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June 16, 2025
August 5, 2024
BOARD MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
BOARD ACTIONS
The Board approved the following agenda items:
Recommendation of employment of new personnel and
reassignments
Motion regarding renewal of employment for support personnel
Motion regarding the Quarterly District Transfer Capacities
For a full list of Board meeting items and attachments, please view the full agenda on our website.
BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
STEVE BURGER thanked the administration team for working this summer on upcoming policies, such as bell-to-bell no cell phones, updated dress codes, and some modifications to the attendance policy that will have a positive impact once school starts.
JUDY MULLEN HOPPER spoke to some recent legislative updates, highlighting the upcoming bell-to-bell cell phone policy to correspond with the new law, the removal of chronic absenteeism from state report cards, the new ability for earned sick leave to be used to extend maternity leave, and the “Grow Your Own Educator Program” allowing for donations for current employees to pay for educator training.
CHARITY AVERY thanked the teachers and custodians involved in summer school and programs. She appreciated PC West for helping her daughter and other students explore new opportunities this summer.
COLLETTE SHEPARD-MCINTIRE had no comments
Meeting Date: Monday, June 16, 2025, 5pm
Location: PC Administration Building
In Attendance: Board Members: President Steve Burger, Charity Avery, and Collette Shepard-McIntire; Superintendent Dr. Fred Rhodes, Deputy Board Clerk Chantil Baldwin
Next meeting: Monday, July 7, 2025, 5pm
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
We have some impressive news to share this afternoon as we recently had the privilege of hosting two international professors to visit Capps Middle School, Dr. Paula Maria Cardellino Alvarez, Researcher and Professor at the University ORT in Uruguay and Dr. Wesley Imms, an Associate Professor from the University of Melbourne Graduate School of Education in Australia. Joining the tour were guests from the architectural firm, DLR Group, Jim French and Dr. Marilyn Denison, our longtime partners from DLR that designed the award-winning Capps. After a tour of the Capps Campus, Professor Imms presented the results of his preliminary research, which he has conducted at Capps, as well as at schools in 9 additional countries. Dr. Imms is a global leader in research on learning environments, and his work explores how the design of school spaces can better support the skills our students need in today’s world, like collaboration, innovation, and creativity, by designing flexible spaces that embrace flexibility rather than uniformity.
Throughout the tour, our team had the opportunity to share how Capps reflects our District’s vision, and we spoke openly about what has worked, what we’ve learned, and how we continue to adapt to meet students’ needs through inspired staff innovation and enhanced educational experiences. We are proud to represent Putnam City on the global stage, and even more proud of the dedicated educators in our District who make this vision real.
And finally, when discussing dedicated educators, we acknowledge that even during summer break, many of our educators and administrators are spending their time to attend professional development sessions across the country. We want to take a moment to recognize this commitment to lifelong learning, as they continually add more tools to their already impressive professional toolboxes. While we hope our educators are also able to enjoy their break, rest, and rejuvenate, we must say thank you for their unparalleled dedication.
-Dr. Fred Rhodes
DISTRICT DATES & EVENTS
July 4 - District/School Offices Closed
HAPPENING AROUND PC
PC Foundation Community Fair
The Putnam City Schools Foundation threw an amazing community fair! Families picked up food, hygiene supplies, diapers, and even learning tools to use over the summer. Huge thanks to the Foundation for always putting our kids and community first!
Updates Coming to PCN, and more!
PC North is among many Putnam City schools getting major upgrades this summer, creating a fresh look for the next generation of Panthers. Same pride, new progress!
Keep an eye out for progress reports on construction projects happening at other sites across the District!
Professor Wesley Imms Visits Capps
Putnam City Schools was honored to welcome Professor Wesley Imms from the University of Melbourne to Capps Middle School. His visit highlighted our role in a global study focused on how learning environments impact student success. The DLR Group, who designed Capps, joined him in exploring how thoughtful design can support teaching and learning. We’re proud to represent Putnam City in this international research effort and excited to share the insights ahead.
Summer Meal Service
Join us at Capps MS every Monday through Friday from May 28 – June 27 for free breakfast and lunch! Open to all kids and teens ages 0–18. Come hungry, leave happy!
PC Proud
OSTA's Middle School Teacher of the Year
Congratulations to Eloise El Qacemi, 7th grade science teacher at Capps Middle School, who was named OSTA's Middle School Teacher of the Year at this year’s conference!
She was one of twelve Putnam City science educators who spent part of their summer at the Oklahoma Science Teaching Association Conference learning new strategies, trading ideas, and getting inspired for the year ahead. We’re so proud of Eloise and are grateful for the curiosity, energy, and passion our science team brings to their classrooms every single day!
INFORMATION & REMINDERS
Prep for 2025-2026! Family School Year Calendar
Registration Deadline: July 31, 2025
Putnam City Families,
Registration for current PC students is open for the 2025-2026 school year!
To receive a class schedule or to be placed in a class, all returning students must complete registration by July 31, 2025.
Steps to Complete Registration:
Complete your registration using the link sent to your email.
NEW! Provide Proof of Residency – Upload a current utility bill (water, gas, or electric) with your name and address. You can submit a screenshot, scanned copy, PDF, or photo of your bill.
If you have any questions, please contact the Putnam City Enrollment Office.
Summer Learning Activities and Resources
Check out these summer learning activities and resources!
From elementary to middle school, here are some fun activities and resources to keep the brains in gear between splashes in the pool and fun on the playground.
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