Congratulations to Larry Branstetter on his retirement after 26 years of custodial service to Arnett Schools!
For over two decades, Larry faithfully cared for the gym, cafeteria, Tech Ed, and Ag buildings with pride and dedication. At 87 years old, he could still be found mopping the cafeteria, taking out the trash, getting the mail, and raising and lowering the flag each day.
Larry’s consistency and care have left a lasting mark on our school. Thank you, Larry, for 26 years of dedication. You are an inspiration and will truly be missed!
For over two decades, Larry faithfully cared for the gym, cafeteria, Tech Ed, and Ag buildings with pride and dedication. At 87 years old, he could still be found mopping the cafeteria, taking out the trash, getting the mail, and raising and lowering the flag each day.
Larry’s consistency and care have left a lasting mark on our school. Thank you, Larry, for 26 years of dedication. You are an inspiration and will truly be missed!
Congratulations to Melisa McMurphy on her retirement after 10 years of service to Arnett Schools!
From substitute teacher to Elementary Secretary for 4 years, Melisa (also affectionately referred to as JoJo) quickly became the heartbeat of the elementary building as she was organized, dependable, caring, and always willing to help. Whether managing the daily chaos of the office or going above and beyond for students, staff, and families, she did it all with kindness and a servant’s heart.
Thank you, Melisa, for the extra hours and countless ways you made life better and easier for everyone around you. You will be greatly missed, and we wish you the very best in retirement!
Congratulations to Drew Miller, the 2025-2026 Arnett Teacher of the Year!
In just his second year at Arnett, Coach Miller has made an incredible impact both inside and outside the classroom. His high expectations, preparation, work ethic, ability to motivate, and genuine care for students are evident every single day. Whether it’s teaching Oklahoma history with passion, preparing students for testing success, impeccable classroom management, covering responsibilities without fail, or helping wherever needed, he leads by example, and is very deserving of this honor.
Join us this evening to honor our 2026 Arnett Graduates at 7 PM in the HS Auditorium.
Last Day of School!
Please join us this afternoon, Tuesday, May 12, at 12:30 PM in the HS auditorium for the 7th-12th grade awards assembly.
Reminder: Athletes grade 5-11 will go to get sports physicals tomorrow. Bring your signed physical form. 🏀🥎⚾️
🏃♂️Athletic Physical Trip – Monday!
We will be taking all students who will be in grades 6–12 next school year and plan to participate in athletics to Shattuck on Monday at 1:00 PM for their required physical.
📄 Physical forms are being sent home today.
✍️ A parent/guardian signature is required before Monday.
We will be taking all students who will be in grades 6–12 next school year and plan to participate in athletics to Shattuck on Monday at 1:00 PM for their required physical.
📄 Physical forms are being sent home today.
✍️ A parent/guardian signature is required before Monday.
Elementary Talent Show at 9:30!
Please join us in honoring the Arnett Class of 2026 on Friday, May 15, at 7:00 PM in the HS Auditorium.
Please join us in celebrating our students at the end-of-year awards assemblies all located in the high school auditorium.
7th-12th grade: Tuesday, May 12th at 12:30 PM
PK-2nd grade: Thursday, May 14th at 9:00 AM
3rd-6th grade: Thursday, May 14th at 10:30 AM
7th-12th grade: Tuesday, May 12th at 12:30 PM
PK-2nd grade: Thursday, May 14th at 9:00 AM
3rd-6th grade: Thursday, May 14th at 10:30 AM
Our final Farmer's and Merchant's Bank "Banking on a Wildcat" goes to Audia McIntyre. Audia's teacher's had this to say about her: "Audia stands out for her consistency in all areas of her life. She is steady in her actions, her schoolwork, her treatment of others, and her motivation in both athletics and extracurricular activities. Audia is true to herself and is not easily swayed by others. She makes good decisions and demonstrates strong character. She is dependable, responsible, and someone others can count on." Congratulation's, Audia! Thank you again to our sponsor, Farmer's and Merchant's Bank!
Please join us for Baccalaureate presented by the Arnett Ministerial Alliance on Sunday, May 10, at 2:00 PM in the HS Auditorium.
This week's "Senior Sunday" features two of our seniors. Congratulations to Zanston Clark and Monty Wilson, we wish you the very best!
It is with great sorrow that Arnett Public Schools honors the memory of former educator, administrator, co-worker, and friend, Mr. Bob Dobrinski. Bob dedicated 33 years of service to Arnett Schools, leaving a lasting impact on students, staff, and the entire Arnett community.
Mr. Dobrinski began teaching at Arnett in 1988 as the Shop Teacher, where he taught woodworking and other hands-on skills. The following year, Bob wrote a grant to incorporate Technology Education and TSA into the school system. He served as TSA advisor for many years, taking students to conventions and supporting several who went on to hold state office positions. His leadership helped build a highly successful TSA program, and he was honored as National TSA Advisor of the Year in 1995.
Over the next 25 years, Bob served in a variety of administrative roles at Arnett, including PK–12 principal, counselor, building test coordinator, and JH/HS principal. He also served as yearbook advisor, bus driver, class sponsor, and Driver’s Education teacher. No matter the role, Mr. Dobrinski made a meaningful impact on the lives of students and staff.
Even after leaving Arnett in 2021, Mr. Dobrinski still found a way to serve our school and our students through his work at the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services. It was not uncommon for Bob to stop by the school, pull up a chair, and visit. This occurrence always felt natural, as if he had never left, because to us, Arnett Schools would always be his home.
Arnett was not only fortunate to have Mr. Dobrinski as an educator, but also to know and to have taught his daughters, Jaydelyn and Kaizlyn. We are grateful for Mr. Dobrinski’s many years of dedicated service, and our thoughts are with his family during this time.
Mr. Dobrinski began teaching at Arnett in 1988 as the Shop Teacher, where he taught woodworking and other hands-on skills. The following year, Bob wrote a grant to incorporate Technology Education and TSA into the school system. He served as TSA advisor for many years, taking students to conventions and supporting several who went on to hold state office positions. His leadership helped build a highly successful TSA program, and he was honored as National TSA Advisor of the Year in 1995.
Over the next 25 years, Bob served in a variety of administrative roles at Arnett, including PK–12 principal, counselor, building test coordinator, and JH/HS principal. He also served as yearbook advisor, bus driver, class sponsor, and Driver’s Education teacher. No matter the role, Mr. Dobrinski made a meaningful impact on the lives of students and staff.
Even after leaving Arnett in 2021, Mr. Dobrinski still found a way to serve our school and our students through his work at the Oklahoma Department of Rehabilitation Services. It was not uncommon for Bob to stop by the school, pull up a chair, and visit. This occurrence always felt natural, as if he had never left, because to us, Arnett Schools would always be his home.
Arnett was not only fortunate to have Mr. Dobrinski as an educator, but also to know and to have taught his daughters, Jaydelyn and Kaizlyn. We are grateful for Mr. Dobrinski’s many years of dedicated service, and our thoughts are with his family during this time.
