Midwest City Beacon Education
Athletic facilities to receive boost in bond proposal
Editor’s Note: This is the second part in a series of articles about projects included in Mid-Del School District’s upcoming $492 million bond proposal. The election is set for Oct. 10. By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor Mid-Del Schools made significant improvements to athletic facilities in a 2017 bond issue. Officials say more work is needed.…
Read MoreSafety and security top priority in bond proposal
Editor’s Note: This is the first part in a series of articles about projects included in Mid-Del School District’s upcoming $492 million bond proposal. The election is scheduled for Oct. 10. By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon In planning for the upcoming $492 million bond proposal, Mid-Del School leaders weren’t shy about asking for input.…
Read MoreMid-Del School District calls for $492M bond issue
Voters to decide on three propositions on Oct. 10 special election By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon The Mid-Del Schools Board of Education on Monday voted to place a $492.7 million bond proposal on the Oct. 10 ballot. The record bond proposal seeks to fund a variety of projects across the district including a new…
Read MoreRose State keeps tuition flat
By Alyssa Dalley-Schofield Midwest City Beacon Students at Rose State College won’t see an increase in tuition this year. The college is keeping its tuition and mandatory fees flat for the 2023-24 school year. “By keeping tuition stable, we aim to remove financial barriers and encourage students from various socioeconomic backgrounds to pursue their educational…
Read MoreTownsend Elementary named a model Professional Learning Community
By Alyssa Dalley-Schofield Midwest City Beacon Townsend Elementary was recognized for sustained success in raising student achievement. The Del City school was named a model Professional Learning Community at Work by Solution Tree, a company that specializes in K-12 education. Professional Learning Communities are schools or districts in which educators and administrators adopt a collaborative…
Read MoreCarl Albert graduate named an academic all-stater
By Alyssa Dalley-Schofield Midwest City Beacon Carl Albert’s recent graduate, Maya Joseph, was named an academic all-stater by the Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence. “The Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence Academic Awards Program is Oklahoma’s premiere awards program honoring academic achievement, innovation and leadership among students and educators in our public schools,” said Executive Director Elizabeth Inbody…
Read MoreSchool administrators promoted
By Jeff Harrison Managing Editor The Mid-Del School Board recently approved promotions for three district administrators and updated other titles and roles. Superintendent Rick Cobb requested the changes to help better align the experience and duties of several district administrators. The three biggest changes included promotions for LaShonda Broiles, Pam Huston and Andy Collier. Broiles…
Read MoreSummer Tech program helps students learn about trades and careers
By Jeff Harrison Midwest City Beacon Middle school students explored a variety of career fields at the Mid-Del Technology Center’s Summer Tech program. The weeklong camp on June 26-30 offered classes in aviation, cosmetology, masonry, and robotics. Students learned about the programs through hands-on activities, guest speakers, and demonstrations. All classes were tied to an…
Read MoreMid-Del helping families prepare for school year with Summer Sunrise July 15
By Alyssa Dalley-Schofield Midwest City Beacon Mid-Del Schools are hosting a Summer Sunrise event where you can meet the Mid-Del Staff and get connected to resources for the upcoming school year. Summer Sunrise will take place for the first time July 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Mid-Del Learning Services Center located…
Read MoreMid-Del Schools Fill the Bus
Alyssa Dalley-Schofield Midwest City Beacon Midwest City and Del City Chambers of Commerce come together for a Fill the Bus Campaign in support of the Mid-Del Schools. Over the following three Fridays in July from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Mid-Del School District and both Chambers will host the Fill the Bus event. The…
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