Broken Arrow Public Schools

At Broken Arrow Public Schools, career exploration is important at every grade level, which is why Spring Creek Elementary recently held a Touch-a-Truck / Career Day that allowed students to learn about different job opportunities! Thank you to all those who stopped by to share their profession with our students. We appreciate you!

Just an FYI from the City of Broken Arrow - Municipality! The upcoming road project near Broken Arrow High School will begin around April 10.

ICYMI: Construction to widen Albany Street (61st St.) in front of Broken Arrow High School and Creekwood Elementary will begin around April 10th. At that time, left turns will not be allowed at the intersection of Albany and County Line Road. Our partners at Oklahoma Department of Transportation will be managing this year-long improvement project to:

🚧 Widen the mile between Lynn Lane and County Line Road to 5 lanes
🚧 Add new sidewalks on both sides of the roadway
🚧 Add new curbs and gutters
🚧 Improve the intersection at Albany and County Line Road

Here's more info about road projects that were discussed during our community meeting on Tuesday night, https://bit.ly/Albany5Lanes

Good morning from Highland Park Elementary! Our friends from KOTV - News On 6 went LIVE this morning to get the first look at the school's brand new BOOK VENDING MACHINE! Yes, you read that right – this special vending machine is filled with books instead of snacks! 📚

Made possible by Highland Park’s PTA and library, this initiative will give students a chance to earn special coins for showing TIGER traits, which include tenacity, integrity, gratitude, expectations and respect. These coins will allow them to take a trip to the library to pick out a new book to keep! Stay tuned for the full story.

The annual District Art Show will be held April 4-14, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., on the campus of Northeastern State University Broken Arrow. Come out and see EVERY grade level and EVERY school represented with some of the best visual arts in the region! A special recognition reception will be held April 13 from 5-8 p.m.!

Middle school is an exciting time, especially when it comes to all the new cafeteria menu choices compared to elementary!

Our child nutrition department recently invited a group of current 5th graders and their parents to the inaugural BAPS Spring Food Show. This free, come-and-go event allowed students to try a number of food samples and treats!

Learn more from FOX23 News : https://bit.ly/3zabdFb

At BAPS, we start career exploration early! It was such a fun day for some of our younger students as they interacted with the Broken Arrow Fire Department to learn about fire safety and the profession. They even got to check out the firetruck! We heard a few of the students say “I want to be a firefighter!” and then we heard some of the firefighters say "This is one of our favorite days!" We love our community! Thanks, BAFD! 🚒

We ❤ to save energy at BA! Over spring break, employees participated in an energy savings event by shutting down computers, unplugging energy-using items and turning out the lights. Three employees were randomly chosen by BAPS Energy Specialist Jadon D***s to receive a donated Rocket Brothers gift card just for participating! Congrats to Marilyn Salley (maintenance), Jennifer Chase (BAHS) and Janice Buchanan (Timber Ridge)!

Welcome to Fine Arts Friday! Today we recognize two students: Broken Arrow High School senior Payton Stephens and Country Lane Primary second grader Lacey Robinson. Payton is a three-year medalist and recipient of membership in the OkMEA Honor Choir and is a section leader in Tiger Rhythm show choir, and participates in the vocal jazz ensemble choir, Tiger Dissonance. "She strives to excel in all areas of music, while upholding BAPS values through her sportsmanship and behavior," said assistant choir director Emma Myatt. Lacey is in Stephanie Southern's art class at CLP and is a talented artist. "She always takes her art projects to the next level," said Southern. "She shows great maturity in how she approaches art."

Congratulations to Broken Arrow Boys Basketball Head Coach Beau Wallace on receiving the Frontier Valley Conference, Coach of the Year! Nine members of the boys and girls basketball teams were also named to the All Conference teams!

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REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE: Arrowhead Elementary 2nd graders recently created art for 1st graders to purchase (with fake money, of course) in an effort to teach the value of money, providing a service to others and collaboration with classmates!

Check out all of the awesome upcoming events happening in the fine arts world! Please note that dates/times are subject to change.

How cool is this?! A group of sophomore students from Vanguard Academy of Broken Arrow have been working with Leisure Park Elementary to create shade options for their playground, which is a big need at Leisure Park! The Vanguard students had five trees donated to them by Sanders Nursery Broken Arrow and recently planted them in front of the younger students. We can’t wait to watch these trees grow alongside our students! 🌳

Thank you, Celia DeLeon Agency - Farmers Insurance, for helping sponsor our Beyond & Above support staff recognition program. Your $500 donation to Broken Arrow Public Schools is much appreciated and goes a long way in helping us recognize five outstanding support staff members within our district.

