Howe Public Schools

Welcome to the Jungle, Carson Lott! The Lion Pride is excited to welcome Carson Lott, our new Vocational Agriculture Teacher, to the community of Howe Public Schools! Carson is embarking on his first year of teaching, bringing fresh energy and enthusiasm to our jungle. Carson is eager to cultivate a dynamic and engaging learning environment for our students, inspiring them to explore the wonders of agriculture. With the support of the Howe community, he is ready to make a positive impact and grow alongside his students. Carson is thrilled for the upcoming year and ready to dive into this new adventure. Welcome to the jungle, Carson, and welcome to the Lion Pride! #WelcomeToTheJungle #LionPride #HPSLions #ComeROARwithUS

We are thrilled to announce that our school has qualified for the CEP Child Nutrition status, providing FREE breakfast and lunches to all students for this school year! For the past two years, we have proudly subsidized the cost of meals, absorbing over $100,000 each year to ensure no burden was placed on our parents and families. This year, thanks to the CEP program, we can continue supporting our students' nutritional needs without any additional cost to you. Together, we are committed to fostering a healthy and successful learning environment for all. Thank you for your continued support! #FreeMealsForAll

Welcome to the Jungle, Kimberly Griffith! The Lion Pride is thrilled to introduce our new Elementary Special Education teacher, Kimberly Griffith! Kimberly brings a wealth of experience and a heart full of dedication to our jungle at Howe Public Schools. With an impressive 17-year career spanning various educational roles, Kimberly's journey includes four years in private schools teaching PreK and 4th grade, two years in Tulsa Public Schools as a 1st-grade teacher and behavior interventionist, six years as an administrator for CNIL Durant, OK, three years as head of special education at Liberty-Eylau High School, eight years mentoring new teachers, and three years teaching applied English in special education classrooms. Outside the classroom, Kimberly cherishes her time with her two adult children and beloved grandchild. She enjoys traveling, spending quality time with friends and family, and writing. Currently, she is completing an ebook educational guide for parents of students with special needs. Her deep connections to Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Texas reflect the love she has for the friends and memories made in these states. Raised in LeFlore County, Kimberly is excited to return home and spend quality time with her parents. We are delighted to have Kimberly's expertise and passion join our pride. Welcome to the jungle, Kimberly, and welcome to the Lion Pride! #WelcomeToTheJungle #LionPride #HPSLions #ComeROARwithUS

Welcome to the Jungle, Tiffaney Kirby! The Lion Pride is excited to welcome our new School Safety Specialist, focusing on High School Behavioral Counseling: Tiffaney Kirby! With a solid foundation of 9 years teaching 1st, 3rd, and 5th grades, Tiffaney has recently earned a Master’s in School Counseling and is ready to embark on this new adventure. Returning to her roots, Tiffaney graduated from Howe in 2004 and is thrilled to rejoin a school filled with cherished memories. Together with her husband, Caleb, they are proud parents to two active sons, Chet and Reid, who keep them on their toes with basketball, baseball, and team roping. Outside of school, Tiffaney enjoys reading (preferably on a beach) and camping with her family. Her passion for education and dedication to her new role will undoubtedly support and guide our students as they navigate their own paths through the jungle of high school. Welcome back to Howe, Tiffaney! We’re thrilled to have you with us as we continue to build a strong and supportive Lion Pride community! #WelcomeToTheJungle #LionPride #HPSLions #ComeROARwithUS

Back To School Open House is scheduled for Tuesday, August 13 from 5 pm - 8 pm. See the attached flyer for more information on the following: Enrollment Reminders High School Class Schedules HPS Library Updates Johnson O'Malley (Native American Student) Information And more! https://secure.smore.com/n/ayzr8

