Oak Grove School District

Oak Grove School District is pleased to offer FREE Summer Meals to all children in the community aged 1-18 years old. Meals will be offered at Anderson Elementary, Davis Intermediate and Edenvale Elementary. See flyers below for additional information. Feel free to share this post!

Celebrating a Legacy of Service 💙💚 Associate Superintendent Mark Evans

Oak Grove School District is proud to congratulate Associate Superintendent Mark Evans on his retirement at the conclusion of this school year, celebrating an extraordinary 38-year career dedicated to public education.

Since joining Oak Grove in July 2022, Associate Superintendent Evans has brought exceptional leadership, extensive expertise, and an unwavering commitment to supporting students, staff, and school communities. Throughout his distinguished career as a teacher, site administrator, and district leader, he has remained steadfast in his mission to ensure that schools have the resources, support, and opportunities needed for success.

During his time in Oak Grove, Mr. Evans became known for his collaborative approach, thoughtful leadership, and strong connection to school communities. Whether overseeing critical operational initiatives, supporting districtwide efforts, or spending time on campuses and in classrooms alongside teachers and students, he consistently demonstrated a genuine passion for education and a deep dedication to those he served.

His contributions have had a lasting impact on our district, and his leadership, professionalism, and commitment to excellence have helped strengthen Oak Grove in countless ways. While we will miss his guidance and presence, we are grateful for the legacy he leaves behind and the positive influence he has had on our students, staff, and families.

As Associate Superintendent Evans begins this exciting new chapter, we extend our heartfelt thanks for his years of service and wish him happiness, good health, and many rewarding adventures in retirement. He will always be a cherished member of the Oak Grove family.

Please join us in congratulating Associate Superintendent Evans on his well-deserved retirement and in thanking him for his remarkable contributions to public education. 🎉

☀️ Taylor Elementary's 5th and 6th grade students recently took the stage in a wonderful production of Annie Jr. as part of their afterschool musical theatre program, directed and choreographed by 6th grade teacher, Daniel McDonald.

From rehearsals to the final bow, students demonstrated incredible dedication, creativity, and teamwork. It was a joy to watch them grow in confidence and bring this beloved story to life for our community.

Be sure to check out the attached production photos to see some of the highlights from this amazing show!

Bravo to our talented performers for a fantastic production! 🎭

➡️Our SSAC (Superintendent’s Student Advisory Committee) representatives went on a field trip to San José City Hall last week. Thank you to Board President Frances Herbert and ESD Coordinators Shannon Bui
and Eva Marcoida for supporting the trip. Students enjoyed a meaningful learning experience exploring the history of San José, viewing exhibits throughout City Hall, and engaging in thoughtful conversations with District 2 Councilmember Pamela Campos, our host, and City leaders and staff. The visit provided valuable insight into local
government and inspired our future leaders. District 10 Councilmember George Casey also stopped by to say hi and take a picture with our group. 🏢

🌟 Thank you to everyone who attended in person, joined virtually, or supported us in spirit during last Thursday’s Board meeting. It was a special evening as we recognized our Student Success Vision Award recipients, the 2026 Classified Employees of the Year, and schools and individuals honored for their contributions to multilingualism. 💫

🍎🏆2026 Oak Grove School District Teacher of the Year🎉📚
Last week, Superintendent Dr. Chaidez and members of the Executive Team had a pleasure of visiting Taylor Elementary School to surprise our 2026 Oak Grove School District Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Marcy Nagatani, in front of her students. This special recognition honored her exceptional instructional practice, unwavering commitment to students, and outstanding contributions to the school community throughout her 22-year career in education.

☀️🎭 Taylor Elementary presents Annie Jr will be performing 5/6, 5/7, and 5/8 at 7 PM in the cafeteria! Seating is first-come, first-serve. Your current and former students would love to see you there!

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎✨
This week, we proudly celebrate the extraordinary educators who make a lasting difference in the lives of our students every single day. Through their dedication, compassion, creativity, and unwavering commitment, our teachers inspire learning, nurture confidence, and help every child grow and thrive.

In recognition of their invaluable contributions, the Board unanimously approved Resolution No. 1547-04/26 at the April 16 Board Meeting, officially proclaiming May 13, 2026, as the Day of the Teacher.

To all Oak Grove Teachers: Thank you for the heart, passion, and excellence you bring to our schools. Your impact reaches far beyond the classroom, and we are grateful for all that you do! 💙🍎📚

🥗🍝🌮May 1, 2026 is School Lunch Hero Day. 🍔🍕🌭
This year again our staff have served well over ONE MILLION MEALS!
🦸🏽⭐️School Lunch Hero Day recognizes the hardworking food service professionals who nourish our students with healthy meals and warm smiles every day. Our Oak Grove team leads the way nationally through the Universal Meals Program and continues to support families facing food insecurity. Thanks to their dedication, every student receives a quality breakfast and lunch daily. A heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible CNS staff and School Lunch Heroes!

⏰REMINDER - 3 Minutes for Our Students: Shape the Future of OGSD Schools
Local Classrooms, Local Choices: Share Your Priorities ✅

Our school district is exploring options to protect the quality of education in our local schools amid uncertainties in state and federal funding. All funds generated by a potential local parcel tax would be controlled locally and can not be taken by the State or the Federal government. We value your input as we consider the best path forward for our students.

📋Please take 3 minutes to share your thoughts HERE. https://forms.gle/p5eXCuNYpDHQTbMp7

Thank you for your partnership, support, and commitment to our students and schools.