2011-2012 Kingfisher School Calendar
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2011-2012 Kingfisher School Calendar
Gilmour Elementary Kingfisher Middle School Kingfisher High School 2011-2012 Kingfisher School Calendar 1 The five members of the Kingfisher Board of Education serve staggered five year terms. One member of the Board is elected each year, usually in February. Each member must be a qualified elector and must live within the Kingfisher School District and within the sub -district he/she will represent. Board members are volunteers and receive no compensation for their service. They meet at least once each month and may meet more often as needed. They are responsible for supervising the education program of the Kingfisher School District. To do this, Board members hire a Superintendent of Schools who is responsible for the day to day operation of the district. The superintendent employs building principals and teachers with the approval of the Board. The superintendent must be certified by the State of Oklahoma and meet other requirements as established by law or the State Board of Education. Board members are unique in government in that their authority exists only while serving during an official meeting. As individuals, Board members have no power or authority, however, they are open to hearing from patrons at any time and will bring concerns to official meetings. The Board usually meets the first Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Board of Education Building located at 602 Chisholm Drive, Kingfisher, Oklahoma 73750. The Open Meeting Law of Oklahoma requires that all public bodies conduct their meetings in public and patrons of the district are welcome and encouraged to attend Board meetings. Provisions are made at the beginning of each meeting to hear patron comments. Further compliance with the Open Meeting Law provides for the posting of the Board‟s agenda at the Board of Education Building at least two business days prior to a meeting (usually on the Thursday prior to a meeting). During an official meeting, only those items listed upon the posted agenda may be voted and acted upon except in cases of emergency. Special meetings may be called to act upon items discussed but not voted upon. The members of the Kingfisher Board of Education for the 20102011 school year are: Mr. Scott Ulsaker, Mr. Mike Copeland, Mr. Randy Farrar, Mr. Roland Mulherin and Mr. Brad Shepherd. The Kingfisher Administrative Team for 20102011: From left back row are Board Members: Scott Ulsaker, Supt. Don O. Scales, and Brad Shepherd. Front Row left to right–Mike Copeland, Board President Randy Farrar and member Rolland Mulherin It is with much pleasure that I write this message to you today. The school board of the Kingfisher Public School District has given me a wonderful opportunity to serve in the very best community and school in the state. I must applaud our outstanding and accomplished teachers and support staff for their awesome dedication to their students and this school district and to the community. There is a very high level of “Teacher Expectation” from their students throughout the entire system and its shows through our student‟s performance. There is genuine caring and concern for the student‟s successes shown by all of our administrators, faculty and staff. Also, we thank the community for its overwhelming support of our district this past year. Kingfisher is not your ordinary community or school district. It is way above and very close to the top. There has been so much appreciation shown to this school, its students, faculty and administration by the patrons of this community. It is that standard of excellence, appreciation and expectation that will continue to make this one of the truly great school districts of Oklahoma. Look for a reason to make contact with each school board member, buy them a cup of coffee, and ask what you can do to help. I really enjoyed being here and being involved in all the educational offerings of our school district. This is a great community and school district and a wonderful place to work. It was that way when I came. It has been nurtured by caring professionals before me. Please come visit our schools and get acquainted with all of us. Thank you. Don O. Scales Superintendent of Schools 2 Kingfisher Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, qualified handicap or veterans status 2 Welcome Jason Sternberger Superintendent Kingfisher Schools 2011-2012 I would like to express my gratitude to the Kingfisher Board of Education and the community of Kingfisher for giving me the opportunity to serve as Superintendent of schools. In front of the high school are the words “making a difference.” It is a very deserving phrase for such a wonderful school system who does make a positive difference in the lives of the children who attend. Kingfisher is known as one the best schools throughout the state for its excellence both in academics and extra-curricular activities. The goals and expectations are set very high for our students. We must continue to work together as a school and community, not only to achieve state awards, but national accomplishments as well. In the short amount of time I have been involved with Kingfisher Public school, I have admired the amount of support that is given to our students to help ensure their educational success. The Board of Education is committed to give the resources that are necessary to ensure success and also to help implement new programs by the administrators and teachers. As evident with our yearly test scores, our teaching staff is second to none to make sure that they are preparing all of the students for college and other career opportunities when they graduate. I am very dedicated to the task on hand to not only maintain, but to elevate the pride and excellence for Kingfisher Public Schools. One of the greatest factors that contribute to a school‟s success rate is the amount of parental involvement with their children. Whether it is supporting them at home with educational activities or giving feedback to school personnel, we welcome each and everyone‟s input as to what ideas you may have to make Kingfisher Public Schools a better place for all of the children in the district. I invite you to share your thoughts with me at any time. Once again, I thank you for this opportunity and look forward to meeting you in the near future. Sincerely, Jason Sternberger Superintendent of Kingfisher Schools Kingfisher High School Welcomes New High School Principal Sammy Jackson My name is Sammy Jackson and I will be the new Kingfisher High School Principal starting this 2011-2012 school year. My wife Julie will be teaching fourth grade and my youngest son Kaden (KJ) will be a Freshman this year. My oldest son Tanner will be attending Southeastern and playing football for the Savage Storm. We are moving here from Elgin Oklahoma where I was the Middle School Principal and my wife was an elementary teacher. My family and I are so excited to become part of the wonderful school system and tradition here at Kingfisher. We have heard of Kingfisher’s excellence our entire lives and now are honored to become part of such a successful school system. Thank you for welcoming us to your community and school. GO JACKETS!!!!! 