Southwest Elementary

As many of you know, Superintendent Tyler Bridges has recently accepted a position with Stillwater Public Schools and will be transitioning at the end of this school year. While we are sad to see him go, we are incredibly grateful for his leadership and the impact he has made during his time with CPS. Mr. Bridges has led with vision, heart, and an unwavering commitment to students and staff. We wish him the very best as he begins this new chapter. Selecting the next superintendent is one of the most important responsibilities we have as a Board of Education. To help guide this process, we have partnered with the Oklahoma State School Boards Association (OSSBA). With their expertise and support, we are confident we will find a strong leader to carry on the momentum and progress our district has built. As we begin the search, we want to hear from you. Parents, students, staff, and community members are invited to share their thoughts through a brief online survey. Your feedback on the qualities, experience, and leadership style you value in a superintendent will help us find the right fit for our CPS family. The survey will be available on our district website —https://www.cpsreds.org/page/superintendentsearch — beginning Monday, April 28, and will remain open through Friday, May 9. OSSBA brings a wealth of experience in helping districts across Oklahoma find strong, effective leadership. Their highly experienced search team will handle the behind-the-scenes work of the superintendent search — from advertising the position and recruiting candidates to managing applications and logistics. This allows our Board to focus on the most important parts of the process: setting the criteria, interviewing the most qualified candidates, and selecting the next superintendent to lead Clinton Public Schools. Throughout this process, we remain focused on what’s best for our students, staff, and community. Thank you for your continued support of Clinton Public Schools. We look forward to hearing your input as we plan for the future. Sincerely, Members of the Clinton Board of Education Kim Meacham, President Susanna Williams, Vice-President CaraLea Kreizenbeck, Clerk John Coleman, Member David Mosburg, Member

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🎉 Today’s all about the ROCK STARS who keep Clinton Public Schools running strong. 🌪️ They’re the first to show up, the ones answering every call, solving problems on the fly, and keeping everything moving with a calm confidence that makes it look easy. Thank you for being such an essential part of what makes Clinton Public Schools so special. We appreciate you more than words can say! 💛 Take a moment to show some love to our amazing administrative professionals today! 👏 #AdminProfessionalsDay #ThankYou #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

Big shoutout to the wheelie awesome folks who get our Red Tornadoes to school and activities safely every single day! From early mornings to late routes, you keep things rolling with a smile. 🚌🌪️ Thank you for your dedication, patience, and care that you bring each day! 💛 #cpsreds #BuildingChampions #BusDriverAppreciation

📢 Don't forget tonight's meeting! 📅 Wednesday, April 16 🕕 6:00pm 📍 Clinton Board of Education Office, 1720 Opal Ave. #IndianEducation #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

It’s with mixed emotions that we announce Superintendent Tyler Bridges accepted the role of Superintendent at Stillwater Public Schools earlier today and will officially step into his new role July 1. While we will truly miss his leadership, we are incredibly thankful for his dedication to our students, staff, and the Clinton community. 👏 From guiding CPS through exciting capital improvement projects to consistently advocating for excellence in education, Mr. Bridges has left a lasting mark on Clinton Public Schools. We wish him and his family all the best in their next chapter and know that he will continue to lead with vision, strength, and a heart for students. 💛 As we look ahead, we’re excited to begin the search for a new superintendent who will continue to build on our momentum and take Clinton Public Schools to the next level. 🌪️ #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

📣 Reminder—Red Tornado Family! There will be NO SCHOOL on Friday, April 18. Enjoy the long weekend! 🌼 #NoSchool #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

A meeting of the Indian Education Parent Advisory Committee has been scheduled for Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 6:00pm at the Board of Education Office located at 1720 Opal Avenue. Everyone is welcome! #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

📣 Pre-K & New Kindergarten Enrollment Reminder! 📣 If you weren’t able to make it to the Board of Education during the scheduled enrollment days—no worries! You can still get your Pre-K or new Kindergarten student enrolled using the form below: 🔗 https://bit.ly/PreKPreEnrollment Once you complete the form, don’t forget to bring the following documents to Nance: ✅ Birth Certificate ✅ Shot Record ✅ Proof of Clinton Residence We can’t wait to welcome your little one to the #cpsreds family! 💛🌪️ #PreK #PreKEnrollment #BuildingChampions

📚 HERE’S YOUR SIGN… to become a teacher at Clinton Public Schools! 🍎 Passionate about education? Ready to inspire, lead, and make an impact? We’re hiring dynamic educators to join our CPS family! Come teach with us. ❤️ Apply now and help us keep #BuildingChampions every single day! 🌪️ 👉 www.cpsreds.org/jobs #cpsreds #WeAreHiring #JoinOurTeam #ClintonOK #TeachingJobs #Education #Hiring #TeacherJobs

