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People You Should Know

BETSY HORN

Head of Lower School Heritage Hall

Where did you grow up, and do you have a favorite childhood memory?

I grew up in Salina, Kan., until the eighth grade, when I moved to Edmond. As a child, I loved spending time at my beloved grandmother’s farm in Wamego, Kan., where I frequently pretended that I was Laura Ingalls Wilder in “Little House on the Prairie.” I also have many fond memories of my family’s annual summer trips to Manitou Springs, Colo.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

My most memorable Christmas morning occurred when I was in second grade. I raced down the stairs to discover an astonishing sight under the tree — a real chalkboard on rollers, a real globe, a real lesson plan book and a real grade book from Santa! After that unforgettable Christmas, I spent countless hours playing school and emulating my favorite teachers. From that point on, my desire to become an educator rarely wavered. Growing up, I was fortunate to be inspired by my own teachers. Today at Heritage Hall, I am equally privileged to be inspired by the students and colleagues with whom I work every day.

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(405) 606-2727

Make-A-Wish seeks help in adopting wishes

The mission at Make-A-Wish Oklahoma is, “Together we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illness.”

For months, 8-year-old Michael of Edmond spent more time in hospitals than on the playground.

After what seemed like a simple fever during the ﬁrst week of school, Michael was diagnosed with leukemia. Within 24 hours, he was receiving blood transfusions, undergoing surgery and starting chemotherapy. The months that followed were ﬁlled with treatments, doctor's appointments and uncertainty.

Then came something every child deserves to have, something to look forward to, through the power of a wish.

With the help of Make-A-Wish Oklahoma, Michael's wish to travel to New York City and ﬂy drones with the New York City Police Department became a reality. For a few unforgettable days, the focus wasn't on cancer. It was on learning about something he loved, making memories with his family, and simply getting to be a kid again.

His mom, Emily, summed it up best: “The trip was very much needed for our family. The whole family felt the impact of

Make-A-Wish Oklahoma fulﬁlled Michael’s wish of traveling to New York City and ﬂying drones with the New York City Police Department.

hospital stays and treatments.”

A wish provides respite for the entire family.

Many people don't realize that Make-A-Wish Oklahoma is a local nonproﬁt. Every wish granted is for an Oklahoma child, and every dollar donated

here stays right here to help Oklahoma families. Since 1982, local supporters have helped grant more than 4,200 wishes for children ages 2 and a half to 18-years-old in all 77 counties.

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Private schools adopt phone policies, too

By Rose Lane Editor

While they are not bound by law to do so, