Oxford Community Schools

🎨🎉Congratulations to 6th grader Audra Potts for having her artwork displayed at Funky Monkey Toys! It’s incredible to see her creativity and talent being showcased in such a fun and vibrant space. If you’re in the area, stop by Funky Monkey Toys in downtown Oxford to admire Audra’s fantastic work and support our local businesses and young artists. #OxfordMIArt #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

🎨A big congratulations to 6th grader Asher McKinley for having their amazing artwork displayed at HomeGrown Brewery! It’s incredible to see young talent being celebrated within our community.🖌️ #OxfordMIArt #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

Our OHS CTE Health Science students had a fantastic opportunity to tour different health programs at OCC Southfield. During their visit, they engaged in hands-on experiences at various stations, including: SIMS Lab, Surgical Processing, Surgical Tech, Ultrasound Tech, Radiology Tech, and Nursing PCT, and the CNA Lab! This immersive experience provided our students with valuable insights into the health science field and a glimpse into their future careers.⚕️ #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

Students in Mrs. Dorman‘s P.E. classes at Daniel Axford Elementary school participated in the ⚕️American Heart Association’s, Kids Heart Challenge this February. They surpassed their goal and ended up raising $14,500 for this great cause! Meeting their goal meant that Principal Boyd wore a 🦆 duck suit for the day, which went along with this year’s KHC theme. The kids loved it! Whether students took action by raising funds or not, everyone in the school was able to participate by taking part in fun jumping activities during P.E. class. They also learned about healthy habits for a healthy heart. Heart Heroes were second grader, Jacob K., and kindergartener, Oliver N.! 🎉 Way to go! #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

This week, we had the honor of welcoming our three incredible All State Wrestlers—Luke Johnson, Gavin Lewis, and Cheyenne Frank—to Oxford Elementary! They shared their love for reading with our students as part of the March is Reading Month celebration. 📚✨ Our young readers were captivated as they listened to stories and learned about the importance of good sportsmanship and dedication in sports. These high school athletes also answered numerous questions and signed autographs for their young fans. They were even able to stop by to say hello to some of their former teachers! A big thank you to these athletes and Coach Mr. Barnes from OMS for joining us and explaining the fascinating world of wrestling. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

⭐ OELC is now enrolling for next school year!

🌟Seventh-grade students had an unforgettable experience in the media center this week as they began a creative and engaging preview of The Outsiders. Thanks to the efforts of Dr. Catherine Willoughby, K-8 Media Specialist, students truly brought the story to life. During class time, students: 📔Listened to an interview with the author. 📔Dressed up in period-themed clothing and took fun selfies. 📔Illustrated character drawings based on vivid descriptions from the book. 📔Watched a 1960s movie at a Drive-In featuring Paul Newman to capture the era's essence. This hands-on approach not only introduces the book but also sparks curiosity and makes literature exciting.👏 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🎨 Another INCREDIBLE piece of art from an Oxford Student! This one is created by Brooklyn Harris, a 6th grader at OMS! Look for her art at Bean and Benny in the Legacy Center! Keep up the great work Wildcats! #WorldclassWildcats #OCSWildcats

🥇🤼 Huge congrats to our wrestling champs! 🤼🥇 We had an amazing weekend at states with some big-time achievements. Junior, Cheyenne Frank, made history as our first-ever female state champion! Not only did she take home the title, but she also hit her 100th win—what an incredible milestone! Junior, Gavin Lewis, placed 3rd, showing off his hard work and dedication, and senior, Luke Johnson, finished 2nd, wrapping up his high school wrestling career with an awesome performance! #WorldclassWildcats #OCSWildcats

Oxford Early Learning Center (OELC) Enrollment for the 2025/2026 school year is open for NEW families! Get a jump start on your child's education and come learn with us!⭐

