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Garfield Elementary Ready for School Year

Thursday, July 29 by Lyman James

The first day of school for Ponca City Public School students is Wednesday, Aug. 18. One of the elementary schools ready to welcome back students is Garfield Elementary, located at 600 south Eighth Street.Katy Thomason, principal at Garfield Elementary, said she is ready to hit the ground running. “Our focus is going to be... Read More.

East Middle School Prepares for New Year

Friday, July 16 by Lyman James

Maintenance and office staff for eighth grade students attending East Middle School are already working on getting the building ready for the first day of school next month. The roof over the wrestling room addition was also repaired over the summer break.“Our teachers and staff will be ready to welcome your eighth grade students... Read More.

Kay County Health Department providing vaccines before school year

Thursday, July 8 by Lyman James

The Kay County Health Department will be providing on-site immunizations at the Registration Center on Thursday, July 22 and July 29 from 1:00 to 6:00. The following vaccines will be available (Tdap, HPV, & MCV).For those interested, COVID-19 Pfizer vaccines will also be available for students age 12 and up. In order to receive... Read More.

Newkirk citizens can shoot off fireworks at the country club this year

Monday, June 28 by Lyman James

Citizens of Newkirk will be allowed to shoot off fireworks at the Newkirk Country Club this year beginning Friday, July 2nd through Sunday, July 4th in the area on the east side of the Entrance Road near the softball field to the boxcar area.There will be no shooting of fireworks at the shelter houses... Read More.

PCPS releases Return To Learn Plan for 2021-22 school year

Wednesday, June 23 by Lyman James

In-person Instruction for the 2021-2022 School Year:PCPS will follow the regular 2021-2022 School Calendar and students will attend in-person learning each school day unless they are enrolled as a Ponca City Virtual Academy Student. Masks: • Masks are recommended unless consultation or recommendation from the Kay County Health Department determines the need for a mandate OR... Read More.

Pfizer Vaccine Approved for 12-15 Year Olds

Thursday, May 20 by Lyman James

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently expanded the emergency use authorization for the Pfizer vaccine to include adolescents 12 through 15 years of age. The FDA amended the EUA originally issued on Dec. 11, 2020, for administration in individuals 16 years of age and older.In addition to receiving protection from the effects of... Read More.

Traci McHenry is PCPS 2022 District Teacher of the Year

Friday, April 30 by Lyman James

Union Elementary School second grade teacher Traci McHenry has been selected as the new Ponca City Public Schools 2022 District Teacher of the Year! The announcement was made at the Virtual Teacher of the Year Celebration held on April 29 in the Concert Hall. The Celebration started with Superintendent Shelley Arrott giving the opening remarks. Bret... Read More.

Ponca City Public School Teacher of the Year Celebration Will be Livestreamed April 29

Wednesday, April 28 by Lyman James

The PCPS 2022 Teacher of the Year Celebration is being held Thursday, April 29, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. at the Concert Hall. The event will be virtual again this year and will be livestreamed on the district’s Facebook page. The long-awaited announcement of the DISTRICT TEACHER OF THE YEAR will be made at the... Read More.

PCPS hiring administrators and teachers for the 2021-22 school year

Tuesday, April 27 by Lyman James

Ponca City Public Schools announced Monday that they're hiring administrators and teachers for the 2021-22 school year. TEACHERS:Counselors Elementary and Early Childhood English Instruction Coach Math Science Social Studies Special Education ADMINISTRATORS:Assistant Athletic Director Dean of Students Intern for Executive Director of Operations and Risk Management.Apply today by going to https://poncacity.tedk.k12.com/hire/index.aspx.

NOC Instructors of the Year named

Thursday, March 11 by Lyman James

Northern Oklahoma College students selected instructors Cathy Ballard, Brian Baird, and Scott Harmon as the top instructors for 2020-21. Instructors are selected based on the results of a survey with 221 students responding on which teacher helped them learn better than any other and what the teacher did to make that difference. “It... Read More.

Ponca City High School Mock Trial Team Advances to Quarterfinals Third Year in a Row

Monday, February 15 by Lyman James

The Ponca City Senior High Mock Trial team advanced to quarterfinals for the 3rd year in a row. This year’s competition is a little different as it is entirely virtual. Students competed February 2nd against McAlester and Moore. They defeated Moore two ballots to one but lost to McAlester three ballots to zero. Despite only winning... Read More.

Heather Cannon Honda Named DealerRater “Honda Dealer of the Year” For 3rd Year In A Row

Wednesday, January 27 by Lyman James

Ponca City, Oklahoma – January 26, 2021 – Heather Cannon Honda is awarded a 2021 Dealer of the Year Award by DealerRater, a leading car dealer review and reputation management platform and company of Cars.com Inc. (NYSE: CARS). Dealer of the Year Award recognizes auto dealerships across the U.S. and Canada that are... Read More.