Get Ready of Picture Day!
Preparate para el dia de las fotos
Cherokee Picture Day!
August 25
October 23 - RETAKES
Preparate para el dia de las fotos
Cherokee Picture Day!
August 25
October 23 - RETAKES
📣 Families: Apply Now for the Free & Reduced-Price Meal Program for the 2025–2026 School Year!
Submitting your application is quick, easy, and confidential — and it benefits more than just your household.
✅ Key Information:
Only one application per household is required
Applications are available online only
Application decisions will be sent by email
Even if you don’t qualify, your application still helps our schools receive valuable funding for academics, technology, and student services
💡 Why It Matters:
Eligible students receive healthy, nutritious meals every day
You may also qualify for reduced fees on tests, extracurricular activities, and more
Your application helps Catoosa Public Schools secure vital funding and resources
https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application
Let’s work together to support every student at Catoosa Public Schools! 💚
#CatoosaProud #CPSFamily #HealthyStudents #FreeMeals #BackToSchool
Submitting your application is quick, easy, and confidential — and it benefits more than just your household.
✅ Key Information:
Only one application per household is required
Applications are available online only
Application decisions will be sent by email
Even if you don’t qualify, your application still helps our schools receive valuable funding for academics, technology, and student services
💡 Why It Matters:
Eligible students receive healthy, nutritious meals every day
You may also qualify for reduced fees on tests, extracurricular activities, and more
Your application helps Catoosa Public Schools secure vital funding and resources
https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application
Let’s work together to support every student at Catoosa Public Schools! 💚
#CatoosaProud #CPSFamily #HealthyStudents #FreeMeals #BackToSchool
Catoosa Families,
We’re looking forward to welcoming your student back soon! As we prepare for the new school year, we want to remind you that all enrollment forms must be completed in PowerSchool before we are allowed to issue class schedules.
Please understand: We are not permitted to provide a schedule on August 5 for any student whose enrollment forms are incomplete. This is a mandate we are required to follow.
To ensure your student is ready, please log in to PowerSchool and complete:
✅ The six forms at the top
✅ The four forms at the bottom of the enrollment page
If you have any questions or need assistance, the Enrollment Center is happy to help! Call us at 918-266-8603 Or email sfoxall@catoosa.k12.ok.us Thank you for taking care of this important step and helping us get the year off to a great start!
Warm regards,
Catoosa Public Schools
Free & Reduced Meal Applications Are NOW OPEN at Catoosa Public Schools!
Families — it’s time to apply for the Free & Reduced-Price Meal Program for the 2025–2026 school year!
Applications are quick, easy, and confidential
One application per household
Available online only
Even if you don’t qualify, applying helps our schools — it can increase funding for academic programs, technology, and other student services
Why It Matters:
Qualifying helps ensure your student gets healthy, nutritious meals every day
It can also reduce other school-related costs like test fees and activity expenses
It supports Catoosa Public Schools with important funding and resources
Apply Today!
https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application
Let’s work together to support every student at Catoosa Public Schools! 💚
#CatoosaProud #CPSFamily #HealthyStudents #FreeMeals #BackToSchool
Families — it’s time to apply for the Free & Reduced-Price Meal Program for the 2025–2026 school year!
Applications are quick, easy, and confidential
One application per household
Available online only
Even if you don’t qualify, applying helps our schools — it can increase funding for academic programs, technology, and other student services
Why It Matters:
Qualifying helps ensure your student gets healthy, nutritious meals every day
It can also reduce other school-related costs like test fees and activity expenses
It supports Catoosa Public Schools with important funding and resources
Apply Today!
https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application
Let’s work together to support every student at Catoosa Public Schools! 💚
#CatoosaProud #CPSFamily #HealthyStudents #FreeMeals #BackToSchool
Important Bus Route Number Changes for the 2025–2026 School Year
Please note the following bus and route number changes that will take effect for the upcoming school year. Only the route numbers and bus numbers are changing — your child’s pickup and drop-off locations and times will remain the same.