3 KINGFISHER SCHOOLS AMINSTRATIVE TEAM Mr. Don Scales began his 44rd year in education when he assumed the position of Superintendent of the Kingfisher schools July 1, 2008. He is a graduate of Colony High School, Colony, Oklahoma, and received degrees and Principal/Superintendent certification from SWOSU, OSU, and OU. He began his teaching career in Clinton where he stayed for 34 years. During his years in Clinton he served as a Math and Physics teacher for 4 years, and then served in a dual role of ½ day Math and Physics teacher while also assigned duty of Assistant High School Principal, responsible for student discipline for the next 5 years. He then served as the High School Principal for 5 years before being hired as the Assistant Superintendent of Schools which was for eleven (11) years. As the Assistant Superintendent he was responsible for personnel, curriculum, federal programs, Special Education, Hot Lunch Program, Transportation and coordinated school activities. His last nine (9) years at Clinton was spent as School Superintendent. Beginning July 1999 Mr. Scales took employment with the Oklahoma State Department of Education as a regional accreditation officer which lasted for nine (9) years. It was during those nine years of auditing and accrediting some 55-60 school districts annually and the opportunity to come to Kingfisher school district for a close look each of those nine years that Mr. Scales was made aware of its strengths and its many excellent educational programs offered to the students of this community. The 2010-2011 Assistant Superintendent, Mr. Payne comes to Kingfisher after serving six years as a 4th and 5th grade instructor with the Piedmont schools. He also served four years as Assistant Varsity Football Coach. During his college days, Mr. Payne was football quarterback for Cal State at Fullerton and for the University of Central Oklahoma. Mr. Payne has as his vision creating a climate where all students learn, grow in confidence, and experience success As Principal of Kingfisher High School, Charles Willis has been an administrator for fourteen years in the Kingfisher District. He came to Kingfisher from Tuttle where he had a career of nearly 20 years as Agriculture Education instructor. Mr. Willis is widely recognized throughout the Vocational and Technical community as an outstanding teacher and has brought his skills from those areas to Kingfisher. Mr. Willis is a graduate of Verden High School and holds a Bachelors and Masters degree from Oklahoma State University and principal/superintendent certification from the University of Central Oklahoma. At the Principal of Kingfisher Middle School, Keith Campbell is starting his second year as Middle School principal and has served as the High School assistant principal. Keith is a graduate of Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford, Oklahoma where he received a rodeo scholarship. He previously taught as a Middle School Instructor and coach in Mustang, Oklahoma He was born in Charlotte, North Carolina and graduated from North Mecklenburg High School in Huntersville, North Carolina. Jim Hines is returning for his fourth year as principal of Gilmour Elementary. Mr. Hines is a graduate of Altus High School, Oklahoma State University and the University of Oklahoma where he received a Masters in Guidance and Counseling. He has served in the Moore Public Schools, the Woodward Public Schools, the Altus Public Schools and of course the Kingfisher Public Schools prior to his current tenure. Mr. Hines is pleased to have the opportunity to serve the boys and girls and their families at Gilmour and hopes to play a positive role in the educational development of each and every student. 4 The Kingfisher Public Schools were established in 1891 and graduated their first senior class in 1894. Since that time, this school district has developed and maintained a reputation for excellence in academics and co-curricular activities second to none. In addition, this district‟s high school has been a member of the North Central Association of Secondary Schools for more than eighty years. Membership in this voluntary accreditation organization guarantees high standards and acceptance by other North Central schools of credits awarded by the Kingfisher district. This school district continues to improve the opportunities it offers to the children of the Kingfisher community and strives to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in technology and teaching methods. All classrooms are wired for the Internet and teachers and students are conversant with the latest online research techniques. The success of the Kingfisher Schools has been made possible, largely through the cooperation and support of the families of the children enrolled and of the community in general. The Kingfisher Schools strive to be open and friendly and visitors are always welcome. Please feel free to visit with the building principal and he will be delighted to show you the building and give you the opportunity to see young people learning and to observe a superb teaching staff. Attendance Oklahoma law requires school attendance of all children between the ages of five and eighteen years of age. The Kingfisher Board of Education policy further requires that students attend classes at least 90% of the time to receive credit. 450 students per day. Special services are also provided for handicapped or disabled students. Special Education The Kingfisher School District provides complete services to those students who require special attention. The district has special education classes at each school site with specially certified instructors who are trained to deal with the special needs of students whether their needs involve mental, behavioral, or learning disabilities. For more information about these special programs, contact your child‟s building principal. Title I The Title I program serves students in reading and math skills. Students who experience difficulty in these areas are referred to Title I instructors to determine eligibility for assistance. These instructors conduct an individual evaluation of the referred students and design techniques for helping them. These programs are designed primarily to meet the needs of younger students with the belief that the sooner the students receive extra help, the easier it will be for them to progress through school. School Closings Listen to Oklahoma City television stations for information regarding school closings. You may also call the Superintendent's office at 375-4194 for information. Enrollment Students enroll in the Kingfisher Schools at the building site for their grade level. Elementary students (grades Pre/K–4) enroll at the Geen Gilmour Elementary School located at 1400 South Oak Street, Grades 5-8 enroll at Kingfisher Middle School located at 601 South 13th Street, and High School students enroll at Kingfisher High School located at 1500 S. 13th Street. Students who have not been previously enrolled in Kingfisher Public Schools will be required to provide information about previous schools and an up-to-date immunization record. Additional information may be requested according to law and district policy. Food Service On an average day, about 750 lunches are served to Kingfisher students and faculty by our food service staff. The student nutrition program is multi-faceted and first among its objectives is to provide one third of each child‟s daily nutritional requirement. Learning about good nutrition and its contribution to good health are other objectives. The Kingfisher district also provides a Breakfast Program that serves about 250 breakfasts daily to grades Pre-K through high school seniors. Transportation The Kingfisher District encompasses 189 square miles located entirely within Kingfisher County. Bus transportation is available to all rural students. Seven rural bus routes carry approximately 5 National Champions Ashton Mese and Tara Newton National FFA Prepared and Extemp Public Speaking Winners From the Assistant Superintendent Fancy sayings or philosophical musings in a school’s mission statement are merely words unless they’re implemented with love, care, and purpose. At Kingfisher Schools we make it our mission to be fully engaged and synergistically focused so our kids can experience, grow, and develop in a strong and vibrant school district. One of my responsibilities as Assistant Superintendent is to encourage the professional growth of our faculty, enabling us to accomplish the ordinary in extraordinary fashion. Currently our district is at the very top in every educational category. Attaining and maintaining this status is just a means to