A huge shout-out to Sgt. Nathan Treadway and the Oklahoma Army National Guard for starting our professional development days off right! We appreciate the coffee and donuts and, most of all, your commitment to our country. Thank you to all our service members! #OklahomaArmyNationalGuard #ThankYouForYourService #ProfessionalDevelopment
Get ready, Dragons—school starts tomorrow! We've missed you and can't wait to see you all.
A quick heads-up: Phones, tablets, smartwatches & glasses, and wireless headphones & earbuds are strictly banned (STATE LAW). Please remember to leave these devices at home or be prepared to store them out of sight at ALL times!
Thank you to our parents and guardians for your support. We take our responsibility to educate your students and keep them safe very seriously, and we're looking forward to a great year ahead!
Check out the graphic below for some key reminders.
A quick heads-up: Phones, tablets, smartwatches & glasses, and wireless headphones & earbuds are strictly banned (STATE LAW). Please remember to leave these devices at home or be prepared to store them out of sight at ALL times!
Thank you to our parents and guardians for your support. We take our responsibility to educate your students and keep them safe very seriously, and we're looking forward to a great year ahead!
Check out the graphic below for some key reminders.
As we get ready for the new school year, we wanted to talk more about the new state law banning cell phones in schools. While we know this is a big change, we're focusing on the incredible benefits this will bring to our students.
This isn't just about following a new rule; it's about giving our kids the best possible learning environment. We’ve seen from other states that banning phones in schools leads to higher test scores, improved mental health, less bullying, and more in-person social interaction among students. We can ALL support this!
By supporting this policy at home, you're helping us create a distraction-free space where your children can thrive academically and personally. Together, we can make this a fantastic year for our students!
This isn't just about following a new rule; it's about giving our kids the best possible learning environment. We’ve seen from other states that banning phones in schools leads to higher test scores, improved mental health, less bullying, and more in-person social interaction among students. We can ALL support this!
By supporting this policy at home, you're helping us create a distraction-free space where your children can thrive academically and personally. Together, we can make this a fantastic year for our students!
Hey Purcell businesses! 👋
We're looking for local businesses and organizations to host a Purcell High School intern! This is a great chance to help a student explore a career path and learn valuable workplace skills. 💼
Interested in supporting our future workforce? 🚀 Email Amber Findley at findleya@purcellps.org to learn more!
We're looking for local businesses and organizations to host a Purcell High School intern! This is a great chance to help a student explore a career path and learn valuable workplace skills. 💼
Interested in supporting our future workforce? 🚀 Email Amber Findley at findleya@purcellps.org to learn more!
🥎🎉 Our Lady Dragons Softball team host their season opener tomorrow, August 11th, as they host Lindsay at the PHS Softball Field! The game starts at 5:00 PM.
Come on out and cheer them on as they start our fall sports seasons! See you there! 🤍 #PurcellDragons #LadyDragons #Softball #OpeningDay
Come on out and cheer them on as they start our fall sports seasons! See you there! 🤍 #PurcellDragons #LadyDragons #Softball #OpeningDay
ATTENTION TO PHS STUDENTS & PARENTS: CHANGES TO ACT EXAM!
We'd like to provide an important update regarding changes to the ACT exam in effect for upcoming September national test date on September 6. THESE ARE SIGNIFICANT CHANGES TO THE EXAM. Please note the late registration deadline for this testing date is August 19th
Changes to the ACT Exam:
Starting with the September 2025 exam, the ACT will be shorter, and the science section will be optional . The main composite score will now be based only on the English, Math, and Reading sections.
I've copied the 25-26 national testing dates below. Please note all PHS juniors will take the exam in the spring of 2026 as part of our state college and career readiness assessments.
We'd like to provide an important update regarding changes to the ACT exam in effect for upcoming September national test date on September 6. THESE ARE SIGNIFICANT CHANGES TO THE EXAM. Please note the late registration deadline for this testing date is August 19th
Changes to the ACT Exam:
Starting with the September 2025 exam, the ACT will be shorter, and the science section will be optional . The main composite score will now be based only on the English, Math, and Reading sections.
I've copied the 25-26 national testing dates below. Please note all PHS juniors will take the exam in the spring of 2026 as part of our state college and career readiness assessments.
Summer is winding down, but the school has been a busy place the past week with many prepping for the start! ☀️ Our Purcell Dragons students are enjoying their last few days of summer break before the new school year begins.
