Big things ahead for these Timberwolves! 🐺🖤
Nine Norman North student-athletes celebrated a major milestone today as they signed to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.
From the cross-country course to the soccer field, these athletes have put in the work and are ready for their next adventure!
Here's where they're headed:
🏃 Jaxon Bonilla | Cross Country | University of Central Arkansas
🥎 Kaelee Wetherington | Fastpitch | Eastern Oklahoma State College
🏐 Avery Hamilton | Volleyball | Army West Point
⚽ Alden Harrington | Soccer | University of Central Oklahoma
⚽ Cadyn Betencourt | Soccer | University of Central Oklahoma
⚽ Emily Wolney | Soccer | Southern Nazarene University
⚽ Idara Ikpa | Soccer | Tuskegee University
📣 Elle Morgan | Stunt | University of Kentucky
📣 Emma Pratt | Cheer/Stunt | Oklahoma Baptist University
Help us congratulate these nine Timberwolves on an exciting accomplishment! Norman North is proud of you and can't wait to see all you do!
Nine Norman North student-athletes celebrated a major milestone today as they signed to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.
From the cross-country course to the soccer field, these athletes have put in the work and are ready for their next adventure!
Here's where they're headed:
🏃 Jaxon Bonilla | Cross Country | University of Central Arkansas
🥎 Kaelee Wetherington | Fastpitch | Eastern Oklahoma State College
🏐 Avery Hamilton | Volleyball | Army West Point
⚽ Alden Harrington | Soccer | University of Central Oklahoma
⚽ Cadyn Betencourt | Soccer | University of Central Oklahoma
⚽ Emily Wolney | Soccer | Southern Nazarene University
⚽ Idara Ikpa | Soccer | Tuskegee University
📣 Elle Morgan | Stunt | University of Kentucky
📣 Emma Pratt | Cheer/Stunt | Oklahoma Baptist University
Help us congratulate these nine Timberwolves on an exciting accomplishment! Norman North is proud of you and can't wait to see all you do!
🎉 Celebrating the Next Chapter for Norman High Athletes! 🧡🖤
Norman High celebrated Signing Day as several student-athletes officially announced their plans to continue their academic and athletic careers at the next level!
Congratulations to:
🏐 Volleyball
Georgia Caddell – Southern Nazarene University
Vanna Kelly – Southern Nazarene University
⛳ Boys Golf
Keagan Hager – Southern Nazarene University
Carter Cook – Northeastern State University
⚽ Soccer
Carsyn Deligans – University of Tennessee (Not Pictured)
Joslin Rigney – Rogers State University
We are incredibly proud of these student-athletes and all the hard work, dedication and commitment that brought them to this moment. We can't wait to see what the future holds!
Congratulations to our Norman High Tigers! Once a Tiger, always a Tiger! 🧡🖤
Norman High celebrated Signing Day as several student-athletes officially announced their plans to continue their academic and athletic careers at the next level!
Congratulations to:
🏐 Volleyball
Georgia Caddell – Southern Nazarene University
Vanna Kelly – Southern Nazarene University
⛳ Boys Golf
Keagan Hager – Southern Nazarene University
Carter Cook – Northeastern State University
⚽ Soccer
Carsyn Deligans – University of Tennessee (Not Pictured)
Joslin Rigney – Rogers State University
We are incredibly proud of these student-athletes and all the hard work, dedication and commitment that brought them to this moment. We can't wait to see what the future holds!
Congratulations to our Norman High Tigers! Once a Tiger, always a Tiger! 🧡🖤
Happy National School Psychology Week!
This week, November 9-13, we’re celebrating our school psychologists and the important role they play in helping students thrive at school, at home and in life.
This year’s theme, “Inspire Connection,” highlights the meaningful relationships school psychologists build every day. Through supporting students, partnering with families and collaborating with educators, they help create stronger connections and stronger school communities.
Join us in celebrating the school psychologists who make a difference across Norman Public Schools. Thank you for all you do for our students and families!
