Join us May 4–8, 2026 as we celebrate our AMAZING teachers and staff! Each day has a fun, sports-themed way for students to show their appreciation:
⭐ MVP Monday – Write a thank you note, card, or draw a picture
🏈 Touchdown Tuesday – Help replenish classroom supplies (Flair pens, Expo markers, Post-its, etc.)
⚾ World Series Wednesday – Give a high-five or fist bump to staff you see
🏀 Three Point Thursday – Bring your teacher their favorite snack or drink
🥅 Field Goal Friday – Surprise your teacher with something special
We are so grateful for all our staff does to support our students every day!
💚 Feel free to show your appreciation in any way you’d like—these are simply suggestions.
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to see staff favorite things!
👏 Don’t forget our specials teachers, assistants, and support staff—they make a BIG difference too!

Calling all incoming 6th grade football players (2026–2027 school year)—it’s time to get in the game!
Join us for an important meeting to kick off your middle school football journey:
📅 Monday, May 4
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 MacArthur Middle School Library
Come meet the coach and get all the info you need to be ready for the season:
✔️ Meet the Coach
✔️ Physicals Information
✔️ Rank One Overview
✔️ Q&A Session
This is a great opportunity to learn what it means to be a Scot and get prepared for an exciting season ahead. We can’t wait to see our future players there! 💚💛

Calling all incoming 6th grade football players (2026–2027 school year)—it’s time to get in the game!
Join us for an important meeting to kick off your middle school football journey:
📅 Monday, May 4
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 MacArthur Middle School Library
Come meet the coach and get all the info you need to be ready for the season:
✔️ Meet the Coach
✔️ Physicals Information
✔️ Rank One Overview
✔️ Q&A Session
This is a great opportunity to learn what it means to be a Scot and get prepared for an exciting season ahead. We can’t wait to see our future players there! 💚💛

Do you love to sing, dance, and perform? Ready to be part of something award-winning?
The MMS Show Choir — Scot Signature Sound! — is looking for dedicated, high-energy students to join our team!
🏆 We’re a Best in Show for Single Voice
🏆 We're Top Ten in Middle School Show Choir
🌟 We’ve earned numerous Superior ratings
If you’re passionate, hardworking, and ready to shine on stage, we want YOU!
💥 Don’t miss your chance—sign up to audition today!
Come be part of a team that brings music to life and creates unforgettable performances.

We’re excited to celebrate our students with a special promotion slideshow! Please send in a baby picture and a current/5th grade photo of your child by May 8. You can text them to your child’s teacher, drop them off at the PPE office, or email them to shelby.knowles@lawtonps.org
We can’t wait to showcase our amazing Panthers! 🐾

You're invited to our Salas Dinner Fundraiser TODAY!
📅 Monday, April 13th
📍 Salas Urban Cantina
⏰ 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Support Pioneer Park Elementary just by enjoying a great meal! Be sure to mention Pioneer Park at checkout so a portion of your purchase goes back to our school.
Bring your family, invite your friends, and come hungry—we can’t wait to see you there!
💛Help us fuel our amazing Pioneer Park staff as we finish the school year strong! 💚
We’re collecting snacks, drinks, and treats to keep our staff energized and feeling appreciated.
👉 Check out our Amazon Wish List here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3G2UIUPEAMO43?ref_=wl_share
Every item makes a difference—thank you for supporting our team! 🐾

This week, PTO is switching things up! Instead of our usual popcorn and pickle snack cart, we’re selling cotton candy 🎉
✨ $4 each
📅 Orders due by Thursday, April 2nd at 9:00 AM
💵 Cash only
Be sure to send in your order form so your student can enjoy this fun treat!
Thank you for supporting our PTO! 💙

Don’t forget—Pioneer Park PTO Spring Easter Bunny Pics are happening Wednesday, March 25!
💚 $7.00 for a 5x7 color photo
💚 Cash or Cash App accepted ($PioneerParkPTO)
💚 No sibling pictures
📅 All order forms & payment are due TOMORROW (Wednesday, March 25)!
Send your form and payment in so your student can hop in for a cute Easter photo tomorrow! 🐣🌸
Mark your calendars for April 2nd and get ready for a fun-filled day sponsored by our amazing Student Council! 🎉
Our STUCO members are currently collecting:
🍬 Non-chocolate candy donations
🥚 Plastic egg donations
Donations will be accepted now through March 27th.
Thank you for your continued support in helping us make this year’s egg hunt a huge success for our students! 💛🐰

