It’s a massive week for the Dragons! 🐲🔴⚪️ Pack your schedule and show that school spirit as we head into a busy week of meetings, games, and Homecoming!
Monday, Jan 12
🤝 Youth Coalition Meeting
🏫 School Board Meeting | 6 PM @ Admin Building
🏀 9th Basketball vs. Bridge Creek (boys home)
Tuesday, Jan 13
🗳️ STUCO Meeting
🏀 JV & Varsity Basketball @ Pauls Valley
Wednesday, Jan 14
🗞️ PHS Transitions @ Community Experience (with Purcell Register)
Thursday, Jan 15
🎓 Seniors: Kirk Rushing visit
💃 Meetings: Prom Committee & Spanish Club Officers
🏀 9th Basketball vs. Lindsay (girls home)
Friday, Jan 16
🏀 JV & Varsity Basketball @ Chickasha
Saturday, Jan 17 — BIG DAY!
🧠 Academic Team @ Area Tournament (Plainview)
🏀 JV & Varsity Basketball vs. Heritage Hall | 3 PM @ Reimer Center
👑 Homecoming Coronation | 5 PM @ Reimer Center
Monday, Jan 12
🤝 Youth Coalition Meeting
🏫 School Board Meeting | 6 PM @ Admin Building
🏀 9th Basketball vs. Bridge Creek (boys home)
Tuesday, Jan 13
🗳️ STUCO Meeting
🏀 JV & Varsity Basketball @ Pauls Valley
Wednesday, Jan 14
🗞️ PHS Transitions @ Community Experience (with Purcell Register)
Thursday, Jan 15
🎓 Seniors: Kirk Rushing visit
💃 Meetings: Prom Committee & Spanish Club Officers
🏀 9th Basketball vs. Lindsay (girls home)
Friday, Jan 16
🏀 JV & Varsity Basketball @ Chickasha
Saturday, Jan 17 — BIG DAY!
🧠 Academic Team @ Area Tournament (Plainview)
🏀 JV & Varsity Basketball vs. Heritage Hall | 3 PM @ Reimer Center
👑 Homecoming Coronation | 5 PM @ Reimer Center
🏆 ECOC TOURNAMENT UPDATE: DAY 2 🐉🏀
It was another day of hard-fought basketball at Ada High School for the East Central Oklahoma Classic! Here are today’s results and the schedule for the final day of the tournament:
Lady Dragons Victory! 🏀
The Lady Dragons bounced back today, defeating Mustang JV 44-32! With that win, they have earned a spot in the trophy round.
🏆 Consolation Championship: Tomorrow @ 1:00 PM
Dragons Update 🔥
The Dragons left it all on the court this evening in a defensive battle against North Rock Creek. Despite a very tough-fought game, they fell short with a final score of 46-38.
🥉 Third Place Game: Tomorrow @ 5:30 PM
Let's head back to Ada tomorrow and help both teams bring home some hardware! Finish strong, Dragons! 🐲💪
It was another day of hard-fought basketball at Ada High School for the East Central Oklahoma Classic! Here are today’s results and the schedule for the final day of the tournament:
Lady Dragons Victory! 🏀
The Lady Dragons bounced back today, defeating Mustang JV 44-32! With that win, they have earned a spot in the trophy round.
🏆 Consolation Championship: Tomorrow @ 1:00 PM
Dragons Update 🔥
The Dragons left it all on the court this evening in a defensive battle against North Rock Creek. Despite a very tough-fought game, they fell short with a final score of 46-38.
🥉 Third Place Game: Tomorrow @ 5:30 PM
Let's head back to Ada tomorrow and help both teams bring home some hardware! Finish strong, Dragons! 🐲💪
Headline: 🌟 PHS STUDENT OF THE MONTH: GAVIN WOODS 🌟
Join us in celebrating our January Student of the Month, Gavin Woods! 🐉✨
Each month, the PHS staff selects two students who go above and beyond to embody our school’s mission and vision. Gavin’s positive influence on our school culture make him a standout choice for this honor!
A few highlights about Gavin:
🎮 Esports Star: Gavin is a key member of the Dragon Esports Team, dominating on the Dragon Smash Bros White Team!
📚 Academic Achievement: He is a member of the Principal’s Honor Roll.
🧪 Favorite Classes: He enjoys Chemistry with teacher Jack McNeely and hitting the lab in Esports with Coach Kyle Perry.