Welcome to the Jungle, LeeAnn Gardenhire! The Lion Pride is thrilled to introduce our newest guide for our little lion cubs: LeeAnn Gardenhire! LeeAnn is bringing a wealth of experience and a heart full of dedication to our first-grade jungle at Howe Public Schools. With 14 years of experience in early childhood education, LeeAnn has navigated the wilds of 3rd grade for 8 years, 2nd grade for 1 year, and now embarks on her 5th year in 1st grade. Her journey in education is marked by a passion for nurturing young minds and guiding them through their formative years. Outside the classroom, LeeAnn and her husband Tyler have been happily married for 18 years, raising four wonderful children: Ramsey, Addi, Archer, and Boyd. When she's not leading her lion cubs, you can find LeeAnn spending quality time with her family, baking up a storm, exploring the zoo, or taking a refreshing dip in the pool. LeeAnn, your enthusiasm and commitment to building lasting relationships in our amazing community make you a perfect fit for the Howe family. Welcome to the jungle, and welcome to the Lion Pride! #WelcomeToTheJungle #LionPride #HPSLions #ComeROARwithUS

Welcome to the Jungle, Ronnie Brown! Welcome to the Lion's den, Ronnie Brown! We're thrilled to have you join our pride at Howe Public Schools as our new HS History Teacher and Assistant High School Baseball Coach. Ronnie brings 15 years of experience teaching History and coaching to our jungle. Having deep roots in Howe, where his mom, dad, and brothers all graduated, Ronnie's journey comes full circle as he returns to share his passion and expertise. Growing up in Howe has instilled a sense of pride and community in Ronnie, and he's excited to be back where it all began. Ronnie, your dedication to education and coaching will undoubtedly inspire our students and athletes to unleash their full potential. Welcome back to Howe, and welcome to the Lion Pride! #WelcomeToTheJungle #LionPride #HPSLions #ComeROARwithUS

Welcome to the Jungle! Meet Mrs. Cara Yakel, our Newest Lion! Roaring into the heart of our pride, Mrs. Cara Yakel is ready to embark on a wild adventure at Howe Public Schools. As our new High School ELA Teacher, she brings a fierce passion for teaching and a knack for navigating the untamed terrain of English literature. Mrs. Yakel hails from the dense academic jungles of Carl Albert State College, where she taught freshman and sophomore English Composition classes for six years. Known for her keen instincts and a lion’s courage, she brings a wealth of knowledge and an infectious enthusiasm to her new role. Residing in Poteau, Ms. Yakel’s teaching style is as vibrant and dynamic as the jungle itself. She believes in fostering a lively and engaging learning environment where every student can thrive and roar with confidence. Outside the classroom, you might find Mrs. Yakel enjoying music, playing instruments, or binge reading great books. She has been married to her high school sweetheart for 22 years, and they have three fantastic teenagers. A die-hard Harry Potter fan, Mrs. Yakel’s love for memes is unmatched! This will be her first year in secondary education, and she is ready for this new adventure! She loves the culture of teamwork and community that she sees at Howe, and she is so excited to be a part of this great family. Join us in giving a mighty lion’s roar of welcome to Mrs. Cara Yakel, as she steps into our jungle and embarks on this exciting new chapter with Howe Public Schools. With her at our side, we are ready to conquer the wild challenges of the school year ahead! #WelcomeToTheJungle #LionPride #HPSLions #ComeROARwithUS

