OKC FRIDAY Vol. 57 No. 46• One Section • 16 pages • April 5, 2024 $1 per copy
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Timeline is set for super search By Rose Lane Editor
It’s elemental! Co-Chairmen Sally Nichols-Starling and Peggy Kates test experiments for the Elemental Ball.
First ball benefits Science Museum Science Museum Oklahoma’s first Elemental Ball benefits the organization’s educational initiatives and mission driven programming. Co-chaired by Sally Nichols-Starling and
Peggy Kates, the event promises a unique and remarkable evening of science, entertainment, and unforgettable experiences. On Saturday evening, April 13, Elemental Ball is to
transform Science Museum Oklahoma into a dazzling playground where guests can experience themed specialty cocktails, interactive science activities, a chef-curated gourmet dinner and music to
Love family to be honored at Bishop McGuinness gala By Rose Lane Editor Three generations of the Love family are to be honored during the Bishop McGuinness 75th Anniversary Gala, set for April 26 at the Omni Hotel. The event kicks off the school’s 75 years of
Excellence in Education Campaign. “The Love family has definitely impacted the Oklahoma City community and Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School,” President and Principal David Morton said. “We are See LOVES, Page 2
Four Oklahoma women were recognized for their service to the community during a luncheon as new members of The Societies of Oklahoma City University. The 36th annual Awards of Excellence luncheon honored Penny McCaleb, Sherri Lance, Lori Blumenthal and Jacque Fiegel. “Members of the Societies of Oklahoma City
Paper shares best of the community OKC FRIDAY has been an important part of my life for as long as I can remember. As a student at Casady, I fondly remember reading Mr. Gourley’s wise, witty and common sense editorials. After moving to Washington, DC for college, I stayed current with friends and the community in part by reading the latest edition of FRIDAY whenever I came home to visit. And since moving home in 2021 after over a decade in
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Four are new members of OCU Societies
OKC FRIDAY: Fabulous at 50
By Alex Gray Chief Executive Officer American Global Strategies
dance the night away. Featured activities include experiments with fire and ice, walking on a runway of broken glass and even daring (or not daring) to
The Oklahoma City Public Schools Board of Education has determined a process timeline for the hiring of a new superintendent by mid- to late May. During a meeting last week, the board completed an activity, facilitated by the Oklahoma School Boards Association to outline the characteristics and qualifications to be used for the process. “The board had a great conversation about what we think a successful district looks like, what the community is telling us they want and what those leadership characteristics and qualities would look like,” said Paula Lewis, board chairman. “OKCPS is moving in the right direction and our letter grades are coming up on the state report card. Oklahoma City is a great place to be and live; a great place to put your kids.” Superintendent search process timeline is as follows: • Application period — through April 12. • Stakeholder survey— through April 5. • Stakeholder focus groups — TBD. • Application review— week of April 15. • Round 1 interviews —week of April 2. • Round 2 interviews — week of May 6. • Hire new superintendent — mid- to late May. The survey is available at okcps.org/search.. Applications are accepted through Friday, April 12. For more information on the position, visit ossba.org/okc24 .
Washington, FRIDAY has helped me reconnect and allowed my wife, Rochelle, to feel a part of this warm, welcoming community. And we’ve even seen our son Bennett featured as Baby of the Week! While much has changed in the 50 years since FRIDAY began publishing, the paper’s commitment to sharing the best of our community — the generosity of our citizens, the accomplishments of our students, and the pride we all share in our city and state — has remained undiminished. Here’s to another 50 years of bringing people together and sharing what’s best about Fridayland.
University have a reputation for their tireless and selfless work to improve our community,” said OCU President Ken Evans. “This exceptional group of leaders are role models to our students, and changemakers within our network of alumni and friends. We are proud to work with them and congratulate each on their well-deserved honor.” About the honorees:
Penny McCaleb, Dulaney-Browne Library Society Award McCaleb is a regular volunteer in the community and a member of several boards including the Oklahoma City Museum of Art, Oklahoma City Philharmonic, the Junior League and the YWCA. She has been honored as a See OCU, Page 13
FRIDAY’s Dog of the Week Calvin Klososky-Stegall is a 7-year-old Shiba Inu originally hailing from the Edmond area. Now settled in the Gatewood neighborhood with his family of Austin Klososky and AJ Stegall, Calvin enjoys dental treats, getting his photo taken by his dad and taking walks to visit his other dad down the road at Oklahoma Children’s Theatre. Calvin’s intelligence and independent spirit leave an impression on every new friend he meets.
Email Dog of the Week, Baby of the Week and Cat of the Week submissions to rose@okcfriday.com.