3. Each student has been assigned to a teacher as mentor, they meet every few weeks to review academic progress

4. Each Student is asked to volunteer at least 25 hours a school year helping others. Shop, Laundry, kitchen, janitorial, admin, etc. The student must fill out a Service Form and turn it in to be approved. They include a reflection on the experience.

8. New Battle name for our sports teams. Oaklawn Academy Knights" The name "Oaklawn Academy Knights" was introduced. Having a mascot and a "battle name" can contribute to a greater identification with the academy and boost the Oaklawn spirit. WHY? First to present our students with some of the qualities identified by knighthood: bravery, courtesy, honor, etc. Secondly, the initials of the name still form: O.A.K. A former student and former assistant, helped with the designs. Include not only a logo but a character that later on will be animated as a cartoon. Staff, alumni families and friends voted through our Facebook page

9.  The Academy received more than 550 runners grades 4-8 from around the area as we hosted Oaklawn's largest sporting event so far. Great environment, all our students participated either as athletes, volunteers or spectators

10. Finished 1 st in our group, and 2 nd overall in the tournament after loosing in a very competitive final game

12. Friday from 4:30 pm to 5:45 pm. For 6 weeks starting : November 8 and through Dec 13. Cost aprox:$8.50 p/session *except shooting Cost aprox:$8.50 p/session *except shooting

13.  One of the greatest hobbies. It teaches how towork with your hands, a basic knowledge of physics and engineering, and most importantly patience…  Build, assembly and paint scale models of planes, ships and more. MIN: 6 - MAX: 12

14.  Learn and use photo editing software and and start design and production of class Yearbook 13-14. MIN: 5 - MAX: 10

15.  An introduction to basic cooking theory and techniques.  Students will be offered a selection of starters, main courses, and desserts to prepare. MIN: 6 - MAX: 10

16.  Learn chess openings and tactics, improve your chess, view instructional chess videos, play with friends and compete with other clubs. MIN: 6 - MAX: 12

17.  Trap Shooting is fun for everyone, whether you are a pro or have never touched a shotgun in your life. You will receive all the required equipment and training to safely enjoy this activity. Lead by professionals from: MIN: 6 - MAX: 10 *ADDITIONAL COST

18.  Develop acting tools and the ability to work with others to create characters and scenes.  Develop the self confidence to perform for an audience or learn to operate lights, sound, design stage, props, etc. needed for a play. MIN: 6 - MAX: 12

19.  Develop your individual creativity.  Painting or Drawing allows you a way to express your ideas to others through images using different techniques and materials.  Draw realistically or sketch cartoons; use pencils, water colors, ink, acrylics,etc. MIN: 6 - MAX: 10

20. A start of a tradition… In 3 years Oaklawn has received 22 Korean students. Positive experience for all in terms of openness, acceptance, cultural enrichment,and of course, English.