We're thrilled to announce a new era for our Glenpool High School boys basketball program with the hiring of Randall Gibson! Coach Gibson joins us from our highly successful girls basketball program, where he has built an exceptional and winning culture. His proven leadership and strategic expertise have led the girls program to impressive achievements, and we are incredibly excited to see the positive impact he will bring to our boys team.
Coach Gibson is a proud graduate of NSU and a Marine Corps Veteran. He brings a wealth of experience to our program, including 8 years as a Science Teacher and Coach at Glenpool High School. During his time at Glenpool, he also served as the Assistant Girls Basketball Coach for 8 years. In total, Coach Gibson has over 15 years of experience coaching basketball at the junior high level and above. Additionally, he dedicated 6 years to leading the Glenpool Head Softball program.
We are confident that Coach Gibson's passion for the game, dedication to student-athletes, and extensive coaching background will be invaluable in developing our Glenpool High School boys basketball program. Please join us in warmly welcoming Coach Gibson to his new role! More information about upcoming team meetings and the season schedule will be shared soon.
She is a State STAR Event Champion! Nationals here she comes! Way to go Lillie! Making Glenpool High School and Camp Twin Cedars proud!
Enrollment for Pre-K 25-26 is NOW OPEN! Do not delay and miss your spot!
Details are at https://www.glenpoolps.org/o/gps/page/student-enrollment
Just a reminder that we had a calendar change and we ARE in session this Friday (April 11) and next Friday (April 18), as we have rescheduled our snow days.
A big thank you to our April 2025 Friend of Education, McDonald's. They have supported our students and staff during evacuations as well as during state testing times. Thank you so much to them for their support of our community.
Congratulations to Jack Dodson, our Support Person of the Month for April 2025. Jack works in the district's maintenance department.
Congratulations to Abby Hill, HS Counselor, for being Glenpool's Secondary Certified Personnel of the Month for April, 2025.
Congratulations to Nichole Nixon, Glenpool School's Elementary Teacher of the Month for April 2025. Mrs. Nixon teaches third grade at our Upper Elementary.
The buses are running their routes at this time. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we navigate this storm.
We are delaying buses even further as the storm has expanded. We do not have an exact time due to the volatility of the building storms. When we do have an update, you will hear from us.
Glenpool School buses will run the routes about 15 minutes later today to let the storms pass. Thank you.
Parents,
This morning at a Glenpool Public School campus, someone saw a person retrieve from the trunk of a car what looked like a rifle from a distance, and reported it to the proper authorities. As a precaution, schools were placed on lockdown. Glenpool Police Department checked the buildings, and were able to definitively determine the ‘rifle’ was a drill rifle (prop for band and ROTC), not an actual weapon, and that the person who retrieved it was a current student. At no time were any students in danger, nor was there ever an intruder on campus. Schools have released the lockdown.
The district will always err on the side of caution in situations like this, and I would like to acknowledge the Glenpool Police Department for their quick response and diligence in ensuring student safety at Glenpool Public Schools.
Parents,
A potential intruder was reported outside our buildings. Buildings have been locked down for the protection of students. Please do not come to school as entry into buildings will not be allowed until secured. All students are currently safe.
FOLLOW-UP TO TRAFFIC ALERT: HW 75 down to the outer lane only in both directions. Traffic is backed up - AVOID IF POSSIBLE
TRAFFIC ALERT - As of right now (8:40 am), there is NO LEFT TURN and NO STRAIGHT THROUGH from 141st Street to HW 75, both westbound and eastbound. You can only turn right.
Glenpool, thank you for passing our bond issue with a landslide margin! For updates on the progress, visit https://www.glenpoolps.org/page/bond-issue-2025
The School Bond Issue Election is today. Vote TODAY. You have until 7:00 pm. NO projected tax increase.
Glenpool Middle School Principal Selected as OMLEA Middle-Level Principal of the Year
The Oklahoma Middle-Level Education Association (OMLEA) is pleased to announce Blaine Wise as the 2025 Middle-Level Principal of the Year. Wise will be recognized at June's Cooperative Council for Oklahoma School Administration (CCOSA) Summer Leadership Conference.
As principal at Glenpool Middle School for the past four years, Wise has worked diligently to create a welcoming environment where students and staff have fun, feel valued, and possess a fear of missing out if not in attendance. Each week begins with Motivation Monday where students submit a goal and the steps necessary to accomplish that goal. In addition, students complete a social/emotional self-check to determine their preparedness for learning. On Follow-Up Friday, students assess if they met their goal, and if their grades improved. They are then allowed to give a shout-out to a deserving student or teacher.
"Through his exceptional leadership, Blaine Wise has made the Glenpool Middle School vision, 'Where We Grow Minds and Support Warriors', a daily reality," stated Superintendent Curtis Layton. "He has masterfully cultivated a vibrant school culture, embodying the motto 'Gratitude, Model, Support'. Students and staff thrive and genuinely want to be present which is reflected in his site student and teacher attendance rate. His dedication to fostering a supportive work environment has resulted in remarkably low teacher turnover, ensuring consistent, high-quality instruction. Under his leadership, Glenpool Middle School has achieved steady academic improvements over the past three years, driven by strategic curriculum development and data-driven decision-making. Furthermore, Principal Wise has introduced innovative programs that enrich the student experience, providing unique development opportunities. His passion, integrity, and belief in every individual's potential have transformed the school, making him a truly deserving recipient of this honor."
Under Mr. Wise's leadership, Glenpool Middle School has made it a priority to celebrate both students and staff through monthly school-wide assemblies. Students who demonstrate positive character traits are recognized as "Warriors Have Character" recipients. Additionally, students nominate six teachers each month to receive traveling trophy awards, which symbolize various qualities such as positivity (Smiley Face), dedication to students (Heart for Kids), guidance (Lighthouse), creativity (Scissors), encompassing (World), and support (Buoy). These awards are presented during the celebration assemblies, fostering a culture of appreciation and encouragement throughout the school community.
Dr. Pam Deering, CCOSA Executive Director said, “CCOSA is proud to congratulate Blaine Wise on being named OMLEA Principal of the Year. As a dedicated member of the OASSP Executive Committee and a regular presenter at CCOSA-sponsored events, Blaine consistently demonstrates his commitment to excellence in school leadership. His passion for student success and his ability to uplift both students and staff make him truly deserving of this honor.”
“Blaine Wise is an outstanding leader whose passion and energy inspire everyone around him," noted OMLEA Executive Director, Chris LeGrande. "His unwavering dedication to recognizing the positive accomplishments of students and staff has created a school culture that thrives on encouragement and excellence. Being named OMLEA Principal of the Year is a well-deserved honor, and I can’t wait to see the continued impact of his leadership.”
In addition to being recognized at the CCOSA Summer Leadership Conference this June, Wise will join fellow state nominees in Seattle on July 9, where NASSP will announce the NASSP National Middle Level and High School Principals of the Year during its national conference. This marks the first time since 2014 that NASSP has expanded its recognition program to honor both Middle Level and High School Principals of the Year.
For more information about OASSP, OMLEA, and the Principal of the Year Awards, please visit www.ccosa.org.
Glenpool Public Schools is honored to receive the Excellence level certification from Certified Healthy Oklahoma. This recognition highlights our dedication to creating a healthy environment for learning and working. We're investing in a healthier future!
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Come to the Community Forum on Wednesday, February 26, regarding the bond election on March 4. We'll discuss all the details and answer any questions.
More info at: https://www.glenpoolps.org/page/bond-issue-2025
