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Support Staff of the Year Celebrated at April Board Meeting
We are proud to celebrate our outstanding support staff who were recognized at last night’s school board meeting. Your dedication, hard work, and heart make a difference every day in the lives of our students and staff. Thank you for everything you do — this honor is so well deserved!
Maintenance: Adam Aloway
Child Nutrition: Cathleen Garnand
Paraprofessional: Kristy Kellogg
Administrative Assistant: Letty Alvarado
Custodial: Sean Compton
Transportation: Tom Wondrock
Shawnee Public Schools Hosts Tribal Consultation with Local Districts and Tribes
Shawnee Public Schools recently hosted a Tribal Consultation in partnership with Tecumseh Public Schools and McLoud Public Schools, bringing together Indian Education programs and local tribal leaders for a meaningful day of connection and collaboration.
The morning started with a performance by student dancers, who presented a Traditional Flag Song. Justin Neely, Director of Language for the Citizen Potawatomi Nation, offered the invocation, setting a thoughtful tone for the day. READ MORE.
SPS Launches New Student ID Bus Tracking System for Elementary Students
Shawnee Public Schools is excited to announce the launch of a new student ID system aimed at enhancing safety and providing real-time tracking for elementary students who ride district buses.
Upon return from spring break, elementary students began using secure ID cards to scan on and off when they board and exit the bus. The software, Tyler Drive from Tyler Technologies, is a cutting-edge system that ensures that parents and guardians have instant access to their child’s bus activity through the My Ride K-12 app. With the app, families can see exactly when and where their child scans on and off of the bus, providing peace of mind and up-to-the-minute information. READ MORE.
SMS Functional Skills Students Visit Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art
Our Shawnee Middle School Functional Skills students had a special opportunity to experience Mosaic Mondays at the museum—an exclusive visit on a day the museum is typically closed.
We are so grateful to the Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art team for opening their doors and hearts to our students for this inspiring, hands-on art experience!
Update your SPS App today!
The Shawnee Public Schools app has gotten an update, and Rooms is easier to navigate. Check out the below video to see what's in the update!
4x State Champion Swim Team is Treated to Celebration of Champions!
Sequoyah Elementary Students Take Trip Through Time
Sequoyah Elementary Shawnee’s 5th grade Wax Museum was a trip through time! We got to shake hands with George Washington, chat with John and Abigail Adams, meet Lord Baltimore, listen to wisdom from Ben Franklin, and hear the midnight ride tale straight from Paul Revere himself!
The gym was filled with history, creativity, and some seriously impressive costumes. Way to go, 5th grade—we’re still starstruck!
Jim Thorpe Academy Students Visit OBU
Big thanks to Dr. Kelly at Oklahoma Baptist University for inviting Jim Thorpe Academy students to experience life on campus and sit in on his class! Such an awesome opportunity for our students to see what college learning is all about. Thank you, Dr. Kelly, for inspiring the next generation!
Horace Mann Offers Will Rogers-themed Family Reading Night
Horace Mann’s Will Rogers-themed Family Reading Night was a huge success! Families gathered for an evening filled with books, laughter, and a little cowboy fun. Students and parents enjoyed stories inspired by the legendary Will Rogers, tried their hand at a little "ropin'," and celebrated the joy of reading together.
Wolves Baseball Stadium Finishes Renovations
Thanks to the support of the bond, Shawnee High School’s baseball field now boasts beautiful new bleachers that showcase our Wolf Pride. With the help of generous community partners, the field also features stunning new turf, creating a top-notch environment for our athletes and fans to rally behind the Wolves! #GoWolves
Committee Work
Interested in serving on a district committee? A list of committees is below, with the contact information for the head of the committee!
District Capital Improvement Committee: Ron Stearns
District Academic Committee: Dr. Teresa Wilkerson
District Safe and Healthy Schools Committee: Tristan Wyatt
District Finance Committee: Tristan Wyatt
Calendar Committee: Dr. Teresa Wilkerson
Athletic Committee: Dr. Teresa Wilkerson
PD Committee: Jackie Noble
Native American Parent Committee: Graham Primeaux
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