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Some PC Parents Upset as Over 700 Expected for Summer School
Ponca Playhouse Production Of Carousel Shows Off Talent

Some PC Parents Upset as Over 700 Expected for Summer School

By KRISTI HAYES

News Education Editor

Ponca City schools are anticipating over 700 summer school students at the K-8 grade level.

Some students will attend by choice, and many will be required to attend because of new policies.

Last fall, the Ponca City Board of Education adopted a policy where students had to read at or above their grade level and attend school at least 90 percent of the time.

If they do not meet the requirements ... they are required to attend summer school.

Superintendent Dr. Bill White said a few parents are outraged because of the new rules.

“I’ve had some parents calling to tell me they are going to home school their children or relocate them to another district,” he said.

He explained that parents need to understand the district is trying to help their children, not hurt them.

“It is certainly a parent’s choice if they wish to move their kids out of public schools,” White said.

“Parents need to understand that if their children are not reading are their grade level, we need to do something to help them. Imagine what would happen if they went through school and could not read. We are trying to make sure that doesn’t happen.”

He added that all children in grades K-8 who are not reading at grade level are put on a reading assessment plan.

“If they’re not reading at their level, they will have to attend summer school. At the end of the summer, if they are still not reading where they should be, they will be retained,” White explained.

Also in place this year is the 90 percent attendance requirement for all K-8 students.

“Students are allowed to miss only 18 days per year. If they miss more, they will have to go to summer school,” White stated.

Because of the new board policies, the district anticipated high numbers in summer school. “We expected this to happen the first year this went into effect. We think we will see the numbers decline as parents and students get used to this,” White said.

“I think the kids are figuring out we are serious about this,” the superintendent said. “Since the board implemented this, we have seen more homework turned in and better grades. The parents are also starting to take us seriously,” he said.

The policies will not impact Ponca City Senior High. “At the high school, if you fail a class you have to retake it. It was not always like that at the lower grade levels,” White explained.

Senior high students, however, can expect a change this fall. The “C or Better” policy will be implemented for all Po-Hi students in the fall of 2000.

Ponca Playhouse Production Of Carousel Shows Off Talent

By KATHY ZEHR

News Staff Writer

Many favorite older songs by Richard Rodgers, dancing, romance, tragic death, angels, tears, humor, beautiful costumes, and you can take the kids! What else could you ask for in a Ponca Playhouse production? Carousel has it all — and with the best in local talent. Thanks to Director Roger Thomas for tackling this monumental and intricate production.

The Thursday night dress rehearsal for the 3-hour musical was fun. A few dress rehearsal bugs here and there but it moved right along and was totally entertaining. Other than a tutu, which wouldn’t stay put and gave the audience a few chuckles, the cast and crew did a magnificent job.

Many, many, new faces on the Ponca Playhouse stage make it challenging to pick out friends and acquaintances from the fifty-plus performers on stage. About half of the cast have never performed in a Playhouse production before but fit right in with the old veterans and sing, dance and perform their parts admirably.

Three newcomers and main principals in the cast, Laura Lawson, Shannon Lee and Tyrone Palmer — all, with well — trained voices, lead the action on stage and provide some heart-melting romance. Veterans of the Playhouse stage have taken back seats for this performance, but are spotted throughout the production, lending their voices and talents to add professionalism.

Some time-tested favorites, sung mostly by the leading actors include If I Loved You, June is Bustin’ Out All Over, and You’ll Never Walk Alone, are a part of the dozen or so nostalgic almost forgotten 1920s musical numbers.

Extensive choreography is simple but very entertaining, and the children are delightful. Sets are colorful and outstanding, especially the working artistically decorated carousel dominating the first scene. Costumes fit the era for the production quite well, and the 1920s dresses for the ladies are lacy and romantic.

Some of my favorite action took place during Act 1 at Nettle Fowler’s Spa on the oceanfront where the characters plan a clambake. A lot of humor, music, dancing and other interesting interaction between characters take place during this colorful scene.

Larry Ann Halbrook, Robert Keltch, Randy McDaniel and Sue Fleck play some great character parts and add, spice and humor to the production. Others on stage in minor parts to add to the entertainment include Luke Connally, Rafael Mendoza, Royce Caldron, Toma Foster, Karrie Ward, Robin Maril and Tom Varner.

Three scenes in the first act, and six scenes in the second act, make a diverse, ever-changing treat for the eyes and imagination. Some include an amusement park, the backside of Heaven, a schoolhouse graduation, a spa on the waterfront, and the dark dangerous waterfront wharf at night.

Many attendees remarked that they liked the piano accompaniment by Sheila Combs-Francis, as it was just right to hear the vocals, which sometimes get lost in a full-orchestra accompaniment.

If you have three hours in your entertainment schedule, enjoy live theater, good music, great costumes, seeing your friends and their children (from ages three on up) share their talents, feasting your eyes on colorful and imaginative sets, and much more, — then this musical performance presented by Ponca Playhouse is for you. I wouldn’t mind seeing it again — think I’ll call the grandkids and see if they’d like to go back with me.

Thanks Roger, all Playhouse officers and board members, life members, benefactors, angels, sustaining and premium members, the production staff of at least 63 volunteers, numerous contributions by citizens and businesses, and to the corporate sponsors Commercial Federal, Kids Kastle and the Oklahoma Arts Council for providing funding.

In addition to tonight’s premiere performance at 8 p.m., the musical will be presented May 7, 12, and 13 at 8 p.m. and on Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Poncan Theatre. Ticket information is available at 765-0943.

DEATHS

Nancy Watts Vunovich
Juliene Kay Alley
Clara Blueback
Jean Stavinsky
Clarence L. Andrews
Vernon Stagner
Mary E. Poulson
Bernice Lipski
Kenneth C. Carriger

Nancy Watts Vunovich

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Nancy Watts Vunovich, former resident of Ponca City, died Thursday, May 4, 2000, at her home in Nashville, Tenn. She was 71.

There will be no funeral; instead, she had requested a party which will be held at a later date in July in Creede, Colo. However, there will be a brief memorial service at 6 p.m. Sunday at the Poncan Theatre with the family in attendance.

