UPDATED: How will eighth-graders meet the requirements of the Driven to Read program?
Oklahoma law requires students to successfully complete the reading portion of the eighth-grade English language arts (ELA) assessment in order to apply for a driver license or permit. See 70 O.S. § 1210.515. However, the test will not be administered this year as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Accordingly, the State Board of Education, at its March 25 meeting, adopted an emergency rule to allow the state to provide a medical exemption for this requirement. All eighth-graders in the 2019-20 school year will receive this exemption. After communicating with the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety (DPS), it is the OSDE’s understanding that this exemption will satisfy the requirements.

Students wishing to take the driver exam should also be aware that DPS has instituted the following restrictions:

• All driving skills tests have been canceled;
• Only 10 customers are allowed in an office at one time; and
• Every customer must have an appointment.

This is the latest update from our Superintendent, Keith Sinor 3/16/2020

This afternoon, the state Board of Education voted to close all Oklahoma schools, effective immediately, until at least April 6 in an effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19. This includes Tuttle Public Schools. Additionally, there will be no school activities during this time. While state officials mandated schools to close for two weeks following spring break, they also encouraged administrators to prepare for the possibility of longerterm closures, if it becomes necessary. At least 35 other states across the country also have made the decision to close schools statewide in the interest of public health. Oklahoma schools are not expected to be required to make-up the missed days. At this time, schools have been instructed by the state Department of Education not to provide online, home-based or distance learning for students. This is an unprecedented situation, and it continues to evolve by the hour. We know this uncertainty can cause anxiety and worry, but we want to assure you that we are doing everything possible to ensure the needs of students and employees will be met during this unique time. We will be closed for classes, but – as a district – we will continue to serve our community, while abiding by the healthy best practices that have been recommended by the CDC. Employees will receive information about their responsibilities during the school closure over the next few days. We encourage you to comply with what health officials have recommended as well. If you can, please stay home and enjoy family time. If you must go out, please practice social distancing, allowing at least six feet between you and other individuals. If you have questions about COVID-19, please contact your medical professional or the county health department. You also can learn more about how to prevent the illness by visiting https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019- ncov/prepare/prevention.html Communication will be key during the next two weeks. It is our hope that accurate and up-to-date correspondence will combat fear and panic, as well as help you make well-informed decisions for your family. As a district, we will be sending correspondence to you by social media and e-notes. For Tuttle Public Schools there is nothing more important than the safety and health of our students, staff and community. We want you to be safe, and we appreciate your flexibility and understanding. Tuttle is a very special place and I have no doubt that we will rise above this challenge together.

Grateful for our Community,

Keith Sinor, Superintendent

Tuttle Middle School Handbook

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WHAT IS OKLAHOMA'S PROMISE?

Oklahoma's Promise offers qualified Oklahoma students an opportunity to earn a scholarship for college tuition.
 

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be an Oklahoma resident.
• Must enroll in the 8th, 9th or 10th grade.
• The parents' federal adjusted gross income must not exceed $55K per year.
• Please click link below
• https://www.okhighered.org/okpromise/