an end; the concluding results being the proliferation of the next generation of leaders that will continue our school’s heritage of graduating pillars of success and strength. In order for our students to thrive without distraction, we emphasize effective and open communication channels between teachers, parents and caregivers. In partnership with parents and caregivers, our goal is to guide students in problem solving skills, to encourage them to listen to their hearts, to understand the importance and scope of well-meant criticism, and to stretch themselves academically, all in an effort to help them reach their full potential. With the help and participation of active parents and caregivers, we believe a student’s potential is limitless. It is the strength of unity within our community of parents, faculty, and school board that truly makes Kingfisher a special place for students to attend school. I once heard a quote from another Educator that keenly summarizes the attributes that are key to the success of Kingfisher Schools: “If you want an opportunity to bring out the best in your child, put them in the best environment possible.” Terry Payne Assistant Superintendent You Can Help Kingfisher Schools Federal Programs Assisting in the Education of Students Did you know that Kingfisher Schools receives money for each student on our Title IX roll? The government gives a flat fee for any student with a 506 form on file. The 506 form simply states that the student is part Native American – the percentage is not on the form. Any student with any Native American ancestory, even several generations ago, can qualify. The only information required for the 506 count is the student‟s name, the tribe the ancestor belonged to and a parent signature on the form. If a form is turned in, this does not require you to join any clubs or attend any meetings. It also does not necessarily mean you are listing Native American as your primary race. With the Title IX funds that our school receives, we are able to provide after-school tutoring to all students regardless of age, race, creed, sex, or physical disability. The funds also pay for technology such as computers for students in the classroom. If you know that you have a Native American background and you haven‟t filled out a form for your child, please contact the school. If you are unsure, call and we can tell you if you need to add your child‟s name to the list. Kingfisher also participates in other grants that are funded primarily on the basis of the free and reduced lunches that are provided for students who qualify. Check out the opportunities to help your child and support our school through participating in the free and reduced lunch program. Increasing our count will benefit all students, and it is such an easy touch with your school and help our kids today! 6 process. Get in Geen Gilmour Elementary 1400 South Oak Gilmour Elementary will be moving on in 2011 – 2012 as we continue our quest for excellence. We will be in a new configuration for the first time with Gilmour continuing as a Pre-K 2nd grade Early Childhood Center and the 3rd and 4th grades moving to the new 3rd and 4th grade center. The Gilmour Family of teachers, students and patrons is extremely proud of Gilmour‟s accomplishments of late which clearly make our school a lighthouse for others to emulate. The past two years Gilmour has been at the top of the state in API scores placing us in the top one percent of the states 1,006 elementary school sites. Way to go Gilmour Family! This past year Gilmour was honored as one of the top candidates in the state for the prestigious Blue Ribbon Schools Award. At Gilmour our emphasis is on Academics and we use the Pass Skills as our guide to prepare our students for a positive and productive education and a successful future. Reading is paramount in the minds of our teachers and staff and we are proud to showcase the fact that no one in the universe reads more books than our students at Gilmour. This past school year Gilmour students read over 51,300 books. Ye Ha, Way to Go Students! The teaching staff at Gilmour is highly trained and extremely dedicated to serving the Kingfisher Community and the students they are entrusted with at Gilmour. Gilmour also provides outstanding programs in Guidance and Counseling, Music, Physical Education and Library Science. Excellent Speech and OT services are also provided to round out a well balanced educational environment. We have taken a positive approach to the health and well being of our students through our Schools for Healthy Lifestyles program. Core Beliefs of Our School: All children will have the opportunity to explore, develop and maximize their individual talents both mentally and physically in a loving and comfortable learning environment. We consistently pursue high academic standards co-curricular standards of achievement and believe that students will rise to our highest expectations. We believe that all students, as life long learners, can become capable productive members of society. Teachers, students, patrons and community members are integral partners in the educational process. Please come and join us as we begin another school year with excellence as our goal and children‟s development as our purpose. Terry Payne/Jim Hines Gilmour Elementary/Third and Fourth Grade Center Principals 7 Dear Parents, Kingfisher Middle School continues to strive for excellence each and every day from our students and staff. Each year we are recognized as one of the top middle schools statewide, and each year we dedicate ourselves to improving our status. I continue to be amazed at the levels of achievement our students attain and the devotion our teachers have to challenging our students each day. I‟m extremely proud to work in a school where our parents and community are committed to our schools and teachers and support our efforts in readying our students for the future. It is our goal, at Kingfisher Middle School, to prepare our students with the tools to be successful in whatever avenue they take in the years to come. As I look to the upcoming year, our future is extremely bright at Kingfisher Middle School. Please feel free to stop by and share in our students successes. Keith Campbell Kingfisher Middle School Kingfisher Middle School 8 1500 South 13th Kingfisher, Oklahoma Preparing Leaders With A Vision Charles Willis High School Principal As this era in my life is coming to a close and I look forward to retirement, I am pleased to say that I have been a part of one of Oklahoma‟s finest Public Schools. To all of you that have dedicated your time talents and contributions to insure the educational advantage of our students I say thank you. It has indeed been a pleasure to watch our students develop into today‟s leaders and I implore you to continue to support the education and development of our youth. As a progressive high school, Kingfisher High School is recognized across the state and nation, the outstanding KHS faculty and staff works diligently with our community, state and national leaders to ensure that KHS students have the best advantage to be prepared for life. With continued excellence in academics and extra-curricular programs, KHS will continue to assist students in excelling in venues of educational excellence. Again parents I extend our appreciation for the outstanding support and guidance that you provide throughout the year. Your continued support and involvement as a promotional force in your child's education is ever more crucial. As a part of our continued commitment of communication, KHS will offer on line access to your student performance through MAS Grade Book which allows parents a direct link to help monitor their child‟s performance in the classroom. Remember the KHS door is always open and if at any time you have questions we encourage you to contact us. We would like to say thank you for allowing us the opportunity to share in the lives of our future, your children. Charles