🌟 November 2025 Student of the Month! 🌟
Purcell High School is thrilled to recognize senior McKinly Miller as our November 2025 Student of the Month, selected by the PHS Faculty! McKinly is the daughter of Erin Miller and Chris Miller.
This outstanding senior embodies leadership and dedication:
🎺 Leadership: She shines as the Drum Major for the Dragon Pride Marching Band and serves as President of the Band Leadership team!
📚 Academics: McKinly excels in rigorous courses like Honors English and her favorite class is AP Biology with Emma Patton.
🤝 Activities: She has served as an FCCLA Officer and is active in Spanish Club.
🎓 Future Goals: McKinly plans to attend the University of Oklahoma (OU) to major in Early Childhood Education—we love that path!
Way to go, McKinly! Your accomplishments and leadership inspire us all. We are so proud of you! ❤️🐉
#PHS #StudentOfTheMonth #DragonPride #Leadership #ClassOf2026 #FutureTeacher
Purcell High School is thrilled to recognize senior McKinly Miller as our November 2025 Student of the Month, selected by the PHS Faculty! McKinly is the daughter of Erin Miller and Chris Miller.
This outstanding senior embodies leadership and dedication:
🎺 Leadership: She shines as the Drum Major for the Dragon Pride Marching Band and serves as President of the Band Leadership team!
📚 Academics: McKinly excels in rigorous courses like Honors English and her favorite class is AP Biology with Emma Patton.
🤝 Activities: She has served as an FCCLA Officer and is active in Spanish Club.
🎓 Future Goals: McKinly plans to attend the University of Oklahoma (OU) to major in Early Childhood Education—we love that path!
Way to go, McKinly! Your accomplishments and leadership inspire us all. We are so proud of you! ❤️🐉
#PHS #StudentOfTheMonth #DragonPride #Leadership #ClassOf2026 #FutureTeacher
At Purcell High School, our commitment to democracy starts at the flagpole. We recognize Senior Office Aides Jasmin Olguin, Veronica Rojas-Salas, Brookelynn Walters, and Bryar Kelley for mastering and executing the daily flag ceremony according to the U.S. Flag Code, guidance taught annually to our aides by front desk and attendance secretary Candy Tuck.
This daily ritual connects us to a vital historical practice that dates back to the 1800's and established public schools as a foundation of our Republic. Thank you for your service as we move toward honoring our nation's heroes at our Veterans Day Assembly next Tuesday!
#DemocracyInAction
This daily ritual connects us to a vital historical practice that dates back to the 1800's and established public schools as a foundation of our Republic. Thank you for your service as we move toward honoring our nation's heroes at our Veterans Day Assembly next Tuesday!
#DemocracyInAction
PHS, it's time to show up for one of our own! Go vote for this outstanding young man, Parker Reed, for the Oklahoman's Student of the Week! 🏆
He's currently in the lead, but the clock is ticking! ⏰ Voting ends Thursday at noon!
Click the link to vote and help P-Money bring home the win! 🚀
https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/2025/11/03/the-oklahoman-student-of-the-week-vote-poll-nov-33/86988398007/
He's currently in the lead, but the clock is ticking! ⏰ Voting ends Thursday at noon!
Click the link to vote and help P-Money bring home the win! 🚀
https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/2025/11/03/the-oklahoman-student-of-the-week-vote-poll-nov-33/86988398007/
Support Your PHS Cheer Team! 🎉
Come out and cheer on the PHS Cheer Team as they showcase their Gameday Regional Competition routine!
What: A sneak preview of their regional competition routine.
Why: To support the team as they prepare to dominate the mat at the OSSAA Regional Competition this Saturday @ Crossings Christian
When: Thursday, November 6th @ 7:00 pm
Come out and cheer on the PHS Cheer Team as they showcase their Gameday Regional Competition routine!
What: A sneak preview of their regional competition routine.
