Arrowpoint Magazine, Vol. 41, Issue 1

INSIDE Welcome Back!

ArrowVision Launch Preserving History New Faces, New Places

THE OFFICIAL MAGAZINE OF BROKEN ARROW PUBLIC SCHOOLS

VOLUME 41, ISSUE 1 | BACK TO SCHOOL 2015

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INSIDE

ARROWPOINT MAGAZINE

BROKEN ARROW PUBLIC SCHOOLS VOLUME 41, ISSUE 1 | BACK TO SCHOOL 2015 Publisher Communications Department Broken Arrow Public Schools Layout/Design/Photography Adam J. Foreman Graphic Artist/Publications Specialist Editing/Content Shelli Holland-Handy Chief Communications Officer Christina Dixon Communications & Community Relations Coordinator Amanda Summers Executive Director of Public Relations Superintendent of Schools Dr. Jarod Mendenhall Board of Education Cheryl Kelly, President Steve Allen, Vice President Jerry Denton, Clerk Steve Majors, Deputy Clerk Dr. Theresa Williamson, Member

PHOTO BY CHRISTINA DIXON

From the Superintendent Page Three

The ARROWPOINT is published six times a year by the Communications Department of Broken Arrow Public Schools and is distributed to approximately 48,500 households in the Broken Arrow school district. The ARROWPOINT is printed at Printed Products, Inc., and is the official communication tool for parents, students, staff and patrons of Broken Arrow Public Schools. Any information, content and photos contained herein are property of Broken Arrow Schools and are to be used by outside sources only with permission of the Communications Department.

All contents are copyrighted.

Back To School Notices & News Pages Four & Five

ArrowVision: Network Launch Pages Six & Seven

Education In Motion: History of BAPS Pages Eight & Nine

OER: Teachers & Textbooks Page Ten

New Faces, New Places Page Eleven Broken Arrow Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or age in its employment, programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Broken Arrow Public Schools will take all necessary steps to ensure that each school and work place in the District is free from unlawful discrimination or harassment based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status or age. The following people within the District have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination issues and concerns: • The Chief Human Resources Officer, Ed Fager, should be contacted for all non-student and/ or employment related issues at 918-259-5700 or at 701 South Main Street, Broken Arrow, OK 74012; • The Assistant Superintendent for Student Services, Chuck Perry, should be contacted for all student issues related to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, at 918-259- 5700 or at 701 South Main Street, Broken Arrow, OK 74012; • The Director of Special Education, Debbie Renz, should be contacted for all student issues related to Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 (IDEA), at 918259-5700 or at 701 South Main Street, Broken Arrow, OK 74012; • The Assistant Athletic Director, Melenda Knight, should be contacted for all student issues related to Title IX, of the Education Amendments of 1972, at 918-259-4310 or at 1901 E. Albany, Broken Arrow, OK 74012; • The Chief Operating Officer, Michelle Bergwall, should be contacted for issues related to accessibility to facilities, services and activities pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, at 918-259-5700 or at 701 South Main Street, Broken Arrow, OK Inquiries concerning non-discrimination can also be made to the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights. The contact information for the Kansas City Enforcement Office is: Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, Suite 320, Kansas City, MO 64106; Telephone: (816) 268-0550; TTY: (877) 521-2172; Facsimile: (816) 823-1404; Email: OCR.KansasCity@ed.gov.

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greetings

letter from the

SUPERINTENDENT As I begin my sixth year as your superintendent, I am amazed at the transformation our district has undergone over the past five years.

Our student population has increased by more than 2,000 students, and we have spent much of my time here updating our facilities to be safe, secure and enriching learning environments as well as planning for continued growth. Since 2009, we have opened four new early childhood centers, three new elementary schools and one new middle school. Additionally, we have added 23 secured entries and 1,300 security cameras to our schools, removed 117 portable buildings, and added 311 classrooms, 28 fine arts spaces, 12 media centers and seven gymnasiums.

As we begin the 2015-16 school year, we will continue this momentum of continuous improvement so that our students have the best education opportunities possible. Our freshmen are piloting a program in which every student is given a computer to use at home and school to enhance student learning, and this 1:1 initiative will be expanded to the high school for the 2016-17 school year. Over the summer, facilities were upgraded to better accommodate special education students. Planning has just begun on capital improvements made possible by the 2015 bond issue. And, this year, we will begin a community-wide discussion of the best high school configuration for our growing district.

