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Larin Davis Named Executive Director of Operations for PCPS

Thursday, June 19 by Ponca City Now

Larin Davis has been named the new Executive Director of Operations for PCPS, effective July 1, 2025. Larin will replace Jason Leavitt. Leavitt has been named the new Operations Director for Broken Arrow Public Schools.“We are deeply grateful to Jason for his years of dedicated service as Executive Director of Operations,” said PCPS Superintendent Adam... Read More.

ODOC to purchase Lawton Correctional Facility, take over operations July 25

Friday, June 6 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma Department of Corrections has officially entered an agreement to purchase the Lawton Correctional Facility from The GEO Group. ODOC will assume operational control on July 25, a major milestone in strengthening the agency’s transformative presence. This transition brings the State of Oklahoma one step closer to a fully unified corrections... Read More.

Leavitt Named Ponca School Executive Director of Operations

Monday, April 24 by Lyman James

Pending approval from the Ponca City Board of Education, Jason Leavitt has been named Executive Director of Operations for Ponca City Public Schools. He has served as Athletic Director for PCPS since 2018. Jason is a 2003 graduate of Ponca City High School and a 2007 graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma. He received... Read More.

Osage Nation decides to modify operations after employees test positive for COVID-19

Thursday, June 4 by Lyman James

The Osage Nation has made the decision to use modified operations of its campuses, departments and programs following its reopening on May 15.The goal is to contain the spread of COVID-19 after six employees tested positive on Tuesday. Principal Chief Geoffrey Standing Bear says that they're working to test all 500 employees and anyone... Read More.