All events at the planetarium are free, though nonperishable food donations are accepted.

The planetarium is located at 100 S. University in Enid on the northeast side of the Northern Oklahoma College Enid campus.

Northern Oklahoma College, the state’s first public two-year community college, is a multi-campus, land-grant institution that provides high quality, accessible, and affordable educational opportunities and services.

NOC serves nearly 3,100 students through the home campus in Tonkawa, Enid, and NOC/OSU Gateway Program in Stillwater, and the University Center in Ponca City. Of these students about 80% receive financial aid and/or scholarships. 75% of NOC students complete their degree with zero debt.

The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offers associate degrees in three general areas: Arts, Science and Applied Science; the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs; and the Accreditation Commission for Education and Nursing.

For more information about Northern Oklahoma College please call (580) 628-6208 or visit the NOC website at www.noc.edu.

Northwestern alumni are invited to the President's Reception located on the mezzanine level beginning at 6:00 P.M. Check in at the registration table in front of ballpark.

Northwestern baseball alumni will be recognized on the field prior to the first pitch. If you are a baseball alum and plan to be at the game, please use the link to RSVP - https://ournorthwestern.org/event/baseball-hot-dogs-apple-pie.

Youth baseball players (12 and under) and coaches receive free admission. Players receive a tee shirt and will run around the bases before the start of the game. Youth coaches, to RSVP for your team, contact kldavidson@nwosu.edu by March 16.

Baseball, Hot Dogs & Apple Pie is sponsored by the Northwestern Foundation & Alumni Association in partnership with Northwestern's Enid Campus.

General admission: $10
Age 13 - high school: $8
Seniors: $5
Age 12 and under: Free
First Responders: Free

School board members across the state develop policies and make tough decisions regarding complex educational and social issues that impact the entire community. EPS board members bear responsibility for an annual budget of $101 million, over 7,100 students, over 1,000 employees and 18 schools.

The men and women serving on the EPS Board, and the year they began their service, are Rev. Joe Blackwood, 2020; Matt Lohman, 2021; Randy Long, 2022; Chad Mantz, 2021; Matt Sampson, 2014; Dr. Kim Tinius, 2024; Torry Turnbow, 2014; and Vance Air Force Base honorary member Col. Benjamin Jans, 2025.

Biographies and photos can be found at www.enidpublicschools.org/boardmembers.

Grab lunch or dinner at Napoli's Italian Restaurant
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WARMING SHELTERS AND FOOD

The First Presbyterian Church will have a warming shelter open 8am - 8pm Sat and Sun. They will serve their regular manna meal at 11am on Saturday, and an additional meal at 5pm.

Salvation Army, 518 N. Independence.

Enid Public Library, 120 W Maine.

Hope Outreach Day Center, 815 west Maine Monday-Friday.

Mercy House, 1714 S 4th will be open Friday 5 pm for shelter (Men ONLY). If you need a ride go to Hope day shelter by 4:30 pm. 815 W Maine.

Free Meals:
Salvation Army Daily
Our Daily Bread Daily
Enid SoS Daily
First Presbyterian Church (Saturday only) 11am
Enid Welcome Table (Central Christian Church) will open the dining room on Sunday at 3:30, serve the meal at 4:30 and close at 6:00pm.

Night shelters will be provided by: Salvation Army, 518 N. Independence, for 50 people. Call (580) 237-1910.

Enid Street Outreach Services can be reached for information at (580) 603-4896 - Emergency only. They can provide warm soup and extra clothes, coffee, socks, coats and gloves if you are in need. If you need a ride during this winter storm to the shelter call them & they will pick you up and deliver you to the Salvation Army.

Forgotten Ministries will be working alongside the Enid Salvation Army to provide shelter for men this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Due to the extreme winter temperatures, they want to be available for overflow space in case the Salvation Army is full. Right now, they still have 15 beds available. Since they only have space to accommodate men, they will make sure to make extra room for any women who are in need of shelter. They opened Friday night and will remain open all day Saturday and Sunday. Then, they will close Monday morning. Meals, showers, a bed, and a pair of sleep clothes will be available for the men who are in need of their shelter this weekend. 1714 S 4th St. Shelter open for men only.

