A Message from Dr. Reavis

As the temperature dips and the leaves change color, we welcome the arrival of fall! It’s time for pumpkin spice and cool mornings with jackets pulled from the closet. In 2005, my wife and I adopted our daughter from China, and her birth name translates to “beautiful autumn.” Each year, this reminds me of how beautiful our children are to us. Things have truly fallen into place at Oakview: routines are set, and we’re fully engaged in learning. Thank you for your continued support at home.

Fall Parent Conferences
As we approach the end of the first quarter on October 10th, classroom teachers will soon be holding fall conferences. These meetings are an excellent opportunity to talk about your child’s strengths and growth while building strong connections with teachers. Let’s continue to celebrate our students’ progress together!

Fall Means Rankings!
It’s that time of year when our favorite college football teams are ranked! The same is true for schools across South Carolina as spring 2025 SCReady test scores are posted. According to schooldigger.com, Oakview Elementary School ranked 10th out of 640 South Carolina elementary schools! Our ranking moved up from 11th from the previous year. This top 10 ranking is yet another indicator to show Oakview‘s commitment to its students and the strong involvement of parents and the community! Hoot Loud Be Proud!

For the children,
Dr. Phillip Reavis

Change in Assignment/School Choice for 26/27 School Year

Open November 10-November 25, 2025

Parents/guardians can submit a choice request form for up to three schools. Choice request forms are available at every school (except magnet schools) and must be completed and submitted at the first choice school. This form is not available online. Order of receipt of the CIA form at schools during the CIA Lottery Window does not affect selection.

Oakview Rated EXCELLENT on SC School Report Card

Congratulations Oakview on earning another Overall Rating of EXCELLENT on the 2024-2025 SC School Report Card!

SC Ready Reading - 90% of students Met or Exceeded expectations
SC Ready Math - 85% of students Met or Exceeded expectations
SC Science - 89% of fourth grade students Met or Exceeded expectations

The percentage of Oakview students who meet or exceed expectations on SC Ready tests are 22% - 31% above GCS averages and 30% - 41% above the state of South Carolina! This is further evidence that our partnerships in support of students are resulting in continuous improvement as well as sustained high achievement! Hoot Loud, Be Proud!

Oakview's 30th Birthday Celebration!

All former Oakview employees and PTA leaders are invited to a 30 year celebration on Wednesday, November 19th at 8:30am. Immediately following our ceremony, we will host a reception in the media center. Feel free to bring along any photos, yearbooks, or stories to share. If you would like to submit any digital pictures from your years at Oakview, please email kelseymitchell@greenville.k12.sc.us.

Please honor us with your attendance and RSVP by Monday, November 17, 2025.

RSVP

Grandparent's Day - November 25, 2025

Every three years, Oakview hosts a special day for grandparents on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. On this day, students will share their daily school lives with their grandparents. Below are the two session times. The times are
staggered to manage the number of visitors on our campus. Grandparents should attend the session that matches the last name of their oldest grandchild.

8:30-10:00am: Students with Last Names A-L
11:30-1:00pm: Students with Last Names M-Z

Please read more about the day on the Registration Form and then complete and return the form to your oldest child's teacher by November 10, 2025. We look forward to celebrating family with our Oakview grandparents!

Registration Form

Calling All Artists, Musicians, Photographers, Choreographers & More!

Deadline: January 7, 2026

Reflections 2025–26 is here! This year’s student-created theme, “I belong!”, celebrates the sense of connection we share with friends, family, and community. Students are invited to express what belonging means to them through art, music, photography, dance, or writing.

How to Enter: Complete the Google Form to receive the submission form for your student’s masterpiece.

Questions? Learn more about the National Reflections Art Program or contact oesPTAreflections25@gmail.com.

Upcoming PTA Events

Spirit Days

November 18 | 4–8 PM | Chipotle – Pelham Rd.
December 13 | 1–3 PM | Kendra Scott – Shops at Greenridge

Order Your OES Yearbook!

Don't miss out on the memories! Place your order now.

Order OES Yearbook

The School Store is Open Most Fridays

Check the website calendar for exact dates

7:00-7:30 am

Students may visit it in the cafeteria and should have cash in order to visit the store.

Nominate a Teacher!

Do you know an amazing Oakview teacher who has gone above and beyond? Let all of Greenville know about their outstanding work by nominating them for a Golden Apple Award, courtesy of WYFF 4 and Ingles!

Each week an outstanding educator from the area will be featured during the Thursday 5:00 pm newscast on WYFF and a Teacher of the Year will be announced from the weekly winners at the end of the school year.

Using the entry form below, share why your favorite teacher should receive this honor and return the completed entry form to:

WYFF News 4
Golden Apple Award
505 Rutherford Street
Greenville, SC 29609

Golden Apple Nomination Form

Operation Safe Outcomes

The Greenville County Sheriff's Office has launched Operation Safe Outcomes, a voluntary registry to help law enforcement respond more effectively to individuals medical or developmental disabilities such as ADHD, Alzheimer's, Autism, Blindness, and Down Syndrome. Families and caregivers can submit important information to improve interactions with vulnerable individuals during emergencies.

Learn more or register on the Greenville County Sheriff’s Office website.