Gavin is the son of Jennifer Wiley and Johnathan Wiley Sr. As he prepares to graduate this spring, he has his sights set on a creative future—he plans to study to become an animator! 🎨
We are so proud of you, Gavin! Thank you for the positive energy you bring to our halls every single day. Way to go! 🐉🔥
#PurcellHighSchool #DragonPride #StudentOfTheMonth #Esports #ClassOf2026
Join us in celebrating our January Student of the Month, Gavin Woods! 🐉✨
Each month, the PHS staff selects two students who go above and beyond to embody our school’s mission and vision. Gavin’s positive influence on our school culture make him a standout choice for this honor!
A few highlights about Gavin:
🎮 Esports Star: Gavin is a key member of the Dragon Esports Team, dominating on the Dragon Smash Bros White Team!
📚 Academic Achievement: He is a member of the Principal’s Honor Roll.
🧪 Favorite Classes: He enjoys Chemistry with teacher Jack McNeely and hitting the lab in Esports with Coach Kyle Perry.
Gavin is the son of Jennifer Wiley and Johnathan Wiley Sr. As he prepares to graduate this spring, he has his sights set on a creative future—he plans to study to become an animator! 🎨
We are so proud of you, Gavin! Thank you for the positive energy you bring to our halls every single day. Way to go! 🐉🔥
#PurcellHighSchool #DragonPride #StudentOfTheMonth #Esports #ClassOf2026
🌟 Staff Spotlight: Candy Clark 🌟
Today we’re celebrating Sophomore English teacher Candy Clark! Nominated by her students for the positive impact she has on their lives, Candy is a perfect example of why teacher-student relationships are the foundation of excellence at PHS. 🐉
Beyond the classroom, Candy is a phenomenal leader, mentor, and a true pillar of our school community. We are so lucky to have her heart and her leadership at Purcell High School! ❤️📚
Help us celebrate Mrs. Clark in the comments below! ⬇️
#PurcellPride #StaffSpotlight #BuildingRelationships #DragonFamily
Today we’re celebrating Sophomore English teacher Candy Clark! Nominated by her students for the positive impact she has on their lives, Candy is a perfect example of why teacher-student relationships are the foundation of excellence at PHS. 🐉
Beyond the classroom, Candy is a phenomenal leader, mentor, and a true pillar of our school community. We are so lucky to have her heart and her leadership at Purcell High School! ❤️📚
Help us celebrate Mrs. Clark in the comments below! ⬇️
#PurcellPride #StaffSpotlight #BuildingRelationships #DragonFamily
Today is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, and we want to say a huge thank you to all officers for their dedication and service. 👮♂️💙
We are especially grateful for our strong partnership with the Purcell Police Department. This collaboration is vital to keeping our schools safe and our community connected. 🤝
We feel incredibly fortunate to have Officer Rodrigo Salgado as our School Resource Officer. He is an outstanding professional and a positive role model for our students every single day.
Please join us in celebrating Officer Salgado for being named the 2025 Purcell Police Officer of the Year! 🏆⭐
Thank you, Officer Salgado, and the entire Purcell PD, and all law enforcement officers for everything you do for our schools and community!
#LawEnforcementAppreciationDay #PurcellPD #SchoolSafety #OfficerOfTheYear
We are especially grateful for our strong partnership with the Purcell Police Department. This collaboration is vital to keeping our schools safe and our community connected. 🤝
We feel incredibly fortunate to have Officer Rodrigo Salgado as our School Resource Officer. He is an outstanding professional and a positive role model for our students every single day.
Please join us in celebrating Officer Salgado for being named the 2025 Purcell Police Officer of the Year! 🏆⭐
Thank you, Officer Salgado, and the entire Purcell PD, and all law enforcement officers for everything you do for our schools and community!
#LawEnforcementAppreciationDay #PurcellPD #SchoolSafety #OfficerOfTheYear
💖 Daddy–Daughter Dance 💖
Mark your calendars for a special night of memories, music, and fun!
🗓 January 31, 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
Get ready to dress up, dance, and celebrate this sweet tradition together. We can’t wait to see you there! ✨
Register at
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16C61k8XFUxhgqzSDMsW1xEAPCLbjxIovDqmeWcqg-P8/preview
You may pay for tickets on GoFan
https://gofan.co/event/5774328?schoolId=OK13156
Mark your calendars for a special night of memories, music, and fun!
