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Newkirk Public Schools Releases Statement Following Comments During Basketball Game

Monday, February 24 by Lyman James

Following comments made during the introduction of the girl's district basketball game in Newkirk Friday night, Newkirk Public Schools Superintendent Brady Barnes released the following statement."While introducing players at Friday night’s girls high school basketball game, the District’s long-time announcer made an unfortunate and inappropriate personal comment concerning the names of some of the... Read More.

Motion Withdrawn To Revoke Bond Of Former Peckham Public School Superintendent

Friday, February 14 by Lyman James

NEWKIRK - The Kay County District Attorney's Office withdrew the motion to revoke the bond of former Peckham Public School Superintendent Gary Young, 65.Young faces six felony charges related to alleged sexual abuse to children under the age of 16 and at least one former employee of the school (See story here). Young... Read More.

Ponca City Public School Honor Choirs Perform at “Circle The State With Song” Festival

Thursday, February 13 by Lyman James

Ponca City Public School Honor Choirs from East & West Middle Schools and Union & McCord Elementary Schools recently performed at “Circle The State With Song,” Region C, Choral Festival held at the Stillwater High School Performing Arts Center. Ponca City music teachers involved were Chad Keilman (East), Michael Farmer (West), Nancy Taylor (Union),... Read More.

Ponca City Public School Junior High Wrestling Team Crowned 2019-2020 State Champions

Thursday, February 13 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Junior High Wrestling team was crowned 2019-2020 State Champions of the 45th annual All State Junior High Tournament. The tournament was held at the State Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City inside the Jim Norick Arena. The tournament hosted 145 teams and over 1,800 wrestlers from across the state.In addition to the Team... Read More.

Ponca City Public Schools Reports BB Gun at East Middle School

Tuesday, February 11 by Lyman James

On Tuesday, February 11, 2020, Ponca City Public School officials reported that a student at East Middle School was found in possession of a BB gun. The student was turned in to administration by another student.Administration secured the BB gun without incident. The student did not present the gun in threatening manner, so no... Read More.

Ponca City Public Schools Hosts North Central Resource and Transition Fair February 10

Wednesday, February 5 by Lyman James

This year, the 4th Annual North Central Resource and Transition Fair will be held at Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) in conjunction with the PTC Preview Night. Both events are scheduled for Monday, February 10, 2020, 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. at Pioneer Technology is located at 2101 North Ash in Ponca City. The Resource and Transition Fair... Read More.

Ponca City Public Schools Hosts Signing for Two Po-Hi Wildcat Senior Athletes

Friday, January 31 by Lyman James

Ponca City Senior High School athletes Eli Wohl, son of Rod and Samantha Wohl, signed today with Cowley College in Arkansas City to play baseball. Po-Hi Senior Luke Seals, son of Blake and Debbie Seals, signed with Newberry College in Newberry, South Carolina to play basketball. Both boys have been active in Po-Hi Athletics throughout... Read More.

PONCA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Wednesday, January 22 by Lyman James

SchoolThursday February 6Tuesday February 11Pre-K Center4:00 – 7:00 pm4:00 – 7:00 pmGarfield3:30 – 6:30 pm3:30 – 6:30 pmLiberty3:30 – 6:30 pm3:30 – 6:30 pmLincoln4:00 – 7:00 pm4:00 – 7:00 pmRoosevelt3:45 – 6:45 pm3:45 – 6:45 pmTrout4:00 – 7:00 pm4:00 – 7:00 pmUnion4:00 – 7:00 pm4:00 – 7:00 pmWoodlands4:00 – 7:00 pm4:00 – 7:00 pmWest Middle School4:00... Read More.

OPEN INVITATION FOR UCAP/CIMARON PUBLIC TRANSIT COMMUNITY FORUM

Thursday, January 16 by Lyman James

United Community Action Program, lnc. /Cimarron Public Transit will hold community forums in January related to public transportation for Creek, Kay, Osage, Pawnee, and Washington counties. Staff requests input from riders, local businesses, municipalities, social service agencies, Tribes, private providers, health facilities, elected officials, and the general public to assist in preparing for the... Read More.

Blackwell Public Schools Inducting Dr. Danny Cassidy

Thursday, March 28 by Lyman James

The Blackwell Public Schools is inducting Dr. Danny Cassidy into their Hall of FameFriday, March 29, at 6:30 p.m. in the Kay Room in Blackwell. Cassidy, who graduated from Blackwell in 1964, who graduated from OU Medical in 1973, went on to expand his love of technology and engineering by developing interactive videodisks programs... Read More.

Ponca City Public School District Seeking After School Program Coordinator

Thursday, February 28 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Public School district is making plans to start the “Cat Care After School Program” for the 2019-2020 school year. The service will provide after school care until 5:30 p.m. for parents of prekindergarten and elementary students at a minimal cost. Parents will be able to sign-up for the program in April... Read More.

Blackwell Public Schools To Discuss 4-Day School Week

Tuesday, February 19 by Lyman James

A community meeting about the possibility of Blackwell adopting a 4-day school week is set for Wednesday, February 20, beginning at 8 p.m. at the Blackwell High School Study Center. Throughout districts that already use the 4-day system, sources such as edweek.com say that not only can teachers still work on that Friday,... Read More.