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We'll keep an ongoing list on this page and update it for each storm that passes through our area. We will list business and school closings, event cancellations, church delays and more. Please bookmark the page and stay up to date with Enid Buzz! Email buzz@enidbuzz.com with your closings.
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SCHOOL CLOSINGS: The EPS Superintendent will try to make decisions at 5:45am in the mornings. Information will immediately go out to the major TV stations. Parents on the EPS phone alert system will receive a call at 6am. If you have our mobile app we will text alert around 6:00am.

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Check for weather-related road conditions through the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety by calling toll free, (888) 425-2385 or (405) 425-2385. (In case of emergency, you can call the Oklahoma Highway Patrol at *55 or 911)

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If you must drive in a storm:

Remember, the leading cause of death during winter storms is vehicle crashes. If at all possible, stay home during winter storms. If you know you will need to travel, prepare your vehicle and know how to react if you are stranded on the road.
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Check your local weather, as well as the weather along your route and at your destination. Check local media for event closings and cancellations. Remember, conditions can deteriorate quickly in a winter storm.
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Check for weather-related road conditions through the Oklahoma Department of Public Safety here or by calling toll free, (888) 425-2385 or (405) 425-2385
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Make sure you have plenty of fuel; a good rule of thumb is to keep your fuel tank at least half full
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Winter Storm Disaster Supply Kit:

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A cell phone with extra battery or two-way radio
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Windshield scraper and small broom for ice and snow removal
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Rain gear and extra sets of dry clothing, mittens, socks and a cap
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Please be advised of the following rules and regulations that have been implemented over the years to ensure the safety of students, parents, and community members:

• North and south entrances to D. Bruce Selby Stadium will open to the public at 5:45 p.m.
• Express lane passes can be presented at the entrance behind the northwest ticket booth. Express passes include EPS (staff and student) ID, Enid Athletics All Sports pass, Retiree pass, EPS Gold pass, First Responders ID, Oklahoma Coaches Association ID, OSSAA ID, Military ID, and GoFan All Sports passes.
• Once a fan leaves, they are not allowed to re-enter.
• Elementary students must enter and leave with a parent/guardian.
• Middle school students must enter through the north gate with a guardian and will be seated on the northwest side of the stadium unless they are sitting with their parent/guardian.
• No loitering in the tunnels, ramps, or bathrooms in the stadium. The turfed area behind the west end zone is off limits to students and fans.
• EHS Band will play in the southeast corner of the stadium.
• EHS student section will be in the traditional northeast section of the stadium.
• Parking is available at EHS and on the west and south side of the stadium. Handicap parking is available on the north side of the stadium and two handicap spaces have been added to the south side of the stadium. Please do not park on the street on the north side of the stadium as it will disrupt the flow of traffic.
• There will be EPS, EHS and middle school administrators present at all times during the game as well as a full police presence.

Tickets to be admitted into the game are $12 for adults and $8 for students/children. Tickets purchased on the GoFan app are $9 for adults and $5 for students/children, plus fees. Employees have free admission with EPS ID card present. EPS Athletics also take retiree, OSSAA, OCA, GoFan All Sports passes, military identification, and first responders for free admission. Kickoff is at 7:05 p.m.

Dr. Dudley Darrow, EPS Superintendent, expressed his excitement to share the home game with the Enid community.

“We are really looking forward to hosting our first EHS home football game against Lawton this Friday night,” said Darrow. “We always enjoy cheering on our Plainsmen with the community. Go Big Blue!”

EPS is thankful for a supportive community that wishes to cheer our Plainsmen on to victory in safety. For questions, please contact that EPS Director of Safety and Security, Jason Priest, at 580.366.8341.

HOME GAMES:
Lawton Sept. 5th
Deer Creek Sept. 26th
Norman Oct. 10th
Jenks Oct. 31st
Moore Nov. 7th

SCHEDULE:

School starts on August 13.

Since 2002 thousands of report cards have been submitted. The bank sponsors the program twice a year, once for spring semester grades and once for fall semester grades.

The program is open to students in grades 3 through 12. Public and private school students are encouraged to participate. Students will have until 5pm June 20, 2025 to take their report cards to Security National Bank’s 201 West Broadway or 210 North Oakwood locations. There the bank will make a copy of the report card and place it in a hopper. Four cards will be drawn from the hopper. Those four students will receive $10 for each A and $5 for each B on their spring 2025 semester grades. Individual grades from each nine-week section will not be considered.

