Thelma R. Parks Elementary School

08/30/2026

Happy Sunday, Parks Families! 💙🐺

📚 Don’t forget about our upcoming Student-Led Conferences & Title I Meetings on September 22 or 24 at 4:30 p.m. Families only need to attend one session. We look forward to seeing you!

Have a wonderful week, Wolf Pack!

08/26/2026

Look who’s back!!!!

08/16/2026

Introducing our new staff for the 26-27 school year!

08/14/2026

Thank you First Security Bank and Trust! We appreciate your ongoing support!

07/28/2026

07/27/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring at Thelma Parks Elementary! 🚨

Join a purpose-driven, data-driven, and student-centered team committed to helping every child learn, grow, and thrive.

We are currently seeking:
🍎 1st Grade Teacher
📊 Instructional Coach
💙 Special Education Teacher

At Parks, educators are supported, empowered, and encouraged to make a lasting impact. Apply today at okcps.org/careers or contact Principal Jessica Johnson at [email protected] or 405-587-4000 for more information.

07/23/2026

📚 Reminder: Our first Back-to-School Bash of the year is Saturday, July 25, at Douglass High School!
Join OKCPS and our presenting partner, OU Health, for a fun day of back-to-school preparation! Families can connect with community resources, pick up school supplies, and get everything they need for a successful start to the new school year. See less

🎒 Get ready for the new school year at the Back-to-School Bash!

Presented in partnership with OU Health, this FREE event for enrolled OKCPS families offers everything you need to start the school year strong, including:
• School supplies
• Health screenings
• Enrollment assistance
• Community resources
• And more!

A special thank you to St. Luke's Methodist Church, TTCU Federal Credit Union, Cox, BancFirst and our many other partners for their generous donations to make this event possible!

📍 July 25 | 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Douglass High School

📍 August 1 | 1–4 p.m.
U.S. Grant High School

Learn more: https://sites.google.com/okcps.org/enrollment-back-to-school/back-to-school-resources/back-to-school-bash

07/23/2026

📅 Planning your next getaway? The best time to take a vacation is when school is already out! By scheduling vacations during school breaks, students can stay on track with their learning, build strong routines and avoid missing valuable classroom instruction.
Every day in school matters, and being present helps students stay connected with their teachers, classmates and learning. Check out our vacation planning guide before booking your next trip! 📚
View the OKCPS 2026-27 Student Calendar here: https://bit.ly/3RbMjln See less

📅 Planning your next getaway? The best time to take a vacation is when school is already out! By scheduling vacations during school breaks, students can stay on track with their learning, build strong routines and avoid missing valuable classroom instruction.

Every day in school matters, and being present helps students stay connected with their teachers, classmates and learning. Check out our vacation planning guide before booking your next trip! 📚

View the OKCPS 2026-27 Student Calendar here: https://bit.ly/3RbMjln