Bus driver hiring event to take place Nov. 2
Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of our students? Broken Arrow Public Schools is holding a bus driver hiring event on Monday, Nov. 2 , in the parking lot just north of the Education Service Center on Main St., from 9 . . .
| Bus driver hiring event to take place Nov. 2Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of our students? Broken Arrow Public Schools is holding a bus driver hiring event on Monday, Nov. 2 , in the parking lot just north of the Education Service Center on Main St., from 9 . . . |
Distance Learning Monday to take place Nov. 2
Reminder: Monday, Nov. 2, is our Distance Learning Monday, and all students will complete coursework at home. The district's child nutrition team will be providing meals from noon to 1 p.m. outside of every school site. . . .
Distance Learning Monday to take place Nov. 2Reminder: Monday, Nov. 2, is our Distance Learning Monday, and all students will complete coursework at home. The district's child nutrition team will be providing meals from noon to 1 p.m. outside of every school site. . . . | |
8th grade students can now enroll in pre-engineering for 2021-22 school year
Through the Project Pathways program at Broken Arrow Public Schools, students are connected to a possible career path based on their personal interests, abilities and strengths. One of these career paths is through our partnership with Tulsa . . .
| 8th grade students can now enroll in pre-engineering for 2021-22 school yearThrough the Project Pathways program at Broken Arrow Public Schools, students are connected to a possible career path based on their personal interests, abilities and strengths. One of these career paths is through our partnership with Tulsa . . . |
Broken Arrow Public Schools teacher Lesa Dickson selected as State Teacher of the Year finalist
The Oklahoma State Department of Education named Broken Arrow High School English teacher Lesa Dickson as one of 12 finalists in the search for the 2021 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year. “Lesa is an incredibly innovative and . . .
Broken Arrow Public Schools teacher Lesa Dickson selected as State Teacher of the Year finalistThe Oklahoma State Department of Education named Broken Arrow High School English teacher Lesa Dickson as one of 12 finalists in the search for the 2021 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year. “Lesa is an incredibly innovative and . . . | |
BA Chamber partners with BAPS for manufacturing career day
The Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce/Economic Development Corporation and Broken Arrow Public Schools recently partnered with OK2Grow, Tulsa Tech, Tulsa Port of Catoosa, Northeastern State University, City of Broken Arrow, OCAST and the . . .
| BA Chamber partners with BAPS for manufacturing career dayThe Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce/Economic Development Corporation and Broken Arrow Public Schools recently partnered with OK2Grow, Tulsa Tech, Tulsa Port of Catoosa, Northeastern State University, City of Broken Arrow, OCAST and the . . . |
District receives award for 2019-20 annual report
The communications and finance departments at Broken Arrow Public Schools were recently honored with the Popular Annual Financial Reporting (PAFR) award from the Government Finance Officers Association for the fiscal year ending June 30, . . .
District receives award for 2019-20 annual reportThe communications and finance departments at Broken Arrow Public Schools were recently honored with the Popular Annual Financial Reporting (PAFR) award from the Government Finance Officers Association for the fiscal year ending June 30, . . . | |
Broken Arrow Public Schools saves $2.5 million in energy costs, 24 district buildings earn ENERGY STAR certification
In October 2020, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency awarded all 24 eligible Broken Arrow Public Schools buildings with the prestigious ENERGY STAR certification, designating them among the top 25 percent of energy-efficient buildings . . .
| Broken Arrow Public Schools saves $2.5 million in energy costs, 24 district buildings earn ENERGY STAR certificationIn October 2020, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency awarded all 24 eligible Broken Arrow Public Schools buildings with the prestigious ENERGY STAR certification, designating them among the top 25 percent of energy-efficient buildings . . . |
2020 Great Graduates to be honored during homecoming week Oct. 5 – Oct. 9
Every fall, the Broken Arrow High School Alumni Association selects a group of “Great Graduates” who exhibit strong leadership skills and remain dedicated to service within their community, bringing honor to their alma mater . . .
