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Live Oaks Career Campus Newsletter

Posted Date: 01/30/26 (04:30 PM)


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Live Oaks Career Campus

Newsletter

February 2, 2026
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MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN

Dear Live Oaks Families,
 
What a week! Huge thank you to our maintenance crew for getting our sidewalks and parking lot ready to return to school. We appreciate everyone's patience as you try to navigate decisions from both your home school and Live Oaks. Here is link the school closure chart. Home schools do their best to coordinate transportation to the Oaks if it's provided, but it isn't always possible when decisions are different. Please contact the transportation department for your home district if you have questions.  
 
Regardless of the snow, time flies! Next week the calendar turns to February already. Midterms are Friday, February 13. Please help us remind students about this deadline for any missed assignments to this point in the quarter. February is also Career Tech Education Month! Ohio is fortunate to have such a robust approach to Career Tech. Live Oaks is especially fortunate because we get to work with your students!
 
Have a great weekend!

Dr. Amy Crouse
Dean of Instruction
 

COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS ANNUAL NOTICE

Attention Great Oaks students and families: please review the important notice below regarding the College Credit Plus (CCP) program. This is a great opportunity to earn college credit while completing your high school requirements.
CCP Annual Notice
CCP Annual Notice
CCP Annual Notice
If you have any questions or need further guidance, please reach out to your Live Oaks counselor for assistance.
Live Oaks Counselors
 

DINE TO DONATE

Mark your calendars! Our next fundraiser is happening at Freddy’s, and we’d love to see you there. It’s the perfect excuse to skip cooking and support our community at the same time.
  • Date: Thursday, February 19th
  • Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Location: Freddy's (907 State Route 28, Milford, OH)
How to Support:
  • In-Store: Just show the flyer (digital or paper) at the register.
  • Online: Ordering via the app or website? Use promo code GIVEBACK at checkout.
 

ACT/SAT TESTING

Juniors will need to report to their home school on the date listed below for ACT/SAT testing. More detailed information will be sent soon.
ACT/SAT DATES
 

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Applications are being accepted from sophomores interested in enrolling at Live Oaks for the 2026-2027 school year.

Visit www.greatoaks.com the click "apply now".
 

LIVE OAKS CAREER CAMPUS PROM

Live Oaks Prom – A Night Among the Stars
  • Get ready for a magical night! The Live Oaks Prom is happening on March 14th from 7–11 PM at the Oasis Conference Center. Enjoy an evening of elegance, dancing, and a delicious dinner—all included!
  • CLICK HERE to see our Live Oaks Prom flyer.
  • CLICK HERE for the full Prom Info Sheet.
  • CLICK HERE to purchase tickets and access guest forms and professional photo package forms.
Click here to buy tickets
Live Oaks Prom Flyer
 

SENIOR INFORMATION

Senior 2026
Students should check both their affiliate school and Great Oaks email for important information.

LIVE OAKS SENIOR CEREMONY

Save the Date: Live Oaks Senior Ceremony!

Mark your calendars!

The Live Oaks Senior Ceremony will be held on:
  • Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
  • Time: 7:00 PM
  • Location: Northern Kentucky University

We'll share more detailed information about the event as we get closer to the date.

AFFILIATE SCHOOL GRADUATION INFORMATION

Jostens:
For seniors from Goshen, Madeira, Princeton
Delivery Date: We will provide the delivery date as soon as it becomes available.

Graduate Services:
For seniors from Anderson, Batavia, CNE, Deer Park, Felicity, Goshen, Indian Hill, Little Miami, Loveland, Lynchburg, Mariemont, Milford, Oaks Hills, Turpin, West Clermont, William Mason, and Winton Woods, Wyoming
Delivery Date: Announcements will be distributed on March 16th during lunch. Cap and gowns will be distributed on April 30th during lunch.

SUBMIT YOUR SENIOR PHOTO

Help Us Make the Live Oaks Senior Ceremony Unforgettable! We need a photo of every senior for the ceremony and yearbook.
 
Click HERE to submit a photo. 
Senior Photos Needed Picture

SENIOR YEARBOOK

Capture every memory of your senior year with the Live Oaks SENIOR Yearbook! Don’t miss your chance to own this keepsake filled with photos, milestones, and moments that made your final year unforgettable.

The deadline to order is April 1st. Click HERE to order your yearbook today!
Order Your Yearbook Today!

SENIOR COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE

College-Bound Students: We're so proud of you! Please help us celebrate your success by filling out the linked form with your acceptance information.

Click HERE to submit your information.
 

INVEST IN OUR STUDENTS' FUTURE

Great Oaks Career Campuses do not charge tuition or school fees as part of our mission to make career technical education more widely available. Other than uniforms, there are no costs to participate in our programs. This year, instead of asking for traditional school fees as required at your home schools, we're
inviting you to invest directly in something that makes a real impact—our Career
& Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs).

These student-led organizations develop leadership, technical skills, and real-world readiness that prepare our students for college and careers. From competitions to community servlce to professional development, your support fuels everything we do.
DONATE NOW
Live Oaks Donation Flyer
 

SCHOOL CLOSING NOTIFICATIONS

We want to make sure you're well-informed in the event of a school closure, such as those due to inclement weather. Knowing where to look for official announcements will help keep everyone safe and minimize confusion.