It’s National Nutrition Month! Did you know that broccoli is a great source of vitamin C and helps boost immune health?

Over the past few weeks, our Child Nutrition Specialist Melodie Royall has been visiting elementary schools to showcase her “magic broccoli,” which is roasted broccoli sprinkled with some delicious parmesan cheese! The students and staff who tried the new recipe received an “I Tried It” sticker! What a fun way to encourage healthy eating!

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: The Tulsa Oilers recently partnered with a Childers Middle School class on a fun activity centered on National Hockey League team ownership. The students worked with the Oilers to create a team logo, jersey design and a mock draft of building their team. What an incredible project-based learning activity!

Hey BAHS students! Check out these upcoming internship rep visits ⬇️

The College and Career Center is hosting Internship rep visits to share information about 2023-2024 Project Pathways Internships! Students interested in attending any of the following events will need to send a canvas message to Melissa Miler to register!

Wednesday, March 22 from 12-1pm - Pro Day Sports (internships in exercise science, athletic development, coaching, recruiting, as well as social media management).

Friday, March 24 from 11-12pm - BAPS Maintenance (internships in skilled trades, plumbing, HVAC, and MORE).

See you there!

SITE TEACHER OF THE YEAR SPOTLIGHT (in no particular order): Erin Tubolino, Early College High School

Here are a few fun facts about Ms. Tubolino:

1) She has been an educator for 10 years. She decided to become a teacher because her education classes were the most rewarding in college, and it became her passion.
2) Her special talent is learning technology. She said she uses technology to make engaging digital assignments and resources.
3) The best advice she has ever been given was from her college advisor: “Get an undergraduate degree in something that will get you a job, then pursue a graduate degree in something you have a passion for.”

Ms. Tubolino is sponsored by Supermercados Morelos and the BAPS Foundation.
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The District Teacher of the Year will be announced on April 11 during our annual Star Awards Gala. Stay tuned!

The BAPS Foundation is hiring! Check out the details below!

We're hiring a Foundation Coordinator! Are you passionate about supporting education and making a difference in your community? The Broken Arrow Education Foundation is seeking a skilled communicator and strategic thinker to lead our fundraising efforts, maintain donor relationships, and serve as the point of contact for all foundation programs. Apply by March 31st with a cover letter and resume’ to join our team and help us change lives!

The USDA is proposing new nutrition standards, and Tulsa World and KJRH met with BAPS Child Nutrition Director Emily McNally to discuss the challenges associated with the possible changes. Check out the stories below!

Tulsa World: https://bit.ly/409Nwsv
Ch. 2: www.kjrh.com/usda-proposing-new-nutrition-standards

SITE TEACHER OF THE YEAR SPOTLIGHT (in no particular order): Katy Lewis-Jones, Oliver Middle School

Here are a few fun facts about Ms. Lewis-Jones:

1) She has been in education for 14 years. She decided to become a teacher when she was 8 years old and never changed her mind. As she got older, she had amazing teachers who really made a difference in her life, and she wanted to be that person for someone else.
2) Her hobbies include spending time with her six children.
3) The best advice she has ever been given is that “people come into our lives for a reason, a season or a lifetime. Not everyone is meant to stay forever and that’s ok.”

Ms. Lewis-Jones is sponsored by Supermercados Morelos and BAPS Foundation.

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The District Teacher of the Year will be announced on April 11 during our annual Star Awards Gala. Stay tuned!

Congratulations to our 2022-23 Beyond and Above award finalists! These five support employees continually go the extra mile in support of our goals and objectives!

⭐ Lorene Brantley – Communications Systems Specialist, Education Service Center
⭐ Ana Burrola – Title I Instructional Assistant, Lynn Wood Elementary
⭐ Stephanie Donaho – Behavior Coach, Timber Ridge Elementary
⭐ Nate Pittman – Security Guard, Freshman Academy
⭐ Darice Small – Behavior Coach, Broken Arrow High School

To each of these employees, we are so glad you are part of the Broken Arrow family!

Welcome back, students and staff! We hope you had a great spring break. We are ready to finish the year strong!

SITE TEACHER OF THE YEAR SPOTLIGHT (in no particular order): Jennifer Brown, Centennial Middle School

Here are a few fun facts about Ms. Brown

1) She has been in education for 10 years. She became a teacher to be a safe place, a shoulder, a guide and an inspiration to her students.
2) If she were a crayon, she would be the color aquamarine to remind herself that her impact is far reaching, like the ocean.
3) Her special talent is playing tunes on a handcrafted harmonica.

Ms. Brown is sponsored by Supermercados Morelos and the BAPS Foundation.

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The District Teacher of the Year will be announced on April 11 during our annual Star Awards Gala. Stay tuned!

