Idabel Public Schools

Dear Idabel Public Schools Community, I hope this message finds you well and filled with excitement as we continue to witness the incredible journey of our Idabel Lady Warriors in the Oklahoma state basketball tournament. Last night, our Lady Warriors achieved a remarkable victory in the semi-final championship game, showcasing their talent, resilience, and determination. Their hard work and dedication have brought them to the pinnacle of success, and we couldn't be prouder of their accomplishments. As we celebrate this momentous win, I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to our extraordinary athletes, coaches, and everyone who has supported the team along the way. Your unwavering dedication and teamwork have been truly inspiring, and you have made the entire Idabel community proud. Now, as our Lady Warriors prepare for the ultimate challenge, the state championship game, I urge all members of the Idabel Public Schools community to come together once again in full force to show our support and encouragement. Tonight, at 6:45, our team will be competing in the state championship game at the state fairgrounds in Oklahoma City. This is a momentous occasion, and your presence in the stands can make all the difference. Let's rally behind our Lady Warriors as they strive for victory and bring home the state championship title. Your cheers, your energy, and your enthusiasm will be instrumental in motivating our team to give their best performance on the court. I encourage all community members, families, friends, alumni, and supporters to join us in OKC tonight to witness history in the making and to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our Lady Warriors. Together, let's create an unforgettable atmosphere of unity, pride, and Warrior spirit. Go Lady Warriors! Let's bring home the “Gold Ball!” Go Warriors! Dr. Alan Bryant Superintendent

Dear Idabel Public Schools Community, I am thrilled to share some fantastic news with you all! Our very own Idabel Lady Warriors have triumphed in their first-round game at the state basketball tournament. Their stellar performance has earned them a spot in the semi-finals, which will take place this Friday evening at 8:00 in Yukon. This is an incredible achievement, and we couldn't be prouder of our team. In light of this momentous occasion, I would like to announce that school will be dismissed on Friday. This decision is to ensure that all our supporters have ample time to travel and cheer on the Lady Warriors as they continue their journey in the tournament. Let's rally behind them and show our unwavering support! While we celebrate the success of our Lady Warriors, I also want to take a moment to recognize the hard work and dedication of our Idabel Warrior boys’ team. Although they faced a tough loss in their first-round game, they played with heart and determination until the very end. They have had an outstanding season, and their efforts should be commended. Thank you to all our athletes, coaches, staff, and supporters for your dedication and commitment to Idabel Public Schools athletics. Let's continue to show our Warrior pride as we cheer on our teams and celebrate their achievements. More information will follow later this week. Go Lady Warriors! Go Idabel! Dr. Alan Bryant Superintendent

9 Questions with Idabel’s Mya Murray – Powerlifting Spotlight VYPE: Can you tell us a bit about your journey in academics and sports? Mya Murray: I have maintained a 3.65 GPA while actively engaging in honor classes and participating in a range of sports such as fast and slow pitch softball, track, cheer and powerlifting. Additionally, I have proudly served as my class president for the past two years. As a freshman, I achieved remarkable success in powerlifting, becoming the 181-pound girls state champion and breaking the Oklahoma state deadlifting record with a deadlift of 395 pounds. Not only that, but I also tied the overall state record with a lift of 855 pounds, making me the first-ever female powerlifting state champion in my school’s history. Read more... https://shorturl.at/hlnF8

Chloe Farley, a determined sophomore at Idabel High School, has etched her academic journey with the ink of courage and curiosity. Freshman year, a juncture marked by new beginnings and the daunting prospect of making connections, witnessed Chloe stepping into uncharted territory—joining the academic team at the urging of her aunt. A decision that not only broke the ice of unfamiliarity but also set the stage for a journey of self-discovery. Read More... https://shorturl.at/fhvAT

At Idabel High, Kynli Sky Akard, known as Kynli Sky, isn’t just another junior. Engaged in cheerleading, powerlifting, and numerous academic pursuits, her journey is as diverse as it is inspiring. Read More Here... https://shorturl.at/gRSU3

Congratulations to the Idabel band students who competed this past weekend in the OSSAA Solo and Ensemble Contest. Idabel earned 29 Superior ratings and 3 Excellent ratings. Those listed below who received a Superior rating will proceed to the State Contest in April.

Congratulations to both the Idabel Boys and Girls Basketball teams! Both teams are Regional Champions and continue into the Area Tournament in Wilburton this coming Friday.

The Idabel Public Schools Administration Office extends a warm welcome to Crystal Holt, our newest addition. Crystal brings several years of experience from her time at Idabel High School, where she has been involved in various activities. Now, she will be serving as the District Activity Clerk. If you have any inquiries regarding activity accounts or invoices, please direct them to Crystal.

Be part of a team of dedicated educators and staff, who strive to provide the best possible education to their students. CHERYL ATTAWAY 200 NE AVENUE C IDABEL OK 74745 580/286-7639 cattaway@idabelps.org Send resume as well as an application Visit our website www.idabelps.org to find the application Go to Menu, Documents, Employment

Be part of a team of dedicated educators and staff, who strive to provide the best possible education to their students. CHERYL ATTAWAY 200 NE AVENUE C IDABEL OK 74745 580/286-7639 cattaway@idabelps.org Send resume as well as an application Visit our website www.idabelps.org to find the application Go to Menu, Documents, Employment