Willis High School Principal From High School Dean of Students As Dean of Students of Kingfisher High School it is my honor to work with the young adults of our community on a daily basis. Our students are proof that the community, parents, and teachers of Kingfisher are devoted to the success of our students and are vested in the future of our community. “Life-long learning” is a term used in many educational circles and continues to be the foundation of our efforts at Kingfisher High School. As educators, we are dedicated to providing our students the opportunity for academic success, as well as, a firm foundation to build on in the future. I am extremely excited to start the new school year and anticipate great things from our students. It is an honor and a privilege to work in such a devoted and renowned school district. Please feel free to call or drop by and see for yourself the future being built at Kingfisher High School. Go Yellowjackets! Stuart Purintun 9 Redlands Community College and Kingfisher Schools Redlands Community College and the Kingfisher School System continue a partnership that is now more than a decade old. Both schools have agreed to work together for the mutual benefit of each institution and their students. Today, education doesn‟t end with the high school diploma. For nearly everyone, additional education will be needed beyond high school whether that education is vocational-technical training and special work related classes, an associates degree, or an advanced college degree. There‟s just no question; to remain current on the latest information and techniques, additional training and classes will be required. Recognizing these needs, Redlands Community College, headquartered in El Reno, and the Kingfisher Schools have cooperated to bring college classes to the community of Kingfisher. Kingfisher area students (adults, high school seniors, and in some instances even high school juniors) may take a variety of courses each semester and during the summer. Redlands Community College classes serve recent high school graduates and many more as well. Students still in high school can take „„concurrent courses‟‟ for college credit. Seniors who have scored at least a 19 on their ACT, 1st semester juniors with at least a 24 and 2nd semester Juniors who have at least a 21 on their ACT can enroll in regular credit college classes. Taking advantage of this opportunity, it is possible for a high school student to complete a semester of college work before graduating from high school, possibly even more. This means a wonderful saving in time and money plus it provides the student with a head start not only in credits but also in adjustment to the college atmosphere. As a special incentive for underclassmen to take college classes, the Kingfisher Board of Education has made it possible for high school students to count the Redlands college Government class for both high school and college credit. For more information see the counselor. Many other students take classes as well. In addition to the traditional just out of high school college student, many non-traditional students take classes too. People of all ages, even senior citizens, have taken classes in Kingfisher. Some want to finish their Associate‟s Degree. Others whose college was delayed by work, marriage, children, etc., now want to start on their dream. Some need to upgrade their skills and still others are just interested in continuing their learning. Whatever the need, RCC wants to work with the Kingfisher Schools to help meet that need. As a special bonus, persons over age 65 may take classes for audit at no charge. Now, with a modern high school facility located at 1500 S. 13th Street in Kingfisher, even more opportunities will present themselves. Well equipped Science Labs welcome more science classes and a „„fiber-optic‟‟ classroom opens Redlands Classes to the whole world! The day may come when students will have to visit the Redlands campus for only a few classes prior to obtaining a degree. Educational opportunity is the sincere mission of the Kingfisher Schools. From „„Distance Learning‟‟ through televised instruction, to middle school exploratory classes, to advanced high school classes, to Redlands Community College classes, it is possible to get an outstanding education in Kingfisher. For questions or more information, please call 375-4191 and speak with the Redlands Community college site coordinator. “Preparing the Leaders of Today” 10 Academic Performance Index (API) Kingfisher Public Schools 2010-API Scores* Kingfisher School District 1329 Gilmour Elementary 1397 Middle School 1268 High School 1387 "Oklahoma’s Academic Performance Index (API) has given our state a boost on recent federal legislation regarding accountability and reporting practices," said State Superintendent Sandy Garrett. With minor adjustments for compliance, the API has been submitted to the United States Department of Education (USDE) for use as Oklahoma‟s single accountability system, required under the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) of 2001. The entire nation is undergoing great change in educational policy, stemming largely from the NCLB Act of 2001. Federal legislation under this Act requires many amendments to current policy, effective immediately. The API, defined in state law under Title 70 O.S. § 3-150 and 3-151, is a numeric score, ranging from 0-1500, that indicates school performance based primarily upon state-mandated tests but also upon other contributing factors to a school‟s educational success. The seven educational indicators set forth in the API law (the factors in the API formula) are: 1. Oklahoma School Testing Program (OSTP) scores 2. Attendance rates 3. Dropout rates 4. Advanced Placement participation and performance (secondary schools) 5. Graduation rates (secondary schools) 6. ACT average scores (secondary schools) 7. College remediation rates (secondary schools) The purpose of the API is to measure success and initiate growth in school and district performance in our state. It is important to remember that because of vast differences in size, location, demographics, etc. among Oklahoma schools, the State Department of Education (SDE) urges caution in comparing the score of one school or district to that of another. The emphasis of the API is growth with each school and district; the focus should remain on meeting or exceeding established annual targets. Test scores comprise at least 80 percent of each school's API score depending upon whether or not a school site is a high school or the district includes a high school. The state-mandated tests utilized are given in Grades 3, 4, 5, 8 and End of Instruction Tests (EOI). To ensure validity and reliability of the data relative to small numbers of students, API baseline scores are reported only for schools who have 30 or more state mandated test scores at that site in the 2004-2005 school year. The School/District Report Cards with the API Index provide a detailed picture of both areas of success and areas needing improvement. The tests are administered at grades 3, 4, 5, 8 & EOI, and results from both reading and math are used in the API. The SDE is awaiting further federal guidance before determining the expected annual targets. Because Oklahoma schools vary greatly in aspects such as size, demographics and location, the API score of one school or district does not necessarily compare to the API score of another school or district. By way of a comparable example, the average ACT composite score reflects the performance of a sizable sample of students across the nation on just one test. However, ACT posts a notice on every national release that the "average scores should not be interpreted as providing grounds for an explicit or implicit ranking of the various states‟ educational systems." The API brings together five different sets of test scores for various grade levels and six additional indicators of school performance and through a complex formula arrives at a single score. The state-wide report card is on the web at: http://schoolreportcard.org/2009/reports/ drc/200937I007.pdf (type this link or (copy and paste into your browser to visit the site.) 