Purcell Intermediate School

Today during rotation time, our students participated in a fun and flavorful fruit and vegetable tasting! They sampled 10 different fruits and veggies and made observations about each one. We talked about the goal of eating 5 fruits and vegetables a day and how a colorful plate means more nutrients for our bodies. Students learned about the many benefits of fruits and veggies—like how fiber helps with digestion, carrots support vision, and antioxidants in fruits boost the immune system and promote healthy skin. It was great to see their excitement as they tried new foods and had conversations about making healthier choices. Next time they’re reaching for a snack, I hope they remember today and go for the fruits and veggies instead of chips or cookies! Thank you to Healthy Schools Oklahoma and TSET for purchasing all the fruit and veggies for us!!!

We were so excited to host a visit and tour for our second graders this week! They had the chance to explore where their 3rd-grade classrooms will be, learn a bit about their daily schedule, and hear all about the exciting activities they’ll get to enjoy in rotations. It was a wonderful opportunity to meet our future students and help make their transition to third grade feel a little smoother. A special thank-you to some of our Student Council Members who served as ambassadors during the visit — they did a fantastic job greeting our guests, leading the Q & A time, and making them feel right at home! #FutureIntermediateDragons #ReadyFor3rdGrade #DragonIgnite

Freedom Fun Run 2025 We are so thankful for all the donations, love, and support shown to our school during the Freedom Fun Run! We couldn’t do it without our amazing, caring community — THANK YOU! Intermediate Top Donation Winners: 3rd Grade: Sawyer Creswell, Elizabeth Buchs, and Jace Taylor 4th Grade: Auraya Teague, and Cooper Brown 5th Grade: Lane Montgomery, and Carson Simonds Intermediate Most Lap Winners: Our students stepped up BIG and gave it their all - running an incredible number of laps with determination and heart! 3rd Grade Girl: Sawyer Midkiff --- 3rd Grade Boy: Karter Wilhoit 4th Grade Girl: Maylee Atwell --- 4th Grade Boy: Kipton Selman 5th Grade Girl: Bentlee Nicklas --- 5th Grade Boy: Bentley Miller Way to go, Dragons! We’re so proud of your hard work and big hearts!

Our Freedom Fun Run was a great success! A HUGE thank you to all the parents, grandparents, friends, relatives, and local businesses who supported our school — we are so grateful for your generosity and encouragement! Even though we had to move the run indoors, that didn’t slow down our students. They ran their hearts out and crushed those laps — way to go, Dragons! 🐉👟💪 A special shoutout to Pruitt Investments, Rockstar Roofing, Memorial Assembly of God, First Baptist Church, S&S Motors, and Landmark Church for donating water to keep our students hydrated — your support means so much! Thank you again to the incredible Community of Purcell for supporting our students and school! Thankful!

Today is our annual PTO Freedom Fun Run! We have contacted the National Weather Service, and they have advised that scattered storms are possible for our area today. We will move indoors at each site. Thank you for your understanding in keeping students safe.

Help Us Paint Our Playground! Painted playscapes—also known as playground markings or painted play spaces—are colorful, interactive games and activities that brighten up outdoor areas. These vibrant designs encourage physical activity, promote social interaction, and support fun learning experiences for students. Thanks to our partnership with TSET and Healthy Schools Oklahoma (HSOK), we have the exciting opportunity to paint our back pad for free! This project will transform the space into a dynamic and engaging area where students can enjoy new ways to move, play, and learn. We need volunteers to help make it happen! Join us on May 19 at 2:00 PM to help paint our playground. No experience necessary—just a willingness to lend a hand! If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact Stephanie Knowles at knowless@purcellps.org or call 405-442-0099. Let’s work together to make our school even more fun and active for our students!

THANK YOU to our AMAZING community for showing our teachers and staff so much love today! Your kindness means the world to us! Smiles + treats = the perfect kickoff to a week of appreciation!! Thank you!!! Special thanks to: • PTO and Starbucks - Delicious Coffee Bar! • Walmart – Yummy Sandwiches! • OEC – Awesome Cookie Tray! • First United Bank – Healthy Snack Basket! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #CommunitySupport #ThankYou #GratefulHearts #WeLoveOurTeachers

In PE, we have learned the basics of softball/baseball such as catching, throwing, and batting! We've learned how to run bases, catch pop flys, and throw to the base in front of the runner. The best part is the sportsmanship! They have really been encouraging one another and helping each other learn the game! We've scrimmaged and we are ready to play ball! Students may wear their gameday attire (jerseys/uniforms)to school tomorrow! Some classes even picked team colors! We are excited to finish this unit with a fun and friendly game of wiffleball during their rotation time!

