Oxford Community Schools

School social workers are the heart 💛 of our schools. They step in when students are struggling, providing support, resources, and hope when it’s needed most. Their impact is immeasurable—helping families navigate challenges, working alongside staff to remove barriers to learning, and being a trusted presence for students. To our school social workers: Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to our students. Your work changes lives, and we are beyond grateful for all you do! 👏. While last week was School Social Workers' Week, we appreciate you every day! #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

🌟 This week, district administration got to 🎉SURPRISE Ms. Kathy Ferguson to congratulate her on being named Teacher of the Year for Oxford Early Learning Center! The big surprise was that she will now represent our district in the Oakland County Teacher of the Year competition! Ms. Kathy motivates students to participate and show positive behaviors in the classroom by creating a strong sense of community and bringing out the strengths in every child. She does this by working with each child individually, helping them grow. Ms. Kathy creates classroom jobs for her students, giving them real roles in their community and ensuring everyone can succeed. She’s also right there with them, participating in activities like climbing, jumping, and getting dirty. She’s always modeling problem-solving and conflict resolution, even planning these situations to help guide the kids. Congratulations, Ms. Kathy! 🏆🎉

🎉 Congratulations to Mrs. Amelia Haggadone on being selected to represent our district as Oakland County Elementary Teacher of the Year, as well as receiving the Teacher of the Year award for Lakeville Elementary School! Mrs. Haggadone is reflective, loving, and deeply admired as both an educator and a person. She is positive, calm, and genuine, starting each day with intentional purpose for her class. She reminds students to "activate school mode" before entering the classroom and takes extra time to build meaningful relationships that make every student feel a sense of belonging. Mrs. Haggadone engages her students through original songs and her passion for learning. She’s also amazing with technology, using it to keep her students highly engaged. She incorporates music and a variety of brain/movement breaks to help students learn how to focus and take care of themselves. 👏🌟 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

Big props to the OHS admin team for bringing the fun on Day 1 of Charity Week! 😂 Their dodgeball team, the Screaming Goats, had everyone cracking up and made for a great start to the week! 🐐 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🎉Parents and Caregivers of Elementary Aged Students! Please join our Elementary School Family School Liasons Wednesday, March 12th, at 1:00 PM via Zoom, to learn some coping and problem solving skills that you can implement at home!🎉 See the flyer for registration information!

What an unforgettable season for our boys varsity basketball team! With a 21-1 record in the regular season, they fought hard in the state tournament this week but came up just short against Davison. While the loss was heartbreaking, we couldn’t be prouder of how they handled themselves both on and off the court. This photo, graciously shared by Davison's photographer, Rusty Bashore, perfectly captures the spirit of our Wildcats. We're proud of our team, their character, and the incredible season they gave us. 💙💛 #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

🎉 Surprise! 🎉 This morning, we had the honor of recognizing Mr. Steve Ruch as Oxford’s nominee for Oakland County Teacher of the Year! 🏆💙💛 The OHS administration and district leadership team surprised him in class, creating a memorable moment for a teacher who has dedicated 37 years to inspiring students. Mr. Ruch teaches CTE, Marketing, and DECA to students in grades 9-12, bringing real-world experiences into the classroom and equipping students with essential skills for success. Known as a "legend" among his students, Mr. Ruch doesn’t just teach marketing—he lives it by guiding students through DECA competitions, helping them build leadership and business skills that set them apart. Under his mentorship, Oxford students have excelled at the state and national levels, and his dedication has made Oxford’s DECA chapter a standout. Beyond the classroom, Mr. Ruch is also a mentor, coach, and role model. Whether he’s leading students in DECA, coaching football, or simply offering words of encouragement, he continuously demonstrates what it means to lead with integrity, respect, and passion. His impact stretches far beyond Oxford High School, shaping students’ futures in ways that last a lifetime. Congratulations, Mr. Ruch! This recognition is well deserved, and we are so proud to have you representing Oxford in the Oakland County Teacher of the Year program! 🎉👏 #WorldClassWildcats #OCSWildcats

Dear Oxford Schools Families, We invite you to join us for Community Conversations—an opportunity to connect with board members and district administrators, discuss important topics, or simply stop by to say hello. - Tuesday, March 11 – Daniel Axford Elementary, 6:00 p.m. - Tuesday, April 8 – Oxford High School, 6:00 p.m. These informal gatherings will focus on topics like academic programs, student wellness and support, safety and security, future planning, facilities, or anything else that's on your mind. No speeches, no presentations—just meaningful conversations in a relaxed setting. Refreshments will be served, and the Board of Education meeting will follow at 7:00 p.m. We hope you’ll join us! Oxford Community Schools

