Happy Back‑to‑School to our Oakes families! A strong school year strengthens our whole community — from local businesses to future workforce development. OEI is proud to support opportunities that help students explore their future, including our partnership with CHI Oakes Hospital on the upcoming SCRUBS Camp on October 9th.
Rural healthcare is vital to the strength and future of small‑town communities. When students see real career pathways close to home, it helps us grow our own workforce and keep essential services right here where they’re needed most. SCRUBS Camp gives junior high students hands‑on exposure to healthcare careers and shows them that meaningful, high‑impact work can happen right here in Oakes.
Here’s to a year filled with connection, opportunity, and community support as we cheer on our students and educators.