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News and events
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May 5, 2023
A message from the principal
Missy Monson
Oxbow Creek Track and Field Day: May 19th!
The purpose of Track and Field Day is to learn about and have fun with cooperation and competition. The atmosphere is fun and festive and we invite any family, friends, or relatives to join your child for all or part of their day. Please have your child bring a plastic water bottle, dress in layers including their Oxbow Creek grade level t-shirt, use sunscreen/hat and wear appropriate footwear. If the weather forecast for May 19th looks bad, we'll reschedule to Thursday, May 18th. We'll let you know that on Tuesday, May 16th.
We know that parking will be an issue that day! Please bike, walk, or carpool if you are able. Our bus loop will be used for the events, so there will be no parking in that area. Please refrain from parking on the grassy areas surrounding our school, as well, as this damages our underground sprinkler system. There are many parking opportunities on the streets to the south of the school in that housing development. If you park in a surrounding neighborhood, please be sure not to block hydrants or mailboxes, as police have ticketed cars in previous years. And, as always, remember to lock your vehicle. Local businesses have asked that you not use their lots for parking that day.
Since this is an outdoor event, we ask that you go directly to the east side of the school to enjoy the day's events. We are looking forward to a welcoming track and field back to Oxbow. Hope to see you then.
Are you moving?
Are you moving? Please let the Oxbow Creek office know as soon as possible. We work hard to guarantee your child's school records are sent to the next school. Knowing in advance helps us have everything ready when the request is made.
Please call 763-506-3800 or email to sheila.joslin@ahschools.us. Please indicate in the email where you are moving.
School Board approves key dates for upcoming school year!
Anoka Hennepin's School Board approved the 2023-24 calendar. The school year will begin Tuesday, Sept 5 and end Thursday, June 6. Here is the 23-24 School Calendar.
Daycare Transportation Info
Anoka-Hennepin automatically routes a bus for your student if you live in Oxbow Creek's attendance area (and are not within walking distance). If your child is coming to and/or from school other than taking the bus to/from home. Please complete the Transportation Form (Please note: your daycare must be in the Oxbow Creek attendance area.) Email or fax the completed form following the instructions on the top of the form.
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Volunteer News
If you haven’t already, please fill out these forms to join our team of volunteers at Oxbow: Volunteer application and Background Check Form.
As a reminder, you have to fill out both of these forms each year. You can fill out your forms for the 2023-24 school year after July 1st.
Thank you to all of our many amazing volunteers, the time you dedicate to our Oxbow Creek students and staff is truly appreciated!
Family Fun Night: It was such a fun evening! THANK YOU to all the amazing volunteers that helped support this event, we couldn’t have done it without you!
PTO Tech Talk: Our last PTO parent meeting of the year is next Tuesday, May 9th from 6:30-8pm in the cafeteria. Join us for a Family Tech Talk presentation with an Internet safety expert from Trend Micro, who will share the latest trends, give advice on how to help your child use the Internet responsibly, and answer parent questions in a Q&A session. We’ll also have a short message from Mrs. Monson and our D.A.R.E. officer, Officer Foster. Childcare is provided for school aged students!
Chair Member/Committee members: We are looking for chairs and planning committee members for several of our major events for next year! Please contact Haley with questions or to express interest haley.belongia@ahschools.us
Haley Belongia
Alece Henderson
Volunteer Services Coordinators
Oxbow Creek Elementary
763-506-380
Calendar Reminders
No School Monday, May 29th (Memorial Day)
Items to Note
Items to Note:
- If your child's "going home" plans change this spring, please notify the office. If they typically ride the bus home, and now will walk or bike, we need to know about it. Also, all bikers need to wear helmets.
- We will be putting all lost and found items out during Track and Field Day, May 19th! Please take the time to check the tables on the sidewalk out back. Anything left will be bagged up and shipped off to a charity at the end of the school year.
- We are committed to helping families in need of assistance with food, clothing, household items and some basic services. Please contact Oxbow Creek's Social Workers: Gina Newlander at 763-506-8384 or Ann Parisian at 763-506-3825. Also by email, gina.newlander@ahschools.us or ann.parisian@ahschools.us if your family is in need. All communication is confidential.
23-24 Supply List
Oxbow Creek Yearbook Info
We are excited to see all the fun activities at school in our 22-23 Oxbow Creek school yearbook!
YEARBOOK - Charge card pre-payment only available on School Pay. (Your debit card and gift cards through a charge card company will also work on this system)
Payment must be in by MAY 19th, for us to have an accurate count for how many to have printed. We are able to have this printed at a lower cost because we will know how many to order. We will NOT have extras to sell.
COST: $10.00
Please consider donating towards a yearbook for children who won't be able to get one. Simply go back to the first page of School Pay and select "Donation -Yearbook"! Thank you for your generosity.
Log into AH Connect, click on login (upper right) and enter your credentials. Go to "My Student", click on your student and click on "Fees", then on "Pay Fees", find OC Yearbook, follow directions
If you are unable to log in contact 763-506-HELP, they can give you your credentials.
Building and Grounds Summer Job Opportunities
Anoka-Hennepin School District
Buildings and Grounds - Summer Work
Responsibilities: Assist full time custodial staff with cleaning and
maintaining schools in preparation for the upcoming school year.
Site locations in communities of:
Blaine, Coon Rapids, Andover, Anoka & Champlin
Day Shift Hours!
Rate of pay: $16.50/hr
Hours: 20 or 40 hour work week availability
Apply online at: http://www.ahschools.us/jobs
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