Welcome to Oak Park Schools
Welcome Back and Happy New Year!
Dear Oak Park Schools Family,
Happy New Year! I hope this message finds you and your loved ones well-rested and ready to embrace the opportunities that 2026 holds for our district.
As we return from the winter break, I want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible momentum we've built together. Great things are happening in Oak Park! This month alone, we have two exciting milestones to look forward to: our inspiring MLK Celebration, which honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the values of equity and service that define our community, and the grand opening of our new athletic center, a state-of-the-art facility that will serve our student-athletes and community for generations to come.
These achievements reflect our shared commitment to providing exceptional experiences for every student in Oak Park Schools. As we move through the remainder of this school year, we will continue to focus on three critical priorities:
Instructional Excellence – Our dedicated educators are committed to delivering high-quality, engaging instruction that challenges and inspires every learner.
Students' Sense of Belonging – We are working to ensure that every student feels valued, supported, and connected to our school community.
Home-School Connections – Your partnership is essential to student success, and we are committed to strengthening communication and collaboration between school and home.
While we celebrate our successes, we remain focused on the work ahead. We will continue to hold high expectations for every student while providing the resources, support, and encouragement they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
I encourage you to stay engaged with your child's school, maintain open communication with teachers and staff, and take an active role in their educational journey. Together, we can achieve extraordinary things.
Thank you for your continued trust, partnership, and unwavering commitment to the students of Oak Park Schools. Here's to a successful and inspiring 2026!
With gratitude and excitement,
Shana Murphy
Assistant Superintendent
Oak Park School District
Plant-Based Pilot Program
Open Enrollment
African American Read-In
📚✨ Join Us for Our African American Read-In! ✨📚
Oak Park Schools invites students, families, and community members to celebrate literacy, culture, and the powerful voices of African American authors at our African American Read-In this Thursday, February 26, at OPPA from 5-7 PM!
Oak Park Schools is ecstatic to introduce Key's new Assistant Principal, Mr. Adam Carter
Upcoming Events
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12 Jun
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LAST DAY OF SCHOOL - (½ Day)Date: Jun 12Calendar: Oak Park Schools Calendar
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The Oak Park Advantage
The Oak Park Advantage is a holistic approach to education that not only prepares students academically, but fosters a sense of belonging and creates long-lasting connections to the Oak Park community. While attending Oak Park Schools, students develop a confidence that is woven throughout their post-secondary, professional and social-emotional well-being years after they graduate.
Mission
Our inclusive learning community provides the best academic and social experiences by educating the whole child, one child at a time.
Vision
Cultivating visionary leaders and compassionate citizens engaged in the global community.
Our Beliefs
Points of Pride