📚 Check this out... literally! 📚 Today is National School Librarian Day, and we’re overdue on saying THANK YOU to our amazing CPS librarians! 🤩 They help students find the right book (even when all they remember is "it’s blue"), keep the peace with a single well-timed shush, and know exactly where to find the answers to life’s toughest questions—like how to cite a source correctly! Let’s give them all the bookmarks and appreciation they deserve! Drop a 👏 or 📖 in the comments to show Mrs. Manhart, Mrs. Ray, and Mrs. Stephens some love! #SchoolLibrary #SchoolLibrarianDay #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

🌟 Happy Paraprofessional Day to our incredible support staff! 🌟 Our paraprofessionals are the heart of our classrooms, providing patience, dedication, and unwavering support to our students and teachers every day. Your impact does not go unnoticed, and we are beyond grateful for everything you do! 💛 Take a moment today to thank a para who has made a difference in your life! Drop a comment below to share your appreciation! 👏🎉 #ParaprofessionalDay #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

“Spring is the time of plans and projects.” 🌸🌱 Mr. Stapleton has been hard at work cleaning up and refreshing flower beds across at Washington Elementary School today, bringing new life to our campus just in time for spring! His dedication and effort are making a big impact, creating a welcoming and beautiful environment for our students, staff, and community. 🌼👏 Thank you for your hard work and for making Clinton Public Schools bloom! 🌿🌷 #Spring #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

Pre-K and new Kindergarten enrollment is happening again today at the CPS Board of Education Office at 1720 Opal Ave. You may enter the east side doors. Enrollment is from 8:00am until 3:00pm this afternoon, Friday March 28. 📚🌪️ Please bring your child's birth certificate, shot record, and proof of Clinton residency, like a utility bill. Your child must be 4 by September 1 to qualify for Pre-K. #SpringEnrollment #Enrollment #PreK #Kindergarten #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #nes123

Pre-K and new Kindergarten enrollment is happening NOW! 🌟 📅 Enrollment Dates: 🔹 Thursday, March 27 | 12:00pm - 7:00pm 🔹 Friday, March 28 | 8:00am - 3:00pm 📍 Location: East side of the Clinton Board of Education, 1720 Opal Ave. ✅ Bring These Required Documents: 📌 Child’s Birth Certificate 📌 Shot Record 📌 Proof of Clinton Residency (e.g., utility bill with physical address) We can’t wait to see you there! 💛🌪️ #SpringEnrollment #PreK #Kindergarten #BuildingChampions #cpsreds #nes123

Clinton Public Schools is accepting referrals for the Gifted & Talented program! 🌪️ ✅ Who can refer? Parents, teachers, and other stakeholders in a student’s life. ✅ Already in GT? No need to refer again! ✅ Deadline: April 9 📩 To refer a student or learn more, contact Nancy Murray: 📞 (580) 323-1290 EXT. 2003 📧 nancy.murray@clintonokschools.org Help us unlock the potential of our gifted students! 🚀 #GiftedAndTalented #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

🚧 Exciting progress at the new Clinton Middle School! 🔨 Sheetrock is almost done, taping and texturing are underway, and soon, a fresh coat of paint will bring the spaces to life! 🎨🏫 Every step brings us closer to an incredible learning environment for our students. Stay tuned for more updates!🏗️🔨 #Community #CapitalImprovementProjects #cpsreds #cmsok

📢 Welcome Back Red Tornadoes! 🎉 We hope your Spring Break was full of fun and relaxation! Now it’s time to spring forward and finish the school year strong. 🌼🌞 The final stretch is here—let’s make it the best yet! 🌷🚀 #SpringBack #FinalStretch #BackToSchool #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

Clinton Public Schools will be on Spring Break from March 17-21! 🌸🌼 📢 Free Lunch Available 📢 Children under 18 can enjoy a free lunch Monday-Wednesday from 11:30am-1:00pm at Southwest Elementary. 🍔🥕🍇 Have a great break! 🎉 #SpringBreak #FeedingChampions #FreeLunch #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

Today is the last day to order elementary yearbooks. The cost is $35. You can pay in any elementary school office or order online! https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/clintonelementariesyearbook #ClintonElementary #Yearbook #BuildingChampions #cpsreds

🌸✨ Spring Break is almost here! ✨🌸 Just a reminder that Clinton Public Schools will be on Spring Break next week, March 17-21! 🎉 There will be no school during this time, so enjoy the break, relax, and make some great memories with family and friends! Free lunch will be served Monday-Wednesday from 11:30am-1:00pm at Southwest Elementary for all CPS students under the age of 18. 🍕🥕🍇 We’ll see everyone back recharged and ready on Monday, March 24! 🏫💪 #SpringBreak #FeedingChampions #FreeLunch #BuildingChampions #cpsreds