At OAA, our students are encouraged to grow not only in athletics but also in knowledge, character, and faith. Recently, our basketball players took a field trip to the Old Courthouse at Gateway Arch National Park in St. Louis, MO, immersing themselves in African American history and the powerful stories of resilience, courage, and freedom.

During the visit, students explored exhibits detailing the era of slavery, the fight for freedom, and the historic Dred and Harriet Scott case, gaining a deeper understanding of the struggles and triumphs that shaped our nation.

This experience reminded our student-athletes that being a leader on the court goes hand-in-hand with being informed, compassionate, and socially aware off the court. 

Get ready to roll! Oakwood Adventist Academy Students Association (OAASA) is hosting a Skate Night for all students in grades K–12 on Saturday, January 18, 2026, from 4:00–7:00 PM at the Millet Activity Center (OU Skating Rink).

• Entry Fee: $5 per student

• Concessions: Available for purchase

• Skates: Available to borrow at the rink

Payment: Please send your $5 entry fee via CashApp to $myoaa2024 and include your name and “Skate Night” in the memo.

It’s a fun-filled evening to enjoy skating, fellowship, and community with your OAA family. We look forward to seeing you there!

We are grateful for the continued prayers and support of our Southern Union leadership. The following message was shared by the Southern Union Associate Director of Education after their time of prayer and reflection over Oakwood Adventist Academy: 

"Greetings Principal Dent,

On Tuesday, January 6, the Southern Union Conference had the joy of celebrating Oakwood Adventist Academy. Please know that we lifted OAA in prayer and shared the many ways our Heavenly Father has blessed your campus.

We continue to keep you in our prayers as you lead and serve, covering your students and their families, faculty and staff, administration, constituents, and board. May God continue to guide your efforts and strengthen the important work taking place at Oakwood Adventist Academy."

-- Carla Thrower, Assoc. Director of Education

We are excited to announce that the Oakwood Adventist Academy Yearbook team is hard at work to creating TWO yearbooks to capture twice the memories!

Your 2024–2025 AND 2025–2026 Yearbooks are coming together!

That means now is the time to secure your Yearbook Student Tribute Ads and Business Ads—before it’s too late.

Yearbook Tribute Ads Are Available NOW!

Celebrate your student with a special tribute ad—perfect for:

• Celebrating your student's promotion to the next grade

• Graduating Kindergarteners

• Eighth Graders

• High School Seniors

• And yes… students who graduated or were promoted LAST year! This is your opportunity to be included.

Business Ads Welcome!

Support Oakwood Adventist Academy while promoting your business. Business ads are also being accepted and will be featured in the yearbooks.

How to Purchase:

1. Go to www.yearbookforever.com

2. Type in our school name: Oakwood Adventist Academy

3. Select your tribute or business ad and complete your purchase

Please don’t wait. Space is limited, and time is running out! The memories we capture today will be treasured for a lifetime.

Additionally, if you have taken pictures of events and activities these two academic years, please email them to dbaker@myoaa.org right away. 

For Seniors, include your Baby photo. and the following information for your Sr. Profile:

• Formal Name and Nickname:

• Date of Birth/City of birth:

• Years attended OAA:

• Future Profession and area of study:

• Their famous saying or favorite Quote:

• Favorite Bible verse:

Thank you for supporting our students, our school, and the OAA Yearbook tradition.

This week, Oakwood Adventist Academy is proud to have several staff members joining the Southern Union Conference Office of Education at the High Reliability School Summit in Houston, TX.

The summit brings together educators from across the region to explore best practices, innovative strategies, and collaborative approaches to ensure high-quality, consistent, and faith-centered learning environments for all students.

We are excited for our team to bring back valuable insights and ideas that will continue to strengthen OAA as a school where faith, excellence, and community come together.

Stay tuned for ways these learnings will be shared with our students, families, and staff!

At Oakwood Adventist Academy, faith is at the heart of every classroom. Our 3rd graders start each day with a special prayer circle, a moment to gather as a class, lift up their hearts to God, and ask for guidance, wisdom, and protection before diving into their daily lessons.

This daily practice helps students center themselves, build community, and grow spiritually alongside their peers. It’s a beautiful reminder that learning at OAA is not just about academics; it’s about developing, nurturing and affirming the mind, body, and spirit.

Through these moments of prayer, our students are encouraged to support one another, practice gratitude, and strengthen their relationship with God, setting a positive tone for the entire school day.