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Friend Community Update
Friend Community, As many of you know, the district passed a facility improvement bond several years ago. The bond included renovating the office area around the gym with the idea that school . . .
Free Math Tutoring for 7th-9th Grade Students
Friend Schools is thankful for the opportunity to partner with the State Dept of Education to provide free math tutoring for our 7th and 8th graders." The tutoring is free but it is offered state-wide and participation is . . .
School Drop off and Pick up Maps
We are excited for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year! DROP OFF: Families traveling from the North or East will drop off at the auditorium. Families traveling from the South or West will drop off at the gym. . . .
Back to School 2022-2023
It's almost time to start back to school. The first day of school is Thursday, August 11th Drop-off and breakfast will begin at 7:40 am and end at 8:00 am. Classes begin at 8:05 am Pick-up is at 3:05 pm
Summer Reading Challenge
Friend School is having a Summer Reading Challenge! How many words can you read this summer? Students are encouraged to read and take AR tests this summer at home. There will be a prize for a student ta . . .
Title IX Policy
Title IX Title IX Policies and Forms Nondiscrimination Policy Student Sexual Harassment Policy Written Notice Definitions, Reporting, and Investigation of Sexual Harassment . . .
NEW! 2022-2023 Calendar
Here is our 2022-2023 Academic Calendar Printable Calendar <----- CLICK HERE Important Dates: First Day of School: August 11th 1st Nine-Weeks: Dates: . . .
Track Schedule 2022
2022 Track Schedule 5th & 6th Grade March 11th - Maysville March 30 - Velma Alma 5,6 April 6th - Wynnewood 5,6 April 14th - Regionals April 22nd - STATE 7th & 8th Grade March 26 - Pauls . . .
Bond Election
Friend Public School Bond Election Facts Election Date: February 8, 2022 Polling Places: Regular Voting Places Polls Open: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM The Need: To vote on (2) separate . . .
Family Letter and Quarantine Updates
January 10, 2022 Dear Falcon Families, Thank you for your support and extra efforts in working with us to try and keep our school open. The health and safety of our students, staff, families, and community continue to be a priority for . . .
Student Transfers
Friend School Student Transfer Welcome Letter Thank you for visiting our website to learn more about our student transfer policy. We appreciate your interest in Friend School. The . . .
Red Ribbon Week 2021
Friend Falcon Red Ribbon Week 2021 Be a Hero! My Best Me! Monday 10/25 Tuesday 10/26 Wednesday 10/27 . . .
ESSER III Use of Funds Plan
Friend Public School ESSER III Use of Funds Plan The Federal Programs Advisory has met to discuss the ESSER III funding, the Safe Return Plan, and the “Use of Funds'' . . .
Back to School 2021-2022
Welcome Back to School Falcons! Just a few reminders as school begins: Masks are not required but are highly recommended. Students may be dropped off at school between 7:45 AM and . . .
Pick-up and Drop-off Procedures
FRIEND SCHOOL 2021-2022 Procedures for Drop Off, Breakfast, & Pick Up Drop Off Begins at 7:45 and Pick Up at 3:05 Grade . . .
Safe Return Plan
Dear Falcon Families, The pride, tradition, and teamwork existing at Friend throughout the years has helped guide us in navigating through the past several years and has made Friend the school it is today. The 2022-2023 . . .
2022-2023 Enrollment
Friend School 2022-2023 Enrollment July 6th through 8th 8:30am to 3:30pm Please bring proof of residence. New students also need to bring birth certificates and shot records. 7th . . .
NEW! 2021-2022 School Calendar
Friend School 2021-2022 Academic Calendar Our calendar is ready for the next school year. Please click below to view or print. Printable Calendar
Return to Learn Update
Falcon Families, We are very grateful for your support and patience as we have all worked together to put safeguards in place to protect our students with our Return to Learn Plan. This Plan has been a work in progress throughout . . .
A note from our Superintendent on State Testing
April 10, 2021 Dear Falcon Families, Oklahoma State Testing will begin for our students at Friend School next week. Our virtual students have tested this past week. We need your help, please! It is important . . .
Make-up Snow Days
Make-up Snow Days School will be in session the following days: -March 26th -April 9th -April 16th -April 23rd
Falcon Baseball 2022
Go Falcons!
