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Oak + Elm Families at Feed My Starving Children Volunteer Event this past weekend

11/16/2025 5:30 pm

 

140 volunteers attended the Oak + Elm event at Feed My Starving Children in Aurora this past Saturday. Pictured above are students, teachers, Oak Principal Effey Nassis and Elm Principal Sara Olson. Thank you to Oak PTO member, Jenny Chi, for producing a memorable volunteer experience for our families and staff. Check-out our Instagram page later today for a recap.

Holiday Cards at Minted: Save 20%, 10% returned to Oak PTO

11/16/2025 5:25 pm

 

Click Here to Shop Holiday Cards! 

 

**FUNDRAISEOAK is valid toward all Minted orders, excluding fine art prints (discounts can be applied to children’s art), commissioned art, customizable fine art, gift cards, custom design services, and items sold and shipped by third-party sellers (Direct from Artist and Wedding Marketplace), fabric goods, Minted More membership fees, Photo Op or styling or customization services. Discounts may be applied towards any Disney-branded merchandise, however Minted does not pay donations on these orders. Discounts do not apply to shipping charges or tax, and cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions, including discounted credit.

PTO General Meeting: Friday, Nov. 21

11/16/2025 1:29 pm

Can't make it in person? Join the Oak PTO via Zoom!

Click on Image Above or HERE to Join via Zoom!

Save the Date: Oak Benefit

11/16/2025 1:17 pm

Save the Dates: Student Dances

11/16/2025 1:15 pm

Teacher/Staff Favorites - View the List!

11/16/2025 12:45 pm

There have been a few changes to the document -- so please double check favorites! 

Homework Helpers at Hinsdale Public Library: Thursdays from 4-6 p.m.

11/16/2025 12:42 pm

Homework Helpers - with High School Volunteers

Looking for someone to help your kids with math or reading or just to sit with them while they work on homework? Getting help from high school students is FUN! Kids in grades K-5 can drop in during the Hinsdale Public Library's Homework Helper sessions every THURSDAY 4-6 p.m. to receive help from trained high school volunteers! Students will earn prizes each time they attend. Hosted by the HPL Junior Advisory Board.
 
 

Lumi Learning: Free 30-minute tutoring sessions for students

11/1/2025 12:30 pm

 

Sharing a wonderful new resource for Oak Parents: Lumi Learning.

FREE 30-minute tutoring sessions for K-8 students.

Click here to book your session now! 

Sessions are led by high-achieving high school volunteers who are thriving in their own studies and love helping younger students succeed.

Lumi Learning tutors provide one-on-one support in math, reading, science, and more. Each session is personalized to your child’s needs, helping them gain confidence, improve skills, and enjoy learning.

Questions? Email support@lumilearning.org 

D181 Foundation Community Speaker Series: 2025-2026

10/22/2025 12:46 pm

Announcing the Community Speaker Series lineup for the 2025-2026 season! We are thrilled to welcome these top experts to our community this school year. 

The Community Speaker Series is committed to fostering a sense of community through hosting in-person and virtual events that inform and inspire. CSS is funded jointly by District 86 and District 181 and is supported by the D181 Foundation. Our events are free and open to the public. We encourage everyone to join our events, connect and learn together.  

Click on the image above to learn more about the D181 Foundation.

Check Out Our Recent Instagram Post: Principal Appreciation Month!

10/18/2025 1:15 pm

 

Click Here to View Photos on Instagram!

 

Be sure to "like" our post, if you haven't already!

 

Click Here to "Like" D181's Instagram post celebrating Principal Nassis! 

 

Thank you for your continued support in enhancing our social media presence.