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Okeene Public School welcomes Kim Long! Kim's children are already Whippet students, so we're thrilled she is joining the halls this year.

Okeene Public School welcomes Shelby Booth! Her husband, Coach Booth, has been a part of our staff for a few years, so we're excited to have Shelby join the OPS team! 🐾

Okeene Public Schools Cell Phone Policy 🔹 Cell phones may only be stored in student vehicles or cell cubbies. Students are not allowed to carry their phone on their person from “bell to bell.” 🔹 More focus, less distraction – This policy helps improve engagement and social interaction. Thank you for supporting a positive learning environment!

Mark your calendars ➡️ Elementary Enrollment starts August 4th!

This week, the Oklahoma State Department of Education sent an email to parents containing sharp criticisms of public schools, administrators, and the way Child Nutrition Programs are managed and operated. We would like to take a moment to share a clear and factual picture of how we manage these very important areas at Okeene Public Schools.

We would like to inform you that the Big 3 livestock judging event will be held next week. Those interested in attending should reach out to Mr. Riffel. The event is open to members of Okeene 4-H and FFA. It will take place over three days, next Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with daily departures and returns. Please note that participants will need to bring funds for lunch and breakfast each day.

The beginning of school is just around the corner, and it’s time for our Junior High and High School Whippets to enroll for the 2025-2026 school year. Please only come to enroll at your designated time per the schedule below.

All parents and players are invited to a Meet & Greet at 6pm in the Indoor Facility on Friday! Come get to know our new Fastpitch Softball coach, Mark Boyd. We're excited to have him on board as an Okeene Whippet for the upcoming school year! 🥎

Big Blue Basketball camp is next week! You can sign up the 1st day. 🏀

OSSAA DEAD WEEK: June 28th – July 6th The mandatory OSSAA summer "Dead Period" will begin this Saturday, June 28th and extend through Sunday, July 6th. During this time, student-athletes cannot participate in school athletic activities. Secondary-level students enrolled or pre-enrolled students may not use any OPS athletic facilities in connection with any athletic activity governed by the OSSAA. Coaches, assistant coaches, and sponsors may not have any contact with athletes in any athletic activity governed by the OSSAA for the purpose of coaching, training or instructing. We are proud of the hard work and dedication our athletes have put in so far this summer. Take this time to rest and enjoy Independence Day!

Big Blue Baseball/Softball Camp 2025: We had a great three days of camp, full of learning about the fundamentals of baseball and softball. Our campers did a great job of learning and listening. Today we had our competition portion of camp. Congrats to our 6 champions and all campers who attended!

Big Blue Baseball and Softball Camp June 11, 12, 13th from 9:00-12:00

Want to see what the next generation of STEM innovators is creating? Check out the latest Whippet Wonders STEM newsletter! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L4k9KPMPF2gnImJDN02XegUCJNkeTgpy/view?usp=sharing

Baseball Parents/Fans: Here is the Crescent Baseball Tournament Schedule for June 19th & 20th! ⚾️ Go Blue!

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We are proud to announce our JH/HS Honor Roll students from the 2nd semester. We had a great end of the school year and are looking forward to another successful year in 2025-2026. Happy summer, Whippets!

This weekend, four of our outstanding Gifted and Talented sophomores—Olivia, Bridger, Jack, and Maddee—are attending the 4-day HOBY (Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership) seminar at SWOSU! They'll be diving into a unique learning experience focused on exploring important issues, understanding diverse perspectives, and discovering how to use their own leadership strengths to make a positive impact. From team-building to community service, it’s all about growing as leaders and changemakers. We’re so proud of them for taking on this opportunity!

Okeene’s learning team actively engaged in the OETT 4th Quarter meeting in Norman, showcasing collaboration, progress, innovation, and commitment to enhancing education through the awarded technology grant initiative.

The Okeene Public School Administration offices will be closing tomorrow, Thursday, May 28th, at 12pm to allow personnel the opportunity to attend the funeral services for Teddy Shultz. ------------------- Beginning Monday, June 2nd, Okeene Administrative offices will be open Monday-Thursday from 8am-3pm and be closed all Fridays through July 31st. Normal Monday-Friday 8am-4pm business hours will begin on Monday, August 4th.