Chalk Talk: Dr. Mike Simpson on projects, academics & the new school year
Guthrie Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Mike Simpson is bringing district conversations back to the community with the launch of Chalk Talk, a podcast designed to…
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Guthrie Chamber’s State of the Schools highlights growth, new facilities, student opportunities
Gov. Stitt signs statewide “Bell to Bell, No Cell” school policy into law
Guthrie Public Schools hires Jason Burkhart as next Executive Director of secondary education, HR
Guthrie Job Corps Center celebrates 20 years of Military Appreciation Day
Guthrie Job Corps students visit IBEW 1141 for hands-on career exploration
Oklahoma legislature sends permanent school cellphone ban to Gov. Stitt’s signature
Meridian Technology Center marks 50th Anniversary with community celebration
Crescent senior is following in her grandma’s footsteps
Supt. Simpson: “Now it is time to move forward!”
I know this column is long overdue. I’ve started to write an update many times since we started the school year. Every time I began,…
President Jackson celebrates Langston University’s successes, reflects on impact at Opening Convocation
Langston University had a lot to celebrate at its Opening Convocation Ceremony on Thursday. From national test scores to athletic achievements, President Ruth Ray Jackson…
Federal judge blocks U.S. Labor Department from shutting down Job Corps Centers
A federal judge has issued a national preliminary injunction, stopping the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) from shutting down the Job Corps program, including the…
Guthrie Job Corps Center to close as Federal Labor Department pauses nationwide program
The U.S. Department of Labor announced a sweeping decision to pause operations at all contractor-operated Job Corps centers by June 30, 2025, including the facility…
GPS CFO named 2025 School Business Official of the Year
Guthrie Public Schools continues to shine on a statewide level, as Dr. Michelle Chapple, the district’s Chief Financial Officer, has been named the 2025 School…
MTC Superintendent Dr. Douglas Major named OKSPRA Superintendent of the Year
Meridian Technology Center Superintendent Dr. Douglas Major has been named the 2024 Superintendent of the Year by the Oklahoma School Public Relations Association (OKSPRA), honoring…
Langston University Rehabilitation Counseling Program ranked top 20 in nation
The Langston University Rehabilitation Counseling Program has been named one of the top 20 graduate rehabilitation counseling programs in the nation by U.S. News and World…
Logan County Extension Office Offers Soil Testing Tips for Homeowners and Growers
As the growing season approaches, the Logan County Extension Office is encouraging residents to take advantage of soil testing services to help ensure healthy lawns,…
Watch: Demolition begins at Cotteral Elementary
Demolition is underway this week at the former Cotteral Elementary School building in Guthrie, marking the next phase in the district’s transition to modernized facilities….
Coyle Public Schools awarded over $500,000 Oklahoma Comprehensive Literacy Competitive Grant
Coyle Public Schools (CPS) has recently been awarded the prestigious Oklahoma Comprehensive Literacy Competitive Grant, valued at more than $500,000. This significant funding will support…
Guthrie native Shavon (Young) Jackson named 2025 Arkansas Elementary Principal of the Year
Russellville School District recently announced that Shavon (Young) Jackson, Principal of Crawford Elementary School, had been named the 2025 Arkansas Association of Elementary School Principals…