At Oak Ridge magnet school, students are encouraged to observe, wonder, conduct research and make discoveries on their own using our magnet theme as inspiration along the way.
Formerly known as the Free and Reduced-Price Meals Program, applications are more than just for meals but also provide your school with critical funding.
Oak Ridge Elementary School of Leadership, Environmental and Health Sciences is a magnet school where we develop students to grow as leaders in our school, our community and our world.
Thursday, May 26 | 5:30 - 8pm
Thursday, May 5 | 6 - 7:30 pm
The board approved updates to the district's operational plan that align with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revised guidance on masks in K-12 and early education settings.
It will continue to be a work day for employees to complete regular duties that have been deferred while responding to significant staffing challenges caused by COVID-19.
Friday, February 18 | 6 - 7:30 pm
Virtual Event launches
Thursday, January 20 | 3:45pm
Effective immediately, students and employees who test positive may end isolation after five full days if fever-free and other symptoms have improved.
Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, will be a no-school day for all District 196 students and a paid non-duty day for all contracted and scheduled district employees.
Friday, December 10 | 6 - 7:30 pm
The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is now available for children ages 5-11, and on-site testing is available for students and employees at the District Service Center beginning Nov. 9.
Magnet schools offer parents increased choice in their child’s education by providing a concentrated focus that offers innovative ways to meet students’ learning goals through a particular theme.
The first two days will be “snow days” with no regular classes at school or online. Any additional days beyond the first two will be E-Learning Days.
State officials have given school districts the responsibility to determine COVID-19 mitigation strategies at the local level this school year. Review these before the first day of school.
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