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2- The Elk City News November 25, 2023 News Round Walters Introduces Sweeping Town Classroom Discipline Reform November 25 New Program Will Empower Teachers and Parents Christmas in the Park Ac- Oklahoma City, Okla - State Su- homa’s classrooms. manage their classrooms while helping countability in our schools. perintendent Ryan Walters announced “{ hear from parents and teachers keep parents informed about classroom ‘The Discipline Reform Plan incorpo- tivities Open. Comprehensive Discipline Reform for throughout our state that our class- discipline. “ rates a Teacher's Bill of Rights, district Oklahoma schools today. Walters’ plan rooms are difficult to manage effec- OSDE has uncovered hundreds of responsibilities, online tools to track is implements needed reform that em- tively, causing breakdowns in discipline school districts that have not been powers teachers’ and parents’ rights which ultimately drive down student reporting their discipline policies for sues and inform parents, enforcement Untitled Pop Up Theatre - to hold students accountable, creating achievement,” said Walters. “We are review and are taking steps today to of current statutes, and proposed legis- stronger education standards in Okla- empowering teachers to effectively ensure full and comprehensive ac- lative reforms, “Yes Virginia Beckham/Roger Mills Unit of Christmas Basket November 26 Oklahoma Retired Educators Meeting Begins Fund Drive Christmas in the Park Ac- President Linda Long called recognized and celebrated by noting them on a calendar ‘The Elk City Christmas Basket, sponsored by the Elk City the meeting to order and wel- with the singing of the Happy each day. Reporting on the leg- Ministerial Alliance has begun it’s Christmas Basket fund raising tivities Open. comed members Glenda Ivins, Birthday song, Nan presented islature, Linda mentioned that Cathy Lewis, Judy Haught, the devotional. She referenced they are participating in in- drive for the 2023 Christmas season. This program was begun Nan Hubbard, Sharon Gillil- the scripture, Matthew 5:16 terim studies and so far, none in the mid 1930's during the Great Depression by Paul Wade the and, Cindy Wood, Tana Feld- and read “The Inviting Colors have affected retired teachers. late editor of the Elk City Daily News and continued by his son, man, June Lovelace, Dana An- of Fall” by Julia Bettencourt. When the session returns, the the late Larry Wade. It has continuously provided food items derson, Carla Garrison, Dennis Nan shared how each beautiful legislature will be looking at November 27 McRee, Janice Mollet, Larry color of fall represents an as- two COLA bills and the thir- for approximately 85 years to people in need at Christmas time. Long, Jan Attocknie, Gwen pect of living a Christian Life. teenth check bill. ‘This is possible thanks to the generosity of individuals in the Elk Toy Drive Signups at City Pasby and Kathy Noble. She Before closing the devotional District Director Pam Hol- City area also welcomed Veterans Elmo with a prayer, she thanked all land was unable to attend to- ‘This past year we had a family in Elk City, who pledged and Shirley May as special Veterans for their service and day's meeting due to a previ- guests. noted that because of them, we ously scheduled Veteran’s Day to match up to $10,000 in gifts that were given by individuals Hall. June gave the invocation. have our freedom. Program. In unfinished busi- through local churches for the Christmas Basket Fund. Thank- Judy led the flag Salutes. ‘The minutes were approved ness, Linda accepted PAC Fund fully we were able to match that pledge, replenish our depleted In honor of Veterans, Judy as presented. The treasurer's donations. She also reminded reserve and meet our goal to give holiday cheer to families. Over invited guests, Elmo and Shir- report was accepted. members that American Edu- ley May to present the pro- In scholarship news, Linda cation Week is November 13- 650 individuals were provided food for Christmas thanks to your gram. They are Veterans who mentioned this unit’s search 17 and suggested it would be generosity raised their family while be- for 2nd semester SWOSU stu- great if OREA members would ‘This year we are anticipating additional families and in- ing on active duty at the same dent teachers who wish to ap- senda current teacher a thank- dividuals in need of Christmas Baskets. To meet this need it is Do you have an event or time. Elmo was in the Ma- ply for an OREA scholarship. you card during the week. In rines, then joined the Army If the search is not productive, new business, the topic was anticipated that $8000 or more will be needed to provide the National Guard from which the scholarship can be offered the annual Scholarship Auc- necessities for a good Christmas meal. We are once again ask- something else you would he retired in 