Daniel Axford Elementary

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. Schulte from DA always brings the happy! She has made Reagan's first year of school so incredible and memorable for her AND us! We love her!!! She works so hard and keeps every day fun! Thank you, Mrs. Schulte! -Kinsey H. Mrs. Schulte is a wonderful kindgergarten teacher! She is so very loving to her students and helps them to feel secure in her classroom in such a big transitional year. My son always comes home to tell me how sweet she is and how her hugs are the best. There is nothing better than knowing your kid feels happy in their classroom environment. Mrs. Schulte has helped my child grow so much academically and has also helped prepare them for first grade. -Kara S. Mrs. Schulte played such an important role in my son's educational journey! As someone who was nervous and anxious at school, she taught him tools to help him blossom and manage his worries. She was always there for a hug or words of encouragement. She made learning fun for him, and he always wanted to be here! We are forever thankful for her role in his life! -Jaime G. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mr. Boyd from DA ROCKS! He can always be counted on to support our students or bring a smile to their face with something silly! Thank you, Mr. Boyd! -Kinsey H. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🌟 2025 Staff Appreciation Week Shout-Out 🌟 Mrs. LeRoy from DA is a kindergarten teacher who is the heart of her class —kind, caring, and endlessly patient. She greets everyone with a warm smile and Avery reports all students line up for a Mrs. LeRoy hug after lunch. Mrs. LeRoy makes my daughter feel so loved every day, because she truly loves her students like they’re her own. Her classroom isn’t just a place to learn—it’s a place where kids feel safe, supported, and seen. Because of her, my daughter has had a great first experience with school, which was what we wanted most for Avery as she started her school journey. Endless amount of praise and appreciation for Mrs. LeRoy and everything she does for all her students every day. Thank you!!!! -Catelyn H. Mrs. LeRoy has continuously poured her heart into her kindergarten classrooms over the years and I’ve been so blessed to have her for two of my kids. She is so loving and kind and encouraging to her students which is very much needed in a big transitional year. She is excellent with communication and always makes her students love when they are hurt, sad, or scared. She deals with many emotions flawlessly and also manages her classroom with such organization that it helps her students grow for first grade. My kids grew so much academically in her classroom. -Kara S. #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🗓️ Join us for our next Community Conversations on Tuesday, May 13 at 6 PM at Oxford Elementary! 🏫 There’s no set agenda — just an open, welcoming space to talk about whatever’s on your mind. Whether you have questions, ideas, or just want to listen in, we’d love to have you there. 💬 #WorldclassWildcats #OCSWildcats

✨ Is your child ready to dive into the world of reading and writing? ✨ 📚 Join us for a free event designed for families with students in Pre-K through 1st Grade! 🗓️ When: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 from 6:00-7:00 PM 📍 Where: Clear Lake Elementary Register here by May 15th: https://bit.ly/4ihRkjF

📣Shoutout to the amazing ASD team at Daniel Axford! They not only designed the neurodiversity acceptance shirts but also organized fantastic events like Spirit Week, Penny Wars, and classroom puzzles. Their efforts brought all the elementary schools together to support Autism acceptance. Incredible work, team! ♾️🌟 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

🚌 It’s School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! 💛 These awesome folks are out there every morning and afternoon—rain, snow, or sunshine—making sure our kids get to and from school safely. They do it with patience, a smile, and a whole lot of heart. Let’s give a big THANK YOU to our bus drivers today. We appreciate you! 💙💛 #WorldClassWildcats #OCSWildcats

The Career and Technical Education Department is seeking advice and assistance from key business and industry partners in order to keep our state-approved CTE programs up to industry standards.👩‍🔬🚑 We would like to invite YOU to become a member of the CTE Advisory Committee, which meets approximately two times per year. The purpose of the Advisory Committee is to collaborate with one another and to provide recommendations for the continuous improvement of our CTE programs. Oxford High School currently has 9 programs and 4 Early Middle College Programs: - Mechatronics - Digital Multimedia - Automotive Technology (Early Middle College) - Marketing (Early Middle College) - Computer Programming - Radio & Television Broadcast Technology - Business - Health Science - Finance (Early Middle College) - Information Technology (Early Middle College) The Spring Career and Technical Education Advisory Committee Meeting will be held in the morning on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, from 8:15-9:45am in the PAC lobby. If you or someone you know may be interested in serving on any of our program committees, please contact Career Focused Education Director, Lisa Butts, at lisa.butts@oxfordschools.org

Reminder: No School Friday, April 18th!