This week, November 9-13, we’re celebrating our school psychologists and the important role they play in helping students thrive at school, at home and in life.
This year’s theme, “Inspire Connection,” highlights the meaningful relationships school psychologists build every day. Through supporting students, partnering with families and collaborating with educators, they help create stronger connections and stronger school communities.
Join us in celebrating the school psychologists who make a difference across Norman Public Schools. Thank you for all you do for our students and families!
Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. 🇺🇸
To all veterans, including those who are part of the Norman Public Schools family, thank you for your courage, sacrifice and dedication to protecting our freedoms.
Your service has made a lasting impact on our nation, and we are forever grateful.
Happy Veterans Day! ❤️🤍💙
To all veterans, including those who are part of the Norman Public Schools family, thank you for your courage, sacrifice and dedication to protecting our freedoms.
Your service has made a lasting impact on our nation, and we are forever grateful.
Happy Veterans Day! ❤️🤍💙
We are excited to celebrate this year's Site Teachers of the Year!
These outstanding educators represent the dedication, passion and commitment to students that make Norman Public Schools such a special place to learn and grow.
Each of our schools and programs has an educator who goes above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of students every day. Please join us in congratulating this year's honorees!
2026-27 Site Teachers of the Year
Adams Elementary | Julie Cochran
Alcott Middle School | Sofia Alvarez-Briglie
Cleveland Elementary | Jenna Blumer
Dimensions Academy | Tusa Scraper
Eisenhower Elementary | Isabella Crowley
ExpandEd Virtual Academy | Christy Sandlin
Irving Middle School | Lynndi Cox
Jackson Elementary | Logan Sherman
Jefferson Elementary | Matt Engel
Kennedy Elementary | Amy Hardesty
Lakeview Elementary | Grace Stanberry
Lincoln Elementary | Angela Pennello
Longfellow Middle School | Whitney Stewart
Madison Elementary | Natalie Nevarez
McKinley Elementary | Miranda Metcalf
Monroe Elementary | Lauren Gray
Norman High School | Emalee Mahand
Norman North High School | Shelby Carroll
Oklahoma Aviation Academy | Alex List
Reagan Elementary | Cassidy Johnson
Residential Facilities | Stacie Terhark
Roosevelt Elementary | Erica Brown
Truman Elementary | Anitra Wilson
Truman Primary | Denise Massey
Washington Elementary | Tisha Pappan
Whittier Middle School | Cameron Liner
Wilson Elementary | Ryan Shaw
Congratulations to all of our Site Teachers of the Year! We are proud to celebrate you and grateful for everything you do for our students and schools!
These outstanding educators represent the dedication, passion and commitment to students that make Norman Public Schools such a special place to learn and grow.
Each of our schools and programs has an educator who goes above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of students every day. Please join us in congratulating this year's honorees!
2026-27 Site Teachers of the Year
Adams Elementary | Julie Cochran
Alcott Middle School | Sofia Alvarez-Briglie
Cleveland Elementary | Jenna Blumer
Dimensions Academy | Tusa Scraper
Eisenhower Elementary | Isabella Crowley
ExpandEd Virtual Academy | Christy Sandlin
Irving Middle School | Lynndi Cox
Jackson Elementary | Logan Sherman
Jefferson Elementary | Matt Engel
Kennedy Elementary | Amy Hardesty
Lakeview Elementary | Grace Stanberry
Lincoln Elementary | Angela Pennello
Longfellow Middle School | Whitney Stewart
Madison Elementary | Natalie Nevarez
McKinley Elementary | Miranda Metcalf
Monroe Elementary | Lauren Gray
Norman High School | Emalee Mahand
Norman North High School | Shelby Carroll
Oklahoma Aviation Academy | Alex List
Reagan Elementary | Cassidy Johnson
Residential Facilities | Stacie Terhark
Roosevelt Elementary | Erica Brown
Truman Elementary | Anitra Wilson
Truman Primary | Denise Massey
Washington Elementary | Tisha Pappan
Whittier Middle School | Cameron Liner
Wilson Elementary | Ryan Shaw
Congratulations to all of our Site Teachers of the Year! We are proud to celebrate you and grateful for everything you do for our students and schools!