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Kingfisher Students Reach for Success as Scholarships Recipients More than $1,938,210 Awaits KHS Grads By Karla Eischen, KHS Counselor The price of a college education seems to be extremely high. However, there is money available to help pay for a college education. In fact, students have many sources of financial aid available to them such as grants, loans, and scholarships. Armed with a resume, a letter of recommendation, and several applications, the seniors at Kingfisher High School haven‟t been job hunting all year but scholarship hunting. The seniors search for scholarships to help offset the staggeringly high costs that come with a higher education. Hard work, dedication, and determination have been the keys for the KHS senior class of 2011. As of this date, they have been awarded $1,938,210 in scholarships. Some of the larger scholarships included: Derek Patterson - $947,580 including Tulsa University, Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Southern Nazarene University, Oklahoma Baptist University, University of Central Oklahoma, OCA, Beverly Schaberg-Darrough; Taylor Holt – $159,200 scholarship from the Oklahoma State University, OCU, Tulsa University, Oklahoma Baptist University, Kingfisher Masonic Lodge; Joshua Swain – $90,000 including Oklahoma State University, Tulsa University, Oklahoma Baptist University; Cheyenne Conrady – $78,504 scholarships from Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma‟s Promise, O‟Collegian, Cowboy Covenant, University of Oklahoma; Brandon Hubbard – scholarships from Oklahoma Baptist University, Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma State University, OSU Valedictorian, Elks Legacy, Kingfisher Elks, ESA Foundation, PLC, RC Science, ESA Foundation totaling $78,224; Shelby Layn – scholarships from Tulsa University, Oklahoma Baptist University, Northern Oklahoma College, Ralph Enix, Beverly Schaberg-Darrough, STUCO, Kingfisher Masonic Lodge totaling $71,550; Adam Post – scholarships from OSU Valedictorian, Oklahoma Promise, Cowboy Covenant, University of Central Oklahoma, Connie King Freeman, Kingfisher Elks Women‟s Auxiliary, Kingfisher Masonic Lodge totaling $53,254; Kamara Hellwege – scholarships from Oklahoma State University, Cowboy Covenant, Oklahoma‟s Promise $50,504; Megan Copeland – Oklahoma State University, OSU Valedictorians, Melisa Bollenbach, American Legion, Farm Bureau, PEO totaling $33,350; Makylah Endres – DCP Midstream, Oklahoma State University, OSU Valedictorian, Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Beverly Schaberg-Darrough, Kingfisher Lions totaling $26,606; Brianna Matson – Oklahoma Baptist University, University of Central Oklahoma; Brandon Mackey – Oklahoma‟s Promise, Cowboy Covenant totaling $42,504. Also, Richard Mathes – scholarships from Southwestern Oklahoma State University, University of Central Oklahoma, Oklahoma‟s Promise totaling $20,698; Macy Mueggenborg– Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma‟s Promise, Jim Young Memorial, Kingfisher Elks, Jr. Miss Talent, Kingfisher Masonic Lodge, Intel Bank totaling $18,478; Ashley Tobin – Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma‟s Promise, Ray and Nancy Cravens for $17,028; Ashley Storey – Oklahoma‟s Promise for $16,698; Jonathan Harvie – Oklahoma‟s Promise for $16,698; Andrew House – Oklahoma‟s Promise, Southwestern Oklahoma State University for $16,528; Logan Nault – Oklahoma State University, OSU Valedictorian, Larry Golbek Memorial, OCA, All Sports Association for totaling $16,050. Kingfisher High School provides many opportunities for seniors to seek scholarships and work in this area actually begins during the freshman year. Conferences are held with parents and students and tests measuring student interests are used to encourage thought about future education opportunities. Student‟s also complete four-year plans, which outline their education goals for their high school years, and many teachers spend class time discussing careers and the educational preparation required for them. In addition, the district sponsors frequent career interest activities so those students can meet with individuals currently working in a career of their interest. A Career Center has been established in the library to give students a variety of materials on careers of their choice. 20 KHS Photography KHS STUDENT PHOTOGRAPHERS Several Kingfisher High School student photographers have been recognized for their work at the National Youth Photo Competition of the Photography Society of American. Their photos had previously been selected for recognition at the Oklahoma Camera Club Youth Photography Competition. At the OK Camera Club Competition, KHS Assistant Chief Photographer Caleb Deane received a first place award in the Landscape/Waterscape category for his photo “Clouds of Fire” taken in Grand Teton National Park. In total, fourteen of the thirty photos recognized were from KHS. The Oklahoma Camera Club Youth Photo Competition is the equivalent of “state” for a sports team. According to Carol McCreary of the Oklahoma Camera Club, a large percentage of the photos displayed at the National Competition were from Oklahoma and many of those were from Kingfisher. KHS Photography Sponsor Dr. A. J. Johnson said, “Our student photographers have done well every year and this year was no exception. I certainly appreciate their efforts.” KHS Photography students also took their annual photography field trip; this year to Taos, New Mexico where they learned about landscape photography and special lighting conditions. They also attended the Taos Balloon Festival getting some very interesting shots. Johnson added, “None of these activities would have been possible without the cooperation and encouragement of the Kingfisher Schools‟ administration and Board of Education. Because of them these students have state of the art equipment, unique photographic opportunities and the opportunities to express themselves through photography. Within the last few years, four students who got their initial photography training at KHS have gone on to graduate with photography degrees and find employment as professional photographers. ” Your calls, suggestions, and visits are welcomed by the staff of the Kingfisher Schools. For more information please refer to our web site at: www.kingfisher.k12.ok.us Oklahoma State Champion Economics Team Left to Right: Matthew Walta, Mayuri Patel, Dakota Jones and Peyton Yeoman and advisor Doug Jech 21 Gilmour Elementary When sending breakfast/lunch money with your child, please put it in an envelope marked with the child‟s name, teacher, amount, and how much money is to go towards breakfast and/or lunch. Unless the parent specifies, all money will be applied to the student‟s lunch account. We encourage parents to prepay for your child‟s meals. Meals may be paid by the week, month, semester, or year. Any unused money may be carried over to the next week, month, semester, or year. Each student will be issued a lunch card. Damaged or lost cards will cost $1.00 to replace the first time and will increase $1.00 each time thereafter. This amount will automatically be charged to your child‟s account. Parents will receive a note regarding your child‟s breakfast/lunch charges the first school day after the last day of the month. Your child‟s charges need to be paid, along with money for future meals within three school days. If charges are not paid by the 4th day, your child will receive a peanut butter sandwich, fruit and milk. He/she will continue to receive this meal until charges are paid in full. Parents are welcome to join children for lunch anytime, but we request that you phone the school secretary by 8:00 a.m. the day you wish