IRON HOUSE

Please join us from 6 to 7 p.m. tonight for a School and Social Media Safety presentation hosted by the Oakley Police Department. The event will be held at Oakley Elementary School, 501 Norcross Lane. We will be transmitting virtually as well. Please access the flyer for the link. We hope to see you there. https://5il.co/37buu

📚 Exciting News! Upcoming Book Fair at Barnes & Noble! 📚 Dear Iron House Families, We are thrilled to announce that our annual Book Fair will be held at Barnes & Noble this Thursday February 13th! This is a fantastic opportunity for students, parents, and families to enjoy a wide selection of books while supporting our school Library. Here’s everything you need to know: 📅 Date & Time: Thursday, February 13th, 2025 All Day 📍 Location: Barnes & Noble 2475 Sand Creek Road Suite 100 What to Expect: - A great selection of books for the whole family. - The first 150 students who see Ms. Martin during the Book Fair will receive a small prize. Mrs. Martin will be at Barnes and Noble from 2:30 pm to 9 pm. How You Can Help: Shop! Be sure to tell the cashier you are there for Iron House Elementary Library or show the bookmark flyer attached to this message. A portion of all sales from the day will go directly to support our school’s library. Spread the Word! Invite friends and family to join us for this fun event! Don’t forget to check out the amazing gift options, educational toys, and more! We hope to see you there to support our student's love for reading and help raise funds for the school library. Thank you for your continued support! Warm regards, Ms. Martin Library Media Technician Iron House Elementary

Spring picture day is coming Wednesday, Feb 19th, 2025 Prepay online today and save by scanning the QR code on the flyer attached. Search for your school name or use the following link: https://vando.imagequix.com/g1001203201 Early orders include free shipping to school

A School and Social Media Safety Conversation with the Oakley Police Department Wednesday, February 12, 2025 6:00 – 7:00 PM Oakley Elementary Cafeteria Come and engage in a conversation with our OPD about school safety and social media, topics deeply concerning to our families. This event is open to all OUESD families, and we will have translation in Spanish. If unable to attend in person, here’s WebEx link. Meeting link: https://ouesd.webex.com/ouesd/j.php?MTID=meb2eaa90771003c21a51da158e1d29df Meeting number: 2480 870 6449 Password: 3Xr5UPYNx8i (39758796 when dialing from a phone or video system) Host key: 893673 Una Conversación Sobre Seguridad en la Escuela y las Redes Sociales con el Departamento de Policía de Oakley Miércoles, 12 de Febrero de 2025 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Cafetería de la Escuela Primaria Oakley Ven y participa en una conversación con nuestro OPD sobre la seguridad escolar y las redes sociales, temas que preocupan profundamente a nuestras familias. Este evento está abierto a todas las familias de OUESD y tendremos traducción al español. Si no puede asistir en persona, aquí está el enlace de WebEx. Meeting link: https://ouesd.webex.com/ouesd/j.php?MTID=meb2eaa90771003c21a51da158e1d29df Meeting number: 2480 870 6449 Password: 3Xr5UPYNx8i (39758796 when dialing from a phone or video system) Host key: 893673

Curso para padres CAMINO A LA UNIVERSIDAD Venga y conozca como funciona el sistema escolar y como ayudar a su hijo para que cumpla con los requisitos para ir a la unviersidad DIAS: Lunes HORARIO: 8:30 A.M.-10:00 A.M. LUGAR: Escuela Elemental de Iron House Laboratorio de Computación FECHAS: Febrero 3, 10 y 24 del 2025 DIAS: Lunes HORARIO: 8:30 A.M.-10:00 A.M. LUGAR: Escuela Elemental de Iron House Laboratorio de Computación FECHAS: Febrero 3, 10 y 24 del 2025