But beyond the bricks and mortar, the most important thing we do each day is help students succeed. One measurement of this success is how many of our seniors graduate each year. I am pleased to tell you that 96 percent of the Class of 2015 received a diploma. While that is a great reason to celebrate, we will continue to aggressively pursue our district goal of 100 percent graduation for every student. After all, the most beautiful buildings are worthless if they aren’t places where our students can learn.

As we begin another school year, there is much for which I am grateful. Because of our dedicated teachers and staff, committed students, and supportive parents and community members, Broken Arrow Public Schools continues to provide outstanding opportunities for our students every day. I’m looking forward to working with each of you to make this another great year to be a Tiger.

Sincerely,

Dr. Jarod Mendenhall Superintendent of Schools

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new year

Welcome

Back to Class dates & times

SCHEDULE PICK-UP Middle Schools • Wednesday, Aug. 12, Noon to 6 p.m.7th and 8th grades • Thursday, Aug. 13, Noon to 6 p.m.6th grade, orientation at 6 p.m.

• Tuesday, Sept. 1, Open House (Time: TBD) Freshman Academy • Wednesday, Aug. 12, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.9th grade • Thursday, Aug. 13, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.9th grade • Tuesday, Sept. 1, Open House (Time: TBD) High School • Wednesday, Aug. 12, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.10th- 12th grades • Thursday, Aug. 13, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.10th- 12th grades • Thursday, Sept. 10- Open House (Time: TBD) BA Academy • Tuesday, Aug. 18, 6 p.m.- Orientation Margaret Hudson Program • Tuesday, Aug. 18, 5:30 p.m.- Orientation

MEET YOUR TEACHER Early Childhood Centers • Wednesday, Aug. 19, 3 to 5 p.m.- All Early Childhood Centers Elementary Schools • Thursday, Aug, 13, 4 to 6 p.m.- Kindergarten for Arrowhead, Country Lane Primary, Creekwood, Highland Park, Rhoades and Spring Creek • Tuesday, Aug, 18, 4 to 6 p.m.- Country Lane Primary 1st and 2nd Grade • Tuesday, Aug. 18, 5 to 7 p.m.- Country Lane Intermediate • Tuesday, Aug. 18, 4 to 6 p.m.- All other elementary sites

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Get the latest about the upcoming year With the first day of school fast approaching, Broken Arrow Public Schools is excited to welcome students and parents back with exciting new changes, upcoming events and familiar programs.

CHILD NUTRITION As a participant in the National School Lunch Program, BAPS offers free and reduced rates on breakfast and lunch for students of families that meet certain income guidelines.

All students who wish to participate in the program must enroll for the 2015-2016 school year by filling out an application available at each school site or online at www.baschools.org.

Applications for the 2015-2016 school year are due by Oct. 5, 2015. On this date, the students that were on free and reduced lunches for the 2014-2015 school year will be cut from the program if a new application has not be processed.

Application processing time can be up to 10 days although the Child Nutrition department works diligently to minimize the wait time for benefit assignment.

Online payments for school meals will continue this year with MySchoolBucks.com.

Parents may visit the website to set up a child’s account with their child’s student ID number. Each transaction results in a $1.95 fee. On the site, parents may see their child’s balance, view purchase history and sign up for email notifications if balances become low. Although a great option for parents, the online system is not required as parents may still send money with students for lunch and breakfast purchases.

The BAPS Child Nutrition Department makes every effort to accommodate special dietary needs. In order to do so, BAPS Child Nutrition must have documentation for the special dietary need from a licensed physician. An assessment of the dietary needs must be made by the physician and an original copy of the assessment must be on file with the Child Nutrition Department.

Questions regarding free and reduced

applications, online meal payments and special dietary needs can be directed to the Child Nutrition Department at (918) 2594565.

DIRECTORY INFORMATION The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act allows a district to designate certain student data as directory information.