We're thrilled to celebrate our amazing Secondary OVA Teachers of the Year! A huge congratulations to Gar Willoughby, our Middle School Teacher of the Year, and Hilary Jacobsen, our High School Teacher of the Year! 🌟👏 Mr. Willoughby is an inspiring educator who engages students in and beyond the online classroom. He leads a traveling club that builds community through shared experiences while exploring diverse cultures. By connecting lessons to students' lives, he makes learning relevant and empowers them to take ownership of their education. His passion and innovation spark a lifelong love of learning, making him a deserving Teacher of the Year candidate. Hilary is a dedicated advocate who puts students first, creating action plans tailored to their success. In her ELA class, she provides meaningful feedback that helps them grow. She goes beyond the classroom, visiting students on-site to build relationships and foster discussions on academic integrity. Her commitment to their well-being and growth makes her a truly inspiring educator. Thank you both for your unwavering dedication to supporting your students and for your kindness toward colleagues. You truly make a difference! 💖 #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

🎉What a great day to surprise Taylor Klanke! 🎉 🏆🎖️Mrs. Klanke always searches for various ways to have students be excited on math. Her own disposition and joy in the field is contagious, and she regularly sees ways to meet students at their level and then advance it. Her activities are a strong mix of great modalities in an effort to meet the needs of all her learners, and she continuously and patiently pushes all her students towards betterment.👏 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🎉 🎖️🏆 Daniel Axford Elementary is proud to announce Mrs. Don for the 2024-25 DA Teacher of the Year award. She has made a profound impact on her students by creating a supportive, caring, and fun learning environment. Mrs. Don goes above and beyond to help each student feel valued, confident, and comfortable in the classroom. Her dedication, patience, and creativity have helped students grow both academically and personally. Whether it’s offering extra support or making learning enjoyable, she ensures every child feels loved and appreciated. Mrs. Don truly deserves this recognition for her outstanding contributions to her students' success. 👏 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🎉🏆Congratulations to Mrs. Lyndsay Blechel on receiving Teacher of the Year for Leonard Elementary! 🌟Mrs. Blechel is a master at building relationships with her students. She gets to know each student’s individual hobbies and interests, creating a safe learning environment where every student feels comfortable being themselves, learning openly, and making mistakes. She connects with her students by sharing her own hobbies and passions. Her humor, openness, and vulnerability are comforting to students, allowing them to see her as more than just a 5th grade teacher, but also a lifelong friend. In addition to teaching Mrs. Blechel is actively involved in many building and district leadership teams, which contributes to her ability to adapt her teaching to meet the needs of each individual student! Way to go Mrs. Blechel!👏 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🎉🏆Congratulations to Erica Haverland for receiving Teacher of the Year for Clear Lake Elementary! 🌟 Mrs. Haverland is a rock star the whole way around. She is always going above and beyond for her students and team. She constantly finds new ways to improve her craft, which translates to higher engagement and learning for her students. She is supportive and responsive to all of her students needs. Additionally, she is the first to lend a helping hand to her team and all second grade students. She is a leader both in and out of the classroom. Thank you, Erica, for all that you do. You are amazing!👏 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🎉🏆Congratulations to Mrs. Jessica Pete on receiving OVA Elementary Teacher of the Year! 🌟Mrs. Pete is always proactive in supporting her student's academic needs and their emotional growth. She goes above and beyond to provide targeted instruction to each of her students while also taking the time to regularly communicate with parents to celebrate their child’s academic successes along the way. She is an active participant in OVA's professional learning community, is seen as a teacher leader by her peers, and has received multiple staff shout-outs this school year. We are very excited for her to represent OVA Elementary as our Teacher of the Year nominee.👏 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🎉🏆Congratulations to Mrs. Kristen Rhoades on receiving Teacher of the Year for Oxford Elementary School! 🌟Kristen motivates her students to love teaching and learning as much as she does. She cultivates strong relationships among each and every student in her classroom. Kristen frequently volunteers her time to work with students outside the school day! She serves as a mentor teacher for newer staff and brings an inspiring attitude to Oxford Elementary each day!👏 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🎉🏆Congratulations to Mrs. Kristen Rhoades on receiving Teacher of the Year for Oxford Elementary School! 🌟Kristen motivates her students to love teaching and learning as much as she does. She cultivates strong relationships among each and every student in her classroom. Kristen frequently volunteers her time to work with students outside the school day! She serves as a mentor teacher for newer staff and brings an inspiring attitude to Oxford Elementary each day!👏 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

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! 🏆🎉