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Wise Owl Weekly 10.02.26

Posted Date: 10/09/26 (04:30 PM)
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WISE OWL WEEKLY

Oak Knoll Early Childhood Center

October 9, 2026

Happy Friday, Oak Knoll Families!

As I began writing this week's Wise Owl Weekly, it seems that last week's message was never published!  I'm not quite sure how this happened so I do apologize for any missed information and appreciate your understanding.
 

OAK KNOLL INFORMATION

OUTSTANDING OWLS

Each month classroom teachers will pick one student from their classroom to be recognized as their Outstanding Owl.  The students chosen have consistently demonstrated outstanding Owl Expectations and have gone above and beyond to be Safe, Respectful, and Responsible.  We are so proud of their hard work!  Please help me in congratulating our September Outstanding Owls of the Month!

Preschool:
BERISTAIN..................Valentina V.S.
KENNEDY AM.............Sabina W.
KENNEDY PM.............Logan P.
KIDDOO AM.................Remy B.
KIDDOO PM.................Lucy T.
KJELLMAN AM.............Mimi C.
KJELLMAN PM.............Nehemia B.
TATMAN AM.................Finn M.
TATMAN PM.................Cruz L.
SCHNEIDERMAN AM...Auggie P.
SCHNEIDERMAN PM...Brooklynn B.

Kindergarten:
BALL..............................Theo B.
BLITEK..........................Graham R.
DiDOMENICO................Savannah R.
LENHARDT....................Harper S.
MALINGER....................Emma S.
RECINTO.......................Addison K.
SCHUSTER....................Addison S.
TAYLOR.........................Claire W.
TRUDEAU......................Brixton C.
WIGINTON.....................Basti D.

PHYSICALS DUE BY OCT. 15

As a reminder for all parents, all physicals and immunization records are due to the health office by October 15th.  If we do not have a copy of your child's physical and immunization records on file, or a confirmed medical appointment, your child will be EXCLUDED FROM SCHOOL on October 15th until we receive the appropriate documentation.  This is a state law, not a Cary 26 expectation.  

OCTOBER 30 EARLY RELEASE

Our next early release day is Friday, October 30th.  

Kindergarten car riders/walkers will be released starting at 11:50, with bus riders shortly after.

Preschool arrival begins at 8:45 and dismissal will begin at 11:20.

**Different preschool classes will attend on each half day so that everyone has as
much of an opportunity to come to school as possible.

Please see this document for details.

CLASSES IN ATTENDANCE ON OCT. 30
Miss Lety
Miss Tammie PM

HALLOWEEN INFORMATION

Yesterday you should have received a ParentSquare message with the following information.  Please reach out to your child's classroom teacher with any additional questions.

PARTIES
  • Parties will take place Oct. 28-30.  Your child's teacher will provide more specific information.
  • KINDERGARTEN PARTIES: Only parents who plan the parties may attend the parties.
  • All parents in attendance for any party will need to have their Driver's License or State ID run through our Raptor System prior to being allowed into the classroom.  It is highly recommended that you stop by the office before the day of the party to run your ID ahead of time in order to save time from standing in line on the day of the party.
COSTUMES
  • Students will wear their costumes to school
  • Costumes should be non-violent in nature - please avoid blood and gore
  • Masks are only allowed if they do not impair vision and are not too frightening for other children
  • Please refrain from using face paint
  • Please do not send props such as weapons, swords, sticks, or arrows that could present a danger to other students
KINDERGARTEN PARADE
All parents are welcome to attend the parade.  We will begin PROMPTLY AT 9:45.
  • The parade will take place on the playground behind the school.
  • Cones will be placed on the playground.
  • Parents should stand INSIDE the cones.
  • Students will parade OUTSIDE the cone perimeter.
  • Parents should go straight to the playground.  Parents will NOT need to check in the office for the parade
If it rains...
  • The parade will take place in the gym.
  • Cones will be placed on the gym floor.
  • Parents should stand INSIDE the cones.
  • Students will parade OUTSIDE the cone perimeter.
  • Parents should go straight to the gym.  Parents will NOT need to check in the office for the parade.

