This Week at Oakcrest
10th Grade Cookie Project

What happens when you change the ingredients for your favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe? Ask a 10th grade student!! In their Chemistry class this week, students tested different variables and analyzed (and tasted!) their results.
6th Grade visits Meadowlark Gardens

The sixth graders kicked off their Grade Level Experience by visiting the nearby Meadowlark Botanical Gardens. They used their senses to observe their surroundings, write a haiku, and sketch their observations. The class will return to the gardens throughout the year to note the ways their surroundings change.


Why does Mrs. Lanzilotti love teaching at Oakcrest?
College Counseling Corner
Oakcrest students recognized by College Board and National Merit Scholarship Program

Congratulations to Erin King ’23, who was named a Commended Student in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship Program and to Teresa Reilly ’23, Ariana Conway ’24, and Faven Kifle ’23 for their National Recognition Awards from the College Board.  
Upcoming College Rep Visits
The following colleges and universities will give presentations to students during lunch period in Room 139:

October 3 - Fairfield University
October 4 - University of Virginia
October 5 - University of Dallas
October 6 - Louisiana State University
Parent Spotlight
Chrissy Castillo
Mother of Kateri ’21, Gianna ’23, and Carmen ’25 
  • Chrissy has served as a parent ambassador for the past six years, sharing her Oakcrest experience with prospective parents at Admissions events and welcoming them into the Oakcrest community. 
  • She joined the board of the Oakcrest Parent Association in 2018 and served as Chair of the Board for two years. She is currently the Vice Chair of the Board. 
  • In 2019, Chrissy led the Acorn Club, which brings together both sixth grade girls and their mothers for monthly gatherings - a wonderful place to cultivate friendships between girls and between mothers during their time at Oakcrest. 
  • Chrissy volunteers on numerous event committees and has given so much of her time, talent, and friendship to Oakcrest. She was awarded the title, Volunteer of the Year in 2022. Thank you, Chrissy! 
Fall Spirit Week Theme Days
  • Monday, October 3: Movie Monday - Lights! Camera! Action! Kick off Spirit Week with a bang and dress up as your favorite movie character.  
  • Tuesday, October 4: Time Travel Tuesday - George Washington, Charlie Chaplin, Napoleon…come dressed as an historical figure. The possibilities are endless!  
  • Wednesday, October 5: Wacky Wednesday - The wackier the better. The more mismatched the better. Throw in some wacky hair as a bonus!  
  • Thursday, October 6: Throwback Thursday - Find an old picture of yourself and recreate the outfit. Carry around the picture so people can see your inspiration. No pajamas or onesies, please!
  • Friday, October 7: Class Spirit Shirt Day - Class cheers and a game sponsored by Student Council.
Parent Support Events
Dr. Leonard Sax: Forming Women of Courage

Thursday, October 6
7:00 pm

Fathers Club presents a discussion with Dr. Leonard Sax about The Key Role Dads Play in the Intellectual, Spiritual, and Character Development of their Daughters

Family Enrichment:
Matrimonial Love
Demo Session
Saturday, October 8
7:00 pm
Our Family Enrichment Course this year is Matrimonial Love. The six-session course is designed to help married couples professionalize personal, marital and parental development through the case study method.
Discourse on Moral Theology and Ethics

Ethics 101 Course Begins Oct. 8
Ethics 102 Course Begins Nov. 19
Oakcrest mothers who are interested in delving into the moral teachings of the Catholic Church are invited to attend Mom's Night Out taught by Theology Teacher Holly Salls.
Laura O'Neill '96, LPC: Bolstering Your Relationship with your Daughter

Saturday, November 12
7:00 pm

Laura O'Neill will share her insights on the book Hold on to Your Kids by Gordon Neufeld, Ph.D. and Gabor Mate, MD.
Chargers Updates
Congratulations to our Middle School Tennis Team on winning their very first match in school history!! Go Chargers!
Theatre Department
Looking to donate an old bridesmaid's dress or gown?

If you have an old dress sitting in your closet that you've been hanging on to for no reason and you'd like to get it off your hands we would love for it to make its debut in the The Sound of Music! We are looking for a variety of sizes to fit our actresses. 
Contact Dr. Ricci with any questions.
Oakie Outfitters
Get your Oakcrest flannel pants!
As the weather cools, be sure to get some warm flannel pants and sport Oakcrest!
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