Looking for ways to enjoy the season and support our community? Check out these upcoming events!
🎉 FALL FAMILY FESTIVAL
Celebrate the CARE Center's 35th Birthday!
Join the fun with games, food, music, and community partners!
📅 November 7
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 1405 Ashton Place, Oklahoma City, OK 73117
🎟️ FREE ENTRY!
🦃 PROJECT 66 THANKSGIVING FOOD DISTRIBUTION
Project 66 is offering Thanksgiving food assistance to help families during the holiday season.
📍 2612 S. Kelly Avenue, Edmond, OK 73013
For information about distribution times and eligibility requirements, visit project66.org.
Let's continue supporting and connecting with our amazing community!
Who Was Will Rogers?
🇺🇸 Born November 4, 1879, in present-day Oologah, Oklahoma.
🐎 Grew up on a ranch and was part Cherokee.
🤠 Became famous for his amazing lasso tricks and Wild West show performances.
🎭 Became a successful actor on Broadway and in Hollywood films.
✍️ Was a well-known author and newspaper columnist.
😂 Loved using humor, wit, and common sense to share his thoughts about the world.
🌟 Became one of the most famous entertainers of the 1920s and 1930s.
Will Rogers left a lasting legacy of humor, wisdom, and Oklahoma pride! 💙💛🐾
🎉Just mention Will Rogers when you order and 15% of your purchase will go right back to our school!🎉
💙Lunch or Dinner- let’s eat for a cause!💙
🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes! 🇺🇸
We are so grateful for the brave men and women who have served our country! ❤️🤍💙
Please join us for a special Veterans Day Assembly on November 11th at 9:30 AM as we honor and celebrate our veterans.
📍 All visitors must sign in through the front kiosk upon arrival.
We look forward to honoring these heroes with our Wildcat family! 🇺🇸🐾
Don’t forget! Daylight Saving Time ends tonight, November 1, so remember to set your clocks back one hour! 🍂⏰
Celebrate that extra hour of sleep by strolling to school in your favorite pajamas on Monday, November 2! 😴💤
We can’t wait to see all our cozy Wildcats ready to start the week! 💙💛🐾
💙 REMINDER: Your Voice Matters! 💙
Title I Parent Survey
Have you had a chance to share your feedback? We still want to hear from you! 🗣️
As a parent or caregiver, your thoughts and experiences help us understand what we’re doing well and where we can grow. Your feedback helps us:
✨ Celebrate what our school is doing well
💡 Identify areas where we can improve
🏫 Strengthen communication between home and school
🤝 Improve family engagement and support student success
📣 Please take a few minutes to complete the Title I Parent Survey by October 30, 2026.
👉 https://surveys.panoramaed.com/edmondschools/family/surveys?language=en
Thank you for taking the time to share your voice and for partnering with us to make Will Rogers the best it can be for our Wildcats! 💙💛
We are so excited to stay connected with the amazing teachers who have been part of the Will Rogers family over the years! 🐾
Please take a moment to fill out our form so we can keep in touch and keep you up to date on all the fun things happening at Will Rogers! From special events and celebrations to all the exciting things happening with our Wildcats, we would love to have you along for the journey.
Once a Wildcat, always a Wildcat! 🐾💙💛
👉 Fill out the form and stay connected!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1nMjPcPQeTko9rfewgRL72hsVViW4tKJkMrzzgakyzDs/edit
🐾💙 CALLING ALL FORMER WILDCATS! 💛🐾
📸 We want your Will Rogers memories!
As we celebrate the 55th Anniversary of Will Rogers Elementary, we’re taking a BLAST FROM THE PAST! 🎉
From 1970 to today, we want to see the students, teachers, classrooms, events, teams, friends, and special moments that have made Will Rogers such a special place for generations of Wildcats. 🐾
Do you have an old class picture? A school event photo? A picture from your days as a Wildcat? We want to see it!
📷 Upload and share your Will Rogers photos here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1QBQ1Do1gly7CGaDO3AMkihQXazW3l5RN?usp=drive_link
1970 → TODAY
55 Years of Wildcats. 55 Years of Memories. 💙💛
Help us celebrate the history, traditions, and people who have made Will Rogers what it is today!
🐾 Once a Wildcat, Always a Wildcat! 🐾
🚨🏈 WILDCATS, GET READY TO TAILGATE! 🏈🚨
The countdown is ON! 🎉 Our Will Rogers Tailgate is coming up, and you DON’T want to miss it! 💙💛
📅 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29
⏰ 5:30–7:00 PM
🔥 FOOD TRUCKS
🎯 GAMES & ACTIVITIES
🐾 WILDCAT SPIRIT
🎉 FAMILY FUN
Throw on your best Wildcat gear, round up the family, bring your friends, and COME HUNGRY! 🍔🌭🍿
💙💛 SCHOOL SPIRIT. GOOD EATS. ALL THE FUN. 💛💙
🐾 LET’S PACK THE TAILGATE, WILDCATS! 🐾
We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉🏈
We can’t wait to celebrate Red Ribbon Week, October 26 - October 30, with a fun week of dress-up days! 🎉🐾 Check out our daily themes and start planning your outfits!
🦸 Monday, 10/26: Red-y to Be Drug Free!
Wear RED! ❤️
🦸♀️ Tuesday, 10/27: Heroes Make Healthy Choices!
