Mid-Del School District

OSSAA Dead Week: June 30-July 7, 2024 Student Athletes cannot participate in school athletic activities during the dead week period. Secondary-level students enrolled or pre-enrolled students at a member school may not use any member school’s athletic facilities during the dead period in connection with any athletic activity governed by the OSSAA. Member school coaches, assistant coaches and sponsors may not have any contact with secondary-level enrolled or pre-enrolled students in that member school in any athletic activity governed by the OSSAA for the purpose of coaching, training, or instructing. Read more by visiting the OSSAA website: https://ossaaillustrated.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/MF_2023-24_SummertimeDeadPeriod.pdf

Join Our Team! We're Hiring Bus Drivers! Are you looking for a rewarding career with great benefits and the chance to make a difference in our community? Mid-Del Public Schools is seeking dedicated and reliable bus drivers to join our team! Why Join Us? ✅ Competitive Pay ✅ Comprehensive Benefits ✅ Paid Training ✅ Flexible Hours ✅ A Supportive and Friendly Work Environment Our bus drivers play a crucial role in the lives of our students, providing safe and reliable transportation every day. If you’re committed to safety, like working with children, and want to be part of a fantastic team, we want to hear from you! Apply Today! Visit our website at www.mid-del.net or call us at 405.739-1790 for more information. #mdpurpose #BusDrivers #JoinOurTeam #MidDelPublicSchools

Members of the Mid-Del Team participated in the Oklahoma State Department of Education's Oklahoma Teacher Career Fair at the Oklahoma History Museum. We had the opportunity to connect with aspiring educators and share the opportunities within the Mid-Del Schools district. #mdpurpose

Congratulations to Karen Bermudez! We are thrilled to announce that Karen Bermudez has been honored with the Excellence in Elementary Mathematics Teaching award by the Oklahoma Council of Teachers of Mathematics! This prestigious recognition was presented at their annual summer conference last Friday. Karen, who teaches 5th-grade Math at Townsend Elementary, has demonstrated outstanding dedication and innovation in her teaching methods, inspiring young minds and fostering a love for mathematics. Join us in celebrating Karen’s remarkable achievement and her commitment to excellence in education! #mdpurpose #oklaed #Math #Educators

The Board of Education named Ms. Rebekah Mitchell as the Head Principal for Parkview Elementary for the 2024-2025 school year during the Special Board of Education meeting today. Rebekah Mitchell has been an elementary intern and assistant principal with Mid-Del for the past year. She is humbled and excited about the opportunity to lead the extraordinary staff of Parkview Elementary as they serve their way into the hearts of their students and families. Together, they will be great stewards of today for a brighter tomorrow! Please help us congratulate Ms. Mitchell!

The Board of Education named Ms. Shakari Dotson as Assistant Principal for Midwest City Middle School for the 2024-2025 school year during the Special Board of Education meeting today. Shakari was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She pursued an undergraduate education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Shakari received her Master’s in Educational Administration Curriculum and Supervision from the University of Oklahoma. Her education journey began with Teach for America, leading her to Oklahoma City, where she started her teaching career at Millwood Middle School, teaching 7th-grade math. Over the past seven years, Shakari has taught science, honors math, and Algebra 1. In addition to teaching, she has been actively involved in enhancing students’ schooling through programs such as Girl Scouts and robotics and coordinating a high-impact in-school tutoring program— Ignite, to make a significant impact within the school community. Shakari enjoys spending quality time with my family outside of school, exploring her love for baking and the great outdoors. She has been happily married to her husband, Gabriel, for four years, and they share a 13-month-old son, Joel. Shakari is thrilled about the opportunity to serve the staff, students, and the community at Midwest City Middle School, and she is eager to contribute to the school's continued success. Please help us welcome Ms. Dotson!

The Board of Education named Mr. Tyler McIntosh as Assistant Principal for Midwest City High School for the 2024-2025 school year during the Special Board of Education meeting today. Tyler is a graduate of Mid-America Christian University and the University of Central Oklahoma. He has served in Mid-Del for seven years, four as an assistant principal at MCMS and one as an AP at CAMS. He taught Oklahoma History and was the head soccer coach for two years at MCHS. Before Mid-Del, he taught and coached at Muskogee High School. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three wonderful daughters, playing soccer, and hanging out with friends. Ultimately, he is excited to return to MCHS and work hard to help our students grow. Please help us congratulate Mr. McIntosh!

The Board of Education named Ms. Chara Patterson as the Head Principal for Midwest City High School for the 2024-2025 school year during the Special Board of Education meeting today. Chara Patterson, a native of Midwest City, found her passion for learning and serving others through the dedication of her teachers at Steed Elementary and Carl Albert. Their influence inspired her to dream big and taught her that her possibilities were limitless. With over 13 years of experience in education, she has served students in grades 5-12 as a classroom teacher, coach, and assistant principal within Oklahoma City Public Schools. Mrs. Patterson is thrilled to return to her roots and serve the students and families of Midwest City High School. Outside of her professional life, Chara cherishes her role as a wife and proud mother of three beautiful children. She finds joy and fulfillment in family time and makes lasting memories together. Patterson fills the role vacated by Ms. Berger who now is serving the District as the Homeless Liaison Administrator. Please help us welcome Ms. Patterson!

