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All school sites are closed March 15-22 and district offices are closed March 21 and 22. Have a wonderful break, Tigers!
Broken Arrow Public Schools is excitedly hosting its IN-PERSON Teacher Job Fair from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, in the lobby and board room at the Education Service Center, located at 701 S. Main Street.
“This job fair is a great way to expedite the introduction process between our school sites and those interested in learning more about what it means to be part of the Broken Arrow family,” Broken Arrow Public Schools Director of Employee Relations Lindsay Drake said. “With 31 school sites, we have crucial teaching positions that will need to be filled for the 2024-25 school year.”
The district offers fully paid health insurance and retirement, tuition reimbursement, mentorship programs for first year teachers, a generous leave policy, professional development and stipend opportunities, and a community atmosphere.
District representatives will be present to answer any questions, and online applications will be available on site. Applications can also be completed online before the job fair by visiting www.baschools.org/careers. For more information, please call the human resources department at 918-259-5704.
Broken Arrow Public Schools launched of a new program, Parent University, in January 2024. This initiative is designed to provide parents with practical tips and strategies to enhance their parenting skills and foster positive relationships with their children.
Boost your online security by attending this free event to hear the latest technology updates from special guest speaker Anthony Meter from Homeland Security Computer Forensics. This event aims to equip families with cyber safety insights and actionable tips to protect you and your children from online threats. <Download flier.>
Please register online to attend this event.
Event Details:
Date: April 4
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Venue: Central on Main – 210 N. Main St. Broken Arrow, OK
Practice tests for the online Oklahoma School Testing Program assessments are now available online via a web browser. The OSTP assessments will be given starting in April.
Students in grades 3-8 and 11 should use these practice questions to become familiar with the online tools available as well as the formatting of the multiple-choice, constructive response and technology enhanced items. All available online tools are unlocked for the practice questions to allow for students who need accommodations (e.g. text-to-speech). For the actual test, only students with a valid Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), 504 Plan or English Language (EL) accommodation will receive the accommodated online tools.
Please note that the intent of the practice tests is not to predict a student’s performance level on the operational assessment, but to familiarize them with the online platform.
Visit the online practice test webpage at https://okpracticetest.cognia.org/student/login. Login credentials are not required for the practice test. Use the drop-down menu under “Select a Test” to select one of the practice tests listed below. Then click “Go."
Grades 3-8
Grade 11
Note: If login credentials are requested, clear your browser’s cache and relaunch the practice test webpage.
Students in grade 11 will also take the ACT with Writing. ACT provides students with ACT resources on their website, which includes information on preparing for the ACT, setting up MyACT Account, tips for taking the ACT and practice tests. In addition, practice test in English and Spanish can be downloaded here.
Parent, Student & Teacher Guides
More testing resources can also be found on the Oklahoma Office of Assessments website.
Please contact the school site's counseling office for more information about the upcoming assessments.
The Oklahoma State Department of Education named Broken Arrow Public Schools Rosewood Elementary teacher Mrs. Amanda Bowser as one of 10 finalists in the search for the 2024 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year.
“Mrs. Amanda Bowser is the epitome of dedication, service and excellence in education,” Rosewood Elementary Principal Nate Hutchings. “Her commitment, passion and love for teaching her students is a light and inspiration for so many. I consider Mrs. Bowser to be an irreplaceable educator leaving a life changing impact on her students each year. All of her Rosewood family are so very proud of her accomplishment as a top 10 finalist for State Teacher of the Year.”
After being named the 2023 District Teacher of the Year for Broken Arrow Public Schools, Bowser was then selected as a State Teacher of the Year finalist. Her academic portfolio was reviewed by a panel of educators, lawmakers and civic leaders to secure the honor.
“I have come to strongly believe that what encompasses an outstanding teacher can be summed up in one word: Love,” Bowser said. “Love is pushing them, bending them to their growing point, but not letting them break. Love is high-fives each morning and hugs that linger until they let go first. It is recognizing the impact of a simple moment. Love knows each child’s success is not measured merely by a test. The most outstanding teachers I have ever known are the ones who love in the most incredible ways because they know love is the only thing that never fails.”
The 2024 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year will be named this summer.
Every year, the district recognizes five support employees who continually go the extra mile in support of the district’s goals and objectives.
Known as the Beyond and Above award, this year’s staff recognition program honors:
Congratulations to these five finalists who were nominated by their colleagues, administrators and supervisors.
One of the finalists will be named as the Support Employee of the Year at the Star Awards Gala on April 2.
For the 2024-25 school year, online enrollment is now open for Broken Arrow Public Schools’ Pre-K program. BAPS has three early childhood centers (ECC) and multiple Pre-K classrooms at various elementary schools (Arrowhead, Country Lane Primary, Liberty, Lynn Wood, Rhoades, Spring Creek, Timber Ridge, Vandever and Wolf
Creek) that serve Pre-K students. Pre-K students can also enroll in our Virtual Academy.
Pre-K placement is dependent on ECC and elementary geographic boundaries and site availability. Transportation to and from school is the responsibility of the parent/legal guardian. Please review the ‘frequently asked questions’ document.
Please note: Students will not secure a placement until all enrollment documents are received and approved. Please monitor your email frequently after application submission for correspondence from the Enrollment Center.
Parents/guardians do not have to visit the enrollment center if required documents are uploaded correctly. We encourage you to take advantage of this online service feature to avoid long wait lines.
Student must be four years old by Sept. 1, 2024 to enroll in Pre-K.
Step 1: Review and gather required documents and immunizations to enroll your student.
Step 2: Please access the online application link from any device with internet access.
Step 3: Monitor email for communication from an enrollment registrar to verify completion or need of additional documents
Customer service to our community is our top priority. If you need assistance, you may call us at 918-259-7400 or submit a service ticket. Every effort will be made to return correspondence the same day. However, due to high volume, we ask that you allow 24-48 hours for response. If you need immediate assistance, please visit us in-person and a registrar will assist you. The enrollment center is located at 210 N. Main Street in Broken Arrow.
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Calendar Week of March 17 - March 23, 2024