Second Shift Custodian Needed - Immediate Opening.

Oak Grove is looking for a second shift custodian.  Please send any inquiries to Dr. Loren Baele, Oak Grove Superintendent at lbaele@og68.org or call 309.697.3367.  Specifics of pay and benefits dependent upon experience and qualifications.  

Math Curriculum Review

Oak Grove Statement on JCAR Ruling - 2/15/2022

Please click the link below to read a statement from Dr. Loren Baele, Oak Grove Superintendent, regarding the changes to the Oak Grove mitigation strategies.  It is highly recommended that students, staff, and visitors continue to wear face coverings while in the Oak Grove School building for their own personal health and protection, however, it is optional to do so as of Wednesday, February 16, 2022.  
​Statement on JCAR Ruling

Oak Grove Return to Learn Plan
​The Oak Grove Return to Learn Plan was approved at the 8/18/2021 BOE Meeting. All students, staff, and visitors will be required to wear face coverings over their nose and mouth while in Oak Grove School.
Oak Grove American Rescue Plan (ESSER III) Use of Funds Plan

Oak Grove Cares - Before & After Care (Registration Closed) 

We are happy to offer a before and after school program to the families of Oak Grove.  Please read through the information provided on the Oak Grove Cares webpage to determine if the program is a fit for you and your family.  Just a reminder that this is the first year of providing this program on our own so we will be working through the process together but hope to provide a safe, fun, and educational setting for your student(s). Please go to the Oak Grove Cares webpage under the School tab in the menu or click here.

2021-2022 School Supply Lists- CLICK HERE

Congratulations to our 2021 OG Graduates! 

Oak Grove 2021 - 2022 Principal Announcement

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​The Oak Grove School District #68 Board of Education unanimously hired Mr. Brian Bishop as the Oak Grove School Principal for next school year at their April 28, 2021 meeting.  Mr Bishop states, "I am so honored to have been chosen to join the Oak Grove family as Principal. I look forward to meeting everyone in our school community over the next few months as I begin my transition into the position.   As our mission statement states, I too pledge to ensure student success by providing a positive learning environment that meets the needs of every child. There are so many great things happening for our students already and together, I know we can inspire our students to soar to new heights." See the official press release by clicking here. We look forward to Mr. Bishop's connection with our student's and staff!

Watch our YouTube Channel - OG68 TV

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This year we are developing our video team at Oak Grove.  Students are excited about utilizing technology to record and edit our school programs.  In case you have missed it...here are some programs that are up and available for you to watch, just search OG68 TV on YouTube!
  • Grandparent's Day - Kindergarten
  • Elementary Monster Mash - Halloween
  • 2017 Veteran's Day Program
  • 2017 K-2 Christmas Concert
  • 2017 5th - 8th Christmas Concert
In the future our students, staff, and administration will be making commercials, student behavior videos, and other fun videos that will be placed on the channel.  If you love Oak Grove, subscribe to the channel and be ready to enjoy all of the latest videos!

Buy Local?

In support of Peoria County businesses, we would like you to consider buying from stores in Peoria County.  Not only can you get your items right away, you also help Peoria County Schools through the County Facilities Sales Tax! From Black Friday to Cyber Monday and all of your shopping needs...please consider supporting local businesses!

21-22 SUPPLY LISTS- Click HERE

 INFORMATION

21-22 School Year Calendar​

​21-22 Student Handbook

Pick Up / Drop Off Procedures

Home Technology Support

Preschool For All - ROE

Bright Futures - ECE

PTO Facebook

Gerald Beckette Service Credit​

MONTHLY MENU

May 2022 Menu​

Report a Bullying Incident

Are you a Twitter user? If so follow us by clicking the link above.  Also, if you want to see all of the great things that are happening at Oak Grove School - search #OG68SOARS on Twitter.  You will be amazed at the awesome creativity taking place in our school!

IMPORTANT LINKS

Illinois State Board of Education

Regional Office of Education

Oak Grove Facebook

Ways to Prevent the Flu

Safety Number One Priority

COMMUNITY WEBSITES:

Limestone High School

Bartonville Police Department

Peoria Journal Star

Peoria County Health Department

WHOI/WEEK

WMBD/WYZZ

Our Mission

The mission of Oak Grove Schools is to provide an opportunity for every student to master grade level skills regardless of previous academic performance, family background, socioeconomic status, race, or gender. We will measure our achievement based on local and state assessments and overall classroom performance.  The entire staff pledges to ensure student success by providing a positive learning environment that meets the needs of every child.

Stories on Gerald Beckette retirement after 67 years of service!

ABC World News Story About Gerald...Click Here!

PJ Star Article About Gerald...Click Here!