February 21, 2024 Dear Parents, Students, and Community Members, As you may be aware, Idabel has been chosen as the host site for the Regional Basketball Tournament, a prestigious honor reflecting the exceptional performance of both our Girls and Boys Teams this year. I encourage each of you to join us in supporting our teams as they strive for victory on their journey to the state tournament. As we approach this exciting event for our community, I wanted to provide some clarification and direction regarding our plans for Friday, February 23rd. We will have In-Person School on Friday morning. All classes will convene during the morning hours for in-person instruction at the regular start time for each campus. Morning bus routes will run as normal. However, we will have Virtual School in the Afternoon. Google Classroom assignments will be assigned for the afternoon hours, accompanied by avenues for student-teacher communication. Teachers will be available on campus during regular school hours to respond to questions students may have as they work on their assignments. Principals will provide guidance on attendance procedures for the afternoon virtual session. There are some changes to the breakfast and lunch schedules. Breakfast will be served as usual in the morning at every campus; however, there will be no second breakfast at the high school. However, lunch times will be adjusted. Your principals will provide specific directions regarding lunch schedules for each building. Dismissal bus routes will begin at 11:15 a.m. It is estimated that it will take approximately 15 minutes for all bus routes to complete their designated pick up of students at each campus before beginning the route to take the students to their normal afternoon bus stops. School dismissal is scheduled for 11:30 a.m., with the aim of ensuring that all individuals are off the campuses before 11:45 a.m. Principals will provide detailed guidance concerning car rider arrangements and individual departure procedures from the campuses. If you have any additional questions or require further clarification, I encourage you to reach out to your respective principals. They will be more than happy to assist you and address any concerns you may have. In conclusion, I want to express my sincere appreciation for your continued support and cooperation as we prepare for this exciting event. Let us come together as a community to cheer on our talented Warriors and Lady Warriors and celebrate their achievements. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Sincerely, Dr. Alan Bryant Superintendent Idabel Public Schools

Congratulations to Zoe Rolen on being crowned Miss IHS 2024! All of Idabel is proud of you.

The Idabel Girls and Boys both had a BYE for their District games and both moved into the Area II Regional Tournament. The Girls & Boys will both play the winner of the District 7 game between Hugo and Silo. ALL of our Regional games will played on our home court. Please look at the brackets for times.

Idabel Public Schools is seeking a versatile and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join the District Administration Office. This position will provide crucial administrative support including: managing activity funds, making deposits in compliance with policies and procedures, and encumbering and authorizing purchase orders promptly. Employment Applications are available at the Idabel Superintendent's Office, 200 NE Ave C , Idabel Oklahoma, or online.

This is a reminder that if ANY group (radio station, newspaper, parents, booster club, students, etc) would like to video live stream any part of an OSSAA playoff event during the 2023-24 school year, regardless of sport or length, they will need to fill out a video live streaming playoff request form. Regardless of where the video live stream is hosted (school website, NFHS Network, radio station website, newspaper website, social media, Facebook, YouTube, Periscope, Twitter, GameChanger, etc), the form must be filled out and approved before the video live stream is allowed. You can find the form on the OSSAA website under the MEDIA tab and on the sport specific page. A new form needs to be filled out for each round of the playoffs. This information is for the coaches, local media, booster clubs or fans that might be interested in video live streaming so there is no confusion. A complete list of approved video live streams for the Class 4A-3A-2A Basketball District Tournaments can be found on the OSSAA website on the Basketball page. No other video live streams will be allowed. There is a NOON deadline on Mondays for submitting this form. The NFHS Network may be doing some games exclusively each week. Any request made after the Monday noon deadline is not guaranteed of getting processed. Fans, ONLY watch games from the approved list on the OSSAA website as some fans are getting scammed by facebook posts that are not legit.

Idabel Head Coach is selected as the Oklahoma Coaches Association Region 6 Football Coach of the Year. Congratulaions Coach Pratt.

Idabel’s Taryn Tucker – Academic Team Spotlight – Presented by Weyerhaeuser Taryn Tucker, a vibrant sophomore at Idabel High School, has found her stride in the world of academic competition. “I became interested in joining the academic team because I have always been a part of activities where you went and competed against other schools academically, so I had already known about the academic team,” Taryn shared. “I became motivated to join the team because I love being able to compete, but also to have fun with classmates.”... https://idabelathletics.org/2024/02/07/idabels-taryn-tucker-academic-team-spotlight-presented-by-weyerhaeuser/

Idabel’s Zoe Rolen – Academic Team Spotlight – Presented by Pine Cellular Zoe Rolen, a sophomore at Idabel High School with a passion for knowledge, imparts her tutelage on the academic team with her quick wit and love for learning. Zoe’s journey with the academic team began in middle school, where the allure of rapid-fire questions and the thrill of competition beckoned her. “I realized how much fun it was and have continued to participate every year since,” Zoe said... https://idabelathletics.org/2024/01/22/idabels-zoe-rolen-academic-team-spotlight-presented-by-pine-cellular/

Idabel’s Clayton Loard – Academic Spotlight – Presented by Mandy Knowles – Shelter Insurance. https://shorturl.at/mBDEY

Congratulations to Idabel Alum, Shawn Hime, who was inducted into the East Central University Hall of Fame along with the rest of his 1993 National Championship Football teammates from ECU. He is also the current Executive Director of the OSSBA. Dr. Shawn Hime joined the Oklahoma State School Boards Association as executive director in 2014, building on a long career of serving schools and students throughout Oklahoma. Before joining OSSBA, Hime served for six years as superintendent of Enid Public Schools. He also worked as a teacher and administrator in Ardmore Public Schools and other districts. (Side note, Idabel Coach De Cooper was a late addition to the ECU staff that season) Hall of Fame Announcement https://ml6.in/XKPZL Shawn Hime Bio https://www.ossba.org/about-us/staff/shawn-hime/ Missed the game? Watch it here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBbWMA2u8rM