Parties

  It is district policy that elementary schools will limit the number of parties held during class time to two parties per year. MLK's parties TBD (Valentine's Day, Christmas, last day of school

  Distribution of party invitations (student birthday, etc.) is not allowed in the classroom unless the entire class is receiving an invitation. Teachers may not, however, provide a parent with another child’s information. Student confidentiality must be respected and confidential information is not to be shared. Birthdays and special events may be honored by teachers in other ways that are not distracting to instruction. In compliance with the Oklahoma Health Department, no homemade treats; only store-bought items.

Some of our students and teachers do not celebrate holidays or birthdays, please be aware and sensitive to this issue. If you are unsure, ask the administration for guidance. 

Families may ask to bring in party items, ie, balloons, flowers, decorations, etc.  These items are not allowed, nor are birthday parties for students.  If parents request to drop off items for their child's birthday, they may leave individually wrapped treats & individual drinks in the office.  The office will let the teacher know and she/he may distribute the treats at a time convenient for the teacher.  If parents drop off treats, it must be enough for the entire class.