Join Oroville City Elementary School District in giving back this Thanksgiving season by helping us Stuff the Bus with much-needed items for students in need!
📅 Date: November 21, 2025
🕛 Time: 12 PM – 4 PM
📍 Location: OCESD Back Parking Lot – 2795 Yard St, Oroville
We’re collecting NEW and individually packaged items like:
👕 Clothing (4T – Adult L)
🧦 Undergarments (new & in packaging)
🛏️ Blankets, Umbrellas, Beanies
💧 Water Bottles
🧼 Toiletries
🎁 Gift Cards (Winco food only, Valero gas $25+)
💛 All donations go directly to OCESD students in need this school year.
Let’s make this Thanksgiving a little warmer and brighter for everyone! 🧡
📞 Questions? Call 530-532-3000 ext. 3001
#StuffTheBus #OCESD #GiveBack #ThanksgivingDrive #OrovilleCares #CommunitySupport
Looking for an engaging, hands-on learning experience for your TK–8th grader? OCESD schools are the place to be!
🎭 Studios @ Central Middle School – Our Visual & Performing Arts Academy (VAPA) lets students shine through music, theater, dance, and art.
🌾 Ishi Hills Middle School – Explore our brand-new Agriculture Program where students learn about sustainability, science, and real-world ag careers.
🏀 Both middle schools feature beautiful new outdoor sports pavilions and a wide range of exciting electives, including:
🎬 Theater
🧑🌾 Agriculture
🎨 Art
📰 KCTV (student broadcasting)
🎶 Band
📽️ History Through Film
🕵️ History Detectives
✍️ Writing Across History
📚 Elements of Fiction in Pop Culture
🌿 Exploring Ecosystems
…and more!
⚽ Athletics at Both Middle Schools: Get in the game with Flag Football, Basketball, Cross Country, Volleyball, and Soccer!
📚 Discover schools where creativity, curiosity, and community grow together.
👉 Enroll today at https://orovillecity.aeries.net/enrollment
Join Oroville City Elementary School District in giving back this Thanksgiving season by helping us Stuff the Bus with much-needed items for students in need!
📅 Date: November 21, 2025
🕛 Time: 12 PM – 4 PM
📍 Location: OCESD Back Parking Lot – 2795 Yard St, Oroville
We’re collecting NEW and individually packaged items like:
👕 Clothing (4T – Adult L)
🧦 Undergarments (new & in packaging)
🛏️ Blankets, Umbrellas, Beanies
💧 Water Bottles
🧼 Toiletries
🎁 Gift Cards (Winco food only, Valero gas $25+)
💛 All donations go directly to OCESD students in need this school year.
Let’s make this Thanksgiving a little warmer and brighter for everyone! 🧡
📞 Questions? Call 530-532-3000 ext. 3001
#StuffTheBus #OCESD #GiveBack #ThanksgivingDrive #OrovilleCares #CommunitySupport
🏀 Cougar Pride is strong this week! 🏀
OCESD is so proud of the Ishi Hills 7th Grade Girls Basketball Team, who went 3-0 on the road this week! The Ishi Hills Cougars are absolutely dominating on the court:
🔥 Defeated CK Price (Orland) 41–3
🔥 Beat Marsh (Chico) 42–26
🔥 Took down the Palermo Bulldogs 63–13
Three away games — three big wins! This team’s teamwork, energy, and determination are truly inspiring! 💪
We’re also so grateful to have Coach Clint leading this amazing group of athletes — your guidance, positivity, and leadership shine through every game. 👏
Superintendent Dr. Holtom even got to cheer them on in person yesterday during their big win against Palermo!
Way to go, Cougars — keep up the amazing work! 💚💛
Museum Mile Trick-or-Treat in Oroville!
Join us for a spooktacular Halloween afternoon along Oroville’s Museum Mile! On Friday, October 31st, from 3:00–7:00 PM, families are invited to visit our local museums for a safe, fun, and history-filled trick-or-treat experience.
Costumed visitors can explore Oroville’s historic sites—including the C.F. Lott Home, Pioneer History Museum, Chinese Temple, and Ehmann Home—while collecting treats and discovering local stories along the way.
Bring your candy bags, wear your best costume, and enjoy a festive evening of community, history, and Halloween fun on Museum Mile!
For a map of participating museums, visit: https://www.orovilleca.gov/288/City-Museums
For questions, please contact: museums@cityoforoville.org
Oroville City Elementary School District is excited to celebrate the grand opening of the Sports Pavilion at Studios @ Central Middle School! The ribbon cutting ceremony was filled with energy, excitement, and some unforgettable moments!
Board President Lisa Torres had the honor of cutting the ribbon, joined by Vice President Sandra Barnes and Trustee Darrel Thompson. We’re also incredibly thankful to our special guests from the Chico State Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams, who spoke with our students about the importance of academics, discipline, and what it truly means to be a Student Athlete.
The fun didn’t stop there—students got the chance to run drills and shoot around with the Chico State players. Even OCESD Superintendent Dr. Holtom got in on the action, going one-on-one with a Chico State basketball player (and had a blast doing it! 😄🏀).
It was a fantastic day of inspiration, community, and lots of laughter!
