PCPS Revises Cell Phone Policy

An important change impacting all Oklahoma public schools, including Ponca City Public Schools, was approved by the Ponca City Board of Education on Monday, July 14, 2025. The Oklahoma Legislature recently enacted Senate Bill 139, which bans students from using personal electronic devices during the school day, from the first bell to the last... Read More.

SSA Revises in-Person Verification Policy, Extends Deadline

TULSA, Okla. (KTUL) — The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced changes to its identity proofing requirements, causing concern among some recipients, especially those with disabilities or limited access to Social Security offices.While a policy update has since been issued in response to public outcry, some recipients say they are still anxious about the future... Read More.

NOC lifts mask mandate effective immediately and revises Pandemic Protocols

Northern Oklahoma College has updated the NOC Pandemic Plan effective immediately, according to school officials.   The college is lifting its mask policy mandate making masks no longer required, effective immediately. Exception: masks will be required in certain areas of health services. Although mask mandates for campus will no longer be in effect, community members may continue... Read More.