PARKING REMINDER

With events and parties coming up at Oak Knoll, SS Peter & Paul have asked us to send a reminder of where families are able to park in their lots.  Please see these maps with the specific locations.  Thank you for your cooperation!

 

DISTRICT INFORMATION

 

COMMUNITY INFORMATION

Apartment Complex Next to Oak Knoll

We received a call from the property manager of the apartments next to Oak Knoll.  He mentioned that some tenants have complained that we have parents walking through their lot and that someone almost hit a person.  If you are able to use a different route, I would encourage you to do so.  If you are unable, please be mindful of the cars in the lot and the people who live in the complex.  Thank you for your help!
 

PTO INFORMATION

WALK-A-THON UPDATE

Due to the weather, the Oak Knoll Walkathon has been rescheduled for Wednesday, October 14.

While we have to wait a little longer for Walkathon Day, that gives us more time to reach our fundraising goal! We are getting closer every day, so keep sharing your child’s fundraising page with family and friends. Fundraising will remain open through October 14, and there is still time for students to register, raise funds, and earn prizes!

Help us reach our goal:
Thank you for all of your support. Let’s use these extra two weeks to cross that fundraising finish line!

**This is NOT an event parents attend unless you are a volunteer.

FALL FEST

Fall Fest is one week away!

Join us on Friday, October 16 from 5-7PM on the fields behind Oak Knoll School for games, face painting, music, food trucks, and more.

Raffle tickets are available now! This year's raffle is stocked with prizes donated by local businesses and sports organizations. Skip the line and purchase your tickets in advance here.

Still want to lend a hand? We'd love your help! Sign up for a 30-minute volunteer slot here.

We can't wait to see everyone out there!

OWLS DINE OUT

Warm up with some soup this October at our next Owls Dine Out! 🦉🍽️

Join us on Wednesday, October 21, ALL DAY at Panera in Crystal Lake. 20% of sales during the event will go back to the Oak Knoll ECC PTO. 

Order online, in the app, or at the in-cafe kiosk using code FUND4U at checkout. If ordering in person, please show the physical or virtual flyer. 

Valid on pickup, delivery and in-restaurant orders. We hope to see you there!

STAFF FAVORITE THINGS

If you are ever in need of a gift or something special from a staff member, please use this link to see all their favorites!

PTO SPIRIT WEAR

Our Oak Knoll t-shirts are back in stock in all sizes.

And by popular request — we now carry 4T! Because every Owl deserves a shirt that fits just right to show their school spirit!

We have short- and long-sleeve shirts available in Gray or Red, sizes 4T through Youth Medium.

$10 youth t-shirts:

$15 youth long-sleeve shirts:

Online store for adult spirit wear:
 

UPCOMING DATES

  • Mon., Oct. 12...NO SCHOOL - Indigenous Peoples' Day
  • Tues., Oct. 13...Kindergarten Field Trip
  • Wed., Oct. 14...Walk-a-Thon rain date
  • Wed., Oct. 14...PTO meeting - 6:00 at the Oak Knoll Library
  • Fri., Oct. 16...Fall Fest - 5:00-7:00
  • Wed., Oct. 21...Owls Dine Out - Crystal Lake Panera - All Day
  • Fri., Oct. 23...Fall Fest Rain Date - 5:00-7:00
  • Mon., Oct. 26...Board of Education meeting - 6:00 at Cary Jr. High
  • Wed.-Fri., Oct. 28-30...Halloween Parties
  • Fri., Oct. 30...Kindergarten Halloween Parade - 9:45
  • Fri., Oct. 30...School Improvement Day - Early Release: 11:20 Preschool/11:50 Kindergarten
 

HAVE A WONDERFUL WEEKEND!

Mrs. Baker