PCPS shares inclement weather policy

With winter weather here, PCPS officials want to remind students, staff, parents and patrons of how they will be notified if school is closed due to inclement weather. PCPS Superintendent Shelley Arrott stated, “The safety of our students, staff and community is our first priority, and we will take every step we can to... Read More.

OSDH shares weekly COVID-19 report

The Oklahoma State Department of Health reported on Wednesday that there's been 8,354 new COVID-19 cases in the past week. This is a 15.3% increase from last week.As of December 27, 2,111,009 of the eligible population is fully vaccinated, which is a 57% population of the said group. 39.9% of 18-34-year-olds are fully vaccinated.... Read More.
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OSDH shares weekly epidemiology report Wednesday

The Oklahoma State Department of Health released their weekly epidemiology report on Wednesday, October 21. Data shows that throughout the week of October 10-16, 7,748 new COVID-19 cases, 8,801 recoveries and 1,138 deaths were documented. Since early 2020, 36,102 individuals in the state have been hospitalized due to COVID. CDC COVID Data Tracker lists that... Read More.

OSDH shares weekly epidemiology report

The Oklahoma State Department of Health released their weekly epidemiology report. Data shows that throughout the week of August 29-September 4, 18,635 new COVID-19 cases, 17,736 recoveries and 207 deaths were documented. Since early 2020, 32,675 individuals in the state have been hospitalized due to COVID. CDC COVID Data Tracker lists that 63,831 individuals have... Read More.

OSDH shares weekly epidemiology report on Wednesday

The Oklahoma State Department of Health released their weekly epidemiology report. Data shows that throughout the week of August 22-28, 19,645 new COVID-19 cases, 16,308 recoveries and 189 deaths were documented. Since early 2020, 31,855 individuals in the state have been hospitalized due to COVID. CDC COVID Data Tracker lists that 62,117 individuals have been... Read More.
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PCPS shares COVID-19 update for week of April 27

The week of April 26, PCPS had one contact tracing investigation at Lincoln Elementary, which affected 28 individuals. Another COVID Contact Tracing Investigation occurred over the weekend at West Middle School. Parents were notified and isolations and quarantines will begin on Monday, May 3, 2021. The West data will be reported with next week’s... Read More.

PCPS shares COVID-19 update

Prior to Monday, April 19, Ponca City Public Schools has not had a COVID Contact Tracing Investigation since March 10, 2021. This contact tracing investigation affected 45 individuals. There's been great improvements with positive cases affecting individuals at school. If your child is symptomatic, please do not send them to school until the results... Read More.

OBI shares dates for upcoming area blood drives

Oklahoma Blood Institute is encouraging donors to rise up and give! Oklahoma Blood Institute is also proud to partner with the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City. Appointments are preferred. Walk-ins will be managed as schedules allow. All donations will be tested for COVID-19 antibodies to identify potential convalescent plasma donors.* Those who... Read More.
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Ponca City Emergency Management shares space heater safety tips

Space heaters account for 43 percent of U.S. home heating fires and 85 percent of associated deaths. Safety should always be a top consideration when using space heaters. Here are some tips for keeping your home safe and warm when it’s cold outside:• Inspect heaters for cracked or broken plugs or loose connections before... Read More.

PCPS shares COVID-19 update for January 18

Ponca City Public Schools has released a COVID-19 update for Monday, January 18. In the update, PCPS says they appreciate the in-person instructional time they had last week. However, as expected, there were many close contact quarantines at Po-Hi and several elementary classrooms transitioned to Distance Learning. Po-Hi will remain on Distance Learning due... Read More.