Horace Mann Elementary

Ms. Gates’ Class Red, White, and Blue Day

Mrs. McPherson’s class is wearing their Red, White and Blue to show unity as we read across America! 🇺🇸

If you are a Native American student, parent/guardian, or community member, please take our district Needs Assessment Survey by scanning the QR or using the link below.

Your voice matters! Your input helps shape programs and services that support student success.

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Ms. Gates' Class Pajama Day

Miss. Meadows class had a blast wearing pj's today!!

Mrs. Smiley’s kindergarten had the coziest day ever for Pajama Day! Readers can read here, there, anywhere! From the carpet to under tables to cozy corners, our little learners showed that a good book can be enjoyed anywhere. We love growing a classroom full of happy readers!

We’re kicking off a special week of guest readers to celebrate Read Across America! This morning, our Student Council President, Bailee Howard, shared the beautiful story The Invisible Boy, a powerful reminder that kindness and inclusion help everyone feel seen. We’re grateful for leaders who model compassion and inspire our students to do the same! ❤️🖤

❤️📖 Our February First Grade Reading BINGO Super Readers! 📖❤️

Today Mrs. McPherson’s class is getting cozy and reading books. 📚

💬 Help Shape the Future of Collaboration in Duncan Public Schools!

Duncan Public Schools is honored to participate in the CADRE (Early Dispute Resolution) Pilot Program. Nationally, Oklahoma is one of only ten states chosen for this important initiative, and out of 542 districts statewide, Duncan was selected to help lead this work.

We’re inviting parents and community members to take a few minutes to complete the form linked below and share meaningful feedback. Your input is essential in helping shape practices that strengthen communication, collaboration, and positive outcomes for students and families.

About CADRE:
The Center for Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Special Education (CADRE) is a nationally recognized, federally funded resource that provides research and guidance to help parents and special education personnel implement effective conflict resolution strategies within IEP teams.

Please use this link to participate in the Survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdImXFK-Uxoyzdiyu1S1gFrwghCsCEYaEAAL1aAPA6FIz8Stw/viewform

Our kindergarteners are learning about pushes and pulls through Project Lead The Way! Today we focused on pulls with a fun game of Tug-of-War. Students used their strength and teamwork to explore how forces work. Hands-on learning makes science so much fun!

Mrs. Smiley’s kindergarten celebrated their hard work on patterns by creating edible patterns with a special treat!

Sweet learning happening today! 🍪✨ We used yummy treats to build and extend patterns — because everything’s better when it’s hands-on and delicious! 😋📚 AB, AAB, ABC… we’re pattern pros!

Mrs. Alston’s 4th graders thought they were just unlocking BreakOut EDU boxes and having fun, but behind the locks, powerful learning was happening. 🔐✨ Students were distinguishing fact from opinion, determining key details, and making text-based inferences all while collaborating, problem-solving, and encouraging one another every step of the way. High engagement + high rigor = the best kind of classroom magic. ❤️🖤

Congratulations, Mrs. Adams, on being named Teacher of the Month! You have truly gone above and beyond this year - even stepping into a new subject area — to make sure your students receive everything they need to succeed. Your flexibility, dedication, and heart for kids do not go unnoticed. Horace Mann Elementary is so incredibly blessed to have you on our team! Thank you for the difference you make each and every day.

Get ready to celebrate Read Across America week March 2-6. Throughout the week we will have fun dress up days, guest readers, and a special glow day celebration to show that reading lights us up and brings us together! Join us in encouraging your student to read each night (return Reading logs by March 4th). Let’s work together to grow a lifelong love of reading!

Two Bite Club Duncan Public Schools Horace Mann Elementary! Today's taste represented Dairy - Yogurt Parfaits! Yum! And the session ended with Yoga! This is a program of the Healthy Living Committee of Pathways to a Healthier You.

Two Bite Club Duncan Public Schools Horace Mann Elementary! Today's taste represented Dairy - Yogurt Parfaits! Yum! And the session ended with Yoga! This is a program of the Healthy Living Committee of Pathways to a Healthier You.

Job well done Coleson for demonstrating excellent behaver while teacher was out!

📣 Attention Native American Families and Community Members!

Duncan Public Schools invites you to our Public Hearing on Monday, March 2nd at 5:30 PM in the DPS Board Room, 1740 W. Spruce Ave.

This meeting is a great opportunity to learn about the proposed Formula Grant Project, share your ideas, and help shape programs that support Native American students.

Your voice matters — we hope to see you there! 🌟