🚨 There is no cross-country practice today, August 6, due to weather. 🚨
📢 Updated School Hours for the 2026-2027 School Year
Cherokee Public Schools has updated the daily schedule for the upcoming school year.
🕗 Elementary School
🍽️ Doors Open for Breakfast: 7:50 AM
🔔 Bell: 8:10 AM
🏫 Dismissal: 3:25 PM
🕗 Junior High/High School
🍽️ Doors Open: 7:45 AM
🔔 Bell: 8:10 AM
🏫 Dismissal: 3:25 PM
Please plan accordingly to help ensure students arrive on time and are ready for a great school year. We look forward to seeing everyone soon! ❤️🖤
📢 Important Update for Student Drivers
Cherokee Public Schools has updated the Student Handbook regarding student parking.
Beginning this school year, all students who drive to school and park on campus must register their vehicle with the high school office and provide a copy of their valid driver's license.
This update is part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing school security and ensuring the safety of our students and staff.
Please see the attached letter for complete details.
🚫 Reminder: The High School Gym is currently closed to the public.
Sealer is being applied to the new gym floor, and it is very important that no one enters the gym or opens the doors while the floor is curing.
We can't wait for our students, staff, and community to see the beautiful new floor! We'll let everyone know as soon as the gym is ready to reopen.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation!
Sealer is being applied to the new gym floor, and it is very important that no one enters the gym or opens the doors while the floor is curing.
We can't wait for our students, staff, and community to see the beautiful new floor! We'll let everyone know as soon as the gym is ready to reopen.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation!
🎒 Cherokee JH/HS Backpack Reminder 🎒
As we get ready for the new school year, here are a few reminders about backpacks and school supplies:
Backpacks – The backpack policy will remain the same as last year. Students may carry their backpacks into the building, but they must be stored in their assigned locker for the school day. Backpacks are not permitted in classrooms.
Gym Bags – Students may carry a gym bag to and from their assigned locker room during their athletic hour.
Folders, Binders & Trapper Keepers – May be carried throughout the school day.
Thank you for helping us provide a safe and organized learning environment. We look forward to seeing everyone soon! ❤️🖤
As we get ready for the new school year, here are a few reminders about backpacks and school supplies:
Backpacks – The backpack policy will remain the same as last year. Students may carry their backpacks into the building, but they must be stored in their assigned locker for the school day. Backpacks are not permitted in classrooms.
Gym Bags – Students may carry a gym bag to and from their assigned locker room during their athletic hour.
Folders, Binders & Trapper Keepers – May be carried throughout the school day.
Thank you for helping us provide a safe and organized learning environment. We look forward to seeing everyone soon! ❤️🖤
📢 Reminder: Complete Your 2026-2027 Lunch Room Application! 🍎
If you've already completed your student's enrollment, please take a few minutes to log back into your Sylogist account and complete the Lunch Room Application.
🍽️ This application is about more than just school meals. The information collected helps Cherokee Public Schools qualify for important state and federal funding that supports our students and school programs. These funds can impact technology, classroom resources, educational programs, and other valuable services.
✅ Please complete the application even if you don't think your family will qualify. Every completed application helps ensure our district receives the funding our students deserve.
📲 Log in to your Sylogist Online Enrollment account today and submit your application. Only one application per household is needed. Enrollment status resets every year!
Have questions or if you would like a paper form please reach out to Amantha Sanborn at sanborna@cherokee.k12.ok.us
Thank you for helping support Cherokee Public Schools and our students!
If you've already completed your student's enrollment, please take a few minutes to log back into your Sylogist account and complete the Lunch Room Application.
🍽️ This application is about more than just school meals. The information collected helps Cherokee Public Schools qualify for important state and federal funding that supports our students and school programs. These funds can impact technology, classroom resources, educational programs, and other valuable services.
✅ Please complete the application even if you don't think your family will qualify. Every completed application helps ensure our district receives the funding our students deserve.
📲 Log in to your Sylogist Online Enrollment account today and submit your application. Only one application per household is needed. Enrollment status resets every year!
