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March 26, 2025: Parent Update

Mar 26 2025

Welcome to the Tulsa Public Schools newsletter! Here, you’ll find the latest updates, important dates, and helpful resources to keep your family informed and engaged. With only two months left of school, consistent attendance is key to finishing the year strong.

School calendars for 2025-2026 and 2026-2027
At the regular board meeting on March 24, our Board of Education approved the calendars for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. Our calendar committee worked diligently to develop calendars for the next two school years in order to provide ample time for planning both families and staff.

As in prior years, the calendar development process includes the consideration of feedback from families, team members, the Tulsa Classroom Teachers Association (TCTA), the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), and the elementary and secondary principals associations.

The 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 calendars will include 168 instructional days for students. With these calendars, we aimed to maximize pockets of time that occur naturally within the calendar while minimizing short weeks. Based on community feedback, we will return to a full week for Fall Break while maintaining a full week holiday for Thanksgiving. For next school year, school will begin on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025 and the last day will be Thursday, May 28, 2026.

You can find printable versions of the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 calendars on our website atwww.tulsaschools.org/calendar.

Last day of school for students

Please be aware of an important schedule update for Tulsa Public Schools students. Due to inclement weather days used, one additional school day has been added at the end of the semester. The last day for students will now be Thursday, May 22. This adjustment ensures we meet the required learning time with minimal disruption. We appreciate your understanding and support as we make this necessary change. You can read more on our website.

Oklahoma state testing season is here
Students in grades 3-8 and 11th graders will be taking state assessments over the next month and a half. Check with your school for specific dates that your student will be testing so that you can help them prepare and know what to expect. Plan to set your student up for success by discussing state assessments with them ahead of their scheduled test dates Here are some simple tips your student can follow to do their best on the tests!

Get a good night’s sleep
Eat a balanced breakfast
Arrive at school on time
Read the test instructions carefully
Pace yourself - don't rush through the questions
Think positively!

2025 Children’s Mental Health Fair

The Student and Family Support Services team invites you to join us for the 2025 Children’s Mental Health Fair! This free, family-friendly event will be held Thursday, April 17 from 4-7:30pm at Guthrie Green at 111 Reconciliation Way. Join the TPS team supported by local partner organizations for mental health resources, fun and interactive activities, and a free showing of the movie Inside Out 2 (movie begins at dusk). Food trucks will also be available for food purchases!

You matter, you belong. Together, let’s prioritize mental wellness to strengthen our community. Supported by the Children’s Behavioral Health Partnership of Tulsa, Mental Health Association of Oklahoma, City of Tulsa, and neighboring agencies.

Help your student stay on track to graduate on time!

Are you tracking your high school student’s progress toward graduation? It is never too soon to begin monitoring your student’s progress. We’re excited to launch two new features in our PowerSchool Parent Portal that will help you keep track of how your student is progressing and earning credits throughout their high school years. The Credit-Based Grade and Graduation Progress Tracker tools work together to give you a clear picture of where your student may need extra support. Click here for a quick tutorial video about these features. If you don’t have a PowerSchool Parent Portal account, visit www.tulsaschools.org/engage for step-by-step instructions. You can also visit our website to learn more about how you can monitor and support your student’s progress toward their graduation requirements.

Educator Hiring Fairs

Tulsa Public Schools is excited to host upcoming hiring fairs for prospective educators (Certified & Uncertified Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Teacher Assistants, and more). These events will offer opportunities to engage with school leaders and explore potential career opportunities within the district. We’re looking for passionate, dedicated professionals who are committed to supporting our students as they learn and grow. If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey and be part of a vibrant educational community, we encourage you to attend one of our upcoming Educator Hiring Fairs on April 1st (for prospective elementary educators) or April 2nd (for prospective secondary educators) from 5:30-7:30 pm each day. Pre-register at www.tulsaschools.org/hiringfair. We encourage you to share this opportunity with friends and family who may be looking for a new role in education!

FAFSA Completion Requirement for Graduating Seniors

All seniors must complete a FAFSA application or complete an opt-out form before March 26 in order to graduate and participate in senior activities like prom. The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) helps eligible students obtain financial aid for two- or four-year college, technical school, or career training programs, and it is open now! Funding is awarded on a first come, first served basis, so students should submit their application as soon as possible.

If your student still needs to complete the FAFSA, our team can help! You can speak with your student’s counselor for one-on-one support with the FAFSA or opt-out form. You can also make an appointment to meet in-person or on Zoom with a TPS team member who can assist. Interpretation services are available - please be sure to note your language preference in your appointment request. Visit www.tulsaschools.org/FAFSA for more information or to make an appointment.We understand that some families may have questions or concerns about how your family’s information might be used or shared. Please know that Tulsa Public Schools is doing all we can to support and protect you and your family. Completing the FAFSA or the opt-out form is necessary simply to fulfill the graduation requirement.

Key Dates

Tuesday, April 1 from 7am-7pm: Board of Education District 3 Election. Click here to find your polling place.
Tuesday, April 1 from 5:30-7:30pm: Educator Hiring Fair at Wilson Teaching and Learning.
Wednesday, April 2 from 5:30-7:30pm: Educator Hiring Fair at Wilson Teaching and Learning.
Thursday, April 3 at 12pm: Parent Resource Center (525 E 46th St N, Tulsa Ok 74126) Family and Children's Services, Topic Discipline. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided. Register Here.
Tuesday, April 8 at 12pm: Parent Resource Center (525 E 46th St N, Tulsa Ok 74126) Family and Children's Services, Topic Social Media. Breakfast and Lunch will be provided. Register Here.
Monday, April 7 at 6:30pm: Regular Meeting of the Board of Education. Find the agenda here.
Saturday, April 12 from 10am-1pm: Spring Extravaganza at the Parent Resource Center.
Saturday, April 12 from 2pm-10pm: Indian Education Student Social Intertribal Dance at Rogers College High School.
Thursday, April 17 from 4-7:30pm: 2025 Children’s Mental Health Fair
Monday, April 21 at 6:30pm: Regular Meeting of the Board of Education. Find the agenda here.
Friday, April 25: No classes for April Holiday.
Monday, April 28: Second enrollment window for 2025-2026 school year opens