The Board of Education named Mrs. Tara Williams as the District’s Finance Coordinator during the Special Board of Education meeting today. Tara Williams is a product of Mid-Del Public Schools; she graduated from Carl Albert High School in 2004. She earned her Bachelor's in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting and Ethics from Mid-America University. Tara has worked for Mid-Del for 14 years and currently serves as the Payroll Coordinator. Tara is married to Kyle Williams, who is also a Mid-Del graduate and is a Captain for the Midwest City Fire Department. She has two children, Cash and Grey Williams. Please help us congratulate Mrs. Williams!

Calling All Future Kindergarteners! We're so excited about the upcoming school year and can't wait to welcome our newest learners! If you have a child who will be starting Kindergarten, now is the perfect time to enroll. Give your child a head start with a fantastic education in a supportive and nurturing environment. Our dedicated teachers are ready to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning. Join the Mid-Del Schools family and make the 2024-2025 school year unforgettable for your little one! Enroll today and let the adventure begin! For more information and to enroll, visit: https: https://www.mid-del.net/page/enrollment #mdpurpose #KindergartenEnrollment #EnrollToday

We invite you to join us for the District's Summer Sunrise Enrollment event on Saturday, July 20 from 9am-12pm. This is an opportunity for you and your family to meet the Mid-Del staff, get resources to help transition to a new school/district, and get enrollment help if you still need to complete new and returning student enrollment! #mdpurpose Register HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf85PKioKexhfzW9LEbmwjP4J-IKF5iP2HP6R1nQXnUrdmbkg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Thank you to the Mid-Del Public Schools Foundation for supporting our schools! The Mid-Del Public Schools Foundation is partnering with Blu School Supplies to purchase a clear backpack for the 2024-2025 school year for $10. All 6th-12th grade students will be required to have a clear backpack this school year. * To guarantee your backpack will arrive before school starts, please order by Friday, July 5, 2024. Use the following link to make a purchase or to donate backpacks to a school. https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MjEwMjQ3

2024-2025 Clear Backpack Requirement for Grades 6-12 In an effort to improve the safety measures currently in place, Mid-Del Public Schools will require all students in grades 6-12 to carry clear backpacks. Additionally, the maximum size for non-transparent bags that students are permitted to carry during the school day will be 5.5 inches x 8.5 inches.

Several of our school counselors from across the district attended the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education’s Student Preparation Summer Institute. We are grateful for this opportunity for our Mid-Del team! #mdpurpose #schoolcounselors

The Board of Education named Mr. Preston Tatum as the District's Director of Accounting during tonight's Board of Education meeting. Preston is a graduate from Southern Nazarene University with a major in Business Administration. After 17 years as an accountant and account manager in the private sector, he joined Mid-Del Schools as our Finance Coordinator 4 years ago. Outside of work he likes to spend his time with family and friends or fishing and hunting. Please help us congratulate Mr. Tatum. . #mdpurpose

The Board of Education named Mrs. Leslie Berger as the District's Homeless Liaison Administrator during tonight's Board of Education meeting. Berger has served 26 years in education at Mid-Del Public Schools. She worked as a teacher for 10 years at Del City High School, an assistant principal for 12 years at Del City High School, Kerr Middle School, and Midwest City High School, and she has spent the last 4 years as the head principal at Midwest City High School. She received her Bachelor's Degree in History and her Masters Degree in Secondary Administration from the University of Central Oklahoma. She is married to Loyd Berger and has one daughter Addison. Please help us congratulate Mrs. Berger. #mdpurpose

Thank you, KOCO Channel 5, for highlighting our new classroom safety locks. Watch the story tonight at 5pm. These enhancements are thanks to the strong support for our Mid-Del Bond election last October. #mdpurpose #SchoolSafety #oklaed

We are in the process of installing our new safety locks for our classroom doors for the 2024-2025 school year. These enhancements were made possible by the overwhelming support from our community through the recent school bond election. Thanks to our dedicated voters, we can invest in critical safety improvements to help improve our learning environment for our students and staff. Your commitment to our schools is making a real difference! Together, we are building a safer and stronger school community. Thank you for your continued support! #mdpurpose #SchoolSafety #CommunitySupport #ThankYouVoters 📸 Credits: Brianna Smith, Social Media Content Intern

PAC Remodel Update As we prepare for the remodel of our Performing Arts Center (PAC), we have an exciting opportunity for you! We are offering seating from the Carl Albert High School PAC for purchase as we get ready to install new seating in our PACs. Thanks to the overwhelming support from our community in the recent school bond election, all three of our high schools will receive new PAC seating. We currently have 1,271 seats available at just $25 per chair. These seats are ready for purchase and pick-up. For more information or to make a purchase, please contact Diana Williams at dwilliams@mid-del.net. #mdpurpose #PACRemodel 📸 Credits: Brianna Smith, Social Media Content Intern

We are committed to serving our families. Our office hours for the summer are as follows: 🕘 Monday - Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM 🕘 Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM 🕘 Friday: Closed We’re here to assist you with any questions or needs you may have. Please feel free to reach out or visit us during these times. We look forward to continuing to support our community throughout the summer! You can reach our offices by calling (405) 737-4461. #mdpurpose #SummerHours