2020 Great Graduates to be honored during homecoming week Oct. 5 – Oct. 9Every fall, the Broken Arrow High School Alumni Association selects a group of “Great Graduates” who exhibit strong leadership skills and remain dedicated to service within their community, bringing honor to their alma mater . . . | |
Nominate your favorite bus driver during October
National School Bus Safety Week is Oct. 19-23. This month, students and parents will have the opportunity to submit a few paragraphs to nominate who they consider to be the “Best Bus Driver.” This year, we wanted to give you . . .
| Nominate your favorite bus driver during OctoberNational School Bus Safety Week is Oct. 19-23. This month, students and parents will have the opportunity to submit a few paragraphs to nominate who they consider to be the “Best Bus Driver.” This year, we wanted to give you . . . |
Broken Arrow Public Schools, TEAM Clinics to provide medical care to students at school
Parents must complete registration form to opt-in
Broken Arrow Public Schools is partnering with TEAM Clinics, an Oklahoma based technology company, to provide high-quality, immediate medical care to children where they are – at school. The district is currently one of only a few in . . .
Broken Arrow Public Schools, TEAM Clinics to provide medical care to students at schoolParents must complete registration form to opt-inBroken Arrow Public Schools is partnering with TEAM Clinics, an Oklahoma based technology company, to provide high-quality, immediate medical care to children where they are – at school. The district is currently one of only a few in . . . | |
2019-20 Annual Report recaps accomplishments, breakthrough moments despite global pandemic
As the 2019-20 academic school year got under way for Broken Arrow Public Schools, no one could predict that the final lap of the year would be clouded in uncertainty and the unknown. But as a pandemic swept across the nation, Broken Arrow . . .
| 2019-20 Annual Report recaps accomplishments, breakthrough moments despite global pandemicAs the 2019-20 academic school year got under way for Broken Arrow Public Schools, no one could predict that the final lap of the year would be clouded in uncertainty and the unknown. But as a pandemic swept across the nation, Broken Arrow . . . |
Broken Arrow Public Schools to encourage 2020 census participation
Every kid counts, especially in the 2020 census. The federal government is currently conducting its decennial census to receive a population count of everyone in the United States. This count includes newborn babies, children, citizens, . . .
Broken Arrow Public Schools to encourage 2020 census participationEvery kid counts, especially in the 2020 census. The federal government is currently conducting its decennial census to receive a population count of everyone in the United States. This count includes newborn babies, children, citizens, . . . | |
Financial aid specialists to assist students, parents with FAFSA
ImpactTulsa is partnering with all Tulsa-area school districts and post-secondary institutions to host virtual FAFSA events. Parents and students are invited to attend any of these online meetings to learn more about how to complete each step . . .
| Financial aid specialists to assist students, parents with FAFSAImpactTulsa is partnering with all Tulsa-area school districts and post-secondary institutions to host virtual FAFSA events. Parents and students are invited to attend any of these online meetings to learn more about how to complete each step . . . |
District in need of bus drivers
Are you interested in making a difference in the lives of our students? Are you a stay-at-home parent looking for a job that allows you to attend your students’ school activities during the day? Are you retired and looking for part-time . . .
District in need of bus driversAre you interested in making a difference in the lives of our students? Are you a stay-at-home parent looking for a job that allows you to attend your students’ school activities during the day? Are you retired and looking for part-time . . . | |
Virtual Academy contact information
Virtual Academy students/parents should contact their roster teacher with any concerns or questions regarding the following: Logging into Chromebooks, Edgenuity, Edmentum or Waterford; assignment clarification; due dates; progress and . . .
Six Broken Arrow High School students named National Merit Semifinalists
Six Broken Arrow High School students are named as this year’s National Merit Semifinalists for their prestigious academic accomplishments. Simon Blair, Noah Higgins, William Martin, Kurt Nguyen, Brady Read and Nicholas York are . . .
