We are excited that your family is joining the OCS Community! This page has been created to help you navigate the school year at OCS as a new family. We know that you and your family have many questions as you prepare for this exciting new experience and we want to come alongside you in the process.
On this page, you will find helpful information and useful links to assist you in your transition and help you prepare for the upcoming school year. We hope you find this information useful, and we look forward to seeing you around campus!
First Day of School for 2024-25
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
SCHOOL HOURS
Jr. K Half-Day: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Jr. K Full-Day: 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
Elementary (K - 5th): 8:00 am - 3:15 pm
Secondary (6th - 12th): 7:45 am - 3:00 pm
Early Dismissal (Fridays):
- JK - 5th - 2:10 pm
- 6th - 12 - 1:55 pm
Before/After School Care: (JK - 8th Grade): 7:00 am -7:30am & After School - 6:00 pm
CAMPUS LIFE PAGE
Check out the Campus Life section of our website to find News & Events, Documents & Forms, Lunch Menus, and more!
Back to School Events
NEW PARENT ORIENTATION
Monday, August 12 at 7:00 - 8:30 pm - All New Parents
Our Superintendent, Susan Brock looks forward to meeting all of our new parents and welcoming them to the Oakland Christian family! There will also be break-out sessions for elementary and secondary parents and an opportunity to visit information tables such as Athletics, Parent-Teacher Fellowship, Services, School Nurse, etc. It's a great night to get a great start as a new OCS parent!
NEW SECONDARY (6TH-12TH) STUDENT WELCOME
Tuesday, August 13, 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm - New 6th - 12th Grade Students
All new 6th - 12th-grade students are invited to a student activity hosted by our incredible team of student ambassadors. It's an opportunity for our new students to get to know their fellow students and prepare for an unforgettable year ahead. Various interactive activities, games, and icebreakers will put students at ease and foster new friendships. Our student ambassadors will guide our new students through the event, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.
6TH GRADE ORIENTATION
Thursday, August 15, 5:30 pm - All 6th Grade Students & Parents
All new and returning 6th-grade students and parents are invited to join us in the main gym for an orientation for our 6th-grade students.
SECONDARY (6TH - 12TH) MEET THE TEACHER/BACK TO SCHOOL EVENT
Thursday, August 15, 6:00 - 7:30 pm - All 6th - 12th Students & Parents
As we prepare for our first day of school on August 21, we invite all of our 6th - 12th grade students and parents to come on Thursday, August 15 to meet your teachers, check out your classrooms, and find your lockers! This is an open house format, and you may come anytime between 6:00 - 7:30 pm.
ELEMENTARY (JK - 5TH) MEET THE TEACHER/BACK TO SCHOOL EVENT
Friday, August 16, 4:30 - 6:30 pm - All JK - 5th Grade Parents & Students
As we prepare for our first day of school on August 20, we invite all of our elementary students to stop by on Friday, August 16, to meet your teachers, check out your classrooms, and find your lockers!
OCS UNIFORMS
All uniforms must be purchased through Dennis Uniform. They have a store located at:
Address: 1532 N Opdyke Rd #450, Auburn Hills, MI 48326, Phone: (248) 340-8890
You may also shop online at Dennis Uniform for OCS
Used Uniforms are also bought and sold on a parent-run Used-Uniform Facebook Page.
There is a Parent-run Used Uniform Sale on August 1 from 10:00am - 12:00 pm in the multi-purpose room. This is a cash only sale.
SCHOOL LUNCH INFORMATION
Students may bring their own lunch or purchase lunch at school. Elementary students order lunch each morning in their classroom. Secondary students order lunch each day in Schoology.
Your student's ID may be found in your FACTS Family Portal.
1. Login to your FACTS Family Portal.
2. Click Family
3. Click Family Home
4. Toggle to your student name at the top of the page
5. The ID number listed here is the number needed for setting up your lunch account
GET CONNECTED WITH A MENTOR FAMILY
We would love for you to feel connected and have an experienced OCS family come alongside you to help you navigate your first year at our school. If you would like to be connected with a Mentor Family, please complete and submit THIS FORM and you will hear from someone before the start of the school year.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Elementary Students - Most school supplies are provided. Your child's teacher will provide you with a short list of required items. The list will include things like a backpack, water bottle, extra pair of tennis shoes for gym class, art shirt, and a set of child's headphones.
Secondary Students - (6th - 12th grade) - We don't publish a specific school supply list for our secondary students. We've found that this saves parents money and reduces the stress that can accompany school supply shopping! Your student may get a few items that they like to stay organized - folders, notebooks, etc. If there is anything that a particular teacher requires, it will be in the syllabus provided on the first day of school.
CLASS PLACEMENT & SCHEDULING
Elementary Students - Families will receive an email the last week of July about class placement. The email will also include a letter from your student's teacher.
Secondary Students - (6th - 12th grade) - Once a student is enrolled (enrollment packet submitted), families will be contacted by our Guidance Counselor to begin the process of scheduling classes. Please contact Mrs. Wilson, jwilson@oaklandchristian.com, with any questions about the process.
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE
The Alpha and Omega Center is available for students in JK - 8th grade. More information about the program, as well as a link to the child information record form, can be found HERE.
FAMILY SERVICE HOURS
Since parental involvement and support of Oakland Christian is a very important aspect of our school. Each family at OCS is required to participate in the Family Service Hour Program. Families in JK – 12th grade must complete 20 family service hours per school year. For each school year, the service hour program begins on May 1 and ends on April 30. A $20 fee will be charged for every hour not completed. Learn more HERE.
PARENT/ADULT VOLUNTEER SCREENING
All adults (18+) must go through background checks before serving OCS students as a volunteer. Background checks are through the state of Michigan ICHAT and Central Registry systems. Forms are available on the school website and in the office. A three-week lead time is required to complete the clearance system. Background checks are valid for two years. Click HERE to access the forms > Volunteer background check information and iChat forms.
ALLERGIES/MEDICAL CONDITIONS
Disclosure of medical conditions and allergies is a part of your student’s enrollment form. If a new condition or allergy arises, please inform our school nurse. Certain allergies and conditions require a Care Plan. These forms can be found HERE. All medication and proper medical forms must be kept available and on file at the school.
ATHLETIC INFORMATION
Dennis Hopkins, Athletic Director: dhopkins@oaklandchristian.com
Chelsea Mitchell, Assistant Athletic Director: cmitchell@oaklandchristian.com
IMPORTANT RESOURCES
All School Documents (including handbooks)
Schoology Videos and Resources
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA!
OCS Family Connections (Private Facebook Group)
Family Experiences
Get to know some of our current families by reading our Family Experience Stories.