We can't wait to see everyone this Thursday, August 14th for the first day of school! 🐉
A quick but important reminder:
📱 Cell phones are strictly prohibited in ALL parts of the school from 8:10 AM until 3:15 PM, per Senate Bill 139. It's the Law!
🚫 Phones cannot be seen or heard during this time. THIS INCLUDES HALLWAYS DURING PASSING PERIOD, LIBRARY, COMMONS, AND GYM.
✅ Students ARE allowed to use their phones during lunch from 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM.
Students are allowed to use their phone for documented medical purposes and emergencies (ex. weather or medical situation)
🎒 You can bring your phone to school, but it must be silenced and stored in a backpack, pocket, or locker during the school day. 1st offense is 1 DAY OF ISS and loss of semester test exemptions.
See you Thursday, Dragons! Go Dragons! 🤍
We can't wait to see everyone this Thursday, August 14th for the first day of school! 🐉
A quick but important reminder:
📱 Cell phones are strictly prohibited in ALL parts of the school from 8:10 AM until 3:15 PM, per Senate Bill 139. It's the Law!
🚫 Phones cannot be seen or heard during this time. THIS INCLUDES HALLWAYS DURING PASSING PERIOD, LIBRARY, COMMONS, AND GYM.
✅ Students ARE allowed to use their phones during lunch from 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM.
Students are allowed to use their phone for documented medical purposes and emergencies (ex. weather or medical situation)
🎒 You can bring your phone to school, but it must be silenced and stored in a backpack, pocket, or locker during the school day. 1st offense is 1 DAY OF ISS and loss of semester test exemptions.
See you Thursday, Dragons! Go Dragons! 🤍
It's almost football season, Dragons! 🏈 Come out and support our PHS Football team at the annual RED/WHITE scrimmage next week! All proceeds go directly to our football players, coaches, managers, and the Mama Dragons. It's a great way to see the team in action and get ready for the upcoming season. See you there! 📣 #PurcellDragons #PHSFootball #RedWhiteScrimmage #GoDragons
Get ready to cheer on our Purcell Dragons Cross Country teams! 👟 The Fall 2025 season is about to begin, and we are so excited to see our talented runners in action.
They kick off their season Saturday, August 23rd, at the Bridge Creek Meet! Come on out and show your support! 👏
A big thanks to our coaches for their hard work:
Head Coach: Ray Samford
Assistant Coach: Josh Beal
Junior High Coach: Kenzie Cunnius
Let's go, Dragons! 🤍 #PurcellDragons #CrossCountry #PHS #GoDragons #Running
They kick off their season Saturday, August 23rd, at the Bridge Creek Meet! Come on out and show your support! 👏
A big thanks to our coaches for their hard work:
Head Coach: Ray Samford
Assistant Coach: Josh Beal
Junior High Coach: Kenzie Cunnius
Let's go, Dragons! 🤍 #PurcellDragons #CrossCountry #PHS #GoDragons #Running
A huge shoutout to our After Prom Junior parents for their incredible work on the parking spot fundraiser! 🎉🎨 With over 70 spots sold this year, our parking lot has never looked more colorful and creative. A special thank you to Brooke Clay and all the parents who worked tirelessly this summer, including volunteering at high school enrollment. Your hard work is not only appreciated but also helps raise money for a fantastic cause! 👏 #PurcellDragons #PHS #AfterProm #Fundraiser #ParentPartnership
Get ready Dragons, because the school year is kicking off with a bang next week! 🎉 This first week is packed with action, so let's get ready to cheer! 📣
Our Lady Dragons Softball team opens their season Monday night at home against Lindsay! 🥎 Come out and support them all week long as they have a packed schedule!
And mark your calendars for Saturday, August 16th! The annual Dragon Football RED/WHITE scrimmage is happening that night at Conger Field. Get a sneak peek of the team before the season officially starts! 🏈
And don't forget—the first day of school is this Thursday, August 14th! See you there!
Go Dragons! 💚🤍🐉 #PurcellDragons #PHS #GoDragons #FirstWeek #Softball #Football
Our Lady Dragons Softball team opens their season Monday night at home against Lindsay! 🥎 Come out and support them all week long as they have a packed schedule!
And mark your calendars for Saturday, August 16th! The annual Dragon Football RED/WHITE scrimmage is happening that night at Conger Field. Get a sneak peek of the team before the season officially starts! 🏈
And don't forget—the first day of school is this Thursday, August 14th! See you there!
