1-23-04 - What a difference a year has made for public schools in Oklahoma. After surviving severe budget cuts, 2/3rds of Oklahoma schools will be getting extra money from the state.
The money comes from an annual action by the state called midterm adjustments. It's based on ad valorum taxes and student population. Local schools are benefiting; Ardmore gets $150,000, Plainview $180,000, Durant $107,000, Hugo $27,000, Sulphur $121,000, Ada $310,000, and Madill $300,000.
Ardmore school leaders says the money proves Oklahoma's economy is picking up. Ardmore and Plainview districts hope to use the new money to hire more teachers, buy supplies for classrooms, and help build their carry over for the next year.
Posted: 05/08/13 - The Sherman Public Library is very excited about our upcoming Summer Reading Club for children and teens. Children ages birth-11 can Dig into Reading and join the Youth Summer Reading Club. The theme for the Teen Summer Reading Club this year is Beneath the Surface and it is open to teens ages 12-18. Read More
Posted: 05/07/13 - DURANT, Okla. – Regent Terry Matlock will deliver remarks at Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s Spring Commencement, scheduled for Saturday, May 11, at Paul Laird Field. The ceremony (for all schools) will begin at 10 a.m. A reception will follow at 11:30 a.m. in the Visual & Performing Arts Center. Read More
Posted: 05/06/13 - SHERMAN, TEXAS—Members of the Austin College Class of 2013 are counting down the days until graduation—with both excitement and trepidation. Austin College President Marjorie Hass will present diplomas to more than 340 bachelor’s degree candidates and 18 Master of Arts in Teaching degree candidates who will take part in graduation events May 18 and 19 on campus. Read More