New Route & Bus Number Assignments:
Route 11, Bus 11 → Now Route 19, Bus 19
Route 38, Bus 38 → Now Route 18, Bus 18
Route 12, Bus 12 → Now Route 16, Bus 16
Route 9, Bus 9 → Now Route 14, Bus 14
Route 10, Bus 10 → Now Route 17, Bus 17
Route 8, Bus 8 → Now Route 15, Bus 15
Route 15, Bus 15 → Now Route 23, Bus 23
Again, this is a number change only — routes and times will stay the same.
Please note the following bus and route number changes that will take effect for the upcoming school year. Only the route numbers and bus numbers are changing — your child’s pickup and drop-off locations and times will remain the same.
New Route & Bus Number Assignments:
Route 11, Bus 11 → Now Route 19, Bus 19
Route 38, Bus 38 → Now Route 18, Bus 18
Route 12, Bus 12 → Now Route 16, Bus 16
Route 9, Bus 9 → Now Route 14, Bus 14
Route 10, Bus 10 → Now Route 17, Bus 17
Route 8, Bus 8 → Now Route 15, Bus 15
Route 15, Bus 15 → Now Route 23, Bus 23
Again, this is a number change only — routes and times will stay the same.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
As we prepare for the 2025-2026 school year, we want to share an important update about how we will be handling student medications at Catoosa Public Schools.
Beginning next school year, our school will no longer be administering morning medications to students. With the addition of two more grade levels at one of our sites, we will now have seven grades in a single building for the first time. This significant growth means more students in the building, more activity in the nurse’s office, and a greater need to streamline routines for safety and efficiency. Adjusting how we manage medication is a practical and necessary step as we continue to support the health needs of all students.
This change is also in line with procedures followed by many surrounding districts, which have made similar updates to better meet the demands of growing school populations and ensure safe practices throughout the school day.
To help with this transition, any prescription medication that needs to be administered during school hours must have a specific time of administration clearly printed on the pharmacy label. This time must be assigned by your child’s healthcare provider. Medications that do not include a specific time on the label will not be accepted at school.
We kindly ask that you work with your child’s doctor and pharmacist to ensure that any school-time prescriptions include the required timing.
We understand this change may require a few adjustments at home, and we truly appreciate your support as we make these updates in the best interest of our students. If you have any questions or need clarification, please don’t hesitate to contact the school nurse.
Thank you for your continued partnership.
As we prepare for the 2025-2026 school year, we want to share an important update about how we will be handling student medications at Catoosa Public Schools.
Beginning next school year, our school will no longer be administering morning medications to students. With the addition of two more grade levels at one of our sites, we will now have seven grades in a single building for the first time. This significant growth means more students in the building, more activity in the nurse’s office, and a greater need to streamline routines for safety and efficiency. Adjusting how we manage medication is a practical and necessary step as we continue to support the health needs of all students.
This change is also in line with procedures followed by many surrounding districts, which have made similar updates to better meet the demands of growing school populations and ensure safe practices throughout the school day.
To help with this transition, any prescription medication that needs to be administered during school hours must have a specific time of administration clearly printed on the pharmacy label. This time must be assigned by your child’s healthcare provider. Medications that do not include a specific time on the label will not be accepted at school.
We kindly ask that you work with your child’s doctor and pharmacist to ensure that any school-time prescriptions include the required timing.
We understand this change may require a few adjustments at home, and we truly appreciate your support as we make these updates in the best interest of our students. If you have any questions or need clarification, please don’t hesitate to contact the school nurse.
Thank you for your continued partnership.
Reminder: Enrollment is Open!
Enrollment at Catoosa Public Schools is still open! Avoid the last-minute rush - come by the Enrollment Center or give us a call and ask for Sheila between 8:00 am and 3:00 pm M-Th.
Let’s make the process easy and smooth - Enroll NOW and help Catoosa Public Schools prepare for a strong school year!