Broken Arrow Public Schools has designated “directory information” to include a student’s name, parents’ names, address and telephone listing, date and place of birth, class designation (i.e., first grade, tenth grade, etc.), extracurricular participation, achievement awards or honors, dates of attendance, weight and height, photograph, as well as the school or school district the student attended before he/she enrolled in Broken Arrow schools. BAPS will continue to disclose student directory information for the purposes of printing student names in yearbooks, honor rolls, athletic programs and publications.

Parents or eligible students should advise the principal of the school(s) of attendance in writing of any or all of the items they refuse to permit the district to designate as directory information about that student.

The designation will remain in effect until it is modified by the written direction of the student’s parent or the eligible student.

BEFORE & AFTER CARE B&A Connections offers before and after care programs for Broken Arrow Schools.

The B&A Connections planned curriculum reflects both the developmental interests of children in grades pre-kindergarten through fifth grade and the opportunity for children within these age groups to play and learn from one another. Key elements of the program include social and emotional development, physical development, intellectual development and a warm and caring staff. The B&A Connections office is located at 210 North Main Street at Central

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STUDENTS AT ASPEN CREEK EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER ENJOY THE OUTDOORS.

On Main and is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pre-kindergarten before OR after care is $160 per month per child. Prekindergarten before AND after care is $290 per month per child. Kindergarten – fifth grade before OR after care is $145 per month per child. Kindergarten – fifth grade before AND after care is $245 per month per child.

Additionally, there is an annual registration fee of $50 per family. For specific information about your child’s school, contact the B&A Connections office at (918) 259-7413.

CHILD FIND NOTICE This notice is to inform parents that Broken Arrow Public schools is maintaining an ongoing Child Find search to locate, identify and evaluate any child age 3-21 with an established or suspected disability.

Child Find efforts include all individuals age 3-21 not enrolled in school, as well as those who attend public and private schools, Head Start, state institutions, and other child care or treatment facilities. Children not of school age must reside in the boundaries of Broken Arrow Public Schools to be included in the Child Find efforts.

Broken Arrow Public Schools has established and maintains a comprehensive screening and multidisciplinary referral, evaluation, and eligibility process for the identification of children with suspected disabilities. Child Find activities contain a mandate for public awareness of contact, location and established screening procedures.

Information regarding evaluation procedures is available at no cost to parent/guardian upon request by

contacting Broken Arrow Public Schools at the Educational Service Center, Special Services, 701 N. Main Street, Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, or by phone at 918-259-5700.

As mandated by the Oklahoma State Department of Education, Broken Arrow Public Schools is required to fully inform parents that personally identifiable information is maintained on all children who are referred and evaluated under the provisions of Child Find.

The types of information sought may include but are not limited to: Parent concerns, developmental, adaptive behavior, social-cultural, health/medical, vision, hearing, motor, perceptual/processing, behavior, psychological, vocational and information gained through observations in the classroom or other environments.

It is the responsibility of Broken Arrow Public Schools to inform parents/guardians of their rights under the Federal Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

Should you have any questions please contact John Hilborn at 918-259-5751.

PARENTS RIGHT TO KNOW At the beginning of each school year, a local educational agency that receives funds under NCLB Title I shall notify the parents of each student attending any school receiving funds under NCLB Title I that the parents may request, and the agency will provide the parents on request (and in a timely manner), information regarding the professional qualifications of the student’s classroom teachers, including, at a minimum, the following:

• Whether the teacher has met state qualification and licensing criteria for the grade levels and subject areas in which the teacher provides instruction.

• Whether the teacher is teaching under emergency or other provisional status through which state qualification or licensing criteria have been waived.

• The baccalaureate degree major of the teacher and any other graduate certification or degree held by the teacher, and the field of discipline of the certification or degree.

• Whether the child is provided services by paraprofessionals and, if so, their qualifications.

In addition to the information that parents may request above, a school that receives funds under NCLB Title I shall provide to each individual parent: • Information on the level of achievement of the parent’s child in each of the state academic assessments as required under this part; and • Timely notice that the parent’s child has been assigned, or has been taught for four or more consecutive weeks by, a teacher who is not highly qualified.

The notice and information provided to parents under this paragraph shall be in an understandable and uniform format and, to the extent practicable, provided in a language that the parents can understand.

To receive any of this information, please contact Adrienne Stout, Assistant Director of Human Resources, at (918) 259-5700.

