Oasis Academy kicks off its 10th anniversary serving the Fallon community this year. Fallon’s Charter school has grown from only serving kindergarten through eighth-grade students to having a graduating class of more than 40 students in 2021. Many of these students graduated with both their associate's degrees from Western Nevada College and their high school diplomas.
Other highlights include a 100 percent graduation rate, state championship athletics, and more than 1 million dollars in scholarships awarded to high school seniors. Along with athletics such as softball, volleyball, lacrosse, and basketball, clubs and organizations have grown as well to include Honor’s Society, Lego Robotics, Archery, FFA, e-sports, and much more.
The school has maintained its 5-star rating even through a difficult year with a pandemic and the challenges of pivoting to remote learning.
“I am absolutely thrilled about what we have been able to accomplish in the first 10 years and the sky's the limit going forward. From day one, we have had the very best people on this team and that holds true today. This staff is so committed to the whole child, and it makes all the difference,” said CEO Melissa Mackedon.
Oasis Academy starts the 2021-22 school year on Monday, August 23.
Students Talk About Going Back:
School starts Monday, August 23 and we asked several students about going back to school and what they’re excited for this year.
Student name: Lyndon Lenon
What grade are you entering? Third grade with Mrs. Santos
What is your favorite subject/class? My favorite subject is math. I like multiplication because it feels like I am earning cash for every answer I get right. (I don't give him cash I promise)
Why are you excited to go back to school? I am excited to go back to school to see what Mrs. Santos' room looks like.
What is one thing you hope to learn this year? I want to learn more math.
Student name: Lucy Renfroe
What grade are you entering? I am going into First grade. The minion classroom!
What is your favorite subject/class? My favorite time is creative time and reading time.
Why are you excited to go back to school? I am excited to go back to school because I love my school and it’s so fun.
What is one thing you hope to learn this year? I want to learn about the minions in Mrs. Rowlett’s class and how to read bigger books about dolphins.
Student name: Troy Renfroe
What grade are you entering? I am entering 9th grade at Oasis Academy College Prep.
What is your favorite subject/class? My favorite subject is science because I think it’s extremely fun and educational at the same time.
Why are you excited to go back to school? I am excited because I get to go to a new portion of the school and I am allowed more flexibility with the uniforms and class choices. I’m excited to not have to wear the khaki pants this year at school!
What is one thing you hope to learn this year? I hope to learn more about the different career paths that are available to me as I make my way through high school. It will help me figure out what I want to do after high school.
Student name: Bailey Peixoto
What grade are you entering? I am going into 5th grade.
What is your favorite subject/class? My favorite class is Art! I like to paint and make clay animals and pinch pots the best.
Why are you excited to go back to school? I am excited to have Specials this year and my cousin is in my class!
What is one thing you hope to learn this year? I hope to learn more ways to solve math problems.
Student name: Ellie Peixoto
What grade are you entering? I will be in third grade.
What is your favorite subject/class? I like reading the best.
Why are you excited to go back to school? I'm excited to go back to school because I like my teacher and I'll get to see my friends.
What is one thing you hope to learn this year? I hope to learn more about Lego Robotics this year.
Student name: McCartney Kelly
What grade are you entering? Fourth
What is your favorite subject/class? My favorite subject is reading.
Why are you excited to go back to school? I am excited to see all of my friends.
What is one thing you hope to learn this year? I want to learn how to do division with three digits.
Student name: Madigan Kelly
What grade are you entering? First grade.
What is your favorite subject/class? Math.
Why are you excited to go back to school? I am excited to make new friends and see my friend Lucy.
What is one thing you hope to learn this year? I want to learn more math.
Student name: Serenity Achurra
What grade are you entering? Sophomore year
What is your favorite subject/class? I'm going to say math because there is an equation and something to solve.
Why are you excited to go back to school? Believe it or not I'm very excited. I like the interaction and being busy.
What is one thing you hope to learn this year? I'm looking forward to building new relationships with fellow students and teachers. Also, I'm taking my first class at WNC.
Student name: Ruby Hiskett
What grade are you entering? Sophomore year
What is your favorite subject/class? My favorite class is art.
Why are you excited to go back to school? I am excited to be going to Western Nevada College for the first time.
What is one thing you hope to learn this year? I hope to improve my skills in watercolor.
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