Six Broken Arrow High School students named National Merit SemifinalistsSix Broken Arrow High School students are named as this year’s National Merit Semifinalists for their prestigious academic accomplishments. Simon Blair, Noah Higgins, William Martin, Kurt Nguyen, Brady Read and Nicholas York are . . . | |
VIDEO: Supt. Dr. Janet Vinson Update
Please watch the following video message from Broken Arrow Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Janet Vinson as she addresses the great start to the new school year:
BA, Owasso team up with Folds of Honor for Friday football
Broken Arrow Public Schools and Owasso Public Schools are once again teaming up to present the Folds of Honor Patriot Bowl driven by Jim Glover Auto Family at 7 p.m. on Friday at Broken Arrow Memorial Stadium. This second annual football game . . .
BA, Owasso team up with Folds of Honor for Friday footballBroken Arrow Public Schools and Owasso Public Schools are once again teaming up to present the Folds of Honor Patriot Bowl driven by Jim Glover Auto Family at 7 p.m. on Friday at Broken Arrow Memorial Stadium. This second annual football game . . . | |
Bus safety and cleaning procedures for the 20-21 school year
For the first two weeks of school, it is normal for our buses to run late. Please be patient as our wonderful bus drivers safely transport students to and from school. Don't forget that you can locate your bus, view . . .
Revised 2020-21 instructional calendar now available
Due to the delayed school start date, Broken Arrow Public Schools altered its 2020-21 school calendar. Please review the revised calendar as you plan for the upcoming school year. The main changes include: No school on April . . .
Revised 2020-21 instructional calendar now availableDue to the delayed school start date, Broken Arrow Public Schools altered its 2020-21 school calendar. Please review the revised calendar as you plan for the upcoming school year. The main changes include: No school on April . . . | |
BAPS Technology Team Tracks Daily COVID-19 Data
Broken Arrow Public Schools takes the safety and health of students, teachers and staff seriously, and as the school year inches closer to start time, patrons can now track daily COVID-19 cases by ZIP code on the district website, thanks to . . .
| BAPS Technology Team Tracks Daily COVID-19 DataBroken Arrow Public Schools takes the safety and health of students, teachers and staff seriously, and as the school year inches closer to start time, patrons can now track daily COVID-19 cases by ZIP code on the district website, thanks to . . . |
AT&T Grants $20,000 to BAPS for students facing weekend food insecurity from COVID-19
Broken Arrow Public Schools has received a grant for $20,000 from AT&T to purchase weekend meals and snacks to be distributed to students facing food insecurities as a result of COVID-19. The grant is being provided as part of . . .
AT&T Grants $20,000 to BAPS for students facing weekend food insecurity from COVID-19Broken Arrow Public Schools has received a grant for $20,000 from AT&T to purchase weekend meals and snacks to be distributed to students facing food insecurities as a result of COVID-19. The grant is being provided as part of . . . | |
School supplies for early childhood, elementary updated July 29
The school supplies list for the district’s early childhood centers and elementary schools was updated for the 2020-21 school year on July 29. This list was updated to include hand sanitizer and . . .
| School supplies for early childhood, elementary updated July 29The school supplies list for the district’s early childhood centers and elementary schools was updated for the 2020-21 school year on July 29. This list was updated to include hand sanitizer and . . . |
July 29: BA's Return to Learn Reentry Plan
The health and safety of our students and staff continue to remain our top priority as we prepare for the upcoming school year. Below you will find important safety protocols that will be in place to limit exposure and transmission of . . .
July 29: BA's Return to Learn Reentry PlanThe health and safety of our students and staff continue to remain our top priority as we prepare for the upcoming school year. Below you will find important safety protocols that will be in place to limit exposure and transmission of . . . | |
Broken Arrow Public Schools names Adam Foreman as next director of public relations
With more than 18 years of experience in the field of public relations and strategic communications, Adam Foreman was selected as the next director of public relations for Broken Arrow Public Schools. The hire was approved at the scheduled . . .
| Broken Arrow Public Schools names Adam Foreman as next director of public relationsWith more than 18 years of experience in the field of public relations and strategic communications, Adam Foreman was selected as the next director of public relations for Broken Arrow Public Schools. The hire was approved at the scheduled . . . |
Chromebook insurance can now be purchased online for 2020-21 school year
Students in grades 6-12 for the 2020-21 school year can now purchase their Chromebook insurance online. The Broken Arrow Public Schools Student Technology Insurance Program has been established to give parents the . . .