Why: To support the team as they prepare to dominate the mat at the OSSAA Regional Competition this Saturday @ Crossings Christian
When: Thursday, November 6th @ 7:00 pm
🚨 PHS Superheroes, Assemble! 🚨
Get ready to fight for a great cause! Our StuCo Food Drive launches next week! 🥫🍎🍞
It’s time for the ultimate class competition: Which class will earn the title of Ultimate Hunger Hero? 🏆
Show the community what happens when PHS Superheroes unite! Team up, bring in your non-perishable donations, and help us combat hunger right here in our community. Let’s make this a HUGE success! 💪
#PHSHungerHeroes #FoodDrive #CommunityStrong #PHSUInited
Get ready to fight for a great cause! Our StuCo Food Drive launches next week! 🥫🍎🍞
It’s time for the ultimate class competition: Which class will earn the title of Ultimate Hunger Hero? 🏆
Show the community what happens when PHS Superheroes unite! Team up, bring in your non-perishable donations, and help us combat hunger right here in our community. Let’s make this a HUGE success! 💪
#PHSHungerHeroes #FoodDrive #CommunityStrong #PHSUInited
PHS Spanish Club: More Than Just a Club! 🌮🧁
Last week, the PHS Spanish Club proved they are leaders in service and fun!
They collected tons of goodies for the Purcell Animal Shelter with their "No Tricks, Just Treats for our Furry Friends" drive! 🐾 Way to serve the community!
Then, they celebrated with Halloween cupcakes and walking tacos! 😋
With 80+ members, this club is teaching service and building a true home away from home at school! 🫂
Kudos to sponsors Mayra Munoz and Irma Calixto for fostering such an incredible group! ¡Muy Bien! 🌟
Last week, the PHS Spanish Club proved they are leaders in service and fun!
They collected tons of goodies for the Purcell Animal Shelter with their "No Tricks, Just Treats for our Furry Friends" drive! 🐾 Way to serve the community!
Then, they celebrated with Halloween cupcakes and walking tacos! 😋
With 80+ members, this club is teaching service and building a true home away from home at school! 🫂
Kudos to sponsors Mayra Munoz and Irma Calixto for fostering such an incredible group! ¡Muy Bien! 🌟
🌟 NEWS for PHS! 🌟
Let's cheer on our own Parker Reed! 🎉 He has been nominated for The Oklahoman's Student of the Month!
Parker is an outstanding member of our student body and one of the most positive students you could ever meet. Let's show him our support! 💚🐉
🗳️ Please vote for Parker and help bring this honor home!
➡️ SHARE THIS POST! Let's get the word out!
https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/2025/11/03/the-oklahoman-student-of-the-week-vote-poll-nov-33/86988398007/
#PHSDragons #StudentOfTheMonth #GoParkerGo #PurcellOK
Let's cheer on our own Parker Reed! 🎉 He has been nominated for The Oklahoman's Student of the Month!
Parker is an outstanding member of our student body and one of the most positive students you could ever meet. Let's show him our support! 💚🐉
🗳️ Please vote for Parker and help bring this honor home!
➡️ SHARE THIS POST! Let's get the word out!
https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/2025/11/03/the-oklahoman-student-of-the-week-vote-poll-nov-33/86988398007/
#PHSDragons #StudentOfTheMonth #GoParkerGo #PurcellOK
PHS Student Council members attended the OASC State Convention over the weekend, gaining invaluable experience! Adylee Jurado, Alexis Jurado, Aron Barrera, Grace Van Oort, and Kheanna Martin—represented our school exceptionally well.
This convention is a wonderful opportunity focused on:
Building essential leadership skills.
Establishing vital networks with students from across the state.
Bringing back fresh, innovative ideas to strengthen our school culture.
Ultimately, this student leadership is critical for improving the learning environment for every student at PHS! Go StuCo! Thank you Brooke Clay for helping us sponsor this trip.👏
This convention is a wonderful opportunity focused on:
Building essential leadership skills.
Establishing vital networks with students from across the state.
Bringing back fresh, innovative ideas to strengthen our school culture.
Ultimately, this student leadership is critical for improving the learning environment for every student at PHS! Go StuCo! Thank you Brooke Clay for helping us sponsor this trip.👏
📰 PHS Parent Newsletter Alert! 📰
Believe it or not, there are only 6 school weeks left in the fall semester! Don't miss out on vital updates—check out the latest PHS Parent Newsletter today!
Inside this edition, you'll find:
A reminder for Freshman and Sophomore parents regarding MAP Family Reports.
Information on accessing and contributing to critical food resources for the holidays.
Updated essential information from our Counseling Office.
Important Safety Reminders.
...and much more!
Staying informed keeps you connected to all things PHS.
#PHSDragons #ParentNews
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Believe it or not, there are only 6 school weeks left in the fall semester! Don't miss out on vital updates—check out the latest PHS Parent Newsletter today!