Sign up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A044EA4AA2DA6F85-46902434-kindergarten#/ Registration packets will be available to pick up in the office lobby beginning February 3, 2025. Registration packets need to be completed BEFORE your appointment. You must have an appointment to register. Your student must be 5 years old by September 1, 2025, to attend kindergarten for the 2025-26 school year. Your child will be placed in traditional kindergarten if your child turns 5 between September 2, 2025, and June 2, 2026. The following documentation is required for kinder and transitional kinder registration: · Current immunization records · Birth certificate (Original only, no copies) · Two current and different proofs of residence (utility bills, escrow papers, property tax bill) If you are unsure which school is your school of residence, you can utilize our interactive attendance boundary map on our District website - https://www.ouesd.k12.ca.us/attendance Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Incomplete registration or documentation will not be accepted. Call the office at 625-6825 if you have any questions. Thank you! Los paquetes de inscripción estarán disponibles para recoger en el vestíbulo de la oficina a partir del 3 de febrero de 2025. Los paquetes de inscripción deben completarse ANTES de su cita. Debe tener una cita para hacer la inscripción. Su estudiante debe tener 5 años cumplidos el 1 de septiembre de 2025 o antes, para asistir al Kindergarten durante el año escolar 2025-26. Un estudiante que su cumpleaños sea entre el 2 de septiembre de 2025 y el 2 de junio de 2026 será ubicado en una clase de Kindergarten de Transición-TK. Se requiere la siguiente documentación para la inscripción a Kindergarten y al Kindergarten de Transición-TK: · Registros de vacunación actualizados. · Acta de nacimiento (sólo original, sin copias). · Dos comprobantes de domicilio actuales y diferentes (facturas de servicios públicos, documentos de depósito en garantía del préstamo de la propiedad “escrow”, factura de impuestos a la propiedad). Si no está seguro de cuál escuela es su escuela de residencia, puede utilizar nuestro mapa interactivo de límites de asistencia en el sitio web de nuestro Distrito: https://www.ouesd.k12.ca.us/attendance Revise los espacios disponibles a continuación y haga clic en el botón para registrarse. No se aceptarán inscripciones o documentación incompleta. Llame a la oficina al 625-6825 si tiene alguna pregunta. ¡Gracias!

OAKLEY UNION FACILITY MASTER PLAN PARENT & COMMUNITY SURVEY We invite the Oakley community to take an online survey to provide feedback and insight on your school facilities. Scan the QR code on the attached flyer or use the following link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/C9Z9RMJ

TK/KINDER ENROLLMENT Tuesday, February 4, 2025 5 - 6 pm PARENT INFO FAIR Location: Iron House Elementary Multi-Purpose Room 4801 Frank Hengel Way, Oakley, CA 94561 COUNTDOWN TO TRANSITIONAL KINDERGARTEN/KINDERGARTEN MEETING HIGHLIGHTS 20 MINUTE PRESENTATION FOLLOWED BY Q&A OPPORTUNITY INFO ABOUT YOUR HOME SCHOOL & REGISTRATION FOR TK OR KINDERGARTEN LEARN TOOLS & TIPS FOR PREPARING FOR YOUR CHILD’S 1ST DAY OF SCHOOL HOW OLD DOES MY CHILD NEED TO BE TO ATTEND TK OR KINDERGARTEN? CHILDREN MUST BE 4 YEARS OLD BY SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 TO ATTEND TK FOR THE 2025-26 SCHOOL YEAR. CHILDREN MUST BE 5 YEARS OLD BY SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 TO ATTEND KINDERGARTEN FOR THE 2025-26 SCHOOL

ELAC MEETING (ENGLISH LEARNER ADVISORY COMMITTEE) Come and learn about the English Learner Program at our school and help us improve the quality of services we provide to our students. DATE: Friday January 24th, 2025 TIME: 9:00-10:30 am. LOCATION: Iron House Elementary School Computer Lab AGENDA Single Plan for Student Achievement Importance of school attendance ELPAC assessment PTA update

Kindness week 01/27 to 01/31/25 Monday- students will receive kindness bracelets Tuesday - Wear yellow to school Wednesday- Crazy socks Thursday- Wear Tie dye Friday- Wear a sports jersey

Iron House Holiday Grams! On Sale Monday, December 9th through Thursday, December 12th during lunch!