Chromebook insurance can now be purchased online for 2020-21 school yearStudents in grades 6-12 for the 2020-21 school year can now purchase their Chromebook insurance online. The Broken Arrow Public Schools Student Technology Insurance Program has been established to give parents the . . . | |
School times to change for upcoming year, Late Start Wednesdays replaced by six virtual days
The Broken Arrow Public Schools Board of Education recently approved the replacement of Late Start Wednesdays with six distance learning days and revised school times for the 2020-21 school year. The distance learning days will allow for . . .
| School times to change for upcoming year, Late Start Wednesdays replaced by six virtual daysThe Broken Arrow Public Schools Board of Education recently approved the replacement of Late Start Wednesdays with six distance learning days and revised school times for the 2020-21 school year. The distance learning days will allow for . . . |
Broken Arrow student helps save father’s life during heart attack
It was just three days after Broken Arrow student Braden Bruner celebrated his 15 th birthday when he helped save his father’s life during a heart attack. Around 11:18 p.m. on May 28, Braden heard his mother, Melissa, . . .
Broken Arrow student helps save father’s life during heart attackIt was just three days after Broken Arrow student Braden Bruner celebrated his 15 th birthday when he helped save his father’s life during a heart attack. Around 11:18 p.m. on May 28, Braden heard his mother, Melissa, . . . | |
Oklahoma school districts to see budget cuts due to revenue shortfalls, BAPS to expect $2.1 million deficit
With revenue shortfalls and collapsing oil prices due to the global pandemic, Oklahoma school districts will see budget cuts for the upcoming school year. Broken Arrow Public Schools is expecting a deficit of $2.1 million. . . .
| Oklahoma school districts to see budget cuts due to revenue shortfalls, BAPS to expect $2.1 million deficitWith revenue shortfalls and collapsing oil prices due to the global pandemic, Oklahoma school districts will see budget cuts for the upcoming school year. Broken Arrow Public Schools is expecting a deficit of $2.1 million. . . . |
District receives seventh Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting
Broken Arrow Public Schools’ finance department was recently honored with its seventh Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting award for exceeding the high standards for financial reporting and accountability. The . . .
District receives seventh Certificate of Excellence in Financial ReportingBroken Arrow Public Schools’ finance department was recently honored with its seventh Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting award for exceeding the high standards for financial reporting and accountability. The . . . | |
Six to be inducted into BA Athletic Hall of Fame in fall of 2020
Installation ceremony scheduled for Sept. 4 football home opener
The athletic director who created the Broken Arrow Athletic Hall of Fame, Broken Arrow Tigers winningest wrestling coach, a soccer player-turned coach-turned district administrator, two two-sport athletes, and the first official “Friend . . .
| Six to be inducted into BA Athletic Hall of Fame in fall of 2020Installation ceremony scheduled for Sept. 4 football home openerThe athletic director who created the Broken Arrow Athletic Hall of Fame, Broken Arrow Tigers winningest wrestling coach, a soccer player-turned coach-turned district administrator, two two-sport athletes, and the first official “Friend . . . |
Free dental services available to Broken Arrow students
Broken Arrow Public Schools and Spring Dental partnering to provide Healthy Smiles Program. Broken Arrow Public Schools has partnered with Spring Dental to launch the Healthy Smiles Program for the 2019-20 school year. This program . . .
Free dental services available to Broken Arrow studentsBroken Arrow Public Schools and Spring Dental partnering to provide Healthy Smiles Program. Broken Arrow Public Schools has partnered with Spring Dental to launch the Healthy Smiles Program for the 2019-20 school year. This program . . . | |