Jim Couch, Leslie Batchelor and Mark Beffort are being recognized for their work in the development of OKC.
Education
As the opioid epidemic continues, Oklahomans require better support systems
Mental health and drug dependence treatment options would help pull Oklahomans away from addiction.
John Marshall Mid-High principal named Oklahoma Principal of the Year
Aspasia Carlson has tried to encourage attitudes and academic achievement during her time at the local high school.
Local teacher creates nonprofit to help families in need
Academic Alliance Institute pays teachers to tutor students who need help with their studies.
Local nonprofit works to place foster children with permanent families
Oklahoma’s Kids Belong helps foster children tell their stories in their own words and connects them with forever families.
A local school works to reduce risks for children with incarcerated parents
Children with incarcerated parents face slimmer chances of success than other children, but Little Light Christian School hopes to reverse those odds.
A local charter program plans to expand into south OKC
KIPP OKC South Community Prep opens for the 2017-18 school year and will add one grade level per year.
Local task force focuses on improving students’ lives
OKCPS’ Northeast Task Force works to develop recommendations for change in northeast Oklahoma City schools.
This is why we teach the classes, Dykstra said. You, as parents, are the first and most important teachers in your children’s life.
“This is why we teach the classes,” Dykstra said. “You, as parents, are the first and most important teachers in your children’s life.”
