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August 5, 2024

As we complete our first week of the 2024-2025 school year, I am thrilled to share that our first four days have started out strong. Our students and staff have returned with enthusiasm, and it’s clear that we are all eager to make “every beat count” this school year.

Our families may have noticed a recurring theme this year on social media and in the local news: “Every Beat Counts.” While our official District branding and logo remain the same, proudly featuring the torch of knowledge and the motto “Go Boldly,” I want to highlight this exciting new districtwide theme. For the first time in many years, we have introduced a unifying theme that resonates across all our sites and campuses. The phrase “Every Beat Counts” is more than just words – it’s a call to action. It is a challenge to all of us to make a difference in the lives of not only our students, but everyone.  Through the vibrant visual elements of music and boombox graphics, combined with empowering messaging, we aim to inspire every member of our community. Whether you are a student, staff member, parent or guardian, this theme encourages you to make every beat count in your unique way this 2024-2025 school year.  

This week, we are especially excited to celebrate a major milestone for our District. On Thursday afternoon, we will be hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house at the new home of the Putnam City Aviation Program, located at the Wiley Post Airport. We will hear from guest speakers from the aviation facility, open the doors to our distinguished guests to tour the facility and talk with our students and teachers. This innovative facility represents our commitment to providing unique and specialized opportunities for our students and we are thrilled to cross the milestone and be pioneers in the Career Tech and Aviation fields.

Looking ahead, we are also excited about the annual Putnam City Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on August 26th. This event will honor four notable athletics alumni from each high school, celebrating their lifetime achievements and contributions to our District. Additionally, the 1977 Putnam City Pirates Football State Championship Team will be inducted. It’s a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the rich history of our athletics programs and to inspire our current students to strive for excellence.

September 2 - Labor Day - No School

Capps Middle School had the honor of hosting 200 dedicated school nurses from across Oklahoma on July 24th and 25th! It was an inspiring two days filled with learning, networking, and collaboration. Thank you to everyone who participated and made the event a success!

The Back-to-School Bash hosted at Western Oaks Middle/Elementary School for students at WOMS, WOES, and PCW was a triumph thanks to the amazing community support! Free haircuts, health guidance, and school supplies are just a few of the numerous essential resources that were there to kickstart a fantastic school year! Putnam City West student organizations were in attendance to support their younger peers with cheers and drum beats as well. Now these students can officially say they are ready for the new school year!

Two of our very own PC Maintenance Staff put on their hero capes to rescue some baby ducks that fell into a drain at Tulakes Elementary. Our support staff truly are heroes for our schools (and ducks)!

Our teachers haven't officially returned to school yet, but many of them are already hard at work in their classrooms making sure their rooms are fresh, positive, warm, and welcoming environments for their new students. Check out Ms. Price, one of our Dennis Elementary Teachers, as she talks to KOCO about setting up her new classroom.

All school supply lists are now available on our website under the Families tab.

High Schools do not have general schoolwide supply lists. Please be prepared with paper, pens/pencils, folders, and notebooks. Teachers will provide the specific supplies needed for each course via syllabi.

Putnam City Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, identity, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or disability. Translations are completed by Google Translate.