All-School News and Events
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Ski Club 2025
Oakland Christian Ski Club Is Back!
The OCS Ski Club is returning for the 2025 season at Pine Knob Ski & Snowboard Resort! Open to students, families, and friends, the club offers great local skiing, quality instruction, and convenient rentals through Rochester Ski Company. Lessons are on Fridays and begin at 5pm! Arrive around 4:30 for check in.
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Join the PTF LeadershipTeam
The Parent Teacher Fellowship (PTF) has a few leadership openings for the upcoming year! If you’re looking for a meaningful way to get involved and support the OCS community, consider one of these roles:
PTF Co-President – Work alongside our current president to plan events, organize meetings, and help lead the PTF team.
PTF Treasurer – Attend monthly meetings, track spending, and help budget for projects.All PTF leadership members earn full service hours each year. If you’re interested or would like more information, email ptf@oaklandchristian.com
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Early Enrollment for the 2026-27 school year is now open. During this period, Priority Sibling Enrollment is offered for current families interested in enrolling an additional student.
To begin an application for an additional student:
1. Log in to your FACTS Family Portal account. (District Code is OCS-MI)
2. Click "Apply/Enroll"
3. Click “Application”
5. Click “Create a new student Application”
Please note: Re-enrollment for current students will open on January 26, immediately following the State of the School meeting.Notes about Priority Sibling Enrollment
1. Jr. Kindergarten and Kindergarten New Applications
These spots typically fill during the Early Enrollment Period.
For Jr. Kindergarten and Kindergarten, applications are collected throughout November and December, and developmental assessments are completed in January.
Jr. Kindergarten and Kindergarten enrollment offers will be given on February 10.
The application and developmental assessment must be completed by February 2 to receive an enrollment offer on February 10.
2. 1st - 12th Grade New ApplicationsAdmissions testing (NWEA) will be scheduled once an application is received.
Following the admissions testing, enrollment offers will be made where spots are available.
After the re-enrollment* deadline on February 9, more spots may become available.
*Re-enrollment for current students will open on January 27.
Elementary News and Events
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Operation Turkey
Elementary Operation Turkey Collection
OCS is partnering with Power Kids Company to provide Thanksgiving food boxes for families in Pontiac. Our goal is to collect 100 of each grade’s assigned items so we can serve 100 families this season. This is an optional donation, but students who participate on our collection day will earn a free dress day.Collection Day: Wednesday, Nov. 19
How to participate:
Bring one or more of your grade’s assigned items to your classroom at drop-off. Hand it to your teacher, and your child will receive a free dress day.
High School News and Events
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Worship Night at Lifepoint Chapel
High school students: Join us November 20 at 7 PM for worship together at Lifepoint Chapel!
Ongoing Opportunities
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Elementary Lunch Room Supervision: We are looking for more volunteers to supervise Elementary lunch in the upcoming weeks and months. If you are able, click this link to find a day that works for your schedule: Lunch Supervision Sign Up
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Parent Education Series
Join us as we explore Dr. Michael Heiser’s book The Unseen Realm, diving into the supernatural worldview of the Bible and how it helps us better understand God’s plan and the spiritual world around us.
Dates: 9/8, 10/20, 11/10, 1/12, 2/9, 3/9
Time: 6:30 PM
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The Athletic Department is looking for parent volunteers to help at our upcoming athletic events. Volunteering is a great way to support our student-athletes and earn family service hours.
You can view and sign up for all current volunteer opportunities using the link below:
Athletic Volunteer Opportunities
Thank you for supporting OCS Athletics—we couldn’t do it without you!
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Registration Now Open for 25-26 Athletics
Use the link below to register and complete the required forms for athletics. You can sign up now for any of the three sport seasons—fall, winter, or spring. Coaches will review rosters and will reach out with important information before the season starts.
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As we continue to enhance and beautify our campus, we are excited to offer the opportunity to sponsor a tree on our school grounds through the OCS Commemorative Tree Campaign. This is a meaningful way for individuals, families, and organizations to honor someone special, remember a loved one, express gratitude, or celebrate a milestone.
All honorees will be recognized on a commemorative plaque displayed on campus, creating a lasting tribute within our community.
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PTF Meetings
Get Involved with PTF!
Parents are invited to join the Parent Teacher Fellowship (PTF), a group dedicated to supporting our teachers and building community at OCS. Meetings are held on Thursday mornings at 8:00 AM in the Elementary Library. Whether you’re a returning parent or new to OCS, we’d love to have you join us—your voice and involvement make a difference! -
Purchase your copy of Historias desdichas III
Written by Señora Frasa’s Spanish IV class in 2024, Historias desdichas III continues the series of compelling real-life stories that take readers on a global journey spanning over 18,000 miles. Through storytelling, tragedies become triumphs, and fractured lives find redemption.
Books are $12.99 on Amazon [HERE] or $12 directly from Señora (cash only). Buy from her and receive Historias desdichas III plus the original Historias desdichas for free (while supplies last). Copies of Historias desdichas II are also available—$20 gets all three. Originally in Spanish and now translated into English, all proceeds support our Dominican Mission and our sister school, Manantial de Vida, in Juan Tomás, República Dominicana.
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Looking for more styles and ways to show your school spirit? Explore our full collection of spirit wear and customize your look! From shirts and hoodies to hats and accessories, there’s something for everyone. Get creative and show off your Lancer pride in your own style!
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Kroger Community Rewards
Oakland Christian's PTF has joined with Kroger as a Community Rewards Partner. Each time you use your registered Kroger card, Kroger will donate a portion of your bill to the OCS PTF, with no cost to you! Click HERE to register your card and select Oakland Christian School. This is an easy, no-cost way to help support the PTF. Please contact ptf@oaklandchristian.com with any questions you may have.
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There are many ways for families to get involved at Oakland Christian School. Volunteering supports our faculty and staff, helps your family connect with the school community, and shows your child your commitment to quality education. Each family is required to contribute 20 service hours per year, tracked from May 1 to April 30. Hours reset on May 1 for the new school year. For more information on service opportunities and recording hours, click HERE.
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The Peer Tutoring program at Oakland Christian School provides students with extra academic support from fellow OCS students who are in good standing and eager to help others succeed. Tutoring is available Monday–Thursday from 3:20–3:50 p.m. The cost is $10 per session, paid directly to the tutor.
Please email Mrs. Normand with any questions: knormand@oaklandchristian.com