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Preparing Students for Life

Oaktree Observer ~ October 30

Posted Date: 10/30/26 (04:19 PM)

A sports team logo featuring a blue and gold Trojan helmet with the text 'MARTIANS' integrated into the crest, set against a black background.

Oaktree Observer

Oaktree Elementary School

October 30, 2026
A modern tan building featuring a distinct gabled entryway with decorative tile pillars under a partly cloudy sky.
 

New Staff at Oaktree

A welcome graphic featuring Student Success Coach Mr. Michael Cooper at Oaktree Elementary, complete with his photo and biography.
A graphic introducing Mrs. Gellings, Oaktree Elementary School lunchroom aide, with her photo and biography text.

Oaktree Watch DOGS

A smiling man and two children pose in front of a yellow and blue display board, wearing blue and yellow paper chains.
A man and two children pose smiling in front of a yellow bulletin board with blue letters and spider decorations.
An adult and two children smile together in front of a yellow bulletin board with blue letters.
A smiling man and two children pose in front of a bright yellow bulletin board decorated with blue letters and black bats.
 

4th Grade Field Trip

A large group of children and adults sit in tiered seating inside an auditorium, looking towards the camera.
A performer in traditional regalia stands on a stage with a group of children, while a musician plays guitar to their right.
A large group of children and adults sit in rows of tiered seating inside an auditorium.
A performer holds a round wooden drum and speaks into a microphone on a stage with a blue curtain backdrop.
 

5th Grade Oaktree Students Delivered Their Homemade Playdough to 1st Graders at Reid!

A group of elementary school students smiling while sitting at their desks in a classroom.
Two young students smile at a classroom desk with green playdough pieces in front of them.
Three children smile while sitting at a classroom table with school supplies and educational charts.
A smiling boy in an orange jack-o'-lantern shirt sits at a table in a classroom, with another student behind him.
A smiling boy and girl sit at desks in a classroom, with other students and a colorful word chart visible in the background.
Two boys smile at the camera while sitting at a table in a bright classroom.
 
A flyer for the Oaktree Elementary Can Food Drive, featuring Michigan and Michigan State logos, running from November 2 to November 13.
Click Here For More Info
 
A promotional schedule for 'Wreaths Across America Spirit Days' lists themed dress-up days for November, including USA Day, Michigan/MSU, Camo Day, Wacky Hair Day, Flannel Day, Career Day, and PJ Day.
Click Here For More Info
 

Martian STRONG Family Newsletter

Oaktree & Reid Elementary Family Newsletter for October 2026, themed Martian Strong with a Halloween background.
 

Happy Birthday, Ember!

Four smiling children pose closely together on the floor around a golden retriever therapy dog.
A golden dog wearing a small party hat is surrounded by children indoors.
 

Goodrich Boys Basketball

An informational flyer and registration form for the Goodrich Boys Jet League Basketball program.
 
A promotional flyer for Young Rembrandts drawing classes for kids grades K-5 at Oaktree Elementary.
 
A graphic with an American flag draped across the top and text reading 'Election Day, No School, Tuesday, November 3, 2026'.
 
A blue graphic featuring a white alarm clock with text that reads, 'HEY MARTIANS! Daylight Savings NOVEMBER 1, 2026 SET YOUR CLOCKS BACK'.
 

Wonder Wednesday Results are in!

A pie chart showing survey results for favorite trick-or-treating candies from 274 responses.
 
A mint green backpack filled with school supplies sits next to text announcing Oaktree Elementary Parent Teacher Conferences on November 10 & 12.
 
A flyer for the Goodrich Wrestling Club detailing practice schedules, locations, and registration fees.
 
A promotional flyer for the Goodrich Equestrian Team featuring event details and a QR code for registration.
 
A festive flyer for the Mini Martian Dance Clinic, featuring bold blue and yellow text, Santa hats, and snowflakes.
 
An informational poster titled Call Push Shock explains how to save a life from sudden cardiac arrest using CPR and AEDs.
 
Poster announcing 'Super Saver' and 'Deposit Day is Here!' for 2026-27 with a list of dates.
 
A promotional flyer for Brick Builder Club at Goodrich Middle School for ages 6-15, featuring a dark background decorated with colorful toy bricks.
 

Watch D.O.G.S

Oaktree is excited to participate in the Watch D.O.G.S program again this year! We are inviting male role models from our Oaktree community to serve as a positive influence in our school. Please click below for program information and to register! Spots fill up fast! 
Click Here to Register!
 

Goodrich Martian PTO

The Martian PTO is always looking for people to get involved.

Please email the Martian PTO at Martianptoinc@gmail.com or visit the Martian PTO web page for more information.

The Martian PTO is also on Facebook: Martian PTO Facebook Page
Invitation to Martian PTO monthly meeting dates: September 17, 2026; January 21, 2027; May 20, 2027.
An informational flyer titled "Meet the Goodrich PTO 2026-2027" listing board members with their photos and roles.
Click for Martian PTO Spiritwear
 
A white sticky note pinned to a yellow background reads, "Reminder! Make sure your I-CHAT form is complete and on file!!"
Fill out your I-CHAT here!
 
An informational graphic announces the new ParentVUE and StudentVUE apps, showing the app icons and a phone display.
Reminder: Download the ParentSquare app, a district-wide communication tool, today.
Stay in the loop with ParentSquare!

Don’t check your email often? No problem. With ParentSquare, you choose how you get updates - text, app notifications, or email.

  • Easy sign-up
  • All-in-one communication
  • District-wide connection

Sign up today and never miss an important update again!

For more information visit here: https://www.goodrichschools.org/cms/One.aspx...
A graphic encourages connection with Oaktree Elementary on social media.
 
The 2026-2027 district calendar for Goodrich Area Schools, featuring monthly calendars, building schedules, and important dates.
Breakfast & Lunch Menus Here!
 

School Hours & Attendance

Oaktree's school hours are:
Full Day: 8:20am – 3:40pm, Half Day: 8:20am – 12:00pm.
Tardy: Students should be in their classroom ready to learn by 8:30. After 8:30, or if they miss the parent drop off line and are brought in the office for drop off, they are marked tardy.
Half Day (AM or PM Absence): Arrive after 9:15 or leave before 2:50. Please use the ParentVue app or call the attendance line to report your child’s absence. Parents will receive an automated phone call, text, and email if an absence is not verified to the office by 9:30am. After receiving these communications, please call the front office or attendance line or the absence will remain unverified.
Excused Medical Absence: In the case that your child missed school because they were under the care of a physician, please turn all doctor’s notes into the office within one week of their return to school.

Student Drop-Off Procedure

AM Student Drop-Off Procedure: All students are to be dropped off at our Parent Drop Off area beginning at 8:10. This is located at the far West End of the building. 
PM Student Drop-Off Procedure: All students being picked up after 3:00pm must be picked up from our West End of the building. Please park in the large parking lot, and enter through door 8. All parents arriving after 3:00 will be directed there.
 
A yellow poster with the word 'MARTIAN' and the acronym 'STRONG' listing positive values.

Oaktree Elementary School

District Mission Statement - Learners of all ages will develop the skills and habits they need to build emotionally and physically healthy lives while growing into caring, responsible adults.

District Vision Statement - Preparing Students for Life

Location: 7500 South Gale Road, Goodrich, MI 48438
Phone: 810-591-5200