Oxford Community Schools

🎉 We are excited to recognize Kristin White as the Daniel Axford Elementary Support Person of the Year! Kristin is an incredible asset to our school community, always going above and beyond to meet the needs of our students. Her calm demeanor, positive attitude, and ability to connect with each child creates an environment where students can thrive and succeed. Kristin’s professionalism and dedication are truly inspiring. We are so lucky to have her on our team at DA! Congratulations, Kristin, and thank you for making a lasting impact on our students every day!🌟 #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

Huge thanks to Tiffany Letkowski for her incredible dedication to the Lakeville learning community! 💙Mrs. Letkowski is always ready to lend a helping hand with kindness and a smile, she makes a difference every day. Congratulations on being named Support Staff of the Year at Lakeville Elementary—you’ve truly earned it! 🌟 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🎉🏆Congratulations to Shannon Shafer on being named Oxford Elementary's Support Staff of the Year!!! She is an invaluable part of the school! She leads the innovative STEM programs, organizes events like the Book Fair, and fosters a love for reading! Her dedication extends to mentoring students, supporting staff, and creating a positive school environment. 🌟She truly deserves this recognition!!👏 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🎉Congratulations to Allison Miller for being OHS's Support Person of the Year! 🌟Allison is such an incredible support to both students and staff in the testing room. She shows up every day with a smile, ready to tackle anything that comes her way. She’s friendly, organized, and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure everything runs smoothly. She helps with transition assessments for IEPs, keeps track of student accommodations, and follows up with students who need extra time or have been absent. Allison makes sure projects and tests are completed and returned to teachers on time, all while staying connected with staff and spreading positivity. We’re so lucky to have her on the team—thank you for all your hard work, Allison! 💛💙 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🎉Congratulations to Kelly Pizzo on being Clear Lake's Support Person of the Year! 🌟 She is a trusted, kind-hearted leader who forms strong relationships with students, staff, and families. Her dedication shines through in her work with PBIS, SEL lessons, IB Student of the Month, and more. Mrs. Pizzo goes above and beyond, always bringing positivity and support to everything she does. Thank you for making such a difference! 💙 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🎉 Congratulations to Jane Vickery on being Oxford Middls School's Support Person of the Year! Jane has made a remarkable impact at Oxford Middle School as a media center paraprofessional. Her dedication to curating resources and fostering a welcoming environment has made the library a hub of learning and creativity. 📚✨From supporting students and staff with research and projects to promoting literacy initiatives, Jane consistently goes above and beyond. Her efforts extend beyond the school as she contributes to community programs at the Oxford Public Library, enriching lives through reading events and educational workshops. 🌍💛 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🎉Congratulations to Judy Vitucci for being the Oxford Community Schools Nominee for Oakland County's Support Person of the Year!! 🌟For over 20 years, Judy has been an amazing asset to the Oxford Early Learning Center. From being the first to arrive every morning at Leonard to creating safe, engaging, and nurturing environments for students ranging from preschoolers to 5th graders, Judy's commitment is unmatched. 💙💛Her wealth of knowledge about the program is extraordinary, yet she continuously seeks new professional growth opportunities to ensure the very best for the students. Judy goes above and beyond without hesitation—always volunteering for extra tasks, lending a hand in other classrooms, and stepping in wherever she's needed! Thank you, Judy!!!

🎉📚Ms. Hoke’s 4th grade students at OES surpassed their reading goal of 15,000 minutes by logging an impressive 17,436 minutes for the month of March! To celebrate this amazing achievement, they had a glow party filled with solving math/reading glow-themed mysteries, playing Jeopardy, and of course dancing! Keep shining bright, readers! ✨ #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🎨 3rd Grader Summer R.’s amazing artwork is on display at Modern Marketplace in downtown Oxford all through April! Stop by to admire Summer’s creativity and support our young artists and local businesses! #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟Apply Now for SUMMER EBT What are SUN Bucks? 🌞“SUN Bucks” is the new name for the Summer EBT program. Eligible families of school-age children will receive $120 per child for qualifying groceries during the summer. Families that submitted an Education Benefit form this year are NOT automatically qualified for this program and WILL NEED TO APPLY for SUN Bucks directly through the MI Bridges website. Families already participating in SNAP, TANF, or FDPIR programs ARE automatically enrolled to receive SUN Bucks. 🌞How do I apply for SUN Bucks? The application is available online through the MI Bridges website and can be found at the bottom of their website. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until August 31, 2025; however applications need to be processed before April 15, 2025 to be eligible for the first issuance of SUN Bucks in May. This program is NOT retroactive, so early submission of an application is recommended.🌟 Click Here to enroll: https://newmibridges.michigan.gov/s/isd-landing-page?language=en_US&utm_campaign=SEBT2&utm_content=family&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