2006. He and his to a first year teacher in the tion fundraiser. Jan made a ing for your help so that we can provide food for many families wife Shirley currently live in spring of 2024. The member- motion to schedule the Schol- Sayre where he serves in the ship report reflects an increase arship Auction of Christmas and individuals to have a merrier Christmas. Many churches like to share with the com- local American Legion. Shir- to 71 members. In the Mem- items for the December meet- will be taking a special offering on December 4th to help sup- ley is an RN who began her bership Minute, Glenda shared ing. Carla seconded it, the mo- port this year's Christmas Basket Ministry. Please check with Military career by joining the that OREA members can enjoy tion passed. ‘munity in the Round Town Navy Reserve. Wanting more the benefit of discounts on Before adjourning the your church's leadership team to see if they are participating in leadership opportunities, she technology. With Christmas meeting, Linda announced this offering and if not encourage them to do so. To date we have Calendar? Email the in- switched military branches to being just around the corner, that December 8 is the date received $1350 for this years Christmas Baskets. the U.S. Army Reserve in 1989. OREA members can_ utilize We will also gladly accept donations from businesses and of the next OREA meeting for Shirley, a Lieutenant Colonel, Beckham/Roger Mills Unit. organizations that wish to support this worthwhile endeavor. incredible discounts on a “te- formation for the event to continues her career with the chie” gift from Apple, Dell Meetings begin at 10:00 a.m. U.S. Army Reserve. and Lenovo products. Linda at Elk City United Methodist Individuals, organizations and groups, may drop off a donation The November birthdays reminded members to keep Church. Dana Anderson will at the Elk City Chamber of Commerce in the old First Nation- [email protected] of Judy, Tana, and Jan were track of their volunteer hours present the devotional. Other al Bank building located downtown at the corner of Main and announcements include the Government Relations Com- Broadway, or at the First National Bank on W. 3rd on the West mittee meeting in Oklahoma side of town. They can also mail donations to Elk City Christmas Candidate Filing Begins For Board Of Education City and the OREA Board of Basket Fund c/o Elk City Church of God, Elk City, OK 73644. Director's meeting that is Individuals may call in their own name or names of other scheduled for November 29. Candidate filing for the can be obtained from the Education seat, a Primary Elec- Another item of interest individuals needing a Christmas Basket during the week of De- Board of Education begins County Election Board or by tion will be held is the performance of “Home- cember 5-9. Call in times on December 5-8 will be from 9am Monday, December 4 th , 2023, logging into the OK Tuesday, February, 13 th , town Christmas,” December 9, — 8pm. Call in time for December 9th will be from 9am — Noon. for 9 Roger Mills County Voter Portal at https:// 2024. If one candidate receives 7 p.m. at the newly renovated school districts. oklahoma.gov/elections/ovp. more than 50% of the votes, Susan Powell Fine Arts Cen- No calls will be accepted before December Sth or after noon on ‘Those who wish to file for a html, Information on the Vot- that candidate will ter in Elk City. Susan will per- December 9th. The number to call for baskets is 225-0066. The Board of Education office must be named the elected of- er Registration form many holiday favorites to food is bought locally and will be distributed from St. Matthews submit a Declaration of Candi- ficial. If no candidate receives dacy to the Verification Form must more than 50% of the votes, Catholic Church on December 17th beginning at 8:00 a.m. In- fill the air with the sounds of Roger Mills County Elec- match the information pro- the two candidates Christmas in her hometown. dividuals who want to pick up their basket may do so beginning Tickets for this unforgettable tion Board December 4 th , 5 vided on the Declaration of receiving the highest num- at 9:00 a.m. at St. Matthew’s. Packing and delivery is made by start to the holiday season Candidacy. ber of votes will vie for the seat th or 6 th , 2023, between the hours of8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Jana Maddux , Secretary of during the Board of Education are available at www.elkcity- youth in our high school organizations, and local churches. are on sale now for $25 and the Roger Mills County Elec- General If you would like more information concerning the Christ- Candidate filing packets are tion Board, reminds candi- Election, Tuesday, April 2 artscouncil.org. mas Basket Program please call 225-0227. available on the State Election dates that Contests of nd , 2024. 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