Oakland Primary School (OPS) is helping all students develop world-class skills and life and career characteristics of the profile of the SC Graduate by providing a warm and nurturing environment where all children can learn and succeed. Our students are involved in meaningful, engaging, and rigorous learning opportunities.
OPS is helping all students develop the world-class skills of the Profile of the South Carolina Graduate by showing growth in the areas of reading and math, which were our focus areas for 2023-2024. OPS had 88 of our 1st grade students scoring on track for success or better on the reading portion of the MAP test. This number is up 8 students from the previous year, with another 14 students being within 2 points of the cut score. In math, 121 students scored on track for success or better on the MAP testing, with another 17 being within 2 points of the cut score. This was in large part due to the continued implementation of MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports). Based on our strategic plan, we set yearly overall grade level growth goals for K and 1st grade reading and math. During the 2023–2024 school year, our hard-working staff exceeded each of those growth goals to keep us on track for our five-year goals.
At OPS, we maintain high expectations for our students’ academic, social, emotional, and physical development. Our teachers continue to be involved in professional development opportunities such as LETRS training, Differentiated Instruction, Early Math Numeracy, Engaged Student Learning Environments, Mastery Connect, The Leader In Me, and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) where data conferences are a priority. Oakland Primary is in the second year of implementing the Leader In Me, and this year we introduced students to Wildly Important Goals, where grade levels, classrooms, and individual students set goals and tracked their progress. Through this, we are committed to developing child-centered classrooms where critical thinking, leadership, and problem solving are daily priorities. Students are involved in STEAM, interactive learning via technology through the district One to Global initiative, hands-on activities, and literacy-rich classrooms.
Our students continue to learn the value of collaboration through service learning projects such as The American Heart Walk, Relay for Life, Shower Shaw with Cookie Drive, Canned Food Drives, the Giving Tree, Relay for Life, and Character Education Programs. Students will again participate in the school's Eagle Buck Incentive Program, which promotes positive behavior. Our students receive free breakfast and lunch through the district's Community Eligibility Lunch Program. This program ensures all students have a nutritious meal that energizes the mind for learning. Parental and community involvement are integral parts of our school.
At Oakland Primary, we believe it is the responsibility of the home, school, and community to help our future SC graduates and world leaders become well-rounded, productive citizens. We thank you for working with us and for giving us the opportunity to serve your child/children.