At this week's board meeting, students who shine in the arts, athletics, and academics were recognized by their principals and celebrated by the entire board and community. Congratulations to all who were honored—we are so proud of you! 📸 Just a few snapshots from a night full of smiles and applause! #WorldclassWildcats #OCSWildcats

♾️ April is Autism Acceptance Month! Oxford Community Schools celebrates neurodiversity and fosters a world where everyone feels valued and understood. This photo, shared by our Leonard teachers, is just one way our staff is helping spotlight the month. Together, we are creating a more inclusive and compassionate community. #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

🎉 It’s Assistant Principals Week, and we couldn’t let it pass without giving a huge shoutout to the incredible APs across Oxford Community Schools! Our assistant principals do so much—supporting students, encouraging staff, solving problems big and small, and helping our schools run smoothly each and every day. Thank you for your dedication, your kindness, and your steady leadership. We appreciate you! #WorldclassWildcats #OCSWildcats

📣 Our next Community Conversations is happening April 29 from 6–7 PM — and this time, it’s virtual! 💻 Join from home, your car, or wherever works for you. We’ll be talking about school safety in various forms, and how we’re continuing to strengthen support for our students and staff. Let’s keep working together to make our schools the very best places for kids to learn and grow. RSVP here ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/mrckt854 A Zoom link will be sent before the meeting.

🌟Volunteers Needed! 🌟 Join us in making a difference by helping local homeowners in need with basic yard work April 26th & 27th! Let’s come together as a community to lend a hand and share some kindness! Click the link to learn more and to sign up - bit.ly/ogb2025!

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 Oxford High School. Door #2 will be unlocked for entry to the building. This regular board meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m.

📢 Parent University: Vaping 101 📢 Learn about the challenges of youth vaping and how to support a vape-free lifestyle at this interactive workshop presented by the North Oakland Community Coalition. 📅 Date: Monday, April 14, 2025 📍 Location: 10 N. Washington, Oxford, MI 👥 Who: Parents/caregivers of students in grades 5 and up 📝 Register here: https://forms.gle/JHWVgF9RujA4p5J59 We hope to see you there!

We’re excited to announce Trevor Potts as our new Head Varsity Football Coach! Coach Potts has been part of the Oxford staff since 2020 and brings 15 years of coaching experience from Rochester Adams. He’s played a major role in growing our program and is ready to lead our Wildcats into the next chapter under the Friday night lights! Let’s go, Wildcats! 🐾

The Career and Technical Education Department is seeking advice and assistance from key business and industry partners in order to keep our state-approved CTE programs up to industry standards.👩‍🔬🚑 We would like to invite YOU to become a member of the CTE Advisory Committee, which meets approximately two times per year. The purpose of the Advisory Committee is to collaborate with one another and to provide recommendations for the continuous improvement of our CTE programs. Oxford High School currently has 9 programs and 4 Early Middle College Programs: - Mechatronics - Digital Multimedia - Automotive Technology (Early Middle College) - Marketing (Early Middle College) - Computer Programming - Radio & Television Broadcast Technology - Business - Health Science - Finance (Early Middle College) - Information Technology (Early Middle College) The Spring Career and Technical Education Advisory Committee Meeting will be held in the morning on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 8:15-9:45am in the PAC lobby. If you or someone you know may be interested in serving on any of our program committees, please contact Career Focused Education Director, Lisa Butts, at lisa.butts@oxfordschools.org

Nominate a deserving individual TODAY for the 2nd Annual Cares Awards! Your recognition can shine a light on those who truly make a difference for our students with disabilities. Nominations are open for: - Teachers - Paraprofessionals - Bus Drivers - School Staff - Supportive Peers https://tinyurl.com/OCSCares2025