✅ Early enrollment = better planning + peace of mind.
Free Summer Meals Available: June 2–June 26, 2025
Catoosa Public Schools is committed to supporting the health and well-being of our students and community during the summer months. We are pleased to announce that free summer meals will be available to all children during the month of June.
See the details below or reach out to Ashley Richards, Child Nutrition Specialist, at arichards@catoosa.k12.ok.us should you have any questions.
Free Summer Meals Available: June 2–June 26, 2025
Catoosa Public Schools is committed to supporting the health and well-being of our students and community during the summer months. We are pleased to announce that free summer meals will be available to all children during the month of June.
See the details below or reach out to Ashley Richards, Child Nutrition Specialist, at arichards@catoosa.k12.ok.us should you have any questions.
Litespeed Airshow's Parker Smith presented the winner of the Literacy Survery Challenge at Cherokee Elementary School. 4th Grader, Reese Bullock, won the AeroScout RC Plane.
NOTICE: CPS Board Meeting Canceled Due to Weather!
Due to the potential for severe weather this evening, tonight’s regularly scheduled Board of Education meeting at 6:00 PM at the Education Service Center has been canceled.
Please stay tuned for an announcement with the rescheduled date and time.
Stay safe, Catoosa!
COMMUNITY STORM SHELTER NOTICE - MAY 19, 2025
The Catoosa Public Schools Community Storm Shelter (located at the Dome Cafeteria) will be open to the public beginning at 5:00 PM and remain open until an official All Clear is given this evening due to the potential for severe weather.
Reminder:
- Shelter opens during Tornado WATCHES only, not WARNINGS
- No access once sirens sound - shelter in place if needed
- No pets, food, drinks, tobacco, or weapons allowed
- Doors will remain closed for safety during a WARNING
We’ll share updates as needed. Stay safe, Catoosa!
Cherokee Innovation Lab: Classes worked cooperatively to build a class Lego Maze. Innovation is the best!
< Reminder> Catoosa Athletics Drug Test and Physical Night Who:
ANY STUDENT in EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES - Grades 6-12th
When: TODAY, May 5th Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: Catoosa Indian Activity Center
Cost: $25 CASH - Drug Test | $25 CASH - Physical
** Catoosa Athletics will only accept Drug Test from Investigative Concepts. Investigative Concepts will only test students on May 5th and July 21st at Catoosa Public Schools. **
School Lunch Heroes are the ZEST!
A huge THANK YOU to our special guest from the Will Rogers Museum — Buckaroo Bart! 🤠
Oour 3rd grade students had an incredible time learning about Oklahoma Heritage. Buckaroo Bart brought history to life with his unforgettable presentation filled with laughter, trick roping, and the inspiring story of Will Rogers. 📜✨
Students also enjoyed hands-on activities that made the day extra engaging and memorable. As a special gift, Buckaroo Bart donated a signed copy of his book to the Cherokee Elementary media center — what a treat!
We’re so grateful for this fun and educational experience! 🙌
1st Grade Fun in Coach Hampton's PE Class!
This is a reminder that student immunizations will be taking place soon. Please ensure your child is up to date on all required vaccinations. More information, including dates and required forms, are shared below.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter in keeping our students healthy and safe.
Late Post (1/7/2025):
Every year Mrs. Kus includes her students in donating Christmas Socks for the residence at Canoe Brook Assisted Living where her husband is the Maintenance Director for the facility. Every year socks are delivered to the elderly to keep their feet nice and warm for the winter along with student made Christmas cards. This year Mrs. Stephanie Hughes, art teacher at Cherokee Elementary, in assisted Mrs. Kus on having the students decorate cards to send off along with the residence socks! Students as well as staff at Cherokee Elementary assisted in collecting over 70 Christmas socks for the Canoe Brook Assisted Living facility here in Catoosa! This has been a joy for Mrs. and Mr. Kus every year seeing the smiling faces of the resisdence there at Canoe Brook!
Winter HOCO Week!