🗓 January 31, 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
Get ready to dress up, dance, and celebrate this sweet tradition together. We can’t wait to see you there! ✨
Register at
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16C61k8XFUxhgqzSDMsW1xEAPCLbjxIovDqmeWcqg-P8/preview
You may pay for tickets on GoFan
https://gofan.co/event/5774328?schoolId=OK13156
🏀 EAST CENTRAL OKLAHOMA CLASSIC: DAY 1 RESULTS 🐉🏀
It was a battle in Ada today as both Purcell teams kicked off the tournament! Here is the breakdown from the opening round:
Lady Dragons
The Lady Dragons played a hard-fought, close game but ultimately fell to Durant with a final score of 41-35. They'll look to bounce back tomorrow morning!
Dragons (Boys)
In a high-intensity, physical matchup, the Dragons secured the win over Idabel, 43-40! With this victory, the boys move into the winners bracket.
🏆 TOMORROW'S SCHEDULE (Friday, 1/9)
Come out to Ada High School and support our teams as they continue tournament play:
🏀 Lady Dragons: 10:00 AM
🔥 Dragons (Boys): 5:30 PM
Great job today, Dragons! Let's keep that energy going tomorrow! 🐲💪
It was a battle in Ada today as both Purcell teams kicked off the tournament! Here is the breakdown from the opening round:
Lady Dragons
The Lady Dragons played a hard-fought, close game but ultimately fell to Durant with a final score of 41-35. They'll look to bounce back tomorrow morning!
Dragons (Boys)
In a high-intensity, physical matchup, the Dragons secured the win over Idabel, 43-40! With this victory, the boys move into the winners bracket.
🏆 TOMORROW'S SCHEDULE (Friday, 1/9)
Come out to Ada High School and support our teams as they continue tournament play:
🏀 Lady Dragons: 10:00 AM
🔥 Dragons (Boys): 5:30 PM
Great job today, Dragons! Let's keep that energy going tomorrow! 🐲💪
Throwback Thursday Spotlight ✨
(PHS Yearbook Staff is running a series of Throwback Thursday Yearbook spotlights to promote Yearbooks!) Yearbooks can be purchased at the following link: https://www.balfour.com/oklahoma/purcell/purcell-high-school
From a 1982 graduate of Purcell High School to a living legend in our halls, Mr. Kurt Gray is the definition of once a Dragon, always a Dragon. 🐉
Over the years, Mr. Gray has made an incredible impact on generations of students, athletes, and our entire community. Just a few of his many honors include:
🏆 PHS Teacher of the Year – 2024
🎉 Homecoming Grand Marshal
💪 National Championship Powerlifting Title Holder
His dedication, leadership, and passion continue to inspire all who are lucky enough to learn from him. Today, we throw it back to celebrate a man whose legacy is still being written every single day.
Thank you, Mr. Gray, for representing Purcell with excellence — then and now! ❤️🖤
#ThrowbackThursday #DragonPride #PHSLegacy #TeacherSpotlight
(PHS Yearbook Staff is running a series of Throwback Thursday Yearbook spotlights to promote Yearbooks!) Yearbooks can be purchased at the following link: https://www.balfour.com/oklahoma/purcell/purcell-high-school
From a 1982 graduate of Purcell High School to a living legend in our halls, Mr. Kurt Gray is the definition of once a Dragon, always a Dragon. 🐉
Over the years, Mr. Gray has made an incredible impact on generations of students, athletes, and our entire community. Just a few of his many honors include:
🏆 PHS Teacher of the Year – 2024
🎉 Homecoming Grand Marshal
💪 National Championship Powerlifting Title Holder
His dedication, leadership, and passion continue to inspire all who are lucky enough to learn from him. Today, we throw it back to celebrate a man whose legacy is still being written every single day.
Thank you, Mr. Gray, for representing Purcell with excellence — then and now! ❤️🖤
#ThrowbackThursday #DragonPride #PHSLegacy #TeacherSpotlight
Due to weather and unsafe conditions in certain areas of the city;
If students unable to make it to school, they are excused from classes today. Students that are at school may be picked up and checked out.
Purcell Schools
If students unable to make it to school, they are excused from classes today. Students that are at school may be picked up and checked out.
