Over 1.3 million juniors in about 20,000 high schools entered the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program. Yesterday, officials announced the names of the 16,000 semifinalists, with less than 30 from Oklahoma, and one of them BHS senior, Luke Gillespie.
Semifinalists represent less than 1% of US high school seniors and include the highest scoring entrants in each state. A semifinalist must have an outstanding academic record throughout high school, be endorsed and recommended by their high school, write an essay, and earn a qualifying SAT score. Additionally, taken into account, are the student's academic record, participation in school and community activities, demonstrated leadership, abilities, employment, and honors and awards received.
Congratulations, Luke, for being a semifinalist and good luck as you advance in this prestigious competition!
(Finalists will be announced in the spring.)
Hello Nutrition is our September Partner of the Month for Bethany Public Schools. They donated to our back to school breakfast, staff appreciation drinks, field trips for the Alternative Ed & Yearbook programs, and will be hosting several art exhibitions this year! This business is a great example of what we are looking for in support of BPS, one that supports our students and teachers, offers resources, and develops ongoing relationships with our schools and people! Stop by their shop at 3909 N. College and say thanks and try a beverage!
For more info on how you can be a Partner in Education contact donate@bpsforkids.org.
Come enjoy an evening at the fair and listen to BHS senior, Sonya Murphy performing on the bandshell stage at the state fairgrounds!
BHS key club is having a donation drive for the Bethany animal shelter this week! Donate any leashes, collars, Kong toys, and non-beef dog food to earn points!
Fall HOCO shirts are on sale. Two ways to purchase
1) Online with card here is the link https://faststitch-ba4285.printavo.com/merch/bhs-homecoming-2025/products/bhs-homecoming-tshirt-833985
2) Email ltackett@bethanyschools.com with your size, then pay with cash or check made payable to BPS.
Cost is $18. Shirts are Comfort Colors.
Online Orders close next Sunday, 9/14/25 at 11:59 pm
Tackett orders close Saturday, 9/13/25 at 6:00 pm
Get your Wild West HOCO shirts! We will wear them on HOCO 9/26/25 they will be handed out on 9/24
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Homecoming is Sept 26th! Order your HOCO mums and buttons now.
Want to get involved? Join a club! This Thursday at lunch in the art room, Key Club has its first meeting of the year and everyone is welcome to come learn what we're all about!
Senior class shirts are in sale. You can order online with credit card: https://faststitch-ba4285.printavo.com/merch/bethany-high-school-seniors
You can also order with cash or check made out to BPS by emailing Ms. Tackett the color and size you want to order. Email orders close August 28th online orders close Aug 29th.
Families, don't forget that parent night is tonight from 5:30 to 7 PM!
Who's ready for fall? We are! Time to get cozy with a good book!
Stop by and pick up your bingo card from the library today for our Fall Reading Challenge!
Send your broncho a care package this year at school! Order forms are being accepted through September 30th to send your student a Broncho Box.
Boxes will be distributed at the end of October, before semester break, at Valentine's Day, and before the end of the school year. You can also send a box on their birthday or just because! And don't forget to schedule a special graduation box for high school seniors!
Order forms will be available in the office and on parent night, Monday night August 25th. Contact Cmccann@bethanyschools.com for questions.
We would like to give heartfelt thanks and recognition to these Bethany businesses who have contributed their support to Bethany Public Schools and are committed Partners in Education for the 2025 - 2026 school year! Their generosity will be used to support student academic outcomes through programs at each site. If you would like information on how you or your business can partner with Bethany Public Schools, please see the flyer below!
Have you seen our new Bethany spirit wear? On this site, you can choose any color of shirt, any style, hoodie, zip up, Jamas, pants, shorts, tote, bags, backpacks, hats, etc.! In sizes, infants, and on up! Products are shipped directly to you and each week is a new sale! This week on sale are sponge hoodies, wicking short sleeves, zip ups, ladies beach crewnecks, triblend short sleeve tees, and tote bags!
Check it out at www.bethanyschoolspiritwear.com!
Hey freshman families! Jump on over to Instagram and follow the freshman class Instagram for BHS news and events specific to freshman!
What a way to end the first full week! Happy Friday!
Mrs. Pace treated these readers to Breakfast and Books at Neighborhood Jam as a reward for completing her summer bookstore challenge.
Congratulations to our volleyball team for being the Verdigris tournament champions and good luck on their next tournament at Christian Heritage Academy on Monday!
Seniors kick off the year with some favorite traditions! Car decorating the night before school starts and senior sunrise on the field!
Here is an exciting opportunity for students. Applications are now open for the Bethany Youth Council.
The Bethany Youth Council is a leadership and civic engagement program designed to give high school students the opportunity to learn about local government, develop leadership skills, and participate in community projects. The program is open to rising juniors and seniors.
Applications close next Friday, August 29th.
This summer, while working nearly every weeknight at Raising Cane’s, Luke Gillespie also completed the Certified Nursing Assistant program at Francis Tuttle—and he’s now a licensed CNA! Way to go Luke!!
Our Bethany Public Schools app keeps getting better and better! Parents/guardians who have already created a Rooms account can now access new app features like Messages and Class Streams via web and in the app.
Haven't created your guardian account for Rooms yet? Be on the lookout for an invite in your text messages or email inbox.
Download for Android https://bit.ly/3R0wXMh
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/47sZe5l