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arrowvision

STUDENTS AT THE HIGH SCHOOL USE THE LATEST EQUIPMENT AT ARROWVISION STUDIOS.

New Vision

Launch of new BAPS media network aims to inform, educate As audio-visual communications continually evolve, Broken Arrow Public Schools (BAPS) keeps patrons informed through the ArrowVision network.

Comprised of ArrowVision.tv, Broken Arrow High School’s “The Pulse,” the district’s YouTube channel and Cox Channel 20, ArrowVision provides high quality programming covering academics, fine arts and athletics to keep patrons, parents and students up to date on all that is happening across the district.

“ArrowVision provides the district with the ability to broadcast video as well as live stream a variety of events such as graduation, board meetings, Tiger sports and our annual Teacher of the Year Gala,” said Mark Frie, executive director of ArrowVision. “It acts as the voice and face of the district, giving patrons, parents and students the information they need.”

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BAPS first began producing video programming 20 years ago under the name BATV. Last year, BATV underwent a significant transformation to ArrowVision which included the addition of a new video production studio, changes to student curriculum and upgrades to Cox Channel 20.

“Video and digital media are such an important part of the district’s communication efforts and these enhancements enable us to reach key audiences more effectively,” said Greg Spencer, BAPS video production manager. “The new name symbolizes the new direction we are taking our video productions, both for patrons and our students.”

At Broken Arrow High School, four journalism classes are offered to give students hands-on experience in the

“Being able to produce video content at this caliber is something few high school students have the opportunity to do.”

– Noah Basinger, BAHS senior

arrowvision

PHOTOS BY GREG SPENCER

world of videography, including TigerTV 1 and 2, Digital Media: The Pulse, sports media and documentary film. These classes instruct students to shoot video, edit and produce original content for ArrowVision’s media outlets.

Last school year began with only seven students enrolled in three video production classes, eventually growing to 50 by the second semester. For the 201516 school year, more than 150 students pre-enrolled for five different classes, each preparing students for a possible career in new media, traditional journalism and studio news.

“These students see the career opportunities in the digital media world every day because they are connected via social media and other technology outlets,” said Spencer, who was key in creating the new video production curriculum. “They want to be part of classes that give them the chance to be creative and express themselves.”

Incoming senior Noah Basinger knows which path he wants to take after graduation.

“These classes have introduced me to the world of media production, and I’d like to continue studying it after I graduate,” Basinger said. “Being able to produce video content at this caliber is

something few high school students have the opportunity to do.”

From fall 2012 to spring 2014, Broken Arrow High School underwent major renovations made possible by the 2009 bond issue. The project included a stateof-the-art ArrowVision studio on the high school campus.

“Having a professional space and high-tech video equipment allows us to produce impressively high-quality content,” said BAHS senior Tanner Cates.

“It really prepares us if we choose to pursue broadcasting in college.”

For more information about ArrowVision, please contact 918-2597440.

tune in ArrowVision.tv YouTube.com/baschools bahspulse.com Cox Cable Channel 20

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d i s t r i c t

History Lesson Deep, rich heritage of school district is preserved at many sites Even though Oklahoma would not become a state until 1907, Broken Arrow residents were ahead of their time and valued education for their children. In 1904, a two-story school building was constructed on Main Street Broken Arrow from a 2 percent sales tax initiated by the community. The first Broken Arrow High School senior class graduated in 1908 with only three students.

Since then, Broken Arrow Public Schools has given generations of students an excellent education and a lifetime of fond memories. Although BAPS continually looks toward the future for its students, the district also strives to preserve its rich history.

Central on Main becomes a historical site In 1924, Broken Arrow’s first school building was damaged by a fire, and

because of the damage, the structure was razed. The facility was later rebuilt on the same site and utilized for decades to educate children living in the community.

In the early 2000s, the building was repurposed and called Central on Main.

Today it serves as the home to the district’s enrollment center, administrative offices and a community ballroom. It is also listed on the National Register of Historic Places, serving as a reminder of Broken Arrow’s rich educational history to all who pass through the doors.

“Much of the original bricks and structure from the 1944 construction were exposed, restored and highlighted in the renovation,” said Michelle Bergwall, BAPS chief operations officer. “We want to continue to connect BAPS’ successful past with its promising future.”