Go Dragons! 💚🤍🐉 #PurcellDragons #PHS #GoDragons #FirstWeek #Softball #Football
Calendar Alert for Show Choir Parents: Parent Meeting at PHS Choir Room on Monday, August 18th @ 8:00 PM.
Congratulations to our Purcell Dragons FFA students who attended the Teen & Sr AFR Youth Summit Leadership Camp last week! 🐉 We are especially proud to announce that Kaden Pliler was selected to serve on the AFR Youth Council for the 2025-2026 year! 🎉 Great job, Kaden, and all our amazing student leaders! 👏 #PurcellDragons #FFA #AFRYouthSummit #Leadership
Get ready, Phs Dragons! 🐉📚 School is just one week away! We are so excited to welcome back all of our students.
An important parent newsletter will be sent out early next week with everything parents need to know for the start of the year, including important safety drills, upcoming MAP assessments, new staff intros, and much more! 🗞️
A few key reminders:
⏰ First hour begins at 8:10 AM.
🏫 All students and visitors must enter and exit through the front doors.
🛑 Visitors, please check in at the front office.
📱 Cell phones must be silenced and out of sight from 8:10 AM - 3:15 PM in ALL parts of the school. (STATE LAW)
🚪 School doors open at 7:30 AM.
🗺️ Class schedules will be available in the commons on the first day.
Enjoy the last few days of summer! See you soon! 😎☀️ #PurcellDragons #BackToSchool #OneWeek
An important parent newsletter will be sent out early next week with everything parents need to know for the start of the year, including important safety drills, upcoming MAP assessments, new staff intros, and much more! 🗞️
A few key reminders:
⏰ First hour begins at 8:10 AM.
🏫 All students and visitors must enter and exit through the front doors.
🛑 Visitors, please check in at the front office.
📱 Cell phones must be silenced and out of sight from 8:10 AM - 3:15 PM in ALL parts of the school. (STATE LAW)
🚪 School doors open at 7:30 AM.
🗺️ Class schedules will be available in the commons on the first day.
Enjoy the last few days of summer! See you soon! 😎☀️ #PurcellDragons #BackToSchool #OneWeek
Please join us in giving a warm Purcell welcome to Officer Rodrigo Salgado, our new School Resource Officer! Officer Salgado has been a valued member of the Purcell Police Department for two years and is now ready to connect directly with our school community. He's looking forward to getting to know our students and staff, building strong relationships, and ensuring our schools remain safe and positive places for learning. We're so excited to have him as part of the team! #PurcellProud #SchoolResourceOfficer #StudentSuccess
Please join us in giving a warm Purcell welcome to Officer Rodrigo Salgado, our new School Resource Officer! Officer Salgado has been a valued member of the Purcell Police Department for two years and is now ready to connect directly with our school community. He's looking forward to getting to know our students and staff, building strong relationships, and ensuring our schools remain safe and positive places for learning. We're so excited to have him as part of the team! #PurcellProud #SchoolResourceOfficer #StudentSuccess
Updated time for Senior Class Photo tonight: 8:00 PM at the Football field.
It's time to get your parking permit for the new school year! You can purchase one for $10 in the main office. Please note: you must have a new permit to park on campus, as permits from the last school year are no longer valid.
Ready for takeoff, Dragons! 🚀 The Purcell High School Dragon Pride Marching Band is officially in full swing with their first day of full practices. Get ready to go to the moon and back with them this season as they embark on their big adventure!
#forallmankind #marchingband #dragonpride
#forallmankind #marchingband #dragonpride
It's time to celebrate our amazing Senior PHS Cheerleaders! 🎉📣 We are so proud of our 2025-2026 Purcell Dragons High School Cheerleaders:
✨ Ellie Reed
✨ Aubrey Elmore
✨ Isabella Walker
✨ McKenna Martin
These talented cheerleaders are also incredible student leaders who show hard work and dedication in leading our school spirit all year long. We are so thankful for them! 🤍🐉 #PurcellDragons #SeniorCheerleaders #ClassOf2026#StudentLeaders #SchoolSpirit
✨ Ellie Reed
✨ Aubrey Elmore
✨ Isabella Walker
✨ McKenna Martin
These talented cheerleaders are also incredible student leaders who show hard work and dedication in leading our school spirit all year long. We are so thankful for them! 🤍🐉 #PurcellDragons #SeniorCheerleaders #ClassOf2026#StudentLeaders #SchoolSpirit