Our 2022 Falcon Baseball Season has begun! Below you will find a schedule. Come support our Falcons! Coach: Jon Bawden Assistant Coach: Bruce McGrew
PARENT ENGAGEMENT
Friend Public Schools Home of the Falcons FRIEND BOARD OF EDUCATION POLICY EHBDE TITLE I PARENT ENGAGEMENT The Friend Board of . . .
Thank you, Friend School Board
January was School Board Appreciation Month. Friend School recognized Board Members Neely Alexander (pictured on the left), Caleb McClung (center), and Jason Baker (pictured to the right) at the January 26th Meeting. We are so . . .
Positive Case COVID-19
October 20, 2020 Dear Falcon Family: Today, we received notification that an upper building Friend student has tested positive for COVID-19. While we must protect the privacy of the person involved, we believe it is best . . .
COVID-19 Update
September 29, 2020 Dear Falcon Family: Today, we received notification that an upper building Friend student has tested positive for COVID-19. While we must protect the privacy of the person involved, we believe it is best to . . .
Positive Case COVID-19
Positive Case COVID-19 September 21, 2020 Dear Falcon Family: Today, we received notification that an upper building Friend student has tested positive for COVID-19. While we must protect the privacy of the person involved, . . .
OSSBA COVID-19 Map and Resources
This Week: RED This map was created by OSSBA using the guidelines set forth in state Education Department’s safety protocols guidance and the county-level case data as reported by the . . .
Positive Case COVID-19
September 10, 2020 Dear Falcon Family: Today, we received notification that an upper building Friend student has tested positive for COVID-19. While we must protect the privacy of the person involved, we believe it is best to . . .
Letter Concerning COVID-19
September 9, 2020 Dear Falcon Family: Today, we received notification that a Friend student has tested positive for COVID-19. While we must protect the privacy of the person involved, we believe it is best to communicate . . .
Updated Reopening Plan for Friend School
FRIEND SCHOOL RETURN TO LEARN PLAN UPDATED REOPENING TRADITIONAL OPTION 2020 - 2021 . . .
Return to Learn
FRIEND SCHOOL RETURN TO LEARN PLAN REOPENING TRADITIONAL OPTION 2020 - 2021 Printable . . .
2020-2021 School Supply Lists
Printable List Friend Public School 2020-2021 School Supply Lists *Please label all supplies unless stated differently below.* *Students K-8th Need PE shoes to wear on the gym floor. * . . .
Free & Reduced Meal Forms
Please fill out with enrollment forms
Please fill out the forms below with your enrollment forms. Free & Reduced Meal Form
Family Update 7-14-20
July 14, 2020 Dear Falcon Family, Our faculty and staff are continuing to plan for the upcoming school year. We are looking forward to returning to school on August 13, 2020. A traditional calendar for next . . .
Friend School Update 4-27-2020
April 27, 2020 Dear Falcon Families, Over the past weeks our students, families, and staff have worked together as we have faced a new and unexpected experience. I want to thank you for your support and assistance with . . .
Updated FAQ's 4-9-2020
Questions Regarding Friend School Closure Updated April 9, 2020 Is Friend going to be closed for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year? The Oklahoma State Board of Education met on March 25, . . .
A Letter to Our Falcon Family
From Mrs. Schmidt
April 2, 2020 Dear Falcon Families, The faculty and staff at Friend School are looking forward to reconnecting with you on Monday, April 6th to begin distance learning. Teachers have been . . .
Updated FAQ's on School Closure
3-26-20
Questions Regarding Friend School Closure Updated March 26, 2020 Is Friend going to be closed for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year? The Oklahoma State Board of Education met on March 25, . . .
Distance Learning Resources
websites and passwords
Distance Learning Resources Here is a list of distance learning resources all in one place. We have included the websites we believe that will be used the most and those that we think will be to most helpful. Please let us know if . . .
Continuous Learning Proposal
March 24, 2020 Dear Falcon Families, State Superintendent Joy Hofmeister announced yesterday that she will be proposing a Continuous Learning Plan to the Oklahoma State . . .
Grab and Go Meals
Good news! Friend School has been approved to continue food service during the school closure. We will start a Grab and Go service for students 18 and under on Monday, March 23rd between 9:30 and 10:30 . . .
School Closure Questions
Questions Regarding Friend School Closure through April 5, 2020 When schools close, there are usually many questions that arise. We are in an unprecedented situation, and it continues to evolve by the hour. We know . . .
