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PCPS Elementary Students Treated to Special Guest Readers for Read Across America Week

Friday, March 13 by Lyman James

Ponca City Public School elementary students were treated to special guests for Read Across America week. Ponca City High School biology teacher Zach Murray took his Pre-AP Biology students to the elementary schools and Washington Prekindergarten Center to read science books to every class. “I wanted the elementary students to get additional exposure to... Read More.

Bailey, King named NOC Student Athletes of the Week

Monday, March 2 by Lyman James

Northern Oklahoma College basketball players Demaree King and Caitlyn Bailey were named Student Athletes of the Week for March 2. Bailey is a freshman from Luther while King is a sophomore from Tulsa. For the week, Bailey averaged 11 points, four assists, 4.5 rebounds, 1.5 steals per game, she shot 57 percent from the... Read More.

Ponca City Public School District Celebrates Public Schools Week

Tuesday, February 25 by Lyman James

February 24-28, 2020 has been designated as National Public Schools Week which is a national initiative to celebrate the achievements public schools are making and honoring the significant contributions and accomplishments of students, parents, educators and education advocates in local communities who work to help students achieve their greatest potential. Public schools are building our nation’s future. Nine out... Read More.

East Middle School Student Council Members Spend Week Visiting Local Nursing Homes

Tuesday, February 18 by Lyman James

East Middle School Student Council members spent a week recently visiting local nursing homes. Students brought candy for the staff and a banner to hang for Valentine’s. They distributed flowers for the residents and spent some time talking with them and listening to their stories. Student Council member Mackenzie Osborn said, “I really enjoyed making connections... Read More.

7 Clans First Council Casino Indoor Waterpark Set To Open Up Next week

Friday, February 22 by Lyman James

7 Clans First Council Casino north of Newkirk is opening their long-awaited indoor waterpark to hotel guests next week. This is a one-of-a-kind experience that, believe it or not, will be the only indoor waterpark and casino in the state of Oklahoma. There is an indoor waterpark in Clinton, Oklahoma, but that place is... 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.

Campaign For Ponca City Humane Society Enters Second Week

Friday, January 25 by Lyman James

The $1.4 million capital campaign to fund the expansion of the Ponca City Humane Society is going into its second week. The volunteer enthusiasm is growing along with the projects donations.PCHuS board member Lisa Hinch said that she used to think she couldn't volunteer for an organization due to the sadness caused by the... Read More.

Kay-9 Dog Training Club Hosting 8 Week Course

Thursday, January 10 by Lyman James

Dog training classes will be held Monday nights. WEEK 1 ORIENTATION FOR ALL ENROLEES is February 11 at 6 p.m. NO DOGS ARE ALLOWED THIS FIRST WEEK. Regular class times are either 6 p.m. or 7:15 p.m. Please indicate preferred class time on your application.The class will be held at the National Guard Armory... Read More.