All students entering their grades will receive a coupon for a chocolate chunk cookie or chocolate fudge brownie from Chick Fil A of Enid.

In addition to the four students who will be “paid for their As”, one card will be drawn from the hopper for a $150 savings account with the bank.

Security National Bank offers a full suite of products and services for consumer and commercial customers. Bank 24 hours a day using SNB’s online banking at snbenid.com. Security National Bank is located at: 201 West Broadway, 210 North Oakwood and our drive through at 201 West Maine.

Blake Fuksa, class president, will give the welcome. Graduation speakers include Blake Fuksa, salutatory address; Liam Franklin, senior speaker; and Kinzley Lebeda, valedictory address. The ceremony will then commence with 46 students being honored with valedictorian commendations and diplomas presented to all graduates. Additionally, EHS will celebrate 108 honor graduates that evening. Three students will also be graduating with an associate’s degree from Northern Oklahoma College: Jacob Hassler, Aryanna McGomery, and Garrett Russ.

In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be moved to the Chisolm Trail Expo Center on the same day (May 15) and begin at 7:30 p.m.

The district will communicate with families and the community at least two and half hours in advance of the designated start time, if any changes are necessary.

General Parking will be available in the south parking lot of the stadium as well on the west side of the stadium. The EHS parking lots, located on the school campus, also will be open. Those who use the south stadium parking lot are asked to enter the south gates and follow the east sidewalk to the north-side seating. Limited handicap parking will be located on the north side of the stadium. Once the spaces are full, vehicles with passengers who require handicap parking will be allowed to drive to the entrance of the stadium to drop-off passengers.

For the safety of those in attendance, Iowa Street will be closed to regular traffic near the stadium.

Guests are welcome to sit on both the north and south sides of the stadium.

Enid Public Schools appreciates the support of community members, parents and fellow students as we honor the Class of 2025. We ask that those attending please not bring air horns or other items of distraction during this special event. Your cooperation is appreciated.

See the graphic below for other important dates and times.

Project Cinderella is open now through Wednesday, April 23rd. Shopping appointments are required to ensure each participant receives personalized attention, and availability is limited. “We love seeing the excitement on each shopper’s face when they find the perfect dress,” said Austin Hazen, YWCA Public Relations Coordinator. “Appointments fill up fast the closer we get to prom, so we encourage students to book early at ywcaenid.com/project-cinderella.”

Project Cinderella offers free formal attire, including dresses, shoes, jewelry, and accessories, to teens in need. YWCA Enid is committed to making sure every student can attend their prom or formal event with confidence and dignity.

The program relies on the generosity of the community. Donations of formalwear, shoes, and accessories are always welcome to keep the shop stocked with a variety of styles and sizes. “Right now, our biggest needs are Elegant jewelry, formal shoes, and dresses in sizes 16 and up,” said Austin Hazen, YWCA Public Relations Coordinator. Volunteers are also needed to assist shoppers in finding their dream dress. Those interested in donating or volunteering can call 580-234-7581.

For more information about Project Cinderella, visit www.ywcaenid.com or call 580-234-7581.

YWCA Enid provides life-saving services for individuals experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. If you or someone you know needs help, call or text YWCA’s 24-hour Crisis Hotline at 580-234-7644 to speak with an advocate.

The event will take place in the Student Center Ranger Room on Monday, Oct. 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Attendees to the fair should be prepared to provide copies of resumes and cover letters.

Taylor Wilson, director of counseling and career services, also encourages job seekers to dress well and to stop by her office in Ryerson Hall 209 if they need any help before the fair. She may also be reached at tawilson@nwosu.edu.

Organizations planning to attend include Arkansas City USD 470 in Arkansas City, Kansas; Chisholm Public Schools; Dodge City USD 443 in Dodge City, Kansas; Elkhart Public Schools USD 218 in Elkhart, Kansas; Enid Public Schools; Epic Charter Schools of Oklahoma; Garden City Public Schools USD 457 in Garden City, Kansas; Hooker Public Schools; Liberal Public Schools USD 480 in Liberal, Kansas; Mid-Del Public Schools; Ponca City Public Schools; Prague Public Schools; The Vanguard School in Colorado Springs, Colorado; and Tulsa Public Schools.

For more information visit www.nwosu.edu/student-services/office-of-career-services.

