Back to School
This back to school page is your information hub for a strong start to the year.Use the buttons below to jump to each section.
Attendance
Good attendance is vital to the academic success of every student. Please make sure your student arrives at school on time every day. Click here for more information on attendance.
Your child should stay home from school if they meet any of the following criteria:
- A fever of 100 degrees or higher (fever must be gone for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication before sending back to school)
- A severe or persistent cough
- Diarrhea or vomiting (keep home until 24 hours after the last episode)
General Guidelines on When to Keep Your Child at Home / Guía general sobre cuando dejar que sus hijos se queden en casa si están enfermos
Back to School Events
Back to School Form
Want to get a head start for next school year? Fill out our Back to School form now! You can begin the application process by logging onto SmartChoice at enroll.tulsaschools.org and clicking on the “Back to School” form.
Bell Times
Bus routes
Find your bus route
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Required immunizations
Vaccines Required to Attend School in Oklahoma: 2022-23 School Year
(Vacunas Requeridas para Asistir a La Escuela en Oklahoma Año Escolar 2022-23)
Vaccines |
Pre-K |
K-6th |
7th-12th |
|
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DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis) |
4 DTap |
5 DTap |
5DaTP* & 1 DTap booster |
*If the 4th does of DTap is administered on or after the child’s 4th birthday, then the 5th dose DTap is not required |
IPV/OPV (inactivated polio/oral polio) |
3 IPV/OPV |
4 IPV/OPV |
4IPV/OPV* |
*If the 3rd dose of IPV/OPV is administered on or after the child’s 4th birthday, then the 4th dose of IPV/OPV is not required. |
MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) |
1 MMR |
2MMR |
2 MMR |
|
HepB (hepatitis B) |
3 HepB |
3 HepB* |
3 HepB* |
*Students 11 through 15 years of age who have not previously received any HEP B vaccine may receive a 2 dose series of Merck®Adult Hepatitis B vaccine to satisfy this requirement. All other children (younger or older) must receive 3 doses of pediatric Hepatitis B vaccine. |
HepA (hepatitis A) |
2 HepA |
2HepA |
2HepA |
|
Varicella (chickenpox) |
1 varicella |
1 varicella |
1 varicella |
2nd dose is recommended at kindergarten entry |
orientation Day
Tuesday, August 16 is the district-wide orientation day for pre-K, kindergarten, 6th grade, and 9th grade students.
- Schools will operate on regular bell start time
- Transportation is provided for students - regular routes that will operate during school year
- Breakfast will be provided for students
- Orientation will be 2.5 hours
- Schools will create their own plans for the day. Reach out to your school for details.
Tulsa City of Learning
To find out of school time learning opportunities with community partners this year, check out www.Tulsacityoflearning.org.
school Calendar
Printable Teacher Calendar 2022-2023
INCLUDES PROFESSIONAL DAYS FOR STATE REPORTING
Incluye días profesionales para informes estatales
school supplies
School supply lists will be added as they become available.
Student enrollment
If you are new to the district or returning from another district, make sure to complete your child’s enrollment before the school year begins. Visit www.tulsaschools.org/enroll or come to the Enrollment Center at 2819 S. New Haven Ave between 8am and 4pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
Student and School Safety
Click here for information on school emergency procedures and COVID-19.
SEE. HEAR. SHARE.
You can help keep your school community safe. If you see or hear something concerning, call 918-480-SAFE, text 480SAFE, email share@tulsaschools.org, or share it with a trusted adult. Our See.Hear.Share hotline is staffed around the clock
Resources for COVID-19 vaccination
The COVID-19 vaccine is available free of charge to anyone ages 6 months and older.
COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective at preventing COVID-19 and reduce the risk of spreading the virus that causes COVID-19. The federal government is providing free vaccinations to all people living in the United States, regardless of their immigration or health insurance status.
You can get a free ride to your vaccination appointment by using one of the options below:
- Lyft: www.lyft.com/vax
- GoGo Ride Service: 1-855-921-0033 (Spanish language services available)
Click here to schedule your COVID-19 vaccination today or text your zip code to 438-829 to find a vaccination site near you.
student Meals
We encourage families of middle and high school students to complete a Free/Reduced Price Meal application for their student. Students who qualify will receive meals free of charge or for a discounted price. The Free/Reduced Price Meal application is confidential and can be completed online at www.tulsaschools.org/freemeals. The deadline to apply is September 30.
Elementary students have access to free breakfast and lunch, but we still encourage families to help support the school's access to federal funding by logging into SmartChoice at enroll.tulsaschools.org and clicking on the “Back to School” form.
Visit the child nutrition page for more information, meal prices, and to add money to your account.
Uniforms
Need help with school uniforms?
Tulsa Public Schools works with local organizations to help provide those in need with items including clothes, school supplies, shoes, and even specially requested items. Please contact your school's counselor for assistance with uniforms or supplies for the school year.
UpdatE your contact info
Weather and Emergency Updates
Make sure your contact information is up to date by calling 918-746-7500 or emailing TPSinfo@tulsaschools.org and text "Y" or "Yes" to 67587 to opt-in to safety text messages from Tulsa Public Schools.