Congratulations to the LeFlore Co All Tournament Team selections from Howe: Lady Lions - Raelyn Delt & MaKayla Twyman and MVP Shiloh Fletcher; Lions - Eduardo Sanchez and MVP Brayden Oglesby! Also a big congratulations to the 2021 Billy Blake Hustle Award Winner Zayn Coggins! We are so proud of this amazing group of student athletes! #HPSLions
SEVEN-TIMES-IN-A-ROW! Congratulations to the 2021 LeFlore County HS Basketball Tournament Champions - HOWE LADY LIONS! They defeated Pocola 72-48 in the FINAL at Howe! We are so proud of this team, their Coaches - Head Coach Chris Brown and Asst Mike Womack and our amazing cheer squad and what about the FANS! Woo hoo! Thank you to everyone who attended and those who cheered from home! #HPSLions
Congratulations to the 2021 LeFlore County HS Basketball Tournament Champions - HOWE LIONS! They defeated Panama 72-50 in the FINAL at Howe! We are so proud of this team, their Coaches - Head Coach Greg Nichols and Asst Shawn Womack and our amazing cheer squad and what about the LION NATION! Woo hoo! Thank you to everyone who attended and those who cheered from home! #HPSLions
The 89th Annual LeFlore Co HS BB Tourn individual awards & all-tournament team selections will be announced after the Final of the Girls game at Howe. The game and virtual award ceremony will be streamed at bit.ly/howesports and awards will be passed on to the schools next week.
Good luck Howe! Updated LCT Brackets:
Girls Update
Championship
1) Howe vs 2) Pocola Saturday, Jan 23 at 7 pm at Howe
3rd Place Game
4) Whitesboro vs 3) Heavener Saturday, Jan 23 at 1:30 pm at Heavener
Consolation Winner: Cameron
5th Place Winner: LeFlore
Boys Update
Championship
1) Howe vs 2) Panama Saturday, Jan 23 at 4 pm at Howe
3rd Place Game
4) Spiro vs 3) Whitesboro Saturday, Jan 23 at 3 pm at Heavener
Consolation Winner: Pocola
5th Place Winner: Poteau
Lions are headed to the FINALS of the 89th Annual LeFlore Co HS Basketball Tournament with a 59-46 win over Spiro! Final tomorrow vs Panama at 4 pm at Howe! CONGRATULATIONS!! #HPSLions
Good luck to our Howe Lions in the Semi-Final round of the 89th Annual LeFlore Co HS Basketball Tourn!
The 1) Howe Lions will play 4) Spiro tonight (1/22) at 7 pm at Howe
Congratualtions to our 1) Lady Lions for advancing to the Finals of the Tournament. They will play 2) Pocola on Saturday at 7 pm at Howe.
Watch LIVE at bit.ly/howesports
Updated Brackets are attached! #HPSLions
Good luck to our Howe Lions and Lady Lions in the Semi-Final rounds of the 89th Annual LeFlore Co HS Basketball Tourn!
The 1) Howe Lady Lions will play 4) Whitesboro tonight (1/21) at 7 pm at Howe
The 1) Lions will play 4) Spiro on Friday (1/22) at 7 pm at Howe
Watch LIVE at bit.ly/howesports
Updated Brackets are attached! #HPSLions
Attention Seniors: The Oklahoma State Department of Education will be funding the ACT without writing for Early Spring testing for SENIORS! If you would like to take advantage of this offer, please CALL Mrs. Wright TODAY and let her know. The test will be FREE and Administered at Howe Public Schools!
The book fair goes 'live' THIS Friday! Visit the virtual book fair at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/howeelementaryschool2
Experience the magic of a book fair from ANYWHERE!
*25% of all proceeds go back to the school to purchase new books for the library. #HPSLions
Congratulations to the Howe Lions and Lady Lions! Both teams advanced in the 89th Annual LeFlore Co HS Basketball Tournament and are headed to the Semi-Finals!
Girls: 1) Howe vs 4) Whitesboro Thursday 7 pm at Howe
Boys: 1) Howe vs 5) Spiro Friday 7 pm at Howe
You can watch the LIVE STREAM at bit.ly/howesports
Good Luck! #HPSLions
IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM The LeFlore County HS Basketball Tournament: Due to referees' travel times between games, some game start times could be delayed up to 30 minutes. Delays will be posted each day as they are communicated to the LCT coordinating school (Whitesboro).
Today's (1/19) known game delays and Updated Girls' Bracket:
Location: Heavener at 4:30 pm
Location: Howe at 4:30 pm
#HPSLions
Our #1 seed, Howe Lady Lions will play #8 Wister on Tuesday at 4 pm at Howe! Good Luck Lady Lions! You can watch the LIVE STREAM of all the LCT games located at Howe at bit.ly/howesports #HPSLions
Monday’s HS Girls’ LCT Game Scores:
Girls: Spiro 51 Talihina 30
Girls’ Poteau 56 Cameron 34
Girls’ Wister 41 Panama 34
Girls’ Whitesboro 60 Bokoshe 7
Girls’ LeFlore 56 Arkoma 37
Good Luck to our Howe Lady Lions and Lions in the 89th Annual LeFlore County High School Basketball Tournament. See info below regarding Tournament Guidelines. Brackets are attached.
The LeFlore County Basketball Tournament is one of the longest running high school basketball tournaments in the State of Oklahoma, as it dates back to 1932. Generations of LeFlore County athletes have participated in this traditional tournament that includes all thirteen high schools in LeFlore County. This currently includes schools as small as Class B to those as large as Class 4A, which often makes for interesting match-ups and unlikely rivalries. Each year, the high schools of LeFlore County rotate hosting privileges and responsibilities. The 2021 LeFlore County Tournament is the 89th annual event and is coordinated by Whitesboro Public Schools with assistance from the other 12 High Schools in the County! Here's this week's brackets and game guidelines:
High School County Tournament Guidelines
SITES
✅ Top seed will be the host of the venue or will be responsible for finding a venue. This is regardless of win or loses in the tournament. Live stream required for all hosting venues.
✅ No Hospitality
✅ Disinfecting of the facility including locker rooms, bathrooms, and stands is the host’s responsibility.
PPE
✅ Mask to enter, and move
✅ Temperature checks at the door.
✅ Social Distancing required
✅ Host sites with a stronger or weaker policy on PPE will need to adopt a temporary policy to match the tournaments or lose their ability to host.
ENTRANCE TO THE FACILITY
✅ 100 tickets/slots per team per game for spectators.
✅ In the event that a venue cannot support 200 tickets/slots, each team will receive one-half of the venue’s half capacity.
The 100 tickets/slots are based upon 15 team members, 10 cheerleaders each receiving 4 tickets/slots each. It is up to the local district to distribute the tickets as they see fit. There is the assumption that no player/cheerleader would receive less than two.
✅ Tickets/List does not pay for entry. It only allows entry.
All ticket/slot holders must clear venue after every game and must pay to reenter.
✅ Since the venue will be cleared after each game, the gate for all ticket/slot holders (regardless of age) will be lowered to $3.00.
100 tickets/slots do not include administrators, boards, school official, game officials, score keepers, or others necessary for the executing of the games. A list of these attendees will be required from all schools.
✅ ID will be required at the gate for entry and checked against the supplied Google Sheets lists, and/or Team Roster.
Coach/Player Roster and a master Google Sheet list of administrators, board members, and ticket/slot holders will be created at the beginning of the week. Changes to the list must be made prior to 3:00 pm on game day and distributed to the host districts.
✅ Teams/Coaches/Mangers/Scorekeepers/et.al. must enter as a team to speed up the entry process.
✅ There is no limit on the number of players/cheerleaders who can suit up (within reason). Additional players will not add to the 100 tickets/slots the local district receives.
TOURNAMENT PLAY
✅ Quarantined teams will be a medical forfeit.
Notification of quarantine event will be the responsibility of the affected team.
Player lists will be required.
Each game is a single event.
✅ KTC and or the coordinating school will distribute trophies to site
Individual player awards will be streamed, and trophies distributed to the players school for them to pick up.
CONGRATULATIONS to the 2021 LeFlore Co JH Basketball CHAMPIONS - the HOWE JH LADY LIONS! They defeated Fanshawe 25-22. #HPSLions #GOBIGRED
Good luck to our 1) Howe JH Lady Lions! They will be competing in the FINALS of the LeFlore Co JH Basketball Tourn tonight at 8 pm vs 3) Fanshawe at Howe! Watch LIVE stream at bit.ly/howesports GO JH LADY LIONS! #HPSLions
Our Howe JH Lions were narrowly defeated in last night's JH LCT semi-final game against Poteau. They will play for 3rd place: 4) Howe vs 3) Spiro Saturday, Jan 16 at 12:30 pm at Spiro; our Howe JH Lady Lions in the Semi-Final game tonight: 1) Howe vs 4) Monroe Friday, Jan 15 at 7:30 pm at Howe Watch LIVE at bit.ly/howesports GOOD LUCK HOWE! 🦁#HPSLions
Boys' Bracket Updates as of 01/15/21:
Boys’ Championship Game
1) Poteau vs 2) Panama Saturday, Jan 16 at 6:30 pm at Poteau
3rd Place Game
4) Howe vs 3) Spiro Saturday, Jan 16 at 12:30 pm at Spiro
Consolation Championship
9) Fanshawe vs 7) Wister Saturday Jan 16 at 9:30 am at Wister
5th Place Game
8) Heavener vs 6) Hodgen Saturday Jan 16 at 3:30 pm at Hodgen
Good luck to our Howe JH Lions in this evening’s Semi-final game of the JH LeFlore Co Tourn! The live stream will be broadcasted on Poteau’s Facebook page below! GO HOWE!! #HPSLions https://m.facebook.com/Poteau-7th-8th-Grade-Academic-Center-103120928244700/
Congratulations to our JH Lady Lions and Lions! Both teams will be competing in the Semifinals of the LeFlore Co JH Basketball Tournament!
You can watch the LIVE STREAM of the Howe JH Lady Lions game at http://http://bit.ly/howesports We will post the link for the Boys' game as soon as we are notified. #HPSLions
1) HoweJH Lady Lions vs 4) Monroe Friday, Jan 15 at 7:30 pm at Howe
1) Poteau vs 4) Howe Thursday, Jan 14 at 7:30 pm at Poteau
GOOD LUCK HOWE!
Bracket Updates as of 01/14/21
Girls’ Semi-finals Bracket
2) Pocola vs 3) Fanshawe Friday, Jan 15 at 5:30 pm at Pocola
1) Howe vs 4) Monroe Friday, Jan 15 at 7:30 pm at Howe
Girls’ Consolation Bracket
8) Poteau vs 12) Spiro Friday, Jan 15 at 7:30 pm at Poteau
7) Panama vs 11) Heavener Friday, Jan 15 at 5:30 pm at Panama
Girls’ 5th Place Bracket
9) Shady Point vs 5) Talihina Fri, Jan 15 7:30 pm at Talihina
10) Hodgen vs 6) Whitesboro Fri, Jan 15 at 5:30 pm at Whitesboro
Boys’ Semi-finals Bracket
1) Poteau vs 4) Howe Thursday, Jan 14 at 7:30 pm at Poteau
2) Panama vs 3) Spiro Thursday, Jan 14 at 5:30 pm at Panama
Boys’ Consolation Bracket
9) Fanshawe vs 12) Whitesboro Thursday, Jan 14 at 7:30 pm at Fanshawe
7) Wister vs 11) Talihina Thursday, Jan 14 at 5:30 pm at Wister
Boys’ 5th Place Bracket
8) Heavener vs 5) Pocola Thursday, Jan 14 at 7:30 pm at Pocola
10) LeFlore vs 6) Hodgen Thursday, Jan 14 at 5:30 pm at Hodgen
Schedule update: JV Girls game at 5 pm; Varsity Girls at 6:30 pm Boys at 7:45 pm vs. Wilburton tonight at Howe. #HPSLions
Calling all student artists! It's time to enter the Doodle For Google contest for a shot at winning $$ for scholarships & school tech & having your art displayed on their website! All grades can enter by Feb. 26: https://doodles.google.com/d4g/ h/t @OPSRC #HPSLions
Basketball Fans: 20 seats will be selected at random for the HS Game vs Wilburton on Thursday, January 14, 2021. Please do not enter if you are already listed as one of the guest of a participating player. All entries must be made by Thursday at 12 pm. If your name is selected you will be notified by 1 pm on Thursday. You may enter up to two names. Masks will be required and names drawn in lottery will STILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY ADMISSION. http://bit.ly/howefantickets011421
Good luck to our Howe JH Lady Lions and Lions as they compete in this evening's games! You can watch the LIVE STREAM of all games hosted at Howe at https://bit.ly/howesports
1) Howe JH Lady Lions vs 9) Shady Point Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at Howe
4) Howe JH Lions vs 13) Bokoshe Wed. Jan 13 7:30 pm at Howe
LeFlore Co JH Basketball Tourn Girls' Bracket 01/13/21 UPDATE:
4) Monroe vs 5) Talihina Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at Monroe
2) Pocola vs 10) Hodgen Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at Pocola
3) Fanshawe vs 6) Whitesboro Wed, Jan 13 at 5:30 pm at Fanshawe
16) LeFlore vs 8) Poteau Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at Poteau
13) Cameron vs 12) Spiro Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at Spiro
15) Arkoma vs 7) Panama Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at Panama
14) Wister vs 11) Heavener Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at Heavener
LeFlore Co JH Basketball Tourn Boys' Bracket 01/13/21 UPDATE:
1) Poteau vs 8) Heavener Wed. Jan 13 7:30 pm at Poteau
2) Panama vs 10) LeFlore Wed. Jan 13 7:30 pm at Panama
16) Monroe vs 9) Fanshawe Wed, Jan 13 7:30 pm at Fanshawe
13) Bokoshe vs 12) Whitesboro Wed, Jan 13 7:30 pm at Whitesboro
15) Cameron vs 7) Wister Wed, Jan 13 7:30 pm at Wister
See updated JH LCT brackets and games below as of 01/12/21. Congratulations to our Howe JH Lady Lions and JH Lions! Both teams advanced in the Tournament and will play at Howe on Wednesday:
1) Howe JH Lady Lions vs 9) Shady Point Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at Howe
4) Howe JH Lions Wed. Jan 13 7:30 pm at Howe vs (winner of 5) Pocola vs 12) Whitesboro scheduled for this evening at 5:30 pm at Pocola) Good luck HOWE!
All games are scheduled to be streamed by the hosting school. For games played at Howe visit https://bit.ly/howesports for LIVE STREAM! #HPSLions
Follow updates on https://www.facebook.com/LeFloreCountyBasketballTournament
LeFlore Co JH Basketball Tourn Girls' Bracket 01/12/21 UPDATE:
4) Monroe vs 13) Cameron Tues, Jan 12 5:30 pm at Monroe
1) Howe vs 9) Shady Point Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at Howe
? vs 5) Talihina Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at ?
2) Pocola vs 10) Hodgen Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at Pocola
3) Fanshawe vs 6) Whitesboro Wed, Jan 13 at 5:30 pm at Fanshawe
16) LeFlore vs 8) Poteau Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at Poteau
? vs 12) Spiro Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at ?
15) Arkoma vs 7) Panama Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at Panama
14) Wister vs 11) Heavener Wed, Jan 13 5:30 pm at Heavener
LeFlore Co JH Basketball Tourn Boys' Bracket 01/12/21 UPDATE:
8) Heavener vs 9) Fanshawe Tues, Jan 12 5:30 pm at Heavener
5) Pocola vs 12) Whitesboro Tues, Jan 12 5:30 pm at Pocola
3) Spiro vs 14) Arkoma Tues, Jan 12 7:30 pm at Spiro
6) Hodgen vs 11) Talihina Tues, Jan 12 7:30 pm at Hodgen
1) Poteau vs ? Wed. Jan 13 7:30 pm at Poteau
4) Howe vs ? Wed. Jan 13 7:30 pm at Howe
2) Panama vs 10) LeFlore Wed. Jan 13 7:30 pm at Panama
16) Monroe vs ? Wed, Jan 13 7:30 pm at ?
13) Bokoshe vs ? Wed, Jan 13 7:30 pm at ?
15) Cameron vs 7) Wister Wed, Jan 13 7:30 pm at Wister
The (#1) Howe JH Lady Lions will play tonight at 7:30 pm in the JH LCT! They will play the winner of the 4:30 pm game at Howe: (#16) LeFLore vs (#17) Bokoshe
The (#4) Howe JH Lions will play (#13) Bokoshe tonight at 6 pm at Howe
🦁 You can watch all three games LIVE at https://bit.ly/howesports
Junior High Girls LCT Fill-in Bracket https://5il.co/ogce
Junior High Boys LCT Fill-in Bracket https://5il.co/ogcf
(See previous post for information on Tournament Guidelines and Protocol.) #HPSLions
Schedule Update: JV Girls' Game is officially canceled for tomorrow at Idabel (1/12) . . . so Varsity Girls at 6:30 pm then Varsity boys right after. See previous post for COVID protocols relating to tickets. #HPSLions
Game Schedule Reminder: Jan 12 JV Girls at 5 pm at Idabel and then Varsity girls at 6 pm with Varsity boys immediately following . Please NOTE Idabel COVID Protocol: Unfortunately with the current COVID situation, Idabel is limiting the number of tickets at their HS Games. Idabel Warrior HS Basketball tickets can be purchased at ticketspicket.com. Download the app to your smartphone. Purchase your ticket or tickets and show ticket to the workers at the gate. No tickets will purchased at the Gate! Must be purchased online from the app.
#HPSLions
Schedule Update: ALL GAMES scheduled for this evening (1/8) at Quinton have been CANCELLED. (Both JH and HS) #HPSLions
Congratulations to the newly elected 2020/2021 National Junior Honor Society Officers! #HPSLions
President: Garret S.,
Vice President: Jozlyn J.,
Secretary: Emma M.,
Reporter: Preslee J.
SCHEDULE UPDATE: Friday, Jan 8 basketball games at Quinton will be at 3:30 pm for JH and 6 pm for HS. The Gym will be cleared and sanitized after JH games. Fans must have a ticket for both games to attend both - not both HS games.
Ticket for JH games will be for two games. Girls JH at 3:30 and then Boys immediately after. HS ticket will be for both the girls game and the boys game. Two separate sessions. #HPSLions
Good luck to our Howe Lady Lions and Lions! High School Basketball Vs. Panama @ Howe, Tuesday, Jan 5 · 6:30 pm start time.
Watch the live stream at http://http://bit.ly/howesports #HPSLions
This week’s “Howe Intern of the Week” is Ky Lynn, a junior at Howe High School. It’s always great to see Howe students on campus participating in the Internship program and helping teachers. Ky is starting his second semester in the internship program as a Teacher’s Assistant in Mrs. Jessica Wigginton’s Physical Science classroom. He has been creating assignments in google classroom, assisting students with lessons, grading assignments, copying and stapling assignments, and running errands for Mrs. Wigginton. Thank you for participating in the internship program, Ky. You are doing a great job!
Basketball Fans: 20 seats will be selected at random for the HS Game vs Panama on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Please do not enter if you are already listed as one of the guest of a participating player. All entries must be made by Tuesday, Jan 5 at 12 pm. If your name is selected you will be notified by 1 pm on Tuesday. You may enter up to two names. Masks will be required and names drawn in lottery will STILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY ADMISSION. https://forms.gle/663F87jdtHZ5XgvC7 #HPSLions
Schedule Update: JH Games scheduled for Monday and Tuesday, Jan 4 & 5 have been cancelled. #HPSLions
#4 2A Howe Lady Lions finished 3rd Place at the 2020 Ada Cougar Christmas Classic. They beat 4A Hilldale tonight 55-41. Howe was the smallest class team in the tournament, which included 6A teams Westmoore and Midwest City, 5A Ardmore and 4A Tuttle and Ada. The Lady Lions went 2-1 w/ wins against #4 5A Ardmore and Hilldale. Their only loss was to a great team, #4 4A Tuttle.
(Thanks again to Paul Fletcher for the post/update!) #HPSLions
CONGRATULATIONS Lady Lions!
#4 OK 2A Howe defeated
#4 OK 5A Ardmore 74-57
in the 1st Round of the
2020 Cougar Christmas Classic #HPSLions
(Thx P. Fletcher for the update)
Congratulations to the Howe Lions! They defeated Roland for the 3rd place title in the Choctaw Nation Invitational Tourn at Talihina! #HPSLions
The Howe Lady Lions are scheduled to compete in the Ada Cougar Christmas Classic Dec 28-30. See attached bracket. #HPSLions
Christmas Break - Dec 21 - Jan 1. School
will resume Monday, Jan 4
It is almost Christmas for third grade. Busy making ornaments.
Check out these adorable snowman shirts created by our youngest Lion Cubs in our Early Learning Center! #HPSLions #LionCubs
Schedule Update: Good luck to our Howe Lions, they will be playing Broken Bow in the Semi-Finals of the Choctaw Nation Invitational Tournament today at 5:40 pm at Talihina Unfortunately the Lady Lions have had to withdraw from the Tournament, & will not be playing today #HPSLions
Congratulations Howe Lady Lions! They defeated Hugo 65-62 in round one of the Choctaw Nation Invitational Tourn. They will play tomorrow at 4:20 pm at Talihina! #HPSLions
Lady Lions vs Hugo stream is now up at https://youtu.be/bkMm0Q7ZHEs #HPSLions
Congratulations Howe Lions! They defeated Poteau 63-39 in today's CNIT games! They advance and will play again tomorrow at 5:40 pm at Talihina. Up next . . . the Lady Lions play Hugo. Watch live at https://youtu.be/4PTbvzHroTk or listen at https://mixlr.com/tifs_sports GO HOWE!
Congratulations to Howe FCCLA Member Kenlee Scott! She placed first in Creed Speaking and Interpretation! #HPSLions
Choctaw Nation Invitational Tournament Streaming and LIVE audio:
Video Stream: https://youtu.be/4PTbvzHroTk
Audio Stream (play by play - https://mixlr.com/tifs_sports
Good Luck Howe Lions and Lady Lions
#HPSLions
The Howe Lady Lions and Lions will be competing in the Choctaw Nation Invitational Tournament Dec 17-19, 2020 at Talihina. Lady Lions will play Hugo today at 1:40 pm and the Lions will play Poteau today at 12:20 pm. GOOD LUCK! From Talihina PS: "Search “Talihina Basketball Recording” on YouTube after 10:55 am each day and you can watch the CNIT... many games will also be broadcast on KDOE 102.3 FM." #HPSLions
Schedule update: 12/16 CANCELLED: 5th/6th Basketball vs Cameron #HPSLions
12/15 Schedule UPDATE: CANCELLED: High School Basketball Vs. @ Warner, Tuesday, Dec 15 #HPSLions
The Mane Attraction Concert for Wednesday, December 16 has been canceled.
Mane Attraction Concert is on for tonight at 6:00! Choir should report to The Warehouse at 5:30.
POSTPONED: 12/14/20 9th Grade Basketball Vs. Red Oak @ Howe #HPSLions
Due to inclement weather, and the uncertainty of travel conditions in the morning, Howe Public Schools will go virtual learning for Monday, Dec 14. Students should check their class LMS for instructions from their teacher(s). #HPSLions
Indianola Warrior Classic Update for Friday . . . Good luck Howe Lions and JV Lady Lions!
Congratulations to our Howe JV Lady Lions! They defeated Weleetka 64-43 in the Indianola Warrior Classic.
Raven Woolbright. scored 27 pts
with 9- 3 pointers!! Wow!! #HPSLions
Congratulations to our Howe Lions! They defeated Lakewood Christian 91-30 in the first round of the Indianola Warrior Classic Tournament. #HPSLions
CANCELLATION: Junior High Basketball Vs. Shady Point @ Howe on Dec 14 at 4 pm #HPSLions
Good luck to our Howe Lions and JV Lady Lions in the Indianola Warrior Classic scheduled for Dec 10-12, 2020 Both times play today. See attached brackets for details. Attendance is by invitation only (advanced ticket and mask required.) #HPSLions
Home Game Added to Schedule: JAN 26 - HS Basketball vs Valliant at Howe at 6 pm #HPSLions
Attention High School Students:
1. This Friday (December 11th), is the deadline for applying for the blended or virtual program. Please note that you will be classified as a traditional student for the second semester in the event that you have not applied and been accepted into the blended or virtual program. Current blended and virtual students must reapply to be accepted into the program for the second semester. Also, there will not be an option to be placed on the "distributed learning list" as this list will be strictly for those who are positive for Covid or have been around someone positive for Covid. Please be reminded that each student will remain either a traditional, blended, or virtual student for the entirety of the second semester.
