Norman PTA Council

10/08/2026

Your opportunity to vote is right around the corner, make sure you are registered!

Remind your friends and family! The voter registration deadline for the Nov. 3 General Election is this Friday - Oct. 9.

There are three ways to register:
💻Online
🧑‍🦱In Person
📬By Mail (Applications must be postmarked on or before Oct. 9.)

Learn more: https://oklahoma.gov/elections/voter-registration/register-to-vote.html

09/25/2026

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08/02/2026

Congratulations Adams PTA Norman! Great job on becoming a National PTA School of Excellence!

We are thrilled to celebrate with Adams PTA Norman, Tulsa Memorial High School - PTA, and Wilson Arts Integration School PTA (OKC) for being designated as National PTA Schools of Excellence for 2025-2027!

This recognition honors schools and PTAs that have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to building strong family-school partnerships to support every child's success. Many thanks to the dedicated volunteers and educators who made this achievement possible.

Learn more about the National PTA School of Excellence Program at PTA.org/Excellence

07/18/2026

Hey, Norman Public Schools employees! Check this out!

Calling any and all public school employees!!

Rep. Michelle McCane & I are hosting listening sessions for y’all in the next few months, and they’re themed!

Here’s the deets:

Those who register will be notified via email if they are selected to participate. Those selected will receive a link to a Microsoft Teams Meeting where the session is held (I’ll add this link in the comments).

Our listening sessions will be divided into two parts. The first half of the sesh will go over any included questions & allow participants the opportunity to respond to as few or as many as they choose. The second half of the session will be more conversational, allowing us to ask y’all any remaining questions.

Y’all for sure got things to say, and we’re for sure listening!

Again, the link to sign up will be in the comments below! 👇

07/10/2026

Today is the last day to register! Don't miss out on annual convention!

When we realize you haven’t registered for Convention yet. Eventleaf.com/e/okpta

07/06/2026

Be sure to register! Don't miss this chance to connect, learn, and celebrate!

Only five days left to get in on one of the best parts of summer! 📆

OKPTA Convention provides the resources PTA leaders need to succeed, but the real magic happens in the connections and experiences shared throughout the event. Whether you’re a first time attendee or a seasoned pro, Convention is just what you need to jump start your PTA for the new school year!

Register today at Eventleaf.com/e/okpta

06/11/2026

Share with your teachers!

Hey Oklahoma teachers!
You can apply for the CLASS Grant now!

Eligible educators can apply for up to $5,000 for classroom supplies, materials and equipment. Applications close June 30.

Every purchase from the Imagine Oklahoma Shop helps make a difference.

Proceeds from the Imagine Oklahoma Shop assist in funding the CLASS Grant, helping provide up to $5,000 for classroom supplies, materials and equipment.

Links below ⬇️

imagineoklahoma.shop

oklahoma.gov/education/divisions/teacher-recruitment-retention/office-of-teacher-recruitment-and-retention/teacher-induction-program/oklahoma-classroom-learning-and-school-supplies-class-grant.html

06/01/2026

Happening NOW! Please review and contact your School Board member if you have any thoughts or concerns!

Tomorrow is Norman Public Schools' annual Strategic Plan Meeting. This is a special board meeting and open to the public at the Nancy O'Brian Center. It starts at 8:30 am and goes until ??? Typically, they are a daylong affair, and the Board and Cabinet discuss directions for the next school year.

Among the topics slated to be addressed:
Baldridge Award (8:30-9 am)

Systems for Student Success
-Transcend
-Staffing (Leadership and Staff development)
-Continuous Improvement
-Stakeholder Communication: family and community communication and surveys
-Realignment of district resources

Student Well-Being
-Nutrition
-Safety and security
-Mental health
-Anti-Bullying
-Equity and Affordability

Student Achievement
-AI & Technology (cell phones and labs)
-Student behavior
-Pathways and Portfolios
-Special Needs

If you'd like to send me a note about any of these topics, now is the time. I'd love to see you there if you want to listen in. It is casual come-and-go.

05/14/2026

Only a few more days to apply! Don't miss your chance to recognize your hardest working volunteers and PTA supporters at this summer's OKPTA Convention!

05/01/2026

Tonight we celebrate amazing students, parents, and teachers! At our last meeting of the year, we awarded student scholarships to five amazing seniors from Norman High School PTA, our Elementary and Secondary Volunteers of the Year, and we elected new Council officers! What a great way to end the year and get excited for next year!

Scholarship Winners:
Grant Maher
Collin Patterson
Sydney Rice
Harris Volentine
Owen Westmoreland

Elementary Volunteer of the Year: Andrea Green
Secondary Volunteer of the Year: Grant Rodriguez

Elected Council Officers:
President: Katie Cruz-Long
Vice President: Vacant
Secretary: Kim Osmani