Have questions or if you would like a paper form please reach out to Amantha Sanborn at sanborna@cherokee.k12.ok.us
Thank you for helping support Cherokee Public Schools and our students!
‼️ Reminder ‼️
There will be a High School Football parents meeting Tonight, at 6pm in the high school cafeteria. Please make plans to be there to get schedules and hear about the upcoming season from Coach Schanbacher. Players do not need to be present at this meeting.
It’s a Great Day to be a Chief!! 💯
Cross Country practice for students in 5th - 12th grade will start on Monday, August 3 at 9:30am. Meet Coach Bockelman at the track!
The HS Lady Chiefs softball team will be playing in the Cherokee Strip Softball Tournament on August 14 & 15 at Kellett Softball Field in Enid! Admission is $5 for adults and students.
📢 New Student Tour Postponed
Due to construction in the Junior High/High School building, we are postponing the New Student Tour.
📅 New Date: Wednesday, August 12
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Meet in the High School Cafeteria
We appreciate your understanding as we complete improvements to the building and look forward to welcoming our new students on August 12!
Due to construction in the Junior High/High School building, we are postponing the New Student Tour.
📅 New Date: Wednesday, August 12
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Meet in the High School Cafeteria
We appreciate your understanding as we complete improvements to the building and look forward to welcoming our new students on August 12!
📣 Enrollment Day is TODAY! 📣
Not sure if you need to attend? Here's who should stop by the High School Cafeteria today, Monday, July 27, between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM:
✅ All NEW students, including:
All Pre-K students & any student new to Cherokee Public Schools in Kindergarten through 12th grade.
*Additional paperwork needs to be completed by parents*
✅ Students in grades 5–12 participating in athletics. *Additional paperwork needs to be completed by parents*
✅ All Junior High & High School students to pick up class schedules.
✅ Junior High & High School students who need to select or finalize classes.
✅ Anyone needing assistance with completing enrollment.
✅ Anyone needing help with RankOne.
🏅 RankOne Reminder:
RankOne is required for all students in grades 7–12 who will participate—or may participate—in any OSSAA activity, including:
🏈 Sports • 🎭 One Act • 🎤 Choir • 🗣️ Speech & Debate • and other OSSAA-sponsored events.
🏫 New to the Junior High/High School building?
Join us for a building tour at 6:00 PM! Meet in the High School Cafeteria.
We look forward to seeing you today and helping you get ready for a great school year!
Not sure if you need to attend? Here's who should stop by the High School Cafeteria today, Monday, July 27, between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM:
✅ All NEW students, including:
All Pre-K students & any student new to Cherokee Public Schools in Kindergarten through 12th grade.
*Additional paperwork needs to be completed by parents*
✅ Students in grades 5–12 participating in athletics. *Additional paperwork needs to be completed by parents*
✅ All Junior High & High School students to pick up class schedules.
✅ Junior High & High School students who need to select or finalize classes.
✅ Anyone needing assistance with completing enrollment.
✅ Anyone needing help with RankOne.
🏅 RankOne Reminder:
RankOne is required for all students in grades 7–12 who will participate—or may participate—in any OSSAA activity, including:
🏈 Sports • 🎭 One Act • 🎤 Choir • 🗣️ Speech & Debate • and other OSSAA-sponsored events.
🏫 New to the Junior High/High School building?
Join us for a building tour at 6:00 PM! Meet in the High School Cafeteria.
We look forward to seeing you today and helping you get ready for a great school year!
📢 Enrollment Day Reminder – Monday, July 27! 📢
Cherokee Public Schools will host Enrollment Day on Monday, July 27, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM in the High School Cafeteria.
Please plan to attend if you are:
✅ A new student
✅ A returning Junior High or High School student
✅ A 5th grade student participating in sports
All new and returning students must complete their online enrollment forms to finalize enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year.
💻 Need enrollment instructions? Visit:
https://www.cherokee.k12.ok.us/page/enrollment
📞 Need help accessing your account?
