Dragons fall to Coweta tonight 55-51 in game 2 of The Mother Road Classic. Both teams will be back in action tomorrow starting at noon, with the Lady Dragons facing Verdigris for the Consolation Championship and the Dragons taking on Wagoner at 5:00 for 3rd place. GO DRAGONS!
Lady Dragons defeat Mannford 55-49 on day 2 of The Mother Road Classic. They return tomorrow for the Consolation Championship at noon! Up Next: Dragons face Coweta at 8:00 pm. Watch on NFHS https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/verdigris-high-school-claremore-ok/gam96abf80ca7
Dragons with a big 70-43 WIN vs Mannford on Day 1 of The Mother Road Classic at Verdigris. They will be back in action tomorrow at 8:00 pm for day 2!
Lady Dragons fall to Tahlequah 42-59 in game 1 of The Mother Road Classic at Verdigris. They return tomorrow for game 2 at 9:00am. Up Now: Dragons face Mannford. Game is streamed live via NFHS https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/verdigris-high-school-claremore-ok/gama530f82226
Day 1 of The Mother Road Classic at Verdigris. Lady Dragons tip off at 12:00 vs Tahlequah and Dragons follow against Mannford at 1:30. Both games are streamed via NFHS Network. https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/verdigris-high-school-claremore-ok/gamefa59451e0
Welcome back to school, Dragons!
Final scores from tonight's basketball games at Bridge Creek. Girls win 72-29 and boys fall short 72-57. Next for both teams will be the Mother Road Tournament in Verdigris. Both teams will open the tournament on Thursday.
Happy Holidays Dragons!
With the holiday season upon us, the well-being of our school community continues to be a top priority. We understand this time of year can be overwhelming, so we want to share five simple yet effective strategies to support your mental well-being. These may seem basic, but they can have a significant impact on overall health.
1. Identify and Acknowledge Needs: Each of us has different needs and that’s ok. What is tolerable for one person may be too much for another. Identifying and naming what we need decreases our sense of frustration and resentment by allowing us to validate our feelings and set healthy boundaries.
2. Get Outside and Get Moving: Aim for at least 30 minutes of outdoor activity daily. Time outside away from the screen gives our minds the opportunity to rest and reset. Go sledding, take a walk around your home, a park, or other safe area where you can unplug from your regular responsibilities.
3. Make Time for Sleep: There are extra events and family gatherings during the holidays. Even if you are feeling positive about the extra things happening in your life, it is necessary to acknowledge that they require more from us. Finding ways to rest after energy demanding interactions will help you move forward in your day in positive ways.
4. Practice Self-Compassion: The holidays can be difficult for many reasons. Grief and loss are often felt more intensely during this time when extended families usually gather. Family gatherings in general can often be stressful when opinions clash and tensions rise. Practice self-compassion by identifying what is difficult for you, naming it, and giving yourself kindness and support.
5. Download the STOPit app: If you or a family member is struggling, download the STOPit app to immediately text a counselor. The STOPit app is available 24/7 and is FREE for everyone in our school community. There are 4,000 trained counselors online, day and night, ready to help. Click on the Crisis Text Line button on the STOPit app to be connected to a counselor.
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We wish you and your family a safe & healthy holiday season!
Have a safe and happy holiday season Dragons!
See you back at school on Thursday, Jan. 4th, 2024.
CORRECTION!
There will be no girls JV game tonight. Boys JV starts at 5. Varsity girls will start at 6:30 with varsity boys following the girls game. Go Dragons!
Bus 1 is running late today but will complete the route soon. Thanks for your patience. We apologize for the delay.
Last night we got to pass out two blue All State Jackets! Savanna Edwards was awarded the blue after her four years of work on the softball field. Jayden was awarded his jacket for a top 10 finish in this years state cross country meet. Congratulations to both of you on your accomplishment of earning your All State Jacket!
Last night, we had our home opener for our varsity basketball teams. Girls beat the panthers 61-37 with a great team effort. The boys fell just short 42-40, in a very tough, physical game. Next game is Friday December 15th. It will be home vs Comanche. There will be no girls JV game. Boys JV will start at 5. Girls varsity at 6 and boys following the girls game.
Dear Dragon Families,
The holiday season gives us the opportunity to appreciate the many wonderful people around us. I would like to take a moment to extend my warmest wishes and express my deepest gratitude for your ongoing support and partnership in providing the best education possible for our students.
We are committed to maintaining safe, clean, and appropriate learning spaces for all students. I am thrilled to share that we have been actively working on improving our facilities to create an environment that enhances student learning and safety. Maintaining our campuses demonstrates the pride we feel in the Purcell community each and every day.
Purcell Public Schools strives to provide students with opportunities to explore new talents and interests through the Fine Arts, STEM program, athletics and academic offerings to help them find joy in learning. Our dedicated educators work to nurture engaging and innovative learning experiences that inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. We are committed to creating an atmosphere where every student feels valued, respected and empowered.
During this holiday season, let us all embrace the spirit of gratitude and joy as we celebrate with loved ones. Wishing you all the best as we look forward to the new year and the promises it brings for a bright future.
Always Proud to be a Dragon,
Sheli McAdoo, Ph.D.
Superintendent
Purcell School's Indian Education Committee will meet at Purcell HS at 5:45 pm, December 12. Items to discuss include second semester activities and budget activity to date. This meeting is open to the public.
Both of our varsity basketball teams finished the Madill Winter Classic tonight. The boys won tonight 52-51 and finished 3rd in the tournament. Our girls won tonight 61-37 and are the tournament champions. We are proud of the work you put in this weekend!! Go Dragons!
Thank you to everyone that came out to the Meet the Dragons Night yesterday. Enjoyed getting to watch all the teams play in a short scrimmage, and all three contests. Go Dragons!
Tomorrow night at 5:30, we will be having our parent meeting for both boys and girls soccer. Come out and meet our coaches and get information as we start the season of team #1 of Purcell Soccer.
Varsity basketball continues the start of their season at the Madill Tournament next Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Girls play at 4 and boys play at 5:30 on Thursday.