Purcell Schools
Urgent: Drop off is delayed at Purcell Schools by 30 mins. Students already in buildings are being sheltered using tornado precautions.
🏀 BACK IN ACTION! 🐉🏀
The Purcell Dragons are back from Winter Break and ready to hit the court! Both teams will be competing in the East Central Oklahoma Classic starting tomorrow, Thursday, January 8th.
All tournament games will be held at Ada High School. Come make the trip to Ada and cheer on our Dragons as they kick off the second half of the season!
🏆 TOURNAMENT OPENERS (THURSDAY, 1/8)
🏀 Lady Dragons vs. Durant – 10:00 AM
🔥 Dragons (Boys) vs. Idabel – 11:30 AM
Let's start 2026 off strong! Good luck to both teams! 🐲💪
The Purcell Dragons are back from Winter Break and ready to hit the court! Both teams will be competing in the East Central Oklahoma Classic starting tomorrow, Thursday, January 8th.
All tournament games will be held at Ada High School. Come make the trip to Ada and cheer on our Dragons as they kick off the second half of the season!
🏆 TOURNAMENT OPENERS (THURSDAY, 1/8)
🏀 Lady Dragons vs. Durant – 10:00 AM
🔥 Dragons (Boys) vs. Idabel – 11:30 AM
Let's start 2026 off strong! Good luck to both teams! 🐲💪
⚾️ Spring Semester is for Baseball!! 🗓️
We’re ready for the season (and hoping these warm days stay!). Check the schedule below—action starts Feb 19th! ☀️💪
We’re ready for the season (and hoping these warm days stay!). Check the schedule below—action starts Feb 19th! ☀️💪
CALENDAR ALERT! 🗓️
February is a huge month for our outstanding Purcell FFA program! These are two of my absolute favorite events of the year—come out and support these hardworking students! 💙💛
🐷 Purcell Local Show 🗓️ Sunday, Feb. 15 @ 2:00 PM 📍 McClain County Expo Center
🤝 Purcell Bonus Auction 🗓️ Thursday, Feb. 19 @ 6:00 PM 📍 Purcell Ag Building
See you there! 🤠✨
#PurcellFFA #SupportAg #FutureLeaders #CommunityStrong
February is a huge month for our outstanding Purcell FFA program! These are two of my absolute favorite events of the year—come out and support these hardworking students! 💙💛
🐷 Purcell Local Show 🗓️ Sunday, Feb. 15 @ 2:00 PM 📍 McClain County Expo Center
🤝 Purcell Bonus Auction 🗓️ Thursday, Feb. 19 @ 6:00 PM 📍 Purcell Ag Building
See you there! 🤠✨
#PurcellFFA #SupportAg #FutureLeaders #CommunityStrong
Mark your calendars!
The Daddy–Daughter Dance will be held on January 31, 2026 from 6-8 PM at the Purcell Public Schools Admin Building.
Join us for an evening of elegance, music, and unforgettable moments.
✨ More information to follow. ✨
The Daddy–Daughter Dance will be held on January 31, 2026 from 6-8 PM at the Purcell Public Schools Admin Building.
Join us for an evening of elegance, music, and unforgettable moments.
✨ More information to follow. ✨
🗓️ CALENDAR ALERT! ⚽️
Spring semester is officially here, which means Purcell Soccer is right around the corner! Check out the full schedule below—only a few short weeks until kickoff! 🐉
#PurcellSoccer #GoDragons #SpringSports #SoccerSeason #DragonPride
Spring semester is officially here, which means Purcell Soccer is right around the corner! Check out the full schedule below—only a few short weeks until kickoff! 🐉
#PurcellSoccer #GoDragons #SpringSports #SoccerSeason #DragonPride
Happy New Year, Dragons! 🎆✨
We wish all of our PHS families an amazing year ahead. We can't wait to see our students back on campus soon!
Important Return Dates:
Monday, Jan. 5: Certified staff return for Professional Development.
Tuesday, Jan. 6: Students and support staff return for the first day of the spring semester! 📚🐉
Enjoy the rest of your break and stay safe. See you on Tuesday! 🐉❤️
We wish all of our PHS families an amazing year ahead. We can't wait to see our students back on campus soon!
Important Return Dates:
Monday, Jan. 5: Certified staff return for Professional Development.
Tuesday, Jan. 6: Students and support staff return for the first day of the spring semester! 📚🐉
Enjoy the rest of your break and stay safe. See you on Tuesday! 🐉❤️
Happy New Year, Dragon Family! 🎆
PHS Parent Newsletter!