Call 580-596-3391 and select the High School.
💻 Need assistance completing your online enrollment forms?
Stop by during Enrollment Day, and we'll be happy to help!
🏅 Attention Students in Grades 7–12:
If you plan to or think you might want to participate in Athletics, One Act, Speech & Debate, or Choir, you must also complete your Rank One forms to be eligible to participate.
Complete your Rank One forms here:
https://cherokeepublicschools.rankone.com/Pro/Login.aspx
🏫 New to the Junior High/High School Building?
Join us for a building tour at 6:00 PM! Meet us in the High School Cafeteria. This is a great opportunity to become familiar with the building before the first day of school.
We look forward to seeing everyone on Monday, July 27 as we prepare for another great school year! ❤️🖤
Cherokee Public Schools will host Enrollment Day on Monday, July 27, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM in the High School Cafeteria.
Please plan to attend if you are:
✅ A new student
✅ A returning Junior High or High School student
✅ A 5th grade student participating in sports
All new and returning students must complete their online enrollment forms to finalize enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year.
💻 Need enrollment instructions? Visit:
https://www.cherokee.k12.ok.us/page/enrollment
📞 Need help accessing your account?
Call 580-596-3391 and select the High School.
💻 Need assistance completing your online enrollment forms?
Stop by during Enrollment Day, and we'll be happy to help!
🏅 Attention Students in Grades 7–12:
If you plan to or think you might want to participate in Athletics, One Act, Speech & Debate, or Choir, you must also complete your Rank One forms to be eligible to participate.
Complete your Rank One forms here:
https://cherokeepublicschools.rankone.com/Pro/Login.aspx
🏫 New to the Junior High/High School Building?
Join us for a building tour at 6:00 PM! Meet us in the High School Cafeteria. This is a great opportunity to become familiar with the building before the first day of school.
We look forward to seeing everyone on Monday, July 27 as we prepare for another great school year! ❤️🖤
🍎 The 2026-2027 Free & Reduced Lunch Application is now available!
🛑 A new application is required every school year—eligibility does not carry over. Only one application per household is needed.
📲 Apply today through the Sylogist Online Enrollment Portal:
🔗 https://oked.sylogist.com/cherokee
How to Apply:
✅ Log in to the Student Records Portal
✅ Click the Lunchroom Application tab
If you've already completed your student's enrollment forms, please log back in to submit your lunch application.
❤️ Every application matters! Even if you don't think you'll qualify, completing the form helps support school funding, academic programs, student services, and classroom technology.
📞 Need help? Contact the High School Office at 580-596-3391.
Thank you for helping support Cherokee Public Schools!
🛑 A new application is required every school year—eligibility does not carry over. Only one application per household is needed.
📲 Apply today through the Sylogist Online Enrollment Portal:
🔗 https://oked.sylogist.com/cherokee
How to Apply:
✅ Log in to the Student Records Portal
✅ Click the Lunchroom Application tab
If you've already completed your student's enrollment forms, please log back in to submit your lunch application.
❤️ Every application matters! Even if you don't think you'll qualify, completing the form helps support school funding, academic programs, student services, and classroom technology.
📞 Need help? Contact the High School Office at 580-596-3391.
Thank you for helping support Cherokee Public Schools!
📢 Enrollment Day Reminder – Monday, July 27! 📢
Cherokee Public Schools will host Enrollment Day on Monday, July 27, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM in the High School Cafeteria.
Please plan to attend if you are:
✅ A new student
✅ A returning Junior High or High School student
✅ A 5th grade student participating in sports
All new and returning students must complete their online enrollment forms to finalize enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year.
💻 Need enrollment instructions? Visit:
https://www.cherokee.k12.ok.us/page/enrollment
📞 Need help accessing your account?
Call 580-596-3391 and select the High School.
💻 Need assistance completing your online enrollment forms?
Stop by during Enrollment Day, and we'll be happy to help!
