Stillwater Public Schools

This week, teachers from across the district gathered for LETRS (Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional development. This highly regarded program trains teachers in the Science of Reading, an evidence-based approach to teaching students how to read, write, and spell.The program breaks down why and how children learn to read, focusing on the essential components of reading: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.

Thank you to our teachers for putting in hard work to enhance their skills and continuing to make Stillwater a great place for children to learn and grow.

Join us in wishing Dr. Baker good luck in his new role on the Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board!

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Stillwater School Board Member Dr. Marshall Baker Steps Down Following State Appointment
Board Seeks Ward 5 Replacement

(Stillwater, Oklahoma, June 4, 2026) Following his recent appointment to the Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board, Dr. Marshall Baker has resigned from his position on the Stillwater Board of Education. Under Oklahoma state law, concurrent service on a state board and a local school board is prohibited.

Dr. Baker has a long history of service with Stillwater Public Schools. He has served on the Board of Education since 2021 and previously served from 2017 to 2018. During his tenure, he held multiple leadership roles, including Board President, Vice President, and committee leadership responsibilities. Prior to his time on the board, Dr. Baker served the district as principal of Lincoln Alternative Academy and assistant principal and principal at Stillwater Junior High School. Throughout his career, he has remained committed to expanding opportunities for students and strengthening public education in Oklahoma.

"It has been one of the greatest honors of my life to serve the students, families, staff, and community of Stillwater Public Schools," said Dr. Baker. "This community has shaped me both personally and professionally, and I am deeply grateful for the trust that voters, fellow board members, and district leaders have placed in me over the years.

Baker continued, “While stepping away from the local board is difficult, my resignation is not a departure from public education, but rather a continuation of my commitment to educational opportunity and student success. I believe I have been called to serve Oklahoma in a different capacity, and I look forward to bringing the lessons I've learned in Stillwater to statewide conversations while continuing to champion the success of Stillwater Public Schools.”

“Although my service on the board is coming to an end, my connection to Stillwater Public Schools is not,” he said. “As a parent, community member, and advocate for public education, I will continue finding new ways to support and serve our students, educators, and schools in the years ahead."

Following acceptance of Dr. Baker’s resignation at a special meeting on June 4, the board officially opened the application process to fill the vacancy.

Applications will be available online at stillwaterschools.com/board beginning at 9am on Friday, June 5 and will be accepted until 4pm on June 25. The board plans to swear in their appointee at the regular July 14 meeting. To be eligible, applicants must reside within Ward 5. A map and detailed boundary description of the district wards can be found on the board’s webpage.

Because the position was vacated during the first half of its current term, the chosen appointee will serve until a special election is held in 2027.

"I want to thank Dr. Baker for his dedicated service to the Stillwater Board of Education," said Superintendent Tyler Bridges. "The countless hours he has invested in our students, staff, and community have left a lasting positive impact, and we wish him the best in his new state-level role."

For questions regarding the application process, please contact Board Clerk Tawni Hooten at 405.533.6300.

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Congratulations to the 11 Stillwater High School students that attended Oklahoma Boys State and Girls State in May. Thank you to the Stillwater Hanner-Sharp American Legion Post 129 and their Women’s Auxiliary for sponsoring these students.

Oklahoma Boys State
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Nash Frazier
Dawson Hazzard
Jaxtyn Loleit
Jesse McKee
Louis Perkins
Brooks Seefeldt
Kyle Stokes
Wiley Wilson

Oklahoma Girls State
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Kinsley Bridges
Matilda Finch
Paisley Redding

Once upon a time... there lived two Book Bus Librarians and a driver, who traveled the kingdom bringing magical stories to the children of Stillwater.

Catch the Book Bus at a location near you every Monday-Thursday until July 26. With a weekly theme, a mystery book to guess, loads of prizes, and more than 1,000 new books, the Book Bus has something for kids of every age, so come on out and see what sort of magic you can discover!

Today, the Oklahoma Student Transfer Application for the 2026-2027 school year opened at oklahoma.gov/education/services/school-choice/student-transfers.html

Home of the state's top 3 elementary schools* and the nation's top FFA, SPS offers the opportunities of a high-performing 6A district while maintaining the warmth and care of a close-knit community. Whether your child is interested in advanced academics, refined arts, competitive athletics, STEM, technical education, or a combination of these, they will find their path here.

We have space available at all grade levels, though specific PreK-5th grade availability varies by elementary site. Virtual learning options, with full access to in person electives and extracurriculars, are also available for grades 7-12.

Come Pioneer with us!

Already live in the district? Just enroll at stillwaterschool.com/enroll

*as determined by the Oklahoma School Report Card rankings

Summer Meals are here! Keep young bodies and minds fueled for success this summer. Children 18 and under eat for free regardless of enrollment status. And if you live outside Stillwater, but your community does not have a summer meals program, please stop by any of our listed summer meal sites.

And a HUGE thank you to our Nutrition staff for all they do to feed kids!

Congratulations to SHS Performing Arts on an amazing performance at the Discovery Awards. Nominated in 11 categories, they brought home 6 awards for their production of Shrek! There's no denying SPS is an amazing place for students to thrive in the performing arts!

Congratulations on your awards, Pioneers!

Best Live Orchestra
Best Student Costuming
Best Student Lighting Design - Ella Edwards
Best Supporting Actor - Richie Gonzalez
Best Actress - Sophie Raines
Best Production

Come on out to Unmuted - Amplify Life, not Risks at Block 34 5-7pm tonight(5.29)! Inflatables, food trucks, a concert, activities, prizes, and more!

Don't miss your chance to have a piece of history! Commemorative bricks for Stillwater High School/ C.E. Donart are available to purchase. All proceeds go to support SPEF and Pioneer Athletics. Visit SPEF's website to learn more and to purchase. Limited quantities available.
https://spef.stillwaterschools.com/2026/05/22/purchase-a-piece-of-the-old-high-school/

SPS Summer Office Hours begin next week. Please be aware Stillwater High School office staff will be working out of Will Rogers Elementary at 1211 N Washington until the new SHS is ready for them to move in there.