2. If you plan to take the ACT this Saturday (December 12th), please make sure you have your ticket printed. If you need help printing your ticket, please see Mrs. Wright by noon Friday.
#HPSLions
CORRECTION: JH Lady Lions Roster updated https://5il.co/np0i #HPSLions
Tickets are going fast for the Mane Attraction's Choir Concerts Sunday 12/13 and Monday 12/14! Tickets are $5 each and must be reserved by calling or emailing Mrs. Ford at carolannford@howeschools.org. Times are 3 and 5 p.m. on Sunday and 6 p.m. on Monday. Seating is limited to 50 people per performance.
Audience members will have temperature checks upon arrival and must wear masks at all times. Members of the same party will be seated together a minimum of 6 ft. away from other guests. #HPSLions
Just a reminder, tomorrow's home basketball games will be live streamed on our Howe Sports Channel at https://bit.ly/howesports
Here are copies of rosters for HS and JH
HS Lady Lions https://5il.co/nmyg
HS Lions https://5il.co/nn86
Varsity Cheer https://5il.co/nmyh
JH Lady Lions https://5il.co/nn87
JH Lions https://5il.co/nmyj
#HPSLions
Basketball Fans: Twenty seats will be selected at random for the HS Game vs Idabel on Tuesday, December 8th. Please do not enter if you are already listed as one of the two fans allowed per player or cheerleader. All entries must be made by Tuesday, Dec 8 at 12 pm. If your name is selected you will be notified by 1 pm on Tuesday. You may enter up to two names, but limited to one entry per fan. Masks will be required and names drawn in lottery will STILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY ADMISSION. Visit https://bit.ly/howefantickets120820 (This process will continue into the season for all home basketball games 3rd-High School until conditions change.) #HPSLions
JV games are cancelled for Monday Dec. 7th at Talihina #HPSLions
Congratulations to our 5th/6th Lions! They placed 2nd in the Monroe tournament. Great job! #HPSLions
Just a reminder, Santa pictures have been rescheduled for Monday December 7th beginning at 8 am un the Auditorium.
Congratulations to both JH teams! They defeated Wister yesterday in their home games! The JV Lady Lions will play Whitesboro this evening at 5 pm at Howe (No JV Boys). Lady Lions' game vs Whitesboro will start at 6:30 pm. The Lions' game will immediately follow. Tune unto the LIVE STREAM at https://bit.ly/howesports. (Due to COVID-19 protocols admission is by invitation only.) #HPSLions
Attention Students: Spring Driver Ed Class sign up is open until Dec 15th or until the class is full.
Driver Ed classes will start on January 7th. We will have a sign-up sheet in the admin office. (See Peggy Wright).
Limited to the first 15 students that sign up.
You must be 15 years of age by Feb 01.
You must pay before your first day of Driving. Cost is $75
Questions Contact Coach Sockey at ext. 407
Join us for our 3rd/4th grade Red and White Game at https://bit.ly/howesports Kicking off now! #HPSLions
Just a reminder: the 2020-21 basketball schedules are so fluid this year, we have not posted PRINTABLE documents on our website. (The schedule has changed every week so far.) However, all games are posted on our school's google calendar at http://bit.ly/lionscal2021
Howe Basketball Fans: Twenty seats will be selected at random for the HS Game vs Whitesboro on Friday, December 4th. Please do not enter if you are already listed as one of the two fans allowed per player or cheerleader. All entries must be made by Friday, Dec 4 at 12 pm. If your name is selected you will be notified by 1 pm on Friday. You may enter up to two names. Masks will be required and names drawn in lottery will STILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY ADMISSION. Visit https://bit.ly/howefantickets to apply! (This process will continue into the season for all home basketball games 3rd-High School after Friday until conditions change.) #HPSLions
Game Time Change: The JH Lady Lions and Lions vs Wister at Howe has been pushed back to a 5 pm start time for Thursday's home game. #HPSLions
Howe Public Schools has partnered with Hudl Focus to bring you full live streams of all our home games this year. Please subscribe to our Howe Public Schools Sports Channel on YouTube for past videos and upcoming live stream notifications at https://bit.ly/howesports #HPSLions
IMPORTANT SENIOR MESSAGE:
A makeup date for Josten Cap/Gown orders has been rescheduled for Tuesday, December 8 at 1 pm. You are NOT required to order online if you do not want to. #HPSLions
The Howe Homecoming Ceremony scheduled for Dec. 8 has been postponed, and will be scheduled at a later date. #HPSLions
REMINDER: Seniors,
Go to this link, scroll down to the individual products, and click on the cap and gown unit for $42.95. Please order before December 1 to keep from incurring late fees.
https://www.jostens.com/apps/catalog/packageBrowse.mvc?customerId=1047452&customerName=Howe+High+School&catalogOsr=GRAD_PROD_HS_SENIOR_CUSTOMER_CATALOG&categoryOsr=REGALIA
If you need any help, please let me know. Just a reminder, Howe JOM students will receive reimbursement for the above amount at the Dec or Jan school board meeting.
Mrs. Mitchell
Howe Home Game Fan Admittance Protocol Update: The following change will be in effect starting at Thursday's JH game vs Wister. Basketball players and cheerleaders will be allowed to submit 2 names for admittance to their student's game. All fans will be required to wear masks. No concession stand. #HPSLions
District Calendar Update: Thursday, Dec 3 JH Lady Lions and Lions vs Wister at Howe 4:30 pm (closed to players only) #HPSLions
Today's (11/30) Game Schedule: 9th grade vs at Red Oak at 5 pm for 8th/9th girls and 8th/9th boys immediately following. Games are open to fans, and fans are encouraged to wear masks. #HPSLions
Just a reminder, school will be in session this week. Please remember to conduct at home health screenings each morning for your child(ren using the at-home screening form. Please do not send your child to school sick or if they have been in contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or is presumptive positive. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your building Principal. Thank you. #HPSLions
Added Game: 11/30 9th grade game at Red Oak at 5:00 for 8th/9th girls and 8th/9th boys immediately following. #HPSLions
If you’ve been having issues with the Howe Schools app, we’ve resolved the problem. Please delete the app and reinstall, remember to enable push notifications to receive all messages. Thank you!
Game Schedule Update: the December 1 game @ Quinton has been postponed by until Jan. 8 HS 6 pm 7th/8th at 4 pm #HPSLions
Howe Middle School Krispy Kreme donuts are here ready to pick up. We will be here until 3:00. Please don’t forget to pickup at the library.
Howe Intern of the Week: Makaleah Lewis
If you stop by the Heavener Tote-A-Poke #9, you’ll probably see this week’s Howe Intern of the Week, Makaleah Lewis. She is a Senior at Howe Schools and is working as a cashier in the Howe Internship Program. Makaleah works two hours each day of the week. While learning soft skills such as customer service, telephone etiquette, and money management, she has been getting high school credit for participating in the internship. Makaleah can use these skills with any type of career choice she plans to pursue in the future. Good luck in the future, Makaleah! #HPSLions #OutsideTheLions
Even though our students are in Distributed Learning this week, we still want to wish them a HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Normally we would recognize these students on our digital signing within our school buildings! Enjoy your special day and have a great BIRTHDAY! #HPSLions
The on-campus Blood Drive scheduled for Monday, Nov 16 from 9:15 am - 2 pm is still scheduled. There is a severe shortage our area, so we are encouraging the community and our teachers/staff to please consider donating. Please see flyer for additional information. #GiveThanks #GiveBlood #HPSLions
November 13, 2020
Dear Parents,
Due to an increase in COVID cases and an increase in quarantines and absences within our school, Howe Public Schools will transition to distance learning for the week of Nov 16-19 (Monday-Thursday). Just a reminder, Friday, Nov 20 is a scheduled NO SCHOOL DAY (professional development for staff). At this time, school is scheduled to resume after Thanksgiving Break, on Monday Nov 30. Thursday’s P/T Conference scheduled for Nov 19 from 5-8 pm has been postponed. Additionally, all out-of-school activities (including all athletic events) have been postponed.
Next week will differ from the Distance Learning we experienced this past spring. All students will continue to use our learning management systems (LMS) to access their daily assignments, which includes SeeSaw for grades PK-3rd and Google Classroom for grades 4th-12th. All assignments should be completed on time as requested by each individual teacher.
Ongoing communication with teachers is key to provide our students a successful learning experience while in distributed learning. Students should check their email and classroom LMS daily and often. Please communicate any needs that you or your student(s) might have in a timely manner during the regularly scheduled school day times.
Student medications that are held in your school nurse’s office can be picked up at each site by the parent or guardian if needed during this temporary shift to Distributed Learning. Please call the Elementary Office at 918.658.3508 to schedule a time.
The continued safety and well being of students and employees is our top priority. We continue to adhere to guidance from the Oklahoma State Department of Health, State Department of Education, the CDC, and Emergency Management in all decisions made.
Thank you for your understanding and partnership with us as we take the necessary steps to protect our school community. Again, the situation is being closely monitored and we will keep you apprised of any changes.
Sincerely,
Scott L. Parks, Superintendent
Howe Public Schools
(Image by: KC Flynn 2009 CC BY-NC-SA 2.0)
Thank you LeFlore Schools for live-streaming tonight’s LeFlore vs Lady Lady game at 6 pm. Fans can watch at http://lefloresavages.tv (as a reminder the boys’ game has been cancelled) #HPSLions
The HS Lions game vs LeFlore scheduled for tonight (11/12) has been cancelled. The Lady Lions vs LeFlore game is still scheduled for 6 pm #HPSLions
Schedule Update: 5th/6th girls and boys games for tomorrow (11/12) are cancelled due to quarantine at Wister. #HPSLions
Howe Intern of The Week: Matthew Mitchell
#HPSLions #OutsideTheLions #StudentIntern
The Hudl Live Stream will not be available at this evening's JH games due to a YouTube issue. We are working to resolve the problem, and hope to have the new equipment ready to go at the next home games. #HPSLions
"This had to be the greatest basketball game of the entire season . . . "
If you remember this game, please let us know your thoughts! We hope you enjoy this walk down memory lane from the 1989-90 Howe Lady Lion Basketball Season! If you have an article or photos you'd like to share from the Lions' or Lady Lions' past seasons, share with sports@howeschools.org Thank you! #HPSLions
(Submitted by Rachel Brown)
Schedule Update: Today's games (11/10) -
JH Basketball vs Heavener at Howe (NO FANS ADMITTED)
7th/8th Girls at 4:30 pm
7th/8th Boys at 5:15 pm
For information about fan restriction visit: http://howeok.apptegy.us/article/344636?org=howe
#HPSLions
Dear Howe Basketball Fans,
I regret to inform you that due to a significant increase of Covid-19 related quarantines that have a direct relationship to activities, Howe Schools will temporarily restrict access to Home Ballgames through Thanksgiving Break. This is being done in an effort to prevent school closure and support our students in being able to participate in the limited games that will take place over the next eight days. We are planning on streaming the games that are affected by this decision and should have streaming links up this afternoon. We appreciate your support with this tough decision, but the welfare of our students and faculty and our ability to keep school operations going remain our priority.
Feel free to contact me or your school administrator if you have any questions regarding this temporary suspension of fan participation.
Sincerely,
Scott Parks,
Superintendent
Howe Public Schools
A blood drive is scheduled for Monday, Nov 16 from 9:15 am - 2 pm. See the attached flyer for details. #GiveThanks #GiveBlood #HPSLions
Howe Public Schools' Veterans Day Parade is scheduled for Nov 11 at 1:15 pm. See flyer for more information.
#VeteransDay #HPSLions
Schedule change: Schedule change for today. All games will be played at Pocola at 4:30 pm 5/6/7 girls will play at 4:30 at Pocola.. then 7/8 girls will play at 5:15 then at 6:30 5/6 Boys and 7:15 7/8 Boys
Basketball Schedule Location Update:
The 5th/6th and JH basketball Boys'/Girls' games scheduled for TODAY Monday, Nov 9 vs Pocola will be played AT POCOLA. ALL GAMES HAVE BEEN MOVED TO POCOLA. Games start at 4:30 pm. #HPSLions
Save The Date: Thursday, Nov 19 is Parent Teacher Conferences from 5-8 pm
Headstart-12th grade Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, Nov 19 from 5-8 pm by invitation only.
Conferences will be delivered in three formats:
1) Virtual, Blended and Traditional Teachers will schedule in person (on-campus) meetings based on invitation only;
2) Traditional Teachers will schedule phone conferences based on request; AND
3) Teachers will host class-wide WebEx video conference (as needed) to discuss general class information, events, etc.
REMINDER: Friday, Nov 20 NO SCHOOL and Thanksgiving Holiday Break is Nov 23-27
#HPSLions
Attention Parents: All phone lines are down for incoming calls to Howe Public Schools. Please contact us via Facebook Messenger or our classroom social media accounts. We are working on this issue, and hope to have it resolved soon. #HPSLions
Veterans Day Parade is scheduled for Wednesday, Nov 11 at 1:15 pm See attached image image for details. #HPSLions
We would like to give a BIG Howe Lion "¡Feliz cumpleaños!" to our High School Principal Mr. Dennis Shoup! We celebrated his special day with traditional Mexican dishes including: Homemade Salsa and Pazole by our HS Secretary Dora Amezcua; a pastal De tres leches cake by a Fort Smith Mexican Bakery (Thx Miss Peggy for the pick-up); homemade flan by HS student Kaydda Ocampo! Thank you to everyone who helped with today's celebration . . . AND El Celaya Mexican Restaurant for the Sombrero's; Mrs. Crouch's 7th Hr Culinary Class; and a VERY SPECIAL thank you to Howe HS students Jorge Martinez and Naythan Ocampo for the great happy birthday song!
#HappyBirthday #HPSLions #WeAreALLinTHIStogether #TacoBoutAParty
The Lady Lions and Lions vs Wright City games at Wright City this evening will be streamed on Wright City's website. Visit www.wcisd.org (Just a reminder: this is a ticketed entry game ONLY. All fans MUST have a ticket. Only two tickets per Howe player were provided.) #HPSLions
The JV girls game scheduled for 11/6 at Wright City will begin at 4 pm instead if 4:30 pm. Just a reminder, these games are all ticketed. You must have a ticket to enter game. 2 tickets were provided to each player. #HPSLions
Just a reminder: The JH and Varsity (HS) Basketball game scheduled for Thursday, Nov 5 against Cameron at Howe have been RESCHEDULED on Monday, Nov. 16 #HPSLions
Many community-based organizations lack the capacity or resources to meet the needs of the growing population of hungry Americans. Food pantries and other charitable organizations also often run short on food that is age appropriate (e.g., low sodium for seniors), culturally appropriate and/or fresh. Tight economic times have only further
burdened these organizations.
This year the Varsity Cheerleaders will partner with NHS to help close the gap on hunger in this area. We would challenge Howe Schools to collect as many cans as possible November 9th through the 20th. This drive challenges our student body to give back to those in need in our community. All items collected will be donated to local food banks in this area.
THE CLASSES WHO COLLECT THE MOST CANS WILL WIN POPSICLES! THEY NEED A MINIMUM OF 20 CANS TO QUALIFY. WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT CANS THAT ARE NOT DENTED, HAVE LABELS, AND HAVE NOT EXPIRED.
Update on Wright City HS game (11/6 6 pm at Wright City) tickets: Each player will be given two tickets for Friday's ballgames; any unused tickets will be provided to our cheerleaders. Tickets must be presented upon entry to game. This ticketing process is isolated to Wright City's game only. #HPSLions
Howe FFA members competing in the Regional Sporting clays shoot Senior team placing 5th
This week's Intern of the Week - Camryn Vickers: If you want to see a Howe Intern at work, drop by the Affordable After Hours Healthcare Clinic in Heavener and meet Camryn Vickers, Howe Senior. She works one hour each day with Nurse Practitioner, Melinda Scantling. Camryn has her Certified Nurses Aid certification and is working toward her Certified Medical Assistant certification through KTC. These are the first steps Camryn has been taking to reach her goal of becoming a Nurse Practitioner after high school graduation. Good luck, Camryn! #HPSLions
Reminder: Thursday, Nov 5 will be Makeup/Retake Picture Day for any missed pictures as well as pictures for Basketball and Cheer. We will begin at 8 am in the new gym. Students may come over anytime for Retakes (Please note there is a $2 fee for retakes.) Any Virtual or Blended Learning Students that are needing pictures made can also step in anytime. Photographers will plan to be here until 3 pm. #HPSLions
Thank you to all the amazing teachers, staff and students who helped make our High School Red Ribbon Week a success! Thank you for overseeing games, helping set up and tear down games and tables, serving food, playing music, monitoring students, interacting with students, taking pictures, picking up trash, handing out prizes, giving out candy...everything that everyone did was incredible!
Also a BIG thank you to Mr. Marshall for COOKING the delicious food! Thank you Cafeteria for the fixins' and chili! Thank you, Mrs. Horn for overseeing the posters and helping with the daily Dress-up activities and everything else you did! Thank you STUCO for bagging the candy! Thank you Springhill & Mr. Rick Snyder for the water and candy and thank you Sugarloaf Christian Fellowship for candy and volleyball net and balls and corn-hole sets! Thank you to Mrs. Mitchell and Mrs. Wigginton and the Dalton twins for the cornhole sets. Thank you, Mrs. Parks and CLE Live! for the pictures and posting on the media sites. Thank you, Mrs. Crouch for sewing some cornhole bags for us! Thank you, Mr. & Mrs. Nobles for loaning us the Party Bluetooth Sound system! Thank you, Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Brown, Mrs. Denton, and Mrs. Wright for keeping score during the tournament this week and giving your time to help wherever needed! Thank you, Mr. McMahan for running the Game Room! Thank you, Mrs. Donathan, Mrs. Crouch, Mrs. Denton, Mrs. Wigginton, Mrs. Cooper, and Mrs. Mitchell for helping serve food! Thank you Mr. Womack and Mrs. Denton for judging posters for Red Ribbon Week! Thank you, Mrs. Dora for keeping the office running so we could celebrate Red Ribbon Week! Thank you to the students who helped set up and tear down tables and games! Thank you, Mr. Shoup for allowing us to have the Grand Finale! And, thank you to anyone I may have missed! We are an amazing team!!! - Mrs. Angela Duncan, HS Behavioral Counselor
#WeAreAllinTHIStogether #RedRibbonWeek
Rescheduled Games: High School Basketball vs Cameron at Howe on Monday, Nov. 16 at 6 pm #HPSLions
This week's basketball games:
5th/6th are competing in the Shady Point Tournament this week (see attached brackets:
5th/6th Girls will play the winner of Arkoma/Shady Point on Tuesday at 5:20 pm;
5th/6th Boys will play Panama 6th grade on Tuesday at 6:10 pm;
The 9th Grade teams are competing in the Stigler Festival this week (see attached schedule):
The boys and girls both play today: Stigler vs Howe Girls at 5 pm; Stigler vs Howe Boys at 6 pm;
The 3rd/4th Lions/Lady Lions will play at Whitesboro on Wednesday at 9:30 am;
The High School Lady Lions and Lions have their season opener at Wright City on Friday at 6 pm (JV before Varsity at 4:30 pm) Ticket availability will be limited, additional details will be shared later today.
Good luck to all our teams! GO BIG RED! #HPSLions
It’s Friday . . . wait no “it’s Wednesday!” We love these two! Great costumes! #RedRibbonWeek
Congratulations to the HS corn hole winners! A total of 23 teams participated in the week long tournament! Winners - Matthew Mitchell and Ky Lynn; 2nd place Jayce Blake and Abby Huie #RedRibbonWeek
Mrs. Sockey’s Kdg students enjoyed Red Ribbon Week!
Congratulations to the Howe HS thematic dress-up winners for Red Ribbon Week!!
Dustin Thompson
Lainey Lemus
Shelby Jones
JC Gonzalez
Jasmin Bandmann
Erika Weaver
Boo Sanchez
Briar Thomas
#RedRibbonWeek #STUCO #HPSLions
The upper elementary crew! #RedRibbonWeek
Halloween fun at the Warehouse!
Woo hoo! Take a look at our Early Childhood groups and their costumes! You all look awesome and so "YOUnique!"
#HPSLions
All dressed up for Halloween!
Thanks to everyone who participated in our 1st ever "Howe-lloween" Pumpkin Decorating Contest sponsored by the National Honor Society! We had 37 entries, and the students did a really great job showing their creative skills--it was hard for the judges to choose! Students should have received their prizes, and if they would like to pick up their pumpkins, they may come by The Warehouse after school today or any time tomorrow. The winners are listed below:
PreK--2nd Grade
1st: Brooke Carter
2nd: Lydia Shupert
3rd: Brennen Trent
3rd--5th Grade
1st: Baylee Carter
2nd: Bryce Trent
3rd: Saint Davis
4th: Grace Cockburn
6th-8th Grade
1st: Naveah Keller (still have her prize)
2nd: Mariah Smith
3rd: Stella Rorabaugh (still have her prize)
9th-12th Grade
1st: Camryn Vickers
2nd: Kylie Smith
3rd: Mason Turner
Blended/Virtual
1st: Waylon Strider
2nd: Emerald Strider
3rd: Laila Sprabery
#HPSLions
Sending out a BIG LION ROAR to those who participated in the Elem/MS door decorating contest. Each class did a fantastic job! The winner of the door decorating contest is Mrs. Rana’s first grade class! Congratulations! #RedRibbonWeek
Congratulations to the High School Red Ribbon Week Poster contest winners! #RedRibbonWeek #HPSLions
1st Place Ruby Valdez -Brain Poster
2nd Place Lauchlan Duncan - Doom Poster
3rd Place Skyla Page - Bottle Poster
#HPSLions
American FFA Degree recipients last night during the presentation held in National FFA Convention!!!
F
FA members shooting today at Connors State college!!!
Laila supporting Red Ribbon Week on pajama day.
Today's HS Red Ribbon Dress-up theme is “Be Brave & Drug Free” (Favorite T.V. Character Day). Check out our very own Dora and Diego (aka Dora and Rodrigo "Boo") #RedRibbonWeek #HPSLions
The JH and Varsity (HS) Basketball game scheduled for Thursday, Nov 5 against Cameron at Howe has been POSTPONED. #HPSLions
Laila supporting her Howe Lions for Red Ribbon Week!!
Red Ribbon Week Dress-up Day Reminders:
Wednesday
ELEM/MS - “Believe in your Dreams” (Pajama Day)
HIGH SCHOOL - “ Be Brave & Drug Free” (Favorite T.V. Character Day)
Thursday
ELEM/MS - “REaDy to Make Good Choices” (Wear Red)
HIGH SCHOOL: “Zoom Away from Drugs” (Zoom Day….Business on Top & PJ’s on Bottom)
Friday
ELEM/MS: Be YOUnique (Dress up as your favorite character/Wear Halloween Costume)-Must be school appropriate (no blood, weapons, follows school dress code)
HIGH SCHOOL: “Red for Red Ribbon Week” (Wear RED Day)
#RedRibbonWeek
#BeHappy #BeBrave #BeDrugFree
#HPSLions
The Howe Basketball Season is right around the corner! All scheduled games have been added to the school calendar linked on the school website. Any changes in schedule will be promptly shared on social media, the school's website and updated on the school calendar. Please review the following Gym Protocols as we prepare to launch the 2020-21 Basketball Season! https://5il.co/mj4a
Howe Public Schools
Gymnasium COVID-19 Protocols
2020-2021
The following protocols will be observed during the 2020-2021 school year for gym related activities at Howe Public School.
Fan Procedures:
❖ Temperature checks and a brief wellness survey will be conducted prior to entering the building.
❖ Masks are required while entering the building or movement throughout the building
(Going to concession, restroom, exiting etc…)
❖ Social Distancing is recommended, where appropriate.
❖ Be courteous and extend grace to other patrons utilizing the facility.
Staff Procedures:
❖ Masks and gloves will be utilized by concession stand staff. Masks will be worn by gate workers.
❖ Coaches will be responsible for team player safety and adherence to Covid procedures for their team.
❖ Outside air will be run during events and blended with inside heat as necessary.
