With high school course selection coming up for next school year CHS and Wells MS will be hosting an Academic Advisement night for current 8th-11th grade families on February 24th in the Dome. This event will help families gather information about OK Promise, FAFSA completion, graduation requirements, and much more. Hope to see you there!
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Catoosa Public Schools is proud to recognize Ms. Mary Strawser, Principal’s Secretary at Catoosa High School, as our 2025-2026 Support Employee of the Year!
Whether you’re stopping by the high school or attending any CPS activity, Mary is always there with a welcoming smile and outstanding service. Thank you, Mary, for being the heart of CHS and making a difference every single day! #CatoosaProud
Inclement Weather Update: January 28, 2026
Catoosa Public Schools will reopen for in-person learning tomorrow (January 29, 2026) after being closed for the past six days.
Morning temperatures will be chilly, so please be reminded to dress accordingly. We have done an outstanding job clearing most sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots across the district.
That said, there may still be some slick spots, so please use caution as you arrive.
Bus routes will run at their normal times, and district and site offices will open on their regular schedules.
We are looking forward to welcoming everyone back tomorrow and Friday for in-person learning.
Thank you for your patience and flexibility during this extended weather event.
We can't wait to see everyone back on campus.
Inclement Weather Update: January 27, 2026
"We're fired up... but the roads aren't!"
We've worked hard to clear sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots, and we've driven several of our most dangerous routes today. For safety, we will continue with distance learning on Wednesday, January 28.
Tomorrow's warmer temperatures, which are expected to rise above freezing, will allow conditions to continue improving.
Thank you for supporting safe decisions for our students and
Check out our CHS College and Career Website! This is a great resource for students and their families as they prepare for post secondary opportunities.
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https://sites.google.com/catoosa.k12.ok.us/chsccscdepartment/home
CHS Families,
Tomorrow we will be moving to Distance Learning, because of the weather. Students need to check their Google Classrooms and school email for assignments. Please know students can access their school Google Suite from any device.
Teachers will be available to meet with students via a Google Meet link from 8am-11am tomorrow if students have any questions or need help. Students can always email their teachers with any questions.
Stay Warm!
We will continue to closely monitor conditions and communicate any updates as needed to ensure the safety of our students and staff.
Catoosa Public Schools is proud to recognize the outstanding educators selected as our 2025-2026 Site Teachers of the Year. These remarkable individuals exemplify what it means to inspire, challenge, and support students every day in our classrooms.
2025-2026 Site Teacher of the Year Honorees:
Heather McVay - Kindergarten Teacher, Cherokee Elementary School
Stephanie Hughes - Art Teacher, Cherokee Elementary School
Tifanie Chapman-Reed - Special Education Teacher, Wells Middle School
Shelli Bright - Special Education Teacher, Catoosa High School
These teachers were nominated and selected by their peers for their innovative practices, leadership within their school communities, and their unwavering dedication to student success. Each honoree represents the high standard of excellence upheld across all of Catoosa Public Schools.
As site-level winners, they now advance as finalists for the Catoosa Public Schools District Teacher of the Year. The district finalist will be selected at the end of January, with the overall winner to be announced soon after.
CPS proudly celebrates these educators for their exceptional contributions and the meaningful impact they have on the students and families we serve.
Congratulations to our 2025-2026 Site Teachers of the Year!
Ms. Wallace and Mrs. Davis-Pennington took some of their students to The Outsiders House Museum and a few other locations that were used in the movie, The Outsiders. First they visited the DX station where Soda and Steve worked, then went to the park where Johnny killed the Soc, and then on to Ponyboy's home (the museum) where several scenes were filmed. (They would have visited the site of the church burning, but it's now underneath Skiatook Lake!) The students had a great time learning a lot of information about both the book and the movie.
10th grade will test on Wednesday 11/5 and 9th will test on Thursday 11/6. Students will report to the Twist Gym at 7:30am to begin check in. If you or your student has any questions please reach out to Dr. Burchfield or your students counselor.
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For a high school student to graduate in the State of Oklahoma they must complete or opt out of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The letter attached provides information on how to complete the FAFSA or opt out.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18hvDdPY_lEkylhDYtgimYRXUeViFGxky/view?usp=sharing
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Parent-Teacher Conferences are right around the corner!
Conferences will be held on Monday, October 13th and Tuesday, October 14th from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM prior to Fall Break starting on October 15th.
As always, conference sign-ups will be online. Please follow the steps below to sign up for your preferred conference date and time. Time slots will fill quickly, so please sign up at your earliest convenience.
Directions for Conference Sign-ups
1. Please go to:
Cherokee Elementary School
https://www.myconferencetime.com/cherokee/
Wells Middle School
https://www.myconferencetime.com/wellsms/
Catoosa High School
https://www.myconferencetime.com/catoosahs/
2. Find and click on the name of your child’s teacher.
3. Select your preferred date and time.
4. Enter required information. (E-mail address is not required, but if you enter one, you will receive an email confirmation.)
5. Click “Sign Up for Your Conference” near the bottom of the screen.
6. You’re done! That’s all there is to it.
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Attached is some important information regarding school pictures. Pictures will be taken on Tuesday next week. Seniors please make sure to wear a black top.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rLF_oSBi0XfM6hsZpu_vHmc_lhxdjveF/view?usp=sharing
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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
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Let’s work together to support every student at Catoosa Public Schools! 💚
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With school starting next week here is some helpful information to help students and families prepare for the first day of school!!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1q19KHCn58DiVz91HIzDFZjVbAFlyCTe4/view?usp=drive_link