🏅 Attention Students in Grades 7–12:
If you plan to or think you might want to participate in Athletics, One Act, Speech & Debate, or Choir, you must also complete your Rank One forms to be eligible to participate.
Complete your Rank One forms here:
https://cherokeepublicschools.rankone.com/Pro/Login.aspx
🏫 New to the Junior High/High School Building?
Join us for a building tour at 6:00 PM! Meet us in the High School Cafeteria. This is a great opportunity to become familiar with the building before the first day of school.
We look forward to seeing everyone on Monday, July 27 as we prepare for another great school year! ❤️🖤
Cherokee Public Schools will host Enrollment Day on Monday, July 27, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM in the High School Cafeteria.
Please plan to attend if you are:
✅ A new student
✅ A returning Junior High or High School student
✅ A 5th grade student participating in sports
All new and returning students must complete their online enrollment forms to finalize enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year.
💻 Need enrollment instructions? Visit:
https://www.cherokee.k12.ok.us/page/enrollment
📞 Need help accessing your account?
Call 580-596-3391 and select the High School.
💻 Need assistance completing your online enrollment forms?
Stop by during Enrollment Day, and we'll be happy to help!
🏅 Attention Students in Grades 7–12:
If you plan to or think you might want to participate in Athletics, One Act, Speech & Debate, or Choir, you must also complete your Rank One forms to be eligible to participate.
Complete your Rank One forms here:
https://cherokeepublicschools.rankone.com/Pro/Login.aspx
🏫 New to the Junior High/High School Building?
Join us for a building tour at 6:00 PM! Meet us in the High School Cafeteria. This is a great opportunity to become familiar with the building before the first day of school.
We look forward to seeing everyone on Monday, July 27 as we prepare for another great school year! ❤️🖤
📅 Looking for the 2026-2027 Cherokee Public Schools District Calendar? ❤️🖤
We've got you covered! Download a copy of the 2026-2027 District Calendar and keep track of important school dates, holidays, and breaks throughout the year.
📥 Download the calendar here:
https://aptg.co/Jh6X7h
Save a copy to your phone, print one for the refrigerator, or bookmark it so you'll always have it handy. We look forward to a fantastic school year!
#CherokeePublicSchools #CherokeeChiefs #DistrictCalendar #BackToSchool
We've got you covered! Download a copy of the 2026-2027 District Calendar and keep track of important school dates, holidays, and breaks throughout the year.
📥 Download the calendar here:
https://aptg.co/Jh6X7h
Save a copy to your phone, print one for the refrigerator, or bookmark it so you'll always have it handy. We look forward to a fantastic school year!
#CherokeePublicSchools #CherokeeChiefs #DistrictCalendar #BackToSchool
Any existing or incoming Cherokee FFA member interested in competing in sporting clays this fall will need to complete the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Hunter Education Course. There is an in-person training happening July 28 from 9 am - 3 pm at the Alfalfa County Extension office. Register by calling 580-596-3131 no later than July 21. If you have questions, contact Christy Snider.
The Cherokee FFA Chapter was represented at the 54th Annual Oklahoma FFA Alumni
Leadership Camp, held at Camp Tulakogee in Wagoner, Oklahoma.
More than 1,300 FFA members from over 300 Oklahoma FFA chapters have registered to
participate in one of four 3½-day sessions scheduled from June 28 through July 11, 2026.
Attendees from the Cherokee chapter included: Jose Castro, Zackery Cunningham, Christina Salinas and Zachariah Stonehocker. In addition, Juan Castro, Cherokee FFA Alumni served as a small group leader for sessions 1-2.
Leadership Camp, held at Camp Tulakogee in Wagoner, Oklahoma.
More than 1,300 FFA members from over 300 Oklahoma FFA chapters have registered to
participate in one of four 3½-day sessions scheduled from June 28 through July 11, 2026.
Attendees from the Cherokee chapter included: Jose Castro, Zackery Cunningham, Christina Salinas and Zachariah Stonehocker. In addition, Juan Castro, Cherokee FFA Alumni served as a small group leader for sessions 1-2.