ELAC MEETING (ENGLISH LEARNER ADVISORY COMMITTEE) Come and learn about the English Learner Program at our school and how you can support your student: AGENDA Programs and Services Provided at Iron House Review Reclassification requirements School Safety Plan Data Dashboard Board elections School Site Council Friday, December 6th 2024 9:00 am. - 10:30 am. Computer lab Iron House Elementary

Iron House PTA Presents Dinner with Santa! Santa Photos, Food Trucks, Face painting, Arts and Crafts, Cookie Decorating, Vendors Friday, December 6th 2024 5 pm - 7:30 pm Iron House Elementary Multi-Purpose Room Free Event (Santa Photos and Food available to purchase) Must RSVP by 11/22/2024, No RSVP= No Entry All minors must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Scan the flyer's QR code to RSVP

Well, Hot Dog! We're having a membership contest. Mickey and his friends would like to invite you to join the Iron House PTA, Stay connected, and Help Your student win a class surprise. Scan the QR code on the flyer to join today.

African American Parent Advisory Meeting October 24th 2024 9 am -10 am & 6 pm - 7 pm District Office, Room 11 91 Mercedes Lane Oakley, Ca Refreshments will be served. Dr. Tiffanie Montaque-Jenkins, OUESD's MTSS Social Worker

COSTUME PARADE Our Costume Parade will take place on Thursday, October 31st from 8:20 AM - 8:45 AM. Parents will enter and exit through the front gates. Students are to arrive at school on time, in their costumes. All costumes MUST be school-appropriate and follow the dress code including no heels. NO mask, weapons, blood, gore, etc. After the parade, a regular school day will resume. Please make sure your student will be able to use the restroom without assistance for the remainder of the day, or they may choose to change out of their costume after the parade. Reminder – NO SCHOOL – Friday, November 1st for Staff Development.

OUR APEX FUN RUN FUNDRAISER STARTS ON October 15, 2024 WE WOULD LOVE YOUR HELP RAISING FUNDS FOR Iron House Elementary School ABOUT OUR FUNDRAISER Our goal is to provide all of our students with the best education and school experience possible and to ensure they have the tools they need to learn and grow. All students are included in the leadership program and fitness event regardless of financial participation in the fundraiser. If you can help, please know that no donation is too small. ABOUT APEX LEADERSHIP CO. Apex is a two-week interactive leadership and character-building program combined with a fitness-focused event fundraiser to help schools raise much-needed funds. 2024-2025 LEADERSHIP THEME The leadership program focuses on developing student self-control, decision-making, and interpersonal skills vital for school and life success. The quick, engaging lessons tie in with our school’s vision and mission, encourage students to create a positive environment and inspire them to lead by example. AS FUTURE LEADERS, WE KNOW THAT WHAT WE DO RIGHT NOW CAN SHAPE OUR WORLD AND MAKE OUR FUTURE BRIGHTER! IMPORTANT DATES: Pledging Opens: October 15, 2024, Fun Run Day: October 24, 2024

Online purchases for yearbooks are now available. Please use the following link: https://www.apvisions.com/_app/?r=6f2c8d

Parents ELAC Meeting Friday, October 18th 2024 9 am - 10:30 am Iron House Computer Lab

Harvest Carnival Friday, October 18th, 6 - 8 pm Enjoy the family-friendly activities Games, face painting balloon artists, a petting zoo, jump houses, and food are available for purchase. Sign up to volunteer! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C49ABAF22A5F58-50944630-seeking?fbclid=IwY2xjawF1CCFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHSyJyrboJKRQuj4Wy1u8Xe5Lf8JzYsd-qs8JS3skMrWfivXgqTlUCgAkiA_aem_Dx04KR2eNJhN5F_fzgsH0Q#/ An adult must accompany all minors at all times Iron House families only Must RSVP before the event for admission RSVP by 10/16 no RSVP no entry $5 entry fee for TK-17 yrs olds Free for adults and 4 & under