Parents may be wondering about the status of the free school meal program due to all the headlines about a potential state shutdown pertaining to the state budget. Will breakfast and lunch continue to be FREE at Oakridge Public Schools this school year? In short, I believe so. 

Principal Clayton Breiler and staff from Oakridge Upper Elementary show how it is all about making a positive impact. We're teaching students that even with big world challenges, simple acts of kindness and teamwork can create real change. 

In this episode of the What's Your Future podcast, Carla Kevern shares her unique journey from being a first-generation college student to becoming the Director of MTSS at Oakridge. She discusses her educational path, the importance of financial planning for college, and offers valuable advice for aspiring psychology students. Carla reflects on the impact of public school education and the key influences in her life that helped shape her career. She concludes with her vision for making a broader impact in education.