Bighorn news: Back to school updates, playground upgrades

The sold-out annual Oasis Academy Future Fest Fundraiser held in April had one specific goal: to raise funds for the much-dated kindergarten through eighth grade playground. Thanks to the generosity of donors and with additional funds from the school that goal is one step closer to reality.

With project estimates coming in over $100,000 the remodel will need to be opened for bidders. Oasis Academy administration hopes to begin that process in the next few weeks. The administration is excited for the renovation but asks for patience as they navigate the process.

“Transforming our playground is a journey that requires time and careful planning,” said Amanda Barbosa, elementary and middle school principal. “We know our Bighorn Community is excited to see changes and we want to make sure we do it correctly and focus on the critical needs in updating the playground.”

The worn-out turf and at least one additional piece of playground equipment are the top priorities for the school.

Students were able to give their voice in the project when they created their dream playground placemats that were at every table during the Future Fest Event. monkey bars were the top priority for the students.

“The placemats from Future Fest gave us a great starting point to know what the students want to see in the remodel,” she said. “We know that playgrounds are vital spaces where imagination takes flight, friendships blossom, and the joy of movement ignites a lifelong love for play.”

Oasis Academy is very grateful for the sponsors and donors from the dinner. They included Sean Davison, City of Fallon, CC Communications, SS Hert Trucking, Frank Woodliff, Coer Rochester, Tedford Tire, The Depot, Les Schwab, Western Nevada College, Digitex Printing, Nevada State Bank, Edison Electric Services, Hiskett and Sons, Dusty and Amanda Casey, Rochelle Tisdale, Melissa Mackedon, Chris and Samantha Gomes, Jeff and Virginia Knight, Kurt and Renae Paholke, Great Basin Dairy, Leonard and Karen Bogdanowicz, Gemini, Ronda Kindrick, Out West Buildings, Gomes Brothers, Not New Shop, Janet Kelly, Pat Erwin, the Cheese Cake Factory, Wise Villa Winery, Johnny Ristorante Italiano, La Cucina, Redhawk Golf Course, Winco Foods, Tamarack Resort, Atlantis Resort, the Wok, Las Vegas Knights, Ruby River Steakhouse, Grimaldi’s, Kristopher Nastro, Outback Steakhouse, the Discovery Museum, Moana Nursery, Bella Prewett, Sahara Resort, Harbor Freight, Norma Northcutt, Nevada State Bank, Jennifer Beebe, Sheree Jensen, Diana Paul, Dane and Kelly Nott, Total Wine, Squeeze-In, Reno Aces, Arizona Diamondbacks, Tumbleweed Disposal, Frey Ranch, Michael and Sons, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Taryn Lenon Photography, Fallon Floors, WCW Corporation, Norma Northcutt, Coca-Cola, Churchill Credit Union, Miles Construction, Financial Horizons Credit Union, Michael and Sons Jewelry, Nasser White and the Greenwave Bar, Vortex, Mendoza’s, Harmon Junction, Wild Island, Defy, Big R, Michelle Gabiola-Rogers, Churchill County, Silver and Blue Outfitters, Workman Farms, Nothing To It, and Talus Rock.

BACK TO SCHOOL DATES AND INFORMATION

Week of Aug. 5 - School supply lists posted on Oasis Academy website (oanv.org)

Aug. 10: Community Day at Rafter 3C Arena 8:30-11:30 a.m.

Aug. 12: Homeroom teacher info email sent to parents

Aug. 12: 7th-12th grade student schedules available in Infinite Campus

Aug. 12: Pizza Passes available for purchase online

Aug. 14: Back to School Night - All Grades 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Aug. 14: Picture Day 9th-12th grade. Drop in at High School 9 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Aug. 15: Kindergarten Practice Day 8-11 a.m.

Aug. 15: Friends of Oasis (FOA) Parent information day 10 a.m.-noon in the Gordman's space

Aug. 19: First day of school K-10 8am

Aug. 29: Oasis Offerings Food Pantry open 4:15-6 p.m.

Aug. 30: 1st home game high school girls volleyball 4 p.m.

Uniform Store Hours through Aug. 17: Tuesdays 3:30-5:30 p.m.; Wednesdays and Saturdays 9-11 a.m.

Purchase logo wear online at shop.game-one.com/nevada/fallon/oasis-academy-high-school

Register your student for clubs and athletics at aktivate.com/.