A little pumpkin fluff made for a fun day of learning at Adams Elementary!
Students in Mrs. Valaurie Poulter’s classroom got hands-on in the kitchen, making pumpkin fluff while practicing listening, following directions and working together. They followed the recipe step by step, identified ingredients and put their communication skills to work.
Of course, the best part was getting to enjoy the pumpkin fluff they made! A fun way to learn something new and enjoy a little fall treat!
Students in Mrs. Valaurie Poulter’s classroom got hands-on in the kitchen, making pumpkin fluff while practicing listening, following directions and working together. They followed the recipe step by step, identified ingredients and put their communication skills to work.
Of course, the best part was getting to enjoy the pumpkin fluff they made! A fun way to learn something new and enjoy a little fall treat!
Congratulations to Baylee Bozarth, teacher-librarian at Alcott Middle School, on being named the October 2026 Rosen Publishing Oklahoma School Librarian of the Month!
Baylee is being recognized for an innovative, cross-curricular lesson that combines sixth-grade English Language Arts with hands-on STEM learning. Students put their knowledge of prepositions to the test by designing mazes and programming Sphero robots to navigate through them.
This engaging lesson brought together language skills, technology, collaboration and problem-solving, giving students an opportunity to apply what they learned in a creative, hands-on way.
As part of the award, Alcott Middle School will receive a collection of Rosen Publishing books and a one-year subscription to a Rosen database.
We're proud of Baylee for finding creative ways to make learning meaningful and engaging for students!
Baylee is being recognized for an innovative, cross-curricular lesson that combines sixth-grade English Language Arts with hands-on STEM learning. Students put their knowledge of prepositions to the test by designing mazes and programming Sphero robots to navigate through them.
This engaging lesson brought together language skills, technology, collaboration and problem-solving, giving students an opportunity to apply what they learned in a creative, hands-on way.
As part of the award, Alcott Middle School will receive a collection of Rosen Publishing books and a one-year subscription to a Rosen database.
We're proud of Baylee for finding creative ways to make learning meaningful and engaging for students!
Exciting things are happening at Jackson and Eisenhower Elementary Schools!
Both schools recently celebrated the opening of brand-new NPS Foundation STEAM Labs with ribbon-cutting ceremonies. Jackson celebrated last Friday, while Eisenhower marked the occasion Tuesday!
Made possible through the support of the Norman Public School Foundation, these new spaces give students opportunities to explore science, technology, engineering, art and math through hands-on learning, creativity and collaboration.
A special thank-you to Miller-Tippens Construction and CWA Group for helping make these spaces possible!
We can't wait to see the creativity, discoveries and innovative ideas that come out of these new STEAM Labs!
A Hometown Hero with a winning kick!
Congratulations to Mrs. Sara Thoendel, third-grade teacher at Wilson Elementary, who was selected as the Hometown Hero during the University of Oklahoma football game on Oct. 31!
Mrs. Thoendel represented Wilson Elementary in the stadium's "Kickin' for Chicken" competition, where she successfully made her field goal and won free Chick-fil-A for a year!
We're proud of you, Mrs. Thoendel! Way to represent Wilson and Norman Public Schools!
Congratulations to Mrs. Sara Thoendel, third-grade teacher at Wilson Elementary, who was selected as the Hometown Hero during the University of Oklahoma football game on Oct. 31!
Mrs. Thoendel represented Wilson Elementary in the stadium's "Kickin' for Chicken" competition, where she successfully made her field goal and won free Chick-fil-A for a year!
We're proud of you, Mrs. Thoendel! Way to represent Wilson and Norman Public Schools!
Congratulations to our talented student artists!