Additionally, student artwork was transferred from the former Haskell Middle School as it was transformed into the Broken Arrow Academy and installed

at Central on Main. The lobby also honors the late principal of Haskell Middle School, Philip Tucker.

Paying Homage to Col. Ernest Childers Built in 1985, Childers Middle School was the first in the state to be named for a living person, Lieutenant Colonel Ernest Childers.

A gallery, which is found at the entrance of Childers, beautifully celebrates his many accomplishments, including his military accolades, his Muscogee (Creek) heritage and the story of World War II events that led to his receiving of the Medal of Honor.

He was the first Native American since the 19th Century Indian Wars and the only Broken Arrow resident to earn this honor.

Before his death in 2005, Childers was very much a part of the school, attending yearbook signings and student assemblies. “Childers received many awards and honors throughout this life,” said Executive Director of the 45th Infantry Division Museum Col. David Brown, who, along with Childers’ family, assisted the school with the gallery. “But, I believe, the honor that he valued the most was having this school named for him.”

North to serve community, alumni and students For more than 95 years, the site located at the end of East College Street has successfully served BAPS students academically and personally—first as a high school, then as North Intermediate, and in the coming years, as the Kirkland Activity Complex.

In June 2015, a commemoration ceremony was held for the Broken Arrow community. This last pep rally celebrated the memories of alumni, staff and community members and ushered this iconic site into its next phase made possible by the 2015 bond election.

Over the next several years, several site improvements will be made including an alumni center, a soccer complex, COL. ERNEST CHILDERS IS HONORED AT HIS NAMESAKE SCHOOL WITH A GALLERY DISPLAY.

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renovations to the current auditorium and gymnasium, and a swimming facility for district and community use.

“Following the ceremony, the wellknown mosaic tiger located on the floor’s entrance was successfully removed and stored for the future alumni center,” said Bergwall. “We have plans to preserve many historical artifacts for our alumni and future generations to enjoy.”

Education in Motion: The Timeline of BAPS Last year, a timeline mural was created at the Education Service Center located at 701 S. Main St. This timeline, which stands over 6-feet tall, offers a chronological walk through of BAPS’ important events, beginning in 1904. It is open to the public, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

“From the evolution of the district logo to the district’s expansion throughout the years, our rich history is important,” said BAPS Superintendent Dr. Jarod Mendenhall. “It is exciting to have a visual representation of important milestones so patrons can see all of the progress we’ve made together, while still honoring our past.”

For more information on current or future projects, please visit baschools.org or call 918-259-5700.

in case you missed it...

PATRONS ADMIRE THE NEW EXHIBIT “EDUCATION IN MOTION: A HISTORY OF BROKEN ARROW SCHOOLS.”

The Dr. Clarence G. Oliver: Educator, Soldier, Journalist & Civic Leader museum is located in Oliver Middle School’s foyer. This gallery recognizes Dr. Oliver’s devotion and loyalty to the city of Broken Arrow and its school district. Stop by to see memorabilia, newspaper clippings, honors, photographs and more.

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instruction

By The Book Teachers collaborate on new textbooks Most of us remember days of pouring over traditional classroom textbooks.

Teachers chose chapters relevant to our lessons and students were instructed to keep the books pristine so others could use them.

Broken Arrow Public Schools’ instructional team is developing a solution to improve student engagement and success by customizing learning with Open Education Resources (OER) textbooks for select middle school and freshman science, math and history courses.

OERs are defined as high-quality, openly licensed online educational materials that allow educators to share and reuse knowledge. The textbook resources are generated by reputable scientists and educational experts, and then assembled

by BAPS’ curriculum coordinators under the Creative Commons License.

“OER textbooks are aligned with Oklahoma State Standards, providing the most relevant and concise instructional materials for our teachers and students,” said Dr. Janet Dunlop, BAPS assistant superintendent of instructional services.

“Since we create the textbooks, unnecessary content from national textbooks is eliminated and replaced with real-world applications and current issues, encouraging the development of

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problem-solving skills.”

