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Live Oaks Career Campus Newsletter

Posted Date: 05/22/26 (04:30 PM)


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Live Oaks Career Campus

Newsletter

May 22, 2026

MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN

We did it! Another school year is over, and our students have met countless milestones over the course of the year. We celebrated hundreds of passed credentials, CTSO winners, job offers, pay raises, college acceptances, enlistments, small successes and great wins since last August. For many of our students, their "summer job" looks a little different than most high school students. Our cosmetology students are completing internship hours and many of our students are working in their chosen industry. A few students are even starting to work in a placement job where they will be working full-time in the fall instead of coming to lab next year. Not only have our students learned a great deal, but many of them have also grown up tremendously. This week our juniors started to show they are ready to lead our new students next fall, and I can’t wait to see what they accomplish next year.
 
Next fall, Great Oaks will be implementing the policy to comply with SB29 and student cell phones will not be allowed during the school day. We appreciate your support with that enforcement at home. We will be communicating more about that later, but I wanted to give you all the "heads up".
 
We look forward to our current students returning on August 19th. We will welcome our new juniors on August 18th. 
 
I could not be prouder of our students! 
 
Dr. Amy Crouse
Dean of Instruction
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REPORT CARDS

Grade cards for the fourth quarter will be available soon and can be accessed by logging into your Progress Book. Your student's grade card will show you their grades for each class, as well as their attendance. You can also use the grade card to track your student's progress over time and identify any areas where they may need additional support.

Click on the following link and select the Great Oaks Institute of Technology icon to log in to Progress Book: https://pbaccess.hccanet.org/district

If you would prefer to receive a paper copy of your student’s report card, please contact Mrs. Duffy in Student Services at DuffyC@greatoaks.com.
 

LIVE OAKS CLASS OF 2026

Class of 2026
We are so proud of our graduates. For those who want to revisit the highlights of our Senior Ceremony, you can now access the following resources online:

  • Click HERE for a digital copy of the senior ceremony program booklet.

  • Click HERE for a copy of the senior ceremony slide show.

  • Click HERE to view the recording of the senior ceremony.

  • Click HERE to download photos of students receiving their Career Passports.

We know you are bursting with pride, and we would love to capture that feeling. If you didn’t get a chance to scan the QR code during the ceremony, could you take 60 seconds to share a quick thought about your student’s CTE journey?

Link: Share Your Story Here - Parent Testimonial

Whether it’s a story about their newfound confidence or a thank-you to a specific instructor, your words help us celebrate their hard work and show future students what is possible in this program.

Thank you for trusting us with your student’s education. We can’t wait to see what they do next!
 

STAY INFORMED

As we look ahead to the new school year, we know you may have questions about what to expect. Official correspondence will begin heading your way in August, but in the meantime, here is how we’ll keep you informed and connected every step of the way:

  • Live Oaks Website: We will post all details and updates directly on the Live Oaks Website.
  • Email: Watch your inbox for important updates sent straight to you.
  • Phone & Text: We will send automated voice and text messages with timely information throughout the year.
  • School Calendar: Stay ahead of important dates by viewing the 2026-2027 Live Oaks Calendar.

Need to reach us? Feel free to call us at 513.575.1900 (please note that summer hours apply).

Note: Questions regarding transcripts, diplomas, or transportation should be directed to your student's affiliated school.
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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
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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
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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.
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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!
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UPCOMING DATES

08/19/26
First Day of School
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