Norman Public Schools students were recognized in the Cleveland County Clerk’s second annual Fall Art Contest!
First place: Leo Halford, fourth grade at Lincoln Elementary
Second place (tie): Eli Little, third grade at Eisenhower Elementary, and Logan Tax Tollison, third grade at Cleveland Elementary
Fourth place: Brailynn Valley, fourth grade at McKinley Elementary
The winners were announced during Monday’s Cleveland County Board of Commissioners meeting. Artwork submitted for the contest will be on display on Floor 2W of the Cleveland County Courthouse through the end of the month.
We’re proud of these students for sharing their creativity and representing their schools!
Norman Public Schools students were recognized in the Cleveland County Clerk’s second annual Fall Art Contest!
First place: Leo Halford, fourth grade at Lincoln Elementary
Second place (tie): Eli Little, third grade at Eisenhower Elementary, and Logan Tax Tollison, third grade at Cleveland Elementary
Fourth place: Brailynn Valley, fourth grade at McKinley Elementary
The winners were announced during Monday’s Cleveland County Board of Commissioners meeting. Artwork submitted for the contest will be on display on Floor 2W of the Cleveland County Courthouse through the end of the month.
We’re proud of these students for sharing their creativity and representing their schools!
Get ready for Gingerbread Jingle!
Tickets go on sale Sunday, Nov. 1, and last year's event sold out FAST, so set your reminders now!
Join the Norman Public School Foundation on Saturday, Dec. 12, at 10 a.m. for a morning of gingerbread house decorating, gourmet candy selections and a special visit from Santa! It's a sweet way to make holiday memories while supporting our Norman Public Schools students and teachers!
Learn more and get ready to purchase tickets:
https://www.normanpublicschools.org/.../gingerbreadjingle
Presented by Henry Home Interiors
Tickets go on sale Sunday, Nov. 1, and last year's event sold out FAST, so set your reminders now!
Join the Norman Public School Foundation on Saturday, Dec. 12, at 10 a.m. for a morning of gingerbread house decorating, gourmet candy selections and a special visit from Santa! It's a sweet way to make holiday memories while supporting our Norman Public Schools students and teachers!
Learn more and get ready to purchase tickets:
https://www.normanpublicschools.org/.../gingerbreadjingle
Presented by Henry Home Interiors
STATE CHAMPIONS!
Congratulations to the Norman High Middle School Cross Country team, made up of students from Alcott and Irving! Both the boys and girls teams took first place at the Junior High All-Star State Meet, bringing home a clean sweep!
We’re so proud of these student-athletes and their hard work! Way to go!
Congratulations to the Norman High Middle School Cross Country team, made up of students from Alcott and Irving! Both the boys and girls teams took first place at the Junior High All-Star State Meet, bringing home a clean sweep!
We’re so proud of these student-athletes and their hard work! Way to go!
It’s Healthy Choices Week!
Making healthy choices—like getting enough sleep, staying active, good nutrition, and living substance-free—helps students feel their best and reach their goals. Let’s make this week a celebration of healthy habits!
Making healthy choices—like getting enough sleep, staying active, good nutrition, and living substance-free—helps students feel their best and reach their goals. Let’s make this week a celebration of healthy habits!
Parent-teacher conferences are coming up Thursday and Friday, Oct. 22-23!
Conferences are a great opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher, talk about their progress and discuss ways to support their learning. Check with your child’s school for scheduling information.
Reminder: There will be no school on Friday, Oct. 23!
Conferences are a great opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher, talk about their progress and discuss ways to support their learning. Check with your child’s school for scheduling information.
Reminder: There will be no school on Friday, Oct. 23!
STATE BOUND!
Congratulations to Norman High School volleyball on punching their ticket to the state tournament!
We’re proud of the hard work, determination and teamwork these student-athletes have shown throughout the season. Best of luck at state, Tigers! Go make Norman proud!
Congratulations to Norman High School volleyball on punching their ticket to the state tournament!