Happy Friday, Tigers! Don't forget to wear your green today!

SITE TEACHER OF THE YEAR SPOTLIGHT (in no particular order): Shae Patterson, Spring Creek Elementary

Here are a few fun facts about Ms. Patterson:

1) She has been in education for 10 years. She said she could not imagine doing anything else and that her hope is that her students feel seen, heard and loved.
2) The most random things in her desk drawer are bunny treats for their classroom pet.
3) The best advice she has ever been given is “start each day new.”

Ms. Patterson is sponsored by Supermercados Morelos and the BAPS Foundation.

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The District Teacher of the Year will be announced on April 11 during our annual Star Awards Gala. Stay tuned!

Mark those calendars Tiger Football Fans!🏈✍️🗓

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SITE TEACHER OF THE YEAR SPOTLIGHT (in no particular order): Ashley Harper, Rhoades Elementary

Here are a few fun facts about Ms. Harper:

1) She has been in education for 18 years and in the classroom for 15 of those years.
2) If she were a crayon, she would be a mixture of yellow and green because she relates yellow to positivity and ties green to growth.
3) Her favorite school day snack is trail mix, chocolate or coffee (a must!)

Ms. Harper is sponsored by Supermercados Morelos and the BAPS Foundation.
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The District Teacher of the Year will be announced on April 11 during our annual Star Awards Gala. Stay tuned!

Congrats to Broken Arrow High School senior Tru West for recently winning the statewide Oklahoma Bar Association mock trial artist competition. This competition allows artists to capture live courtroom action since most courtrooms across the country do not allow cameras or other recording devices during trial. She was presented with an award on Monday evening at the Tulsa Federal Courthouse.

SITE TEACHER OF THE YEAR SPOTLIGHT (in no particular order): Amanda Hundley, Aspen Creek ECC

Here are a few fun facts about Ms. Hundley:

1) She is in her 4th year of teaching. She became a Pre-K teacher because when she was in high school, she attended Tulsa Tech for their Early Childhood Development Program and absolutely fell in love with early childhood and teaching.
2) If she were a crayon, she would be the color yellow because she associates it with happiness and joy, and those are things she strives to bring into her classroom and life.
3) The best advice she has ever been given is to “trust your instincts, listen to and value other people’s opinions, and be authentic to yourself.”

Ms. Hundley is sponsored by Supermercados Morelos and the BAPS Foundation.

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The District Teacher of the Year will be announced on April 11 during our annual Star Awards Gala. Stay tuned!

THANK YOU to The Arrow Group for your donation of $985 in school supplies to Rhoades Elementary. We appreciate community partners like you making a positive difference in the lives of our teachers and students. Your kindness and generosity are leading by example.

Did you know…? March 14 is known as Pi Day because the numerical date 3/14 is the same as Pi – 3.14! Needless to say, we are definitely celebrating with some pie today!

SITE TEACHER OF THE YEAR SPOTLIGHT (in no particular order): Ameisha Wagner, Arrow Springs ECC

Here are a few fun facts about Ms. Wagner:

1)She said she has been an educator in spirit since age 4. Before her 5th year as a certified educator, she taught in several learning centers, daycares and summer programs.
2) If she were a crayon, she would be the color burnt sienna. She said she associates with this color because of its rich warm hue; mellow or exuberant mood; and combination of tints.
3) Her special talents include singing, drawing, crocheting, painting, writing and teaching.

Ms. Wagner is sponsored by Supermercados Morelos and the BAPS Foundation.

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The District Teacher of the Year will be announced on April 11 during our annual Star Awards Gala. Stay tuned!

We've posted this adorable photo for a few years now, and we've decided we may never stop sharing it. 😊 Anyone else feeling this way after the time change? Us too! Have a great Monday, Tigers!

The Tigers fall short to defending champion Edmond North.

An extraordinary season comes to a close in the Lloyd Noble Center.

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ONE MORE WIN…

One last reminder!

State Finals 🆚 Edmond North
⏰ - 7 PM
💻 ($) - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/ossaa/gamcb6d2c1cd4
📍 - Lloyd Noble Center

There WILL NOT be a cash option at the gate. ALL tickets will be digital to enter the Lloyd Noble Center.
🎟 - https://gofan.co/app/events/936536?schoolId=OSSAA

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STATE DAY
State Finals 🆚 Edmond North
⏰ - 7 PM
💻 ($) - https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/ossaa/gamcb6d2c1cd4
📍 - Lloyd Noble Center

There WILL NOT be a cash option at the gate. ALL tickets will be digital to enter the Lloyd Noble Center.
🎟 - https://gofan.co/app/events/936536?schoolId=OSSAA

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