Grove Public Schools is honored to celebrate the career service of Superintendent Pat Dodson. Mr. Dodson, or Coach, as he is still lovingly referred to by many in our community, is retiring after 33 years of coaching, teaching and leading Ridgerunner Nation. He has tirelessly served our community. Thank you for the legacy you leave behind! Mr. Dodson, we wish you nothing but the most relaxing retirement, full of lake time and chasing grandkids! ❤️🖤
Grove Lower Elementary is celebrating the retirement of three incredible educators, all of which ended their careers teaching 2nd grade.
Susie Mandrell has been with Grove Public Schools for 14 years, with a total of 17 years of teaching experience.
Julie Green, a lifelong Ridgerunner, retires after 34 years, all at Grove. We aren't sure the halls of GLE will be the same without her!
Nathan Beall has spent all of his eight years teaching with Grove Public Schools after his retirement from the US Army.
Best retirement wishes to all of these outstanding educators! The mark you have left on our students and your coworkers is undeniable. ❤️🖤
Donna Deason has touched thousands of students in her 26 years with Grove Middle School. Most notably, she created one of the most successful middle school science fair programs in the State of Oklahoma! We celebrate her second retirement with a total of 32 years of teaching experience. Thank you Mrs. Deason for your service to Ridgerunner Nation! All who sat in your classroom and worked with you are better due to your dedication and mentorship! Happy retirement!! ❤️🖤
Grove Public Schools would like to wish a happy retirement to Lucinda Hill! Ms. Hill has served as a teacher at GHS for 9 years, and 16 years of total teaching experience. Congratulations Ms. Hill! May your retirement be filled with joy and relaxation! ❤️🖤
GHS Families: The Summer Hours at GHS will begin Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026. During Summer Hours, Mrs. Cash will be at the front office of the High School on Tuesdays and Fridays ONLY, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Please come to the front door by the flag poles and ring the bell. The only interruption in this schedule will be when the HS will be closed for the refinishing of floors. We will post that when we know what that timeframe will be.
Graduates, if you need a transcript sent somewhere please make that request through parchment.com.
Graduates: if you have not already done so, make sure you bring your Chromebooks and chargers to be checked in when you come to pick up your diploma. Seniors wanting to pick up diplomas will also need to make sure that all of their HS debts are paid.
GPS would like to wish a happy retirement to Cindy Harju! Cindy has served a vital role behind the scenes keeping staff and students online as a computer technician for 17 years. She will be greatly missed as she has kept us all up and running! May your retirement travels be blessed, Cindy!! ❤️🖤
After 27 years of service to Grove Public Schools, Lisa Dodson is retiring. She has welcomed students to the ECC through the drop off line and served as the library clerk. Her infectious smile will be missed daily by our youngest Ridgerunners and all of us blessed to work with her! Happy retirement Ms. Lisa! You will be missed!! ❤️🖤
Grove HS students & families had a fantastic time touring beautiful Washington, D.C., as the city prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation. They saw many historic sites & learned about our nation’s history in our beautiful capital city. The group is now headed to New York City, where they will continue making incredible memories.
Grove Public Schools would like to honor our retirees. Gayle Cannon is retiring at the end of June after 25 years of service to the district. She has been a constant in our district administrative offices as the superintendent's secretary and District Treasurer. Thank you Gayle for your many years of service to the students and staff at GPS!! Happy retirement!! ❤️🖤
Congratulations Charla Matthews! Mrs. Matthews was awarded Oklahoma's Principal of the Year at the Oklahoma's State CCOSA Conference. We are so proud of Mrs. Matthew's hard work and dedication.
GHS Graduates and Families: use the link below to access the graduation pictures.
https://tazminnikolephotography.pixieset.com/grovegraduation/
Congratulations to our own Cindy Weaver for receiving the High Road Leadership Award at the COSSA Conference. We are blessed to have her!
Congratulations to our GUE Superintendent's and Principal's Honor Roll recipients!!
Congratulations to the GHS students who earned a place on the Superintendent's and Principal's Honor Rolls!!!
Class of 2026 and Ridgerunner Family: Here is the link to live stream the graduation ceremony at 7 PM on Friday, 5/22/26.
https://vcloud.hudl.com/broadcast/embed/4015598
https://vcloud.hudl.com/broadcast/embed/4015598
📚🏅 Grove Middle School Honor Roll 🏅📚
Congratulations to our GMS scholars for their hard work and academic success this spring semester! We are proud to recognize students who earned a place on the Honor Roll. ❤️🖤
⭐ Superintendent’s Honor Roll — All A’s for the Spring Semester
⭐ Principal’s Honor Roll — A’s and B’s for the Spring Semester
Your dedication, responsibility, and commitment to excellence are truly commendable. Keep up the great work, Ridgerunners! #TheRidgyWay
Congratulations to our GMS scholars for their hard work and academic success this spring semester! We are proud to recognize students who earned a place on the Honor Roll. ❤️🖤
⭐ Superintendent’s Honor Roll — All A’s for the Spring Semester
⭐ Principal’s Honor Roll — A’s and B’s for the Spring Semester
Your dedication, responsibility, and commitment to excellence are truly commendable. Keep up the great work, Ridgerunners! #TheRidgyWay
A huge thank you to Taylor and Cole Shimanek for donating a mobile sound system for GMS staff and students to enjoy during assemblies, hallway fun, Fun Fridays, and exciting activities outside! 🎶❤️
Taylor (Vasquez), a 2014 graduate of Grove High School, wanted to give back to the school community, and we couldn’t appreciate her and Cole’s thoughtfulness more. Their generosity will help create even more fun and memorable experiences for our students and staff. Thank you for supporting GMS and our Ridgerunners! ❤️🖤
Taylor (Vasquez), a 2014 graduate of Grove High School, wanted to give back to the school community, and we couldn’t appreciate her and Cole’s thoughtfulness more. Their generosity will help create even more fun and memorable experiences for our students and staff. Thank you for supporting GMS and our Ridgerunners! ❤️🖤
Class of 2026 Families: Graduation will be on Friday, May 22nd, at 7 pm. Graduates need to be in the Upper Elementary gym at 6:30 pm. Nothing may be on your cap or gown except for Native American regalia that has been discussed with the administration. Please, be sure to dress professionally. We are going to do everything possible to have the ceremony on Friday night, at 7 pm, weather permitting.
Last week, Grove Upper Elementary held our final House Assembly of the year, and it was a great way to celebrate an incredible year of leadership, teamwork, and school spirit! We are excited to announce our new house leaders for the 2026 school year. These students will help lead, encourage, and represent their houses this year. We also wrapped up the year by announcing our overall House winner... 🏆 Congratulations to Reveur! 💙
GHS Families: The Summer Hours at GHS will begin Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026. During Summer Hours, Mrs. Cash will be at the front office of the High School on Tuesdays and Fridays ONLY, from 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM. She will most likely not have diplomas for Seniors yet on June 2nd, as we may still be waiting to receive grades from other institutions to finalize everything. We will post here when diplomas are ready to be picked up.
Seniors: if you have not already done so, make sure you bring your Chromebooks and chargers to be checked in when you come to pick up your diploma after June 2nd. Seniors wanting to pick up diplomas will also need to make sure that all of their HS debts are paid.
Seniors: if you have not already done so, make sure you bring your Chromebooks and chargers to be checked in when you come to pick up your diploma after June 2nd. Seniors wanting to pick up diplomas will also need to make sure that all of their HS debts are paid.