to eat. The cost is $3.00 for any age guest meal. Children may purchase extra milk. Any questions regarding your child‟s account should be directed to the Cashier. You may contact her at 375-4010 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Middle and High School Each high school student will be issued a meal card. Students must present this card to receive a meal. If a student does not have his/her meal card, he/she will be asked to go to the end of the line until everyone has been served. Meal money may be paid from 7:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., and from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. No money will be received during the serving period. We encourage parents to prepay for children‟s meals. Money may be sent to school with your child, or mailed to the cashier. Please send to: Dawn Newton, Middle School, 601 S. 13th, Kingfisher, OK 73750 or Linda Murphey, Kingfisher High School, 1500 S. 13th, Kingfisher, OK 73750. If you have any questions, please call the cashier at the respective school to inquire about your child‟s account. The Middle School kitchen number is 375-5167 and the High School kitchen number is 375-4703. Students may not accumulate more than $6.00 in charges at a time. Charge notes will be given to students daily at the point of service. If your child reaches this limit an attempt to contact parents will be made, and he/she will receive the peanut butter sandwich, fruit, and milk lunch until charges are paid. Lost or damaged cards will cost $1.00 to replace the first time and will increase $1.00 each time thereafter. Closed campus will apply to both the MS and HS students. 22 KINGFISHER SCHOOLS CERTIFIED DISTRICT STAFF 2010-2011 KINGFISHER HIGH SCHOOL Vicky Allen Tom Arrington Lynn Barnett Lori Burns Ryan Burns Sharon Clark Paul Gardella Dana Golbek Karen Hubbard Doug Jech Dr. A.J. Johnson Kathy Kadavy Kurt Kaya Patricia Lemon Mark Maehs Kayli McKee Elise Morrow Candyce Myers Jeff Myers Sabrina Nault Joline Olderburg Robert Patterson Karee Patterson Terri Peck Janet Pennington Stuart Purintun Ryan Schenk Kati Stevens Cyndi Ice David Pounds Andrea Taylor Alisha Wallace KINGFISHER MIDDLE SCHOOL 10 Lou Barrick 22 2 Misty Blundell 9 11 Stan Blundell 12 12 Amy Broadbent 3 12 Susan Campbell 3 11 Chric Combs 12 16 Ed Evey 30 30 Morgan Finley 6 18 Jill Haub 4 19 Vicky Jech 23 4 Valerie Johnoson 2 18 Whitney Johnson 3 2 Debrah Jorgenson 15 19 Kyle Karns 4 4 Kerri Lafferty 1 4 Jenny Laudwig 1 3 Meggan Lunsford 8 4 Donna Mese 17 7 Jill Myers 4 13.5 Alan Palesano 4 4 Charlotte Phillips 1 10 Sheila Redwine 17 10 Taylor Schwerdtferger 3 34 Mariah Sinclair 3 4 George Terrell 36 6 Liz Walter 13 4 Dianna Weems 27 4 Glenda Wolf 4 3 3 3 3 SPEECH THERAPY COOP Kinberly Jech Terri Stake GILMOUR ELEMENTARY Tresha Arrington Maribeth Boettler Nicholas Boettler Dana Cheap Micah Daugherty Jane Erwin Stephanie Farrell Diane Grellner Laurie Hagar Denise Harrison Susan Haynie Cheri Henderson Renae Hoskins Valerie Loyall Tina Morrison Susan Post Susie Rice` Carmel Rose Anna Schaefer Michelle Simon Lisa Storm Brenda Struck Joyce Talbott Tammy Themer Sheila Thomas Makylah Tollefson Amara Boettler Willis Sue Yost PSYCHOMETRIST 19 17 Kristyn Cagle 23 8 3 6 22 6 7 12 5 6 9 17 21 23 1 24 15 13 27 13.5 6.5 3 12 11 37 15 17 3 8 12 KPS DISTRICT SUPPORT STAFF 2010-2011 Support Staff Years Of Experience Support Staff Years Of Experience Support Staff Years Of Experience Skeeter Glazier 39 Dawn Newton 8 Jennifer Cruz 1 Danny Pflueger 32 Gary Sewell 8 Karla Hicks 1 Martha Malloy 26 Robin Story 8 James Little 1 Barbara Mastalka 19 Pam Werner 8 Heather Mercer 1 Tom Hendricks 18 Courtney Eminger 6 Rose Phillips 1 Janet Chlouber 17 Linda Murphey 6 Kristen Taylor 1 Amy Woods 15 Wilma Vaughn 6 Todd Vincent 1 Josie Henry 14 Lynne Hall 5 Melba McLain 14 Crisella James 5 Adjunct Coaches Cliff Meyer 14 Lisa Masters 5 Ray Belcher Ruthie Bengs 13 Warren Gillilan 4 Jamie Sheppard Dawn Tollefson 13 Lucy Viscaino 4 Savannah Owens Schrie Braden 12 Patricia De la Torre 3 Debie Waeger Kathy Newer 12 Jennifer Billy 2 Trent York Christy Shields 12 Nanzi Diaz 2 Tony Rodriguez Manda Free 10 Dena Garcia 2 Jacque Alig 9 Vonda Helt 4 Americorp Kenny Bengs 9 Teri Hopkins 2 Haeleigh Gaither Rhonda Brown 9 Amy Medders 2 Sadie Richards Rita Buckner 9 Heather Wittrock 2 Dawn Wittrock Sharon Swan Sandra Kloeppel 9 8 Kerri Lafferty Jenny Ludwig 2 2 Kaytlyn Woods Students are NOT eligible to participate in school activities if: 1. He/she reached his/her 19th birthday before September 1st. 2. He/she has not attended class 90% of the time the class has been in session. 3. He/she did not pass at least five classes acceptable for graduation the previous semester. 4. His/her conduct of character at school is under discipline or conduct outside of school is such as to reflect discredit upon the school. (Ineligible until reinstated by the principal.) 24 5. He/she was disqualified during a game or contest because of flagrant or unsportsmanlike conduct. (Ineligible until reinstated by the principal.) 6. He/she did not attend school at least ½ day on the day of the activity. A student who is failing any course will be placed on probation the week following the notification of failure. If the grade is not brought up to passing during the probation week, the student will be ineligible for participation the week following the probation week. A student may NOT be on probation two consecutive weeks. Kingfisher Schools Teacher’s of the Year Alisha Wallace– High School and District Teacher of the Year Alisha Wallace was raised by a family of educators in central Oklahoma, graduating from Strother High School in 2004. After receiving her degree from Oklahoma Baptist University in 2008, she moved to Kingfisher to teach middle school and high school art. Wallace works to hold students accountable for their actions and teach them responsibility for their own choices, helping to mature students for the next level. The goal for her classroom is for every student to “work to the best of their ability” each day. “I am very privileged to teach my students in a community where traditional values are still thought to be of worth,” she said. When not in the classroom, Wallace is an active member of Kingfisher First Baptist Church, where she is involved in choir, children, and youth ministries. Lisa Storm– Gilmour Elementary Teacher of the Year Lisa Storm teaches third grade at Gilmour Elementary. She is married to John Storm and has two children Meredith 25 and Nick 21. Both Children are KHS graduates. Meredith works in Tulsa and is an OSU graduate, and Nick attends OSU. Mrs. Storm earned her bachelors degree from OSU in 1982. She worked as a Home Economist for the Shawnee Milling Company then moved to Kingfisher to serve as the Extension Home Economist for the Cooperative Extension Service. She earned a Masters Degree from UCO and began teaching at Gilmour in 1999. She accomplished National Board Certification in 2003. She is a member of the First Baptist Church and enjoys reading, piano, sewing and cooking. “I love teaching third grade,” says Mrs. Storm. “Students are so anxious to learn and I know all students CAN learn. She adds, “I truly believe teaching is a calling and God guides me every day.” Glenda Wolf– Middle School Teacher of the Year Glenda Wolf graduated with a degree in Special Education from the University of Central Oklahoma. She immediately went to work as a Special Education Teacher at The Children's Center in Bethany. This is a specialized hospital for children with medical and rehabilitative needs. After working there for 18 years she took a position at Kingfisher Schools as the COOP teacher for the multi-handicapped classroom. In '09 she became the director of the COOP, while still teaching in the classroom. This year she became the Special Ed. Director for Kingfisher Schools and has remained in the classroom part-time 25 Education of our young people is an investment in the future. A commitment to