Correction, there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, 2/17, due to President's Day. We will welcome students back on Tuesday. Thank you!
Out of an abundance of caution, we will be taking another snow day tomorrow. We apologize for the later notice, but we have been hoping that roads would improve enough that it would be safe for students to come to school. However, the roads on the north end of the district are still icy and slick. As a reminder, students are already off for Teacher Collaboration Day on Friday, so we look forward to seeing our students back on Monday. Thank you for your patience and understanding!
Parents and Guardians, please use the link below to check in early for our Valentine's parties on 2/13. This link is open now through 2/13 at 9 am. All visitors must either use the link provided or check in upon arrival by scanning your ID. https://www.schoolsafeid.com/event/5092 Party times are as follows on Thursday, Feb. 13: 2nd: 1:00 3rd: 1:30 4th and 5th: 2:00 As a reminder, glass and balloons are not permitted on buses. Thank you!
Literacy Night is Tuesday, FEBRUARY 11, not January! Apologies for the confusion!
Make plans to join us for our annual Literacy Night on Tuesday, January 11 from 5:30-7 pm in the gym at the Upper! We will have literacy games, activities, face painting and more! This is a family event for all ages. We look forward to seeing you there!
Impact Kids IS happening today after school. Thank you!
Parents and guardians,
We are aware that some families are using an outdated mobile app which is called "Wengage by Sylogist". The icon for this app is a blue schoolhouse on a white background, and it is not a functioning app at this time. Please delete this app and use the Oologah-Talala Public Schools app, which has a white background and three running mustangs as the icon. Please use the OTPS app for all business related to the school, including paying lunch balances, from this point forward. Thank you!
It’s not too late to sign up for pictures with the FAMOUS Cleo! We love her so much and what a perfect way to show it! Get your sign up turned in by Feb. 6th!
All proceeds go to the care and training of Cleo.
Parents and Guardians, Please use the link below to check in early for our Valentine's parties on 2/13. This link is open now through 2/13 at 9 am. All visitors must either use the link provided or check in upon arrival by scanning your ID. https://www.schoolsafeid.com/event/5092 Party times are as follows on Thursday, Feb. 13: 2nd: 1:00 3rd: 1:30 4th and 5th: 2:00 As a reminder, glass and balloons are not permitted on buses. Thank you!
Good morning,
Shortly before 8:00 this morning, Oologah-Talala Public Schools was made aware of a concerning social media post involving Oologah High School. Immediately upon receiving this information, OTPS administrators met with Rogers County Sheriff’s Office and the Oologah Police Department to simultaneously ensure that the students on campus were safe and that the threat was fully investigated as quickly as possible. Law enforcement presence was increased across the entire campus and OHS was placed on lock-out procedures. Students from both OHS and OMS were also not allowed to travel between buildings for classes unattended. Throughout this process, several messages were sent to all parents and guardians within the district as well as to staff within the schools. Officer Tice, Oologah police, and school administrators made personal contact with every student named as being potentially involved in the situation. Upon conclusion of their investigation, the district was advised that the threat to OTPS was not credible and that students could safely return to their normal schedule.
We would like to issue a special thank you to Officer Tice, Officer Rhoden, Rogers County Sheriff's Office and the Oologah Police Department for their quick and effective response to this situation. Also, thank you to parents, guardians and staff for your patience and trust while we navigated through this unsettling event.
Respectfully,
Dr. David Wilkins
Superintendent, Oologah-Talala Public Schools
Please see the attached graphic with information about Counselors Week next week! We can't wait to celebrate our Mrs. Murphy!
The main entrance to the parking lot will be accessible again beginning Monday. Please be cautious and mindful of traffic and buses in that area. Thank you for pulling all the way up to the yellow line when dropping off students--this greatly helps the flow of traffic.
As a reminder, we will celebrate the 100th Day of School on Friday! Students are encouraged to dress like they are 100 years old, or wear something with 100 items on it. Have a great week!
There will be more traffic this morning due to an event in the auditorium. Therefore, the cones will not be out and you may use the main entrance for Upper drop off this morning. Thank you for your patience!
Please look for order forms to come home today for Valentine Pictures with Cleo on February 6! This is a very important fundraiser that will help our therapy dog, Cleo, receive important training as well as basic necessities. Cleo works hard for our students and we greatly appreciate your support!
Please see the following message from PTO regarding the upcoming half court basketball shot fundraiser! What: OLE and OUE PTO Half court shot fundraiser. Shoot for $100!! Date : January 21st When: starting at 6:00 we will sell tickets during girls game and 1/2 of boys game. Shot will take place at half time.
We will celebrate the 100th Day of School on Friday, January 31! On this day, students are encouraged to wear a shirt with 100 items of their choice on it. Examples: cheerios, pom poms, etc., OR they may dress like they are 100 years old! Looking forward to seeing the creativity!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Out of concern for the safety of our students and families, beginning Tuesday, January 21, the north entrance to the parking lot/car line will be barricaded. We have had too many close calls with traffic in that area. Please use the northernmost entrance past the high school to access our carline. A few reminders--please pull up to the line when dropping off students. Also, we ask that you please do not drop off students in the parking lot and allow them to cross. Lastly, please be aware and cautious when exiting the car line as we have staff crossing the parking lot to enter the building. As always, thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Respectfully,
Hilary Morsey
OUE Principal
Tomorrow, Wednesday, is National Hat Day! All students are welcome to wear a hat to school!
Good evening! We will have a snow day tomorrow, January 10, due to slick and deteriorating road conditions. No work will be assigned for students as this is a true day off. Enjoy the day, and please be safe!
Good afternoon! In an attempt to get our students home as quickly as possible, buses 7 and 12 will be running with all the other routes this afternoon. Please expect students to arrive at home 15-20 minutes earlier than they are when the buses run late. Thank you!