#HPSLions
The Howe 9th Grade Lions and Lady Lions are scheduled to participate in the Stigler 9th Grade Festival on Nov 2, 3, and 5.
(See attached schedule) #HPSLions
Reminder: Student and Senior photo proofs are due by this Wednesday, Oct 28. All retakes will be done on November 5. #HPSLions
Silly socks from Laila!
Red Ribbon Week: Twinning with Dr. Ford and Lainey!
Today’s Red Ribbon Week Dress-up Themes:
Elem/MS:
“Sock it to Bullying” (Silly Sock Day)
High School:
“Be Educated About Drugs” (Favorite Subject or Favorite Teacher Day)
#RedRibbonWeek #HPSLions
Mum sale today!! @ the greenhouse across from the baseball field going on now!!
Attention Sophomores: The 10th grade class will take the PreACT on Wednesday morning, Oct. 28, but it is important to take note that Mrs. Wright will NOT Be PERMITTED to test any student who does not complete the Pre-ACT Non-Test Portion first. The Non-Test Portion will be given Monday morning (Oct. 26th during 2nd hour). Both the Non-Test Portion and the actual PreACT will be given at The Warehouse and virtual, blended, and distributed learners should physically attend. #HPSLions
Several Howe HS students attended a special virtual tour of SOSU through our Gear Up program. This virtual tour took place this morning and included 9th and 10th grade students. The speaker was Stephen Harris #HPSLions #SOSU @ExploreSE @SE1909 @OK_gearup
High School Red Ribbon Week Activities:
DRESS-UP DAYS:
MONDAY - “ Be Educated About Drugs” (Favorite Subject or Favorite Teacher Day)
TUESDAY - “ Be Happy from Head to Toe” (Crazy Hair & Crazy Sock Day)
WEDNESDAY - “ Be Brave & Drug Free” (Favorite T.V. Character Day)
THURSDAY - “Zoom Away from Drugs” (Zoom Day….Business on Top & PJ’s on Bottom)
FRIDAY - “Red for Red Ribbon Week” (Wear RED Day)
POSTER CONTEST:
Design a poster using this year’s theme: Be Happy, Be Brave, Be Drug Free!
Posters must be turned in to Mrs. Horn by Thursday, Oct. 29th
Three Winners will be chosen & will receive a Pizza Party (TBA)
CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT:
Choose 1 teammate
Choose a team name
Enter your team in the tournament through the email from Mrs. Duncan
1st, 2nd, & 3rd place winners will receive free gifts from the School Store
GRAND FINALE:
Friday, Oct. 30th 11:00am-2:20pm (4th-6th period)
★ Hotdogs provided by Howe Cafeteria & Grilled by Mr. Marshall & the Ag Team
★ Bottled water & candy provided by Springhill Baptist Church
★ Flavors for Bottled Water & candy provided by Sugarloaf Christian Fellowship Church
★ Activities: Volleyball, Kickball, Cornhole, Basketball, Soccer, & Board Games
★ FUN provided by YOU!
#RedRibbonWeek #HPSLions
Don't forget Mum sale today and tomorrow after school at the greenhouse across from baseball fields first come first serve
Congratulations to the 2020/2021 Student Council Members
Seniors
Brayden Oglesby
Camryn Vickers
Janae Graves
Juniors
Kenzie Davis
Delaney Permenter
Lainey Lemus
Cheyenne Wilbourn
Sophomores
Cecilia Velazquez
Mikia Prier
Harley Calhoun
Freshmen
Danika Jump
Rodrigo Sanchez
#HPSLions #LionsROARasONE
National FFA Convention Events at Howe Public Schools! See flyer for details! #HPSLions @National FFA #FFA20 https://convention.ffa.org
Don't miss the Howe Outdoor Learning Center Center Mum Sale! See Flyer for details! #HPSLions
The Howe Public Schools' Intern of the Week is Naythan Ocampo!
You may see a new face at Farmers Insurance in Poteau. Naythan Ocampo, a Howe High School Senior, is participating in the Internship Program. He works as an Office Assistant for one hour each day, Monday through Friday at the MJ Agency, owned and operated by Stacee Midgley and Tonia Johnson of Poteau. Naythan has a desire to pursue a career in the insurance industry. With his internship, he is learning the daily environment of the agency and he will use this knowledge to bet better equipped in making a career choice. #HPSLions #OutsideTheLions #HSIntern
Howe Public Schools will hold a Johnson O'Malley Committee and an Indian Education Committee Meeting on Wednesday, October 28 at 3:15 p.m. in the Technology Bldg at Howe Public Schools. All parents of JOM and Indian Education students are invited to attend. For more information, please contact Tammy Parks at tammygparks@howeschools.org #HPSLions
Mum sale Thursday and Friday!!! See flyer for details!
Elementary and Middle School Red Ribbon Week Activities:
October 26-30
Monday - “Sock it to Bullying” (Silly Sock Day)
Tuesday - “Cheer for Good Character” (Wear your favorite sports/team)
Wednesday - “Believe in your Dreams” (Pajama Day)
Thursday - “REaDy to Make Good Choices” (Wear Red)
Friday - Be YOUnique (Dress up as your favorite character/Wear Halloween Costume)-Must be school appropriate (no blood, weapons, follows school dress code)
Really Excellent Decisions Week: Door Decorating Contest
● Choose any theme that relates to making good/healthy choices (drug free, bully prevention, being a good friend, etc.)
● Doors should be completed by Wednesday, October 28, 2020. Judging will take place on Thursday, October 29th in the morning and the winner will be announced that afternoon.
● Judging will be done by a group of impartial individuals who will evaluate each door on originality, visual appeal, and creativity.
● The class with the winning door will receive DONUTS on Friday, October 30th.
#RedRibbonWeek #HPSLions
This year year we welcomed Mrs. Jennifer Cox to the Howe Public Schools' family. Mrs. Cox serves as the Elementary/Middle School Behavioral Counselor. She has hit the ground running and has implemented several new programs that benefit our students and staff focusing on Social Emotional Learning and Wellness. We will feature student specific programs soon, but we wanted to share her Staff Wellness initiative featuring Wellness Wednesdays. On Wednesday of each week, Mrs. Cox sends out an email to staff with a theme that focuses on wellness, self-care, and community. The themes promote important ways to practice wellness, and hopefully provide some inspiration and motivation for our hard-working staff.
Along with the themed inspirational emails, mindfulness activities are included to allow staff to participate and engage. Staff who choose to respond/participate are entered into a prize drawing at the end of the month. Congratulations to September's winner, 1st Grade teacher Mrs. Kayla Sanford! Thank you Mrs. Cox for your inspiration and encouragement! #HPSLions #LionsROARasONE! #WeAreAllinTHIStogether
High School Cornhole Tourn
High School Students are invited to enter your 2 person team into the Red Ribbon Week Cornhole Tournament!
Entries are due Tuesday, Oct. 20th. Entry Form was sent to all HS students via email. Tournament dates will be announced once the bracket is completed. Good luck to all teams! Join the fun . . . and celebrate this year's Red Ribbon Week Theme "Be Happy! Be Brave! Be Drug Free!"
We would like to give a BIG SHOUT out to our HPS custodial staff for all the things they do to help keep our doors open at Howe Public Schools. You will find our staff disinfecting and sanitizing classrooms, playgrounds, lunchroom, offices, busses, etc. throughout the day EVERYDAY! In addition to the sanitization fogging process, they also deploy portable UV surface and air sanitizers in classrooms and offices on a daily basis. If you see one of our hard working custodians, remember to tell them thank you! Their work is greatly appreciated! (pictured is staff member John Didway fogging the Early Childhood Playground equipment before the start of the school day.) #HPSLions #WeAreAllinThisTogether
Just a reminder: Fall Break starts TOMORROW. No school on Thursday & Friday, October 15-16; and Monday October 19. #HPSLions
The Howe Public Schools' Intern of the Week is Jaxon Dorsey. Jaxon, a Senior at Howe HS, works one hour each day, Monday through Friday. The internship has enabled Jaxon to learn about customer service, food preparation, and soft skills such as how to greet customers. Jaxon is a Manager’s Assistant at Ambition Nutrition which is owned and operated by Mr. Koda Glover, a former professional baseball pitcher for the Washington Nationals. Ambition Nutrition is located at 400 N Broadway, Suite A, in Poteau. Great work Jaxon! #HPSLions
Regional Greenhand contest contestants Lauchlan Duncan and Nicholas Hopkins. Lauchlan placed 3rd in the Greenhand Quiz Contest!
Dear Parent/Guardian:
The single best way to help prevent the spread of the flu, is flu vaccination. As part of a continued collaboration between the Health Department and the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, a school flu vaccination program is available this year which will provide voluntary flu vaccinations at no charge to school staff and students (native and non-native). This program would not be possible without the support of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma.
Our local Health Department/Choctaw Nation Nurses will be at Howe Public Schools on Thursday, October 22, 2020. Linked below you will find a consent form that must be completed and returned before Thursday , Oct 22, in order for your child to receive a flu vaccine. We will be unable to immunize anyone under 18 years old without a completed consent form. Only injectable flu vaccine will be provided (nasal mist will not be available). If students are not cooperative, the vaccine will not be administered. Parents/guardians are welcome to be in attendance.
If you have any questions, please contact the LeFlore County Health Department at 918-647-8601 or Lori Hall, RN at Howe Public Schools at 918-658-3508.
You can access the letter and permission form at: https://5il.co/lzmv
#HPSLions
The Howe Schools Intern of the Week is Ashlyn Mundy.
She is a senior at Howe Schools and is working as an intern for the Cowan Windrix Law Firm in Poteau. Ashlyn works two hours each day - Monday through Friday. Her tasks include filing, answering the phone, and running errands to the courthouse. Ashlyn has a desire to become a lawyer for her future career. This internship has given her the opportunity to see some of the daily tasks encountered within a law firm. Good luck, Ashlyn, on your future endeavors to become a lawyer!
Just a reminder: Fall Break starts next week. No school on Thursday & Friday, October 15-16; and Monday October 19. #HPSLions
Oktaha claimed the Region 5 Championship at Howe with a 4-3 win over our Lady Lions! Great season Howe! We are proud of you! #HPSLions
Let’s GO Lady Lions! 3-1 top of 6th Howe leading Oktaha. Howe will need to beat Oktaha twice to advance! #HPSLions
The fast pitch softball Regional 5 games continue today at Howe. The Lady Lions will play Coalgate at Noon. The winner will face Oktaha. Good luck Lady Lions! Come out and support our girls! #HPSLions
James Leatherwood, Jacob Leatherwood, and Jace Moore competing at Tulsa State Fair!
The Lady Lions defeated Pawnee 7-0 in game 1 of Regional 5 at Howe. They will play again at 6 pm. Good Luck! #HPSLions
This Week's Featured Intern is Janae Graves! Janae is a Senior at Howe and currently interns with two local salons. Janae works at BeautyLicious in Poteau and Cuttin’ Up in Heavener. As a way to learn outside the classroom, Janae is learning new skills and possible career opportunities. This opportunity has given her an insight to what goes on in the hair salon industry. The knowledge she has obtained has led to pursuing a career within cosmetology. Janae plans to attend the KTC-Stigler Cosmetology program in January, 2021. Good luck, Janae on your future endeavors! #HPSLions
Chay LaRosa is Howe School's Intern of the Week. Chay is a Senior at Howe and currently works as an intern at Monroe Schools. He has shown an interest in education and is experiencing many tasks a teacher must perform in the daily routine. Chay previously attended Monroe Schools and the school has been very excited about having Chay as their intern.
REMINDER - Fri, Oct 2 is a Virtual Day. Students will engage in virtual learning from home. The staff will be in Professional Development from 8 am - 12 noon with office hours for student assistance from 1 - 3 pm. You can view the school calendar at https://5il.co/j4vn #HPSLions
The Lady Lions will play at Red Oak TODAY (9/29) at 4:30 pm Event is a PINK OUT! Come and show your support! #HPSLions
The Howe Lady Lions will compete in the Fast-pitch 2A Softball Regional 5 on Thursday Oct 1 - Friday Oct 2 AT HOWE. Howe will play Pawnee on Thursday at NOON. See attached bracket for additional details. Come out and support our Lady Lions! GOOD LUCK HOWE! #HPSLions
CONGRATULATIONS to our Howe Lady Lions! They defeated Afton twice in yesterday's District games hosted at Howe! They are District Champions!
Just a reminder: Wednesday, Sept 30 is school picture day! #HPSLions
Blue and Gold can be picked up after school today!
Leflore County Health Department along with the Choctaw Nation will be offering a Flu Vaccine Clinic on Thursday, Oct. 22nd. Consent forms will be sent home with all students in PK-8th grade. High School students please pick up a form in the office. If you have questions, please contact Nurse Lori. #HPSLions
The Howe Lady Lions’ District schedule: UPDATE. Due to weather games have been postponed Bi-districts Mon @ Howe, Howe vs Afton Game 1 - 3pm, Game 2 - 5pm. Good luck Ladies! #HPSLions
The Howe Lady Lions’ District schedule is set! Good luck Ladies!
Bi-districts Mon, Sept 28 at Howe
Howe vs Afton
Game 1 - 1pm
Game 2 - 3pm
Game 3 if necessary- 5pm
#HPSLions
The Howe Lions will compete in Districts tomorrow 9/24 at Oktaha. Schedule: Howe vs Okay at 3 pm and vs Oktaha at 5 pm GOOD LUCK Howe Lions! #HPSLions
(photos by Holly Cooper Photography See more photos at: http://bit.ly/lionbaseballalbum) #HPSLions
Upcoming Photo Schedule:
September 30 – School Portraits
October 6 – Senior Tux and Drapes
November 5 – Virtual Student School Portrait; Basketball Pictures and Retakes for Softball - Baseball
November 18 – Photos with Santa Clause
SAVE THE DATE: Attention Virtual Students - Heritage Photography will be on campus on November 5th to take school pictures for all of our Virtual Students. The Pictures will begin at 8 am and will go until completed. This is also the day for all make-up photos so please be here as early as possible. Contact brettcasey@howeschools.org if you have any questions. #HPSLions
HS softball schedule:
9-24 at Choteau 4 pm & 5:30 pm
9-28 bi-district at Howe
Time and opponent TBA
9-29 at Red Oak 4:30 pm
Pink out game
#HPSLions
Schedule Update: Today's (9/22) HS Softball games at Choteau have been moved to Thursday at Choteau at 4 pm & 5:30 pm #HPSLions
ACT Parent Letter
To: Parents of High School Juniors
From: Howe High School
This letter is to communicate with the parents of Howe High Schools’ Junior Class for the 2020-21 school year.
Our school district plans to administer the ACT test in spring 2021 to eligible juniors as a part of the state contract with the Oklahoma State Department of Education and ACT.
Last year our juniors did not take the ACT on our campus due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Howe School District believes this is an excellent opportunity for all juniors to take the ACT this year at no cost to them or their parents/guardians.
Additional information on why we chose the ACT can be found by going to the following website: https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/scores/act-vs-sat.html
If you have any questions or concerns, I may be reached at 918-658-3368 (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.). Please send questions/comments by November 9, 2020.
Margo Wright
High School Counselor
Building Test Coordinator
See printable letter at: https://5il.co/l9ub
Howe softball game with Wilburton has been cancelled today. Make up game to be announced.
The Lions play at home today vs Battiest at 4:30 pm Varsity and JV #HPSLions
The Lady Lions will play at wilburton today at 5 pm. Good luck Howe!
JH Softball games today and tomorrow have been cancelled. #HPSLipns
Hello Concurrent Students,
If you are a JOM student and a Concurrent Student, you may be eligible to receive some incentives from your tribe.
If you are a Choctaw Student, please see the attached flyer and apply by October 1st.
If you are of Cherokee descent, please go to scholarships.cherokee.org (application process is from October 1st-December 28th).
If you are of Chickasaw descent, you may go to chickasaw.net/highered to receive financial assistance for things such as books, and fees outside of tuition.
If you have any questions, or would like phone numbers instead of the above information, please contact Mrs. Wright.
Also, at this time there are no known concurrent benefits for the Seminole tribe.
Today's featured value is
being there
You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea:
Be fully present when spending time with friends or family. Turn off your phone, and avoid possible distractions.
Congratulations to our American FFA Degree recipients!!! Rachel Beames, Hattie Lloyd, Hope Lockhart
Our Howe teachers are getting creative with remote teaching for students who are learning from home! Great work Mrs. Donathan! “Webex perks? Today, my remote learners read THE CRUCIBLE from a Salem, Massachusetts cemetery. Don't be too impressed, though. It took several minutes to figure out that I was on mute.😬” #wereallinthistogether #HPSlions #WebEx #OklaEd
Congratulations to our Howe Lions honored at tonight’s Senior Night! #HPSLions
Congratulations JH Lady Lions! They placed 3rd in the LeFlore Co JH Tourn. We are very proud of this team! #HPSLions
The JH Lady Lions are playing the JH LCT today in Panama. The team has battled through the losers bracket and played the following games:
WIN - Wister 1-0
WIN - Panama 5-4
WIN - Heavener 8-1
They are currently playing Poteau. Good luck Howe!
#HPSLions
Congratulations Howe Lady Lions! They advanced in the LCT with a 3-1 win over Poteau. The Lady Lions play in the winner’s bracket finals tonight at 8 pm against Whitesboro/Pocola winner at Poteau. #HPSLions
The Howe Lions' Baseball Seniors will be recognized after the 2nd game of this evening's double header against Buffalo Valley. The games will start at 3:30 pm and 5: 30 pm at Howe. #HPSLions
The JH LeFlore County Tournament is at Panama today. Our Howe JH Lady Lions play at 1 pm. GOOD LUCK! #HPSLions
LeFlore County Tournament Update:
Howe 3
Leflore 1
CONGRATULATIONS LADY LIONS!
Howe vs Poteau tomorrow at Poteau HS at 4 pm #HPSLions
From Choctaw Nation HS Student Services: Happy Scholarship Thursday! 🎉
Today we have the "No Essay" Scholarship from Niche! It is for $2,000 that can be used to cover tuition, housing, books, or any education-related expenses. It is open to all high school and college students, as well as anyone looking to attend college or graduate school in the next year. All you have to do is create a free account and apply!
The deadline to apply is September 30, 2020!
For full details and to apply, please visit: https://www.niche.com/colleges/scholarship/no-essay-scholarship/?utm_source=Scholarshipscom&utm_medium=Referral&utm_campaign=SCHnes
The JH LeFlore Co Softball Tourn has been postponed until Tuesday. Times TBA. #HPSLions
The Howe HS Softball games at Silo have been cancelled for today(9/11) and tomorrow (9/12). #HPSLions
Postponed game: The HS BASEBALL vs BUFFALO VALLEY double header at Howe has been postponed to Tuesday, Sept 15 at 3 pm and 5 pm. The Lions will also play Monday at home at 4 pm and 6 pm vs. Haworth; Tuesday at home vs Buffalo Valley at 3 pm and 5 pm; Thursday at home at 4 pm vs Wister, and Friday at Haileyville. #HPSLions
Just a reminder: Headstart-12th grade (traditional enrollees) Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, Sept 10 from 5-8 pm by invitation only.
Conferences will be delivered in three formats:
1) Teachers will schedule in person (on-campus) meetings based on invitation only;
2) Teachers will schedule phone conferences based on request; AND
3) Teachers will host class-wide WebEx video conference (as needed) to discuss general class information, events, etc.
#HPSLions
Beginning this weekend, the National ACT test dates will require that testers bring a mask or some type of facial covering. Students please be advised that this is not optional and that you should bring a mask along with your ID and test ticket. #HPSLions
A message from the Choctaw Nation:
The 2020 Census ends on September 30!
Southeastern Oklahoma currently has only a 44% self-response rate, meaning we are on track to lose tens of millions of dollars over the next ten years. Why is this important? Chief Gary Batton shares his thoughts with you in a brief video available at choctawnation.com/2020Census.
Yakoke!
The 2020 LeFlore County Fastpitch Softball Tourn is scheduled for Sept 14-15, and 17. See attached bracket for game times/locations. The Lady Lions will play the winner of LeFlore/Cameron in Monday, Sept 14 at 6 pm at the PARC Field #4. #HPSLions
The JH Softball LeFlore Co Tournament has been rained out today. Our Howe JH Lady Lions will play Wister tomorrow at the PARC at 2 pm. Good Luck Howe! #HPSLions
Softball Update: The HS Softball games scheduled for today in the Silo Festival have been rained out. Friday and Saturday games are still scheduled. #HPSLions
Lady Lions Softball Senior Night Pictures
Today's featured value is
health
You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea:
When you're feeling stressed or overwhelmed, move your body and notice your attitude change.
Game Time Update: 9/11/20 HS BASEBALL vs BUFFALO VALLEY double header at Howe moved up to 1 pm #HPSLions
Just a reminder, to view all upcoming sporting events, events, etc., visit the school calendar at http://bit.ly/lionscal2021. FYI: The Howe Lions DO NOT have a Baseball Tournament this weekend. #HPSLions
The Howe Lady Lions will be playing in the Silo Softball Festival on Sept 10th-12th. See attached photos for scheduled game times and field locations. Good luck! #HPSLions
Headstart-12th grade (traditional enrollees) Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, Sept 10 from 5-8 pm by invitation only.
Conferences will be delivered in three formats:
1) Teachers will schedule in person (on-campus) meetings based on invitation only;
2) Teachers will schedule phone conferences based on request; AND
3) Teachers will host class-wide WebEx video conference (as needed) to discuss general class information, events, etc.
#HPSLions
Try to get at least 8 hours of sleep each night.
FFA 4H Booster Club Meeting Thursday Sept 10 6:30 very important planning meeting!!!!!
JH Baseball Schedule Update/NEW: JH Baseball vs Red Oak at Howe on Thursday, Sept 10 at 1:30 pm at Howe #HPSLions
Just a reminder, Baseball and Softball will be taking photos for Yearbook tomorrow (9/9). JH will start photos during 5th hour, and HS will immediately follow around 1 pm. Order forms will be send home with students today. #HPSLions
JH Baseball Schedule Update: 9/8 Cancelled: JH Baseball vs. @Leflore
Baseball schedule update: 9/8 CANCELLED: HS BASEBALL vs LEFLORE @LEFLORE #HPSLions
Howe vs Colcord today at Howe@4.
Senior celebration immediately following game! #HPSLions
Today's featured value is:
HEALTH
You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea:
Eat fresh fruit and veggies that are local and in season.
#HPSLions
Tushka Tourn Update:
Howe 2
Kingston 0
Maddy Nobles no hitter
6 strike outs
The Lady Lions will play Calera at 6:30 pm
Congratulations and good luck Howe!
#HPSLions
Today's featured value is
creativity
You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea:
Problem-solving is a great opportunity to use your creativity—practice thinking outside of the box! #HPSLions
Congratulations Clara!!
From KTC: “Last week several Criminal Justice Cadets were promoted to class leadership positions.
Help us congratulate the following student:
- Clara Bland from Howe Public Schools promoted to Corporal
Some of the duties are to assist the instructor with maintaining order, running formations, and supervising details.”
#HPSLions
Congratulations to the 2020-2021 FFA Officer team!
The Howe Lady Lions will be playing in the Tushka Fall Festival on Friday and Saturday, Sept 4-5. See attached schedule for game times. Good luck Lady Lions! #HPSLions
Baseball Schedule Update:
HS BASEBALL vs RED OAK at Red Oak (2-Varsity Games)
Friday, Sept 4 at 1 pm
#HPSLions
There will be a FCCLA meeting Tuesday the 8th during lunch. The meeting will be in Mrs.Crouch's room; food will be provided. If you are interested in joining FCCLA please come to the meeting! #HPSLions
JH Softball vs Pocola for 9/3 has been cancelled;
HS Softball Tourn at Tushka has been cancelled for Thursday (9/3), and moved to Fri/Sat. An updated bracket will be shared soon!
#HPSLions
NOW is the time for all 8th, 9th, & 10th graders to apply for Oklahoma's Promise. If anyone has any questions they can go to Mrs. Wright's office for more information and she has paper applications if anyone prefers those over the online application.
Thanks!
The 1st National Honor Society meeting will be this Thursday, September 3rd at 7:30 a.m. at The Warehouse! Donuts will be provided! We will do the routine check-in procedures and maintain social distancing for the meeting. If you need a ride back to the school, you can take the bus after the choir gets dropped off. I will let your 1st hour teachers know you will be a little late on Thursday! See you then!