How We Notify You of a Closure
If Live Oaks Career Campus must close, we will send out notifications using these methods:
  • ParentSquare (Primary Method): This is our most direct and fastest communication channel. You'll receive a notification immediately.
  • School Website: Check the homepage for an alert or banner announcement.
  • Local News Stations: The closure will be reported through local television and radio outlets.
To ensure you get the quickest notification of any school closure, please take a moment to verify that you are actively receiving notices from us via ParentSquare.
  • If you're not receiving them, or are unsure, please log into your account or contact the school office for assistance.
  • Ensuring your contact information is up-to-date in ParentSquare is the most effective way to stay informed.
Inclement Weather Note
If the closure is due to inclement weather, please remember:
  • Follow your student's affiliated high school's closure/delay announcements.
  • If Live Oaks remains open but your student cannot attend, please contact their instructors for assignment updates.
Your cooperation in keeping your contact information current helps us keep everyone safe and informed!
 

SCHOOL COMMUNICATION

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About ParentSquare

To make sure we have consistent communication with parents and staff, Great Oaks Career Campuses uses ParentSquare, a safe and secure platform for all school-to-home communication. We use it to send important robocalls, text messages, and emails from the district and individual schools.

An account is automatically created for each parent using the preferred email address and phone number that they have on file with their Live Oaks. We encourage all parents to register for and log in to their accounts to set up their notification preferences.

Stay Connected
  1. Update your information
  2. Ensure your phone number, email address, and home address are up-to-date in your school's student information system.
  3. Register your ParentSquare account
  4. You may sign up through the email invitation you may have received through ParentSquare or you may sign in to ParentSquare using your contact information (email or phone number) that is on file for your student at their school.
  5. Update your settings
  6. Getting too many calls? Don't want texts? Once you are registered, you can change your notification settings to fit your needs.
  7. Make sure emails are getting through
  8. Check your spam folder for emails from donotreply@parentsquare.com and add the domain parentsquare.com to the safe senders list in your email client.
 

2025-2026 LIVE OAKS GUIDELINES

Live Oaks Career Campus Attendance Line 513.612.4925
Arrival:
  • Students can arrive at school as early as 7:30 am for breakfast.
  • Classes start at 7:50 am.
  • Students without a first-period class can arrive 5 minutes before their first class starts and wait in the office.
  • Unsupervised students on campus before 7:30 am are not allowed due to safety concerns.

2025-2026 Calendar:
  • Click HERE to review the Live Oaks Career Campus calendar.
  • Students attend Live Oaks on our school days, even if their affiliate school is not in session. Transportation from the high school to Live Oaks will continue as usual, except in the case of inclement weather.

Lunch:
  • We're a closed campus. Students are not allowed to leave or bring outside food into the school during lunch.

Parking:
  • Driving is a privilege, requiring good attendance and on-time arrival.
  • Vehicles need a valid permit and must obey traffic laws and follow staff instructions.
  • Parking privileges can be revoked for disciplinary reasons.
  • Returning seniors can use last year's parking tag, while juniors get new ones in the first few weeks.

Uniform:
  • Students must wear their school uniform and student ID badge throughout the school day.

Attendance:
  • Report absences and early dismissals to our attendance line by 8:00 AM.
  • Make sure your contact information matches our records. Only authorized guardians (as listed on the emergency form) are allowed to excuse absences or release students.

Excused Absences:
  • Parents can excuse absences up to 10 days without a note.
  • Absences exceeding 10 days require an official note (e.g., doctor's note).

Student-Athletes:
  • Obtain a Sports Early Release Form from the office.
  • Have the coach and parent/guardian sign the form before submitting it to the office.

Inclement Weather:
  • Follow the student's affiliated high school's closure/delay announcements.
  • If Live Oaks stays open, contact instructors for assignment updates.
  • Live Oaks will provide updates on our website at www.greatoaks.com.

If you require assistance from a dean, you can find their contact information below.
Live Oaks Deans
 

STUDENT SERVICES

Below is a list of counselor assignments for each program. Please contact the appropriate counselor for any inquiries.
Live Oaks Counselors
Live Oaks Counselor News
 

MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT

School-based mental health support is available at Live Oaks.
Click HERE for more information or contact Child Focus at 513-752-1555.
Child-Focus
 

SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL

Help us raise funds for Live Oaks by signing up for the Kroger Community Rewards program! Simply link your Kroger Plus card to Live Oaks. Every time you shop at Kroger, a portion of your purchases will be donated to our school. It's a simple way to make a big difference!

Thank you for your support!
Live Oaks Kroger Rewards Program Flyer
 

UPCOMING DATES

02/16/26
Holiday Break (NO SCHOOL)
02/19/26
Dine to Donate at Freddy's (907 State Route 28, Milford, OH)
02/24/26
ACT Testing
  • Anderson, Blanchester, Clinton-Massie, Goshen, Little Miami, Loveland, Mason, Sycamore, Turpin, Wilmington, Wyoming
02/25/26
ACT Testing
  • Batavia, CNE, Winton Woods
02/26/26
ACT Testing
  • West Clermont
02/27/26
ACT Testing
  • Milford
03/04/26
ACT Testing
  • Indian Hill (SAT), Reading
03/06/26
Staff Professional Day (NO SCHOOL)
03/10/26
ACT Testing
  • Deer Park (SAT), Madeira, Mariemont
03/20/26
3rd Quarter Ends
03/27/26 - 04/03/26
Spring Break (NO SCHOOL)
05/12/26
Live Oaks Senior Ceremony, 7:00 PM, Northern Kentucky University
05/21/26
Last Day of School
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