RETURNING STUDENT ENROLLMENT: Parents: Thank you for beginning the process of enrolling your student with Howe Public Schools for the 2024-25 school year. Below are instructions to complete the enrollment process. Reminder: This year online enrollment is through our PowerSchool Parent OR Student Portal. If your student finished the school year at Howe Public Schools last year, and you DO NOT have a PowerSchool Parent account, please complete this request form. https://bit.ly/howepshelp DO NOT CONTACT THE OFFICES, help requests will be processed through this help form only. Step 1: Login to your PowerSchool parent OR student account at http://powerschool.howeschools.org/public and follow Step 2 below. If you have forgotten your Parent or Student Portal PowerSchool login username and/or password, please choose the "Forgot Username or Password?" blue link at the bottom of the Student and Parent Sign In Portal at http://powerschool.howeschools.org/public and follow the onscreen instructions. Otherwise, request login help at https://bit.ly/howepshelp. Step 2: Complete Enrollment forms In the PowerSchool parent or student portal at https://powerschool.howeschools.org/public, select the student you are enrolling and click on the Forms link with the left navigation menu. **Complete all ENROLLMENT forms A through I and Indian Ed Form by August 1, 2024** Step 3: Provide Documentation Additionally, once the online enrollment has been completed, please bring the following documentation to the Elementary or High School office The Week of July 29 and BEFORE Aug 1 during the hours of 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Monday-Thursday: 1. Proof of Residency (NEW STUDENTS ONLY - more information can be found on the Student Demographics information form in enrollment) 2. Child's birth certificate (if not currently on file) 3. Proof of immunizations 4. Copy of child's CDIB (if applicable) 5. Student legal name change and/or changes in parental custody if changes have occurred.

2nd-12th new student pre-registration is now open for the 2024-25 school year. This form should only be completed if the student DID NOT complete the 2023-24 school year at Howe Public Schools. (Please note: out-of-district students without an approved transfer will be contacted by the Elem/HS office once pre-registration is submitted to notify of approval or denial of transfer.) Returning student online enrollment will be available soon! All 3 year old-1st grade students must register onsite at the Elementary Office next week if parents have not already completed an enrollment packet.

2024 - 2025 Howe Elementary and 6th - 8th supply lists.

The Howe Summer Skills Softball Camp kicked off today with 27 students attending from the following communities: Howe, Panama, Stigler, Poteau, Sallisaw Central, Bokoshe, Hodgen, McCurtain, and Hackett! The camp will run again tomorrow, Friday, July 12 from 9-11 al. Students can still attend and register on site even if they didn’t attend today. Registration is $45.

There have been a few changes to the dress code and we wanted parents to have the opportunity to read it before shopping for school clothes. It has been approved by the school board. The dress code will be put in the handbook and that will be available when it has final approval.

Last chance to sign up for softball camp! Contact Coach Whitecotton today.

Enrollment packets for 3YO, PreK, Kindergarten and 1st grade can be picked up in the elementary office Tuesday and Wednesday of this week and then Monday of next week. After that, they can be picked up in the Administration building till the 18th of July and then they will be available in the elementary office again. Space is limited, so please get your forms filled out as soon as possible. Enrollment for other grades will be shared at a later date.

Sign up for softball camp now.

We have had an awesome group of students attending our summer school this year. Here they are showing off the awards they all recieved.

Join us in welcoming Mr. George Spears as the new Principal of Howe High School! We're excited to have his leadership and passion for education guiding our students and community forward. Read more about his journey and vision for our school below. Greetings! My name is George Spears, and I am honored and excited to be a part of Howe High School. I am a native of eastern Oklahoma, and am excited to serve here. I have been married to Misty for 29 years and we have a son, Justice, and daughter, Hope, who are both in college. Howe High School is synonymous with excellence, and I look forward to helping build upon that legacy. I am eager to lead our students and staff. My desire is to bring energy and excitement to all that we do for the best possible academic, athletic, and citizenship outcomes through clear vision, communication, trust, and strong leadership. Every one of our students- EVERY ONE OF THEM- should know they have great potential, they have value, and belong at home at Howe High School! We will explore every avenue possible for students to develop and grow according to their unique attributes as we prepare them for fulfilling futures through technology, instruction, and opportunity. Thank you so very much for the honor of serving our community! #HPSLions

MS students having fun and learning at the same time with Mrs. Rea. Math fact tic-tac-toe, and target.

A huge shoutout to Jordan, Adam, and Tori at the Choctaw Nation gym for helping our students work out and run obstacle courses today. Our Kindergarten and 1st Grade students had a great time.