Office of the Superintendent

Sherry Durkee

Contact the Superintendent

Email: Sherry.Durkee@Sandites.org

Mailing Address: 11 W. Broadway, Sand Springs, OK 74063

Welcome to a New School Year, Sandites!

It is my pleasure to welcome you back for the new school year at Sand Springs Public Schools. Whether you are a returning family or new to our district, I am eager to start another year of learning, growth, and success with you.

Looking Back at 2023-24

Before we begin the new year, let’s take a look back at some of the great things that happened in the 2023-24 school year.

Graphic reading Future-Ready Sandites Sand Springs Student Investment Plan 2024 Approved by Voters KKT logo

Voters Approve Future-Ready Sandites Bond Proposal

On February 13, 2024, Sand Springs voters passed the Future-Ready Sandites bond propositions 1 and 2 with 87% approval. Thanks to voters like you, our district will see major changes in the coming years, including a new building for 7th and 8th grade students, a new ADA entrance at Central Administrative Services, a new press box at memorial stadium, and MUCH more.

graphic with photos of three students. text read: Congratulations 2023 College Board National Recognition Honorees. Gracey Massey National Indigenous Award. Davien Peyketewa, National African American Recognition Award. Miriam Wilbanks, National Indigenous Award.

Students Receive National Recognition from College Board

Students at Charles Page High School earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. Gracey Massey and Miriam Wilbanks earned the National Indigenous Award, and Davien Peyketewa earned the National African American Recognition Award. These programs celebrate students' hard work in high school and showcase their strong academic performance. Honorees demonstrated exceptional academic achievement through their grade point average, PSAT, and/or AP exams.

CPHS Drama Students act on stage in "The Insanity of Mary Girard"

CPHS Drama Wins One-Act Play Regionals

In October 2023, CPHS Drama won the OSSAA 6A Regional One-Act Play Contest! Directed by teacher Andrea Campfield, these thespians performed “The Insanity of Mary Girard” by Lanie Robinson. Students were judged on criteria including believability, creativity, vocal expression, and set design. In addition to their overall win, students Avery Miller, Shawnna Davis, and Reese Wood earned All-Star Recognitions.

Headshot of CPHS Teacher Jessica Sprague

Jessica Sprague Earns Award from Project Lead the Way (PLTW)

CPHS Engineering teacher Jessica Sprague earned national recognition from PLTW. The award recognizes educators who demonstrate a strong record of delivering an inspiring and empowering student experience, while expanding access to PLTW programs and transforming teaching. She is one of only 38 teachers in the United States to earn the 2023-24 Outstanding PLTW Teacher Award.

Sand Springs Varsity Baseball Team receives Sandite Spirit Award at June Board of Education Meeting

Sandite Baseball Has Historic Season

The Charles Page High School Varsity Baseball Team played an outstanding season during the 2023-24 school year. This spring, the team won their first regional championship since 2011. They also competed in the 6A state finals for the first time since 1978.

Preschool Teacher Addison Lambert receives grants from the Sand Springs Education Foundation

SSEF Gives Nearly $80k in Grants

The Sand Springs Education Foundation distributed 48 grants totaling nearly $80,000 to Sand Springs teachers. These grants will support projects involving art, literature, science, physical education, and MUCH more.

Looking Forward

Graphic with photos of new leaders at Charles Page High School/Freshman Academy. Text reads: Welcome new leadership. Ryan Bivin, Principal, Charles Page High School. Matt Brown, Assistant Principal, Charles Page High School. Kristen Simpson, Assistant Principal, Charles Page High School. Ashley Canterbury, Assistant Principal, Charles Page Freshman Academy.

New Leadership at CPHS and Freshman Academy

Students at CPHS/FA will notice some new faces– as well as some familiar ones– leading the way this year! Congratulations to these Sandites on their new roles:

  • Ryan Bivin, CPHS Principal

  • Matt Brown, CPHS Assistant Principal

  • Kristen Simpson, CPHS Assistant Principal

  • Ashley Canterbury, CPFA Assistant Principal

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construction vehicles at Clyde Boyd Middle School

Putting Bond Dollars to Work

Thanks to Sand Springs voters, you will see a lot of improvements around our district in the years to come! Work began over the summer on a new bus oval at Clyde Boyd Middle School, as well as a Central Administrative Services entrance and community plaza. The entrance/plaza project is funded by both the Future-Ready Sandites bond and the City of Sand Springs 2022 GO Bond. Be sure to follow us on Facebook for bond project updates

I am honored to be part of a community that works together for a brighter future. When Sandites stand together, there’s nothing we can’t do. Thank you for joining us on this adventure in the new school year, and GO SANDITES!

Superintendent Sherry Durkee hugging a student at graduation

Sherry Durkee
Superintendent
Sand Springs Public Schools