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Partnership Opportunities

There are a number of ways in which to partner with Broken Arrow Public Schools and its school sites through Engage BA. Our partners will have access to a list of specific school site needs and opportunities.

Please contact Engage BA Coordinator of Community Development Amanda Grace at 918-259-7473 for more information on how to get involved. 

In addition to specific school site needs, here are suggestions of ways to partner with us!

1. Volunteer
   • Literacy 
     • Become a "Reading Buddy"
     • Read to classes to stress the importance of literacy.
   • STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)
     • Develop or assist sites with projects to support real-world oriented connections to math and science.
   • Student Development/Citizenship
     • Join food drive efforts.
     • Upgrade a classroom by painting, updating outdoor spaces, providing supplies, etc. 
     • Serve as a judge for various school events.
2. Mentor 
   • Become a Big Brother or Big Sister to our students through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma 
     • Apply online at www.bbbsok.org/volunteer, interview and get matched with a BA student.
     • On average, you'll meet for one hour once a week at the child's school.
     • Although it takes place at school, this program is not limited to the classroom.
     • This program is all about providing friendship and guidance.
   • Be a Reading Champion 
     • Tutor a student for 45 minutes per week during the school year. 
     • Training will be provided.
   • College and Career Readiness
     • Provide classroom demonstrations on your business skill.
     • Participate in Broken Arrow High School's Career Exploration Program to give students an authentic learning experience in the business world. 
     • Host a facility tour.
     • Host a traditional workplace learning experience.
   • Financial Literacy 
     • Lead class or school presentations on financial management
3. Sponsor
   • Be Here BA: Help provide incentives to students who arrive on-time, stay all day and regularly attend school.
   • Family engagement activities and events
   • Field trips
   • Contests 
4. In-Kind Support
   • Donate materials to school sites or classrooms.
   • Hold a book drive for a school's classroom or library needs.
   • Plan a holiday gift drive or donate food baskets.
   • Support families in need.
     • Back-to-school supply drive
     • Angel Tree 
   • Provide food or supplies for staff appreciation and recognition
   • Publicize and promote the school district in company communications, community events, etc.