Dear Parents and Guardians of Oberle Elementary School,

Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year! I am incredibly excited to greet both our returning and new families and embark on another year of learning, growth, and discovery. As we begin this new academic journey together, I want to share the core areas of focus that will guide our work and shape the educational experience for every student at Oberle Elementary School.

This year, our staff will be concentrating on four key pillars that we believe are essential for a student's success, both in and out of the classroom: Lesson Internalization, the 3 R’s, AVID, and Social Emotional Awareness.

Lesson Internalization

This year, our teachers will be deepening their practice through a focus on lesson internalization. This is a process where our educators carefully and intentionally plan how to teach a lesson, anticipating where students may have questions or struggle, and preparing strategies to support them. By taking this thoughtful approach, our teachers can ensure that every student is not just being taught a lesson, but truly understanding and making the knowledge their own.

The 3 R’s: Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic

We are committed to providing a strong foundation in core academic skills. A renewed emphasis on the 3 R’s—Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic—will be evident in our classrooms. We will be implementing new strategies and resources to ensure our students develop a deep fluency and comprehension in these critical areas, which are the building blocks for all future learning.

AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination)

Our school is proud to continue its implementation of AVID, a system designed to prepare all students for college and career readiness. While traditionally a middle and high school program, the AVID Elementary framework teaches students age-appropriate skills in Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading (WICOR). Through this program, we will be empowering our young learners to develop the academic habits, critical thinking, and organizational skills they will need to be successful throughout their educational journey.

Social Emotional Awareness

The well-being of our students is just as important as their academic success. This year, we will continue to prioritize Social Emotional Awareness. We are dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment where students feel valued and empowered. Our staff will work with students to help them understand and manage their emotions, develop empathy for others, and build positive relationships. These skills are vital for navigating the challenges of school and life.

We believe that a strong partnership between home and school is the key to a child's success. I encourage you to read with your child, ask them about their day, and talk to them about what they are learning. We will be providing more information on how you can support our school's focus areas throughout the year.

Thank you for entrusting us with your child's education. We look forward to an incredible year of learning, growth, and achievement.

Educationally Yours,

Michael N. Scott, Principal