Upcoming Calendar Events:
Sept 1
JH Softball vs. Heavener @ Howe at 4 pm
HS BASEBALL vs OKTAHA double header @ Howe 4:30 pm
HS Softball vs. Heavener @ Howe at 5 pm
Sept 3
HS Softball Tushka Tourn. (Sept 3-5)
HS BASEBALL vs RED OAK @ Howe at 1 pm
JH Softball vs. Pocola @ Howe at 4 pm
Sept 4
Distributed Learning Day/PD (NO SCHOOL)
Sept 5
HS BASEBALL vs BUFFALO VALLEY at Howe double header 4:30
Sept 7
Labor Day Holiday - No School
Sept 10
Parent/Teacher Conference 5-8 pm (Additional details will be shared soon)
Sept 11
Professional Day/No School
#HPSLions
Just a reminder: CANCELLED: HS BASEBALL vs SMITHVILLE Varsity & JV at Howe
REMINDER - Updated School Calendar: Please note modifications to the school calendar: Sept 4 & Oct 2 have been added as Virtual Days. Students will engage in virtual learning from home. The staff will be in Professional Development from 8 am - 12 noon with office hours for student assistance from 1 - 3 pm. You can view the UPDATED calendar at https://5il.co/j4vn #HPSLions
Verizon Hot Spot Update: Parents, we are in the process of setting up Mobile Device Management, updating firmware, etc for our hotspots. We will notify you when you can pick-up the device. Thank you for your patience! #HPSLions
Congratulations to this year's Varsity Cheerleaders!
Congratulations to our Howe JH Lions! They placed 3rd in the Leflore Tournament today with a 6-4 win over LeFlore! We are so proud of you! #HPSLions
Updated Panama JH Softball Tourn Bracket. #HPSLions
The JH Lions will be competing in the LeFlore JH Baseball Tourn starting today. They will play Battiest today at 4:30 pm at LeFlore. See attached bracket. #HPSLions
The JH Softball Tourn at Panama has been cancelled today and will be rescheduled for Saturday! An updated bracket will be shared soon! #HPSLions
Hotspots have arrived! We are in the process of activation/verifying eligibility. If you applied for a hotspot, but have not completed a FREE/REDUCED Lunch Application, please pick-up an application at the HS or ELEM office, complete & return ASAP. We hope to start the dissemination process of hotspots as early as Friday, Aug 28.
If you have not completed a request . . .
Attention Howe Students With No Internet or Poor Internet Connectivity: If you are interested in applying for a hot spot for your home, we are requesting the following information from you to begin the hotspot application process. Please complete the online application form at https://bit.ly/lionhotspot at your earliest convenience. In addition, a Free/Reduced Lunch Application MUST be completed to determine low-income eligibility. The form can be printed from https://5il.co/jeqr or you can pick-up a copy at the Elem or HS office OR from Mrs. Ford at The Warehouse. Please return the completed and signed lunch application to the Elem or HS office or scan and email the completed and signed form to christiebennettt@howeschools.org at your earliest convenience. If you have any questions, please submit via the hot spot application form linked above. #HPSLions #ConnectingLions
JH Baseball game today vs. Red Oak has been cancelled. #HPSLions
This week, 1st -11th grade students will be taking the Fall Map Growth Assessment. See schedule on digital signage or ask your teacher. #HPSLions
Howe Johnson O'Malley (JOM) School Supply Wal-mart cards ($30) & 2019-20 Academic Incentive Cards and Choctaw STAR Fall 2019 Cards will be available for pick-up by parent starting Monday, Aug 24 at the Elem and HS offices. HS students may sign for their cards at HS office. We apologize again for the delay! Please email tammygparks@howeschools.org if you have any questions! #HPSLions
1st - 12th grade Laptop Loan Program take home will start on Friday, Aug 21. There is is no FEE or NO paper form, but a request and agreement must be acknowledged in the following online form PRIOR to the laptop being sent home: https://bit.ly/laptoptakehomeprogram Just a reminder, the laptop must be fully charged each night and brought back to school each day in the laptop bag. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Mrs. Parks at tammygparks@howeschools.org. Thank you!
Attention Students: Drivers Ed sign up begins today and ends at NOON on Monday, Aug 24. Read the form before signing up at the office.
If you have any questions, contact Coach Sockey. #HPSLions
ATTENTION PARENTS: The safety of your child and our staff is of utmost importance as we return to school. During the school year, we are asking you to daily check your child for signs of COVID-19. Below is a checklist of statements you may use as a reference. If your child exhibits any of the following signs, indicating by answering yes to the questions below, please keep them at home. This checklist must be used separately for each child attending school from your household. You can print a checklist/log from our website at https://5il.co/jukd
_____ 1. Does your child have a temperature of 100 degrees or more today?
_____ 2. Does your child have a sore throat?
_____ 3. Does your child have a non-productive cough?
_____ 4. Does your child have a loss of smell or taste?
_____ 5. Does your child have shortness of breath?
_____ 6. Does your child have close contact with a positive COVID case?
By sending your child(ren) to school, you agree the answer to each of the statements above is “No.”
Thank you,
Howe Administration
Scott Parks, Supt; Dennis Shoup, HS Principal, Jeremy Dyer Elem Principal
At-Home Screening Form Daily Log for Students: https://5il.co/jukd
Baseball Update: Congratulations Lions! They won 12-3 and 2-0 tonight in 2 varsity games at Cameron. #HPSLions
Reminder: Howe 4H meeting tonight in the ag room 6:30 be sure to keep safety in mind if you attend
Score update from Howe Lady Lions:
Howe 11
Hulbert 1. Game 1
Howe 17
Hulbert 0. Game 2
Congratulations Howe!
#HPSLions
Congratulations! Our Lady Lions are the Whitesboro Fastpitch Tourn Champions! Great job Howe! #HPSLions
Update Chromebook pick-up times for Blended and Virtual Students: Blended students in grades 9-12 and ALL Virtual students will need to pick up their ChromeBooks from The Warehouse between NOON-4 on Monday, August 17. Blended students in Grades 5-8 will pick up their ChromeBooks from Mrs. Brown in the Tech Building on Monday, August 17 between Noon and 3:15 pm. #HPSLions
Congratulations to our Lady Lions! They defeated Panama 8-7 and will play in the Finals of the Whitesboro Tourn around 8:30 pm GOOD LUCK HOWE! #HPSlions
Howe Lady Lions defeated Idabel yesterday 6 to 2. They will play Panama today at 2:30 pm in the winners bracket finals. GOOD LUCK HOWE! #HPSLions
Our Howe Lions play today at 1 pm at Howe in the CASC Tourn! EVERYONE show up and cheer our boys on for a WIN! Good Luck Lions! #HPSLions
How appropriate to start day 1 of school in Agriculture Education Wildlife Science and Management with a female ruby throated hummingbird paying us a visit in the classroom!
JH Baseball will play at Red Oak on Monday, Aug 17 at 3 pm. HS Baseball game will immediately follow. #HPSLions
Attention Parents of Traditionally Enrolled 1st - 12th Grade Students: If you would like for your students to have laptop take home privileges this school year, please complete the Chromebook Loan Request Program at your earliest convenience. https://bit.ly/laptoptakehomeprogram Thank you!
The Howe HS Baseball game scheduled for today has been cancelled. The Lions will play at home tomorrow at 3 pm vs McCurtain in the CASC Tourn. The winner will play Wister at 6 pm Good Luck Lions! #HPSLion
The Howe Lady Lions will now play at 7:45 pm in the Whitesboro Tourn. (2nd delay adjustment) #HPSLions
HS Softball Schedule Update: (08/13) Whitesboro tournament has been pushed back 2 hrs
The Lady Lions now play at 5:45 pm We will post updates as we receive them! Good luck Howe! #HPSLions
High School: HS students need to be prepared to quickly grab their schedules at one of the designated for picnic tables in between the high school buildings. #HPSLions
Blended students in grades 9-12 and ALL Virtual students will need to pick up their ChromeBooks from The Warehouse between 8-4 on Monday, August 17.
Blended students in Grades 5-8 will pick up their ChromeBooks from Mrs. Brown in the Tech Building on Monday, August 17. #HPSLions
Our Howe Kdg-12th Language Arts, Reading, & Math teachers are attending a virtual training on Exact this morning. We are so thankful that we are being provided this tool for FREE thanks to the Oklahoma State Department of Education! As mentioned by the OSDE, "The online tool from Edmentum combines adaptive diagnostics with individualized instruction and learning paths for kindergarten through 12th-grade students. Once Exact Path determines a student’s level of knowledge, a personalized pathway is created to ensure the student reaches academic growth goals in English language arts, math and reading." Exact Path will help our teachers address learning gaps for ALL Howe student on an individual basis! #HPSLions #ConnectingLions
Attention Howe Students With No Internet or Poor Internet Connectivity: If you are interested in applying for a hot spot for your home, we are requesting the following information from you to begin the hotspot application process. Please complete the online application form at https://bit.ly/lionhotspot at your earliest convenience. In addition, a Free/Reduced Lunch Application MUST be completed to determine low-income eligibility. The form can be printed from https://5il.co/jeqr or you can pick-up a copy at the Elem or HS office OR from Mrs. Ford at The Warehouse. Please return the completed and signed lunch application to the Elem or HS office or scan and email the completed and signed form to christiebennettt@howeschools.org at your earliest convenience. If you have any questions, please submit via the hot spot application form linked above. #HPSLions #ConnectingLions
Attn JOM Parents: Just a reminder that Education School Supply Cards are still on delay from Wal-Mart Corporate Gift Cards. If this delay causes a hardship to your family, please contact Mrs. Parks at tammygparks@howeschools.org. We have a supply closet for families to assist you in meeting your child(ren)'s needs if this delay causes a financial hardship. Please let us know. We are hoping to hear something soon on the gift card request. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Attention Howe High School KTC and Concurrent Enrollment Students: Just a reminder that KTC & some CASC classes start Wed., Aug 12. All students must attend their classes starting tomorrow. The concurrent lab in the HS will be open tomorrow IF you want to attend on campus. Please check your school email for join instructions. Concurrent students may pick-up their laptop in the HS lab before class, & leave-in cart before you exit the bldg. The KTC AM bus will depart campus at 8 AM; the PM bus will depart at 12:15 pm If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Wright at margowright@howeschools.org #HPSLions
Note: Mane Attraction auditions are for potential new members only! If you are already a member, you do NOT have to re-audition!
Congratulations to the Howe Lions! They also won their season opener against LeFlore at Howe 12-0! Great way to start your season! #HPSLions
Congratulations Lady Lions! They won their season opener against Central Sallisaw yesterday at Howe: 10-0 & 18-0! Great games Howe! #HPSLions
Auditions for Mane Attraction will be Tuesday, August 11 during Open House. Interested students should ring the doorbell at The Warehouse and practice social distancing until allowed entrance.
Meet Our New Staff . . . Please help us WELCOME Mr. Brett Casey, HS Vocational Business Teacher!
Hello. My name is Brett Casey, and I am beginning my 1st year in education... for the past 30 years I have worked in the corporate business world, and I am looking forward to sharing what I have learned with the students of my high school business classes.
I married into a long line of HHS alumni. My wife Jennifer currently teaches at Howe and my mother in law also taught there for 41 years. Jennifer and I have four kids between us, one of which Jentry Brown, graduated from Howe in 2016. In my spare time time I like to golf, fish and wakeboard.
I am very much looking forward to the challenges ahead, and I would like to thank Howe Public Schools for giving me the opportunity to do something I have always wanted to do! #HPSLions #LionStrong
One of the many precautionary measures we are putting in place this school year to ensure the safety of our students and staff is the installation of plexiglass dividers and sneeze guards. Due to high cost and low availability of similar product, the maintenance and custodial staff have been hard at work fabricating dividers to place in various high-risk areas including the cafeteria and classrooms where directional seating is not an option. The staff created these items utilizing 4 X 8 sheets of raw stock plexiglass purchased at Ron’s Discount Lumber. The staff worked on a cost effective design using a table saw, hand sanding and sealants.
We would like to give a BIG LION ROAR to several of our maintenance and custodial staff for a job well done! Big thank you to David Wright, Sean Covey, Natasha Hale, and Samantha Bebe for all your hard work in creating these and placing them throughout our campus. #HPSLions #LionStrong #WeAreAllInThisTogether #OklaEd
Meet Our New Staff . . . Please help us WELCOME Mrs. Debbie Johnston, 5th Grade Teacher!
Hello! I am Debbie Johnston, and I am about to begin my 31st year in education! I have experiences in both Oklahoma and Arkansas and have worked as a classroom teacher, elementary specialist, as well as an elementary asst. principal and principal. I am excited to be joining Howe Public Schools as a 5th grade teacher!
I am married, have two grown sons, three granddaughters,and a diva dog named Zoey. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, working in my garden, completing DIY projects, learning new things, and ZUMBA!! #HPSLions #LionStrong
Meet Our New Staff . . .
Please help us WELCOME Mrs. Jennifer Cox, Elem Behavioral Counselor
I have been in the mental health field for the last thirteen years. I started out as a Case Manager for a Mental Health Outpatient Center and then went back to school to obtain my Masters in Human Relations with the Licensed Professional Counselor emphasis. After receiving my degree and counseling license I became a Clinical Director/LPC at a Mental Health Outpatient Center. My husband, Bobby and I are both Howe graduates and have been married for seventeen years. We have three children; Aniston, Kinsler, and Magnolia. I enjoy reading, baking, Starbucks, and going to the beach. I am excited to join Howe Schools this year serving as the Elementary Behavioral Counselor. #HPSLions #LionStrong
Attention JOM Students: (Cherokee Nation students only)The Respond, Recover and Rebuild initiative was developed to combat the pandemic affecting Cherokee citizens around the world. Cherokee Nation provides these educational assistance funds for COVID-19 impacted families and students. All resources are to be used to provide technology or clothing resources for Cherokee Nation students. Please review the eligibility requirements listed below BEFORE proceeding to the next step.
Visit https://bit.ly/howejomcherokeenation for more information.
Application Deadline: August 7, 2020 before 11:59pm CST
Eligibility Requirements
Each child may only be reported by one applicant and must be the custodial parent or guardian of the child.
Educational Assistance Program
Citizenship: Must be Cherokee citizens on or before July 13, 2020
Residency: NO residency requirement
Age: Children between ages of five (5) and eighteen (18) years of age on or between the dates of July 1, 2020 and December 30, 2020.
Enrollment: Concurrent enrollment scholarship student applicants will be automatically enrolled for the $750 Educational Technology program, and no additional processing is necessary. If a concurrent enrollment student has not applied for the Concurrent Enrollment scholarship, the he/she should apply using this application.
School Clothes Program
Citizenship: Must be Cherokee citizens on or before July 13, 2020
Residency: Must live within the Cherokee Nation jurisdiction.
Age: Children between ages of five (5) and eighteen (18) years of age on or between the dates of July 1, 2020 and December 30, 2020.
Existing Applications: Any students previously submitted for the School Clothing Voucher Program will be processed and paid from the existing program. Students that have previously submitted will be processed under the income guidelines established by Cherokee Nation Human Services.
If you have any questions regarding eligibility or submission please call 918-453-5088 to be directed to Cherokee Nation staff assisting with questions. You may also contact staff at education@cherokee.org.
Applications will be reviewed after August 7, 2020. Payment processing will be completed after all information is verified in the application. Payments may be made electronically, and valid email addresses will expedite processing.
Any inconsistent or missing data may delay processing, and further action by Cherokee Nation staff may take additional time before processing and payment is complete.
Attention Howe JOM Students:
Halito,
The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma is currently assisting tribal members with COVID-19 Coronavirus relief funds. COVID-19 funds available to help school aged students include COVID-19 Technology Allowance ($400.00) and the COVID-19 Student Assistance Program ($300.00). Choctaw families who have negatively been impacted by the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency may benefit from these programs. Both programs are a one-time occurrence and will end on September 30th, 2020.
The COVID-19 Technology Program is being offered to equip Choctaw children ages 5 to 18 with technology tools, such as laptops and internet access, that will better enable distance learning necessitated by COVID-19. Eligible applicants would receive a one-time $400.00 allowance per eligible Choctaw dependent. The $400.00 VISA® prepaid card can be used at most electronic stores and telecommunication providers across the nation.
The COVID-19 Student Assistance Program is designed to assist Choctaw children ages 3 – 18 with school clothing, school supplies, and masks. The $300.00 VISA® prepaid card can be used at most clothing outlets across the nation. Additionally, the card can be used at music stores, bookstores, office and school supply stores, elementary and secondary schools, childcare providers, and social service organizations.
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma COVID-19 Coronavirus Relief Fund programs will be offered based on available funding; applications are now open. For program information and qualification requirements, please visit www.choctawnation.com/covidrelief.
Yakoke,
James Parrish
Executive Education Director
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
jparrish@choctawnation.com | (580)924-8280 Ext. 2250
Attention Howe JOM Students: This is for Muscogee (CREEK) Nation students ONLY. Here is a link to the FAQ: https://5il.co/j80l
Deadline to submit is December 1, 2020.
Virtual Learning Support Program
This program is to provide a one-time educational support payment of $850.00 to individual Muscogee (Creek) Nation (MCN) students whose learning opportunities have been negatively impacted as a result of the Coronavirus Pandemic.
Eligibility: MCN citizen, and must be an enrolled student (PreK-12, Vocational-Technical, Post-Secondary, or Graduate school) for the Fall 2020 school term. Must be able to verify school enrollment. Students under the age of 18 must have a parent/guardian to complete the application for them to receive the funding.
**In order to ensure this application is submitted successfully, please utilize a desktop or laptop computer to fill out the application for it to be considered.**
https://eforms.mcn-nsn.gov/lincdoc/doc/run/muscogeeh/ET_VirtualLearningApp
For further information please reach out to Regina Keith at reginat@mcn-nsn.gov
Updated School Calendar: Please note modifications to the school calendar: Sept 4 & Oct 2 have been added as Virtual Days. Students will engage in virtual learning from home. The staff will be in Professional Development from 8 am - 12 noon with office hours for student assistance from 1 - 3 pm. You can view the UPDATED calendar at https://5il.co/j4vn #HPSLions
The 2019-20 Yearbooks have arrived. Mrs. Mitchell has scheduled a grab and go pickup for Thursday, Aug 6 from 3:30-5:30 pm in front of the HS bldg. If you ordered a yearbook, you may pick-up your order at this time. Enter the campus using Entrance C. If you have any questions, please contact cindymitchell@howeschools.org. #HPSLions
REMINDER: Next Tuesday, Aug 11 (5-8 pm) is our Back To School Night for ANY NEW students in grades PK-12th and transitional grade-level classes (PK, Kdg, 2nd, & 6th). We are asking our parents to wear masks when in the bldgs, and limit students' family attending the event to parents/guardians only if possible. Temperature checks will be done at all entries. If you have any questions/concerns, please do not hesitate to contact our Elem or HS offices! Mr. Dyer, Elem Principal at 918.658.3508 or Mr. Shoup, HS Principal at 918.658.3368 or visit our website at www.howeschools.org Thank you! #HPSLions
Attn: Howe JOM students! We hope to have a date for the $30 Educational Supply Card (and academic incentive FY20) pick-up soon! Local Wal-Mart stores no longer allow large bulk purchasing of gift cards, so we are in the process of acquiring the cards through Wal-Mart Corporate Gift Card sales. NEW students will be required to submit a copy of their CDIB card (and birth certificate if card is in their parents name) to the HS or ELEM office for JOM Verification. Our office hours are Monday-Friday 8 am - 3 pm. If you have questions or would like to submit your documents digitally, please contact Mrs. Tammy Parks at tammygparks@howeschools.org. Thank you!
Attention New Students and Parents: Just a reminder, you are invited to attend our open house night on campus scheduled for Tuesday, Aug 11 from 5 - 8 pm.
Please bring the following documents for enrollment: 1) birth certificate 2) shot records 3) SS card 4) CDIB card If you have Qs, please contact the Elem or HS! Mr. Dyer, Elem Principal at 918.658.3508 or Mr. Shoup, HS Principal at 918.658.3368 Thank you! We look forward to meeting you! #HPSLions
We are excited to announce that Howe Public Schools was awarded 100 hotspots "to help ensure all students have connectivity to access online learning!" "State Superintendent of Public Instruction Joy Hofmeister today announced that 175 Oklahoma school districts have been awarded mobile internet access and devices through 50,000 Verizon Unlimited 4GE data plans and Jetpacks, following a competitive grant process." READ MORE: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/OKSDE/bulletins/2983b32 #HPSLions
Monday, Aug 3 is the last date for Grab and Go Meals. To help our food service staff prepare for accurate meal distribution, please COMPLETE THE MEAL REQUEST SURVEY at https://bit.ly/howemeals.
Reminder! Attention Parents: Online enrollment is now available for ALL students (both new and returning). Please complete online enrollment by Friday, July 24. High School https://bit.ly/howehsenroll2021
and Elem https://bit.ly/howeelemenroll2021. The school calendar is linked at https://bit.ly/lionscalendar2021. The online enrollment forms have a message from the Principal and additional information pertaining to the 2020-21 school year. #HPSLions
Just a reminder . . . to help our food service staff prepare for accurate meal distribution each week, please COMPLETE THE MEAL REQUEST SURVEY EACH WEEK- bit.ly/howemeals.
Just a reminder . . . to help our food service staff prepare for accurate meal distribution each week, please COMPLETE THE MEAL REQUEST SURVEY EACH WEEK- bit.ly/howemeals.
Attention Parents: Online enrollment is now available for ALL students (both new and returning). Please complete online enrollment by Friday, July 24. High School https://bit.ly/howehsenroll2021
and Elem https://bit.ly/howeelemenroll2021. The school calendar is linked at https://bit.ly/lionscalendar2021. The online enrollment forms have a message from the Principal and additional information pertaining to the 2020-21 school year. #HPSLions
Attention Parents: Online enrollment is now available for ALL students (both new and returning). Please complete online enrollment by Friday, July 24. High School bit.ly/howehsenroll2021
and Elem bit.ly/howeelemenroll2021. The school calendar is linked at https://bit.ly/lionscalendar2021. The online enrollment forms have a message from the Principal and additional information pertaining to the 2020-21 school year. #HPSLions
Attn Howe Families: OKSDE has “partnered with Oklahoma Human Services to provide extra food benefits for families due to COVID-19. Under this new plan, current households receiving SNAP benefits *AND* non-SNAP households that include children eligible for free and reduced-priced meals, will automatically receive benefits without needing to complete an application.
Benefits will be issued for the 44-day period that schools were closed at the end of the 2019-20 school year and are equivalent to the daily reimbursement for free breakfast and lunch. Benefits will be automatically issued in staggered allotments by August 30. Families already receiving SNAP will receive the benefits on their cards. Non-SNAP families will be issued cards, which they will receive in the mail along with instructions on pinning the card, how to decline the benefit or return the card.
“We appreciate this partnership to reach children and families who are economically impacted most because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Children must have their basic needs met to be ready to learn, and many Oklahoma families rely on free or reduced-priced school meals when schools are open. We’re grateful that OKDHS is a strong ally in making sure our children have every opportunity for high-quality nutrition during this unprecedented time.” - State Supt. Joy Hofmeister”
Learn more: http://www.okdhs.org/library/news/rel/Pages/comm07072020.aspx
We have been averaging around 150 grab-and-go meals each Monday . . . To help our food service staff prepare for accurate meal distribution each week, please COMPLETE THE MEAL REQUEST SURVEY EACH WEEK- bit.ly/howemeals.
Attention Parents: 2020-21 Online enrollment for all grade levels will be posted soon. #HPSLions
Attention Howe Parents: The Return To Learn Howe team is working hard to prepare for the 2020-21 school year. The health and safety of our students and staff remain at the forefront of our planning and decisions. As the health climate of our area continues to fluctuate, we are offering three options for enrollment for the 2020-21 school year. Please review the options in the linked survey https://bit.ly/returntolearnhowesurvey and indicate your preference for your student(s) currently enrolled at Howe Public Schools. Please complete survey https://bit.ly/returntolearnhowesurvey by Friday, June 19, 2020. Your feedback will help our team as we continue to prepare to launch our school year on Aug 13. We greatly appreciate your continued support and confidence in HPS teachers and staff. Please do not hesitate to contact your child(ren)'s Principal for questions you may have, or leave your comments/questions in the survey. #HPSLions #LionStrong
Attention Howe Seniors: Southeastern offers new $1,500 tuition waiver for all first-time freshmen from Oklahoma
By UNIVERSITY COMMUNICATIONS
DURANT, Okla. – Southeastern Oklahoma State University is always looking for new opportunities to make higher education more affordable to students.