🎉 We are excited to recognize Kristin White as the Daniel Axford Elementary Support Person of the Year! Kristin is an incredible asset to our school community, always going above and beyond to meet the needs of our students. Her calm demeanor, positive attitude, and ability to connect with each child creates an environment where students can thrive and succeed. Kristin’s professionalism and dedication are truly inspiring. We are so lucky to have her on our team at DA! Congratulations, Kristin, and thank you for making a lasting impact on our students every day!🌟 #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

📣 Our next Community Conversations is happening April 29 from 6–7 PM — and this time, it’s virtual! 💻 Join from home, your car, or wherever works for you. We’ll be talking about school safety in various forms, and how we’re continuing to strengthen support for our students and staff. Let’s keep working together to make our schools the very best places for kids to learn and grow. RSVP here ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/mrckt854 A Zoom link will be sent before the meeting.

🌟Volunteers Needed! 🌟 Join us in making a difference by helping local homeowners in need with basic yard work April 26th & 27th! Let’s come together as a community to lend a hand and share some kindness! Click the link to learn more and to sign up - bit.ly/ogb2025!

Nominate a deserving individual TODAY for the 2nd Annual Cares Awards! Your recognition can shine a light on those who truly make a difference for our students with disabilities. Nominations are open for: - Teachers - Paraprofessionals - Bus Drivers - School Staff - Supportive Peers https://tinyurl.com/OCSCares2025

📢 Parent University: Vaping 101 📢 Learn about the challenges of youth vaping and how to support a vape-free lifestyle at this interactive workshop presented by the North Oakland Community Coalition. 📅 Date: Monday, April 14, 2025 📍 Location: 10 N. Washington, Oxford, MI 👥 Who: Parents/caregivers of students in grades 5 and up 📝 Register here: https://forms.gle/JHWVgF9RujA4p5J59 We hope to see you there!

The 2025-2026 Oxford Community Schools calendars are now available! You can view and download them here: https://www.oxfordschools.org/documents/calendars-(printable)/735621. These calendars are also linked on the district and each school's homepage under “Calendars (Printable)” for quick access. Please note, the Oxford Early Learning Center (OELC) calendar is expected to be available by the end of the week. If you haven’t explored our new website yet, now is a great time! The site features a search tool (magnifying glass in the top-right corner) to help you quickly find what you need. We also encourage you to check out the Events and Live Feed sections on the homepage to stay informed about everything happening in our district. Below are key district-wide dates for the 2025-2026 school year: 📅 First Day of School: August 21, 2025 🇺🇸 Labor Day Recess: August 29 & September 1, 2025 🍂 Fall Break: October 13-14, 2025 🦃 Thanksgiving Break: November 26-28, 2025 🎄 Holiday Break: December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026 ❄️ Mid-Winter Break: February 16-17, 2026 🌸 Spring Break: March 27 – April 3, 2026 🇺🇸 Memorial Day Recess: May 22-25, 2026 📢 Last Day of School: June 5, 2026 ⚠️ Potential Make-up Days: June 8-10, 2026 Not all dates listed here apply to Crossroads Day School. We hope this helps with your planning, and we encourage you to explore our website for more resources and updates.

🎉 🎖️🏆 Daniel Axford Elementary is proud to announce Mrs. Don for the 2024-25 DA Teacher of the Year award. She has made a profound impact on her students by creating a supportive, caring, and fun learning environment. Mrs. Don goes above and beyond to help each student feel valued, confident, and comfortable in the classroom. Her dedication, patience, and creativity have helped students grow both academically and personally. Whether it’s offering extra support or making learning enjoyable, she ensures every child feels loved and appreciated. Mrs. Don truly deserves this recognition for her outstanding contributions to her students' success. 👏 #OCSWildcats #WorldClassWildcats

School social workers are the heart 💛 of our schools. They step in when students are struggling, providing support, resources, and hope when it’s needed most. Their impact is immeasurable—helping families navigate challenges, working alongside staff to remove barriers to learning, and being a trusted presence for students. To our school social workers: Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to our students. Your work changes lives, and we are beyond grateful for all you do! 👏. While last week was School Social Workers' Week, we appreciate you every day! #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

Dear Oxford Schools Families, We invite you to join us for Community Conversations—an opportunity to connect with board members and district administrators, discuss important topics, or simply stop by to say hello. - Tuesday, March 11 – Daniel Axford Elementary, 6:00 p.m. - Tuesday, April 8 – Oxford High School, 6:00 p.m. These informal gatherings will focus on topics like academic programs, student wellness and support, safety and security, future planning, facilities, or anything else that's on your mind. No speeches, no presentations—just meaningful conversations in a relaxed setting. Refreshments will be served, and the Board of Education meeting will follow at 7:00 p.m. We hope you’ll join us! Oxford Community Schools

🎨 Hello Wildcats! Let's show our 8th grade artist, Taryn, some support for this amazing piece of art! ✅ Vote for Taryn once per day following this link (it doesn't ask for any information from you): https://www.artsonia.com/museum/aotw/vote.asp Voting ends March 1st so act fast! #OCSWildcats #WorldclassWildcats

Hello! Reminder to all families that there will be no school Monday and Tuesday next week (2/17/25 - 2/18/25) for Mid-Winter Break! The administration building will be open by appointment-only. Enjoy!