Athletics

Our student-athletes currently compete in basketball and track/field in middle school. Under the direction of Douglas Hunter, Oak Park Athletic Director, our coaches and volunteers strive each day to prepare our athletes for high school and teach them a sense of pride and respect. Our goal is to help our student-athletes self-advocate and strive for success. GO PANTHERS!

Art

This engaging course is designed to provide an opportunity for art students to explore the fundamentals of three-dimensional and two-dimensional art and to work with a variety of traditional and new materials. Emphasis is placed on creating works which translate personal expression, which allows students to communicate through their art projects.

Technology

In our fast-paced world, basic technology skills are a must! In this class, students can our technology lab to learn the fundamental principles of computer science. They are also encouraged to practice important skills such as keyboarding and navigating Microsoft Office 365 along with other common software programs. Adaptations ensure that computers are accessible to all and include the use of switches, adaptive software, and other peripheral devices.

Music

Let's get ready to rock and roll! From classic rock band instruments to traditional classroom instruments, students will have the opportunity to learn how to make and enjoy music. Come ready to sing and dance -- there are no wrong notes in this music class!

Horticultural Studies

In this exciting unit, students learn to grow flowers and vegetable transplants from seed in the school greenhouse. The students learn to properly plant seeds, transplant seedlings, and care for the plants by using recommended culture methods. Our beautiful campus is a reflection of the great work completed through this program.

Culinary Arts

Now, we're cooking! In this course, students will learn basic kitchen etiquette, including proper washing and sanitation skills. They will also help bake cookies from scratch, chop vegetables for soups, and learn yummy new recipes.

Culinary Arts II/Careers Program (STC)

This STC Program is new to select seniors this school year. The objective is to offer access students the opportunity to enroll in a vocational training program component for four credit hours. The students take the Safe Staff certification and participate in hands-on training in the Bistro professional kitchen with full inclusion for half day training sessions.

Therapy Pool

Oak Park's therapy pool and spa has a newly resurfaced deck. Our indoor pool offers a place for students to learn to swim, work on balance and stability, receive different types of aquatic therapy, and most importantly, to have fun! Our pool offers a ramp as well as a lift to help all our students have access to this wonderful experience.

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