School Closed
State mandated school closure
This afternoon, the Oklahoma State Board of Education voted unanimously to enact a mandatory, statewide closure of all public schools until April 6th. The current plan is for students to return to Friend School on the 6th. We will . . .
School Board Meeting Canceled 2-18-2020
Canceled meeting
The School Board Meeting on Tuesday, February 18th has been canceled due to lack of quorum.
Snow Day!
Snow Day No School Thursday, February 6th Stay safe and warm Falcons!
❤ Hello, February! ❤
Love One Another
February 2020 10 th - Parent Teacher Conferences 3:30PM – 6:30PM 11 th - Parent Teacher . . .
January 2020
Welcome to 2020
January 2020 6th- Professional Day 7th- Students return to school 20th- MLK Day and No School
December 2019
December 2019 2nd- 6th : 7 th & 8 th Grade Tournament 5 th : Santa . . .
November 2019
November 2019 1st- Pictures due for the Veterans Day Program 11th- Veterans Day Program at 8:30am 13th- Class Picture Day 18th- School Thanksgiving Day Lunch 25th-29th- Thanksgiving Break . . .
Veterans Day Program
Veterans Day 2019 Friend School will be recognizing our Veterans on Monday, November 11 th at 8:30AM in the auditorium. Please join us as we salute our Veterans. . . .
Hello October
Hello October 2019 3 rd - Fall Carnival 6PM-8PM 7 th - The 8 th Grade . . .
September 2019
September 2019 2 nd - No School Labor Day 12 th - . . .
Open House & Parent University
Students and Families, Please join us on August 12th from 5:30PM to 7:30PM for Friend School's 2019-2020 Open House and Parent University. Students may meet their teachers, see their classrooms, and bring school supplies. Parents . . .
May 2019
May 2019 May 2- 8th Grade Trip and Lock In - The Library Closes at 3:00PM ALL Books are due! . . .
Mark Your Calendars!
APRIL 2019: April 23 – School Board Meeting at 6:30 PM April 24 - 6th - 8th Grade Career Fair 8:15-10:30 April 25 - 5th Grade Field Trip . . .
Friend School earned an A!
Friend Families, Staff and Community, The Oklahoma State Department of Education released the new Oklahoma School Report Cards. In addition to receiving information on academic measures, the report cards now include . . .
Friend School Names the 2018-2019 Teacher of the Year and Support Person of the Year
Friend School Names the 2018-2019 Teacher of the Year and Support Person of the Year Friend School is proud to announce the 2018-2019 Teacher of the Year, Susan Coble. Ms. Coble has taught at . . .
March 2019
March 2019 8th: End of the 3rd 9-weeks 11th: Beginning of the 4th 9-weeks 12th: 3rd and 4th Grade Festival and Friend Fire Department Dinner 13th: Report Cards Go Home 15th: Make-up . . .
February 2019
February 2019 11 th - Parent Teacher Conferences 3:30-6:30PM 12 th - Parent Teacher Conferences 3:30-6:30PM . . .
Red Ribbon Week
'Life is Your Journey - Travel Drug Free' We will celebrate red ribbon week October 23rd through October 31st. Monday 29th- Take Pride in Being Kind and Drug Free” – . . .
Hello Fall, Hello October
Hello October October 11th- Fall Carnival 6PM-8PM October 23rd-31st- Red Ribbon Week October 15th and 16th- Parent Teacher Conferences from 3:15-6:30PM October 16th- State Cross Country Meet 5th-8th Grade . . .
School Supply Lists
Back to School Below you will find printable school supply lists for the 2018-2019 School Year! Printable School Supply Lists
Bonus Box Tops
BOX TOPS BONUS APP Earn even more cash to help your school get what it needs through the Box Tops for Education® Bonus App. Turn your everyday receipts into cash for your school. It’s free and as easy as . . .
Welcome 2018
January 2018 1st- No School 2nd- Back to School 12th- End of the 2nd NIne-weeks 15th- No school MLK DAY 17th- Report Cards Go Home 30th- Homecoming
What Families Need to Know About New Test Results
What Families Need to Know About the New Test Results The Oklahoma State Department of Education has prepared a toolkit to help educators and families understand upcoming state test results and how they . . .
2017 5th and 6th Grade Basketball Festival
GIRLS Friend 5 th and 6 th Grade Basketball Festival Monday, October 30 th Festival Rules: . . .