Nancy Watts Vunovich was born Feb. 23, 1929, in Arkansas City, Kan., the daughter of Lewis and Edna Watts. She attended school in Arkansas City, graduating from high school there. She attended college at Gulfpark in Mississippi, the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City, the University of Tulsa and the University of Missouri at Kansas City, receiving her doctorate in theater from the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kan.

She was a lifelong theater practitioner and educator.

She began her teaching career at the Arkansas City High School and went on to teach at the University of Wisconsin and the University of Tulsa, where she retired as chairman of the department of theatre in 1992. She was also associated with the Creede Repertory Theatre in Creede, Colo., since its inception.

Particularly known for her work with musicals, she toured with the state department and was a well-known performer and director in a several-state area. She was active in regional and national professional organizations, serving as president of the Southwest Theatre Conference more than once. She was honored by that organization with the Distinguished Service Award.

In retirement, she moved to Ponca City where she was a frequent guest director of the Ponca Playhouse.

She is survived by her daughters, Alexandra Vunovich and Holly Lewis Von Arx, both of Nashville, Tenn.

Memorial contributions may be made in her name to either Creede Repertory Theatre, Attn: Kay Wyley, P.O. 269, Creede, Colo. 81130 or Gilda’s Club of Nashville, Attn: Felice Zeitlin, 1033 18th Avenue South, Nashville, Tenn. 37212.

Juliene Kay Alley

PAWNEE — Juliene Kay Alley, lifelong resident of Pawnee, died Wednesday, May 3, 2000, at the Baptist Medical Center in Oklahoma City. She was 48.

The funeral is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, May 6, in the First Baptist Church in Pawnee with the Rev. Rick Edwards officiating. Burial will be in the Highland Cemetery in Pawnee under the direction of Poteet Funeral Home.

Juliene Kay Alley was born Oct. 26, 1951, in Pawnee, the daughter of Ralph Edward Nuttle and Genevieve Julia Hatfield Nuttle. She married David Alley on Nov. 25, 1969, in Pawnee. She was employed at the OG&E Sooner Plant in the maintenance department for 15 years. She enjoyed sewing and arts and crafts.

Survivors include her husband of Pawnee; one daughter, Carla Cavett of Pawnee; two sons, Joe Alley and Buddy Alley, both of Pawnee; her mother; three brothers Lynn Nuttle of Pawnee, Leon Nuttle of Prue and Harry Nuttle of Oilton; one sister, Darla Lyles of Collinsville; one grandson; and a number of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her father.

Obituaries

Clara Blueback

Clara “Torchie” Blueback, longtime Wichita, Kan., resident, died at her residence late Wednesday night after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was 55.

An evening prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. tonight at the Ponca Indian United Methodist Church. The traditional funeral feast will be held at noon on Saturday at the church followed by the funeral at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Abraham Jackson, pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in the Ponca Tribal Cemetery in White Eagle under direction of Grace Memorial Chapel.

Torchie was born on June 11, 1944, in Pawnee and was the daughter of Neil Blueback and Alice Crye. She attended Pawnee Indian “Gravy U” School and Chilocco Indian School and lived around White Eagle until relocating to Wichita where she met Leo Zachary in 1965 and was a housewife. She was of the methodist faith and a proud member of the Ponca Tribe. She enjoyed watching movies.

Survivors include one son, Felipe Garza of Oklahoma City; two daughters, Angel Garza and Tina Garza of the home in Wichita; one sister, Elvina Nesahkluah of the home in Wichita; three brothers, Alan Blueback of Ponca City, Tommy Blueback and Roger Crye; five grandchildren, Chris, Anthony, Sasha Rae, Leo and Ronnie; two aunts, Mable LeClair and Thelma Smith; two uncles, Arthur Blueback Jr. and Albert Black Cole; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.

Torchie was preceded in death by her companion of 30 years, Leo Zachary, her parents and grandparents.

Casket bearers will be Alan Blueback, Harry Blueback, Jesse LeClair Jr., Joseph LeClair, B.J. Roughface and Nelson Roughface.

paid obituary

Services Pending

Jean Stavinsky

Jean Stavinsky, Ponca City resident, died Thursday, May 4, 2000, at the Renaissance. She was 82. Arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home.

Clarence L. Andrews

Clarence L. Andrews, Ponca City resident, died Thursday, May 4, 2000, at his residence. He was 75. Arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home.

Vernon Stagner

Vernon Stagner, Ponca City resident, died Thursday, May 4, 2000, at the Retama Manor in Victoria, Texas. He was 80. Arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home.

Mary E. Poulson

Mary E. Poulson, former Ponca City resident, died Thursday, May 4, 2000, in Denham Springs, La. Arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home.

Bernice Lipski

Bernice Lipski, former Ponca City resident, died Thursday, May 4, 2000, at the Cayuga County Nursing Home in Sennett, N.Y. She was 92. Arrangements are pending with Trout Funeral Home.

Kenneth C. Carriger

Kenneth C. Carriger, Newkirk resident, died Thursday, May 4, 2000, at his home. He was 87. Arrangements are pending with Grace Memorial Chapel.

NEWS BRIEFS

Mourners Dinner — The Giveswater Service Club Mourners dinner will be at noon Saturday at the Ponca Tribal Affairs dining hall. Everyone is invited and should bring dishes and chairs. For more information call 762-8104.

Pauline’s Shrimp peel. All you can eat $11.95, Friday 5th. For reservations call 765-5460.adv.

Episcopal Sack Sale — The Grace Episcopal Church women will hold a sack sale from 9 a.m. until noon on Saturday as a windup of their annual spring rummage sale. The event is being held in the Parish Hall of the church at Thirteenth Street and East Grand Avenue. Everyone is welcome. Profits from the sale are budgeted by the ECW for local and diocesan outreach projects.

Theft — A woman reported from the 2000 block of North Seventh Street at 12:12 p.m. on Thursday that her purse had been stolen. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.

Subject held — An officer reported at 3:21 p.m. on Thursday from North Ash Street and West Hartford Avenue that a 22-year-old man was being held for speeding and driving on a canceled license.

Fraud — At 9:45 a.m. on Thursday someone reported a false pawn declaration from the 800 block of South Fourth Street. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.

Dougan's Bar-B-Q Friday special from 4-8 p.m., all you can eat ribs with beans, potato salad and

coleslaw, $7.49. 215 South 14th,

765-7979. adv.

