Denise Kibbe is the new HS Custodian at Arnett Schools. She will also be driving a daily bus route. Denise graduated from Arnett with the Class of 1992. Her two children, Josh & Jacklyn, graduated from AHS as well. Denise has three grandkids: Kian, Breck, and Coah, with two more on the way. Denise has always been a hard worker. She worked in the oilfield for 11 years, doing everything from hauling crude oil and salt water to helping build locations. For the past 3.5 years, Denise has worked for the Oklahoma Department of Transportation. She is looking forward to getting to know the school kids again, having a similar schedule to her grandkids, and being out of the extreme outdoor elements on a regular basis.
We are resuming our new staff spotlight today. First up for today is Melanie McCracken. Melanie is a 1993 graduate of Vici High School. She has been married to her husband, Shannon, for 28 years this September. They have two sons, Colton and Chase, as well as two daughters, Cayce and Cadie. Cadie will be a Junior at Arnett this year. Melanie obtained her Bachelor of Science from Northwestern Oklahoma State University in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education in 1996. She taught Title1 Reading and Math for three years as well as First grade for two years at Woodward Public Schools. Melanie owned and operated Sunnyside Floral for 14 years while raising her family. She returned to the classroom last year at Vici teaching 7th and 8th grade Reading/ ELA, Library, Senior Class Sponsor, and tutored a fourth-grade student. This year at Arnett, Mrs. McCracken will be teaching Art, Home Economics, Yearbook, Library, and 4th Grade Social Studies. Melanie said they are excited to be a part of the Arnett Wildcats, and they appreciate everyone welcoming them into another great Northwest Oklahoma community.
The Wildcats are scheduled to open the 2023 Fall baseball season at home on August 7th hosting Cheyenne-Reydon at 4:30 PM.
The previously scheduled JH games for Mon. & Tues. have been canceled. They will open their season at Erick on Thursday, August 10.
Come out and cheer on your Wildcats! ⚾️🐾
Our second spotlight of the day is Brett Williams. Brett is taking over the Packsaddle suburban route this year. She will transport students to and from school each morning & afternoon and substitute teach when needed as well.
Brett grew up in Bridge Creek, OK, graduating high school from there in 2004. She went on to MACU on a basketball scholarship, and then transferred to NWOSU and graduated with an Agricultural Business degree with a minor in Animal Science.
Brett married 2003 Arnett graduate, Clint Williams, in 2006, and they moved to the family farm in 2007 where they are raising their 3 boys: Sabe, Ryder, and Tyke. Brett is looking forward to spending time with her route kids & all Arnett students and learning more about them.
Today's new staff spotlight begins with Chris Johnston. Chris is the new Ag teacher at Arnett Schools. This is his 8th year in the Ag-Ed classroom. Chris attended high school in Fort Supply, Oklahoma, and graduated college from OPSU. Chris and his wife, Torrie, have three children: Tinsley, Kreason, and Kutter. Chris enjoys spending time together as a family in the barn or at stock shows. Chris & Torrie own and operate a showpig operation that has about 25 head of sows. One of the things that Chris most enjoys about working with kids is seeing them reach the goal that they have set for themselves and watching them achieve at a high level.
Our next introduction is Kelsi Stevens. Kelsi is the new High School Secretary at Arnett Schools. Kelsi was born and raised in Elk City. She attended college at NWOSU where she played college golf and received a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. Kelsi then served 6 years in the Oklahoma Air National Guard before moving to Arnett. Kelsi is married to Kyle Stevens, AHS alum and the voice of A-Town TV Basketball. They have been married for almost two years and their baby boy, Miles, was born in April. Kelsi is looking forward to getting to know all the wonderful students and staff at APS!
The first day of school is right around the corner so over the next few days we are going to be introducing our new staff members at Arnett Schools.
First up is Kaleb McDonald. Kaleb was born and raised in Beaver, Oklahoma. Kaleb comes from a family of educators with his mom being a music teacher, and his older and younger brothers being educators/coaches as well. After graduating high school, Kaleb attended SWOSU where he graduated with a degree in Parks and Wildlife Law Enforcement. He then accepted a job with the Ellis County Sheriff's Department, which brought him to Arnett. He has been living in Arnett for the past six years and loves being involved with the community. The best part of moving to Northwestern Oklahoma was meeting his wife, Lynanne, who is also a teacher, and putting down roots here together. Kaleb is excited to start this new chapter in life as an educator. He will be teaching Technology Education and serving as the school’s resource officer. He is looking forward to making new friends, building relationships, and getting the opportunity to work with students to build a better future.
School is quickly approaching! Please see the attached flyer for Junior High and High School schedule pick up times. If you are unavailable at these times please contact Mrs. Kincannon at the school.
Online Enrollment Instructions
All 7th graders need to fill out the Mentoring Program Form. You will need to use your school Google account to access the form. Please try to complete the form before the first day of school. Contact Mrs. Broyles if you have any questions.
7th Grade Form: https://forms.gle/FH8SYChejDGyDdoL6
10th - 12th Graders please consider making a change for the better in our school by volunteering to be a mentor. Fill out the form below using your school account. Contact Mrs. Broyles if you have any questions.
HS Form: https://forms.gle/AHzs1mtYmAVvL3co8
Immunization clinic
***OSSAA MANDATORY DEAD PERIOD***
July 1st - July 9th
-No athletic activities are allowed at Arnett Public Schools facilities.
-Athletes cannot practice, meet, or play on Arnett Public Schools athletic facilities.
The school pool will be closed until further notice.
Parents! Testing reports will be available in the Parent Portal June 15, 2023.
Your student's State ID can be located on the Guardian Portal where you check your student's grades. You will need this number to sign up for the OSTP Parent Portal to check your student's state testing scores.
Please go to Parent Links on our school website to view the tutorial on how to set up your Parent Portal login if you are doing this for the first time.
Whitley Toy Stewart was recognized for receiving 1st Place in the Delta Kappa Gamma Essay Contest at the state level in the 7th grade division. She was awarded a certificate, $100, and had the honor of reading her essay at the OSO Conference in Oklahoma City. Congratulations, Toy!!
Attention all incoming 7-12 graders interested in cheer!
https://www.youtube.com/live/W-85UlaHfXw?feature=share
Join us for graduation! It will begin at 7. If we have streaming issues, we are also recording it and will put it up later.
Ms. Jamie Landers is Arnett's 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year!
Mrs. Meredithe Dearing is retiring after 25 years at Arnett Schools.
Both ladies were recognized today.
Articles highlighting these women will be shared in the coming days, but please enjoy this video from today's celebration.
https://vimeo.com/826348795?share=copy