The University recently announced the establishment of the “Stronger Storm Scholarship’’ that will provide a $1,500 tuition waiver beginning this fall to all first-time, full-time (12 hours) freshmen who are Oklahoma residents.
To be considered first-time freshmen, students should be high school graduates who have not previously attended college, excluding concurrent classes.
The one-year tuition waiver ($750 per semester) will apply to freshmen who have already enrolled at Southeastern, as well as to other eligible students who are admitted and enrolled by August 7, 2020.
“As a University, we have a responsibility to do our very best to ensure we offer students a quality and affordable education,’’ said Southeastern president Thomas Newsom. “We are able to provide this new tuition waiver due to the revenue generated by our sustained enrollment growth over the past three years. At Southeastern, 85 percent of our students receive some type of financial aid, and each year, about 50 percent of our graduates are first-generation college graduates. We are always looking at innovative ways to assist students and families as they pursue their higher education goals.’’
Last fall, Southeastern’s enrollment reached an all-time high of 4,824 students. In addition, the Spring 2020 enrollment of 4,744 students was the largest spring enrollment recorded in the 111-year history of the University. This summer’s enrollment also set a record high for the school.
For questions about admissions and enrollment, call 580-745-2060 or visit www.SE.edu.
Attn: 10th Grade Parents: OKPromise has a new marketing page - visit https://myokpromise.org/
Just a reminder: If your student was in the 10th grade during the 2019-20 school year and you anticipate that your 2020 income may be under the $55,000 application limit for the Oklahoma’s Promise scholarship due to recent reductions in your income, you may submit an application based on your 2020 estimated income.
The application must be submitted prior to the June 30, 2020 deadline at https://secure.okcollegestart.org/applications/Oklahoma_Promise/apply.html. You will be required to provide a copy of your 2020 federal tax return when completed to verify that your 2020 income was under $55,000. The application will be held as pending until the tax documentation is received. Please send any questions to okpromise@osrhe.edu or margowright@howeschools.org or contact the HS office at (918) 658-3368
We have been averaging around 150 grab-and-go meals each Monday, but only 60 meals were requested in our survey for Mon June 15. To help our food service staff prepare for accurate meal distribution each week, please COMPLETE THE MEAL REQUEST SURVEY EACH WEEK- bit.ly/howemeals.
Just a reminder, grab and go meal pick-up is scheduled for Monday, June, 15 10 am - 11:30 am. Meal request link can be completed at bit.ly/howemeals. Thank you! #HPSLions
Just a reminder, grab and go meal pick-up is scheduled for 10 am - 11:30 am this morning (6/8). Meal request link for next week can be completed at bit.ly/howemeals. Thank you! #HPSLions
Congratulations to Sydnie Womack for being selected for the 2020 Oklahoma High School Fast-pitch Softball All-State game. Sydnie's Dad and Howe HS's Softball Coach, Mike Womack was chosen to coach the small east team! The game is scheduled for today (6/6/) at Oklahoma Christian University in Edmond. Good luck Sydnie and Coach Womack! #HPSLions
Great opportunity for our Howe 6th-12th grade students: OETA is launching OETA Art Club, a new summer arts program designed to engage students in the arts as traditional summer programs cancel.
OETA Art Club will combine clips from OETA’s award-winning arts series, Gallery America, with discussion guides and activities for students in grades 6-12. Participants can expect a weekly art challenge using household materials based on a clip from Gallery America.
OETA Art Club is for all skill levels. Students will need an internet connected device and basic art supplies. The program is free, but registration is required to participate. Registration is now open at OETA.tv/ArtClub and closes June 15. (Repost from OKSDE)
All seniors are welcome to pick up their final transcripts and diplomas next Thursday, June 4th, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Please be reminded that each senior is given two copies of their official transcript and one diploma. Transcripts are maintained and can be printed at a later date if needed, but diplomas are not. #HPSLions
Physicals for the 2020-21 school year for Howe boys grades 7th -12th will be Monday, June 1 at the New Gym from 9-10 AM. Girls physicals for grades 7th-12th will be immediately following 10-11 AM #HPSLions
Howe Public Schools will be serving meals ALL SUMMER! A total of 10 meals (breakfast and lunch for 5 days M-F) will be available on Monday, June 1 as a grab-and-go service. Drive-through pick-up will be located at the SOUTH entrance of the cafeteria building (steps entrance). PLEASE come up Spruce Street which is the street on the west side of the school/by old gym.
The planned DRIVE-THRU service time will be from 10 -11:30 am Monday, June 1. To help our food service staff plan how many meals will need to be prepared next week, please complete the meal request survey at bit.ly/howemeals. #HPSLions
Just a reminder, grab and go meal pick-up is scheduled for 10 am - 11:30 am this morning. Meal request link for next week will be shared later this afternoon. Thank you! #HPSLions
If you were unable to pick-up your child(ren)'s personal belongings and/or return their Chromebook(s) during the recent scheduled pick-up/drop-off days, please contact the building Principal to make arrangements before May, 28. ALL CHROMEBOOKS, bags and chargers are due by May 28. Summer Office hours are M-Th 9 am-2 pm. Offices will be closed on Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day holiday. #HPSLions
Attention Parents: This is just a reminder that 8th, 9th, and 10th grade parents still have the opportunity to apply for Oklahoma's Promise for their child(ren), but 10th graders MUST APPLY by the deadline of JUNE 30th, 2020. If a student qualifies for Oklahoma's Promise, and completes necessary requirements, then he or she has an opportunity to earn college tuition to a Oklahoma public two-year college or four-year university. Please go to www.okhighered.org to apply online (see the menu bar on the left for "Oklahoma's Promise"). Due to Covid-19, you are asked to submit any questions to the following email address: okpromise@osrhe.edu. #HPSLions
A total of 10 meals (breakfast and lunch for 5 days M-F) will be available on Tuesday, May 26 as a grab-and-go service. (Due to Monday's Memorial Day Holiday) Drive-through pick-up will be located at the SOUTH entrance of the cafeteria building (steps entrance). PLEASE come up Spruce Street which is the street on the west side of the school/by old gym.
The planned DRIVE-THRU service time will be from 10 -11:30 am Tuesday, May 26. To help our food service staff plan how many meals will need to be prepared next week, please complete the meal request form at bit.ly/howemeals. Just a reminder: FOR A REIMBURSABLE SCHOOL MEAL, CHILDREN MUST BE PRESENT DURING PICK-UP. #HPSLions
From CASC: Are you a high school Junior or Senior, or the parent of a high school student? Looking to get ahead on college courses at a significant cost savings? Right now, Carl Albert is offering tuition waivers for Juniors and Seniors enrolled in Concurrent Summer 2020 classes! Also- online fees have been waived!
But HURRY- summer classes begin May 26th! Give us a call or go online today!
#govikings #carlalbertconcurrent
EOSC Gear Up staff will be reaching out soon to Gear Up students regarding summer camp. Summer camp will still take place but will be virtual this year.
We would like to thank Holly Cooper and Kennedi Cooper for their very generous donation of their time and talent to take cap/gown photos and video/edit the graduation walks for the Graduation Ceremony held on May 11. Please feel free to download your cap/gown photo in the linked album and be sure to send a big thank you to Holly and Kennedi when you have time. These two ladies tirelessly support Howe Public Schools, and we cannot thank them enough! Photo Album: https://www.facebook.com/pg/howeschools/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2025607214249392&__xts__%5B0%5D=68.ARBSyFxCCRQ_occ98E014N4H42Z5vrQzCQ-Jh69ZmHnWKAuyyJAm8_X4uRAIzie1ijR_FFobBX7mC6ya832iij3M3e1SQkLyM2MDZ-InEccAw3FYk8Vidi3-p7CeVd6yixOAOVb-VYt4DjxQvUMDtOOHZz-9VUhbmeAKGouUoyV_wFBBSc45ZsjjEh1yTTMZfGAWrBJZW6YjwPSMak47vRag4uUjnL2d42phmNjWGg7AVEbun15p0V3tpURqbss4oxrPLWlCkpoXkHVxkrtFxiEsGV5VGF8Hh1kaD91QNM7YZVnIw1Yc5sKwj9G3t44MKHa_9nNfX6PjKoc1YKFNRbG2FEx337yyVyAapfzXH-azvagemwgFRlYGyyFBMp3uCCG93ue3E2dAyWrHoIMPXnJQoyvblEdoxv5r71U5vKcKbpgB_bFrbq96_mBdq9biYuxWi0WV8739Roaow19b&__tn__=-UC-R #HPSLions
Just a reminder: Grab and Go school meals will be served tomorrow May 18. If you have not filled out the request form, please visit bit.ly/howemeals. The planned DRIVE-THRU service time will be from 10 -11:30 am Monday, May 18. THANK YOU! #HPSLions
Howe High School's Graduation Ceremony was featured in a story by @StateImpactOK, an NPR affiliate. Editor @LoganLayden joined us at graduation to cover the story! "Digital ceremonies, drive-ins and delays mark Oklahoma high school graduation celebrations" https://stateimpact.npr.org/oklahoma/2020/05/14/digital-ceremonies-drive-ins-and-delays-mark-oklahoma-high-school-graduation-celebrations/ #HPSLions #Seniors2020
If you missed the Howe FFA Virtual Recognition of Chapter Accomplishments, you can view the recording at https://howeschools.webex.com/howeschools/ldr.php?RCID=c075d3f33ca84454b5f16d3e8f5ff5c9 Recording password: TjwaiMm4 #HPSLions
PK-3rd Parents:
Instructions for pick up and drop off of school items is listing below:
Student Personal Items
PK-3rd student classroom items will be bagged and available for pick up next Monday, May 18th and Tuesday, May 19th from 9am - 2pm. This will be a drive through process. Please enter at Entrance D by the Old Gym.
If you have a Kindergarten cap and gown please bring it to drop off during this time.
Laptops (all grades)
Laptop drop off for all grade levels will also be available on:
Monday, May 18th - 9 - 2pm
Tuesday, May 19th - 9 - 2pm
** Laptop drop off location will be the same location that laptops were picked up.
Guess Who? #Seniors2020
Monday, May 11 is the Howe High School Graduation Ceremony at the Poteau Tower Drive-in. Attendance is by RSVP only by each Senior. The ceremony will start shortly after sunset, around 8:30 pm. Attendees may start arriving at 7:30 pm, and we encourage you to download the Drive-in's concession app (search for Tower Drive-in Theatre by ZIP 74953) and place orders prior to the ceremony starting. (See photo for App info.) You may sit outside or inside your vehicle. You are welcome to bring chairs. (Please adhere to CDC guidelines and practice safe-distancing of 6 feet between groups.) The event will be LIVE-STREAMED on the Howe Public Schools' Facebook page from the view of an attendee. The video will be hosted on the HPS' YouTube channel at a later date, and each Graduate will receive a DVD copy! CONGRATULATIONS Seniors! #HPSLions
Just a reminder: Grab-and-Go meal pick-up for the week of May 11 is scheduled on Monday, from 10 am - 11:30 am. If you have not requested meals, please visit http://bit.ly/howemeals. Thank you! #HPSLions
Congratulations to Howe Senior and Co-Historian, Alexis Armstrong on receiving the CASC Scholars Program Scholarship in the amount of $10,740! #HPSLions
The Howe HS Honor Grads preparing for their "virtual" Graduation Ceremony scheduled for Monday, May 11 at 8:30 pm-ish at the Poteau Tower-drive-in Theatre. We would like to CONGRATULATE our 2020 Honor Grads, and we look forward to hearing their speeches on the BIG screen! Valedictorian: Sydnie Womack, Salutatorian: Connor Morris, and Co-Historians: Alexis Armstrong and Marlie Place. #HPSLions
The Howe School Board of Education meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12 at 6 pm. The meeting will be available LIVE via the Howe Facebook page. facebook.com/HoweSchools Agenda is available in the documents menu on the HPS website at https://5il.co/fz98 #HPSLions
CONGRATULATIONS 1st Grade on your AMAZING Animal Research Projects! For many years, Mrs. Rana and Mrs. Sanford's 1st Grade classes have ended the school year with an Animal Research Project. This project is a special culminating activity that most students remember for years and years! Despite the challenges of learning via distance and online classroom meetings, the students completed their projects! You can view their presentations at: http://1stgradelions.weebly.com/animal-research-oral-presentations.html
Special thanks to all the 1st grade parents who took on the momentous task of helping their children complete the project. Enjoy the presentations! We know you will learn some new facts about these animals. #HPSLions
Congratulations to Senior Lady Lion Kenlei Duvall on receiving a Softball Team Scholarship from Carl Albert State College. Kenlei signed with CASC's Lady Vikings at a signing party on Nov. 15, 2019. This scholarship covers up to 16 hours tuition
in the amount of $1,460; Books, and $500 toward fees for all four semesters. We look forward to seeing you on the softball field (hopefully very soon!) #HPSLions
Congratulations to Howe BPA Members, Matthew Mitchell and Brayden Oglesby for receiving the State and National BPA Torch Awards! Read more at https://www.apptegy.net/s/cle-live-howe/articles/howe-bpa-state-and-national-torch-awards #HPSLions
Since 2009, our school has been offering an incentive to help improve students' ACT scores. Thanks to the generous donations from Mr. Jason Blake, we have been able to award over $10,000 over the past decade. It works like this: if students score 20 or better on their ACT, they will receive $100. Once students score 20 or better, if they improve their composite score by 2 points or more, they will receive another $100. If students score a 30 or better they will receive $300. This is for the national test only. In 2009 we had 6 award winners. This year we have 19 who qualified. CONGRATULATIONS! #HPSLions
Tonight (May 7) is the FFA Virtual Recognition of Chapter Accomplishments Ceremony! The event will be live-streamed on the Howe Public Schools Facebook page at 7 pm. Please be sure to join us! #HPSLions #HoweFFA
Congratulations to Senior and HS Salutatorian, Connor Morris on being named an Oklahoma Academic Scholar! So impressive! Howe Public Schools is very proud of you! #HPSLions
Congratulations to Senior and Howe HS Salutatorian, Connor Morris on receiving the following scholarships from NSU @NSURiverHawks; Southern AR Univ & the Univ of AR Fort Smith @UAFS! #HPSLions
Congratulations to Senior Raegan Ward on receiving the following Scholarships: C. Robert Reed Scholarship from Community State Bank; Connors State College Tuition & Dorm Waiver; and the Quintas Herron Edu Scholarship from Oklahoma Forest Heritage Center @OKForestService #HPSLions
Congratulations to Howe HS Valedictorian, Sydnie Womack on your scholarships from Carl Albert State College, Ross & Artie Stivers, Vernon Roberts Memorial, and Community State Bank's C. Robert Reed! @CASCVikings #HPSLions
Congratulations to Senior & Howe HS Mane Attraction member Katlyn Miller or your CASC Concert Choir Scholarship from Carl Albert State College. #HPSLions #ManeAttraction @CASCVikings
Congratulations to Senior Kaleb Brown on his scholarships from Carl Albert State College! @CASCVikings #HPSLions
Congratulations to Senior Dustin Parker on his scholarships from Carl Albert State College @CASCVikings #HPSLions
Congratulations to Senior Caleb Fletcher on his scholarships from CASC & Cherokee Nation College Resources! @CASCVikings @CherokeeNation #HPSLions
Congratulations to Howe Senior Autumn Jones on your scholarships from Carl Albert State College! @CASCVikings #HPSLions
This morning during the HHS Award & Scholarship "Virtual" Ceremony, Mrs. Carol Ann Ford recognized the following Howe HS students as Oklahoma Honor Society Members! CONGRATULATIONS! #HPSLions
Congratulations to Cris Garcia & Jeffrey Shipman! Outstanding Attendance
Award! They both will receive a certificate and $50 Gift Card!
#HPSLions #HHSAwards
REMINDER: The Howe HS Awards Ceremony will stream LIVE on the HPS Facebook page TODAY at 11 am. EVERYONE is invited to watch LIVE! The total estimated scholarship award amount for Howe’s 2020 Seniors is $749,732.00! CONGRATULATIONS and tune in to watch the recognition of these amazing students! #HPSLions #Senior2020
Congrats to the 20 new NHS members! We have 49 total members now!
The Howe HS Awards Ceremony will stream LIVE on the HPS Facebook page on Thursday, May 7 at 11 am. EVERYONE is invited to watch LIVE! The total estimated scholarship award amount for
Howe’s 2020 Seniors is $749,732.00! CONGRATULATIONS and tune in to watch the recognition of these amazing students! #HPSLions #Senior2020
Join us tonight at 6 p.m. for the National Honor Society Virtual Induction and Senior Recognition Ceremony. It will be streamed live on our Howe Public Schools’ Facebook Page!
Just a reminder: Tonight is the (RESCHEDULED) 8th Grade Graduation Virtual Ceremony at the Poteau Tower Drive-in. The weather should be perfect! Attendance is by RSVP only. The ceremony will start shortly after sunset, around 8:30 pm. Attendees may start arriving at 7:30 pm, and we encourage you to download the Drive-in's concession app (search for Tower Drive-in Theatre by ZIP 74953) and place orders prior to the ceremony starting. (See photo for App info.) You may sit outside or inside your vehicle. You are welcome to bring chairs. (Please adhere to CDC guidelines and practice safe-distancing of 6 feet between groups.) The event will be LIVE-STREAMED on the Howe Public Schools' Facebook page from the view of an attendee. The video will be hosted on the HPS' YouTube channel at a later date. CONGRATULATIONS 8th Grade Graduates! #HPSLions
NHS Inductees: Please check your school email for tonight’s ceremony link!
The Howe HS FCCLA Virtual Recognition Ceremony will be live-streamed on the Howe Public Schools' Facebook page at 7 pm tonight! We hope you join Mrs. Crouch and her students to recognize the accomplishments of the Howe FCCLA members during the 2019-2020 school year! #HPSLions
Tonight is our Howe Kindergarten Virtual Graduation Ceremony at 6 pm. The Ceremony will be streamed live on the Howe Public Schools' Facebook page! Tune in to see all the Kindergarten students in their Caps and Gowns! Congratulations to Mrs. Sockey's and Mrs. Bobbitt's classes!
The 8th Grade Graduation scheduled for tonight has been POSTPONED due to severe weather threat and rain. The Ceremony is re-scheduled for Wednesday, May 6 at 8:30 pm at the same location, Poteau Tower Drive-in. #HPSLions
FINAL WEEK: PK-1st Grade Learning Resources https://www.smore.com/m93uk #HPSLions
Middle School Final Week Learning Resources https://www.smore.com/9wys2
2nd-5th Grade Final Week Learning Resources (if not updated, please check back later) https://www.smore.com/xpt52
#HPSLions
Just a reminder: Tonight is the 8th Grade Graduation Virtual Ceremony at the Poteau Tower Drive-in. Attendance is by RSVP only. (If you have any Qs about attending, please contact Mr. Dyer at 918.658.3508 before Noon today.) The ceremony will start shortly after sunset, around 8:30 pm. Attendees may start arriving at 7:30 pm, and we encourage you to download the Drive-in's concession app (search for Tower Drive-in Theatre by ZIP 74953) and place orders prior to the ceremony starting. (See photo for App info.) You may sit outside or inside your vehicle. You are welcome to bring chairs. (Please adhere to CDC guidelines and practice safe-distancing of 6 feet between groups.) The event will be LIVE-STREAMED on the Howe Facebook page from the view of an attendee. The video will be hosted on the HPS' YouTube channel at a later date. CONGRATULATIONS 8th Grade Graduates! #HPSLions
Happy last week of school High School students! Here is the links for this week's learning activities. Check back before Noon if your teacher's assignments are not updated. https://www.smore.com/xybs0 #HPSLions
The Howe HS Class of 2020 Baccalaureate Ceremony (without Song - YouTube removed it due to copyright) can be viewed at https://youtu.be/YtBGc46fSBA at 7:30 pm! #HPSLions #Seniors2020
The 2020 Howe High School Virtual Baccalaureate will begin LIVE on the Howe Public School's Facebook page at 7 pm! https://www.facebook.com/howeschools/ #HPSLions
The Howe HS Baccalaureate Ceremony will be LIVE-STREAMED on the Howe School's Facebook page on Sunday, May 3 at 7 pm. It will also be aired as a YouTube Premiere at 7:30 pm at https://youtu.be/YtBGc46fSBA. (FYI: the YouTube Premiere will not include Zoe Nation's song due to copyright rejection from YouTube, but the 7 pm live-stream will include it.) This year's Baccalaureate address will be given by Mr. Paul Fletcher, Youth & Family Minister, Poteau Church of Christ. EVERYONE IS INVITED TO ATTEND! #HPSLions #Seniors2020
It's "Silver Lining Selfie Day!"
Write the answer to the question, “What is the silver lining of having to stay home?” on a sheet of paper and take a photo of yourself holding it. Send your photo, name and grade to Mrs. Parks tammygparks@howeschools.org She will feature your photos in a slideshow on the website and social media! #HPSLions #SelfieWeek
We only received two "Family Game Night Selfies." We are hoping you are enjoying your time with your family! Not too late to send in those selfies! We love seeing your photos! #SelfieWeek #HPSLions
Howe HS Graduation RSVP for Tower Drive-in: Each Howe Senior Graduate will be allowed to invite three vehicles of family/friends to their Graduation Virtual Ceremony scheduled for Monday, May 11 at 8:30 pm at the Tower-Drive in in Poteau. Please complete the information below by Tuesday, May 5 at Noon. The list created from this request, will be your family's/friends' "ticket" into the Ceremony. If their vehicle and driver name is not submitted, they will not be allowed to enter the Drive-in. Someone will be monitoring all traffic into the Drive-in. https://bit.ly/howehsgradrsvp
REMINDER: Please respond to Howe Public Schools' Grab-n-Go meal request form (for the week of May 4-8) at https://bit.ly/howemeals Thank you! #HPSLions
Look at those beautiful eyes! 75% of respondents were CORRECT! This little doll is Rebekah Schneider! Read her Senior Q and A with CLE Live! at https://clelive.org/1905/showcase/senior-profile-rebekah-schneider/ #Senior2020 #HPSLions
We want to see your "Family Game Night Selfies!"
Take a photo with your family playing your FAVORITE board-game/game and send the photo, the name of the game, family member that is most competitive, your name and grade to Mrs. Parks tammygparks@howeschools.org She will feature your photos in a slideshow on the website and social media! It's #SelfieWeek at Howe Public Schools! #HPSLions
Tuesday was "Selfie With A Book" Day! Here are some of our FAVORITES! We want to encourage our students and staff to keep reading! Keep sharing those selfies with a book all summer long!! Use hashtags #SelfieWithABook & #HPSLions or email to Mrs. Parks!
Here's the next "Guess The Senior"! Click on this link to vote via the web! https://PollEv.com/multiple_choice_polls/YND0qaZjg2gTz4qhPdz93/respond #Senior2020 #HPSLions
100% Jade McCoy! You are RIGHT! Read Jade's Senior Q & A with CLE Live! at https://clelive.org/1883/showcase/senior-profile-jade-mccoy/ CONGRATULATIONS Jade! #HPSLions #Senior2020
Today is "Selfie With A Book" Day! Take a photo with a FAVORITE Book you are reading! Send the photo, the title of the book, your name & grade to Mrs. Parks tammygparks@howeschools.org She will feature your photos in a slideshow on the website and social media! #HPSLions
Here's the two final pets from Monday's "Selfie With A Pet" Day! 1st Grade Teacher, Mrs. Rana with her cat Socks and 1st Grader Sydnie Williams with her dog Bella. See all our pet selfies on the NEWS feed at howeschools.org Today is "Selfie With a Book! #HPSLions #SelfieWeek
Check out these ADORABLE pets! You can view all of Monday's "Selfie With A Pet" at http://howeok.apptegy.us/article/237823 #SelfieWeek #ShowUsYourPets #HPSLions
It's a pet parade with all your awesome pet selfies! We are loving seeing you AND your pets! #SelfieWeek #HPSLions
We want to see your pets! It's not too late to send in your "Selfie with a Pet" photos! #SelfieWeek #HPSLions
Here are a few of our more unusual pets! #SelfieWeek #HPSLions
We are LOVING all the Selfies with your Pets! It's not too late to send them! #SelfieWeek #HPSLions
Keep those "Selfie With A Pet" photos coming! Here's MORE of our favorites! #SelfieWeek #LionStrong
Keep those "Selfie With A Pet" photos coming! Here's some of our favorites! #SelfieWeek #LionStrong
Mrs. Wann's Speech Resources have been updated for this week! Access the documents, videos, and links at https://www.smore.com/tje4v #HPSLions
Here's the next Guess The Senior! Click on this link to vote via the web! https://PollEv.com/multiple_choice_polls/ForbZ5QlgAr8NuBt82XNv/respond #HPSLions #Senior2020
It's "Selfie with a Pet" MONDAY!