In August 2014, Oklahoma State Science Coordinator Tiffany Neill presented the concept and benefits of OERs to BAPS science curriculum coordinators by using Utah’s Open Textbook Project as an example. The benefits include yearly textbook customization, availability in print and online, cost savings, solutions for textbook shortages, increased student engagement and more – all of which prompted Broken Arrow’s teachers and administrators to lead the OER pack.

“Broken Arrow teachers epitomize the word ‘open’ in the acronym OER,” said Rebecca Morales, BAPS science instructional specialist. “They are always willing to collaborate and participate in professional development opportunities, continually looking for ways to improve student learning.”

The OER textbook content is gradelevel appropriate and includes online interactive resources, such as virtual labs, animated demonstrations and other explanatory videos. Freshman Academy students will access the OERs via their Chromebooks, while middle school students will utilize computer labs and classroom computer carts. Teachers are also able to utilize their interactive SMART boards. In addition, print versions will also

participants in OER development

SAMPLE OF TEACHERS INVOLVED WITH THE OER TEXTBOOKS INCLUDE: (Front row) Deborah Coffman, Cynthia Walvoord, Rebecca Morales, Gayle Hahn, Valerie Sellers (Back row) Lisa Sikes, Stephanie Landreville, Jennifer Jackson

be available for student use.

Childers Middle School science teacher Stephanie Landreville, who piloted an OER textbook for her sixth grade classes last year, said her students were more engaged with scientific topics.

“It helped open up conversation and allowed students to lead the scientific discussion in the classroom, developing a conceptual understanding rather than just memorizing terms and vocabulary,” she said.

Landreville also noted that many of Broken Arrow’s teacher leaders are working with the Oklahoma State Department of Education and surrounding districts as OER curators to develop textbooks available from the state this fall.

“It is exciting to know we are creating a learning legacy that will reach farther than the boundaries of Broken Arrow.

Sarah Bailey Jodi Beasley Kari Bergeron LuAnn Bruneau Deborah Coffman Paul Croft Gary Dill Kit Dixon Chris Ennis Kevin Evans Amanda Gargan Billy Gates Gayle Hahn Karen Harris Brittany Henderson Terrill Hendrix Cyndi Jackson Jennifer Jackson Kevin Jones Stephanie Landreville Katie Lee Brenda Lyon Rafael Maturino Joe McClain Susan McClarty Gene McMath Ashley Nickelson Chris Nulf Maggie Parrish Pamela Parrish Joshua Platt Ruth Pray Mickey Scholes Valerie Sellers Alison Shelton Robert Showler Lisa Sikes Jacquelene Vogele Cynthia Walvoord Melinda West Nino Williams II Karli Wilson

personnel

New Faces, New Places

As we kick off the 2015-16 school year, Broken Arrow Public Schools welcomes new students, parents and staff members to the Tiger family. Among those new faces are several administrators who will serve in leadership positions at one of our 27 school sites, as well as returning leaders who will serve different roles within the district.

High School Administration • Liz Burns, Broken Arrow High School Principal • Tom Hoeffner, 10th Grade Principal • Tony Sappington, 11th Grade Principal • Larry Lewis, 12th Grade Principal • Lindsey Johnson, BAHS Assistant Principal • Shannon Smith, BAHS Assistant Principal • Michelle Baker, Freshman Academy Assistant Principal • Michelle Bowdle, Freshman Academy Assistant Principal Middle School Administration • Stacy Replogle, Childers Middle School Principal • Curtis Green, Childers Middle School Assistant Principal • Steven Lobaugh, Oneta Ridge Middle School Assistant Principal • Beth Gilbert, Sequoyah Middle School Principal Elementary Administration • Kristin Henness, Country Lane Intermediate Assistant Principal • Dana deFreese, Country Lane Primary Assistant Principal • Carol Kackley, Highland Park Elementary Assistant Principal • Elizabeth Schmidt, Leisure Park Elementary Assistant Principal • Elora Orr, Liberty Elementary Principal • Russell Frederick, Liberty Assistant Principal • Chris England, Lynn Wood Elementary Principal Education Service Center • Brian Daley, Chief Information Officer • Gena Koster, Executive Director of Academic Programs • Christian Welborn, Executive Director of Student Services • Debbie Renz, Director of Special Education • James McNabb, Director of Transportation Please visit the respective sites for additional information and biographies.

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