now at www.LAEF4kids.org/programs .

Mandarin – LAEF is excited to introduce a new before school class, Mandarin which will occur daily from 7:50-8:30 a.m. at Oak beginning on September 4th! Your child will be immersed in the Chinese culture through art and music while learning Mandarin. The class will conclude on December 21. Minimum of 20 required to run the class. (Daily – $499)

Public Speaking – Do you want to become a powerful public speaker before your peers? Public speaking is designed to teach presentation skills for informative, persuasive, debate, and impromptu styles of speech delivery. It will also focus on the written aspect of speech organization, as well as how to be confident and comfortable in front of an audience. This course prepares students for a variety of academic and other situations in which formal presentations are required. Students will learn how to research, outline, and deliver short, informal presentations as well as longer speeches. Students will also learn about the qualities colleges’ value and how to strengthen their preparation for college. (Mondays – $175)

Drawing and Painting – Master the fundamental techniques of Drawing & Painting while expanding your conceptual boundaries and developing your own artistic vision! Students will create images to tell stories, convey information, and evoke emotions. In our Drawing & Painting class, students will be guided by an instructor with an artistic background. Students will learn techniques, create projects, and use processes that will allow them build a great portfolio. They will also have the opportunity to learn techniques from classical to multicultural artists from around the World. (Fridays – $175)

All registration information is presented at www.LAEF4kids.org/afterschool . Teacher bios and no class days are on our website. Multi-class discounts available – 10% off the 2nd class and 15% off any class thereafter. It is applied to a family or individual student. Call (562) 799-4700 x80424 or email programdirector@LAEF4Kids.org .

DID YOU KNOW...Scholarship Club applications will be accepted starting Monday 8/13 until Wednesday 8/22? Applications are available on the Oak website on the club page or are available in the Main office. The first meeting will be Monday 8/27 after school in the MPR. Scholarship club first semester is only open to seventh and eighth grade students.

DID YOU KNOW... You can celebrate a birthday while helping our Oak Middle School Scholarship Club raise money for the McKenna Claire foundation that supports research for Pediatric Cancer?If you would like to post a birthday on our marquee, please click the link and fill out the paperwork. Celebrate Birthdays at Oak click here to print the birthday form

DID YOU KNOW.... Every Friday is Spirit Day at Oak? Please wear your favorite Oak Tee or show your school pride by dressing in our school colors: Blue and Yellow.

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Erin Kominsky

Principal, Oak Middle School

ekominsky@losal.org

WHAT'S HAPPENING AT OAK THIS WEEK?

STEP IT UP FUNDRAISER IS STILL GOING STRONG! PLEASE CONTINUE YOUR PLEDGES FOR OAK! ALL PLEDGES ARE DUE ON AUGUST 30TH . REMEMBER, ALL STUDENTS WITH A $60 DONATION OR MORE WILL RECEIVE A TICKET TO THE STEP IT UP EXTRAVAGANZA EVENT ON OCTOBER 23RD. WHO LET THE DOGS OUT??? WE ARE STILL GIVING AWAY DOGS THIS WEEK IF YOU HAVEN'T TURNED IN YOUR SLIPS YET. WE ARE HALF WAY TO OUR GOAL! YOUR DONATIONS GO TO SUPPORT OAK STUDENTS THIS YEAR AND WE CAN'T WAIT TO DREAM BIG FOR OAK!

MONDAY (8/27) Club Rush today at lunch! Continue STEP IT UP fundraising

TUESDAY ( 8/28): Science Olympiad Parent information meeting 6:00 p.m. Oak

WEDNESDAY ( 8/29): Modified Wednesday 2:00 dismissal for period 7

THURSDAY (8/30): Turn in your Step It Up pledges today!

Cyber bullying assembly

New York/DC parent meeting 7:00 p.m. Oak MPR

FRIDAY (8/31): Show your school spirit today!

Scroll down to order your spirit wear. All merchandise will be delivered to

school and delivered to students.