October – Page 2 – Ponca City Now

Kay County Health Department’s “Public Health on the Go” mobile unit visiting Blackwell on October 6

Wednesday, September 29 by Lyman James

The Kay County Health Department’s “Public Health on the Go” mobile unit will be located at 1706 S. Main, Blackwell, OK, October 6, 2021. Mobile clinic hours will be 9:00 AM – Noon and 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Appointments can be made by calling the Kay County Health Department at 580-762-1641. Services will... Read More.

Ponca City voters to vote in October on proposed $49.7 million school bond for PCPS

Wednesday, September 22 by Lyman James

On Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021, Ponca City voters will vote in a proposed $49.7 million school bond election. This seven-year bond project is coupled with an additional $10 million of CARES funds to allow for improvements in the school district that aid in the mitigation and spread of COVID-19.A total of 16 bond projects,... Read More.

Free ACT Test on October 5

Thursday, August 26 by Lyman James

A free ACT test will be given on October 5 for all Ponca City High School sophomores, juniors and seniors.Students must register by Sept. 8.Use the following link to register: Read More.

Upcoming October Bond Election Discussed

Monday, August 23 by Lyman James

Members of the Ponca City community, bringing multiple interests to the table, were invited to two different meetings this week to discuss the school’s upcoming bond election on Tuesday, Oct. 12. This seven-year $49.7 million bond project, with an additional $10 million of CARES funds, will allow improvements to the school district and aid... 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.

PCPS Masks & Gaiters Ordered Will be Delivered to School Sites Thursday, October 15

Wednesday, October 14 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Public School Wildcat masks and gaiters ordered through the Ponca City Team Store will be delivered to sites by the end of the day on Thursday, October 15. They are packaged by name, and they will be sent home with the students on Thursday, October 15 or Tuesday, October 20. If patrons ordered and had masks/gaiters sent to the Central Administration Office, they... Read More.

Pioneer Tech October Students of the Month

Wednesday, October 14 by Lyman James

Karina Munoz and Robert Drake are the Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) October Students of the Month. Munoz is a PO HI senior in the Teacher Preparation program. Her instructor says she delivers top-notch support and help to other staff and students and is maturing into a resourceful, independent, and successful student. Newkirk senior... Read More.

Instructions for Distance Learning Day October 9

Thursday, October 8 by Lyman James

PCPS Families:Friday, October 9, will be the 2 nd 2020-2021 School Year Distance Learning Day for ALL students. Students will not physically come to school but will participate in a virtual learning day, which will count as an instructional day. It is a required day of learning and attendance will be taken. The day... Read More.

Garfield Elementary School to Pivot to Distance Learning on September 29 and Return October 12

Sunday, September 27 by Lyman James

Due to the shortage of staff from isolations and close contact quarantines, Garfield Elementary students and staff will pivot to Distance Learning on Tuesday, September 29 and will return to Garfield on Monday, October 12, 2020 for in-person instruction. There is one elementary classroom at Garfield in which students are considered close contacts to a... Read More.