Tahlequah Public Schools has strong academics, highly competitive athletic teams, and award-winning arts and music programs. The programs and services that Tahlequah Public Schools offers to our students is above and beyond what other districts provide. The level of community involvement and support is exceptional in Tahlequah, and we are honored to have so many valued business partnerships.
We kicked off the new school year partnering with the Tahlequah Area Chamber of Commerce and celebrated our staff with breakfast, coffee, activities, and gifts sponsored by our local businesses. The Tahlequah School Foundation also provided everyone’s lunch and recognized our district and site teachers of the year with a plaque and money. Tahlequah Public School district teacher of the year is Mrs. Ginger Allen. The following are site teachers of the year:
Monica Spears- Sequoyah Elementary
Heather Zimmer- Cherokee Elementary
Ginger Allen- Greenwood Elementary
Natasha McIntosh- Heritage Elementary
Trico Blue- Middle School
Anthony Amason - High School
The overwhelming feeling of being appreciated was evident as staff was honored by our community stakeholders. We intend to build on our positive culture to ensure the continued success of our students, schools, and community.
TPS has worked hard to create excellent teams at each site, hiring forty new teachers and twenty support staff. We are excited they chose to come to Tahlequah Public Schools to make a positive difference in the lives of students. The district provided all staff with updated safety training, as well as other training in TPS policy, expectations, effective teaching strategies, and technology. We also provide new teachers with mentor teachers to give them the support that they need to be successful throughout the year.
I am looking forward to another awesome school year and I am accessible to all stakeholders that may have any questions. I encourage and welcome any questions; comments or concerns you have about our schools. You can contact me by phone at 918.458.4100 or by email at mashburnd@tahlequahschools.org
Written by DeAnn Mashburn/Assistant Superintendent