If you missed the deadline for ordering a yearbook online, no worries! We ordered extra and they are here!!! If you have questions, please reach out.

Happy Administrative Assistants' Day to two of the best! 🌟 Mrs. Page and Mrs. Jasmine's dedication, warmth, and hard work make our school thrive every single day. We appreciate all the little—and big—things they do! 💗🐉🍎 #SchoolRockstars #thankyou #heartbeatofourschool

Congratulations to Ms. Barbara Smith for being recognized as our 2024-25 Support Employee of the Year! Ms. Smith works in our elementary school as a paraprofessional. She goes above and beyond, always willing to step in and help out. Thank you Ms. smith for all that you do for Purcell Schools!

Register your child for the 25-26 school year now! Log into your parent portal and visit our enrollment page for how to get started. https://www.purcellps.org/o/purcell/page/enrollment ¡Inscriba a su hijo/a para el año escolar 25-26 ya! Inicie sesión en su portal para padres y visite nuestra página de inscripción para saber cómo empezar. https://www.purcellps.org/o/purcell/page/enrollment

We were so excited to share this with you all! In Miss Windham's third-grade class, her students recently completed an entire unit on Oklahoma. They created timelines, discussed historical events, viewed online museums and photographs, compared Oklahoma's symbols to those of other states, identified its surrounding states, listened to various read-alouds, and conversed about its origins and landforms. One project in this unit that her students were particularly excited about combined their passion for science and social studies. Each student made a physical map of Oklahoma on cardboard and went through the process of creating salt dough. Afterward, they used the salt dough to demonstrate the state's landforms and painted them to add the finishing touches! Look how awesome they turned out!!

Register your child for the 25-26 school year now! Log into your parent portal and visit our enrollment page for how to get started. https://www.purcellps.org/o/purcell/page/enrollment ¡Inscriba a su hijo/a para el año escolar 25-26 ya! Inicie sesión en su portal para padres y visite nuestra página de inscripción para saber cómo empezar. https://www.purcellps.org/o/purcell/page/enrollment

Third graders love experiencing enriched literacy and having fun while doing it! Over the span of three weeks, they were given the opportunity to participate in a reading tournament. One set of classes read books listed on the right side of the brackets, while the other set read books on the left. They switched each week and went through a series of voting forums to determine which book would be the overall winner. Our third graders were pleased to hear that "Finding Winnie: The True Story of the World's Most Famous Bear" by Lindsay Mattick was deemed the most beloved of all the bracket books and the winner of our tournament! Thank you Mrs. Frankenberg for initiating and hosting this tournament! They truly loved every moment of it!

Will your child be returning to Purcell Schools next year? Fill out registration forms now and be ready for enrollment in July. https://www.purcellps.org/o/purcell/page/enrollment ¿Su hijo/a regresará a las Escuelas Purcell el próximo año? Complete los formularios de inscripción ahora y prepárese para la inscripción en julio. https://www.purcellps.org/o/purcell/page/enrollment

Recently, Mrs. Jones' 5th-grade science class enjoyed a walking classroom session, listening to a podcast about Earth's rotation and revolution. As they strolled through nature, students discussed what they learned, making science come alive in a fun and active way!

Our students wrapped up the March Madness Step Challenge with a fun reward: the winning class from each grade got to attend a baseball game at the Heart of Oklahoma tournament! Thanks to the All Sports Dragon Fire Booster Club for sponsoring this awesome experience. Each student received a game ticket, popcorn, soft-serve ice cream, and water. We had a great time—and so did others around us! A CCS grandparent complimented our students on their great behavior and manners, and several parents thanked us for cheering on the Royals. A big thank-you to Mrs. Swayze and all the teachers and paraprofessionals who helped make this day happen for our kids!

State testing can be a stressful time for students, making it even more important to start the day with a nutritious breakfast. Eating a balanced meal in the morning fuels the brain, improves focus, and enhances memory, all of which are essential for performing well on tests. A breakfast rich in whole grains, fruits, and proteins helps maintain energy levels and keeps blood sugar stable, allowing students to tackle challenges with confidence. Prioritizing breakfast not only supports academic success but also promotes overall well-being during this critical time!

Did you know that marshmallows grow on trees? April fools!!! Mrs. Ambrose's third grade class learned all about the "growth" of marshmallows and even got to eat some!