Motorists are advised to follow the posted speed limit in these areas at all times while beacons are intermittently in flash mode during this period.

Enid school zones are 20 mph during specified times and when lights are flashing.

School zones will have flashing lights. If you speed in a school zone you'll pay a fine. Officials will turn off the school beacons during the lunch period for most Enid Public Schools. According to schools officials, students no longer leave campuses during the lunch hour and all playgrounds are fenced and supervised during breaks. Officials have determined the use of the beacons is no longer needed during this time of day.

Drivers need to slow down and pay attention when kids are present – especially before and after school.

During the school year, motorists must share the road with children who are getting on and off the bus, riding their bikes to and from school and children who are walking.

A few precautions can go a long way toward keeping children safe:
• Don't block the crosswalk when stopped at a red light or waiting to make a turn, forcing pedestrians to go around you; this could put them in the path of moving traffic.
• In a school zone when flashers are blinking, stop and yield to pedestrians crossing the crosswalk or intersection.
• Always stop for a school patrol officer or crossing guard holding up a stop sign.
• Take extra care to look out for children in school zones, near playgrounds and parks and in all residential areas.
• Don't honk or rev your engine to scare a pedestrian, even if you have the right of way.
• Never pass a vehicle stopped for pedestrians.
• Always use extreme caution to avoid striking pedestrians wherever they may be, no matter who has the right of way.

Some schools have specific drop-off procedures for the school year. Make sure you know them for the safety of all kids.

The following apply to all school zones:
• Don't double park. It blocks visibility for other children and vehicles.
• Don't load or unload children across the street from the school.
• Carpool to reduce the number of vehicles at the school.

If you're driving behind a bus, allow a greater following distance than if you were driving behind a car. It will give you more time to stop once the bus’s lights start flashing. It is illegal in all 50 states to pass a school bus that is stopped to load or unload children.

• Never pass a bus from behind – or from either direction if you're on an undivided road – if it is stopped to load or unload children.
• If the yellow or red lights are flashing and the stop arm is extended ALL traffic must stop.
• The area 10 feet around a school bus is the most dangerous for children. Stop far enough back to allow them space to safely enter and exit the bus.
• Be alert. Children often are unpredictable and they tend to ignore hazards and take risks.

As a reminder, speeding in a school zone is a $215.00 fine and overtaking a stopped school bus is a $565.00 fine.

In years past all of the competing marching bands would parade around the Enid downtown square in what was known as the Million Dollar Parade. Bands from all over the country would converge on Enid for this yearly event.

In the heyday of Tri-State kids would sleep in churches and homes because there was never enough room to house them all. Band buses could be seen on every corner of town. The carnival rides were located on W. Broadway between the post office and court house.

Enjoy these memories below...

Tri-State Photos from Enid, Oklahoma

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The family event is scheduled for Monday, April 29 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Enid High School Gymnasium, 611 W. Wabash. Tickets are $5 and students performing are free, available for purchase at the entrance. The cost includes admission and a dinner.

EPSF is a non-profit organization, governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees that supports Enid Public Schools. Proceeds from The Event, as well as other fund-raisers, benefit the organization’s Grants-To-Teachers program, which provides as much as $25,000 in materials and programs to schools every semester.

“We enjoy hosting The Event for our EPS families and community members every year,” said Janna Jackson, Executive Director of the EPSF. “Attendees are able to enjoy the immense talent of EPS students while supporting our teachers by providing funding needed in the classroom.”

The Event is an evening of musical and artistic performances, featuring EPS students of all ages. Bands, choirs and elementary groups will take the stage throughout the evening.

“The Foundation is committed to providing curriculum and resources for EPS teachers,” Jackson said. “Enjoying an evening out with great music, food, and fun is a great way to provide the funding to support our mission.”

The Event sponsors include Facial Surgery Center – Dr. Curtis Bowman, Surgery Center of Enid, Jerry Blankenship, Janna & Kevin Jackson, Cowboy Bank, Northcutt Chevrolet-Buick, Star Nails, Dennis Hladik & BancCentral. Annual sponsors of the EPS Foundation are Enid Rotary Club, Henson Construction, Messer Bowers, Universal Management, St. Mary's Health, InterBank, Corbin, Merz & Haney Architects, Rick's Pharmacy, Groendyke Transport, Moyer Electric, Dillingham Insurance & Morgan Stanley-Kevin Jackson.