excellence in education is the hallmark of Kingfisher Public Schools. Support for education is a tradition and a trust our community has chosen to honor. The Kingfisher Educational Foundation (KEF) continues to support Kingfisher Schools through activities, projects, and monetary grants to teachers. Each year, the KEF gives thousands of dollars in grants that provide for projects ranging from new geographical maps, head-phones for listening and reading, computeraided technology, to specific projects like start-up funds for resurfacing the old track field. Each year the Foundation holds a Duck Race to kick off the start of new year. The little rubber-duckies continue to be a great success and the Foundation raises thousands of dollars during the event. The High School Flag Plaza continues to be a focus of attention for the Foundation and anyone interested in purchasing a brick for the plaza may contact Vicki Rother at 375-3121 . The Foundation continues to work for our schools and accepts contributions to the principal account throughout the year. Its governing board meets the 2 nd Thursday of each month at the Kingfisher Board of Education Building at 7:00 a.m. and the public is welcome to attend. Kingfisher Public Schools in conjunction with Families First, the Department of Human Services, and Kingfisher County Health Department have joined hands to strengthen the bond between the schools, families, and the local community. Together these entities formulate the Kingfisher Community Collaborative (KCC). During the school year, each team meets regularly to assess new referrals and evaluate progress with on-going cases. Our mission is to give support and choice to children and families regarding health and wholeness. We also empower families to provide a safe and encouraging environment for their children. Currently working with Kingfisher Schools is a school based nurse and Helen Naifeh a School based social worker. We are proud to have outstanding individuals working to improve our school and community. 26 Bus Rider Safety Tips and Rules Before loading the bus, students should: Be on time at the designated school bus stop … help keep the bus on schedule. Stay off the road at all times while waiting for the bus. Wait until the bus comes to a complete stop before attempting to board. Be careful in approaching bus stops. Respect people and their property while waiting for and riding on the bus. Receive proper permission from a school official to be let off at places other than the regular bus stop. While on the bus, students should: Keep all parts of the body inside the bus. Not eat or drink on the bus. Not use any form of tobacco, alcohol, or drugs. Assist in keeping the bus safe and clean at all times. Remember that loud talking and laughing or unnecessary confusion distracts the driver‟s attention and may result in a serious accident. (The life you save may be your own!) Treat bus equipment as you would valuable furniture in your home. Damage to seats, etc. must be paid for by the offender. Never tamper with the bus or any of its equipment. Maintain possession of all books, lunches, or other articles brought on the bus. KEEP THE AISLES CLEAR. Help look after the safety and comfort of small children. Not throw objects in or out of the bus. Remain in their seats while the bus is in motion. Not be involved in horseplay or fighting on the bus. Be courteous to fellow students, the bus driver, driver‟s assistants, and other adults. Remain especially quiet when the bus approaches a railroad crossing stop. Remain in the bus during road emergencies. Exceptions will be made when it is hazardous to safety to do so. After leaving the bus, students should: Go at least ten (10) feet in front of the bus, stop, check traffic, wait for the bus driver‟s signal, then cross the road. Go home immediately while staying clear of traffic. Help look after the safety of small children. If you drop anything near the bus at the bus stop, DO NOT try to pick it up. Wait until the bus has left the bus stop and traffic is clear. While on Extra-curricular trips, students should: Obey all of the above rules. Riding a school bus is a privilege and failure to abide by the rules may result in the loss of your riding privilege 27 28 29 SUNDAY 28 21 14 7 8 1 KPS Professional Day KMS New Student Enroll 9- 29 22 15 STARS Start Date JH SB @ OKC Broncos HS SB vs Perkins JH SB Vs Chisholm JH SB vs Crescent 5-7 pm 30 23 HS SB @ OKC Broncos HS SB @ Okeene HS SB @ Cashion 16 MS Meet Your Teacher 5-7 Gilmour Meet your Teacher pm 9 24 17 31 FCCLA- Stand Silent 10:30 Fall Sports Pictures MS Fall Sport Pictures Teacher Work Day 3 10 JR Enrollment 1-3:00 Weatherford WEDNESDAY SR Enrollment 9-11:00 2 4 FRIDAY 5 HS SB vs Crescent HS SB @ Perry Tourn 25 18 HS SB vs Covington/Douglas Classes Begin at KPS 11 MS SB Practice 8-11:00 12 SATURDAY 13 6 19 26 JH SB Kingfisher Tourn HS SB @ Hall Of Fame HS SB @ Perry Tourn JH SB @ Tuttle Festival 20 27 JH SB Kingfisher Tourn HS SB @ Perry Tourn JH SB @ Tuttle Festival FB Pictures FFA Back To School Bash 6:00 HS SB @ Bethany Tourn HS SB @ Bethany Tourn Fresh Enrollment 1-3:00 11:00 New Student Enroll 9- Soph Enrollment 9-11:00 HS SB Scrimmage vs Guthrie THURSDAY KINGFISHER PUBLIC SCHOOLS EXCELLENCE THROUGH EDUCATION HS SB Scrimmage @ TUESDAY Kfr County Teachers Mtg HSSB @ Watonga Teachers Proff Day MONDAY AUGUST 2011 30 FFA @ State Fair FFA @ State Fair SUNDAY 25 18 11 4 College Day 1-3:00 STUCO Win Win Week STUCO Win Win Week 26 JV FB @ Weatherford 27 FFA Colt Officer Training FFA @ State Fair JV FB @ Hennessey FFA @ State Fair HS SB vs Okarche HS SB @ Weatherford 20 HS SB vs OKC Broncos JV FB vs Chandler 19 6 13 HS SB @ Fairview HS SB @ Hennessey JH SB vs OKC Broncos 12 5 TUESDAY JH SB @ Pioneer JH SB @ Chisholm Labor Day No School MONDAY SEPTEMBER 2011 14 7 28 21 FCCLA Dist Meeting 22 FFA @ State Fair HS SB Regional Tourn FFA @ State Fair HS FB @ Newcastle HS SB Dist. Tourn FFA @ Tulsa State Fair 30 23 10 Yr Class Reunion/APB Lobby FFA @ Tulsa State Fair FB Home Coming 9 2 16 7-8-9 FB @ Perkins-Tryon HS FB vs John Marshall 29 7-8-9 FB @ Hennessey HS SB Dist. Tourn FB Dinner in Cafeteria STUCO Win Win Week FFA @ State Fair STUCO Win Win Week FFA @ State Fair End Band Magazine Sales HS SB Regional Tourn FFA @ State Fair STUCO Win Win Week Kfr Spirit Academy @ FB 7-8-9 FB vs Chandler HS FB vs Hennessey Begin Band Magazine 7-8-9 FB vs Tuttle HS FB @ Chandler HS FB @ Watonga Student Body Picture Day 15 8 1 FRIDAY HS SB 2 Chisholm JH SB @ Crescent 7-8-9- FB vs Piedmont HS SB vs Weatherford Piedmont THURSDAY MS Student Body Fall Pictures HS SB @ Waukomis WEDNESDAY 3 10 24 HS Sch/Debate Demo Day MS/HS Cross Country Meet FFA @ State Fair HS SB Dist. Tourn FFA @ State Fair 17 OK Speech/Debate Coach Conf Academic Coaches Fall Conf SATURDAY KINGFISHER PUBLIC SCHOOLS A dream today reality tomorrow 31 30 31 24 23 Dist Quiz Bowl 3 10 JV FB vs Perkins-Tryon 9/JV FB vs Bethany 17 9 2 MONDAY 16 FFA @ Tulsa State Fair FFA @ Tulsa State Fair SUNDAY OCTOBER 2011 18 11 4 5 19 End of First Nine Weeks PSAT Test for Juniors 2:00 MS Nine Week Test 12 FFA @ Tulsa State Fair WEDNESDAY 6 Fall Break 21 TSA McTeacher Night Regional One Act Play MS Nine Week Test Fall Break Jr Class FB Dinner Cafeteria One Act Play Tech Rehearsal 20 7 14 HS SB State Tourn FFA @ Tulsa State Fair FRIDAY 7-8-9 FB vs Weatherford HS FB vs Bethany 13 HS SB State Tourn FFA @ Tulsa State Fair THURSDAY 8 1 22 15 HS SB State Tourn FFA @ Tulsa State Fair HS SB Regional Tourn FFA @ Tulsa State Fair SATURDAY P/T Conf 3:30-6:30 PM 25 P/T Conf 3:30-6:30 PM State One Act Play One Act Play Rehearsal HS FB @ Centennial FFA Quiz Bowl/Open Cerm 26 27 No School 28 29 HS FB @ Bridge Creek National FFA Convention National FFA Convention National FFA Convention National FFA Convention National FFA Convention ASVAB Test For Jrs. 8:15 7-8 FB @ Bethany TUESDAY KINGFISHER PUBLIC SCHOOLS A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE 32 6 7 8 1 HS BKB VS Chisholm