Lower Elementary School

Field Day Information!

Congratulations to our Support Personnel of the Month - Jonna Roberts. Jonna is our Transportation Manager. Here is what a colleague had to say about Jonna: "Jonna goes above and beyond for all the activities requiring transportation to make sure the kids get where they’re going safely! " And, "Jonna is one of those people who will do whatever it takes to get things done and make sure everyone around her is supported. She works incredibly hard, always steps up to help others, and truly cares about the kids in our school. She goes out of her way to ensure students have what they need and that staff feel supported, too. Her dedication and problem-solving skills make her such a valuable part of Glenpool Schools!"

A large stack of KUDOS to our Secondary Teacher of the Month for May 2026 - Katie Clark. Mrs. Clark teaches special education English-Language Arts at our Intermediate School. One of her fellow teachers writes, "Katie Clark is new to the special education team at the intermediate. She is an amazing addition to our team. She is helpful, collaborative, and has just jumped right in. We adore her, and she does a fantastic job with the kids."

Help us in recognizing our Elementary Certified Personnel of the Month for May 2026 - Heather Straessle. Mrs. Straessle serves as our Assistant Principal at the Upper Elementary. Here is what a teacher had to say: "Heather has done an excellent job developing and refining our school’s SWAT process! She took the time to walk through each step in detail, easing any uncertainty about the new system. I truly admire how hard she works and how faithfully she shows up each day, overcoming any obstacles, to serve our school in both emotional and academic ways."

Join us in celebrating Mrs. Sara Nelson, one of our amazing Pre-K teachers at GLE! She was recently honored as a Cherokee Nation Teacher of the Year in the "Determined/Persistent" category. While Mrs. Nelson is known for being humble and quiet, her impact on our school is absolutely huge. She works tirelessly behind the scenes to lead our Pre-K department and ensures our littlest Warriors have the strongest possible start for Kindergarten and beyond. We are so proud to have her expertise and heart in our classrooms! Way to go, Mrs. Nelson!

The GLE Canadian Goose Family, Wilber and Wilma Warrior, has great news. Their babies have hatched. Please be on the lookout and drive carefully through our parking lot!

Back-to-school shopping is not just about buying supplies. It is about navigating the list, comparing brands, and making multiple store runs. With 1st Day School Supplies, that entire process disappears. Order online in minutes, and everything arrives in one box, exactly as requested by your teacher.
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Come out and support the talented Glenpool Public School choirs as they take the stage for the Spring concert at 7 pm at the Glenpool APB. We will have some special performances by students who earned superior ratings at contest starting at 6:45 pm!

Free Summer Meals for Glenpool Students

Lower Elementary Times May Edition is here!

7th Grade Students must have their TDAP immunization or an exemption on file to attend school - take care of your child soon! Check your email for details on free immunizations (for ALL students) offered on May 14.

Glenpool Schools is now hiring for '26-'27. Apply now and enjoy the benefits of small class sizes, great medical benefits, a small-town feel, and free after-school childcare for employees' children.

https://www.glenpoolps.org/o/gps/page/employment

The phones and internet connections were re-established last night around 10:00 pm. We are back to normal, for now, so come on back to school and enjoy day #158!

Not all school supplies are created equal. Our 1st Day School Supply kits include the name brands teachers prefer. The products students are used to using in the classroom. When you order through our school store, you know you are getting quality supplies packaged and delivered on time.
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Just passing along a couple of opportunities for events occurring at Sand Springs Public Schools in June. They will be one of six regional sites for an Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) Family Literacy Night for area families on June 17th. Anyone is welcome.

See the flier below for more information. The OSDE also has information on their HEROES Literacy Instructional Team website.

June 17th - OSDE Family Literacy Night in Sand Springs

Please note, the event details mention a 3% online transaction fee will be applied to orders with paid tickets. Both events are free, so there is not a transaction fee.

"Oh, the thinks you can think.... when you come see Seussical."

Glenpool Public Schools proudly presents "Seussical the Musical"

April 30th-May 2nd at 7 pm.

☀️ Join the Fun: Help Us Make Field Day Unforgettable!
It’s almost time for one of the most exciting days of the year at Glenpool Lower Elementary!

We are looking for volunteers, with a level 2 background check, to help make our Field Day on May 20th a success. Whether you can lend a hand for a few hours or stay for the whole day, your support helps ensure our students have a safe, active, and fun-filled experience.

Field day will take place on May 20th at Glenpool Lower Elementary
What you'll do: Help run activity stations, assist with setup/cleanup, and cheer on our students!

We’d love to have you join in on the fun and support our kiddos. Please let us know if you are available to help by signing up on our sign-up genius sheet. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0944A4AC2CA1FB6-63535388-lefield

Thank you for being such an amazing part of our school community—we couldn't do this without you!

Our teachers worked directly with 1st Day School Supplies to build next year’s lists. That means when you order, you are getting exactly what your child’s teacher requested. No substitutions. No second-guessing. It is a simple, organized way to start the school year confident and prepared. 👉 Order Here: https://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/1178581

Parents, The weather forecast for tonight shows an 80% chance of storms firing up right around 7:00 in our area. Due to potential weather, we are canceling our community forum scheduled for 7:00 this evening at the Upper elementary. We will reschedule this and communicate the date. Thank you Curtis Layton, Superintendent