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Cowley College Machine Tool Students Tour Galaxy Technologies In Winfield

Tuesday, May 10 by Lyman James

The Cowley College Machine Tool Technology class from the Sumner Campus in Wellington was on-site at Galaxy Technologies in Winfield Monday.According to a news release from Cowley, Daniel Brooks, Cowley College Career and Technical Education instructor, brought five of his students to learn more about Galaxy’s machining and tooling profession.Mike Kelly, Galaxy Technologies Director... Read More.

Three OU students killed in accident Friday night in Kay County

Sunday, May 1 by Lyman James

A fatality collision occurred on Friday, April 29th at approximately 11:23pm on Interstate 35 near mile marker 214, southbound, near Tonkawa. The driver of a 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan, Nicholas K. Nair, age 20, of Denton, TX was traveling southbound on Interstate 35 when the vehicle hydroplaned causing him to lose control and depart the roadway... Read More.

Ponca City Class of 2022 Top 10 academic students honored at the Top 10 Tea

Monday, April 25 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Class of 2022 Top 10 academic students were honored on Sunday, April 24 at the Top 10 Tea for their wonderful academic achievements. All of the Top 10 students earned the commendation of valedictorian. Pictured, front row from left, Margaret Blackstar, Jenna Stockton (#2 Valedictorian), Aubry Critchfield and Raelynn Rodriguez, and... Read More.

Three NOC students selected to the 1st Annual Oklahoma Student Leadership Forum

Tuesday, April 5 by Lyman James

NOC selected 3 civic-minded students who are eager to learn how they might use their gifts, talents, and energy to serve others to the 1st Annual Oklahoma Student Leadership Forum. The forum invited young people of diverse backgrounds and aspirations to set aside their differences and learn how to lead in their communities together. This was... Read More.

NOC students named to OACC Academic Team

Tuesday, April 5 by Lyman James

Northern Oklahoma College reports that two NOC students were among students named to the Oklahoma Association of Community Colleges (OACC) 2022 All Oklahoma Academic Team. Also, one NOC student received an OACC President’s Tuition Waiver Award. NOC students were recognized during a March 29 ceremony, held at the Oklahoma State Capitol. Students recognized were Ashton Linton, Tonkawa,... Read More.

Po-Hi FCCLA Students Attend Conference

Monday, March 28 by Lyman James

Mackenzie Pratt, Tiffany Hickman and Kaycee Carriere with Ponca City High School FCCLA attended the FCCLA State Leadership Conference. The conference was held at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. Nick Scott was the keynote speaker. He spoke about finding determination in yourself to lead to personal triumphs. Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)... Read More.

Chromebooks to be sent home with PCPS students Wednesday as winter weather is expected

Wednesday, February 16 by Lyman James

Winter weather is expected in Ponca City overnight and through the day on Thursday. As a precaution, Chromebooks will be sent home with students today. If school is held tomorrow, Chromebooks need to come back to school with the student on Thursday, Feb. 17. Sending Chromebooks home today will allow students to move to... Read More.

Woodlands Elementary students evacuated Wednesday morning due to a fire alarm

Thursday, December 16 by Lyman James

Students at Woodlands Elementary were evacuated on Wednesday morning due to a fire alarm. The Ponca City Fire Department and Ponca City Police Department responded. A bad sensor caused the alarm. All students later returned to class and the building was clear. The students and staff evacuated the building in record time, so Ponca... Read More.

PTC Practical Nursing students awarded Community Health Foundation scholarships

Tuesday, November 30 by Lyman James

Pioneer Technology Center (PTC) Practical Nursing (PN) program students were awarded Community Health Foundation scholarships. Pictured left to right Sharilyn Kent, Gabriela Cantu, Destiny Trousdale, Rylee Luis, Reed Alexander, Teesha LeClair, Mackenzie Keeler, all from Ponca City and Tonya Ellison from Fairfax. The Community Health Foundation was formed in 2006. Its mission exists to improve the... Read More.

Test results show effect on Oklahoma Students during the pandemic

Monday, October 4 by Lyman James

According to OklahomaWatch.org, Oklahoma students lost ground in nearly every grade and subject as they struggled to learn amid COVID-19 disruptions, newly released test score data shows.Results from state assessments taken by students in the spring show significant declines when compared to 2019, the last time students took state assessments. The 2020 exams were... Read More.

Kay County Health Department offering walk-ins for students wanting COVID-19 vaccine

Wednesday, July 28 by Lyman James

The Kay County Health Department has walk-in appointments available for students ages 12 and older that want a Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.A parent must be present at the time of the vaccination. Walk-in hours are Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-11 a.m. and 1 p.m.-4 p.m.The Kay County Health Department is located at 433 Fairview Avenue in... Read More.

PCPS Takes Steps To Ensure Safety of Students

Monday, July 26 by Lyman James

It’s NANOED, an alcohol-free sanitizer, will be available at all entrance points, common areas and offices within the Ponca City Public School district when school starts this fall. The hand sanitizer is comparable to a liquid bandage and lasts for up to eight hours, even with frequent handwashing.Hand sanitizing stations will also be available... Read More.