BARTLESVILLE, Okla. (April 21, 2026) – The Arvest Foundation presented a check for $20,000 to Bartlesville Public Schools Foundation at the April Bartlesville Public Schools Board of Education meeting. The funds from the Arvest Foundation will support childcare for … Continued
When Kay Walker retired in 2020, she left a legacy defined by the belief that there is a way to reach every child and, as a teacher, her job was to find it. To Mrs. Walker, each student was a … Continued
Student engagement and encouragement defined David Benne’s fifty years of service as a teacher and coach. From the elementary classroom and the principal’s office to the science labs and basketball courts, David was dedicated to seeing potential where others might … Continued
As a beloved French teacher, Carol Smith didn’t just teach a world language, she made it come to life. Her classroom was filled with creativity and fun from songs to dancing to French cuisine -her students were always entertained. Through … Continued
The Truity Education Foundation continues its loyal support of public education and the Bartlesville Public Schools Foundation (the “BPS Foundation”) with a generous donation of $60,000. These funds will support the school resource officer (“SRO”) program within the Bartlesville Public … Continued
After a thoughtful and competitive selection process, the Bartlesville Public Schools Foundation Board of Directors is proud to announce the appointment of Rachel Miller as its new Executive Director, effective February 9, 2026. Miller joins the Foundation during its 40th … Continued
The Bartlesville Public Schools Foundation (BPSF) Board of Directors recently announced that the organization is launching an immediate search for its next executive director. Blair Ellis, who has served as the Foundation’s full-time executive director for almost nine years, will … Continued
The Bartlesville Public Schools Foundation is launching an immediate search for its next Executive Director. The Board is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and passionate leader who will bring a fresh perspective to the organization and build on the momentum achieved … Continued
After the first round of applications for the Bartlesville Public Schools Foundation’s teacher grant program, teachers across seven of the nine schools have received almost $25,000 in funds! To date, the grants have included numerous Classroom and Science grants, … Continued
On Saturday October 11th, the Bartlesville Public Schools Foundation hosted its Bruin 5K and Fun Run – a race that is quickly becoming an annual tradition. The race boasted 635 participants – up from 460 last year. Although the race … Continued