🛍️📚Our first graders at DA are wrapping up their unit on economics with an exciting Market Day! Over the past several weeks, they've worked hard to earn classroom money to spend and took charge of providing goods or services to sell. Through this hands-on experience, students learned about needs, wants, goods, services, consumers, producers, and customer service. 😊 One of our favorite days in first grade, where learning meets fun! 🌟 #WorldclassWildcats #OCSWildcats

This incredible piece of art was done by 8th grader Carson LeRoy at OMS! Thanks to Summit Physical Therapy for proudly displaying this amazing piece! #OxfordMIArt #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

📅 Attention 5th Grade Parents! 📅 Here are some important dates to mark on your calendars: Feb 28th: OMS Counselors to Elementary Schools March 5th: Parent Night at OMS March 7th: Course Selection Sheets Due May 28th/29th: 5th Grade OMS Tours

🎨 Hello Wildcats! Let's show our 8th grade artist, Taryn, some support for this amazing piece of art! ✅ Vote for Taryn once per day following this link (it doesn't ask for any information from you): https://www.artsonia.com/museum/aotw/vote.asp Voting ends March 1st so act fast! #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

This evening’s board of education meeting will be live-streamed courtesy of OCTV and can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/@OCTVMichigan. For those attending the meeting in person, the meeting location is at Lakeville Elementary School. Door #2 will be unlocked for entry to the building. This regular board meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m.

🏀 History in the Making! 🏀 We’re thrilled to celebrate our district’s first-ever Unified Basketball Team! 🎉 This amazing team brings together athletes with and without disabilities, playing side by side to promote inclusion, teamwork, and sportsmanship. But it’s more than just basketball—it’s about breaking barriers, building friendships, and having a blast on the court! 👏 Huge shoutout to our players, supporters, and coaches Stacy Sahr and Emma Scribner for making this season so special! #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

🎓 Interested in obtaining an IB diploma, but need more information? Please attend one of the following meetings: Student meeting: February 26th @ 9:45 am in room 317 Parent/Student meetings: February 26th @ 6 pm (Zoom) March 5th @ 6pm (OHS Media Center) 💻 Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/DPparentinfo ❓Any questions, contact the DP coordinator Julie Carman at julie.carman@oxfordschools.org

February is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month! Please join us as we shine a spotlight on and give a big shoutout to our incredible CTE programs and staff! These dedicated professionals are shaping the future workforce with their commitment and expertise. CTE provides opportunities for high school students to explore careers, gain real-world skills, and to help find a path to a career they are passionate about. 💲🎞️🤖💻🚗⚕️ For more information on the CTE programs at Oxford High School, please contact the Director of Career Focused Education, Lisa Butts. lisa.butts@oxfordschools.org #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

Earlier this month, current 9th and 10th grade students at OHS with an interest in enrolling in the IBDP had the opportunity to shadow DP courses to see what they were all about. In advisory on February 11th, students also participated in a Q & A session with current Diploma Programme students. This helped students learn what the IBDP has to offer and how it may fit into their academic and personal goals!🎓 ⭐If you are interested in learning more about the IB Diploma Programme at Oxford High School, please join an upcoming informational meeting: Student meeting: February 26th @ 9:45 am in room 317 Parent/Student meetings: February 26th @ 6 pm (Zoom) March 5th @ 6pm (OHS Media Center) 💻Zoom link: https://tinyurl.com/DPparentinfo ❓ Any questions, contact the DP coordinator Julie Carman at julie.carman@oxfordschools.org❓

OHS student, athlete, and mentor Nolan Mauser took time last week to connect with our middle school students, showing the power of positive role models. As part of their "Personal Best" unit in 6th grade ELA, students have been reflecting on the qualities that make someone a great leader. OMS students, including Chase Clark, look up to our OHS Wildcats as role models, and today was a great opportunity to see that leadership in action. Not only did Nolan take time to meet with Chase, he also spoke with our 8th grade WEB leaders about the importance of leadership and how even the smallest interactions can make a difference. We are so proud of him for stepping up as a mentor and setting an example for our younger Wildcats! 👏 #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

🌿🎉 Huge congratulations to the Leonard Elementary Green Team and Mrs. Bensman for winning the highest honor in the Green Prize competition! Their vision for a sensory garden using earth-friendly materials is becoming a reality thanks to this incredible grant. A big thank you to the Detroit Zoo for delivering the check, and an even bigger shout-out to Mrs. Bensman for always going above and beyond for our students! 💙💛 Stay tuned for updates! 🌱✨ #WorldclassWildcats #OCSWildcats

🏖️⚽Come join the fun at OELC for Summer Camp! Ages 6 months to 12 years! 🌞🎶 Registration begins TODAY for current families and March 3rd for new families!