Inside this edition, you'll find:
A reminder for Freshman and Sophomore parents regarding MAP Family Reports.
Information on accessing and contributing to critical food resources for the holidays.
Updated essential information from our Counseling Office.
Important Safety Reminders.
...and much more!
Staying informed keeps you connected to all things PHS.
#PHSDragons #ParentNews
https://secure.smore.com/n/ez286
🎉🐉 HUGE WEEK FOR DRAGON ESPORTS! 🐉🎉
What a performance last week! Both Dragon Smash Red and Dragon Smash White secured two victories in Super Smash Bros! 🏆🔥
Smash Red Dominates!
Dragon Smash Red took down Guymon with a strong 6-3 win!
Fatima Diaz was unstoppable, going 2-0! 👑
Aden Gaddis secured wins of 2-0 and 2-1! 👏
Shoutout to Angel Gonzalez for fighting hard despite a tough 0-2 match! 💪
Smash White Crushes It!
Dragon Smash White delivered a convincing 6-1 victory over North Rock Creek!
Braeden Reeves battled to a 2-1 win!
Gavin Woods went undefeated with a 2-0 sweep! 🧹
Ezra Stell matched that with a clean 2-0 performance! ✨
Huge congratulations to ALL the players and our coach, Kyle Perry!
GO DRAGONS! 🐲💚
What a performance last week! Both Dragon Smash Red and Dragon Smash White secured two victories in Super Smash Bros! 🏆🔥
Smash Red Dominates!
Dragon Smash Red took down Guymon with a strong 6-3 win!
Fatima Diaz was unstoppable, going 2-0! 👑
Aden Gaddis secured wins of 2-0 and 2-1! 👏
Shoutout to Angel Gonzalez for fighting hard despite a tough 0-2 match! 💪
Smash White Crushes It!
Dragon Smash White delivered a convincing 6-1 victory over North Rock Creek!
Braeden Reeves battled to a 2-1 win!
Gavin Woods went undefeated with a 2-0 sweep! 🧹
Ezra Stell matched that with a clean 2-0 performance! ✨
Huge congratulations to ALL the players and our coach, Kyle Perry!
GO DRAGONS! 🐲💚
🤠 Purcell FFA: National Convention Wrap-Up! 🌟
What a finish to the National Convention! Days 3 & 4 were an absolute whirlwind for our Purcell FFA members! 🤩
Day 3 and Day 4 in Indy
Thursday we started the morning at the Opening Session of Convention, watched the speaking finals and then headed to our tour at Umbarger Feed Mill.
Friday it was back at convention for finals, career/college fair, and the expo hall. We even grad a chance to meet up with Hudson for a few minutes. We ended the day traveling to St. Louis to the Gateway Arch.
#FFAConvention #NationalFFA #PurcellProud #FutureOfAg
What a finish to the National Convention! Days 3 & 4 were an absolute whirlwind for our Purcell FFA members! 🤩
Day 3 and Day 4 in Indy
Thursday we started the morning at the Opening Session of Convention, watched the speaking finals and then headed to our tour at Umbarger Feed Mill.
Friday it was back at convention for finals, career/college fair, and the expo hall. We even grad a chance to meet up with Hudson for a few minutes. We ended the day traveling to St. Louis to the Gateway Arch.
#FFAConvention #NationalFFA #PurcellProud #FutureOfAg
⚡️ PHS Transitions Program Takes on the Community! 🏦🏀
Our PHS Transitions students had an amazing time exploring the professional world with two awesome tours!
First stop: First United Bank! 💰 Students loved learning about banking, getting a special $2 bill, and especially sending the tube in the drive-thru! (Shoutout to Tess & Hilari for the awesome experience! Thank you to Scott Nation, too!)
Next up: A behind-the-scenes look at the OKC Thunder! 🤩 We learned about Thunder Vision including how the "Kiss Cam" works, social media management (21 Thunder accounts!), corporate communications, and even got to shoot hoops on the court. We also learned a real-world lesson on prepaid debit cards and paying for parking!
#PHSTransitions #CommunityExperiences #RealWorldLearning #OKCThunder #FirstUnitedBank
Our PHS Transitions students had an amazing time exploring the professional world with two awesome tours!