Subject held — Ponca City Police reported at 10:02 a.m. on Thursday that a 17-year-old male was in custody for auto burglary.

Don’t Miss This!! Our last scheduled pool tournament at

The Blue Lite Lounge is Saturday, May 6, 2000 at 7:00 pm. See you there. adv.

Subject held — An officer reported at 11:33 a.m. on Thursday from the 1600 block of North Seventh Street that a 12-year-old boy was being held for a narcotics violation.

Accident — An official at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center reported at 4:09 p.m. on Thursday that they were treating a woman for injuries she received when her vehicle struck her residence in the 400 block of North Peachtree Street. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.

Accident — A postal carrier reported at 11:57 a.m. on Thursday from the 100 block of West Fresno Avenue that he had been involved in an accident. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.

Canna Bulbs Richard Wallace yellow sale. 39 cents each, regular 69 cents. Keathly’s Nursery. adv.

Accident — A motorist reported at 4:04 p.m. on Thursday a minor accident on the 400 block of West Grand Avenue. An officer was assigned and a report was taken.

Jim Bowen Construction­ Custom homes, room additions and

remodeling. Call 762-3077. adv.

Accident — A two vehicle accident was reported at 4:06 p.m. on Thursday at the corner of North Second Street and East Highland Avenue. An officer was assigned and a report was taken. One vehicle was towed from the scene.

New Spring Rates at Gene’s Cab. 762-2500. $2.50 minimum,

$5.00 maximum for a single destination ride inside the city limits. Stops are extra, but no charge for

extra riders. adv.

Subject held — Ponca City Police reported at 4:51 p.m. on Thursday that a 15-year-old boy was being held for grand larceny of lost property.

Concrete Statuary in stock one group 25% off price marked.

Keathly’s Nursery. adv.

Subject held — An officer reported at 5:39 p.m. on Thursday from North Sixth Street and East Hartford avenue that a 34-year-old female was being held for driving without a license and an expired tag.

Windjammer Restaurant now open. 11-9 Wednesday-Friday, 7-9

Friday-Saturday. Kaw Landing Marina. 765-0696. adv.

Subject held — Ponca City Police reported at 8:18 p.m. on Thursday that a 15 year old boy was being held for grand larceny.

Court Allen Construction. Brick, flagstone, concrete, walkway’s, patios and planters. Call 765-2720. adv.

Accident — Officers reported at 8:27 p.m. on Thursday from Moneytree that a reckless driver hit a gas meter and an electrical pole, before calling an ambulance and fleeing the scene on foot. Officers were unable to locate the driver.

Stormescape Shelters, perfect for garage, under vehicle, installation. $1,695. 765-2633. adv.

FBI Program — The FBI Training Network will broadcast via satellite a program Workplace Violence from Threat to Prevention, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 17. The program is a CLEET approved continuing education training. There is no need for pre-enrollment. The course will be conducted at Pioneer Tech, 2101 North Ash Street, and is open to the community, according to Major Clayton Johnson, assistant chief of police.

Head Country Saturday night special. All you can eat beef brisket with beans, potato salad and coleslaw, $7.49. All day. 1217 East Prospect. adv.

Sponsor Game Day — The Northern Lights Community Theatre is sponsoring a game day Tuesday, May 9 from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Red Cross Building in Blackwell. Everyone is encouraged to bring their group of players and favorite card or table game. There will be snacks and drinks provided by Northern Lights Community Theatre. Cost is $5 per person. RSVP to Paula at 363-3524 or Jamie at 363-3360. Come enjoy an afternoon of games and fun.

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Hours: Tuesday, 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, 1-3 p.m. and Thursday, 6-8 p.m. 700 West Broadway. 765-9689. adv.

LIFESTYLES

Piano Students To Give Recital At First Christian
Alpha Chi Omega Alumnae Install Officers
Rho Chapter Members Meet
Little News
Xi Gamma Sigma Chapter Meets

Piano Students To Give Recital At First Christian

Piano students of Roberta Motz will present a recital Sunday at the First Christian Church, Fifth and Cleveland, at 3 p.m. The public is invited to attend.

Performing in the recital will be Maggie Taylor, Katie Southard, Ian Donovan, Audrey Donovan, Joseph Skaggs, Jeremy Ricketson, Jennifer Christian, Allison Powell, Kathleen Larrison, Alicia Allen and Rosa Lee Flanigin.

Frances Thompson, a member of the Ponca City Piano Quartet, will join Mrs. Motz in the final number which will be two movements from the piano duet version of Beethoven’s 5th Symphony The Piano Quartet recently performed the entire symphony with an ensemble of 13 pianists at seven grand pianos at the Beethoven Society National Festival on the campus of Southwestern State University in Weatherford.

Three of the students will receive gold cups for their piano solo performances in the National Federation of Music Clubs Junior Music Festival. Joseph Skaggs and Alicia Allen achieved their first gold cups, which represent three years of superior performances, and Jennifer Christian achieved her second gold cup, representing six years of superior performances.

Ian Donovan will be recognized for receiving a 1+ on his performance in the district Achievement Auditions, and Ashley Donovan for achieving a score of 100 on the Achievement theory test.

National Guild Audition pins will be presented to all of the students who performed 3- to 7-piece programs for the Guild judge on April 29 at the First Methodist Church in Ponca City.

This program is dedicated to National Music Week, which is sponsored by the National Federation of Music Clubs.

Alpha Chi Omega Alumnae Install Officers

Members of the Alpha Chi Omega Alumnae chapter, Delta Lambda Delta, met for their last meeting of the year at the home of Mariann Bryant. Co-hostesses for the salad supper meeting were Verna McKenzie and Sandy Hudack.

Officers for 2000-02 were installed, and Geri Nesbit conducted the ceremony, and presented officers with red carnations. New officers are Tammie Barham, president; Fran Mathews, vice president ; Verna McKenzie, secretary; Julie Lawrence, treasurer; Sandy Hudack, Panhellenic representative; and Melinda Glasgow, rush information chairman.

Mrs. Barham conducted the meeting and officers reports were given. Sandy Hudack reported that Panhellenic scholarships were presented at the April 25 assembly. Recipients of the scholarships this year were Brooke Boyd, T.J. Dancey, Christina Hassell and Ashley Van Hoesen. The Christmas house tour the first Sunday in December provides funds for the scholarships.