Take a photo with your FAVORITE Pet and send the photo, your Pet’s Name, an interesting fact about your pet, your name and grade to Mrs. Parks tammygparks@howeschools.org via SMS or email. She will feature your photos in a slideshow on the website and social media! Here are some of our teachers and staff with their pets! #SelfieWithAPet #LionStrong
This little cutie was a little harder to identify, but 65% of you guessed CORRECT! It's Sydnie Womack! Congratulations Sydnie! You can read her Senior Q & A with CLE Live! at https://clelive.org/1931/showcase/senior-profile-sydnie-womack/ #HPSLions #Senior2020
Tomorrow KICKS-OFF Howe Lions' Selfie Week! Let's see those PHOTOS! See attached flyer for details or download flyer at https://5il.co/fks3 #HPSLions #SelfieWeek #LionStrong
Access Week Four (April 27-May 1) Distance Learning Resources at www.howeschools.org OR for grade specific links:
EC-1st Grade: https://www.smore.com/ucd7y
2nd-5th: https://www.smore.com/nwg6b
Middle School: https://www.smore.com/bm82v
High School: https://www.smore.com/6837z
#HPSLions
Here's the next Guess The Senior! Click on this link to vote via the web! https://PollEv.com/multiple_choice_polls/yBrcZiKO4d5Q6T8EFI2Tu/respond #HPSLions #Seniors2020
You guessed it! Was the basketball a hint? Maybe so! You can read Dustin's Senior Profile Q & A with CLE Live! at https://clelive.org/1895/showcase/senior-profile-dustin-parker/ CONGRATULATIONS DUSTIN! #HPSLions #Senior2020
🎉 CONGRATULATIONS RAEGAN!
The Forest Heritage Center is proud to announce that Raegan Ward of Howe, Oklahoma has been awarded the Quintus Herron Educational Scholarship for graduating seniors! As her senior service project, Raegan selected, purchased and planted three species of trees that are used during forestry judging contests. As part of her project some of the trees were planted in soil and others in the school’s aquaponics beds. As the trees mature the growth rates will be compared. Raegan participated in the Forest Heritage Center’s first Forestry Field Days event and attended a tour of OSU’s forestry department and OFS headquarters with FHC staffer Calista Stephens. Raegan plans to obtain her Associates degree at Connors State College in Warner, Oklahoma and complete a degree in forestry at Oklahoma State University.
Congratulations Raegan!
#FutureForesterFriday
(Original post at https://www.facebook.com/forestheritagecenter)
Mrs. Wright is working with 9th grade students to complete their REQUIRED ICAP components. She has emailed, and called every student, but there are still a handful of students who have yet to complete what is required by the Oklahoma State Department of Education.
There are two very important items that need to take place at this point. 1. If you are uncertain as to whether you have met your requirements, you can do one of two things REVIEW previous email sent and log in to your account or you can EMAIL Mrs. Wright at margowright@howeschools.org and she will remind you what you are missing. 2. JOIN the WebEx set up Monday, April 27 at 4:00 p.m. for more information/instructions on moving forward. #HPSLions
Click on this link https://PollEv.com/multiple_choice_polls/BEAwxV0FVgrME7gHz0cKY/respond to vote on this Guess The Senior!
81% of the votes chose Raegan Ward! And you were CORRECT! Read Raegan's Senior Profile Q & A with CLE Live! at https://clelive.org/1925/uncategorized/senior-profile-raegan-ward/ Congratulations Raegan! #HPSLions #Senior2020
Guess The Senior LIVE results! https://www.polleverywhere.com/multiple_choice_polls/GD3k8JuUiMG2wHqxu5cZ3?preview=true&controls=none
Here's the next Guess this Howe Senior! Web-voting link! Live-results are shown on Howe Schools' Facebook page! Use this link to vote! https://PollEv.com/multiple_choice_polls/9zsPYTUYI3yTv9mNMChqq/respond #HPSLions #Senior2020
OK, we had you guessing on this "Guess the Senior" The correct answer IS . . . . . Cash Sanchez! Congratulations Cash! #HPSLions
Attention Seniors! Check email from Mr. Shoup for instructions on scheduling your Graduation cap/gown video shot. #HPSLions
There is a Grief Counseling Assembly scheduled for Thursday, Apr 23 at 1pm via WebEx. High School students are encouraged to attend, please check your school email to access the join mtg link. Email Mrs. Margo Wright (margowright@howeschools.org) if you did not receive the meeting invitation. Paul Fletcher, Youth Minister with Poteau Church of Christ and Rick Snyder, Youth Minister with Springhill Baptist Church will also be in the meeting for support. #HPSLions
Date and time change: Kindergarten Graduation Virtual Ceremony has been moved to Tuesday, May 5 at 6 pm
Event will be live-streamed on Howe Facebook page.
Details will be shared soon. #HPSLions
Here's the next Guess this Howe Senior! Web-voting link! Live-results are shown on Howe Schools' Facebook page! https://PollEv.com/multiple_choice_polls/KVyeU0k6wzxh4oKpgM6K2/respond #HPSLions #Senior2020
You're right again! This little cutie is Marlie Place! Read her Q & A with CLE Live! at https://clelive.org/1899/showcase/senior-profile-marlie-place/ Congratulations Marlie! #HPSLions #Seniors2020
Today's featured value is: HOPE
You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea:
Inspire hope in others by helping someone in need, especially a stranger. #HPSLions #HPSValues
Attention 1st-12th grade Parents: If you missed last week's Chromebook Loan Program request form, here it is: https://bit.ly/howedevicerequest. This is the FINAL request! Please complete device request form by 3 pm on Friday, April 24. NO LATE REQUESTS WILL BE PROCESSED. The form will CLOSE for requests at that time. Pick-up of devices will be scheduled for Monday, April 27 during meal distribution. Details on pick-up will be emailed to parent, once device request has been made. #HPSLions
You were RIGHT! Our Guess The Senior was Kenlei Duvall! Read her Senior Q & A with CLE Live! at https://clelive.org/1856/showcase/senior-profile-kenlei-duvall/ Congratulations Kenlei! #Senior2020
Guess This Howe Senior! Visit http://howeok.apptegy.us/article/234805 to view LIVE voting results! #ClassOf2020
Please respond to Howe Public Schools' Grab-n-Go meal request form (for the week of April 27-May 1) at https://bit.ly/howemeals by Thursday, April 23 at 3 pm Thank you! #HPSLions
Howe Public Schools End of Year Events/Ceremonies and Elementary Virtual Field Trip Opportunities! Seniors: check your emails for additional information about Senior Events! https://www.smore.com/a3kmr #HPSLions #LionStrong
Today's featured value is: HOPE
You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea:
"Take time to step back and relax. Approach the situation with a renewed vision." #LionStrong #HPSValues
This Week's Continuous Learning Resources can be found at www.howeschools.org OR
PK-1st: https://www.smore.com/tam9p
2nd-5th: https://www.smore.com/vkr5b
Middle School: https://www.smore.com/nubdp
High School: https://www.smore.com/46zs2
SpecEd/Speech/Math Intervention: https://www.smore.com/tje4v
Please contact your child's teacher if you have any questions/concerns! #HPSLions
Check out our Kindergarten Continuous Learning Spotlight Newsletter this week. Our Kdg students in Mrs. Bobbitt's Class & Mrs. Sockey's Class have been excited about all the activities they are doing while learning at home. https://www.smore.com/8zuyt #HPSLions #OklaEd
Library Book Returns: You may return any Howe Library Books on Monday, April 20 from 10-11:30 am during the Grab and Go Meals pick-up. FYI, this is not an opportunity to check out new books, but a chance to return the book you have so another student can enjoy the story next year! THANK YOU! #HPSLions
Reminders for the week of April 20:
Kindergarten - Kindergarten Cap and Gown pick up will be Monday from 9:00 - 11:30 am. The pick up location will be at the East Entrance to the Lower Playground. Please enter by the New Gym and travel south on Plum St.
8th Grade - 8th Grade Cap & Gown pick up will be Monday 9:00 - 11:30 am. The pick up location will be the parking lot at Supt. Office. Please enter by New Gym and travel south on Plum st. Will need to bring $30 cash or check. #HPSLions
A letter from Superintendent Scott Parks regarding recent student death. Thoughts and prayers for Riley's family and friends. http://howeok.apptegy.us/article/233999
Please respond to Howe Public Schools' Grab-n-Go meal request form (for the week of April 20-24) at https://bit.ly/howemeals by Thursday, April 16 at 3 pm Thank you! #HPSLions
From KTC - Poteau:
Interviews will continue next week, April 13 - 17.
Just a reminder:
We will be using the contact information from the application submitted. If this information has changed please send us a private message via Facebook.
Also, please make sure to setup/clear out your voicemail in case we need to leave voice messages.
Thank you for your patience during this time.
unprecedented time.
Seniors: REMINDER - Jostens delivery of senior products is scheduled for TODAY Monday, April 13 (3 - 5:30 pm) #HPSLion
Parents: we have only had 75 Grab-and-Go meal requests for the week of April 13. (We normally average around 300.) If you have not done so, and would like meals for next week for your Howe students or any child(ren) ages 0-18 in the Howe Community, please complete today (4/10) by 3 pm! https://bit.ly/howemeals These counts help our Food Service Staff accurately prepare meals for the week. Thank you!
The Howe School Board of Education meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 13 at 6 pm. The meeting will be available LIVE via the Howe Facebook page. facebook.com/HoweSchools Agenda is available in the documents menu on the HPS website at https://5il.co/exod #HPSLions
Candidates for National Honor Society membership: your student information forms are due Friday, April 10! Please check your school email for a link to the electronic submission. Contact Mrs. Ford for help.
Attention HOWE JOM students: The Choctaw Nation would like to try and ease some of the WIFI connectivity issues by offering free WIFI in the parking lots of the Community Centers throughout the Choctaw Nation. See attached flyer.
Yesterday's Grab-and-Go meal distribution was a HUGE SUCCESS! The staff handed out 3,090 meals for the week. To help our Food Service staff prepare for next week's grab-and-go meal preparation, please complete the SURVEY at https://bit.ly/howemeals BY THURSDAY at 3 pm. Next week's meals can be picked up on Monday, April 13 between 10 - 11:30 am. See survey for additional details. Thank you! #LionStrong #HPSLions
Attention 1st-12th grade Parents: If you missed last week's Chromebook Loan Program request form, here it is: https://bit.ly/howedevicerequest. We handed out over 250 Chromebook yesterday, and we will be announcing procedures for the 2nd pick-up soon. Please complete device request form by 8 pm on Thursday, April 9. The form will CLOSE for requests at that time. #HPSLions
Teachers, Students, & Parents! Today, we are excited to announce the new addition of Digital Reading Resources for Teachers, Students and their families! OverDrive is a digital library offering both ebooks and audiobooks for the web community, anytime, anywhere! Sora is the new user-friendly app that lets you access it through your laptop, phone or tablet. The Sora app was designed around the modern student reading experience. Learn more and register for today's (4/7) training with Mrs. Ford at https://www.smore.com/bztwk #HPSLions
During today's Lion Strong Assembly, we announced the TP Pyramid challenge! Hey Howe students, show us your stash! #ContinuousLearning #ToiletPaperPyramid #HPSLions
Thanks to EVERYONE that joined our HPS Lion Strong Virtual Assembly today! The heartfelt messages from our student leaders, teachers/staff, and grade level representatives were so inspiring! We had over 50 Teachers, Staff, Admin and Students online as well as over 1,500 views on our Facebook LIVE stream alone! We are #LionStrong! #HPSLions
Don't miss the Howe Lion Strong Virtual Assembly LIVE today at 2 pm on the Howe Facebook Page http://facebook.com/howeschools/ #HPSLions
Hey students! Show us your “First Day of Distance Learning” photos! Hashtag #LionStrong We’ll share some today during our 2 pm Lion Strong VIRTUAL assembly! Join LIVE on HPS Facebook! Txt photos to Mrs. Parks at 918.721.3326! #HPSLions
Just a reminder-Continuous Learning starts today! You can view our Distance Learning Plan at bit.ly/howeparentguide Spanish: bit.ly/howeparentguidespanish. Teacher resources & enrichment activities/plans can be found at bit.ly/howecontinuoslearningresources or www.howeschools.org
REMINDER - Grab-and Go Meal Pick-up & Laptop Loan Program Pick-up Procedures: We have received 260+ requests for our Chromebook Loan Program. 1st-12th grade laptops can be picked up on Monday, April 6. You must first review the linked loan program agreement at bit.ly/howechromebookloan. We will sign the loan program agreement acknowledgement on your behalf pending pick-up on Monday.
**Also, no devices will be handed out that were not requested on the form.**
Please follow the directions below for Monday's Chromebook pick-up:
EVERYONE should enter campus by way of Spruce Street also called Entrance D (by the old gym). As you enter the cafeteria parking area you will be directed further based on the items you are picking up.
If you are going to pick up ONLY A LAPTOP, you may start arriving at 9:00 AM with Chromebook pick-up continuing through 11:30 AM.The Grab-n-Go meal pick-up will start at 10:00 AM.
If you are picking up food AND your child(ren)'s Chromebook(s), PLEASE do not arrive before 10:00 AM this will help us expedite the delivery process of food and laptops throughout the morning.
If you did not request your child's Chromebook (1st-12th only) this week, and you would like to do so, you will have an opportunity to complete a request next week and pick-up the laptop(s) on Monday, April 13. A request form will be posted on Monday afternoon. If you have any questions regarding the agreement or the pick-up procedures, please contact Mrs. Parks, Instructional Technology Coordinator at tammygparks@howeschools.org
Hey Howe Lions - JOIN THE THUNDER 30 DAY READING CHALLENGE!
STUDENTS IN GRADES K-3
READ 20 MINUTES EACH DAY,
OR 600 MINUTES TOTAL FROM
APRIL 6 - MAY 6
AND WIN A THUNDER PRIZE!
https://www.nba.com/thunder/30daychallenge #LionStrong
DEADLINE EXTENDED: On Monday, April 6 at 2 pm, Howe Public Schools will host a community-wide VIRTUAL assembly LIVE-STREAMED on our Howe Facebook Page. Visit http://facebook.com/howeschools to view from anywhere! Our assembly will include messages from Mr. Parks, Supt, Mr. Dyer, Elementary Principal, and Mr. Shoup, High School Principal. We also have several student guest speakers and some fun, interactive things planned! We would like to invite the first five students from each grade level that respond to this form to JOIN our assembly via WebEx Video Chat! Please complete this form by SUNDAY, April 5 at NOON to be considered: bit.ly/howelionstrongassembly See you (VIRTUALLY) on Monday! #HPSLions #LionStrong
On Monday, April 6 at 2 pm, Howe Public Schools will host a community-wide VIRTUAL assembly LIVE-STREAMED on our Howe Facebook Page. Visit http://facebook.com/howeschools to view from anywhere! Our assembly will include messages from Mr. Parks, Supt, Mr. Dyer, Elementary Principal, and Mr. Shoup, High School Principal. We also have several student guest speakers and some fun, interactive things planned! We would like to invite the first five students from each grade level that respond to this form to JOIN our assembly via WebEx Video Chat! Please complete this form by Saturday, April 4 at NOON to be considered: bit.ly/howelionstrongassembly See you (VIRTUALLY) on Monday! #HPSLions #LionStrong
Attention Parents: Please visit bit.ly/howeparentletter040320 to learn more about the Continuous Learning schedule starting on Monday, April 6, 2020. #HPSLions
The Channel 5 news (Ft. Smith, AR) story on the Howe boys and girls basketball teams, who both were in route to the Class 2A State Championship tournament in OKC when they got the call that it had been postponed...and later canceled, will air tonight on 5NEWS at 10 pm https://www.5newsonline.com/mobile/video/sports/howe-basketballs-storybook-season-ends-without-final-chapter/527-29830357-0be7-4bd6-90bc-849630d493ee (h/t Paul Fletcher via FB) #HPSLions
Seniors: UPDATE - Jostens has cancelled delivery of senior products for this Fri and rescheduled for Monday, April 13 (3 - 5:30 pm) Seniors who requested chrome books can pick-up their device on Monday, April 6 during the grab-n-go lunch handout between 10 - 11:30 am #HPSLion
HS Parents: It is imperative that you complete the linked survey to help our teachers better plan on how to move forward with the Continuous Learning plan at Howe Schools. Thank you if you have already completed this! https://bit.ly/howecontinuouslearning
Parents: We have received 92 requests for our Chromebook Loan Program. 1st-11th grade laptops can be picked up during the drive-through grab-and-go lunch line on Monday, April 6 between 10 - 11:30 am. We would like to encourage you to also request next week's meals which can be given to you at the same time. Child(red) must be present to receive a reimbursable meal. Meal requests can be made online at: https://bit.ly/howemeals Seniors: Only 6 students requested thier Chromebooks, Seniors can pick-up their device on Friday, April 3 between 3 - 5:30 pm in the drive-thru line at the HS parking lot. This is the time Jostens will be handing out Senior product orders. If you did not request your child's Chromebook (1st-12th only) and you would like to do so, please respond by Thursday at 8 am using this link https://bit.ly/howedevicerequest If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Parks, Instructional Technology Cord at tammygparks@howeschools.org #HPSLions
National Honor Society Candidates: please check your school emails for an important message about your student information forms! Due date for submission has been changed to April 10. Please contact Mrs. Ford if you have questions.
CORRECTION: A total of 1,810 grab-and -go meals served today for the week. Big THANKS to all our staff for your HARD WORK in making meal preparation and distribution a SUCCESS! Don't forget to request your child's meals for next week at http://bit.ly/howemeals #HPSLions
Today's Grab-and-Go meal distribution has just wrapped. The staff handed out over 1,650 meals for the week. To help our Food Service staff prepare for next week's grab-and-go meal preparation, please complete the SURVEY at https://bit.ly/howemeals. Next week's meals can be picked up on Monday, April 6 between 10 - 11:30 am. See survey for additional details. Thank you! #LionStrong #HPSLions
ATTENTION HOWE SENIORS: Important! Pick up Senior Products at drive thru delivery on Fri, 4/3 in school parking lot from 3:30-5:00 pm. Pay remaining balance at 800-567-8367or at jostens.com We are working on a Virtual Graduation Ceremony, we will share details soon! #HPSLions
Our child nutrition staff were at the school at 6 am this morning preparing this week’s grab-and-go lunches! Just a reminder, lunch pickup is tomorrow, Monday, March 30 from 10-11:30 am. Be sure to drive up Spruce St toward the cafeteria. You do not need to get out of your vehicle. M- F breakfasts and lunches (10 meals) will be handed out together. #HPSLions
The Howe Public Schools' Teachers & Staff will be participating in a "LION STRONG" PARADE CARAVAN on Friday (3/27) at Noon starting on Main Street and following our AM bus routes (main roads only - see map). We want to say hello to our students! As we drive by, feel free to stand in your yard or along the roadside & wave back! The three parade routes will be led by our school busses with staff in their own vehicles! We want our students to know how much we miss them, and we can't wait to see their smiling faces! Practice social distancing when watching the parade! #LionStrong #WeLoveOurKids #HPSLions #WeAreHowe
Today our entire Howe Staff met virtually using WebEx Meetings to discuss the transition to the continuous learning model! It was great to connect and spend time together ONLINE! #LionStrong #OklaEd #HPSLions
The Howe Public Schools' Teachers & Staff will be participating in a "LION STRONG" PARADE CARAVAN on Friday (3/27) at Noon starting on Main Street and following our AM bus routes (main roads only - see map). We want to stay hello to our students! As we drive by, feel free to stand in your yard or along the roadside & wave back! The three parade routes will be led by our school busses with staff in their own vehicles! We want our students to know how much we miss them, and we can't wait to see their smiling faces! Practice social distancing when watching the parade! #LionStrong #WeLoveOurKids #HPSLions #WeAreHowe
The Howe Certified staff are meeting for the first time virtually to continue planning for the continuous learning model for all OK schools! #HPSLions #LionStrong
Parents: Please access the latest communication from Mr. Parks regarding today's State Board decision on school closure/continuous learning plan at this link on our school's website: http://howeok.apptegy.us/article/219617 #LionStrong
To help our Food Service staff prepare for next week's grab-and-go meal preparation, please complete the SURVEY at https://bit.ly/howemeals.
Next week's meals can be picked up on Monday, March 30 between 10 - 11:30 am. See survey for additional details. Thank you! Today, the staff handed out 914 meals. #LionStrong #HPSLions
Grab and Go lunches have all been handed out today! Thank you to everyone that picked up meals and those who assisted in preparing and loading! Next week’s meals survey will be posted shortly! #LionStrong
Don't FORGET! Grab and Go meal pick-up runs from NOW until 11:30 am! #HPSLions
(More photos) Big THX to our Admin and Staff preparing for the Howe Grab & Go lunch program kicking off NOW! #HPSLions
Big THX to our Admin and Staff preparing for the Howe Grab & Go lunch program kicking off NOW! #HPSLions
The Howe Public Schools' Teachers & Staff will be participating in a "LION STRONG" PARADE CARAVAN on Friday (3/27) at Noon following our AM bus routes (main roads only). We want to stay hello to our students! As we drive by, feel free to stand in your yard & wave back! The three parade routes will be led by our school busses with staff in their own vehicles! We want our students to know how much we miss them, and we can't wait to see their smiling faces! #LionStrong #WeLoveOurKids #HPSLions #WeAreHowe
The Howe Public Schools' Teachers & Staff will be participating in a "LION STRONG" PARADE CARAVAN on Friday (3/27) at Noon following our AM bus routes (main roads only). We want to stay hello to our students! As we drive by, feel free to stand in your yard & wave back! The three parade routes will be led by our school busses with staff in their own vehicles! We want our students to know how much we miss them, and we can't wait to see their smiling faces! #LionStrong #WeLoveOurKids #HPSLions #WeAreHowe
Howe Public Schools Grab and Go lunch program will launch TODAY, Tuesday, March 23. Due to recent changes in guidance from OK SDE Child Nutrition Program, we will be handing out both breakfast and lunch meals for 4 days (T-TH) TODAY (a total of 8 meals at once). All meals for this week (4 days) will be provided TODAY between 10 - 11:30 am as a drive through Grab and Go service at the South Entrance of the cafeteria building (steps entrance.) PLEASE come up Spruce Street which is the street on the west side of the school/by old gym. The street is also marked ENTRANCE “D” when you turn off Railroad.
