ANNOUNCES – Page 5 – Ponca City Now

Ponca City East Middle School Announces Plans Regarding Students Participating in Sports

Tuesday, January 5 by Lyman James

In an effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, the Ponca City Public School Board of Education suspended all junior high activities at their December 14 Board meeting. This decision included all 8th grade winter and spring sports practices and competitions. A detailed press release was sent out on December 15 explaining their decisions. As... Read More.

PCPS Wildcat Academy Announces October Student of the Month

Tuesday, November 17 by Lyman James

Haley Eck has been selected as the Wildcat Academy student of the month for October. Haley was selected because of her strong work ethic, attendance, and her classroom behavior. She was presented with a certificate and a Sonic gift card donated by Jodi Cline, Edward D. Jones Investments, PIE partner for Wildcat Academy.

Raydon Leaton announces retirement from Northern Oklahoma College

Tuesday, November 17 by Lyman James

Raydon Leaton, currently serving as Vice President for NOC Enid, announced today his retirement at the end of the fall semester. Effective December 17, Leaton will be leaving Northern after twenty-one years of service and has accepted another position in Florida where he will be closer to family. “Even though my career at NOC is... Read More.

PCPS Announces “Pink Out” for Football Game

Thursday, October 22 by Lyman James

Ponca City Public Schools wants to inform Po-Hi Wildcat fans about “Pink Out” for Friday’s home football game against Booker T. Washington. This annual event is to bring awareness to those who have and continue to fight each day. Please make plans to wear your pink and show your support! GO CATS!!!Game will kickoff... Read More.

NOC announces spring academic calendar adjustments

Wednesday, October 7 by Lyman James

Northern Oklahoma College is making several adjustments to the 2021 Spring Academic Calendar. “Based on consultation with local health officials along with a Memo of Understanding with a partner institution, NOC will adjust the start date of the spring semester in order to match schedules as required with our partner and to give us... Read More.

PCPS Announces Plans for Homecoming 2020

Monday, October 5 by Lyman James

Homecoming for Ponca City High School is Thursday, October 8 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. The Homecoming “Reverse Parade” will begin at 6:00 p.m. and last until 8:00 p.m. Class floats will be parked along Overbrook by the curb in front of the High School front lawn. It is being called a “Reverse Parade”... Read More.

PCPS announces Sept. 14 as Distance Learning Day

Tuesday, September 8 by Lyman James

Ponca City Public Schools Superintendent Shelley Arrott has issued an important letter explaining Distance Learning Day for ALL students on September 14. September 8, 2020 PCPS Families: Monday, September 14, will be a Distance Learning Day for ALL students. Students will not physically come to school but will participate in a virtual learning day, which will count... Read More.

Walnut Valley Festival Announces Winners for 2020 NewSong Showcase

Tuesday, August 25 by Lyman James

Winfield, Kansas--Organizers of the 2020 virtual Walnut Valley Festival, or WVF 48.5, have announced the winners of the 2020 NewSong Showcase.The NewSong Showcase gives aspiring songwriters a chance to submit their work for review by a professional songwriter/artist, and features ten categories, including songs about Winfield, Children, Religion/Spirit, Feelin’ Blue, Instrumental, Sweet Memories, Love... Read More.

PTC announces Jacki Terrell as the August Student of the Month

Monday, August 24 by Lyman James

Jacki Terrell is the Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) August Student of the Month. An adult student from Tonkawa, Terrell represents the Practical Nursing (PN) Program. “It’s a privilege to have Jacki in the PN program. She strives for excellence in her theory and clinical work. Her positive attitude and willingness to help mentor new... Read More.

Ponca City Public School District Announces and Honors 2021 Teacher of the Year Nominees

Tuesday, August 11 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Public School District is proud to announce and honor the 2021 Teacher of the Year (TOY) nominees. The District Teacher of the Year will be announced in a virtual celebration on Thursday, August 13 at the Concert Hall. It will be LIVE STREAMED on the district’s Facebook page.The theme this year... Read More.

Po-Hi Announces Second Distribution Date for 2020 Cat Tale Yearbook

Monday, August 10 by Lyman James

Ponca City High School is offering a second opportunity for students to pick-up their Cat Tale Yearbooks “The Future is Clear.” The Yearbook will be released in a “Drive Thru Distribution” event on Saturday, August 15, from 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Students and parents are asked to enter the teachers’ parking lot on 5th Street... Read More.

Ponca City Public Schools Announces Make-up Enrollment Dates

Thursday, July 30 by Lyman James

Ponca City Public Schools will hold make-up enrollment on Thursday, August 6, from 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., and August 10 and 11, from 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. at the Registration Center located at 111 W. Grand Avenue. New students to the district must register in person. A list of required documents can be found on the district... Read More.