Ponca City, OK —– Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) is excited to welcome Hannah Day as the new Teacher Preparation Instructor. Day officially began her role on July 1, 2025, following the retirement of long-time instructor Vicki Braden, who served the program with distinction for many years.
Originally from Cushing, Oklahoma, Day is a third-generation educator on both sides of her family. She graduated from Cushing High School and went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development and Family Sciences with a focus on Early Childhood Education from Oklahoma State University. She later completed her Master’s in Education Leadership at Southern Nazarene University. Day is also a National Board-Certified Teacher and plans to maintain this through future certification cycles.
Day brings six years of experience in Early Childhood Education, having taught kindergarten at Sangre Ridge Elementary in Stillwater. She was named Teacher of the Year at her location last year. Her passion for education and her family legacy in the field have shaped her deep commitment to developing future educators.
“My heart is in teaching, and I am honored to be a part of this next chapter—helping students prepare for meaningful, impactful careers in education,” Day shared. “I’m especially excited to carry forward the strong foundation already established in this program.”
Day and her husband Nic live in Stillwater with their dog, Trip. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time at the lake, playing volleyball and pickleball, and gathering with family and friends. She also serves on the advisory committee of a women’s organization at OSU, reflecting her continued dedication to mentorship and service.
What drew Day to Pioneer Tech was the strong culture and supportive community she saw within the organization. “The support and resources at PTC are already a standout,” she said. “I’m excited to get started learning alongside my students and providing them with opportunities for growth and success in a field that I am so passionate about.”
Pioneer Technology Center is proud to welcome Day to the team and looks forward to the continued growth and success of the Teacher Preparation program under her leadership.
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