Sports Physicals
Five Oaks will be having FREE physicals! August 4th and August 18th starting at 8:00am You will need the form below. You can print it or stop by the school office to pick one up. OSSAA Physical Form
2021-2022 Enrollment Forms
2021-2022 Friend School Enrollment Forms Enrollment for the 2021-2022 School Year will be July 5th through July 9th 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. If you would like to print them off to make enrollment go faster you may . . .
May 2017
May 2017 1st- 7th /8th State Track Meet 2nd- 5th/6th Track Meet in Alex 4th- 8th Grade Class Trip and Lock-in 5th- NO SCHOOL Spring Dance 6Pm to 8PM 9th . . .
April 2017
April 2017 April 6 th - April 20 th - STATE TESTING April 13 th - PK-3rd Grade Easter Parties 2nd Grade Field Trip April 14 th - NO SCHOOL ~ . . .
March 2017
March 2017 2nd- Culture Night and Science Fair 6PM to 7PM Indian Taco Dinner 5PM to 8PM 6th and 7th- 3rd and 4th Grade Tournament 7th- Fire Fighter Fundraiser Dinner 10th- . . .
Pre-K Enrollment 2020
Friend School will have enrollment for the 2020-2021 Pre-K program from Wednesday, June 3rd through Friday, June 5th by appointment only. Please call 405-224-3822 to schedule an appointment. Enrollment will be held in the office. . . .
Lady Falcons Win State
7th and 8th Grade Lady Falcons Win State! Friend won the finally game against Darlington, 27 to 36! We are proud of you, Falcons! Flying High with Falcon Pride!
December 2016
1st - Santa Pictures Washington D.C. Fundraiser Dinner 6th- 8th Grade Career Day at the Technology Center 8th -Christmas Program Pre K-4th 9th – Washington D.C. . . .
Santa Pictures
Santa Pictures are December 1st! Make sure to send your order forms to school!
Fall Break 2016
Friend School's 2016 Fall Break will be October 20th and 21st. Enjoy the break and time with your family! Stay Safe!
October 2016
October 2016 October 1st- State Softball Tournament October 14th -End of the First NIne Weeks October 13th- 2nd NIne Weeks Begins Fall . . .
May Calendar Changes
Please update your calendar
UPDATED: 5-3-2016 Calendar Changes for May: 4 4th-8th Tobacco free program 5 4th/5th Grade Field trip 6 Spring Dance 6PM to 8PM 6 Snow Day- NO SCHOOL 10 Science/Cultural Night 6PM to 7PM 11 Library . . .
Drive 4 UR SCHOOL!
Join us Saturday, April 16th from 9am to 4pm at Charles Allen Ford! Please invite your families and friends and friends of friends to come out this day for a "NO STRINGS ATTACHED" test drive of a Ford vehicle . . .
Friend Zone! Enroll NOW!
Friend School offers an afterschool program .The Friend ZONE offers homework time, snacks, recreation, exercise, and special guests for students in PRE-K through the 8th Grade. The cost is $10 a day per student. The Friend ZONE is open from . . .
Dress Code Update
* This change was made in January of 2014* Dear Students and Parents, Due to the popularity of tights, leggings, yoga pants, and similar fitted pants a dress code change is needed. The change is as follows: . . .
Online Resources for Home
Helpful Links
Online Resources for Home Below you will find the different online resources you can use at home. The username and password for each program should be that same. Your child will use the same username and password they use at school. . . .
State Testing Information
State Testing Information At Friend School, students will be tested in grades 3 rd through 8 th. Below you will find what is tested at each grade level and a 2020-2021 OSTP Parent, Student, and Teacher . . .
One Call Now
One Call If you do not receive the One Call notices or you have changed your phone number, please call the school so we can input you in the system or update your information.
CHILD FIND NOTICE
CHILD FIND NOTICE FRIEND PUBLIC SCHOOL Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and other federal laws, public school districts must make a free appropriate public education available to eligible . . .
Box tops for Education
We are encourage everyone shopping at Homeland to use their ONE card and direct " Dollars for Schools " to Friend School - our code number is 61085. Everyone may be doing this already, but just in case we have new . . .
Sign Up NOW for the News Update
Did you know there is a way to make sure you’re always in the know when it comes to special announcements, schedule changes, and school closings at Friend Public Schools? How? Sign up to receive Friend News Updates. . . .
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