Mrs. Hudack also gave the service project report, announced that paper goods collected in March had been delivered to the Domestic Violence shelter. before Easter, individual baskets for children and two large baskets filled with cosmetics and personal items for the women were also delivered to the shelter. Domestic abuse is the national altruism project for Alpha Chi Omega, and is strongly supported by the local chapter.

Information about the national convention was given to members. Names and accomplishments of those nominated for national offices were reviewed. The chapter delegate will be voting for these officers and other items at the national convention June 7-10 in Indianapolis, Ind. Convention theme is “our Heritage. Our Future.” Melinda Glasgow is the voting delegate, and Sandy Hudack, province alumnae chairman for Oklahoma and Arkansas, will also be attending.

Special guest at the recent local meeting was Judy Rutledge of Independence, Kan. , a local chapter member, who brought a ring belonging to Celia McClure who wrote the symphony of Alpha Chi Omega, for placement in the national archives.

Melinda Glasgow distributed thank you packets to officers from outgoing president Valorie Buss. the next meeting will be an officers’ workshop in May.

Rho Chapter Members Meet

Rho chapter of Beta Sigma Phi sorority met at Carol Neilson’s home on April 26 with seven members present. She reminded members that Founder’s Day would take place on April 27. Jan Leach wrote the resume and it was given to Ms. Neilson to read. Andrea Morriss read the story behind the praying hands, and Neilson read “18 things we can learn from a dog.”

Members gave their birthday wish list. The birthday party/gift exchange will take place on May 10 at the Leach home at 6:30 p.m. Bambi Correll won the traveling basket, and Debbie McClaskey won the mystery gift.

Rho chapter met earlier in the month at Bambi Correll’s house. Rho chapter members prepared for their fundraiser of taking “bunny” pictures at Wal Mart on April 15-16. Trish Dilbeck and Kris Hanna made announcements, and Susan Scales won the mystery gift.

Another meeting recently held at Debbie McClaskey’s home was a baked potato supper. Neilson made announcements, and Dawn Pruitt won the traveling basket. Kim Ochoa won the mystery gift.

Little News

Jake and Brenda McKinnis of Edmond announce the birth of a son, Ethan Fletcher, at 9:18 p.m., April 18, 2000, at the Renaissance Center in Edmond. He weighed 6 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 20 1/2 inches long.

Grandparents are Doug and Joy Smith of Dillon, Colo.; Roger and Cheryl Smith of Dallas, Texas; and Danny and Diana McKinnis of Ponca City.

Great-grandparents are Jay and Melissa Fletcher of Ponca City; Lee and Naomi Chartier of Hennessey; Jerry and Lea Reames of Blackwell; and Dan and Evelyn McKinnis of Hulbert.

Great-great-grandmother is Ezia Fletcher of Odessa, Texas.

Jessica Nicole Shafer is the name chosen by Jerry and Angela Shafer for their daughter born at 8:47 p.m. Jan. 27, 2000, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. The baby has a sister, Joanna, 8, and a brother, Jerry, 7.

Maternal grandparents are Maxine Hasselbring of Ponca City, and Dannie and Bonnie Hasselbring of Peckham. Paternal grandparents are Glen and Angie Shafer of Ponca City.

Announcing the birth of a daughter at 5:08 p.m. April 14, 2000, at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center are Johney and Anita Inguarm. Jayci Lynette Inguarm weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces, and measured 19 inches long. she has two brothers, Johnny, 9, and James, 5.

Maternal grandparents are Glen and Angie Shafer of Ponca City, and paternal grandparents are Shirley Johnston of McAlester, and Jesse C. Inguarm of Tacoma, Wash.

Xi Gamma Sigma Chapter Meets

Xi Gamma Sigma chapter of Beta Sigma Phi sorority met April 27 at the Ponca City Country Club, following the celebration of Founder’s Day. There were 16 members present.

A brief business meeting was conducted by Peggy Cookson, president. Pam Sober was selected as the Chapter Girl of the Year at the dinner.

Members were reminded that the next regular meeting will be May 9, at the home of Jenny Ullery. The meeting will be the annual installation of officers, a welcome ritual for Sharla Vetter, and a Exemplar ritual for Cindy Russell. Members were reminded that the final meeting of the year will be May 23, and will be the annual birthday party and revealing of secret sister names at the home of Leora Simmons. Members reviewed the Founder’s Day Banquet as the program.

RELIGION

Presbyterians To Celebrate Older Adults
Church Briefs
United Methodist General Conference Underway
Kaw City Christians Plan Saturday Feed
CWU Tell Plans
‘Come Let Us Reason Together’
Presbyterian Women Plan Meeting
Soaring Like Eagles Lutherans Celebrate May 13
First Lutherans Focus On ‘Walking with Christ’
Pastor Announces Sermon Topic For Lutherans
St Pauls Methodist Childrens Choirs Present Musical
New Life Baptist Plans May Revival

Presbyterians To Celebrate Older Adults

The First Presbyterian Church will be honoring and saluting their Older Adults beginning with those 60 years of age and upward during morning worship service on Sunday, May 7, according to Dr. Bill Guilford, Interim Minister.

Each will receive a special invitation to be present Sunday morning and there will be a Special Reception for all Older Adults in the Fellowship Hall immediately following the service.

Special transportation will be provided for those who need it, Dr. Guilford pointed out.

There are special programs planned especially for this group during the week. On Monday night, May 8, a covered dish dinner will be served and Charles Casey will be the speaker on “Wills and Trusts.” On Tuesday, May 9, folks will gather for dessert in the Fellowship Hall and Dr. Guilford will be the speaker. On Thursday night, May 11, there will be a party for all older adults with fun, games, cards and refreshments scheduled.

In discussing the salute to the church’s older adults, Dr. Guilford said the Office of Older Adult Ministry has published an Older Adult Ministry document stating that the fastest growing segment of our society today are those 85 years of age and over. It is estimated that by the end of 2000, there will be 100,000 centenarians living in the United States. This situation is creating unprecedented challenges to governments, to its citizens and policy makers and especially to the churches.