📅 Important Dates:
Monday, Jan 5: Professional Development Day (Certified Staff Only)
Tuesday, Jan 6: Students & Support Staff Return! Spring Semester begins.
📰 Inside the Newsletter:
Testing Updates: Spring MAP assessments (9th/10th) and College & Career Readiness/ACT info (11th).
Counseling Corner: spring academic and guidance info for each class.
Safety First: Details on upcoming security and fire drills.
Dragon Life: A busy spring activity/sports schedule + a recap of Semester 1 highlights from classrooms, clubs, and teams!
https://app.smore.com/n/0rpat
Go Dragons!🔥
PHS Parent Newsletter!
📅 Important Dates:
Monday, Jan 5: Professional Development Day (Certified Staff Only)
Tuesday, Jan 6: Students & Support Staff Return! Spring Semester begins.
📰 Inside the Newsletter:
Testing Updates: Spring MAP assessments (9th/10th) and College & Career Readiness/ACT info (11th).
Counseling Corner: spring academic and guidance info for each class.
Safety First: Details on upcoming security and fire drills.
Dragon Life: A busy spring activity/sports schedule + a recap of Semester 1 highlights from classrooms, clubs, and teams!
https://app.smore.com/n/0rpat
Go Dragons!🔥
🌟 PHS Show Choir Takes Branson! 🎤✨
Our talented Purcell High School Show Choir, under the direction of Cindy Donaldson, are performing this holiday week in Branson! They brought their A-game to the big stages and represented our community with pride.
Trip Highlights:
Day 1: A whirlwind of travel, a professional voice clinic, and a fantastic first performance. 🎶
Day 2: A scenic boat trip around Table Rock Lake followed by a great performance at The Haygoods in front of a crowd of 1,200 people! 🚢🙌
From the clinics to the bright lights, our students are making incredible memories and showed Branson what Dragon pride is all about. ❤️
Way to go, PHS Show Choir! 🏆🎼
🏀 GET YOUR PHS BASKETBALL HOMECOMING GEAR! 🏀
Show your support for the teams with our official "Winter Wonderland" PHS Basketball Homecoming T-shirts! 👕
⏳ Deadline to Order: January 7th
🔗 Order Here: https://gofan.co/event/5698230
or scan the QR code below!
🗓️ Important Upcoming BBALL Dates:
Jan 8–10: East Central Classic (@ Ada)
Jan 17: PHS Homecoming
Jan 21: Basketball Pep Rally
Jan 22–24: Heart of Oklahoma Tournament
Grab your shirt today and get ready for a huge spring semester on the court! 🔥
#PHSBasketball #GoPHS #BasketballSeason #PHSPride
Show your support for the teams with our official "Winter Wonderland" PHS Basketball Homecoming T-shirts! 👕
⏳ Deadline to Order: January 7th
🔗 Order Here: https://gofan.co/event/5698230
or scan the QR code below!
🗓️ Important Upcoming BBALL Dates:
Jan 8–10: East Central Classic (@ Ada)
Jan 17: PHS Homecoming
Jan 21: Basketball Pep Rally
Jan 22–24: Heart of Oklahoma Tournament
Grab your shirt today and get ready for a huge spring semester on the court! 🔥
#PHSBasketball #GoPHS #BasketballSeason #PHSPride
🗓️ CALENDAR ALERT: Back-to-School Community Event! 🎒
Purcell High School families, don't miss this community event at Trinity UMC! Get ready for the spring semester with some amazing free support:
When: Friday, January 2nd, 10:00AM - 4:00PM
💇♂️ Free Basic Haircuts 🧼 Free Toiletries 🤝 Resource Fair 🌭 FREE Hot Dogs!
We are so grateful for our community’s support in helping our Dragons start the year strong!
📍 Location: Trinity UMC, Purcell
Purcell High School families, don't miss this community event at Trinity UMC! Get ready for the spring semester with some amazing free support:
When: Friday, January 2nd, 10:00AM - 4:00PM
💇♂️ Free Basic Haircuts 🧼 Free Toiletries 🤝 Resource Fair 🌭 FREE Hot Dogs!
We are so grateful for our community’s support in helping our Dragons start the year strong!
📍 Location: Trinity UMC, Purcell
