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Welcome to the Panther family. Here is what we offer at Think College Now Elementary School.

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Welcome to Think College Now

We help students grow through strong academics, leadership, and a school culture that builds pride and purpose.

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Belief, belonging, and a path to college.

Think College Now is a TK–5 school where students build academic confidence and leadership skills through daily routines, creative learning, and college-focused culture. We support every child with consistency, care, and strong family partnerships. As part of OUSD, we help students believe in themselves, feel proud of who they are, and prepare for the future.

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Celebrating Our Schools & Embracing the Peace of the Holiday Season

As we head into the winter holiday break, I invite us all to slow down, recharge, and embrace the peace this season can bring. I know this isn’t an easy time for our district as we continue to make difficult decisions about our budget, and many of us are still processing recent tragedy in our city.

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