Meals have been prepared based on the number requested on the recent parent survey that was sent to all Howe families via PowerSchool messenger (SMS and Email), as well as the School App. If you did not respond to this week’s survey, next week’s survey will be out later today. Weekly surveys will be shared to provide our Food Service staff accurate counts for meal planning. Full week’s meals will be distributed on a Monday schedule (10 - 11:30 am) starting next week. Just a reminder, due to OK SDE Child Nutrition guidelines: FOR A REIMBURSABLE SCHOOL MEAL, CHILDREN MUST BE PRESENT DURING PICK-UP. A BIG Thank you to our food service staff for all their efforts in organizing the Howe Grab and Go meal service for our community’s children ages 18 and under. #HPSLions
UPDATE: @joy4ok will propose a Continuous Learning Plan to the State Board when they meet Wed. #oklaed While education will resume with distance learning, there will not be traditional, in-person instruction or extracurricular activities. Read more:
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/OKSDE/bulletins/282c64e?fbclid=IwAR1fiVrupaepTmFE1AREDgz714YFdC3nhjtBWXgGCcIZtaBv3_9R6FP7BNY #HPSLions
Howe Public Schools, 18 minutes ago
PARENT SURVEY: This confidential survey is for Howe Public Schools' staff to thoughtfully plan for remote learning opportunities due to long-term school closure (as needed) due to COVID-19. Our school is calmly planning for THE POTENTIAL of continuous learning for all students following and and all guidelines that could be developed by the OK SDE pending State School Board Mtg on Wednesday. We want to ensure that we are equipped to transition to a continuous learning environment, and are responsive to the needs of all Howe families. Please complete one survey per family! THANK YOU! https://bit.ly/howecontinuouslearning #HPSLions
If AT & T is your service provider, please note: Unlimited AT&T Home Internet – All AT&T consumer home internet wireline customers, as well as Fixed Wireless Internet, can use unlimited internet data. Additionally, we will continue to offer internet access for qualifying limited income households at $10 per month through our Access from AT&T program. We’ve expanded eligibility to Access from AT&T to households participating in the National School Lunch Program and Head Start. Additionally, we’re offering new Access from AT&T customers two months of free service. #HPSLions
Please note: For grab-n-go meals, PLEASE come up Spruce Street which is the street on the west side of the school/by old gym. The street is also marked ENTRANCE “D” when you turn off Railroad. This will help with traffic flow and for staff handing out meals so no one will have to exit their vehicle to receive their meals. Thank you.
Howe Public Schools Grab and Go lunch program will launch tomorrow, Tuesday, March 23. Due to recent changes in guidance from OK SDE Child Nutrition Program, we will be handing out both breakfast and lunch meals for 5 days TOMORROW (a total of 10 meals at once). All meals for the week (5 days) will be provided tomorrow between 10 - 11:30 am as a drive through Grab and Go service at the South Entrance of the cafeteria building (steps entrance.) Meals have been prepared based on the number requested on the recent parent survey that was sent to all Howe families via PowerSchool messenger (SMS and Email), as well as the School App. If you did not respond to the survey, please contact the Elem (PH (918) 658-3508) or HS office (PH (918) 658-3368) between the hours of 8 am - 12 pm to request meals. Weekly surveys will be shared to provide our Food Service staff accurate counts for meal planning. Full week’s meals will be distributed on a Monday schedule (10 - 11:30 am) starting next week. Just a reminder, due to OK SDE Child Nutrition guidelines: FOR A REIMBURSABLE SCHOOL MEAL, CHILDREN MUST BE PRESENT DURING PICK-UP.
COVID-19 SCHOOL CLOSURE:
School MEAL update: Breakfast and lunch will be served each day starting Tuesday, March 24 as a grab-and-go service. Drive-through pick-up will be located at the SOUTH entrance of the cafeteria building (steps entrance). The planned DRIVE-THRU service time will be from 10 -11:30 am Monday-Friday. To help our food service staff plan how many meals will need to be prepared each day, please complete the attached survey. Just a reminder: FOR A REIMBURSABLE SCHOOL MEAL, CHILDREN MUST BE PRESENT DURING PICK-UP. Menus will be posted later today.
https://bit.ly/howemeals
Attn CASC Concurrent enrollment students:
“After careful review of the available information, and after consulting with our higher education peers, we have made the decision to transition to distance learning (online, virtual, etc) beginning the Monday after Spring Break for a two-week trial period, after which the situation will be re-evaluated. The health and well-being of our Carl Albert students, staff, and faculty remains our priority. Your campus leadership continues to closely monitor the evolution and spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). The situation continues to evolve nearly daily, so we remain in close communication with the local and state departments of health, our resources at the Office of the State Regents for Higher Education, and fellow higher education peers.” - Update from CASC Full press release can be viewed here: https://okwnews.com/news/whatzup/updated-carl-albert-state-college-covid-19-press-release. Email Mrs. Wright margowright@howeschools.org if you have any questions. #HPSLions
A message from OSSAA re: State Basketball Championship Tourn h/t Mrs. Donathan #HPSLions
Here are two resources shared with our school Nurse Lori Hall today during a LeFlore Co Health Dept Webinar:
OK State Dept of Health COVID-19 Home Care Guidance
https://5il.co/dv7x
OK State Dept of Health COVID-19 Large Gatherings Guidance
031620_home_care_eng
For more information visit: Coronavirus.health.ok.gov
and follow Twitter.com/HealthyOklahoma & Facebook.com/OklahomaHealth
#HPSLions
In compliance with the mandatory statewide school closure decision of the Oklahoma Board of Education, Howe Public Schools will be closed until April 5th. This period of closure includes many events, including Jr/Sr Prom. Once school resumes, rescheduling may be considered based upon CDC & OK SDE guidelines at that time. #HPSLions
Our school nurse Lori Hall and our Resource Officer Jody Cooper attended an informational mtg with the LeFlore Co Health Dept earlier today. We will share resources from this meeting, but you are also invited to attend a repeat of the mtg today at 3 pm. Here’s the info:
To protect the health of our community partners and members, planned in-person community meetings for COVID-19 updates are cancelled. However, keeping you informed is important, and we are hosting conference calls this week for partners and citizens in Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Coal, Latimer, LeFlore, McCurtain, Pittsburg and Pushmataha.
To join, please call our conference call service at:
(605) 472-5339
When prompted please enter the
Access Code 331844 followed by the ‘#’ sign.
Calls will be held at multiple times throughout the week:
March 16th
10:00 a.m.
2:00 p.m.
March 17th
11:00 a.m.
3:00 p.m.
March 18th
11:00 a.m.
March 19th
11:00 a.m.
Today's featured value is resilience.
You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Welcome every difficult situation as a teacher that is helping you to learn and grow. #HPSValues
As a result of the Oklahoma State School Board, ALL schools in OK will be ordered to cease operations effective March 17 - Apr 6, to include all instruction, extracurricular activities, etc. #HPSLions
School closures expected in Oklahoma until April 6. See attached release. #HPSLions
The state Board of Education has scheduled a 4 p.m. emergency meeting to consider mandatory statewide school closure. Via @OSSBA
Today's featured value is: resilience
You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea:
We must help each other through difficult situations. Offer a helping hand, or ask someone for help. #HPSValues #HPSLions
Mr. Parks, Howe Supt along with all OK school Supts will be attending a 2 pm conference call today (3/16) with the OKSDE led by State Supt, Joy Hofmeister for an update on the COVID19 pandemic. An update will be shared after this mtg. #HPSLions
Parents: Visit https://5il.co/dqf0 for letter from Mr. Scott Parks, Howe Superintendent regarding a COVID19 communictaion update for Howe Public Schools. Letter can be accessed via school website in documents folder as well. www.howeschools.org
“***Due to the public health concern, the OSSAA has postponed all the State Basketball Tournaments.
We will update the OSSAA website as to when the tournaments will be rescheduled.***” via @OSSAAonline
Official word from OSSAA the State Basketball Tournament has been postponed. No games will be played this weekend. #HPSLions
FYI Per Mr Parks’ phone conversation with the OSSAA, according to David Jackson Executive Dir OSSAA the entire OSSAA Class 2A basketball tournament has been postponed. Pending news conference at 12:30 pm for official statement. STAY TUNED! for additional information! #HPSLions
Lindsey Reppen-Freshman - Howe FFA and Preslee Jackson-7th grade -Howe 4H had the privilege of meeting Oklahoma Governor Stitt today. Both girls are showing pig gilts at the 105th annual Oklahoma Youth Expo (OYE) this week at the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds in OKC. Governor Stitt stopped by close to their pens and was showing his support for FFA and 4H students. Good luck to all our Howe FFA & 4-H students! @NationalFFA @OKFFA #HoweFFA
Good luck to our Howe Lady Lions and Lions! Take State!! See bracket for game times and location! #HPSLions
The following Howe HS students were honored today during the National Technical Honor Society induction ceremony at Kiamichi Technology Center in Poteau.
Ashley Cauthen - Health Careers
Tami Sumpter - Health Careers
Camryn Vickers - Health Careers
Erika Armstrong - Health Careers
Elijah Bautista - HVAC
Congratulations to our Howe HS Inductees!
#HPSLions
To watch a live stream of any of the Class 2A State Championship Tournament games, you’ll need to setup an account on the NFHS Network. Looks like a $10.99 per month (cancel anytime) subscription. They have exclusive rights to ALL games this year. OSSAA is not providing any streaming licenses for any games. https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/ossaa/gama7bff9582b #HPSLions
There is a National Honor Society Candidate Information meeting at 11:25 in the auditorium on Wednesday, March 11. Mrs. Ford will be discussing member requirements and the selection process. Teachers have a list of eligible students in their email. #HPSLions
Pep rally at 1:15 on Wednesday. The Lions and Lady Lions are state bound!!!❤️🎉🎉Proud to be a LION! #HPSLions
Here is the JH Baseball Panama Tournament Bracket. The Panama Tournament will start March 23-28. Please follow the link to print or download the bracket: https://5il.co/diee
Great memory (3/9/2014) from Howe Alumni & former Howe Lion basketball player, Colton Williams’ Mom Stacey: “Howe High School was established in 1907, and a hundred years later the 2007 High School Basketball team made their first trip to State Playoffs! I remember this so well....emotions were running everywhere, and I know it was the best thing that ever happened in these boys’ lives! They made it to the semi-finals, but unfortunately, they came up short! I know they wouldn't have traded that experience for anything, and I was so proud of them for giving it their all! I would like to congratulate the 2013 Howe Lions for advancing to State playoffs......and bring home that Gold Ball!!! 🏀🏆” - Stacey Harrison
And now, forward to 2020, and the Lions are headed back to STATE for the 3rd time in our school’s history! You know what they say, “3rd time is the charm!” #UnfinishedBusiness #GoHowe #LionNation
Congratulations! Mr. Scott Parks, Superintendent from Howe Public Schools has been selected for the OYE Chairman Award. This award is to honor his outstanding
accomplishments and support on behalf of students of the Howe FFA and 4-H programs. He has been chosen by the ANSI Board of Directors in consultation with
the Oklahoma Youth Expo Awards Committee. He has always been a huge supporter of Howe FFA and Howe 4-H programs in all endeavors; livestock, Agricultural Mechanics, Career Development Events, Speeches, etc. He has facilitated opportunities for growth and productivity for the programs. He will be
recognized March 19th 2:00 pm in the Jim Norick Arena in Oklahoma City in conjunction with activities at the Oklahoma Youth Expo. #HPSLions @OKFFA @NationalFFA
Reminder: All Baseball Games for the week March 9-13 have been postponed and will be rescheduled due to the State Basketball Tournament. #HPSLions
Today's featured value is:TRUE BEAUTY You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Make someone feel special, and noticed today.#HPSLions #HPSValues
All JH Baseball Games for the week of March 9-13 have been postponed and will be rescheduled at a later date due to the State Basketball Tournament. #HPSLions
Class 2A HS Basketball State Championship Tournament Bracket #HPSLions
Congratulations to both our Lady Lions and Lions as they earned their way into the “Elite 8” in the Class 2A Basketball State Championship scheduled for Thursday, March 12-14!
Both teams will play in the quarter-finals on Thursday, March 12. The Howe Lions will play Minco at 2 pm at Yukon. The Howe Lady Lions will play Caddo at 8:30 pm at Mustang.
Due to the State Championship Tournament game schedule, school will be dismissed on Thursday and Friday, March 12 & 13 to allow for our Howe Fans to attend games. (Just a reminder, Spring Break is scheduled for March 16-20.)
Good luck Howe! Having both teams in the State Tournament together has only happened once before in Howe School history! What an amazing accomplishment!
Mrs. Parks will be seeking permission to LIVE STREAM all quarter- and semi-final games through OSSAA. She will publish additional viewing information later in the week.
#HoweProud #HoweYeah #LionNation #GoldBallChasing #TakeState #HPSLions #WeBelieve
CONGRATULATIONS Lions! Total domination by the Howe Lions! They punched their ticket to the STATE CHAMPIONSHIP with a HUGE win over Okemah 61-40 #HPSLions #StateBound
End of 3rd, Lions maintaining strong lead over Okemah 45-25 #HPSLions
At the half, Lions lead 29-14 over Okemah. #HPSLions Area II consolation championship GO LIONS! (photo from last night’s win over Wewoka by H. Cooper)
Congratulations to Jeremiah Eaton bronze overall Ag Mechanics individual at the Leflore County Spring Show Agricultural Mechanics Contest!!
Congratulations to Ashlynn Thompson, Preslee Jackson, Jacob Leatherwood, and James Leatherwood on making the premium sale and presenting their animals tonight!!
Congratulations Lady Lions! They are headed to the BIG HOUSE! Area Champions! #HPSLions
Congratulations Howe Lions!
Amazing win over Wewoka 61-60!
B. Oglesby with a 3-pt buzzer beater to take the lead and secure the win!
The boys advance to the Area II Consolation Final tomorrow at 8 pm at Olkmulgee! GOOD LUCK LIONS!
(Photo by Holly Cooper)
Good luck Howe Lions in today’s Area Consolation game! They will play Wewoka at the Mvskoke Dome in Okmulgee today at 3 pm! The Lady Lions will play at 6:30 pm this evening against Hartshorne for the Area Championship. Good luck Lady Lions! #HPSLions
Extra playoff apparel not claimed from first order:
White t-shirt Small; white t-shirt XL; red long-sleeve youth lg. Plz SMS Mrs. Parks at 918.721.3326 before 10 am to claim Thank! you!
Congratulations Lions! They advance in the Area Consolation Tourn with a 58-75 win over Liberty! They will play again tomorrow at 3 pm. #HPSLions
Howe FFA & 4H members making the premium sale @ Leflore County Livestock show last week!
Today's featured value is: SPREAD YOUR WINGS You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Plan a trip to a place you've always wanted to visit.#HPSLions #HPSValues
Good luck to the Howe trap shooting team today as they compete at the Southeast Regional Shoot at the Oil Capital Rod and Gun Club.
Blue & Gold will be here today! It can be picked up by FFA Members after school through 4:30 today and again Thursday after school.
Today's featured value is: SPREAD YOUR WINGS You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Do something today that you've always wanted to do, even if it feels scary; sometimes you have to do it afraid anyway.#HPSLions #HPSValues
MS Dance 2020
Kindergarten students had a great time at the petting zoo today! Thank you Mr. Marshall and Howe FFA for doing this for our students! #HPSLions
Howe FFA hosting a petting zoo for lower elementary students today!
Don’t miss the Black Out Pep Rally tomorrow (3/4) at 1:15 pm! Wear your neon or white and bring your glow sticks! #HPSLions
Starting off day 2 of FFA Week with Tractor day, petting zoo, and hillbilly/ overall day plenty of pictures to come
Kindergarten students enjoyed celebrating Dr. Seuss's birthday with Mrs. Ford and the NHS students today.
Kindergarten students enjoyed celebrating Dr. Seuss's birthday with Mrs. Ford and the NHS students today.
FFA Members: Blue & Gold will be here Wednesday, make arrangements to pick it up after school
Good Luck to our Howe Lions as they advance to the Area II Tournament in the Consolation Bracket. Our Lions will play Liberty at the Mvskoke Dome in Okmulgee on Thursday, March 5 at 8 pm Just a reminder, FINAL PLAYOFF ORDERS are due Tues., March 3 at 8 AM bit.ly/howeplayoffs #HPSLions (photos by Holly Cooper)
Congratulations to our Howe Lady Lions! They are Area II Regional Champions and advance to the Area Championship on Friday. The Lady Lions will play Hartshorne at the Mvskoke Dome in Okmulgee Friday, March 6 at 6:30 pm GOOD LUCK! The FINAL PLAYOFF APPAREL orders are due by 8 AM on Tuesday, March 3. bit.ly/howeplayoffs #HPSLions
Howe FFA members cooking and serving breakfast for Staff Appreciation day to kick off FFA week!!!
The Lions lost a hard-fought game to Okemah at Okemah in the Area II Regional Championship. Good luck to our Howe Lions as they advance to the Area Tourn #HPSLions
Leflore County Livestock show pig day
After a double over time with Central, the Lady Lions win the Area II Regional Championship at Okemah 64-56 #HPSLions
HHS had 7 students compete at District Vocal Solo Contest today! They all did an amazing job. Anna, Zoie, and Zoe will compete at State in April.
Leflore Co Livestock Show cattle show today congratulations Balie Moore 1st in class
Attention: here are some available workshops on how to apply for scholarships and on how to raise ACT scores. Please follow the links if you would like to download or print a copy of one of these flyers. https://5il.co/dbzw, https://5il.co/dbzx
Congratulations to Walker Bryan Champion county bred & owned sheep!
Congratulations Ashlynn Thompson Reserve Grand Champion Doe, Leflore County Livestock Show and all our other goat and sheep showmen today!
Congratulations Ashlynn Thompson Reserve Grand Champion Doe, Leflore County Livestock Show and all our other goat and sheep showmen today!
Howe FFA and 4-H students will be competing in the Leflore Co Livestock show starting today through Saturday
Today's featured value is: PASSION You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Find something you are interested in, and learn as much as you can about it. #HPSLions #HPSValues
Howe school staff: For Staff Appreciation Day, Howe FFA will be serving you breakfast in the Ag Building Monday morning beginning @ 9 AM Blue & Gold will be served!
Just a reminder, 2nd playoff orders will arrive tomorrow. Please bring payment and pick-up by end of school day. We will attempt to place a 3rd order. Orders are due Monday, March 2 at 3 pm. 3rd orders will arrive on March 5 in time for Area. http://bit.ly/howeplayoffs #HPSLions
EXTRA Playoff Apparel. We have a few t-shirts left from last week's order. We will have a few extra hoodies tomorrow as well. Let Mrs. Parks know what you need.
T-shirts on hand: Small White; XL White; Qty 2 Med Red; XL Red; Small Red Hoodie; Med Red Hoodie, Lg Red Hoodie, XL Red Hoodie, Qty 2 Med White Hoodies, Lg White Hoodie, XL White Hoodie #HPSLions
Once a Lion, ALWAYS a Lion! We loved seeing this group of HHS alums at Districts last week. Three Williams girls, Linda, Joann, Bobbi, and the Watkins brother and sister, Carol and HL. Two great Howe families. We hope to see all of you at playoffs! Don’t they look great in their Howe playoff shirts! (From the Howe Alumni Page - posted by V. Jirash) #HPSLions
Best of luck to these five Seniors interviewing for the CASC Scholars Program this morning:
Kaleb Brown
Caleb Fletcher
Alexis Armstrong
Autumn Jones
Dustin Parker
Your HHS family is SUPER PROUD of each of you!
#HPSLions #HearUsRoar
Today's featured value is: PASSION You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Be brave and try new things; you may discover a new passion.#HPSLions #HPSValues
CONGRATULATIONS! Howe 4th grade student, Grace Cockburn placed 3rd in her division at the Oklahoma Student Inventors Exposition at Rose State College today! #HPSLions
Howe FFA will be observing FFA Week March 2-6 see schedule!!!
Just a reminder: The 2nd Playoff Apparel orders are DUE today by 3 pm, orders will arrive Thursday. http://bit.ly/howeplayoffs CONGRATULATIONS to both teams as they advance in playoffs and earned their District Championship on Saturday night at Howe. GOOD LUCK TO OUR LADY LIONS & LIONS at Regionals Thursday at Warner. Both teams face Warner: Lady Lions at 6:30 pm; Lions at 8 pm #HPSLions
Attention HS Students:
Celebrate the West 2020 Art Competition
This regional art competition challenges high school students to create works inspired by their state.
WGA’s visual arts challenge, sponsored by the Western Governors’ Foundation, is open to high school students in the 19 Western states and three U.S.-flag islands served by the nonpartisan policy association.
Entrants from WGA member states will create original two-dimensional artwork inspired by their state or informed by living in the West. Students may draw ideas from a variety of sources, including state history, landmarks, natural resources, National Parks and Monuments, people, communities and culture.
The deadline is April 30. Visit the site for all the details, and submit your work today! https://opsrc.us8.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f9653725c8075c5fd967e9e44&id=33ed2c8f2a&e=3f2d87cba3
Today's featured value is: PASSION You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Surround yourself with other passionate people—soak up their energy.#HPSLions #HPSValues
Today's featured value is: OPTIMISM You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Words are powerful; speak positively to change the mood of a situation.#HPSLions #HPSValues
Just a reminder: Playoff Apparel will arrive today. Orders will be sorted and pickups can start tomorrow (time TBD). Thank you! If you missed this week's order, a 2nd order will be placed & apparel will arrive next Thursday. 2nd Orders DUE Feb. 24. http://bit.ly/howeplayoffs GOOD LUCK TO OUR LADY LIONS & LIONS as they enter DISTRICT PLAYOFFS on Saturday at Howe! #HPSLions
Today's featured value is: OPTIMISM You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Surround yourself with positive people. #HPSLions #HPSValues
Today's featured value is: OPTIMISM You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Gratitude is a great way to shift perspective; what are you grateful for today?#HPSLions #HPSValues
Congratulations Coach Greg Nichols and the Howe Lions! The Lions got their 21st win of the season last night against Muldrow, and it was CAREER WIN #600 for Coach Nichols! Big CONGRATS Coach! #HPSLions
Schedule Update: Today's (2/18) JV game at Muldrow has been changed to be a JV GIRLS Game instead of JV boys and game will start at 4:45 pm instead of 5 pm to accommodate Muldrow's Senior Night Ceremony. The HS Games will start as scheduled. #HPSLions
Today's featured value is: OPTIMISM You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Replace problem-focused thinking with solution-focused thinking.#HPSLions #HPSValues
Just a reminder . . . Playoff Apparel ORDERS are DUE Tuesday by 8 AM! Show your support all the way to STATE! Please go online and order now! http://bit.ly/howeplayoffs Good luck Lady Lions and Lions! #HPSLions
Congratulations to Connor Morris for being recognized as an Oklahoma Academic Scholar!
Today's featured value is: OPTIMISM You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Accept that difficult times are part of life, but never lose hope.#HPSLions #HPSValues
Just a reminder, HS Basketball Playoff Apparel orders are DUE Tuesday, Feb 18 at 8 AM. Orders can be placed at: http://bit.ly/howeplayoffs Orders will arrive on Thursday, Feb 20 & pickup will start on Friday. #HPSLions
Today's featured value is: LOVE You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Make a handmade gift for someone you care about.#HPSLions #HPSValues
Attention Native American Seniors: The Oklahoma Indian Student Honor Society nomination application is now open!
Students must have a 3.9 GPA, service/leadership activities, and Indian cultural activities. The OISHS is for high school and college students and nominations are due March 1, 2020. For more information about the application please visit:https://ocie.events.idloom.com/oklahoma-indian-honor-society2020 or contact Mrs. Parks #HPSLions
Happy Scholarship Thursday everyone!
This week's scholarship is for spouses or dependents of fallen or disabled servicemen and women in the US. Beneficiaries of the unmet need scholarship will receive scholarships awards that are up to $5,000 per academic year. Students must be in high school and concurrently enrolled in college classes, or undergraduate students enrolled in community college, college, or university; certificate/licensure/technical program.
For more information and to apply please visit: http://bit.ly/foldsofhonor2020 via @CNOHSSS
DEADLINE: MARCH 31, 2020
Today's featured value is: LOVE You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Tell five friends one thing you love about them.#HPSLions #HPSValues
Schedule/Location Update: The 7th/8th Lady Lions & Lions vs Panama at Howe on Thursday, Feb. 13; Possible JV Boys game following JH boys. All games at Howe; NO JV Girls #HPSLions
Dating violence in teens is becoming a larger and larger problem as the time goes on. Educated girls and boys about what to do if they are being abused and the best ways to prevent it from happening at all are through fun and energetic campaigns that give them real resources.
Today's featured value is: LOVE You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Practice self-love and compassion by doing something that makes you happy today.#HPSLions #HPSValues
Just a Reminder:
* 3YO-5th are not allowed to receive outside Valentine deliveries.
* 6-8 deliveries will be stored in the Lib & delivered at the end of the day.
Thank you for your help & support!
Congratulations to Raegan Ward for being approved for the Oklahoma State FFA degree!
