A Message from Dr. Reavis

We hope all of our Owls continue to read over the summer and participate in our Summer Reading Challenge! Whether you read by the pool, under a tent, or curled up on a rainy afternoon it’s a great way to spend time this summer in a good book!
 
Summer Hours
During the summer months, the school office is open Monday-Wednesday from 7:30am - 5:30pm and 7:00am - 5:00pm on Thursdays. We are closed on Fridays. School tours are held every Thursday at 1:00pm (except on July 4th) and there is no need to sign up! Please just bring your ID to check in at the front desk.
 
If you need to register a student for the coming school year, please log into Parent Backpack to complete the registration ASAP. Supporting documents can be uploaded there as well or brought into the school office.
 
Back to School Dates
Meet the Teacher
August 5, 2024
4:00-5:00 = Last names A-K
5:00-6:00 = Last names L-Z
 
First Day of School
August 8, 2024

For the children,
Dr. Phillip Reavis

See Something. Say Something.

Upcoming Events

New at the View

Oakview Playgrounds

Oakview Playgrounds Closed to Public During Summer School

Please note that Oakview’s playgrounds are closed to the public during Summer School hours:

June 3-6: 8:00am - 2:00pm 

June 10-13: 8:00am - 2:00pm 

June 17-20: 8:00am - 2:00pm 

June 24-27: 8:00am - 2:00pm 

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!


Reading Challenge

Summer Reading Challenge!

After finishing a book, write the title on a spine in the reading challenge log below. If you are reading a chapter book, each chapter can count as a book. Turn this form in complete with a parent/guardian signature to Mrs. McNeill by Aug. 20. Participants will celebrate on Aug. 23 with a popsicle party and a book to keep!

Reading Challenge Log


School Supply Kit Order

2024-25 School Supply Kit Orders!

Summer is here, so what better time to buy school supplies?! Parents, visit the link below to buy your 1st Day Supply Kits. Orders will be shipped directly to Oakview and will be in your child’s classroom for the first day of school. Start the school year with the exact supplies your teacher requested, and give your child the confidence they need to conquer next year! Get them today and mark it off that to-do list! Ordering deadline is July 1st!

Order a Supply Kit

 

 


School Supply List for 2024-25

2024-25 School Supply List

It's never too early to get ready for the next school year! 

 

2024-24 Supply List


Transportation Change Requests

Transportation Forms for 2024-25

Rising K5 and rising 6th graders and any students who plan to have a change in transportation status for next school year should complete the 2024-25 Transportation Request Form. Completed forms must be turned into the office by July 8, 2024 if bus transportation is needed for next school year. 

2024-25 Transportation Request Form

 


Winter Dance

K5 & 1st Grade Registration Open for 2024-25

We look forward to welcoming you to Oakview! Please register now so schools have the correct number of teachers and all preparations are made to welcome your child.

Register Via Parent Backpack

Children who will be five years old on or before September 1 of the current year must enroll in public or private kindergarten unless the parent or legal guardian signs a waiver (Kindergarten Non-Attendance Form). 

Any child who will be six years old on or before September 1 of the current year must enroll in first gradeStudents who are currently enrolled in a GCS 4K or 5K program do not need to register.

NOTE: Pursuant to GCS Board Policy JBC, students who have completed private kindergarten or waived kindergarten and who will be 6 on or before September 1 of the school year will be placed in 1st grade. For the school to consider a kindergarten placement for a 6 year old child, the parent must provide information related to the “extenuating circumstances” that may exist.

The following circumstances do not constitute “extenuating circumstances":

  • Child has a late birthday
  • Child Find services were provided during preschool years
  • Needs more time to mature and is not ready for K5
  • A boy
  • A sibling was retained
  • Has trouble separating from the parent

If you have questions regarding enrollment at Oakview, please contact Oakview's Attendance Clerk at 864-355-7102. We are happy to answer any questions!


Getting Ready to Read

Getting Your Child Ready to Read in K5


Upcoming School Calendars

Greenville County School Student Calendars

 


 

Follett

Follett Destiny Discover

Follett is used by students and teachers to access all of Oakview's print and digital library resources.

 

Access Follett Catalog

 


Sign Up for Parent Backpack

Sign Up for Parent Backpack

Having a Parent Backpack account gives you access to your child’s grades and attendance, as well as information from teachers, your principal, and the district!

Sign Up Now

 


Oakview Elementary

Bell Schedule

7:00am - Breakfast

7:30am - Classroom doors open

7:45am - School day begins & students must be in seats

2:15pm - Dismissal

 


Oakview Blue Ribbon, Palmetto First , and U.S. News & World Reports Best Elementary Schools Awards

515 Godfrey Road ♦ Simpsonville, S.C. 29681 ♦ 864-355-7100 ♦ FAX: 864-355-7115