First stop: First United Bank! 💰 Students loved learning about banking, getting a special $2 bill, and especially sending the tube in the drive-thru! (Shoutout to Tess & Hilari for the awesome experience! Thank you to Scott Nation, too!)
Next up: A behind-the-scenes look at the OKC Thunder! 🤩 We learned about Thunder Vision including how the "Kiss Cam" works, social media management (21 Thunder accounts!), corporate communications, and even got to shoot hoops on the court. We also learned a real-world lesson on prepaid debit cards and paying for parking!
#PHSTransitions #CommunityExperiences #RealWorldLearning #OKCThunder #FirstUnitedBank
🎉 Attendance Wins at Purcell High School! 🎉
Huge congrats to the nearly 20% of our students—that's 70 dedicated individuals—who achieved perfect attendance (zero absences or tardies!) for the first quarter of 2025! 🥳
We celebrated this awesome commitment yesterday with a special drawing! Shoutout to our three lucky winners: Jasmin Olguin, Ryder Ward, and Breyln Riley!
🌟Thank you to our administrators Aaron Dillard & Rick Hammer and attendance coordinator Candy Tuck for recognizing these students!
We are so proud of all our students! Thank you to our amazing students, teachers, and parents for valuing strong attendance. Keep up the great work!
#PurcellAttendance #PerfectAttendance #GoDragons #PHS
Huge congrats to the nearly 20% of our students—that's 70 dedicated individuals—who achieved perfect attendance (zero absences or tardies!) for the first quarter of 2025! 🥳
We celebrated this awesome commitment yesterday with a special drawing! Shoutout to our three lucky winners: Jasmin Olguin, Ryder Ward, and Breyln Riley!
🌟Thank you to our administrators Aaron Dillard & Rick Hammer and attendance coordinator Candy Tuck for recognizing these students!
We are so proud of all our students! Thank you to our amazing students, teachers, and parents for valuing strong attendance. Keep up the great work!
#PurcellAttendance #PerfectAttendance #GoDragons #PHS
Last night, we took a moment to honor our amazing PHS Band, Cheer, and Football seniors and their families!
We are incredibly proud of your hard work, dedication, and everything you've given to your programs and our school over the past four years. To the families—thank you for your unwavering support!
We love our senior Dragons! 🧡
We are incredibly proud of your hard work, dedication, and everything you've given to your programs and our school over the past four years. To the families—thank you for your unwavering support!
We love our senior Dragons! 🧡
Purcell High School Veterans Day Assembly
Purcell High School cordially invites all veterans and their families to our Annual Veterans Day Assembly hosted by the Purcell High School National Honor Society (NHS).
Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: The Reimer Center
Immediately following the assembly, all attending veterans and their families are invited to a complimentary luncheon hosted by the NHS in the High School Library.
We look forward to honoring your service and sacrifice.
Questions, please contact:
NHS Sponsor Sam Resendiz: resendizs@purcellps.org
Purcell High School Office: (405) 442-0099
Purcell High School cordially invites all veterans and their families to our Annual Veterans Day Assembly hosted by the Purcell High School National Honor Society (NHS).
Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: The Reimer Center
Immediately following the assembly, all attending veterans and their families are invited to a complimentary luncheon hosted by the NHS in the High School Library.
We look forward to honoring your service and sacrifice.
Questions, please contact:
NHS Sponsor Sam Resendiz: resendizs@purcellps.org
Purcell High School Office: (405) 442-0099
🎨 November Staff of the Month Spotlight!
A huge congratulations to PHS Art Teacher, Jon Corea, for being named our November Staff of the Month! 🎉
Here’s a message from a colleague about Jon's incredible impact:
"Jon ALWAYS goes above and beyond for our staff and students. He's incredibly accountable, often stepping up to help with countless miscellaneous tasks, sometimes just doing it all! Jon takes tremendous pride and integrity in his work, both in the classroom and supporting colleagues. His new, exciting projects ensure every student finds a way to connect and engage through art. Jon is a vital asset to Purcell High School!"
Thank you, Mr. Corea, for everything you do! Go Dragons! 🐉
A huge congratulations to PHS Art Teacher, Jon Corea, for being named our November Staff of the Month! 🎉
Here’s a message from a colleague about Jon's incredible impact:
"Jon ALWAYS goes above and beyond for our staff and students. He's incredibly accountable, often stepping up to help with countless miscellaneous tasks, sometimes just doing it all! Jon takes tremendous pride and integrity in his work, both in the classroom and supporting colleagues. His new, exciting projects ensure every student finds a way to connect and engage through art. Jon is a vital asset to Purcell High School!"
