PHS Parent Newsletter
October 20, 2025
Purcell High School Contact Info
Email: sandersj@purcellps.org
Website: https://www.purcellps.org/o/phs
Location: 2020 North Green Avenue, Purcell, OK, USA
Phone: 405-442-0099
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/purcellhs
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/purcellhighschool/?hl=en
Message From the Principal: Focus on the Process
PHS Parents & Guardians:
As we settle into the rhythm of the school year, I want to share our perspective on preparing students for their successful transition to adulthood.
While good grades are undoubtedly important and reflect strong effort, we encourage both students and parents to focus primarily on the process of learning rather than just the final outcome.
The final grade is a measuring point, but the process is the development of the essential skills and character traits needed for true success and independence in adult life.
Building Success Through Core Values
The daily pursuit of excellence in high school is the training ground where students develop life skills rooted in our three core values:
Accountability: Taking ownership of their success and actions.
Integrity: Doing the right thing, regardless of whether someone is watching.
Respect: Treating all individuals with consideration, even during disagreement.
When a student prioritizes showing integrity over taking a shortcut on an assignment, or when they take accountability for managing their time for a project, they are building the resilience and character that truly drives future success.
We want our students to do their absolute best, but we believe that focusing on these values—the how of learning—is the most critical step toward achieving independence and thriving in a fast-changing world.
We look forward to continuing this partnership with you.
Sincerely,
Jason
Principal,
Purcell High School
cell: 918-873-0354
Important Safety Drill this Week
Dear PHS Parents,
This week, we will be conducting an important, comprehensive safety drill as part of our ongoing commitment to school security and preparedness. These drills are essential for ensuring our students and staff know how to react calmly and safely in a genuine emergency, and our goal is to increase security through preparedness, not to cause alarm.
Our drill will take place on Thursday, October 23rd, at 11:00 a.m. (the beginning of 4th hour).
Safety Drill Preview: Transitioning from Lock-in to Lockdown
This drill is designed to practice a specific transition from one safety status to a more urgent one.
Phase 1: Lock-in (Soft Lockdown)
The drill will begin with a Lock-in announcement.
Purpose: To secure the building when there is a potential threat in the general area outside the school, but not an immediate threat to the building itself.
Action: Students and staff will secure the perimeter of the building while classes continue as usual inside. This is a precautionary measure.
Phase 2: Lockdown (Hard Lockdown)
We will then transition the drill to a full Lockdown.
Purpose: To respond to an immediate threat or danger to the building, staff, and students.
Signal: The official Lockdown announcement will be made over the intercom.
Action: All individuals must immediately follow established safety protocols, including moving out of sight, securing doors, and remaining silent. No one should attempt to move or engage in any building sweep activity.
Our Commitment to Safety
We will thoroughly prepare students and staff for this procedure ahead of time to minimize stress and maximize learning. We will also have law enforcement officials on site to monitor our readiness and provide feedback on our protocols.
Regular drills, along with continuous checks of all entry points to ensure they are locked and secured, are vital parts of our overall school safety plan. Thank you for reinforcing the importance of these necessary preparedness exercises with your children.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.
Sincerely,
Jason
VARSITY TUTOR LIVE OFFERS STUDENTS 24/7 ONLINE TUTORING ACCESS
Students can access Varsity Tutors platform on their school-issued Chromebooks through their Clever account. Students & Parents can also access Clever account @ purcellps.org by selecting the Student Learning Page from the menu.
You can learn more about the tools available to your student here.
Parent and Student Portal Access
Please complete this form linked here if you are need of a Parent Portal Account:
https://forms.gle/kcw4yFh9UghpFKW76
If you have any problems accessing Parent Portal please contact the school directly: (405) 442-0099