Howe Public Schools

As we head into the home stretch of basketball playoffs and begin the journey into spring sports, it is a good time for students, families, and the community to reflect on how best to support our students and represent our school. It is highly encouraged to keep in mind we are here to support our students. Hostility and taunting toward the students or fans from another school does not fit in our intent with extracurriculars. Here are only a few of the many reasons to consider. First, students will follow the lead of adults. Let us be sure and set a positive tone for our students to succeed by focusing on the task at hand instead of the opposition and by maintaining positive attitudes. In addition, extracurriculars are an opportunity to be ambassadors of our school and community. Let's give the best versions of ourselves. There could also be a lot at stake for students. We are blessed with incredibly talented and hard-working students. There are college scouts watching our students from time to time. We want to give the very best representation of what our students can do instead of distracting them or the scouts by enveloping contests with negativity. We all want the best for our students, so let's make sure we put them in a position for their greatest success! Thank you for your time and consideration. GO LIONS! George Spears Howe High School Principal

Howe Public Schools is scheduled to host Districts on Saturday, Feb 15. Both teams will play Wilburton at Howe. The girls’ game is scheduled for 6 pm and the boys’ game will follow at 7:30 pm. Both games will be live streamed at https://www.facebook.com/howeschools Admission: Tickets may be purchased online using the GoFan app in advance or at the gate (scan QR code for link). The cost will be $7 per person plus $1.35 processing fee. Cash purchases will be available for $10 per person at the gate. OSSAA Playoff Passes through GoFan and OSSAA issued media passes are the only passes accepted. The gates will open approximately 45 minutes prior to the first game. #HPSLions

Congratulations once again to a group of hardworking individuals. Last weekend our 4-H and FFA students competed at Wilburton EOSC Livestock Show. Here is the list of our accomplishments. Rhilynn Young 💥Competed in class 1 of Dark Cross Market Hogs Chloey Young 💥Competed in class 1 of Dark Cross Market Hogs Abby Hale 💥Hampshire Class Winner 💥2nd Place Crossbred Krista Campbell 💥Crossbred Class Winner Rebal Campbell 💥3rd Place Crossbred

Just a quick reminder, we are currently selling Blue & Gold and DJ’s products. Last day to buy will be Feb 20th as we will be collecting money from the students on 21st. Please find one of our FFA members or contact Mr. Lott.

We have ordered several EXTRA PLAYOFF short sleeve t-shirts in Red and a few in White. If you'd like to make a request/order for EXTRAS, please submit this form. These orders will be confirmed on a FIRST SUBMISSION basis. You will be notified toward the end next week if your request can be filled. After your order is confirmed, payment will be due to the school by Friday, Feb 14 at 3 pm. Order Request: https://bit.ly/extratshirts

Next week's lunch menu.

Happy National School Counselor Day to Amy Donathan, Jessica Oldaker, Carmie Robertson, and Tiffaney Kirby! Today, we celebrate the incredible work of our academic and behavioral health counselors who support our students every step of the way! Whether they’re guiding academic success, providing emotional support, helping with career planning, or fostering personal growth, their impact is life-changing. We are grateful for their dedication to student well-being, both in and out of the classroom. Drop a comment below to share your appreciation! ⬇️ #SchoolCounselorDay #ThankYouCounselors #SupportingStudents

(Updated Game Times) Just a reminder, Friday, February 7 is Senior Night starting at 5:30 pm ahead of the Howe vs Westville games. JV Girls at 6 pm; Varsity Girls at 7 pm and Varsity Boys to follow. The Senior Night Ceremony and Varsity Ballgames will be video live-streamed on Facebook with the voice of the Lions, Bob Marchant! See you there! #SeniorNight #OneLastTime #Classof2025 #FinalBuzzer #HPSLions

Basketball Schedule Updated Game Times: Friday, Feb 7 - Senior Night at 5:30 pm JV Girls at 6 pm Varsity Girls at 7 pm Varsity Boys to follow.

It is with great pleasure that this award was shared with us by the Choctaw Nation POSSE summer program. We truly appreciate the continued support we receive from many of their amazing programs.

7/8 B Girls Game at Howe vs. Spiro at 4:30.. followed by the 7/8 Varsity games begin.. No JV game at Howe.. Boys games at Spiro will be as scheduled

Congratulations to the HS and JH Archery Teams and their Coach, Jon Sockey. Howe High School won the LeFlore County Archery Championship yesterday. Here are the individual results and places for both HS and JH: JH boys 5th place- Dalton Emerson JH girls 3rd place - Cindy Perez HS girls 3rd place - Teagan Dodd HS boys 4th place - Darren Hudlow 3rd place - Sylus Cooper 2nd place - Jason Utter 1st place - Westin Tarpley Top Overall Archer Westin Tarpley #ArcheryLions #LeFloreCoChampions

Congratulations to our Howe HS Archery team on winning the LeFlore Co Archery Tournament! More details to come! (h/t & graphic by The Scorers Table)

Howe is hosting the Leflore County Archery Meet today! Good luck to our teams!

Blood Drive Alert! It’s time for the STUCO’s Spring Semester Blood Drive! Join us on Monday, February 10th, from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM and Discover Your Inner Hero by donating blood! Look for the Bloodmobile! Walk-ins are welcome! Sign up ahead of time here: https://www.yourbloodinstitute.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/655896 All donors will receive a Donor Multiverse T-shirt and a free Bundtlet from Nothing Bundt Cakes (while supplies last)! Let’s save lives together, Lions! 🦁❤️ #HoweLions #BloodDrive #BeAHero

Parent-Teacher Conferences are happening this Thursday, Feb. 6, from 3:30 - 6:30 PM. This is a great opportunity to connect with your child’s teachers and discuss their progress! No School for Students on Friday, Feb. 7!

Just a reminder, basketball playoff apparel orders must be submitted by 8 am on Friday, Feb 7. Playoff Apparel Orders can be made at https://bit.ly/howe2025.

Congratulations to our Howe High School Class of 2025 Honor Grads! The Baccalaureate service is scheduled for Sunday, May 11th at 5:30 pm; Graduation service is scheduled for May 11th at 7:pm. Both programs will be held in the gymnasium. The Valedictorian is Micah Davidson, the daughter of Michael and Jennifer Davidson. Her weighted GPA is 4.507. The Salutatorian is Abigail Donathan, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Donathan. Her weighted GPA is 4.4438. The Historian is Dulce Ramirez, the daughter of Cirilo and Luz Maria Ramirez. Her weighted GPA is 4.3939.

No Valentine's day deliveries are allowed at school for PK - 5th grade.

Attention Howe Basketball Fans! Playoff Apparel Orders can be made at https://bit.ly/howe2025 Orders must be submitted by 8 am on Friday, Feb 7. We have eliminated the online store option due to the taxes AND credit card fees (6%) that are applied to your order. Payments (check or cash) must be made to Howe Schools by Thursday. Feb 13. Orders will arrive on Thursday, Feb. 13. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Parks at 918-635-4071. Proceeds from the sale of playoff apparel are applied to our streaming fees charged by OSSAA for ALL playoff games. Thank you! Good luck to our Lions and Lady Lions as they enter tournament play next week. #HPSLions