Temperatures are dropping across the region. Colder weather signals the possibility of upcoming weather-related closures and delays. When school is in session and weather, road, or school conditions result in a schedule change, we inform families through multiple methods. If schools are operating on a normal schedule, no notifications will be issued. School closures and schedule changes are districtwide, even if your neighborhood is not severely impacted.

If a closure or delay is needed, staff and families will be notified through email, phone call, text message, social media, and our website.

Weather at this time of year can be unpredictable and students spend time outside daily - rain or shine! Please make sure to send your child to school with layers, including a warm rain coat. And don't forget to check in at your school's lost and found for items that may have been misplaced throughout the day in common areas.

Oak Harbor Public School's food service management company, Sodexo, will be introducing Bright Bites Kitchen at elementary schools and HomeConnection in January. The program will replace the current Clubhouse program with a chef-inspired menu of fresh and flavorful favorites and whole foods.

Olympic View Elementary Anchored4Life students Aebrielle and Julianna delivered nearly 400 placemats to the Oak Harbor Senior Center and the Meals on Wheels program after helping lead an assembly at their school about gratitude. The placemats were decorated by students from the entire school with the theme of gratitude and the holidays. The students had an opportunity to share a meal at The Center. It was a great display of #OneOakHarbor holiday spirit from students with the help of advisors Stacey Mahoney, OVE school counselor, Brittney Meier, MFLC, and Shannon Huff, paraprofessional.

Earlier this week, Oak Harbor City Mayor Ronnie Wright recognized Oak Harbor High School students Bradley Price II and Abigail Giugliano with the "Mayor Wright's 'We See You' Award" for their positive impact on our community. Bradley and Abigail will be representing the city of Oak Harbor in the Bands of America Honor Band at the Rose Parade in March.

North Whidbey Middle School Leadership students hosted a PRIDE Is Right Assembly honoring Trimester 1 student achievements, sports and clubs. Cosmo the Cougar had them doing the wave, the students were having the audience answer trivia questions and playing games. 

Join us for the next School District Wellness Committee meeting! In the context of the federal nutrition program requirements, the wellness committee plays a crucial role in developing and implementing school wellness policies that promote healthy eating and physical activity. These policies may include things like offering nutritious meals and snacks, providing opportunities for physical activity, and creating a supportive environment for healthy behaviors.