Dr. Guilford pointed out, “The office on Older Adult Ministry of the Presbyterian Church has embarked on a bold new venture to increase and expand older adult ministry at every level of the church, so that within five years at least 3,000 churches will have an identifiable and intentional ministry with, by and for older persons; 85 Presbyterians will have a network of persons who are leading this ministry and eight synods will sponsor training conferences for the older adult network every year.”

Plans are that this event will be an Intergenerational Event, Dr. Guilford pointed out, with the young people asked to come to the reception in order to meet the older people, spend time together and sit with their new friends during the worship service.

“We are hoping that this will be a very Special Day for the whole congregation to become aware of our older people and appreciate their commitment to God and the Church of Jesus Christ,” Dr. Guilford said.

Church Briefs

United Methodist General Conference Underway

The United Methodist General Conference, top legislative body of the denomination, is now underway in Cleveland, Ohio. The ten-day conference is held every four years and includes nearly 1,000 delegates — half lay and half clergy — from the United States, Africa, Europe, and the Philippines. The Oklahoma conference is represented by 20 delegates, who were elected last May at the conference’s annual meeting.

The ten lay delegates from Oklahoma are Carl Young of Edmond, Tom Junk of Tulsa, Judy Benson of Frederick, Dianne Bauman of Norman, Vicki Coulter of Helena, Larry Hodges of Forgan, Tal Oden of Altus, Hershel Beard of Madill, Nicole Absher of Edmond and Robert Parker of Tulsa. Clergy delegates are Phillip Fenn of Norman, Robert Pierson of Tulsa, Jessica Moffatt of Bixby, Mouzon Biggs Jr. of Tulsa, Danny Moss of Ardmore, Guy C. Ames of Oklahoma City, Joseph Harris of Nashville, James Buskirk of Tulsa, David Severe of Oklahoma City and Margaret Ball of Bartlesville. Oklahoma Indian Missionary Conference will be presented at the United Methodist general meeting by Thomas Roughface Sr. of Ponca City and Eli McHenry. This week the delegates are working in committees, considering nearly 1,500 petitions that have been submitted by United Methodist individuals and groups around the world. The conference will conclude May 12.

Kaw City Christians Plan Saturday Feed

The First Christian Church in Kaw City is planning a feed on Saturday, May 6 at the First Christian Church in Kaw City from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. The menu will include sausage, gravy, biscuits, hash browns and drink for $4 for adults, $2 for six years old and under.

A Silent Auction is also planned, taking sealed bids on a Queen-sized quilt made by Kaw City Helping Hands Club in 1980. Bids will be opened Christmas in July. Donations of $240 and over can be taken off income tax, it was noted. The quilt may be seen at the Christian Church.

Everyone is welcome to attend.

CWU Tell Plans

Church Women United’s May Friendship Day, May 12, 12 noon, First Christian Church. Luncheon is free, everyone is requested to bring a salad.

‘Come Let Us Reason Together’

The Hartford Avenue Church of Christ invites the public to share God’s Word with them every week — Sunday Bible classes 9:30a.m., worship 10:30 a.m., Sunday evening service 6 p.m. and Wednesday service 7 p.m. They have classes for all age levels — nursery through adult. Watch the Search program Sunday at 8 a.m. on TV Channel 5 or 8.

You are invited to the city-wide Bible class at the Hartford Avenue Church of Christ Sunday evenings at 6 p.m., an in-depth study of Romans. This week Romans 3:27-31 “Boasting No Longer.” Having shown that men cannot justify themselves, and especially that the Jews have no grounds for boasting in that they were given the Law of Moses. Paul now speaks about a new law — “the law of faith”.

Lord, You color our flowers, trees and a rainbow and touch us gently with raindrops. Thank you for the countless wonders You bring to us each day. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Presbyterian Women Plan Meeting

“Glimpses of God’s Kingdom Through Our Neighbor’s Eyes” will be the theme of the Presbyterian Women when they meet Thursday, May 11 at 12 noon. Lois Palmer and women from St. John’s Church will present the program. Hostesses are members of the Lily Jackson Circle. The blessing will be given by Dorene Klos and the devotion by Barbara Younger.

Members of Presbyterian Women are encouraged to bring items for the Emergency Infant Center in Tulsa.

Soaring Like Eagles Lutherans Celebrate May 13

The Oklahoma District of the International Lutheran Laymen’s League (LLL) will meet May 13 in Broken Arrow to “Soar Like Eagles.”

Lutheran Hour Ministries supporters as well as LLL members are invited to take part in this annual event.

The celebration event will be at Immanuel Lutheran Church’s West Campus on 145th E. Avenue (Aspen Ave.) south of 71st Street in Broken Arrow.

Based on Isaiah 40:31, the theme encourages Christians to rely on the strength provided by God to live under His guidance and to do His work.

Registration with refreshments and the LLL business begin at 8 a.m., while the ‘soaring’ starts at 10 a.m., ending at about 4 p.m.

Registration, which includes a light breakfast and lunch, is $15 per person or $25 per couple. Children (one per paying adult) under 11 years of age are free. Pre-register by mail to Ron Schaulat, 8413 Sandpiper Rd., Oklahoma City, OK 74132.

“Come and find out how you can be a part of bringing the news of Christ to all nations,” Schaulat urged.

DCE Carole Prime of Purcell will be guest speaker May 13 at the convention/celebration of the Oklahoma District Lutheran Laymen’s League.

She’ll discuss missions, especially her service in Guatemala last fall where she taught Bible, science and history in a middle school.

Prime also will talk about churches’ ministry to families.

Another highlight of the May 13 event will be a showing of the Lutheran Hour ministries TV talk show, “On Main Street.” The selected program will be “Forgiving the Unforgivable.”

Mrs. Prime, a former teacher, has spent most of her career in education. She started three pre-schools — two in Michigan and one at Trinity in Norman, where she was both teacher and principal, as the school grew, for 10 years. Also a Director of Christian Education, trained at Concordia University in Seward, Neb., she served 12 years as DCE at Trinity, Norman.

In 1999 Prime spent a semester as a teacher in Guatemala with the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod’s (LCMS) Mission Service.

As Oklahoma District Ministry Specialist of Youth and Education, she travels the state helping congregations with youth programs and schools.

Carole and her husband, Dr. Larry Prime, live on a small beef cattle ranch south of Purcell. She has three grown daughters. One of them, Carly Stevens, served in Russia in 1999 with the LCMS Mission Service.

