September 2025 Cleveland School Board Update

The Cleveland Board of Education held its September meeting with a full agenda of approvals, updates, and exciting announcements for our schools and community. Honoring Service – Mr. Richard ForbesThis month, we recognized the retirement of longtime board member Mr. Richard Forbes (Ward 5). Mr. Forbes has faithfully served the Cleveland School Board for 20…

For the Land: A Mural That Tells Our Story

FOR THE LAND With new grass and new bleachers in place, we wanted to breathe even more life into this part of our campus. Our attention turned to the locker room wall—a focal point of our stadium. We wanted this stadium to represent more than football, soccer, band, or cheer. It should be a reflection…

Tiger Vision 2025 Bond Update

Tiger Vision 2025 Bond Update – Summer Progress & What’s Ahead Thanks to the continued support of our Cleveland community, we’re making steady strides toward the vision you helped us set in motion with the Tiger Vision 2025 Bond. While some projects are still in the planning phase, this summer has already brought big improvements…

Cleveland Public Schools – August 2025 Board Meeting Recap

The Cleveland Board of Education met in August to prepare for the start of the school year, covering routine approvals, expanding learning opportunities for students, and taking important steps toward major facility upgrades. Routine Approvals to Start the YearThe meeting began with the consent agenda — a group of routine items that keep the district…

Update on Possible Changes to Oklahoma State Testing

Dear CPS Parents and Guardians, Many of you have seen or received the recent announcement from State Superintendent Ryan Walters regarding the potential shift away from traditional statewide end-of-year testing in grades 3–8 Math and English Language Arts, beginning in the 2025–2026 school year. Under this proposal, districts could use an “approved benchmark assessment” in…

JULY BOARD MEETING RECAP: Planning Ahead for a Strong Start to the School Year

As summer continues, our school district is working behind the scenes to ensure we’re ready for a successful school year. At the July board meeting, our Board of Education approved a number of important items ranging from annual memberships and contracts to student opportunities and long-term planning. Here are a few highlights and explanations from…

A Message to Our Families: Transparency, Accountability, and Putting Kids First

Recently, you may have received a statewide email from the Oklahoma State Department of Education regarding school meal funding and administrative spending. We understand that this message raised some important concerns for families, and we want to provide clarity on how our local district operates. At Cleveland Public Schools, we wholeheartedly agree that students deserve…

Another Big Win for STEM at Cleveland Schools!

If you want STEM, Cleveland is the choice for your kids. Cleveland Public Schools is proud to announce the award of another major STEM grant—this time totaling nearly $115,000—to expand and enhance hands-on learning opportunities for both our middle school and high school students. From drones and rockets to professional-grade printing and laser engraving, this…

Help us Prepare for a Great Year – Complete These Back to School Surveys

As we gear up for another great school year, we want to make sure everything is in place for a smooth and successful start for your family. Each year, we ask parents and guardians to complete a few important surveys that help us meet state and federal requirements and help us plan our bus routes…

Bruh. Be Nice & Other Big Things Coming to Cleveland Schools

Bruh. BE NICE! Campaign — Building a Culture of Kindness Cleveland Schools is committed to creating a culture of kindness, respect, and support for our students and families. This year, we’re expanding that effort with the “Bruh. BE NICE.” campaign — an initiative focused on teaching empathy, kindness, and positive conflict resolution. New this year,…