🎓 Class of 2027! 📸
It's time to schedule your Senior Panel Pictures and check one more item off your senior to-do list!
📅 Tuesday, July 28, 2026
🕛 12:00–2:15 PM
📍 Timberlake High School Library (Helena, OK)
📅 Reserve your appointment:
https://www.hortonstudios.com/booking-calendar/cherokee-hs-senior-panel
➡️ Please reserve only ONE appointment per senior. This link with additional information has been emailed to parents.
Need a ride? Contact Mrs. Tucker at tuckera@cherokee.k12.ok.us.
A few reminders:
✅ Panel setting fee is FREE (courtesy of the Senior Class & Yearbook).
✅ Proofs will arrive approximately 2–3 weeks after picture day.
✅ One retake session is included on September 16 or December 9, 2026. (Additional retakes: $25.)
We can't wait to celebrate the Class of 2027 and help kick off an amazing senior year! ❤️🖤
It's time to schedule your Senior Panel Pictures and check one more item off your senior to-do list!
📅 Tuesday, July 28, 2026
🕛 12:00–2:15 PM
📍 Timberlake High School Library (Helena, OK)
📅 Reserve your appointment:
https://www.hortonstudios.com/booking-calendar/cherokee-hs-senior-panel
➡️ Please reserve only ONE appointment per senior. This link with additional information has been emailed to parents.
Need a ride? Contact Mrs. Tucker at tuckera@cherokee.k12.ok.us.
A few reminders:
✅ Panel setting fee is FREE (courtesy of the Senior Class & Yearbook).
✅ Proofs will arrive approximately 2–3 weeks after picture day.
✅ One retake session is included on September 16 or December 9, 2026. (Additional retakes: $25.)
We can't wait to celebrate the Class of 2027 and help kick off an amazing senior year! ❤️🖤
🏈🏃♀️🥎 School is just around the corner, and that means Cherokee Chiefs athletics are back! ❤️🖤
It's almost time to cheer on our Chiefs! Whether you're following Softball, Cross Country, Football, or Basketball, you can stay up to date with all of the action by viewing our athletic schedules.
📅 View all athletic schedules here:
https://www.cherokee.k12.ok.us/documents/athletic-schedules/63127
Mark your calendars, come out and support our student-athletes, and let's make it a great year for Cherokee Athletics!
Go Chiefs! ❤️🖤
#CherokeeChiefs #GoChiefs #CherokeePublicSchools #ChiefsAthletics
It's almost time to cheer on our Chiefs! Whether you're following Softball, Cross Country, Football, or Basketball, you can stay up to date with all of the action by viewing our athletic schedules.
📅 View all athletic schedules here:
https://www.cherokee.k12.ok.us/documents/athletic-schedules/63127
Mark your calendars, come out and support our student-athletes, and let's make it a great year for Cherokee Athletics!
Go Chiefs! ❤️🖤
#CherokeeChiefs #GoChiefs #CherokeePublicSchools #ChiefsAthletics
📢 Enrollment is Open for the 2026-2027 School Year!
Cherokee Public Schools families, this is a friendly reminder that enrollment is now open!
✅ All families must log in to the Sylogist Student Records Portal and complete all required enrollment forms for each student.
If you need assistance accessing your account or completing the enrollment process, please contact the Cherokee High School office at 580-596-3391. Our staff is happy to help!
Don't wait—complete your enrollment today to ensure your student is ready for the first day of school! ❤️🖤
#CherokeeChiefs #Enrollment20262027 #CherokeePublicSchools
Cherokee Public Schools families, this is a friendly reminder that enrollment is now open!
✅ All families must log in to the Sylogist Student Records Portal and complete all required enrollment forms for each student.
If you need assistance accessing your account or completing the enrollment process, please contact the Cherokee High School office at 580-596-3391. Our staff is happy to help!
Don't wait—complete your enrollment today to ensure your student is ready for the first day of school! ❤️🖤
#CherokeeChiefs #Enrollment20262027 #CherokeePublicSchools