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'Shine Your Light:' Edmond Schools Superintendent Says Theme Of 2024-25 School Year Encourages Student Individuality

Alexis Young With more than 20,000 students expected to be in classrooms across the district, Edmond Superintendent Dr. Angela Greenwald said the district is doing what they can to remind each one they are special.

Norman Public Schools Preparing To Welcome 15,000 Students Back To The Classroom

Addie Crawford While other districts in the Oklahoma City metro are experiencing staff shortages, 15,000 students in Norman are heading back to fully-staffed schools, the district says.

Putnam City Schools Working To Increase Attendance, Combat Absenteeism

News 9 As Putnam City Public Schools students come back to the classroom on Wednesday, district leaders say they are working on new, innovative ways to decrease absenteeism this academic year.

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Mid-Del Schools Implement Clear Backpack Policy For Middle And High School Students

Addie Crawford After two shootings involving the district, one at a Del City High School basketball game and another at a football game in Choctaw, a new policy at Mid-Del Schools requires clear backpacks for all middle and high school students.

American Red Cross Provides Safety Checklist To Follow As Kids Head Back To School

News 9 The American Red Cross has guidelines for parents and students to follow to ensure safety as their families go back to school.

Oklahoma Organization Works to Address Childcare Shortage Amid Back-to-School Rush

News 9 As Oklahoma families face rising childcare costs and shortages, the Oklahoma Partnership for School Readiness is stepping up with resources and advocating for a tri-share model to alleviate financial burdens.

The Porch Learns About New After-School Program Launching With Oklahoma City Public Schools

News 9 A new after-school program called "Kidz Rock" is launching with Oklahoma City Public Schools to give students an engaging environment at an affordable price.

News 9 Anchors Share Their Back To School Photos

News 9 In honor of seeing viewers' back-to-school pictures, Lacie Lowry, Robin Marsh, and Lacey Swope found some throwback pictures from when they were in school.

Bus Drivers Needed As Classes Begin For OKCPS Students, District Says

Addie Crawford Despite a need for additional bus drivers, Oklahoma City Public Schools is prepared for the first day of classes on Tuesday.

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Oklahoma Nonprofit Helping Children Go Back-To-School Clothes Shopping

Addie Crawford An Edmond nonprofit is helping foster children start the school year right by helping them put together an outfit for the first day of school.

Yukon Schools Looking For Candidates Willing To 'Make A Difference' For Open Bus Driver Positions

Addie Crawford Yukon Public School's director of transportation said the ongoing bus driver shortage doesn’t just hit affect the Oklahoma City metro, but runs deep across the state.

Edmond Schools Announce Need For Substitute Teachers

News 9 A week before the first day of classes, Edmond Public Schools announced the district is in need of substitute teachers.

Moore Police Give Key Safety Reminders For Driving In School Zones

News 9 Moore Police Department says it is increasing its presence in school zones to ensure drivers follow traffic laws as the school year starts again.

Pediatrician Offers Tips on Getting Kids Back into a Sleep Routine

News 9 Pediatrician Dr. Ryan Brown joined News 9 at 9 to share insights on why sleep is vital for children and how to help them get back on track before the new school year begins.

Several Oklahoma City Metro School Districts Share Need For Bus Drivers

News 9 Several school districts in the Oklahoma City metro are looking to fill open bus driver positions ahead of the start of the 2024-25 academic year.

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OKCPS Hosts 'Back-To-School Bash' To Help Families Prepare For 2024 School Year

News 9 At OKCPS's second' Back-to-School Bash' of the year, students and families can pick up school supplies, enroll in after-school activities, receive medical screenings, and more.

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Deer Creek Teachers Receive Pay Raise As School Year Begins

Metropolitan Library Shares Back-To-School Resources For Students On The Porch

The Porch Visits Norman's Lakeview Elementary For First Day Of School

Oklahoma Back-To-School Calendar Guide For Fall 2024

'Shine Your Light:' Edmond Schools Superintendent Says Theme Of 2024-25 School Year Encourages Student Individuality

Norman Public Schools Preparing To Welcome 15,000 Students Back To The Classroom

Putnam City Schools Working To Increase Attendance, Combat Absenteeism

Mid-Del Schools Implement Clear Backpack Policy For Middle And High School Students

American Red Cross Provides Safety Checklist To Follow As Kids Head Back To School

Oklahoma Organization Works to Address Childcare Shortage Amid Back-to-School Rush

The Porch Learns About New After-School Program Launching With Oklahoma City Public Schools

News 9 Anchors Share Their Back To School Photos

Bus Drivers Needed As Classes Begin For OKCPS Students, District Says

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Oklahoma Nonprofit Helping Children Go Back-To-School Clothes Shopping

Yukon Schools Looking For Candidates Willing To 'Make A Difference' For Open Bus Driver Positions

Edmond Schools Announce Need For Substitute Teachers

Moore Police Give Key Safety Reminders For Driving In School Zones

Pediatrician Offers Tips on Getting Kids Back into a Sleep Routine

Several Oklahoma City Metro School Districts Share Need For Bus Drivers

OKCPS Hosts 'Back-To-School Bash' To Help Families Prepare For 2024 School Year