Oroville City Elementary School District is proud to announce the grand opening of the Ishi Hills Sports Pavilion! We marked the occasion with a fun-filled ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating this exciting new space for our students.
Board President Lisa Torres officially cut the ribbon, joined by Vice President Sandra Barnes and Trustee Darrel Thompson. A huge THANK YOU to our special guests—the Chico State Men’s and Women’s Basketball Team representatives—who inspired our students with powerful messages about what it means to be a Student Athlete and the importance of strong academics in middle school.
Our students had an unforgettable time running drills and shooting hoops with the Chico State team. It was a fantastic day of learning, laughter, and community spirit!
Community Partner Announcement: Lights of Hope Free Christmas Light Walk
At last night's Oroville City Elementary School District board meeting, students from Wyandotte Academy proudly led us in the Pledge of Allegiance.
These young Wyandotte Wolves showed true leadership and school pride! Each student was recognized with a certificate of appreciation for their participation and outstanding representation of their school.
Thank you, Wyandotte Wolves, for starting our meeting on such a positive note! 💙📚✨
Apply here for more information:
https://www.edjoin.org/Home/JobPosting/2148463
On Friday, October 10th, our amazing students took part in a Hmong Fashion Show to proudly showcase their traditional clothing and celebrate Hmong culture! 🎉👘🎨
It was a beautiful display of heritage, identity, and pride — with students sharing their culture through colorful, meaningful outfits worn with confidence and joy.
Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this in-school celebration so special! 💫
Upcoming regular meeting of the Oroville City Elementary School District Governing Board.
Meeting Details: 📣
Date: 📅 Wednesday, October 15th
Location: 📍 Oroville City Hall, City Hall Chambers (1735 Montgomery St., Oroville, CA)
Time: ⏰
Closed Session begins at 4:15 PM
Open Session is scheduled to begin at approximately 5:00 PM
We encourage all members of the community to attend the Open Session or view the agenda to see the items scheduled for discussion.
The complete agenda and supporting documents for the October 15th meeting can be accessed here:
https://go.boarddocs.com/ca/ocesd/Board.nsf/Public
We look forward to your engagement.
Construction has officially begun on the Oakdale Heights Playground Update! 🛠️🎉
Big changes are on the way as we create a brand-new play space that’s safer, more fun, and built for ALL of our young Eagles to enjoy. From modern equipment to exciting new features, we’re building a playground that soars as high as our Eagle pride! 🛝💚
👷 Please be cautious around construction areas.
📸 Stay tuned for progress updates and sneak peeks!
Let’s get ready to PLAY, Oakdale Heights! 🦅💪
📢 Hey! Want to Make Up Student Absences?
Join OCESD’s Attendance Recovery Program!
Oroville City Elementary School District (OCESD) is excited to offer a new way for students to make up absences and stay on track — all while supporting their school’s success!
We’re participating in California’s Attendance Recovery Program, which allows us to hold make-up sessions outside of regular school hours — including weekends and school breaks.
🏫 Saturday School / Attendance Recovery Details
✅ Who: Students in Grades 3–8 (additional grades will be added in future sessions)
🕗 Time: 8:30AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Location: Rotates between school sites
📝 Registration: Contact your child’s school to sign up!
🍴Breakfast & Lunch Provided
📍 First Session: Saturday, October 11, 2025
Host Site: Studios @ Central
🚨 The first session is almost here!
Make sure to sign up at your child’s school to reserve a spot for the first dates!
📆 Scheduled Attendance Recovery Dates (2025–2026)
Fall/Winter 2025:
October 11, 2025
October 25, 2025
November 15, 2025
November 24, 2025 (Fall Break)
November 25, 2025 (Fall Break)
December 13, 2025
December 29, 2025 (Winter Break)
December 30, 2025 (Winter Break)
Winter 2026:
January 10, 2026
January 24, 2026
February 17, 2026 (Presidents' Week)
February 18, 2026 (Presidents' Week)
March 14, 2026
March 28, 2026
🎯 Why Attend?
-Make up missed school days
-Stay on track with learning
-Avoid attendance-related consequences
-Boost school funding through improved attendance
📞 Questions? Contact your child’s school!
Ever wonder how we support positive behavior at school? Take a peek behind the scenes with our PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) Newsletter — created for staff, but we’re excited to share it with our OCESD families too! 💜🖤
Inside, you’ll find:
✅ How teachers and staff encourage safe, respectful, and responsible behavior
✅ Fun ways we celebrate student success
✅ Upcoming PBIS events and activities
✅ Tips that families can use at home too!
📬 Check out what’s happening across our schools: https://secure.smore.com/n/zdgtm
Together, we’re building a strong, supportive learning environment for every student!
At Oroville City Elementary School District, we are proud to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of our Hmong students and families.
As part of our ongoing commitment to honoring diversity, our schools recognize the Hmong New Year as a time of celebration, tradition, and community. From traditional clothing and music to cultural activities and classroom lessons, we embrace the opportunity to learn from one another and grow together.
We’re grateful to have such vibrant cultures represented in our schools. To all who celebrate: Nyob Zoo Xyoo Tshiab! ✨
