FCS Students were in the kitchen yesterday making chicken alfredo. Chef Tracy, sous chef Ava, manager Ethan and Dishwasher Ace were making a recipe from Tracy’s restaurant La Cucina Italiana di Tracy. Each culinary student had to create a restaurant including the name, menu, recipes, floor plan, vision board and choose their equipment. They are now choosing one item from their menu to make in class.



Next week is Okeene's Grade School Basketball Tournament! Coach Penner is holding a parent meeting for all JH/HS girl basketball players at the new gym this Thursday, October 30th, at 5:30 p.m.


The Pumpkin Book Reports have returned to second grade! 🎃📚
In addition to decorating their pumpkin, students wrote about the story they read and then decorated it like the character from their book.
Thanks to our third graders for judging our pumpkins and picking the top three.








School picture order forms are due Friday, October 31st.

Congratulations to these outstanding athletes on earning their All-State jackets! 🏆
Each of them was a State Champion in their event at last spring’s State Track Meet, which automatically qualified them for this incredible honor. This is a tremendous achievement, and we couldn’t be more excited for them! 🎉
Each of them was a State Champion in their event at last spring’s State Track Meet, which automatically qualified them for this incredible honor. This is a tremendous achievement, and we couldn’t be more excited for them! 🎉

Congratulations to all of our girls on placing 5th at state! Baylea Robinson was our top finisher placing 16th. Lola Pheatt wasn’t far behind placing 22nd. We’re so proud of all of our athletes for their determination and commitment to cross country!








Lady Whippet Basketball team store is only open for 5 more days! Get your gear now! https://stores.inksoft.com/WS126577

‼️STATE SEND OFF TIME CHANGE ‼️
Our Cross Country team will be leaving earlier than planned due to their running time being moved up. Due to weather, our girls will now be running at 10:30am at North Rock Creek in Shawnee. Please help line Main Street to send them off and wish them luck at 7:15am!

🥁 Drumroll, please... 🥁
Mr. Alexander is excited to announce the 4th Grade Veteran’s Day Assembly Audition Results! Five talented soloists and several amazing backup vocalists have been selected to perform at our Veteran’s Day Assembly in the auditorium on November 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.
Congratulations to everyone who auditioned — we can’t wait to honor our veterans together through music!🎶
Mr. Alexander is excited to announce the 4th Grade Veteran’s Day Assembly Audition Results! Five talented soloists and several amazing backup vocalists have been selected to perform at our Veteran’s Day Assembly in the auditorium on November 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.
Congratulations to everyone who auditioned — we can’t wait to honor our veterans together through music!🎶

🎮 eSports Tournament! 🎮
Join us Saturday, November 8th at 10:00 a.m. for our Okeene eSports Tournament! Students in grades 7–12 are invited to compete in Madden, Fortnite, and Mario Kart.
Come test your skills, cheer on your friends, and enjoy a day of fun and friendly competition! 🏆✨
Join us Saturday, November 8th at 10:00 a.m. for our Okeene eSports Tournament! Students in grades 7–12 are invited to compete in Madden, Fortnite, and Mario Kart.
Come test your skills, cheer on your friends, and enjoy a day of fun and friendly competition! 🏆✨

Next week (October 27-31st) is Red Ribbon Week for Okeene Public Schools. Students are encouraged to dress up!

Gym Rats starts November 4th for 3rd-6th graders. A note will be going home with students next week with more information.

Rockets were soaring in the STEM lab today!🚀Second graders had a blast learning about rocketry while making and testing rockets.





Join us for a ‼️STATE SEND OFF‼️ on Saturday, October 25th at 9:15am on Main Street! Let's show our cross country team some love before they compete at North Rock Creek in Shawnee!

🎃 Boo Bags Are Back! 👻
Send a little spooky fun this October! Surprise a friend, family member, or student (Pre-K through 12th grade) with a Boo Bag filled with a pop, candy, and a special surprise — all for just $5 each!
🕸️ Orders Due: October 24
🕷️ Delivery Dates: October 30–31
Spread some Halloween cheer — send a Boo Bag today! 🧡
See Mrs. Hursh if you have any questions.
Send a little spooky fun this October! Surprise a friend, family member, or student (Pre-K through 12th grade) with a Boo Bag filled with a pop, candy, and a special surprise — all for just $5 each!
🕸️ Orders Due: October 24
🕷️ Delivery Dates: October 30–31
Spread some Halloween cheer — send a Boo Bag today! 🧡
See Mrs. Hursh if you have any questions.


We will also honor our Cross Country Senior Runners on Thursday at 6:15 PM!

Our Senior Band members will also be recognized before the football game on Thursday at 6:15 PM!

The 6th grade class officers at the Elementary and High School STUCO are hosting a Food Drive! Students need to put non perishable items in either the OU or OSU box to earn points for that team. Each item counts as a point!!
Donations go to the Okeene Food Pantry. Winning team gets their fight song played during announcements and bragging rights for the year!

This year, all Okeene students Pre-K through 12th grade will get vision screenings this Thursday, October 23rd. If you would like to opt your child out of the screening, please visit the school to fill out the appropriate form.

The Elementary 1st Nine Weeks Honor Roll Assembly is Friday, October 24th at 8:15am in the auditorium!

