Things are beginning to move quickly here at Oak Hill.  The construction on the front office has started resulting in the front door being blocked as well as the entire front office.  Therefore, the main office has had to relocate to the conference room, and the main entrance to the school is temporarily located in the back by the art room.  If you need to come to the school, park in the "bus" parking lot and follow the signs.  

Throughout the summer, I have been able to meet with many of the teachers to begin the work for the upcoming school year.  Based on the preliminary TAKS results, it appears that Oak Hill will earn an Exemplary rating from the Texas Education Agency!  Official word comes later so we are keeping our fingers crossed!  This will definitely be something to celebrate because it has been a long time since Oak Hill has received such a rating.  A huge thank you goes out to the teachers for all that they do to make certain the Oak Hill students are successful.  Additionally, please continue the work you do with your children.  When we all work together, this school can't help but be the best!

Now that I am back at work, I will be more diligent about blogging and posting upcoming events.  Many things are happening the week of August 16^th so be looking of notices of events.  

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Dear Oak Hill Community,

The process for an office make over continues, and I must say thank you to Heather, Lindsey, Ana, Melissa, and Renae for painting the assistant principal and principal offices!  The new color brightens the spaces, even with the lack of outside windows.  The OHE custodial staff has been so helpful with moving furniture to new locations and removing furniture that is no longer needed.  Additionally, you have probably noticed that three of the portables have been removed.  

With the help of my niece, and those who happen to stop by, we have begun cleaning and organizing supplies and spaces.  I hope that when you return to campus you will see a huge difference.  

My vacation starts today, and I will return to work July 12th.  Therefore, I will not be checking emails or voice messages until that time but will return any messages when I return.

Please continue to have a safe, fun summer.

Today was my first official full day at Oak Hill.  It took me awhile to decide where to put all my things (I didn't realize I had so many knickknacks!), but I finally got all the boxes unpacked. I still need to hang some pictures on the walls and remove the old blinds from the doors.  Hopefully everyone will find it warm and inviting.  Additionally, I was able to load my email account on the computer in the office, and Mrs. Whistler graciously allowed me to move over her phone line so I am ready for business.  It feels good to be back on a campus, especially since it is Oak Hill.  I wish everyone a safe and happy Father's Day weekend.

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Oak Hill Family,

        Since my announcement as OHE principal at the end of May, the weeks have flown by.  I had the wonderful opportunity of meeting the staff and some of the students and parents prior to the last day of school.  Additionally, Mrs. Whistler has been so helpful with my transition.  This week I plan to pack my current office and move to OHE.  Thursday, June 17, is my official start date. However, I have a principal's meeting that day, so hopefully, Friday will be my first full day at Oak Hill.  My replacement in the elementary office has not yet been named, so there might be a few situations I need to address.  
        As you can tell and with help from our webmaster, Geeta Suggs, I now have my own blog site.  I encourage you to register so you can automatically receive my blogs or as usual you can enter through the OHEPTA website and click on principal's blog.  Either way I hope you find my blogs a helpful communication tool and a way to get to know me.  
        There are a couple of items I would like for you to know.  First, the front office space will have a facelift over the summer.  I have decided to move my office to what was the assistant principal's office. I felt like this space was more conducive for meetings and conferences.  Mrs. Whister's office will be converted to Student Services.  The outside walls will have windows, and the inner office wall will become a half wall, allowing for the front doors to be visible to the office staff.  The intent for the changes is not only to increase security, but I also want the opportunity to meet as many parents as possible.  
        I would like to say thank you again to the OHE community.  Everyone has been friendly and welcoming.  I am excited about being part of this family,