Here is the new updated High School Basketball schedule. If you would like to print or download please follow this link: https://5il.co/cuq2
Howe will host the Class 2A Area II District 5 Playoffs on Feb 21-22. Howe will be joined by Wister and Colcord. A bracket will be shared at a later date.Order your playoff apparel now: http://bit.ly/howeplayoffs! GOOD LUCK LIONS & LADY LIONS! #HPSLions
Today's featured value is: LOVE You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea:Write a quick note to a loved one and leave it somewhere for them to find. You'll make their day. #HPSLions #HPSValues
It's Playoff Time Again! Show your support for the Howe Lions and Lady Lions as they enter tournament play! http://bit.ly/howeplayoffs
We are offering ONE great playoff design customized with both teams' rosters and cheerleaders on back that will show your HOWE PRIDE all the way to STATE! The apparel is available in Red OR White (Short-Sleeve, Long-Sleeve, and hoodies).
ALL 1st ORDERS (For DISTRICTS) DUE BY TUESDAY, FEB. 18 AT 8 AM. 1st Orders will arrive next Thursday, Feb 20 for District Playoffs. A 2nd, 3rd and 4th order will be placed if needed.
CASH PREFERRED! ALL PAYMENTS DUE BY FRIDAY, Feb. 21, 2020 3 P.M. Make checks payable to: Howe Schools For information contact Tammy Parks at tammygparks@howeschools.org
PRICES: Short Sleeve T-Shirt - $16* *Add'l $4 for 4X/Add'l $5 for 5X Long Sleeve T-Shirt - $18* *Add'l $4 for 4X/Add'l $5 for 5X Hoodie - $28* *Add'l $4 for 4X/Add'l $5 for 5X (We must have minimum of 12 hoodies for each color to place order) http://bit.ly/howeplayoffs #HPSLions
Just a reminder . . . PT Conferences/Parent Involvement Night starts NOW and concludes at 8 pm! We hope to see you soon! While you are here, take a selfie with your child and their teacher! The impact of parent involvement in their students’ #education cannot be understated. Send your photos and a short message on what #parentalinvolvement means to you and your student(s) to clelive2019@howeschools.org! Feel free to share your post online and hashtag #HPSLions & #ParentalInvolvement Thank you for your support in your child's education! #YouMatter
Mrs. Wright will discuss our Concurrent Enrollment Program tonight from 6:00 to 6:30 in the Concurrent Room of the High School. Plenty of time for Q&As will be given. The focus for this group is 10th and 11th grade parents/students, but 9th grade parents are welcome too.
Oklahoma's Promise information will be handed out and parents are welcome to ask questions in a meeting in the Concurrent Room from 6:30 to 7:00 tonight. The focus for this meeting is 8th-10th grade parents/students.
Today's featured value is: LIVE LIFE You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Be diligent about maintaining a healthy work-life balance.#HPSLions #HPSValues
We will honor senior & foreign exchange basketball players & cheerleaders before the Broken Bow game on Friday. Recognition events begin at 6:p.m. Participating students & parents should arrive by 5:45.
Today's featured value is: LIVE LIFE You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: When you are making life decisions, first ask yourself, "does this bring me joy?"#HPSLions #HPSValues
Just a reminder, See You At The Pole is scheduled for Wed, Feb 5 at 7:35 am Everyone is invited! #HPSLions
Varsity Game Update: Tonight's HS Varsity Game vs Quinton at Quinton will start immediately following the JH games. Also, a reminder that the JH game will start at 4:15 pm instead of 4 pm.
REMINDER: Don't forget that Friday, February 7th is a snow day.
REMINDER: There is a Parent Teacher Conference on Thursday, February 6th.
The JH Girls game will start today at 4:15 instead of 4:00.
National Honor Society will meet Tuesday, February 4 in Mrs. Ford's room at 11:45! Grab a to-go tray or bring your lunch.
Today's featured value is: LIVE LIFE You can Pass It On by doing today's values idea: Make a list of ten things you want to experience before the end of the year, and start working on the first one today! #HPSLions #HPSValues
CONGRATULATIONS! The Howe 6th & 7th grade Academic team is State bound! They competed earlier today in the OJABA Regional Meet to qualify for State! #HPSLions
From the OK Forestry Services “Can you believe that registration for the 2020 Youth Forestry Camp is now open?!? Camp is held at Beavers Bend State Park May 31st-June 5th and is for 13-15 year olds. For more information, message us of check the link below!”
http://www.forestry.ok.gov/forestrycamp
If you are interested in buying Blue and Gold please contact an FFA member or one of your officers! Orders are due February 12th and the delivery week is March 2nd. Money is due with your order! Checks payable to Howe FFA.
Our Howe Girls Who Code (GWC) Club has a membership of over 65 MS & HS girls! Help support GWC . . . if you are on Twitter, please tweet the video below along with #MakeSpaceForWomen
Olay (@OlaySkin) is supporting @GirlsWhoCode by donating $1 for every tweet using #MakeSpaceForWomen, up to $500K. Because 2/02 is more than just #SuperBowlLIV. Thank you! https://youtu.be/wXcV6v5LXIQ #HPSLions #STEM
Just a reminder: the School Spelling Bee is scheduled for today at 1:15pm in the auditorium. The Spelling Bee will be live streamed on the Howe Public Schools' Facebook page. #HPSLions
Congratulations to Howe Senior Raegan Ward! She had her official signing day on January 17th with Connors State College Archery Team. Raegan is the first female to be recruited for the team. She will be majoring in Forestry/Natural Resources. #HPSLions (photos by Amanda Dedmon)
Come out and support our 5th/6th grade & JH Lady Lions & Lions this evening at Howe! 5th/6th games will start around 3:30 pm in the New Gym & JH games will immediately follow, starting somewhere around 5:30 pm. GOOD LUCK HOWE! #HPSLions
Today's featured value is: FRIENDSHIP You can "Pass It On" by doing today's values idea: Show support by attending an event or performance that is important to a friend.#HPSLions #HPSValues
Mrs. Cooper's Environmental Science Classes & Science Club members traveled to Fayetteville, AR today for a field trip with meteorologist Dan Skoff at KNWA - watch for them on tonight's broadcast! @WeatherDan #HPSLions
Today's featured value is: FRIENDSHIP You can "Pass It On" by doing today's values idea: Host a regular game night with a group of your closest friends.#HPSLions #HPSValues
Congratulations Lady Lions and Lions! We are very proud of you! The Lady Lions are your 88th Annual LeFlore Co Tourn Champions and the Lions are your LCT Runner-ups. Also, big congratulations to our Howe athletes selected to the LeFlore Co Tourn All-Tourn Teams: Lions - Brayden Oglesby, Zayn Coggins and Eduardo Sanchez; Lady Lions - Shiloh Fletcher, Makayla Twyman and Girls’ Tourn MVP, Raelyn Delt! #HPSLions (photos by the amazing Holly Cooper)
During the announcing of both teams, turn on your cell phone lights to pulse! Woo hoo! #LCT2020 Go big RED!! Let’s LIGHT IT UP FOR THE HOWE LADY LIONS & LIONS!!!
Good luck to our Howe Lady Lions and Lions in tonight’s LCT Championship games at Spiro! Come out and support our teams . . . our student section theme is WHITEOUT! (photo by H. Cooper) #HPSLions
The School Spelling Bee will be Wednesday, January 29th at 1:15 in the auditorium. #HPSLions
It's LCT Semi-Final time EVERYONE! Be a part of this long-standing tradition to ROCK YOUR STUDENT SECTION at the 88th Annual LeFlore County HS Basketball Tourn. Howe students have ALWAYS had GREAT STUDENT SPIRIT & SPORTSMANSHIP! Come out tonight & tomorrow to support our Lady Lions & Lions in the semi-finals. Tonight's student section theme is: "Yee Yee" (Country or Camo)! Tomorrow night's theme is "Frat Boy"! Our Lady Lions will play Pocola tonight at 7 pm; Our Lions will play Whitesboro tomorrow at 8:30 pm Both games are at Spiro. #HPSLions #LetOurPrideBeYourPride #GoBIGRed
Today's featured value is: EQUALITY You can "Pass It On" by doing today's values idea: Avoid judgement and practice acceptance of all people.#HPSLions #HPSValues
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88th LeFlore Co HS Basketball Tourn Update:
Congratulations to the Howe Lions and Lady Lions! Both teams are headed to the Semi-Finals! The Lady Lions defeated Cameron 103-58 & the Lions defeated Wister 95-47! Here's a breakdown of the semi-final games:
Girls Thursday at Spiro - Howe Lady Lions vs Pocola at 7 pm (a rematch of last year’s championship game) Heavener vs, LeFlore at 8:30 pm;
Boys Friday at Spiro - Talihina vs Poteau at 7 pm; Howe Lions vs Whitesboro at 8:30 pm
GOOD LUCK HOWE! GO BIG RED!
#HPSLions
See You At The Pole is cancelled for Wednesday, Jan 22. #HPSLions
The Howe Lady Lions Basketball Team will play against Cameron at Panama High School tonight at 7:00. Please follow the link to view a printable bracket: https://5il.co/c347 #HPSLions
The Howe Lions Basketball Team will play against Wister at Panama High School tonight at 8:30. Please follow the link to view a printable bracket: https://5il.co/c346 #HPSLions
Howe Public School's Board of Education and Administration are proud to announce that Koda Glover will be joining our staff as Head Baseball Coach starting in the 2020-21 School Year. Coach Glover will officially start with Summer 2020 Baseball programs, and he will also oversee Elementary, Jr. High and High School programs as we start next school year. Join us in welcoming Koda to the Howe Lion Family! #HPSLions
JV Game Addition:
The JH Lady Lions & Lions will play Talihina today at Howe beginning at 4:30 pm; the JV Lady Lions and JV Lions will have games immediately following the JH games. (4 games total) #HPSLions
The Howe JH Lady Lions will be competing in the FINALS of the LeFlore Co JH Tournament today. The game time has been changed to 3:30 pm at Heavener. Our girls will face Poteau for the Championship. #HPSLions
The Howe Lions & Lady Lions will not be playing in this afternoon's Kingston tournament games due to inclement weather & travel conditions. Both teams are headed back home. #HPSLions
The Lions and Lady Lions both advanced in round 1 of the Kingston New Years Classic Basketball Tourn. The Lady Lions will play Silo today (1/10) at 4:20 pm. The Lions will face Dale today (1/10) at 5:40 pm at Kingston. Tourn games are streamed online at https://www.citylinktv.com/channel/kingston-the-redskin/ GO HOWE! #HPSLions
Good Luck to our Lions and Lady Lions as they enter first round play in the Kingston New Years Classic 2020 at Kingston, OK. both teams play today . . . The Lady Lions play Talihina at 1:40 pm and the Lions play Atoka at 5:40 pm. You can watch the games online at https://www.citylinktv.com/channel/kingston-the-redskin/ #HPSLions
Today's featured value is: AMBITION You can "Pass It On" by doing today's values idea: Complete the chore or task you've been putting off the longest.#HPSLions #HPSValues
Today's featured value is: AMBITION You can "Pass It On" by doing today's values idea: Tell yourself positive affirmations, especially when facing a challenge.#HPSLions #HPSValues
Calling all K-12 students! Bring your creativity to life in a Doodle that expresses this year's theme,
"I show kindness by..." Use markers, crayons, paint, or any medium you choose for the chance to be a
Doodle for Google winner.
The National Winner’s artwork will be featured on the Google homepage, and will win a $30,000 scholarship and a $50,000 tech grant for their school.
Submissions open January 6th and are due March 13, 2020.
doodle4google.com #HPSLions
The HS Basketball Leflore County Tournament begins January 20th. HS Basketball Boys will play against either Heavener or Wister at 8:30pm in Panama. The HS Basketball Girls will play against either Cameron or Talihina at 7pm in Panama as well. Both games will be on Tuesday Jan. 21st.
Game Update: Tuesday, Jan 7 - HS Basketball vs Panama at Howe (UPDATE: NO JV) #HPSLions
Today's featured value is: AMBITION You can "Pass It On" by doing today's values idea: Believe that you are deserving and capable of achieving your goals.#HPSLions #HPSValues
Headstart - 8th grade Class Group Yearbook Pictures are scheduled for Friday, Jan 10. HS classes will be scheduled at a later date. #HPSLions
5th/6th Basketball at Heavener 4 games
Thursday, January 9⋅at 4:30 pm
Game order: 5th boys/ 6th boys/ 5th girls / 6th girls
#HPSLions
3rd and 4th Basketball vs Heavener (4 games) at Howe
Wednesday, January 8 at 9 am
#HPSLions
Tuesday, Jan 7:
HS Basketball vs Panama at Howe (JV @ 5pm)
#HPSLions
The HS Basketball Kingston New Years Classic will begin January 9th. HS Girls will play against Talihina at 1:40pm and HS Boys will play against Atoka at 5:40pm. Please follow the link to view the printable brackets-https://5il.co/c33b
The JH LeFlore Co Basketball Tourn starts today. Howe is serving as a sub-site. Here are Monday's games for the Girls:
GIRLS: Monroe vs Shady Point 4:30 at Howe
GIRLS: Pocola vs Fanshawe 6:30 at Howe
GIRLS: Howe vs Bokoshe 7:30 at Howe
Printable bracket: https://5il.co/c2ny
#HPSLions
The JH LeFlore Co Basketball Tourn starts today. Howe is serving as a sub-site. Here are Monday's games for the Boys:
BOYS: Spiro vs Pocola 5:30 pm at Howe
BOYS: Howe vs Cameron 8:30 pm at Howe
Printable bracket: https://5il.co/c2nw
Today's featured value is: AMBITION You can "Pass It On" by doing today's values idea: Listen to your favorite upbeat song when you need some motivation.#HPSLions #HPSValues
The National Honor Society would like to thank all of the generous sponsors who donated to our Silent Auction:
Heavner Central National Bank,
Heavner First National Bank,
Ron's Discount Lumber,
Pizza Hut,
Jamie Nobles,
Katoma Caldwell,
Ambition Nutrition,
Raegan Ward,
Donut Palace,
Cindy Mitchell,
Mark-It Place,
Cheyenne Gibson,
Sidewinder Signs,
Missy Alexander at Fancy Plants,
Stage, and
Purple Plume.
December Students of the Month.
High School Intern Program Feature - Tyler Townley
Intern (Office Aide) with Jon Mitchell, Mitchell Rentals
"Tyler works very hard getting rentals cleaned up and checked out for Mitchell Rentals. Great effort," Cindy Mitchell, Howe Business Instructor.
Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article-https://clelive.org/1746/student-life/high-school-inte…re-tyler-townley/
High School Student Intern Feature: Kenlei Duvall
Intern (Technicians's Assistant) with Emma Martin, Elite Therapy
"This internship has been a great opportunity for Kenlei to develop patience and compassion at Elite Therapy. She has a super commitment to others," Cindy Mitchell, Howe Business Instructor.
Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article-https://clelive.org/1727/student-life/high-school-stud…re-kenlei-duvall/
High School Student Intern Feature: Kaleb Brown
Intern (Teacher's Assistant) with Mrs. Mitchell, HS Business Instructor
"One of Kaleb's great qualities are willingness to perform tasks," said Mrs. Mitchell.
Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article- https://clelive.org/1738/student-life/high-school-stud…ture-kaleb-brown/
High School Intern Program Feature - Cheyenne Gibson
Intern with Mrs. Mitchell, HS Business Instructor
"Cheyenne has demonstrated much initiative while helping Mrs. Mitchell's students in the technology class. Your desire to see students succeed is greatly demonstrated," Cindy Mitchell, Howe Business Instructor.
Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article-https://clelive.org/1710/uncategorized/high-school-inte…-cheyenne-gibson/
Congratulations to Howe Junior, Brayden Oglesby. He was recently selected to serve on State Superintendent Joy Hofmeister's 2019 Student Advisory Council at the Oklahoma State Department of Education.
Supt Hofmeister mentioned in Brayden's acceptance letter, "I am so proud of your exemplary academic achievement. I look forward to watching you reach your goals in the future, and I hope you will continue to serve Oklahoma with your distinguished leadership. Your leadership and willingness to serve is of great value to your community and state. You are an inspiration to many."
Howe Public Schools is very proud of you Brayden for being selected to this prestigious council. Your voice represents the many small, rural high school students in our State! Congratulations! #HPSLions
High School Intern Program Feature - Peyton Stubbs
Intern (Cosmetology Assistant) with Amy Weldon, House of Style
"My interning time at the House of Style has positively impacted my life not only as a student, but also as an adult. Because of this program I have found out what field I want to pursue for the rest of my life."
Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article-https://clelive.org/1706/showcase/high-school-inte…re-peyton-stubbs/
High School Intern Program Feature - Codi Williams
Intern (Technician's Assistant) with Leon Mitchell, Mitchell Veterinary
"[The internship] has helped prepare me for real life events. I will be going to college and joining the workforce within the next year and I feel that, internship has prepared me for that."
Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article- https://clelive.org/1744/student-life/high-school-inte…re-codi-williams/
High School Intern Program Feature - Jade McCoy
Intern (Office Aide) with Mitzy Lynn, Elementary Secretary
"Jade has been a great asset to the elementary office this semester. Thank you for your contributions," Cindy Mitchell, Howe Business Instructor. Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article- https://clelive.org/1749/student-life/high-school-inte…ature-jade-mccoy/
High School Intern Program Feature - Cris Garcia
Intern (Teacher's Assistant) with Mrs. Parks, Instructional Technology Director
"It's given me a real-world outlook on getting tasks done for it and recording myself every week through journals. It's prepared me for later jobs in my strengths."
Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article-https://clelive.org/1673/student-life/high-school-inte…ture-cris-garcia/
High School Student Intern Feature- Conor Carter
Intern (Teacher's Assistant) with Mrs. Parks, Instructional Technology Director
"I believe that my internship has given me confidence and communication skills vital to communicating ideas to my peers."
Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article.
High School Student Intern Feature- Xaide Deatherage
Intern (Teacher's Assistant) with Mrs. Parks, Instructional Technology Director
"Xaide is learning a lot about technology as Mrs. Park's intern and the commitment it takes to complete the tasks at hand. Nice job," Cindy Mitchell, Howe Business Instructor.
Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article-https://clelive.org/1688/student-life/intern-student-f…xaide-deatherage/
High School Student Intern Feature - Autumn Jones
Intern (Cashier) with Justin Plummer, Angry Mullet
"Autumn benefits the Angry Mullet, by helping get things started in the morning and even works on the weekends when its crazy." - Justin Plummer
Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article- https://clelive.org/1699/student-life/intern-student-f…ure-autumn-jones/
High School Intern Program Feature - Anna Shepherd
Intern (Office Aide/Activities Coor Asst.) with Jackie Lillard, The Oaks
"I have learned so much from the residents at the home. Most of them are always so happy and they have taught me that there is always a reason to smile and be thankful even in the worst situations."
Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article- https://clelive.org/1723/student-life/high-school-inte…re-anna-shepherd/
High School Intern Program Feature - Nayeli Lopez
Intern (Teacher's Assistant) with Mrs. Cooper, HS Science Teacher
"I have learned more about growth within myself and how to be a better person and to take what wisdom I get and put it to use."
Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article- https://clelive.org/1731/student-life/high-school-inte…ure-nayeli-lopez/
Intern Student Feature: Alexis Armstrong
Intern (Counselor's Assistant) with Angie Duncan, River Valley Counseling Services
"I have learned so much from my internship. I learned that this is exactly what I want to be doing when I graduate."
Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article-https://clelive.org/1675/student-life/intern-student-f…alexis-armstrong/
High School Intern Program Feature - Jeffery Shipman
Intern (Teacher's Assistant) with Mrs. Donathan, HS English Teacher
"Jeffery has been helping Mrs. Donathan and completing tasks which allows her more time for to complete lessons. Thanks for the commitment," Cindy Mitchell, Howe Business Instructor.
Please follow the link or scan the QR code to view the article-
https://clelive.org/1737/student-life/high-school-inte…-jeffery-shipman/
FFA Members collected snack and drink items to construct care packages for postal workers putting in extra hours this Christmas season. These were delivered to Heavener, Howe, and Poteau USPS employees and local UPS workers
High School Intern Program Feature - Hayli Baxter
Intern (Teacher's Assistant) with Karen LaRosa, Monroe Schools
"[The Internship program] has helped me learn that I have to be consistent with my attendance because people are counting on me to be there."
Please follow the link or scan the QR code
https://clelive.org/1726/student-life/high-school-inte…ure-hayli-baxter/
High School Student Intern Feature- Destiny Francis
Intern (Graphic Designer) with Wayne Gunn, Wayne Enterprises
"Destiny has learned two new computer software programs during her internship at Mark It Place and Wayne Enterprises," Cindy Mitchell, Howe Business Instructor.
Please follow this link or scan the QR code with your phone to read the full article- https://clelive.org/1752/student-life/high-school-inte…-destiny-francis/
Today's featured value is: FAMILY You can "Pass It On" by doing today's values idea:Take time to tell your family how much you appreciate their support.#HPSLions #HPSValues
Today's featured value is: FAMILY You can "Pass It On" by doing today's values idea: Invite someone who doesn't have relatives nearby to participate in your family activities.#HPSLions #HPSValues
The 7th Grade FIRST Lego League team competed at the State Championship this past weekend in Tulsa. Congrats on a great season!
Game time for 3/4 BB @ Wister tomorrow has been changed from 9am to 10am.
Rudolph is making his rounds! Be on the lookout! #HPSLions
Santa’s #1 reindeer has made a special trip all the way from the North Pole to visit his friends at Howe Public Schools! If you see him today, be sure to give him a warm Howe Lions’ welcome! #HPSLions
SCHEDULE UPDATE: 12/16 HS Basketball vs Panama at Panama (NO JV Games) Games start at 6:30 pm #HPSLions
On Tuesday, November 5th, our Howe FFA Sporting Clays Team competed at the SE Area
Sporting Clays Event and placed 1st and qualified for state. They then went to Arcadia on
November 13th to shoot at the state Sporting Clay shoot. Throughout this 2019-20 skeet
shooting year, they went to Connors, Area and the State competition. These boys worked very
hard this season. This team consists of Senior Tanner Scott, Junior Jeremiah Eaton, Junior
Camryn Wickware, Sophomore Jackson Morris, and 8th Grader Gage Carson.
CONGRATULATIONS HOWE LIONS!
The Howe Lions defeated Roland Saturday night (12/14) to earn the Championship title in the Choctaw Nation Invitational Tourn at Talihina!! Their record increases to 9-0! Congratulations to Brayden Oglesby, Tourn MVP and congratulations to Dustin Stimac & Zayn Coggins, All-Tourn team! #HPSLions
Today's featured value is: FAMILY You can "Pass It On" by doing today's values idea: Start a new family tradition.
#HPSLions #HPSValues
FFA Members: Do Not forget your donations for re-fueling Santa's sleigh are due Monday
GAME TIME UPDATE: The JH Basketball games vs LeFlore scheduled for Thursday. Dec. 19 will now start at 1 pm at Howe in the New Gym. #HPSLions
Don't forget, next week is Spirit Week, so show your school spirit by dressing up next week. #HPSLions
Monday- Pajama Day
Tuesday- Ugly Sweater/Holiday Cheer Day
Wednesday- Disney Character Day
Thursday- Red & White Day
Lady Lions vs Northside WATCH LIVE HERE: http://thenorthsidegrizzlies.com/broadcasts #HPSLions
Congratulations to the 5th & 6th grade Lions! They earned a 2nd Place finish in the Fanshawe Tournament! We are very proud of this team! #HPSLions
Choctaw Nation Invitational Tourn at Talihina HS, Dec 12-14; JV Lady Lions vs Roland
Thurs, Dec. 12 at 4:20 pm
Varsity Lions vs Luther
Thurs, Dec. 12 at 5:40 pm
GOOD LUCK HOWE! #HPSLions
Taco Bell Tourn of Champions at Northside High School
Dec. 12-14, 2019
Varsity Lady Lions vs Northside at 7 pm
Thursday, Dec 12
GOOD LUCK HOWE! #HPSLions
5th/6th game with Wister on Tuesday, Dec 17th has been moved to Wister and will start at 3:30.
Today's featured value is: JOY You can "Pass It On" by doing today's values idea: Go somewhere beautiful and watch a sunrise or sunset.#HPSLions #HPSValues
If you'd like to enter the "We Are Going" Student Art Contest, please see Mrs. Parks for more information or visit https://artcontest.larc.nasa.gov/about/
NASA’s Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia is inviting students grades K-12 to creatively visualize NASA’s science, technology and human exploration activities in the 2020 NASA Art Contest, using the theme “We Are Going.” The contest is open to all children grades K-12. #HPSLions
