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No Long Weekend Plans? Attend this FREE Event!

There is NO SCHOOL from Friday, 2/16 to Monday 2/19. Need something to do? FREE EVENT this Saturday, February 17th Lakeshore is hosting an event from 11am – 3pm. See the flyer for more details. See you Tuesday, February 20th!… Continue Reading

Enrollment Day 1/26

Early Enrollment/Registration Day Tomorrow! Submit applications for: Parent PortalFree Lunch SignupSchoolChoice How Do I Know If I Need to Submit an Application? If your student is in ECE, K, or 5th, you must submit a SchoolChoice application…. Continue Reading

Round 1 of DPS SchoolChoice Now Open – Choose Oakland for the  2024/25 School Year!

We’re excited to announce that Round 1 of Denver Public Schools (DPS) SchoolChoice is officially open! Choose Oakland as your preferred school for the upcoming 2024/25 school year. Selecting the right school is an important decision for your child’s education, and Oakland provides an amazing learning experience…. Continue Reading

Bond & Mill Levy School Updates

As the New Year begins, it’s a great time to think about your resolutions and to plan ahead for the personal goals you want to achieve in 2024. In the spirit of taking action and goal setting, the Planning, Design, and Construction team at Denver Public Schools wanted to give our school a New Year greeting and give us an update on the construction happening at our school. … Continue Reading

Colorado READ Act Survey

Language and link for parents: We would like to hear from parents about your child’s experience with the Colorado READ Act and its observed impact. As you may know, the Colorado READ (Reading to Ensure Academic Development) Act provides funding and a framework for improving literacy outcomes for kindergartners through third graders,… Continue Reading

Oakland Holiday Shoppe!

Oakland Elementary School Holiday Shoppe: Get Your E-Gift Cards Today Our Holiday Shoppe is just 2 weeks away! We will soon schedule a time for your student(s) to visit the Holiday Shoppe during school hours. Help them make a list of who they want to shop for and how much money they have to spend for each person…. Continue Reading

Canvas & Cocoa!

Come enjoy hot cocoa and cookies while you paint alongside Ms. Constance to create a holiday masterpiece! Forms have been sent home with your student and should be returned with payment to the office before Dec. 8. There are more order forms at the front desk. Space is limited to 25 families each night,… Continue Reading

Homework Survey

We know how important it is for students to receive homework everyday to reinforce what they learn in school. Please fill out this survey to help us know how we are doing with homework and how we can improve the learning experience for our students. … Continue Reading

Winterfest 12/14!

Join Oakland in our annual Winterfest on December 14, 2023! There will be a milk & cookie bar, sock skating, winter picture station, crafts and more. All families are encouraged to attend! Each grade will have a performance in the gym starting at 1:00pm…. Continue Reading

School Newsletter/ Boletín Escolar

See our latest newsletter for back to school information!/ ¡Vea nuestro último boletín para obtener información sobre el regreso a clases! Continue Reading

Family Resources

Mental Health Series for ALL DPS Parents! Over three sessions, DPS Family and Community Engagement (FACE) will discuss behaviors, mental health, and resources to support our students. Click here to learn more about each session and RSVP! Are you interested in “Sports Spectacular,”… Continue Reading

School Fundraiser!

Oakland Elementary School’s fundraiser is open, and we need your help. Our goal is to raise $1,000.00 for classroom and student needs. It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3! Register TONIGHT at www.ShopFund.com Share custom support links with family &… Continue Reading

October Golden Eagles!

This month, Oakland recognized these students as exceptional models of our Oakland Values of free will & choices. Help us in celebrating their wonderful accomplishments and personal growth! October Golden Eagles… Continue Reading

Medicaid Toolkit

The Medicaid Department at Denver Public Schools (DPS) helps families apply for free or low-cost health insurance, including Health First Colorado (Medicaid) and CHP+ and SNAP food assistance. The Denver Public Schools’ Medicaid Department is here to help you apply or re-enroll in Medicaid services…. Continue Reading

Free STEM Program!

Students of Color in Technology has a Free STEM Program to increase the number of pre-college students who strive for higher education, to grow academically, and become confident in pursuing STEM careers. SOCIT-Flyer-1DownloadContinue Reading

2020 Bond

The grass is always greener here at Oakland Elementary! At Back to School Night, not only did we celebrate the start of the school year, but we also celebrated the updates made to our irrigation system with 2020 bond funds.💧 These improvements make our outdoor space more inviting for play,… Continue Reading

Parenting Partners Reunion

Join us for an evening of food, prizes, and celebration! We will demonstrate three available programs: Parenting PartnersCalm and Kind FamilyFamily Meal Times Challenge The program will begin promptly at 4:20 and close around 6:45…. Continue Reading

Multilingual Education District Advisory Committee Meeting 

WHEN/CUANDO Wednesday, September 20, 2023 / Miércoles, 20 de septiembre de 2023 WHAT/QUÉ Interpretation, dinner, and childcare will be provided. / Se proporcionará interpretación, cena y cuidado de niños!… Continue Reading

Back to School Event/ al evento de bienvenida de la escuela de Oakland

WHEN/CUANDO: August 17/ 17 de agosto 3:00-4:30pm WHERE/ DÓNDE Oakland Elementary 4580 Dearborn St., Denver, CO 80239 WHAT/ QUÉ There are FREE backpacks filled with school supplies for the first 30-50 students – and Kona Ice! ¡Hay mochilas GRATIS llenas de útiles escolares para los primeros 30-50 estudiantes –… Continue Reading