MAY FETE CEREMONY

Enid High May Fete is a rite of passage for the senior class of Enid High School. It comes from an old English May Day tradition which celebrates the coming of spring. Enid High turned this tradition into a ceremony that not only welcomes spring but also honors the senior class each year. It began in 1915 and has changed very little over the decades. Students dress in their finest attire and walk as couples around Government Springs Park. There's music, pageantry, the May Queen, her Herald, and their Court. Throughout much of its history, the May Queen, Herald and Court were elected by the senior class.

The May Fete ceremony usually begins with the processional around Government Springs lake, the crowning of the May Queen and the winding of the May Poles. The processional begins with a color guard, the Queen and Harold and the Court attendants. It is then followed by the senior class, who walk along the sidewalk and over the springs arched bridge, then around the lake to the waiting crowd.

The senior class and audience then watch as the Queen and her Court are seated on a throne covered by the springs gazebo. The crowd watches as the Herald crowns the Queen. She is presented with traditional red roses, a sparkling crown and the traditional May Fete kiss. All are then seated as they enjoy the sophomore and junior girls winding ribbon around the May poles.

LIST OF MAY FETE QUEENS & HERALDS

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History of Enid High's May Fete

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By Ruth Ann Brown Sailors, Class of '57

(The following history of May Fete was authored in 1993 by Ruth Ann Sailors, long time art teacher at EHS and May Fete sponsor. Ruth Ann is responsible for collecting the history of May Fete which is displayed in the halls of EHS. Compiled by Gary L. Brown)

A few hours before sundown on an evening each May, people gather on a grassy hillside in Government Springs Park to view the colorful and romantic panorama call May Fete. This festival is based on an old English May Day tradition which celebrates the coming of spring; however, at EHS this occasion is used to honor the senior class each year. Since 1915 May Fete has featured students, who, with music, pomp, and pageantry, pay homage to their May Queen, Herald, and Court.

May Fete has changed little since its inception in 1915. The first May Queen was elected by the student body and crowned by the President of the Senior Class, who served a her Herald. Later, the Herald became an elected position. In the early years, Queens chose their attendants, who likewise, chose their escorts. Presently, all members are elected by the senior class. Although the first Queen was crowned at Government Springs Park, other has been crowned on the front steps of the school, on the football field, or in the auditorium. Elaborate themes were used incorporating extensive costuming and pageantry. Traditionally, a formal or informal dinner party has been given for the Court member by the Queen and Harold. Some unique situations have transpired through the years. For example, several Queens later married their Heralds. A pair of twins were elected one year, which naturally called for two Heralds. An early Queen rode her horse around the lake as part of the pageantry, and a Harold led the procession wearing a white plaster case on his broken foot. One Queen passed the legacy on to her daughter, and several sisters have shared the honor of being elected Queen in their respective graduating years.

Today, May Fete consists of the processional around the lake, the crowning ceremony, musical entertainment, and the winding of the May Pole. Preceded by a color guard, the Queen and Harold with the Court attendants and a tiny cortege of preschool children serving as pages, lead the senior processional along the sidewalk between green lawns, over a large arched bridge, and round the lake at Government Spring Park. Flanked by a quiet waterfall, the fountained waters of the lake reflect the mingled hues of colorful gowns as strains of music float on the evening breeze. Light perfumes blend with roses and spring flowers trailing over the trellises in the park’s gardens. For one elegant evening, every senior is able to participate in a royal procession with young men escorting beautifully gowned young ladies.

After the procession circles the lake, the Queen and her Court ascend the steps and are seated on a throne within a Greek-styled gazebo. The seniors sit nearby to view the crowning of the Queen. The Herald presents her with traditional red roses, a sparkling crown, and a kiss to seal the moment. Everyone is entertained by the EHS choir and bank. Strains of "Come Touch the Sun," play as sophomore and junior girls wind a multi-ribboned May pole in front of the gazebo. As the sun sinks behind the hill, nostalgia settles in the hearts of the young and old since May Fete signals the departure of another senior class. The evening ends with an all school dance held in honor of the seniors.

