As part of White Oak ISD’s commitment to our district-wide initiative, “The Transformation of Classroom Instruction to a This Century Learner Experience,” the White Oak ISD Board of Trustees recently approved a one to one (1:1) program for the students of White Oak Middle School. What this means for your student(s) in grades six through eight is that he or she will be assigned a new Chromebook for school use and at home throughout the year to help with the learning process. While there are many details still to be worked out before the devices can be distributed to students, we wanted to make parents aware of this exciting change in learning environment. We have a collaborative district and campus team working diligently on creating a successful implementation plan.

There will be parent meetings over the next few months that will include information, orientation, and also training. We want everyone to fully understand what the devices are capable of in the learning process.

We want to thank the school board for their support in this measure and thank you for allowing us to serve your children in White Oak ISD.

 

• Thanksgiving holiday will be from November 26-28. Secondary campuses will dismiss at 11:30 am on Tuesday, November 25. Buses will run at this time.

• White Oak Middle School Choir Concert is scheduled for Thursday, December 11 at 6:30pm. Contact Ms. Hughes for additional information. (903-291-2051)

• White Oak Middle School Band Concert is scheduled for Monday, December 15 for the 6th grade band and Tuesday, December 16 for the 7th and 8th grade bands. Contact Mr. Whatley for additional information.(903-291-2060)

• White Oak Middle School All-Region Band Tryouts is scheduled for Friday, December 5 after school at Union Grove High School. Contact Mr. Whatley for additional information.(903-291-2060)

• Semester exams are scheduled for December 18-19. As in the past, high school and middle school will dismiss early each day. More information will follow.

• Christmas break is scheduled for December 22 through January 5. Spring semester begins January 5.

• In emergency situations when a student must ride a different bus or be let off at another stop, parents/guardians must call the Transportation Department, (903-291-2149) as early in the day as possible. When calling, please inform the Transportation Supervisor, Mr. Stagner, of the child’s name, caller’s name (parent/guardian only), phone number, reason for change in ridership for that day, and drop off location. All changes must originate from the child’s parent or legal guardian and include the above information. A callback may be initiated. To ensure the safety of our students, notes will not be accepted for this special arrangement.

• White Oak ISD has scheduled 4 early release days this year for staff development. On the following days, middle school students will be dismissed at 12:00 pm. Bus transportation will be provided. (September 17, October 29, January 28, February 25)

• White Oak Middle School will be participating in our District UIL Academic competition on January 23 at Jefferson. Our students have received information as to the various contests offered and those interested are encouraged to sign up for this competition. If your child is selected to participate, he/she will bring home additional information.

• Anytime you need to pick up your child early from school, please call or send a note with them. They are to bring the note to the office as soon as they get to school. We will then issue an “Early Dismissal Notice” so they can be in the office at the designated time. For safety reasons, only individuals on your sign out list can pick up your child and you must come in and sign your child out.

• Please continue to monitor your child’s progress through Family Access by Skyward, Inc. Family Access is a secure Internet based website that will allow you to easily keep track of nearly everything your student(s) does while at school. Among other things, this service allows you to view your student’s attendance, grades, schedule, progress, assignments, and emergency information. Family Access is a free service and is available to all parents/guardians with children enrolled in the district. Please be aware that the posting of your child(s) grades will vary according to the subject area ranging from three (3) days to two (2) weeks determined by the complexity of the assignments. Minor assignments: 1-3 days; Major assignments: 3-5 days; Major writing assignments, major projects: 10 days. Please check your child’s teacher website for additional information.For additional information related to Skyward or if you are having difficulties signing in to Skyward, please call Ms. Cowart at 903-291-2085.

• As per our student handbook, excessively tight clothing is unacceptable (i.e., spandex tights, yoga pants, shorts or other types of pants and excessively tight dresses, pants, and skirts.) The administration has made numerous announcement and have addressed this with our students.  

Thanksgiving holiday will be from November 26-28.  There has been a change in dismissal time.  Secondary campuses will dismiss at 11:30 instead of 12:00 on Tuesday, November 25.   Buses will run at this time.  This change will allow our Food Service Department time to prepare for the WOISD Annual Senior Citizen Thanksgiving Luncheon.

 

November 10, 2014

Picture retakes are scheduled for this Wednesday, November 12.

Thanksgiving holiday will be from November 26-28. We will dismiss at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, November 25.

White Oak Middle School Choir Concert is scheduled for Thursday, December 11 beginning at 6:30 pm. Contact Ms. Hughes for additional information. (903-291-2051)

White Oak Middle School Band Concert is scheduled for Monday, December 15 for the 6^th grade band and Tuesday, December 16 for the 7^th and 8^th grade bands. Contact Mr. Whatley for additional information.(903-291-2060)

Semester exams are scheduled for December 18-19. As in the past, high school and middle school will dismiss early each day. More information will follow.

Christmas break is scheduled for December 22 through January 5. Spring semester begins January 5.

White Oak Middle School encourages our students and their families to be involved in extracurricular activities and support the various teams and programs. However, many times students are dropped off for several hours without parent/guardian supervision. It is during these times that problems may arise. We have just completed our football and volleyball seasons and we are beginning our basketball season.  Please be reminded once students enter the gym they must stay inside. Their student ID card (if applicable) allows admittance once per event. The ID card does not allow for in/out privileges. Once they leave, they will not be allowed to re-enter. Proper behavior is expected at all events. Please review our handbook and visit with your child about proper conduct at these events.

In emergency situations when a student must ride a different bus or be let off at another stop, parents/guardians must call the Transportation Department, (903-291-2149) as early in the day as possible. When calling, please inform the Transportation Supervisor, Mr. Stagner, of the child’s name, caller’s name (parent/guardian only), phone number, reason for change in ridership for that day, and drop off location. All changes must originate from the child’s parent or legal guardian and include the above information. A callback may be initiated. To ensure the safety of our students, notes will not be accepted for this special arrangement.