We’re proud of the hard work, determination and teamwork these student-athletes have shown throughout the season. Best of luck at state, Tigers! Go make Norman proud!
Congratulations to Kaylie Moss, Whittier Middle School’s choir director, on being named a 2026 Norman NEXT Under 40 Award winner!
Kaylie is passionate about creating meaningful musical experiences for students and building a strong sense of community through music. We’re proud to see her dedication to our students and school community recognized!
Kaylie was celebrated alongside fellow honorees at the annual Norman NEXT Under 40 Awards banquet.
Congratulations, Kaylie!
Kaylie is passionate about creating meaningful musical experiences for students and building a strong sense of community through music. We’re proud to see her dedication to our students and school community recognized!
Kaylie was celebrated alongside fellow honorees at the annual Norman NEXT Under 40 Awards banquet.
Congratulations, Kaylie!
History came to life for Mrs. Melton’s fifth graders at Wilson Elementary!
After learning about the challenges faced by the colonists at Jamestown, students put their knowledge to the test by using limited resources to build their own colonial houses.
Their creativity was on full display as they found ways to make the most of what they had!
After learning about the challenges faced by the colonists at Jamestown, students put their knowledge to the test by using limited resources to build their own colonial houses.
Their creativity was on full display as they found ways to make the most of what they had!
Lakeview Elementary celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a special visit from Dr. Heidi Torres, a professor at the University of Oklahoma!
Dr. Torres visited with our third- through fifth-grade students, reading a book and leading an activity that encouraged them to reflect on cherished memories. Students wrote about their special moments and brought their stories to life through illustrations.
Thank you, Dr. Torres, for sharing your time and passion for learning with our Lakeview Lions! We love celebrating the cultures, stories and experiences that make our school community special.
Dr. Torres visited with our third- through fifth-grade students, reading a book and leading an activity that encouraged them to reflect on cherished memories. Students wrote about their special moments and brought their stories to life through illustrations.
Thank you, Dr. Torres, for sharing your time and passion for learning with our Lakeview Lions! We love celebrating the cultures, stories and experiences that make our school community special.
Monroe Elementary’s annual Jog-A-Thon brought students together on October 2 for a day of running, school spirit and fundraising!
Students took to the course by grade level to raise money in support of their school. A big thank you to the families, volunteers and staff who help make this event such a special part of Monroe’s culture year after year!
Students took to the course by grade level to raise money in support of their school. A big thank you to the families, volunteers and staff who help make this event such a special part of Monroe’s culture year after year!
We were proud to recognize Whittier Middle School students at the School Board meeting for their outstanding accomplishments at the 2026 Technology Student Association (TSA) National Conference in Washington, D.C.
Whittier students earned several national honors, including:
1st Place, Construction Challenge: Sameha Ghosh and Kriya Patel
2nd Place, Promotional Marketing: Sameha Ghosh
4th Place, Data Science and Analytics: Ilisha Chawla, Alice Qi and Jessie Zhu
Top 10, Mass Production: Sameha Ghosh, Elise Huang, Kriya Patel and Jessie Zhu
Top 10, Medical Technology: Sameha Ghosh, Elise Huang and Kriya Patel
Congratulations to these students for representing Whittier Middle School and Norman Public Schools on the national stage! We’re #NPSProud of all your hard work and accomplishments!
Whittier students earned several national honors, including:
1st Place, Construction Challenge: Sameha Ghosh and Kriya Patel
2nd Place, Promotional Marketing: Sameha Ghosh
4th Place, Data Science and Analytics: Ilisha Chawla, Alice Qi and Jessie Zhu
Top 10, Mass Production: Sameha Ghosh, Elise Huang, Kriya Patel and Jessie Zhu
Top 10, Medical Technology: Sameha Ghosh, Elise Huang and Kriya Patel
Congratulations to these students for representing Whittier Middle School and Norman Public Schools on the national stage! We’re #NPSProud of all your hard work and accomplishments!