Congratulations to our ABC Students of the Month for the month of May! We are so proud to celebrate these outstanding individuals who have excelled in academics, demonstrated exemplary behavior, and shown remarkable character. Your hard work and dedication inspire us all! Keep shining bright and setting a fantastic example for your peers.
Way to go, students!
🩺💙 Happy School Nurse Appreciation Day! 💙🩺
Today, we’re celebrating the heart and compassion of our incredible school nurse at Barnes Elementary. She’s the one who keeps our students healthy, comforts them when they’re hurt, and supports them through every sniffle, scrape, and upset tummy.
Thank you for the care, patience, and dedication you show every day. We appreciate you!
Titan Cross Country meeting Tuesday, May 13th, at 5:30 PM in the Carl Albert High School Field House for grades 2nd-12th .
If you are interested in running cross country this fall, please join us for a meeting in the CA field house lobby starting at 5:30. We will discuss the summer/fall calendar, summer camp dates, Rankone and physicals for Middle school and High School students. We are looking forward to seeing you there.
If you are unable to attend or have any questions, please contact one of the following coaches. Thank you!
Elementary 2nd -5th grade: Coach Case …. wcase@mid-del.net
High School girls: Coach Case……. wcase@mid-del.net
Middle School girls: Coach J. Johnson …… jjohnson@mid-del.net
Middle School boys: Coach Thomsen …… athomsen@mid-del.net
High School boys: Coach McMahan…… jmcmahan@mid-del.net
🍎 Today is School Lunch Hero Day, and we’re celebrating our amazing Barnes Elementary cafeteria ladies!
These incredible women serve up more than just delicious meals—they dish out kindness, smiles, and love to our students every single day. From early mornings to busy lunch lines, they keep everything running smoothly with care and dedication.
Thank you for being everyday heroes in the heart of our school! 🥪🍽️
👔 DRESS LIKE MR. BECKER DAY! 👔
Today at Barnes Elementary, we celebrated Principal Appreciation Day by dressing just like our amazing principal, Mr. Becker!
Students and staff showed up in suits, ties, polos, sweater vests—even knee braces—to honor the one-of-a-kind leader who makes our school such a special place. Mr. Becker is the heart of our school—kind, patient, fun-loving, supportive, dedicated, and a true role model for students and staff alike. He leads with integrity, compassion, and a big smile every single day.
📸 Check out these awesome look-alikes and fun moments from a day full of smiles and appreciation!
🎓 Welcome Back, Class of 2025! 🎓
Today we had the joy of welcoming the Class of 2025 back to Barnes Elementary for their Senior Walk! These soon-to-be graduates walked the halls where it all began, visited with former teachers, enjoyed some refreshments, and even took a trip down memory lane on the playground. 💙💛
We’re so proud of the amazing young adults they've become, and it was such a special moment to celebrate their journey. Once a Bluejay, always a Bluejay!
🎶🐷🎤 EIEI OOPS! First Grade Program 🎤🐮🎶
Our 1st graders took the stage today and stole the show with their performance of EIEI OOPS! From dancing chicks to singing cows, they brought the farm to life with laughter, music, and fun! We’re so proud of their hard work and energy. 💚🎵
📸 Check out these adorable moments from the performance below!
The NED Show, originally scheduled for May 21st, has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for next school year. We will not be accepting any yo-yo orders at this time. Any orders that have already been submitted will be returned.
🌟 Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🌟
Today we’re celebrating the amazing ladies in our office here at Barnes Elementary! 💐
Thank you for everything you do to keep our school running like clockwork—from answering calls and caring for students to juggling a million things behind the scenes. You are truly the heart of our school!
To show their appreciation, our students made heartfelt cards to say thank you—and let’s just say, the smiles said it all. 💛📬
We’re so grateful for your dedication and kindness every single day.
