Washington County students are heading back to school. Here's what you need to know
Summer is winding down and students soon will be heading back to Washington County schools to start the 2023-24 school year.
As parents and families head to the stores for back-to-school shopping, they should be reminded they can save money by shopping during Oklahoma's annual tax-free weekend. The sales tax holiday weekend will begin Friday, Aug. 4, and end at midnight Sunday, Aug. 6.
During this time, the state sales tax of 4.5% will be completely waived, and even county and municipal taxes will be exempted, resulting in a higher overall discount for shoppers.
To qualify for tax exemption, sales of clothing or footwear must be priced lower than $100. The tax exemption doesn't apply to accessories, special clothing or footwear primarily designed for athletics or rental of athletic apparel rental. In addition, sales of jewelry, handbags, luggage, umbrellas, wallets, watches and similar items are also not tax-exempt under the law.
For more specifics, visit the State of Oklahoma website.
Here is a breakdown of back-to-school information for each public school district in Washington County:
Bartlesville Public Schools
The first day of school is Aug. 10.
You will find 2023-24 school supply lists for each BPS elementary school here.
For online enrollment and enrollment information, visit the BPS website.
Some school bus routes are changing this year. To look up your address and bus route, visit the bus route site.
Dewey Public Schools
The first day of school is Aug. 16.
You can find 2023-24 school supply lists for each Dewey elementary school here.
Find enrollment dates and other information for middle school, read the Dewey Middle School Principal's Corner.
Read the high school Bulldogger Blast for information about online enrollment, school meals, freshman orientation and other topics.
Here is access to the 2023-24 school calendar so you can plan ahead.
Caney Valley Public Schools
The first day of school is Aug. 10.
The school supply list for Caney Valley elementary students can be found here.
There is a mandatory 2024 senior meeting at 6 p.m. Aug. 1 at the high school cafeteria, where seniors will meet with a counselor and pick up their class schedules and Chromebooks.
Here is the Caney Valley Public Schools enrollment schedule for all other students.
Copan Public Schools
The first day of school is Aug. 10.
For a look at the 2023-24 school calendar, visit the website.
The on-site enrollment date for students in grades pre-K to 8th grade is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 31. For grades 9-12, on-site enrollment is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 1.
Online enrollment can be done on the enrollment portal, although high school students will still need to attend the Aug. 1 on-site enrollment event to set up their class schedules. For help with online enrollment, call 918-532-4344,
Here is the 2023-24 school supply list for elementary students at Copan. All students will need a refillable water bottle.
More: Help provide school supplies for local kids in need
Additional back-to-school events offered by Washington County Health Department
The Washington County Health Department is sponsoring two back-to-school events for county residents. They are:
A back-to-school immunization clinic will be held 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1, at the Washington County Health Department, 5121 SE Jacquelyn Lane. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Check out this health department guide on immunizations for Oklahoma children. For more information, visit the health department website.
A car seat checkup event will be held from 1-4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3, at Bartlesville's Central Middle School, 815 Delaware. The checkup event is sponsored by the Washington County Health Department.
This article originally appeared on Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise: What to know as Washington County students head back to school
