S-OCS Meet the Teacher Nights, Back to School Expo dates announced

As summer winds down and the excitement for a new school year begins to build, Spencer-Owen Community Schools is pleased to announce the schedule for our Meet the Teacher Nights and the highly anticipated Back to School Expo. These events are designed to help students and families start the school year feeling confident, connected and prepared for success.

Mark your calendars now for the Annual Back to School Expo. This year, it's bigger and better than ever. It will be held on Saturday, July 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and this fun-filled, family-friendly event will be taking place for all Spencer-Owen students and their families.

Students who attend with a parent or guardian can receive free:

- Backpacks and School Supplies
- Haircuts
- Clothing, Socks and Shoes
- Hygiene Products
- Vaccinations
- Hearing Screenings
- Kids can also enjoy bounce houses, explore emergency response vehicles at Touch-a-Truck, play games, win door prizes and grab some tasty refreshments. Be sure to stop and make sure every student is ready to hit the ground running on the first day of school

Meet the Teacher Night Schedule

Here is the full schedule for each school's Meet the Teacher Night:

McCormick's Creek Elementary School, Monday, Aug. 4 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Spencer Elementary School, Tuesday, Aug. 5 from 4 to 6 p.m.

Patricksburg Elementary School, Tuesday, Aug. 5 from 4 to 6 p.m.

Owen Valley Middle School, Tuesday, July 30 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Gosport Elementary School, Monday, Aug. 4 from 5 to 6:30 p.m.

These evenings are a great way to ease first-day jitters and help students feel more confident walking through the school doors on day one. Teachers and staff will be looking forward to welcoming you, answering any questions and sharing important information to help your student start the year strong.

Starting school with the right supplies, a positive mindset and a familiar face makes all the difference. S-OCS is committed to making sure every student feels supported and ready to succeed from day one.

Events like the Back to School Expo and the Teacher Nights reflect our shared belief that when families, schools and communities come together great things happen.

Stay up to date on event details and reminders by following Spencer-Owen Community Schools on social media at socsk12.in.us.

The academic year starts Aug. 5. Let's make the 2025-2026 school year the best one yet!