Keys Public Schools is aware of a concerning social media post associated with the nationwide “Cat in the Hat” online trend in which Keys Public Schools is specifically named.
District administration has been in direct communication with our SRO and the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office, and the matter is being taken seriously and actively reviewed. Extra patrols and police presence will be implemented and we will continue working closely with law enforcement and following all recommended safety precautions.
At this time, we ask students, families, and community members not to repost or share the threatening content. Doing so can spread fear, interfere with the investigation, and give additional attention to those responsible. Parents are encouraged to speak with their children about the serious consequences of creating, sharing, or participating in threatening online content—even when intended as a prank.
The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority. We will provide verified updates if additional information becomes available or if there is any change to normal school operations.
Homecoming is October 2nd and you will want one of these T-shirts to wear to the big game! Get your orders in now!
Congratulations to our high school students of the month for August! From left to right: 9th grade Carson Brownell, 11th grade Ali Haddock, 10th grade T-Ray Williams, and 12th grade Thomas Hoffman. These students were treated to lunch at Big Red today and will be recognized at the September meeting of the Board of Education!
🚌 21st Century/Boys & Girls Club Bus Routes Begin Tomorrow! 🚌
Bus routes will begin tomorrow, September 1st!
Please note: The deadline to sign up for bus routes has passed.
Keys Cougars Reminder - Jr. High Football game that was supposed to be tonight has been moved to Warner tomorrow night at 5:30pm.
Please support the Keys FCCLA and purchase a sweat shirt, joggers, or a beanie!
Order your Homecoming Mum today!
Congratulations to the following students who competed in the Cherokee Nation Livestock show this weekend! Reese Jackson was named Breed Champion Natural, Breed Champion Hampshire, and Grand Champion Blakelie Ryals- won Breed Champion White Face Cross Haylee Dallis- was Breed Champion Shropshire Brenden Mullins- won Reserve Breed Black Face Cross Avery Hammons, Emily Scott, Madalyn Smith, and McKenzie Hix also exhibited animals. We had several top 3 placings in their classes.
Tyler Kirk, in Keys MS 7th Grade, also competed with the Keys Junior 4-H showing his two Boer goats:
3rd place in Class 7 with his Wether
4th place in Class 3 with his Doe
Big CONGRATULATIONS to all the Keys School exhibitors this weekend!!!
We are very proud of your hardworking and dedication to your projects!
Congratulations to the Keys Cougars football team on a great game against the Tishomingo Indians! Final score 14-16! What a way to start the season!
It's game day! It's time to shine guys! Go Cougars!
📣 Help Shape the Future of Keys Public Schools!
How confident are you in our local school system? Your perspective matters!
Keys Public Schools is participating in the AASA National Research Initiative—a nationwide study measuring public confidence in K–12 education. We invite parents, guardians, and community members to participate.
The survey:
✅ Takes only 5–8 minutes
✅ Is completely anonymous
✅ Helps us understand what’s working, what our community values, and what students need for their future
🔗 Participate here: [https://tejoin.com/participate/232399863](https://tejoin.com/participate/232399863)
▣ Scan the QR Code 📱
🔢 Or visit [https://tejoin.com](https://tejoin.com) and enter code: **232-399-863**
⏰ Participation closes September 4 at 11:00 p.m.
Please participate and share this post with your friends and neighbors. The more voices we hear, the better we can understand our community and strengthen the future of Keys Public Schools! ❤️🖤🤍
How confident are you in our local school system? Your perspective matters!
Keys Public Schools is participating in the AASA National Research Initiative—a nationwide study measuring public confidence in K–12 education. We invite parents, guardians, and community members to participate.
The survey:
✅ Takes only 5–8 minutes
✅ Is completely anonymous
✅ Helps us understand what’s working, what our community values, and what students need for their future
🔗 Participate here: [https://tejoin.com/participate/232399863](https://tejoin.com/participate/232399863)
▣ Scan the QR Code 📱
🔢 Or visit [https://tejoin.com](https://tejoin.com) and enter code: **232-399-863**
⏰ Participation closes September 4 at 11:00 p.m.
Please participate and share this post with your friends and neighbors. The more voices we hear, the better we can understand our community and strengthen the future of Keys Public Schools! ❤️🖤🤍
Mr. Haggard is looking for some Cougars to join the E-Sports team! If you like playing video games this is the team for you!
I had the privilege of watching our Cougars and Lady Cougars at the Gore Track meet today! Our teams represented our school well! Congratulations on a job well done! Recognition for the top 25 in each race is below.
JH girls: 4th place team
Blakely Bronsert 2nd
Kinsley Scott 13th
HS girls: 1st place team
Aliviah Stricker 7th
Hunter Shelley 13th
Lyla Harkreader 21st
Kenzlee Starr 25th
HS boys: 3rd place team
Tristan Scott- 1st place
Carson Brownell 22nd
Many thanks to First State Bank for their donation of cool rags to our sports teams. We appreciate you!
🚨 ATTENTION, COUGAR FAMILIES! 🚨
We apologize for the late notice, but the deadline to register for the Cougar Mini Cheer Clinic is quickly approaching!
📅 Forms and payment are due Thursday, August 27!
The clinic is open to students in Pre-K4 through 4th grade. Participants will learn cheers, have fun with our Cougar cheerleaders, and perform at halftime of the September 4 high school football game!
🔴 Clinic dates: September 1 & 3
⏰ Time: 3:10–5:00 p.m.
💵 Cost: $35
📣 Performance: September 4
Please return your child’s form and payment as soon as possible so they don’t miss this exciting opportunity!
Let’s hear it for the Cougars! 🐾📣
Thank You Routes - Keys for the staff treats and gift cards! We greatly appreciated it! 🐾
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Jr High FB Schedule Changes
Attention: please pull up to the north section of cafeteria windows when picking students up in the afternoons. Students will be able to see their car and this should make pick up much quicker.
The Keys High School teachers are very thankful for the hard work PTO does to help make our days easier! This refrigerator is a huge blessing!
We want to thank Bakers Furniture for their generous donation!
