Oakie Bulletin (10.20.23)

This Week at Oakcrest

Junior Ring Ceremony

The Class of 2025 received their Oakcrest rings as part of the traditional Junior Ring Ceremony this week. Class President Van H. '25, shares a sweet message to her classmates.

7th Grade visits Baltimore

With a visit to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and to the Walters Art Museum, the 7th grade class enjoyed seeing their history classes come to life!

Anne of Green Gables Tea Party

The sixth grade class hosted their annual Anne of Green Gables tea party after reading the beloved novel. They invited special guests, dined on tea and cakes, and practiced proper tea etiquette!

College Counseling Corner

Upcoming College Rep Visits

The following colleges and universities will give presentations to students during lunch period in Room 139:

Monday, October 23: St. John's University

Wednesday, October 25: Stonehill College

Thursday, October 26: Seton Hall University

Friday, October 27: Carnegie Mellon University

Go Chargers!

Athletic Highlights

Athletics Calendar

Congratulations to Catherine D. '24 for making Oakcrest history with her 5k Cross Country time at the VCAC Meet #3.

Catherine rose to first place in our school list of All-Time Top 10 runners with her time of 20:50.

Tickets are going fast for

You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown

You won't want to miss our Upper School Production of You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown! From the famous comic strip Peanuts by Charles M. Shultz to the stage, you will love the show!

Purchase your tickets today!

Patrons of the Arts Reception

Friday, November 3, 5:30 pm

Our Patrons of the Arts sponsorships grant you priority seating on opening night, provide you an opportunity to share your business with the Oakcrest family, and enjoy a pre-show reception with fellow patrons in support of a great cause!

Purchase your Patrons of the Arts sponsorship

Student Events

Upcoming Student Events

Wednesday, October 25: 10th grade Chemistry Cookie Project Presentations; Sister Family Pumpkin Decorating
Friday, October 27: Sound Bites

Parent Spotlight: Mrs. Laura Mochen

(Catherine '25, Emily '29)

Since Catherine entered Oakcrest in 2018, Mrs. Mochen has been a leading force in helping with family events such as the Advent Mass and Dinner, the Family Tailgate, and the Founder's Day Mass and Dinner.

She has shared her time in many ways including as serving as an OPA Board member and coordinating volunteers.

Thank you, Mrs. Mochen!

Parent Events

Admissions Open House is tomorrow!

Saturday, October 21

10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Online registration has closed but walk-ins are welcome!! Please invite any families who may be interested in visiting Oakcrest this weekend as a choice for their daughter.

Download and Share the Open House Flyer

Mothers Fireside Fellowship

Thursday, October 26

7:30 pm

Library

Join Oakcrest mothers for a special evening by the fire.

RSVP

Father-Daughter Hike

Saturday, October 28

9:00 - 11:00 am

Riverbend Park

Join Fathers Club for a fun activity!

RSVP

Veterans Day Video Submissions: If you would like to honor a member of your family who is serving or has served in any of the military branches, please submit any new information or special messages to Josephine von Dohlen at jvondohlen@oakcrest.org. Please include photo, rank/title, military service.

Deadline for submissions is Wednesday, November 1.