Back to School Update

QPS Back to School Update
With the first day of school approaching, there are a few important dates and reminders I would like to share with the Wildcat family:
Building Offices Open on Monday, August 4.
New Student Enrollment will begin on Tuesday, August 5.
Teachers and Staff will return on Monday, August 18. Offices will be closed for meetings during the day.
PreK-Grade 12 Back to School Open House: Tuesday, August 19, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. More information will be coming soon about this event.
Title 1 Parent Meetings will take place on Tuesday, August 19, from 5:00-5:30 p.m. at the Elementary School Library and the MS Library.
First Day of School: Thursday, August 21.
MS and HS Softball begins play on Monday, August 11, at Afton.
The Quapaw HS Softball Festival will be held August 14-16.
The HS Football Team will host a scrimmage with Chelsea on Friday, August 22. Action begins at 6:00 p.m.

School Supplies
There are several Back-to-School events coming up in August. If you need some items, this is an excellent way to receive free supplies. Please watch the school Facebook page for more information or the school website under qpswildcats.com - Wildcat News.

Immunizations
Requirements are listed on the Oklahoma State Department of Health’ website and at qpswildcats.com

Food Service
We will continue to offer each student free breakfast and lunch this coming school year.

Athletic Ticket Prices
No increase in ticket prices for the 2025-26 school year.
High School/Middle School Events
Adults: $5
Students: $5
Family passes go on sale at the HS Office beginning August 4.

Transportation
As we begin school, please watch for school buses and students walking around the school area. When picking up students at the MS and HS after school, please do not block the area between the schools from 3:15-3:30 p.m. This is for bus loading only. Please pick up students after buses depart at 3:30 p.m. or park across the street in the student parking lot. Thank you for helping us keep our students and staff safe.

Start of School Schedule (August 2025)
• August 4: Offices Open/Principals Report
• August 5-8: New Student Enrollment
• August 5: Baxter Springs Soda Fountain Back to School Fair (8:00-2:00)
• August 9: Back to School Bash
• August 11: Football Practice Begins
• August 11: Softball Season Begins
• August 12: JOM Meeting: 5:00 p.m.
• August 14: BOE Meeting
• August 14-16: Quapaw Softball Festival
• August 19: Back to School Night: 5:00-7:00
• August 21: First Day of School
• August 22: HS Football Scrimmage home Chelsea: 6:00 p.m.
• August 27: Bus Evacuation Drills
• August 27: School Safety Meeting: 10:00 a.m.

As always, we are here to help your family with any concerns or questions you have. The success of our students – including your child – is our focus and mission. We appreciate your support and involvement.
Daily updates can be found on the district Facebook page, district app, and at the district website qpswildcats.com.
Here’s to a great 2025-26 school year!

Sincerely,
David Carriger
Superintendent
Quapaw Public Schools