Join us at Texas Roadhouse on Tuesday, March 10th from 3:00–10:00 PM to support Pioneer Park Elementary School! 🐾💚
📍 2512 NW Cache Road, Lawton, OK
📞 (580) 248-7427
When you present this flyer (dine-in or to-go), 10% of your total food purchase will be donated back to Pioneer Park!
It’s an easy (and delicious!) way to support our school. Grab your family, invite your friends, and let’s pack the house for our Panthers! 🖤💚

We’re excited to celebrate the joy of reading March 2nd–6th with a fun spirit week for our students!
🧢 Monday – Hats (& Socks) Off to Reading!
Wear your favorite hat and crazy socks.
🏈 Tuesday – Reading Is Our Favorite Sport!
Wear sports apparel, team jerseys, or workout gear.
🐾 Wednesday – Wild About Reading!
Wear an animal shirt or animal print.
😎 Thursday – Reading Makes You Bright!
Wear sunglasses, bright colors, and all the sparkles!
🧸 Friday – Snuggle Up and Read!
Wear pajamas and bring a stuffed friend to read with you (must fit in backpack).
Let’s work together to encourage a love of reading at home and at school! 📖
Keep books handy, set reading goals, and most importantly—read what makes you happy!
We can’t wait to see everyone participate and celebrate the power of reading! 💙

We can’t wait to celebrate reading with fun dress-up days, school spirit, and lots of great books March 2nd–6th! From crazy socks and sports gear to animal print and pajamas, it’s going to be a week full of literacy and fun!
Check out the flyer for each day’s theme and start planning now! Let’s make it a week to remember and show our Panthers that reading is something to celebrate! 🐾💙

You’re invited to join us on a SUPER SECRET MISSION!
Do you love reading? Do you love surprises? We’re looking for parents, grandparents, and community members to volunteer as Mystery Guest Readers in our classrooms during March 2nd–6th!
Help us make reading fun and exciting for our Panthers by surprising a class with a special read-aloud. 💙
📖 Ready to become a Pioneer Park Page-Turner?
Contact a PPE teacher today to sign up and schedule your visit!
The more readers, the merrier! Let’s show our students that reading is for everyone! 🐾✨

Pioneer Park Panthers, it’s time to shine!
Tomorrow is Spring Picture Day — we’ll be taking:
✨ Individual student pictures
✨ Group class pictures
Wear your brightest smile and get ready to snap a special photo with your classmates!
Order forms were sent home last week; however, we have a few extra order forms in the office if needed.
Or, you can order online at:
1. OKSCHOOLPICS.com
2. Click "order school pictures" on the website
3. Enter this online event number: 27308075


Dear 4th and 5th Grade Families,
We are excited to share that our 4th and 5th grade students will be participating in a district-wide music event, LINK-UP: Orchestra Rocks, featuring the Lawton Philharmonic Orchestra.
Event Details:
Date: Friday, February 6, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: Lawton High School Auditorium
This is a student-only event designed specifically for Lawton 4th and 5th graders. Students will be leaving campus during the school day to attend the performance and will return to school afterward. Transportation and supervision will be provided by the school.
This engaging program blends classical music with rock-and-roll elements and offers students a unique, interactive learning experience. We are thrilled for our students to take part in this special opportunity.
Thank you for your continued support—we know our students will have an amazing experience!
-Mrs. McPhail, Ms. Heinz, Mrs. Green, Mr. Weaver, Ms. Zupper, Mrs. Croley, and Dr. Rhodes

Registration is open for ages 6U–12U!
💲 Cost: $80
📅 Sign up by February 12
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register and pay, or visit the link provided.
👋 Coaches are needed!
Let’s play ball, Panthers! 🐾💚💛
Join us at Chick-fil-A Cache Road on
📅 Tuesday, February 3, 2026
⏰ 4:00–8:00 PM
‼️ IMPORTANT: To ensure Pioneer Park (PPE) receives credit, orders MUST be placed through the Chick-fil-A app and you must select “Pioneer Park” as your Community Care Event before placing your order.
When you order through the app and select Pioneer Park, 15% of your purchase will be donated directly to PPE!
📲 Please plan to order through the app, spread the word, and help support our Panthers. Thank you for always supporting Pioneer Park! 🐾
