I had the privilege of delivering the State of the Schools address earlier this week. It was a momentous occasion, held at our new Rick and Jane Schwartz Performing Arts Wing, symbolizing the progress and growth of our district.

During the address, I had the opportunity to reflect on our achievements and outline our collective vision for the future. Here are some key highlights from the address:

• Communication and Transparency: I emphasized the importance of collective vision and announced plans for robust community engagement initiatives. Your feedback and input are invaluable as we shape the future direction of our district together.
   

• Student Spotlights: It was an opportunity for us to showcase success stories from across the district. And while I could talk endlessly about the incredible work our kids are doing in every building and all grade levels, it was my honor and privilege to spotlight a handful of students who are doing incredible work.
   

• Where We Are & What's Next: We outlined three key focus areas for the district: promoting high student achievement, enhancing safety and security measures, and ensuring effective and efficient operations. Your dedication to these areas will be instrumental in driving progress and success.

I encourage each of you to visit our school website for more detailed information on the topics covered in the State of the Schools address. Over the next week, we will be releasing a series of videos that walk you through our 2024 State of the Schools.

Click here to see our first two videos.

As we move forward together, let us continue to support and uplift one another, knowing that our collective efforts are making a profound difference in the lives of our students and community.

Thank you once again for your passion, support, and dedication to Oakwood Schools.

#OneOakwood