Anyone who listens on Sundays to The Lutheran Hour is invited to the celebration event May 13. This radio program, on the air since 1930, is one of several ways Lutheran Hour Ministries carries out its plan of “Bringing Christ to the Nations and the Nations to the Church.” For more information see the web site, www.lhm.org.

The International Lutheran Laymen’s League’s Convention in Tulsa in July 1999 drew nearly 1,400 people from the U.S., Canada, and several other countries. The International LLL began in 1917. The Oklahoma District LLL was organized in 1945 in Perry, with Ernest W. Balke of Tulsa as its first president.

District officers today include Ron Schaulat, OKC, president; Raymond Riddle, Bristow, vice president; Diana Martin, secretary, and David Martin, treasurer, both of Edmond. Okla.

First Lutherans Focus On ‘Walking with Christ’

Both the 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. services at First Lutheran Church on Sunday, May 7 will focus on walking in the light of Christ. The good news that was heard on that first Easter morning was almost too good to be true. But the disciples found that it was true; Jesus had truly risen from the dead. Knowing this truth, Christians are now to walk in the light of the forgiveness Christ has won.

The opening hymn will be “I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light.” Pastor Ramsey’s sermon is entitled, “Buried with Christ.” During the services the Senior Choir will sing “Shine, Jesus, Shine.” Holy Communion will be celebrated at both services.

The discussion at the 6:30 service will continue to center on the Fruit of the Spirit. This Sunday will discuss the aspect of “joy.” As the group last week discussed “love,” Pastor Ramsey challenged each worshipper to consciously try to perform at least one act of true “agape” love. The topic is very interesting and timely, he pointed out. All who enjoy a more informal setting in which to worship are invited to join the members of First Lutheran each Sunday evening at 6:30.

Just a reminder that on May 21 the 11 a.m. service will be held at Lake Ponca. The service will be followed by a lunch. That service will be the initial performance of the newly formed Praise Band. They will lead the worship at the park. Make plans now to join in this exciting form of worship and fellowship.

Pastor Announces Sermon Topic For Lutherans

On this first Sunday in May, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church gathers together for worship at 10 a.m., in the power of the Risen Lord. Here in this assembly, Christ Jesus opens the scriptures and reveals himself to us, Pastor Bruce Keck noted. Gathered at His table, we partake of His body and His blood, mindful that His life has been broken for us, so that our broken lives might be healed and made whole. Prince of Peace Lutheran Church practices open communion, as a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

On this Third Sunday of Easter, the sermon will focus on the peace that God alone can give us, Pastor Keck pointed out. A peace that bears witness to a God of deep and profound grace and love. The Prince of Peace Lutherans extend His peace to all who call upon Him.

Please come and join with us as we assemble to worship the Risen Christ in all of His glory. Sunday School begins at 9 a.m. Worship is at 10 a.m., followed by fellowship.

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church is located at 2800 Turner Road in Ponca City. The telephone number is 762-7698.

St Pauls Methodist Childrens Choirs Present Musical

This Sunday, May 7, at 6:30 p.m., the children’s choirs will present their annual Spring Musical “The Believer’s Millennium Day Parade”. This production features both the Junior and Carol Choirs, with solos given by Brittany Bull, Abby Fry, and Britany Lawrence.

The play is set during the “Jacy’s” New Year Parade at the beginning of the year 2000. The parade honors those who have made the biggest impact on the world. Suddenly, the parade is stopped and we are reminded of the man who has influenced life for two thousand years: Jesus Christ. We are led into a different kind of parade honoring Him who gave His life that we might live. Come join in the celebration of life. Come hear the bands play, and see the floats as they pass by. Come and share in the excitement of His coming! God Bless!

There will be a reception in Fellowship Hall following the play.

New Life Baptist Plans May Revival

The New Life Baptist Church family will be in revival service, May 17-19 at 7 o’clock. nightly. New Life Baptist church is located at 301 South Waverly. Dr. Reginald Terry, pastor of the Antioch Baptist Church in Omaha, Nebraska, is the guest evangelist.

Dr. Terry, a native of Arkansas, comes to us with both education and experience. He has been the guest preacher at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Ky., the Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Kan., as well as the Nebraska Baptist Church in Omaha, Neb. and the President of Terryfic Concepts, Inc., a faith-based firm which specializes in Organizational Vision and Mission Development and Mediating Conflicts (Alternative Dispute Resolution) from the faith perspective.

The community is invited to come and hear this dynamic man of God. “Come and let us get excited for the Lord, May 17-19, 7 p.m. each night,” the Rev. James L. Williams, pastor of New Life Baptist church, invited.

EDUCATION

Summer School Numbers Discussed at COC Meeting
PTC Vacancies
Berry Selected as Summer Intern in Washington, D.C.
NOC Hosts Gala 2000
School News
Friends of Education Discuss PIE Updates

Summer School Numbers Discussed at COC Meeting

The Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce Education Committee met April 4 at Ponca City Tomorrow and discussed the number of Ponca City students that will attend summer school.

Superintendent Dr. Bill White said there would be three locations for summer school. Grades K-2 will be at Liberty Elementary for a half-day program concentrating on reading. The school anticipates 250-300 students to attend that program.

Union School will have 3-6 grades with an all-day program with over 300 students expected. The program would include volunteer summer school Smart Camp and required classes in reading and math.

West Middle School will provide 6-8 graders with a four-hour program focusing on the core classes.

The high school will have select classes such as drivers education and biology. The high school students must pay tuition of $100.

About 700-800 students are expected to attend summer school.

White said the board had a good discussion on the capital needs looking forward to 2003-2006.

He also commented that the State Fire Marshall was not satisfied with the East Middle School fire escapes and they have to redo some of the plans.

Bus services will be provided through the neighborhood schools for summer school.

He noted there is a need for math teachers during the summer.

Dr. Patti Ladd commented that AmeriCorp workers would be helping in tutoring, but many other volunteers are needed.

Following discussion on what is the expected number of students to be retained, Ladd said there are two types of students. The students that are attending summer school because of low attendance will need to have a 90 percent attendance level this summer or they will be retained.

For students that are below their reading level, summer school will help with their reading skills.