🚌💛 Today, on National School Bus Driver Appreciation Day, we’re celebrating the amazing individuals who make sure our students get to and from school safely each and every day! Our bus drivers are more than just drivers—they’re friendly faces, early risers, and the first “good morning” many students hear. To show our appreciation, we surprised our drivers with baskets full of goodies—and a whole lot of gratitude. Thank you to our incredible transportation team! You keep everything rolling. 💛🚌
First grade planting milkweed (for our butterflies we are hatching) and Oklahoma wildflowers for Earth Day
Current Mid-Del Families,
It’s time to begin Phase 1 of the enrollment process for the 2025–2026 school year!
Phase 1 opened at 8:00 AM on Monday, April 21, 2025, for all current Mid-Del students—especially those moving to a new school site as they advance from elementary to middle school or middle school to high school.
You should have received an email on April 21 containing your child’s Snapcode, which is required to complete re-enrollment. This step allows you to verify and update your student’s information, including contact details and residency.
Important: You must have your student’s Snapcode to begin.
If you do not receive your Snapcode, please contact your student’s school directly.
Once Phase 1 is complete, you’ll be ready for Phase 2, which begins July 15 and includes submitting your updated proof of residency.
We look forward to serving your family for another great year in Mid-Del!
Mid-Del Enrollment Team
Reminder for Mid-Del Families:
All Mid-Del Schools will be closed for students on Friday, April 18th, as previously scheduled. This is not an instructional day.
Please note that Mid-Del administrative offices will remain open during regular business hours.
Enjoy the extended weekend! #mdpurpose
🌞 Check out our brand new Hammock Garden at Barnes! 🌞🪵
We’re so excited to give our students a cozy, shaded spot to hang out and read. These hammocks are the perfect place to relax with a good book during the school day!
Huge shout-out to Mrs. Thomas for writing the grant that made this possible 🙌 and to our amazing Mid-Del Maintenance Crew for installing the posts and getting everything set up just right. 💪🔧
We can’t wait to see how classes use this special space – from reading and writing to mindfulness and reflection time. It’s perfect for:
📖 Independent reading or listening to audiobooks
✍️ Outdoor journaling or creative writing
🧘♀️ Mindfulness and brain breaks
🎨 Art and sketching sessions
💬 Small group discussions or book clubs
🌱 Nature observation and science reflections
It’s going to be a favorite spot for years to come! 💚
💜 Purple Up Day at Barnes! 💜
Today, our students and staff proudly wore purple to show their support for military children and to recognize the incredible strength and sacrifices of our military families.
Purple symbolizes all branches of the military, and by wearing it, we stand together in appreciation of the unique challenges and contributions of military-connected students.
Thank you to our military families for your service, your resilience, and the important role you play in our school community. We are proud to stand with you today and every day!
Congratulations to the Barnes Debate Team for placing 3rd in the tournament this weekend. Way to go Blue Jays!
Today, our halls were filled with cheers and SO much encouragement as we celebrated our amazing 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders with a State Testing Parade! 🎈
Our younger students, staff, and even some special guests lined the halls with posters, high-fives, and words of motivation to pump up our test-takers. 💪✏️ You’ve got this, Bluejays — we believe in you! It's time to show what you know and fly high on those tests!
2024-2025 School Calendar Update!
The Board of Education approved a change to the 2024-2025 District Calendar during tonight's Board of Education meeting. Mid-Del will be using the Snow Day originally scheduled for May 2, 2025, as a regular instructional day. That means students and staff WILL be in school on May 2.
Please mark your calendars and plan accordingly—thank you for your flexibility and support! #mdpurpose
State Testing dates for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade are listed below. Please ensure that your child is present and on time on testing days. 5th Grade: April 21, 22, 23, 24, & 25 4th Grade: April 22, 23, & 24 3rd Grade: April 15, 16, & 17. Students who are present and on time every day will receive a popsicle party after all testing is complete.
Carl Albert is hosting a summer strings music camp for incoming grade 6-12 Carl Albert students. Camp will be 8:00 am - 11:00 am May 27-30 in the Carl Albert Middle School orchestra room. Go to https://forms.gle/g88aojc4eJBvNQfW7 to register. Registration ends Friday, May 9th. For inquiries call (405) 739-1761 ext. 3519 or email LMeadors@mid-del.net.