Thank you, Mr. Corea, for everything you do! Go Dragons! 🐉
Happy Halloween, Dragons! 🎃🐉
We ended the week with a huge celebration at our Halloween Pep Rally! We recognized our amazing Seniors, hosted some spooky Mummy Races, and showed off some creative looks at the Costume Contest! 👻
A huge shout-out to our incredible Cheerleaders for planning such a fun event! 📣 And a big thanks to Seniors Kaden Pliler and Aron Barrera for keeping the energy high as our awesome MCs!
Congrats to all our winners, and thank you to our "Hunger Games" teachers who served as our awesome judges! 🍎
Have a happy and safe Halloween! Go Dragons! 🧡🖤
We ended the week with a huge celebration at our Halloween Pep Rally! We recognized our amazing Seniors, hosted some spooky Mummy Races, and showed off some creative looks at the Costume Contest! 👻
A huge shout-out to our incredible Cheerleaders for planning such a fun event! 📣 And a big thanks to Seniors Kaden Pliler and Aron Barrera for keeping the energy high as our awesome MCs!
Congrats to all our winners, and thank you to our "Hunger Games" teachers who served as our awesome judges! 🍎
Have a happy and safe Halloween! Go Dragons! 🧡🖤
🎤 Purcell High Students: Get Ready to Shine! 🧥
The Show Choir's Fall Talent Show on November 21 is your chance to see the amazing talents of Purcell High School students!
This event is a special fundraiser to help the Spanish Club provide much-needed winter coats for people in need in our community!
The community is welcome to attend!
🎟️ Ticket Information (At the Door):
Community/Adults: $5
Students: $1
Performers & Sign-Ups:
Want to perform? The sign-up sheet is outside the Choir Room. Final day to sign up is Nov. 7! (P.S. Make sure you read the new rules on the paper next to the sign-up sheet!)
Questions? See Ms. Donaldson.
The Show Choir's Fall Talent Show on November 21 is your chance to see the amazing talents of Purcell High School students!
This event is a special fundraiser to help the Spanish Club provide much-needed winter coats for people in need in our community!
The community is welcome to attend!
🎟️ Ticket Information (At the Door):
Community/Adults: $5
Students: $1
Performers & Sign-Ups:
Want to perform? The sign-up sheet is outside the Choir Room. Final day to sign up is Nov. 7! (P.S. Make sure you read the new rules on the paper next to the sign-up sheet!)
Questions? See Ms. Donaldson.
Join us tomorrow night at Conger Field as we honor our 2025 PHS Football, Cheer, and Band Seniors!
Gates open at 5:30 PM, with Senior Night recognitions beginning at 6:30 PM. Lineup information is included! #GoDragons
🎃🎶 PHS Show Choir "Spooktacular" Success! 👻🎤
We had a fang-tastic start to our "Spooktacular" show choir fundraiser last weekend! Huge thanks to everyone who came out!
Looking for a warm and safe way to celebrate this chilly Halloween weekend? 🥶 Forget the cold and join us for some "scary" fun and great performances including Live Music from the "Funky Monkeys"!
Don't miss your chance this Friday night immediately after the home football game, or Saturday, Nov. 1st from 8-11 PM after the City Wide Trick or Treat!
📍 Where: Boney Matthews Fieldhouse (at the old junior high)
Come support your PHS Show Choir and make some boo-tiful memories! See you there... if you dare! 🕸️🕷️
#PHSShowChoir #Spooktacular #
We had a fang-tastic start to our "Spooktacular" show choir fundraiser last weekend! Huge thanks to everyone who came out!
Looking for a warm and safe way to celebrate this chilly Halloween weekend? 🥶 Forget the cold and join us for some "scary" fun and great performances including Live Music from the "Funky Monkeys"!
Don't miss your chance this Friday night immediately after the home football game, or Saturday, Nov. 1st from 8-11 PM after the City Wide Trick or Treat!
📍 Where: Boney Matthews Fieldhouse (at the old junior high)
Come support your PHS Show Choir and make some boo-tiful memories! See you there... if you dare! 🕸️🕷️
#PHSShowChoir #Spooktacular #
