Oakland Heights

Click the link below for the Oakland Heights September 2023 All Star Family Newsletter: https://www.smore.com/6f1kw

OHE had a great first week of school!! I am so proud of how our students settled into routines and are already learning new things in their classrooms. I wanted to remind you that we will have Smart Start Mondays each week this year. Buses will run an hour late to pick up students and OHE students’ regular day will begin with recess at 8:30. If students need to be dropped off before that time, they will be supervised and have alternate activities to do. This is an important time for our classroom teachers so they can ensure we are giving our students targeted instruction and provide the most effective learning. If you drop your students off between 7:30 and 8:30, please walk them to the front doors. We are looking forward to another great week next week with some cooler temperatures and the opportunity to spend recess time outside and to see our students shine this week.

We had a great first week of school! We are so proud of our Oakland All Stars. Learning is underway! #OHEistheplacetobe #AchievingExcellenceTogether

Hi! My name is Juan Quintero. I am the district Hispanic Liaison. I will be doing parent outreach, Adelante, and district interpreting/translating. I will be housed at Oakland Heights. I am a graduate of Arkansas Tech University with a Master of Education degree. I have a Bachelors in Health Service Administration from Florida International University where I played college soccer. I served 6 years in the U.S. Navy as a Corpsman. I have been an English teacher and a soccer coach. I am married to Victoria, who works at RHS, and we have 3 children- Sofia, Tatiana, and Jordy.

Friday, August 25th is Oakland Night at Cyclone Stadium!

Hi! My name is Marlene Graves. I retired from teaching in 2020 but I am returning to my passion: kindergarten! I taught at Dardanelle Primary. I live with my husband on our farm. We raise beef cattle. I love animals. I have 10 dogs and one pet pig. We are one big family! A fun fact about me is I am a triplet. I have two sisters that I am very close to. We have fun together. I am excited to be starting a new career as a teacher at Oakland Heights Elementary and look forward to being an Oakland Heights All-Star.

Just a Reminder...Our first day of school is Monday, August 21st. We are looking forward to seeing our students! #OHEistheplacetobe

Join us for Open House Thursday, August 17th from 4:30-6:00. Nurse Leslie will be available to accept prescription medications to be administered at school.

Please complete one transportation form for each child you have attending Oakland Heights. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the office and we will help anyway we can. 479.968.2084 English: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSco9_tnB_ejnrBBt-KhRzFsp_HjvsRsJHvyk4OFz8hXjQbsRw/viewform?usp=sf_link Spanish: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeD_v3rslZ14lJXaar8n0nMoZ35LPjq84YhjtCEqc64pkrX7w/viewform?usp=sf_link

We can't wait to see our Oakland All Stars this Thursday, August 17th from 4:30-6:00.

Just a Reminder...please note arrival times. Thank you!

Our staff had a great week of professional development. We're so glad to be back learning and planning together! #AchievingExcellenceTogether #OHEistheplacetobe

Please complete one transportation form for each child you have attending Oakland Heights. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the office and we will help anyway we can. 479.968.2084 English: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSco9_tnB_ejnrBBt-KhRzFsp_HjvsRsJHvyk4OFz8hXjQbsRw/viewform?usp=sf_link Spanish: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeD_v3rslZ14lJXaar8n0nMoZ35LPjq84YhjtCEqc64pkrX7w/viewform?usp=sf_link

Last night, parents and incoming kindergarten students signed pledges. Students signed stating they would be the best learner they could be and parents pledged to support their learning! We are so excited about what is happening at Oakland Heights Elementary School! #OHEistheplacetobe

Hi! My name is Mandie Hutton and I’ll be joining the first grade team at Oakland Heights. I obtained my undergrad from Liberty University and my Masters in teaching from Southern Arkansas University. I have had the pleasure of teaching kinders and firsties for the past 5 years and it is truly my passion! I recently moved to Russellville with my kiddos after getting married and we absolutely love this community! Let’s go Oakland All Stars!

Hello! My name is Scottie James. I am the school counselor for Oakland Heights Elementary. I was born and raised in Arkansas and attended college at Harding University, where I received my masters in mental health counseling and a specialist degree in school counseling. I am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. With a passion for guiding young minds, I strive to empower students to overcome challenges and reach their full potential. I am excited to meet everyone and get this year started!

Hello! My name is Lynette Ditto, and I am the Assistant Principal at Oakland Heights Elementary. I am a graduate of Russellville High School, Arkansas Tech University, and Harding University. I am certified grades 1-6 Elementary Education, grades 1-12 English, grades 4- 8 Math, Science, and Social Studies, and K-12 Online Teaching. I love spending time with my family. Gardening, fishing, bowling, and reading are my favorite hobbies. I look forward to getting to know our Oakland Heights staff, students, and families this year!

¡Hola! My name is Dr. Danielle Stewart. I will be serving as the District ESL Supervisor, as well as a Curriculum Specialist at Oakland Heights. This is my 21st year in Education and my 9th as an administrator. Previously, I taught Spanish, English, Speech, Theatre, ESL, and Journalism, and I am NBCT in World Languages. I finished my PhD in Bilingual Education/Curriculum in 2021 from Texas Tech University. My husband, Seth, teaches Military History at RHS, and my daughter, Eden, is a Whirlwind Cheerleader at RJHS in the 8th grade. I love all things Disney! I am super excited to be a part of the Oakland team! Go All Stars!

Hi! My name is MacKenzie Hill. I will be teaching second grade at Oakland Heights Elementary! I was born and raised in Russellville, and my husband and I live here with our son and our two dogs. I can’t wait to get to know my students, and I am so excited to be an Oakland All Star!

Just a reminder for parents of 2023-2024 OHE kindergarten students...Camp Kindergarten will take place this Wednesday 8/2 and Thursday 8/3. Please contact the office if you haven't reserved your child's spot.