KSA Cheer at BKB Game 9th BKB @ Bethany 29 22 15 MS BKB @ Watonga 28 NW Dist AFR Speech Contest 21 20 MS BKB @ Hennessey FFA State Quiz and Open Cerm STUCO State Convention 14 27 FFA Dist. Sporting Clay TUESDAY 9th & MS BKB @ Chisholm 9th & MS BKB vs Tuttle MONDAY 13 STUCO State Convention SUNDAY NOVEMBER 2011 9 2 Group Picture Day THURSDAY MS WR Pictures 30 Thanksgiving Break 23 16 3 24 17 10 Thanksgiving Break MS BKB vs Piedmont 9th BKB @ Enid 9th BKB @ Okarche FFA State Sporting Clay MS BKB @ Fairview WEDNESDAY 18 11 4 5 Regional Quiz Bowl Comp WR JH Open 19 12 STUCO State Convention SATURDAY Thanksgiving Break 25 26 Speech/Debate @ Marlow WR Pee Wee Tourn. Speech/Debate @ Marlow Speech/Debate @ MS Picture Retakes and Groups HS FB vs Heritage Hall FRIDAY KINGFISHER PUBLIC SCHOOLS A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE 33 FFA @ MFE/ALD SUNDAY 25 18 11 4 Christmas Break Christmas Break 9th BKB @ Hennessey MS 8th Kfr. BKB Tourn MONDAY DECEMBER 2011 26 19 12 5 Christmas Break Christmas Break HS BKB @ Weatherford TUESDAY 27 20 13 6 Christmas Break Christmas Break HS and MS Nine Week 28 21 14 7 29 22 16 Christmas Break Christmas Break 30 23 17 10 3 31 HS BKB @ Chesapeake Tourn WR Kfr HS Tourn 24 HS BKB @ OKC Fair Grounds FFA @ MFE/ALD WR HS Perry Tourn. MS 8th Kfr. BKB Tourn Latta Speech Contest State AFR Speech Contest WR Kfr JH Tourn HS BKB @ Perry SATURDAY MS and HS Semester Test VS Tuttle WR Kfr HS Tourn 9 2 HS BKB @ Chesapeake Tourn HS BKB @ Chesapeake Tourn Christmas Break Christmas Break HS and MS Nine Week MS BKB @ Piedmont 15 WR HS Perry Tourn. WR JH HS vs Guthrie 9th BKB vs Chisholm Latta Speech Contest HS BKB vs Hennessey 8 1 FRIDAY MS 8th Kfr. BKB Tourn THURSDAY KINGFISHER PUBLIC SCHOOLS WEDNESDAY A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE 34 SUNDAY 29 22 15 8 1 16 9 2 17 HS BKB vs Perkins-Tryon 10 WR HS Quad @ Kingfisher 31 9th BKB vs Piedmont HS BKB vs Weatherford 24 HS BKB @ Fairview 30 23 MS BKB @ Bethany 9th BKB vs Okarche 9th BKB vs Enid 7th BKB @ Chisholm Tourn 3 Begin 2nd Semester Classes TUESDAY Teachers Professional Day WR HS Dist Quad @ Kfr WR JH Quad @ Geary 9th BKB @ Hennessey Tourn MS BKB vs Chisholm 9th BKB vs Hennessey Teacher Professional Day MONDAY JANUARY 2012 18 11 4 MS BKB Tourn @ Tuttle WR HSJH @ Clinton 19 9th BKB @ Hennessey Tourn 12 20 21 WR HSJH Conf. Tourn @ Kfr Area Quiz Bowl Comp. 7 14 9th BKB @ Hennessey Tourn WR HS Cushing Tourn MS BKB Tourn @ Tuttle in Chisholm HS BKB @ Wheat Cap Tourn SATURDAY WR HS @ Clinton Tourn NWOSU Speech Tourn WR HS @ Clinton Tourn NWOSU Speech Tourn WR HS/JH @ Woodward 28 Seminole Speech Tourn. HS BKB @ Riverside 27 WR JH @ Chickasha Tourn. WR JH @ Hinton Tourn 9th BKB vs Jones 26 Seminole Speech Tourn. WR JH @ Hinton Tourn 7th BKB @ Chisholm Tourn WR JH @ Chickasha Tourn. 7th BKB @ Chisholm Tourn NWD FFA Livestock Judging MS BKB vs Hennessey 25 6 13 WR HSJH Conf. Tourn @ Kfr WR HSJH vs Weatherford, DC WR HS Cushing Tourn in Chisholm HS BKB @ Wheat Cap Tourn FRIDAY MS BKB Tourn @ Tuttle 5 in Chisholm HS BKB @ Wheat Cap Tourn THURSDAY HS BKB Buckle of NOC FFA Interscholastic the Wheat Belt Tourn in WEDNESDAY KINGFISHER PUBLIC SCHOOLS A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE 35 12 5 26 National FFA Week KFR County Livestock Show 19 FFA State Officer Nominations SUNDAY 6 20 13 27 National FFA Week KFR County Livestock Show No School- Snow Day WR HS/JH @ Watonga 9th BKB @ Piedmont MS BKB vs Watonga MONDAY FEBRUARY 2012 NWD Livestock Show 7 21 14 28 National FFA Week HGS BKB vs Bethany HS BKB @ Watonga TUESDAY NWD Livestock Show 8 1 22 15 29 National FFA Week WEDNESDAY 9 23 16 National FFA Week HS BKB Regional Tourn 9th BKB vs Bethany MS BKB vs Fairview KFR Speech Tourn KFR Speech Tourn National FFA Week WR HS State Tourn WR HS State Tourn National FFA Week HS BKB Regional Tourn HS BKB Regional Tourn WR HS Regional Tourn WR HS Regional Tourn 25 KFR County Livestock Show HS BKB Dist Tourn 24 HS BKB Dist Tourn No School -Snow Day 18 WR HS @Dual State SWOSU Speech Tourn. FFA State Officer Nominations WR HS @Dual State 11 4 HS BKB vs Riverside 17 10 State Quiz Bowl Comp. Prague Speech Tourn. SATURDAY WR HS/JH @ Perry 3 Prague Speech Tourn. FRIDAY WR JH All State 2 9th BKB @ Jones THURSDAY KINGFISHER PUBLIC SCHOOLS A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE 36 Okla. Youth Expo Okla. Youth Expo NWD Livestock Show SUNDAY 25 18 11 4 Spring Break Okla. Youth Expo Okla. Youth Expo NWD Livestock Show MONDAY MARCH 2012 26 19 12 5 27 20 13 6 7 Spring Break Okla. Youth Expo 28 21 14 Spring Break Okla. Youth Expo P/T Conf 3:30-6:30 PM HS and MS Nine Week Test 29 22 15 8 NWD Livestock Show NFL Dist West NWD Livestock Show NFL Dist West KFR HS Track Meet 31 24 17 10 3 Reg Spch and Debate @ Alva Okla. Youth Expo Okla. Youth Expo HS BKB State Tourn NWD Livestock Show NFL Dist West HS BKB Area Tourn Reg Spch and Debate @ Alva 30 23 16 9 2 SATURDAY NWOSU Interscholastic Spring Break No School Okla. Youth Expo Okla. Youth Expo End of Third Nine Weeks HS BKB State Tourn HS and MS Nine Week Test MS Spring Sport Pictures HS BKB Area Tourn 1 FRIDAY HS BKB Area Tourn THURSDAY Spring Sport Pictures HS Spring Sport Pictures HS BKB State Tourn WEDNESDAY KFR FFA Speech Contest FFA State Star Selection NWOSU Interscholastic Spring Break Okla. Youth Expo P/T Conf 3:30-6:30 PM TUESDAY KINGFISHER PUBLIC SCHOOLS A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE 37 SUNDAY 23 30 22 29 9 2 16 KFR JH Track Meet MONDAY 15 8 1 APRIL 2012 18 EOI Eng 3 MC P.M. 25 EOI Eng 2 Writing A.M. EOI Eng 2 MC P.M. 4 11 FFA PI Speech Contest WEDNESDAY EOI Eng 3 Writhing A.M. 24 17 10 3 NW Dist FFA Speech Contest TUESDAY 5 Good Friday-Snow day FRIDAY A.M. Geometry P. M. EOI Algebra 1 EOI US History P. M. 27 A.M. FFA State Interscholastic 26 EOI Algebra 2 20 State Speech/Debate @ OU 13 6 A. M. EOI Biology 1 19 State Speech/Debate @ OU 12 FCCLA State Convention NEO Interscholastic Conners Interscholastic THURSDAY 7 14 FFA State Interscholastic 28 21 State Speech/Debate @ OU SATURDAY KINGFISHER PUBLIC SCHOOLS A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE 38 SUNDAY 27 20 13 6 MONDAY Memorial Day 7 21 14 28 Teacher Professional Day Sr. Class Night 7 pm MAY 2012 MS Nine Week Test 8 1 29 22 15 Okla. State FFA Conven- TUESDAY 2 THURSDAY MS Nine Week Test HS Nine Week Test 30 23 16 9 FFA Banquet 31 24 MS 8th Grade Promotion HS Nine Week Test 18 11 4 25 HS and MS Semester Test MS Awards Ceremony 1:00 HS Graduation 7 PM 17 No School- Snow Day FRIDAY 8th Grade Social 10 3 Graduation Practice 1:15 pm Okla. State FFA Conven- STARS Final Session WEDNESDAY SATURDAY KINGFISHER PUBLIC SCHOOLS A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE 26 19 12 5 39 SUNDAY 18 25 17 24 4 11 MONDAY 10 3 JUNE 2012 TUESDAY 26 19 12 5 WEDNESDAY 27 20 13 6 THURSDAY 28 21 14 7 FRIDAY 29 22 15 8 1 SATURDAY KINGFISHER PUBLIC SCHOOLS A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE 30 23 16 9 2 40 SUNDAY 16 23 30 22 29 9 8 15 2 MONDAY 1 JULY 2012 TUESDAY 31 24 17 10 3 WEDNESDAY 25 18 11 4 THURSDAY 26 19 12 5 FRIDAY 27 20 13 6 SATURDAY KINGFISHER PUBLIC SCHOOLS A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE 28 21 14 7 41 Kingfisher Schools Contact Information 2011-2012 Jason Sternburger Superintendent Board of Education Building 602 West Chisholm Dr. Kingfisher, OK 73750 405-375-4194 Keith Campbell Middle School Principal Kingfisher Middle School 1500 south 13th Kingfisher, OK 73750 405-375-6607 Jim Hines Third and Fourth Grade Principal Gilmour Elementary School 1400 South Oak Kingfisher, OK 73750 405-375-4080 Sammy Jackson Principal Kingfisher High School 1500 S. 13th Kingfisher, OK 73750 405-375-4191 Stuart Purintun Dean of Students Kingfisher High School 1500 S. 13th Kingfisher, OK 73750 405-375-4191 Terry Payne Gilmour Elementary Principal 1400 South Oak Kingfisher, Ok 73750 405-375-4080 Kingfisher Schools Organization 602 West Chisholm Dr. Paid ECRWSS Kingfisher, OK. 73750 Non-Profit US Postage Permit #158 Kingfisher, OK 42