Perry Peterson reported that many of the PIE Partners have sponsored an author to visit all the elementary schools. The author has visited Lincoln, Roosevelt and Garfield schools so far.

Dan Gilliam reported on the Great Race Team and their willingness to do work to raise funds for the competition in June.

PTC Vacancies

Pioneer Technology Center is seeking any interested citizens who would like to serve on the board to complete the unexpired terms in Zone 2 and Zone 4.

Interested citizens must meet the qualifications to be a board member as well as reside within boundaries. All interested individuals need to send a letter of application no later than May 19, 2000, to Bruce DeMuth, Interim Superintendent, 2101 N. Ash, Ponca City, 74601.

Berry Selected as Summer Intern in Washington, D.C.

Amanda Lee Berry, 1997 Ponca City Senior High graduate and Oklahoma State University junior, has been selected as a summer intern for Senator Don Nickles.

She will be working in the senator’s office during the month of July in Washington, D.C. Berry will also travel to Philadelphia to serve as a volunteer for the 2000 Republican National Convention.

Amanda is a political science major. She is listed on the President’s Honor Roll and is a member of Golden Key National Honor Society. She is the daughter of Max and Carolyn Berry and a member of Zeta Tau Alpha social sorority where she serves as sports chair.

She also works part-time for the Board of Regents Legal Counsel where former Ponca City residents Charlie Drake and Paula Johnson are attorneys.

NOC Hosts Gala 2000

Northern Oklahoma College welcomed one of the largest audiences ever attending a Northern Gala performance to Gala 2000, held last weekend in the Performing Arts Center Concert Hall.

This fifth annual concert was organized and directed by 1982 alumnus Gerald "Jerry" Steichen of New York City and was acclaimed by patrons as the best Gala to date.

Paying tribute to American composer Aaron Copland, Jerry conducted the Gala Orchestra of professional musicians from Oklahoma City, Wichita and Edmond in "El Salon Mexico" to open the concert. One of the favorite numbers on the program was his piano rendition of a medley of selections from "Phantom of the Opera," accompanied by the orchestra.

Jerry, an artist-in-residence at Northern in 1995-96, enjoys working with our music students, spending several hours rehearsing with the College Choir and selected choruses that will perform during the concert. These students have the opportunity to appear on stage with featured professional artists accompanied by a large symphony orchestra. Incidentally, Jerry's sister Brenda Dobbs was a member of the orchestra.

This year's guest artist, soprano Midge Woolsey, gave an outstanding performance of songs from operettas and musical theatre. We appreciated her compliments to the campus, particularly to our Performing Arts Center, and to the talents of the Northern students. She is a well-known radio and television personality and a very talented and gracious lady.

Mariann Cook Priboy, Northern's director of musical theatre and a veteran of Broadway musicals, teamed with Midge for several numbers. Mariann spends her summers performing with such companies as Light Opera of Oklahoma, Tulsa Pops Symphony and Oklahoma Symphony Orchestra. This year she is going to create the role of Iva Hummingbird in the world premiere of the opera "Ochelata's Wedding" for the 2000 OK Mozart Festival.

The instrumental soloists, Dineo Heilmann playing Copland's "Concerto for Clarinet" and Dr. Michael Moore, playing Clarke's "Carnival of Venice" on the cornet, gave virtuoso performances. Dineo chairs the Northern Division of Fine Arts and Mike is the head of Jazz Studies as well as director of the annual Redbud Jazz Festival. Although not appearing as a solo artist, Choir Director Rick Edgington is responsible for the polished performance of the College Choir.

During intermission and following the concert, patrons viewed the exhibition of student art in the Eleanor Hays Gallery. Audrey Schmitz, director of our Art Department, coordinates this annual display each spring. Our students produce fine quality work in painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, photography and computer manipulated images under the tutelage of Audrey, Neo Kirby, Cindy Rasche and Dr. Glenn Cope.

This year 355 art works by 87 students fill the East and West Wings as well as the lobby. The exhibit will remain on view through noon May 6, and admission is free.

The Gala was preceded by the annual Alumni and Friends Reunion Banquet organized by Jeanne Ackerson, the director of alumni relations as well as of the NOC Foundation. More than 100 former students and guests attended the reunion. We feel sure that all those returning to visit their alma mater, especially the Honor Classes of the 1930s, 1940 and 1950, are proud of the achievements that have been accomplished on campus in all areas as well as within the Fine Arts Division.

Commencement Exercises for the Class of 2000, the first graduating class of this millennium and the 94th graduating class in the history of the institution, will be held at 9:30 a.m. this Saturday in Foster-Piper Fieldhouse.

School News

LittleCook Honored

Chris LittleCook of Ponca City was selected as one of the Outstanding Scholars of the 2000 graduating class at Northern Oklahoma College. He maintained a 4.0 GPA while earning his associate’s degree in business administration. He is employed by the Ponca Tribe as the Director of the Johnson O’Malley program, the Youth Outreach program, and a new program to combat underage drinking. He is also vice president of the Ponca City Board of Education.

OBU Honor Roll

Four Ponca City students were named to the honor roll for Oklahoma Baptist University. They are Christina Cooper, Elise Jeffries, Kyle Vincent and Tara Williams.

Board Meeting

East Middle School PTSA will hold a board meeting on Thursday, May 11 in the East Library from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Board volunteers are needed for next year’s eighth grade class. Those interested in attending should call 767-8010.

Herard Receives Scholarship

Heather Herard of Ponca City has been awarded an All-College Scholarship from aid Association for Lutherans (AAL). The scholarship is for $2,000. Herard is a senior at Ponca City High School.

Pameticky Awarded Money

Mindy Pameticky, Ponca City, has been awarded the Excel Corporation Scholarship for the 2000-2001 school year at Oklahoma State University. Mindy is a junior at OSU majoring in agricultural economics. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Pameticky of Ponca City.

Merrifield Receives Honor

Karly Merrifield, student at Po-Hi, has been named a United States National Award Winner for Student Council. She is the daughter of Dr. Jim and Sandy Merrifield. Her grandparents are Dr. Vernon and Wanza Merrifield and Mr. and Mrs. Don Crosson of Ponca City.

