Dear Oneida School District Families and Community Members,

As we embark on a new school year, I want to extend a warm welcome back to each and every one of you. I am thrilled about the opportunities and events that lie ahead and am eager to share a few highlights as we kick off this academic year.

First, we are excited to announce the upcoming move into our new elementary school. Throughout the month of December, we will be transitioning to the new facility, with students beginning their classes there when they return from Christmas break. This new space will provide an enhanced learning environment for our youngest learners, and we look forward to seeing them thrive in their new surroundings.

In addition to our new building, we have been diligently working to enhance safety measures across our district. We are implementing improvements to the entrances at both the middle school and high school to ensure a secure environment for our students and staff. During the school day, the doors will be locked, and visitors will be required to check in at the offices to gain entrance. We are not quite there yet but hope to have the systems in place within the next two weeks. 

We also want to extend a reminder to all drivers to be vigilant and adhere to the bus arm stop signs when following school buses. Last year, we experienced several violations, and it is crucial that we all do our part to keep our children safe on their way to and from school.

This year, we will have school on three Fridays in September. As our state funding is closely tied to student attendance, we encourage families to ensure that students attend on these days. Your support in maintaining regular attendance is vital for our district’s success and the continued financial support of our educational programs.

Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you for your ongoing partnership with and commitment to the Oneida School District. Together, we can make this school year a fantastic experience for our students. Here’s to a successful year ahead! 

Warm regards,

Jon Abrams, Superintendent