Oak Elementary School
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Growing to learn, Learning to Grow
Oak Elementary School has been a proud pillar of the Hinsdale community since 1953. As a U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon School.
Full Day Kindergarten
District 181 will be offering full-day kindergarten starting in the 2025-26 school year.
Growing to Learn, Learning to Grow
Oak Elementary School has been a proud pillar of the Hinsdale community since 1953. As a U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon School.
Growing Our Community
At Oak Elementary, we believe in 'Growing Our Community' by fostering a strong sense of belonging among students, staff, and families. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and connected.
About Us
About Us
A Note From The Principal
Learn what makes Oak Elementary School a special place. Start by reading a note from the principal.
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OAK SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS
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Oak School's Culture Fair brought the world to their doorstep. With 24 countries represented, students shared their heritage through vibrant displays, delicious food, and captivating performances. It was a day of celebrating differences, learning from one another, and strengthening their community. 🌍
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🎉 Oak Elementary is officially a Model PLC at Work® school! 🥳 This is a huge achievement, and we're incredibly proud of our amazing staff.
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Oak's Blah Buster event was a HUGE success! 🎉 Over 580 students & families enjoyed bounce houses, a magic show, and more! 🤩 Thanks to our amazing PTO for organizing this fun-filled event!
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At Oak School, learning takes flight! Our students explore their creativity and collaborate in dynamic spaces throughout the building. From collaborative project areas to flexible learning zones, we provide an environment that fosters teamwork, innovation, and problem-solving.
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Oak School proudly honored our veterans! On Monday, November 11th, our halls were decked out in red, white, and blue as we welcomed and celebrated the veterans in our Oak School community. Students showed their patriotism by wearing patriotic colors to our special all-school assembly.
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Oak School was buzzing with Halloween excitement! From our annual costume parade filled with creative characters to classroom parties led by our amazing parent volunteers, it was a week of spooky smiles and festive fun.