Education 2011
- Education 2011
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Education 2011
One of the attributes of living in Enid and Northwest Oklahoma is the abundant pride residents have in its people, land and businesses. The 2011 News & Eagle Progress edition highlights these areas and pays tribute to all of those who make our region shine 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
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Moo-ve over ag: 4-H is about so much more
The 4-H objective is to help youth develop into useful and responsible citizens and leaders. The national organization also promotes activities that help members develop a cooperative spirit.
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‘More exciting days ahead’
“To date, 88 percent of the work — by dollars — is either in design, under construction or complete,” — Amber Fitzgerald, Enid Public Schools school and community relations director, said about the $99.4 million in school improvement money voters approved a year ago.
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Building the foundations
Several foundations support Enid area schools by raising funds for educational expenses not in the budget of the school districts.
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Understanding more than the subject matter
As owner and director of Enid Learning Academy, Kevin Klamm said he specialized in reading and math. He also offers ACT preparation.
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Taking on their problems
Jan Martin, Title 1 math teacher at Longfellow Middle School, and Chris Smith, early childhood coordinator for Enid Public Schools, answer questions students call in to the PEGASYS program.
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Singing praises of unsung heroes
Betsy is in her third year as a member of Oklahoma State Board of Education. She currently teaches science part time at Oklahoma Bible Academy — teaching students in grades six and eight — but previously taught 20 years at Enid Public Schools.
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Commentary: Enid’s higher education campuses play a crucial role in future of the city
Northwestern Oklahoma State University and Northern Oklahoma College had a presence in this town long before the buildings in the eastern part of Enid revealed their physical existence.
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Get educated about Transit
Kim Watkins, director of Enid Transit, spoke at a recent career fair and said officials discovered a number of students had problems with transportation.
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Students enjoy class for political reasons
As the 22 members of Enid High School’s Constitution team drill and prepare for April’s final competition in Washington, D.C., they work on, and constantly revise, their essay.
- More Education 2011 Headlines
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Bridge Collapse Survivor: 'Rough Day'
Jersey Shore Open for Business
Raw: Memorial Day Flags Placed at Arlington
New Wheelchair Lift Promises More Access
First Person: Mom Discusses Famous Tornado Photo
Raw Video: Washington State Bridge Collapse
Boy Scouts Approve Plan to Accept Gay Boys
Officials: Truck Hit Bridge Before Collapse
Sheriff: No Sign Killing of 2 Kids Was Planned
Obama Defends Drone Strikes, With Limits
Raw: Jurors Deadlock on Jodi Arias Penalty
Boy Scouts Decision "First Step" Say Activists
Raw: Utah Teen Arrested in Death of His Brothers
Closer Look at Okla. School Where Children Died
Two Suspects in Murder Known to London Police
"Be Ready": NOAA Warns of Busy Hurricane Season
SeaWorld: Penguins Are Coolest Thing in Florida
AK-47-wielding thug may be the most bumbling crook ever
Oklahoma Survivors, Heroes Survey Damage
Trout's cycle a boost for Angels
Raw: New Video of Deadly Oklahoma Tornado
Kim Kardashian Flaunts Pregnant Bikini Body in Greece
NBA star pledges $1M to help tornado recovery
Shakira's Shocking Talent
Morgan Freeman falls asleep on air
GRAPHIC: Blood-Soaked Machete Killer Caught on Tape
Elin Nordegren Furious With Lindsey Vonn For Parading Kids in Public
Camera Captures Climber As He Loses Grip And Falls
Helen Mirren Meets with Dying Boy in Queen Elizabeth's Place
Crowd Chants '¡Si, Se Puede!' After Passage of Immigration Bill
DWTS Crowns a Winner
Police Ram House to End Hostage Standoff
Demi Moore a Rocks Bikini at Harry Morton's Family House
Anthony Weiner: I'm running for New York City mayor
Kate Middleton's Dress Flies Up
VIRAL: Baby makes epic soccer goal
The Hangover Baby All Grown Up
