Bixby Living Guide 2020

Bixby Public Schools
Rob Miller, Superintendent of Schools
The Bixby school system is a wonderful place
for people to work and students to learn.
Having recently completed my second year as
Superintendent of Schools, I am confident we
a strong foundation to accomplish incredible
things for Bixby’s children and families over the
next decade and beyond.
Bixby is one of the fastest growing districts
in Oklahoma. In the last ten years, Bixby has
progressed from a 5A school district with just
over 4,000 students to a 6A district of over 6,800
students. The district’s growth is anticipated to
continue for the next decade, reaching over
9,000 students in 2028. To accommodate this
student growth, we have recently completed
a classroom wing at the Middle School this
year and will open a new West Elementary and
Intermediate School in August. Over the next
year, we will begin planning for an extensive
renovation of our High School campus,
beginning as early as the summer of 2022.
The district has a well-deserved reputation for
excellence in academics, athletics, arts, and
student activities. Bixby High School is rated in
the top 15 high schools in the state in annual
ratings done by US News and World Report.
Our students’ proficiency levels on annual
state testing has been among the highest in
Oklahoma for many years. Of course, we are
very proud of our five-time state champion
Spartan Football Team, the six-time state
champion Pride of Bixby Marching Band, and
our award-winning Marine Corps Junior ROTC
program, among others. Suffice it to say, we
have many things for which to be proud in BPS.
I am also pleased with our district’s efforts to
instill character and citizenship in our students.
Bixby Schools is the only district in Oklahoma
to be recognized as a Great Expectations Model
District. These practices and philosophies match
well with our Spartan motto to “Learn Well and
Live with Honor.”
Our vision in Bixby Schools is to be a place
where all students have the opportunity to
learn, excel, and own their future. We are
committed to the shared mission of “igniting the
potential of every child.” Our updated strategic
plan is driven by the premise that we must be
innovative and responsive to meet the needs of
every child in our schools. It is an exciting time
to be a Bixby Spartan!
Bixby is blessed to have involved citizens who
are committed to making our city a wonderful
place to live, work, and raise a family. I have
witnessed this pride in our schools and
community as I have worked with various
groups throughout the year.
As Superintendent, visibility and accessibility
will always be important goals. I encourage
your involvement in our schools and welcome
your questions, comments or concerns. I can be
reached directly at 918.366.2211 or by email at
rmiller@bixbyps.org.
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