Brock Graduates

Former Po-Hi graduate Sherry A. Brock will graduate Magna Cum Laude on May 13 from St. Gregory’s University in Shawnee. She was a student in their accelerated degree proram and obtained her bachelor’s degree in business administration. She works for the Human Resources Department at TDK Ferrites Corporation in Shawnee and is the daughter of Mary M. Brock of Ponca City.

Friends of Education Discuss PIE Updates

The Ponca City Friends of Education met April 18 at the Ponca City Board of Education Office.

Members and guests present were Helene Schwartz, Barbara Dewey, Linda Powers, Charles Casey, Sue Boettcher, Barry Bickle, Charles Hollar, Jan Jarrett, Patty Ladd, John Scroggins, Dr. Joe Kinzer, Gini Carey and Monya Myers.

Updates were given on Excellence in Education Week by Gini Carey. The program was held on April 25 at the Poncan Theater. Seven elementary schools and approximately 130 students participated in the program.

Bickle asked for a resolution authorizing him to move the money from the stock sold by the committee to the Attucks Alliance. The motion passed.

A “thank you” card was received by Shelley Wilson, former Ponca City Teacher of the Year, who received a scholarship to attend Outstanding Teachers Academy this summer.

Schwartz talked about providing tutors and tutoring as part of the Gear Up program. Gear Up (Gaining Awareness for Undergraduate Programs) is two-fold. It provides awareness and readiness and involves tutoring, ACT classes, summer programs, etc.

She also discussed a Summer Vista program which involves working one on one in a reading program with most “at risk” children.

Contributions to date for Friends of Education is $14,000 for 2000.

The next meeting is scheduled for May 18 at 7:30 a.m. the Administration Offices. Meetings will now be scheduled the third Thursday of every month unless notified otherwise.

Dates are June 15, July 20, Aug. 17, Sept. 21, Oct. 19, Nov. 16 and Dec. 21.

SPORTS

Lady Cats Finish 7th In State Golf
Cats Track Teams Host 5A Regional
NOC Signs All Stater

Lady Cats Finish 7th In State Golf

EDMOND — Ponca City’s bid for a first division finish in the Class 5A girls state tournament fell just seven strokes short Thursday at the Kickingbird Golf Club.

The Lady Wildcats, like much of the rest of the 12-team field, struggled somewhat on the second day of the tournament, posting a 361 Thursday for a 703 total. That left them in seventh place, seven strokes behind Enid.

Jenni Nimmo was the only Poncan to solve the second-day placements as she dropped two strokes off her Wednesday score with a 79 to finish at 160.

Kelle Waddell posted an 86-94—180, Ashley Mott had 91-92—183, Heather Staires 85-98—183 and Calyn Snell 90-96—186.

Even high flying Edmond North posted a higher second day score, coming in at 312 on Thursday. But the Lady Huskies still finished well ahead of the rest of the field at 619 to grab their fourth straight state title.

Edmond Memorial was a very distant second at 331-324—655. Bartlesville was the only team to improve dramatically. The third-place Lady Bruins made the second tour of the Kickingbird course with 329, bettering their first day score by 21 strokes for a 679 total. Stillwater finished fourth at 684.

Although they fell just short of their goal in the state tournament, the Lady Cats couldn’t be too unhappy with the season. They qualified for state as a team for the first time in several years.

And it appears they will be back. The Lady Cats lose just one senior, Staires, and have several players who will be freshmen next season who can help.

Cats Track Teams Host 5A Regional

Ponca City’s Wildcat track teams will feel right at home in their bid to qualify for the sate meet.

That’s because the Ponca Citians will be at home as they host the regional meet in Class 5A and 4A Saturday.

Eight Class 5A teams and eight Class 4A teams will crowd into Sullins Stadium vying for spots in the state meet to be held in Ardmore next weekend.

The Owasso boys and the Stillwater girls will probably be favored based on results from the Frontier Conference meet held here a week ago. The Rams and Lady Pioneers finished second to the Jenks sweep of the conference e meet.

However, Jenks — along with Broken Arrow, Bartlesville and Tulsa Union — have been assigned to the other eastern regional.

Joining Owasso, Stillwater, Sapulpa, Sand Springs and Ponca City for the regional will be Edmond North, Enid and OC Northwest Classen.

Ponca City finished eighth in both divisions of the conference meet.

The Wildcats will be looking to do well in the field events and possibly the relays.

Jared Brashears placed third in the high jump in the conference meet, clearing 6-0. Billy Broughton was fourth and Kyle Henderson sixth in the long jump. Broughton went 19-2 and Hendeson 18-4. Jason Jump cleared 12 feet in the pole vault to finish fifth.

The Wildcats were also sixth in the 400-meter relay. They were timed in 45.5

NOC Signs All Stater

TONKAWA — Northern Oklahoma College Women's Basketball Coach Greg Krause recently signed two more freshman players for the 2000-2001 season.

Krause signed Oilton All-Stater Ashley Hewitt and Kellyville All-Conference player Jessica Talley.

Hewitt averaged 23.7 points per game her senior year with Oilton High School. The guard also brought down 8.7 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game.

“Ashley is considered one of the top players in the state,” Krause said. “Obviously we're very happy to have her. She is an explosive offensive player off the dribble, as a shooter and a passer.”

Krause said he was impressed with Hewitt's ability to sink the medium-range jumper. “She has a nice medium-range jump shot which is rare since everyone has fallen in love with the three point line,” he said. “I expect Ashley to help us in numerous ways.”

Hewitt was named to the Oklahoma Coaches All-State Team, Daily Oklahoman All-State for two years, Tulsa World All-State, Stillwater News Press Area Player of the Year twice, Daily Oklahoman Super 5 Team, and is the current state career scoring leader for 5-on-5 high school basketball with 2,700 points.

Talley averaged 18.2 points and 9 rebounds per game her senior year at Kelleyville High School. She was named to the Tulsa Gorld All-Metro Team, Will Rogers All-Conference Team three years and the Morrison and Manford All-Tournament Team.

She holds the Kelleyville High School career point total record with 1,122 and the school record for rebounds in a single game with 17. She managed to earn 13 double-doubles her senior year as well.

“Jessica is a pure shooter,” Krause said. “She also possesses a nice jump-hook in the lane. Jessica will be an important addition to our perimeter game. You can tell she has spent a lot of hours in the gym because she shoots the same way every time.”