The Special Education Spotlight

December 2023

The OES PTA’s Special Education Committee is your direct link between our school’s Special Education/IEP community, PTA, students and families; and the diverse special education offerings of our local area.

Each month we post updated information regarding Special Education opportunities on the OES Special Education website page, including newly offered webinars and workshops providing useful tips and suggestions for parents navigating a variety of issues. CLICK HERE to access our December update of important information, (beneficial to ALL families!); and be sure to visit our OES PTA website regularly for new and ongoing information regarding Special Education issues.

If you are new to OES, seek additional information about Special Education and wish to establish connections with others at our school; or if you are interested in joining our committee, (all are welcome!), we encourage you contact our Special Education Liaisons, Andrea Zuppas and Maren Wood at special.education@oaktonpta.net.

The Special Education Spotlight

November 2023

The OES PTA’s Special Education Committee is your direct link between our school’s Special Education/IEP community, PTA, students and families; and the diverse special education offerings of our local area.

Each month we post updated information regarding Special Education opportunities on the OES Special Education website page, including newly offered webinars and workshops providing useful tips and suggestions for parents navigating a variety of issues.  CLICK HERE to access November’s update of important information, (beneficial to ALL families!); and be sure to visit our OES PTA website regularly for new and ongoing information regarding Special Education issues.

If you are new to OES, seek additional information about Special Education and wish to establish connections with others at our school; or if you are interested in joining our committee, (all are welcome!), we encourage you contact our Special Education Liaisons, Andrea Zuppas and Maren Wood at special.education@oaktonpta.net.

It’s time to get creative!

Submit your entries by Nov. 10.

Students will use this year’s theme, “I am hopeful because…”, to create artwork in one of the following categories:

Dance Choreography

Film Production

Literature

Musical Composition

Photography

Visual Arts

Entries will be judged on interpretation of the theme as well as skill. Oakton Elementary winning entries will be sent to compete at the County Level and beyond.

Students in Kindergarten through 6th grade are eligible to participate.

WHAT TO DO:

Students submit their completed works of art to the OES PTA’s Reflections Chair, Tzitziki or Elmas via email (Attach your entry forms and artwork in the email of your final submission)

Entry Form HERE

Questions? Email Tzitziki  or Elmas 

We welcome all families and parents to volunteer for fun events and activities hosted by the PTA. Have fun and meet new people. Get involved and help plan events for students and teachers throughout the year. See all needs HERE.

Email for more info at president@oaktonpta.net.

Oakton Elementary School 1945

Did You Know?

The school building that currently resides at 3000 Chain Bridge Road was built in 1945.  That means that Oakton Elementary School turned 75 years old in 2020!

Happy Anniversary OES!

Learn more HERE!