Wear superhero attire or show your Wildcat school spirit! 💙💛
👩🚒 Wednesday, 10/28: Heroes of Tomorrow Career Day!
Dress up as the career you dream about! 👩⚕️👨🏫👮♀️
😴 Thursday, 10/29: Heroes Get Plenty of Rest!
Wear school-appropriate comfy clothes or PJs! 💤
🎃 Friday10/30: Celebrate a Week of Healthy Choices!
Wear a school-appropriate costume! 🎉
Let’s make it a SUPER week, Wildcats! Remember, being drug-free is a heroic choice! ❤️🤍🐾
DEADLINE EXTENDED!
Due to popular demand we are extending the Thunder ticket purchase deadline!
Friday 10/23 is the deadline to purchase Thunder tickets for our school fundraiser!
Join our Will Rogers families for a fun afternoon cheering on the OKC Thunder as they take on the Toronto Raptors!
Sunday, December 13
2:30 PM
$5 from every ticket purchased through our school’s link goes back to Will Rogers!
Grab your family, wear your Thunder gear, and help support our school while enjoying the game!
Ticket purchase deadline: October 23!
Get your tickets here:
https://thunder.spinzo.com/?group=will-rogers-elementary-night-ajcy&viewcode=t446yb9&fbclid=IwY2xjawVF3EZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMWxRTWU0SEh0bmMxMGk5WmJzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeGdQVqD8axvkW64ZQqnVXjvToahreT9y6AOol_uYEZNqlfRqMGv2jKnmcUHc_aem_15twYsddEfXQkOheDJGYJQ
🚌💙 Annual WR Stuff the Bus is HERE! 💙🚌
October 22–November 3
Help our Wildcats make a difference in our community by donating non-perishable food items! Every donation helps provide meals for families in need, and all donations will go to Project 66. 💙
🚌 And our Wildcats get to be part of the fun!
Each class will have a chance to visit the bus and help us stuff it with donations! It’s a wonderful way for our students to see firsthand how their generosity can make a difference in the lives of others. 💙
🥫 Items Needed:
• Canned corn
• Canned green beans
• Stuffing
• Cream of mushroom soup
• Gravy
• French fried onions
• Cranberry sauce
• Pumpkin
• Shelf-stable milk
Every donation counts! Together, we can help fight hunger, support our community, and spread a little extra hope this season. 💙🐾
Let’s fill the bus, Wildcats! 🚌💙
💙 Your Voice Matters! 💙
Title I Parent Survey
We want to hear from you! Your feedback is important to us. As a parent or caregiver, you have valuable insight into your child’s school experience, and we invite you to complete our Title I Parent Survey and share your thoughts.
Click Here to Complete the Survey.
Your feedback helps us:
✨ Celebrate what our school is doing well
💡 Identify areas where we can improve
🏫 Strengthen communication between home and school
🤝 Improve family engagement and support student success
Please take a few minutes to complete the survey by October 30, 2026.
Thank you for partnering with us and helping make Will Rogers the best it can be for our Wildcats! 💙💛
🎉Join us Tuesday, October 20th from 5:00pm-9:00pm! 🎉
💙Don’t forget to drop your receipt in the fundraiser box so 20% of your sale goes back to the school!💙
Picture retakes will be held on Monday, October 26! Be sure to mark your calendars! We can’t wait to see those smiling faces! 💙💛
🏀💙 THUNDER TICKET REMINDER! 💙🏀
Don’t miss your chance to cheer on the OKC Thunder as they take on the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, December 13 at 2:30 PM!
🎟️ $5 from every ticket purchased goes back to Will Rogers Elementary!
⏰ Ticket purchase deadline: October 19
Grab your tickets and help support our Wildcats while cheering on the Thunder! 🏀🐾💙
👉http://www.okcgroups.com/2026WillRogers
Attendance records for August 13–October 14 will close on Tuesday, October 21, at 4:30 p.m.
After this deadline, first quarter attendance records will be locked, and no further changes can be made.
✅ Please take a moment to check your child's attendance in the Parent Portal and submit any necessary documentation by October 21.
📧 Please email documentation or questions to willrogers.elementaryschool@edmondschools.net.
Thank you for helping us ensure your child's attendance records are accurate! 💙💛
It’s time to relax, recharge, and enjoy a little fall fun! 🍁
📅 No School: October 15–19
We hope all our Wildcats have a safe, fun, and restful fall break! We can’t wait to see your smiling faces back at school on Tuesday, October 20! 🐾
Enjoy your break, Wildcats! 💙💛
🍂 FALL BREAK IS HERE, WILDCATS! 🍂
Time to relax, recharge, make some memories, and enjoy a little extra family time! 🧡💙
Have a wonderful and safe Fall Break, Wildcats! We hope you enjoy every minute! 🍁✨
We’ll see you back at school on Tuesday, October 20! 🐾💙💛
Until then… enjoy the break, Wildcats! 😎🍂
Due to the rain, Boomtown Creamery will have limited hours today and will only be open 3–7 p.m.
If you’re still hoping to grab some yummy ice cream to kick off fall break, be sure to stop by during those hours! 💙💛
Thank you for being so flexible with us today. We appreciate you, Wildcats, and hope you have a wonderful fall break! 🐾
