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Mark your calendars for the Oakwood Junior High Winter One Act Plays, taking the stage in the OHS Auditorium on January 24-25!

This year’s performances include:

• “Appropriate Audience Behavior” by Ian McWethy
• “Superheroes: With Great Power Comes Ordinary Responsibility” by Ian McWethy

The run time for both plays combined will be approximately 90 minutes, including one intermission.

Showtimes:

• Friday, January 24: 4:30 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday, January 25: 7:00 p.m.

Ticket Information:

• Students/Seniors: $5
• Adults: $8
• Faculty/Staff: Free

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Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy an evening of humor and entertainment while supporting our talented junior high performers!

The Oakwood Schools Foundation is thrilled to invite you and your talented children to the Oakwood Arts Gala: Cultivating Creativity on Saturday, March 1st, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Oakwood High School Auditorium!

Exciting Highlights:

• Performance by Dayton Performing Arts Alliance string ensemble
• Opera Artist-In-Residence performance
• Student Art Contest Winners Showcase
• Silent Auction and Raffle
• Delightful charcuterie

Why Students Should Participate:
This is a fantastic opportunity for young artists to have their work displayed and celebrated. The art contest provides a platform for students to showcase their creativity and be recognized for their artistic talents.  

Students in grades K—12 are encouraged to submit their artistic works. You can learn more about the process and send in your submissions by filling out this Google Form. Submissions are due by February 13, 2025.

Oakwood Arts Gala Details
Date: March 1, 2025
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Oakwood High School Auditorium
Dress Code: Elegant or elevated casual attire

Support the Arts:
By participating, you'll be supporting the Oakwood Schools Foundation's Flourish Phase 2 initiative to enhance the high school auditorium. Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased on the Oakwood Schools Foundation website. 

Parking:
- Adjacent parking lot
- Schantz Ave. in front of Mack Hummon Stadium
- Surrounding neighborhood

We can't wait to see your child's artistic brilliance shine at this extraordinary event!

QUESTIONS? Email Contact@Oakwoodschoolsfoundation.org.

January is School Board Recognition Month, and Oakwood Schools is proud to honor its Board of Education members for their dedication, leadership, and service to the district and community.

“Our Board of Education members provide unwavering support and guidance to ensure our students have access to high-quality educational opportunities,” said Superintendent Dr. Neil Gupta. “As we begin the second half of the 2024-2025 school year, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to our incredible staff for their dedication to our students and families. This new year also brings renewed energy to our mission: ‘Together we learn. Together we achieve. Together we prepare students for tomorrow.’ This collaborative spirit is at the heart of everything we do.”

The Oakwood Board of Education plays a vital role in establishing policies that guide district operations and supporting the success of students and staff. The Board’s leadership has been instrumental in recent accomplishments, including implementing Phase 1 of the Master Facilities Plan, expanding STEM initiatives, and adopting a strategic vision for the district’s future.

The members of the Oakwood Board of Education are:

• John Wilson: Serving since 2019, Board President since 2023. John is a lifelong educator and works at the Career Technical High School in Greene County.
• Dr. Laura Middleton: Serving since 2022, Board Vice President since 2023. Laura is a licensed clinical psychologist focusing on pediatric care at Dayton Children’s Hospital.
• Debbie DiLorenzo: Serving since 2023. Debbie is a long-time community volunteer and has been actively involved in local schools and organizations.
• Lauren Kawai: Serving since 2022. Lauren is a former educator and active community member, involved in local PTO and inclusion initiatives.
• Nathan Reiter Garcia: Serving since 2024. Nathan is a healthcare leader with a background in education and advocacy for health equity.

“School board members give the community a voice in education decision-making,” Dr. Gupta said. “While we celebrate their contributions in January, their work is a year-round commitment. Please take a moment to thank our board members for their service and leadership.”

Oakwood Schools looks forward to recognizing our Board Members throughout the month of January at our regular board meeting and at various events across the district this month.