Sustaining its popularity with students and patrons through the years, May Fete has endured disastrous floods, times of war and depression, changing social attitudes, and dress styles. May Fete is a unique Enid High tradition that has and will continue to bond decades of Plainsmen together in heart and spirit.
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Families must enroll students online at www.enidpublicschools.org/enrollment. Enrollment will open on April 1 and will be completed exclusively online. Guardians enrolling their children as EPS students for the first time will need the children’s immunization record, birth certificate (no hospital footprints, please) and verification of address, such as a utility bill.

Enrollment is first come, first served. Randy Rader, Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education, expressed the crucial need for guardians to enroll their students as soon as possible.

“We are thrilled every year to welcome our newest, youngest learners to EPS,” said Rader. “We pride ourselves in meeting the needs of all families but are also conscientious of our staffing needs. We encourage all families to enroll as soon as they can so we can place students and continue to serve families by having sites staffed adequately.”

Families who do not have access to a device to complete enrollment online are encouraged to visit the EPS Welcome Center at 500 S. Independence between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. beginning April 1. Resources and assistance will be available.

All EPS four-year-old programs focus on the social, academic, physical and emotional needs of children. Students must be four-years-old on or before September 1, 2024.

Beginning May 6, full-day kindergarten enrollment for students who are new to EPS will be open to families online. Parents should enroll their student online at www.enidpublicschools.org/enrollment or visit the Welcome Center located in the Administrative Services Center, 500 S. Independence. Online enrollment will be open May 6.

Students must be five-years-old on or before Sept. 1, 2024 to enroll. If a child is currently an EPS pre-kindergarten student, it is not necessary to attend kindergarten enrollment because their school will send out pre-enrollment for kindergarten via call, text or email.

• 1:00pm - Tour
• 1:15pm to 2:30pm - Classroom Time, Q & A For Parents
• 2:30pm to 3:00pm - Refreshments

Hillsdale Christian School is a non-denominational school that offers classes from Pre-K -12th grade. Class sizes are limited to maintain a high quality classroom setting allowing one-on-one teaching.

The school offers basketball, baseball and softball. They also have cross country, track and cheer. There is bus service from Enid and a safe country atmosphere.

HCS was established by its founders to make available a school which would work in harmony with the home and church in educating young people in all areas of life - spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical.

If you cannot attend and would like more information, contact 580-635-2211. Check them out at www.hillsdalechristianschool.com. Email hillsdalechristian@sbcglobal.net.

Lincoln offers FREE classes to help participants prepare for the new high school equivalency test, as well as to improve their academic skills. Students receive academic assessments to ensure proper placement. Curriculum includes instruction by quality teachers and reinforcement through the school’s computer lab software.

Classes will be available in four core subjects: Math, English, Science and Social Studies. Classes begin September 5 and will be conducted Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, 6 to 9 p.m.

Lincoln also offers free English as a Second Language classes. The classes will begin on September 5 and will be conducted Tuesdays and Wednesdays 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. at Lincoln.

The HiSet (High School Equivalency Test) is also administered at Lincoln on Tuesdays and Wednesdays weekly. To register for the test, log on to hiset.org or call 580-366-7200 for additional information.

The program is sponsored by Enid Public Schools and the Adult Education Section of the Oklahoma Department of Career & Technology Education.

The schedule includes EPS elementary schools from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and middle and high school sites from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Chisholm students will meet at the high school commons area from 5 to 7 p.m.

Students and their families will be given the opportunity to meet their teachers, talk with their principals and tour their buildings. Parents can sign-up to volunteer, and they will receive valuable information about the upcoming school year.

"Meet the Teacher gives students an opportunity to not only see their classrooms, but also to visit with classmates and see all staff, including their teacher," said Director of Human Resources and Communications, Jane Johnson. "On the first day of school, they feel more comfortable and relaxed, and they're ready to learn when the bell rings. It’s a great way to start the school year."

Many schools will host booths from their respective PTA organizations, as well as information on community organizations.

EPS and Chisholm classes begin Wednesday, August 16. For more information about the start of school, including school supply lists, please visit www.enidpublicschools.org and https://www.chisholm.k12.ok.us.

The district will provide meals free of charge May 30 through June 22 to all children age 18 and younger at Garfield Elementary, 400 N. 7th Street, Monroe Elementary, 400 W. Cottonwood, and Enid High School, 611 W. Wabash.

All sites will be closed on Fridays, meals will not be served on those days.

Breakfast will be available from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.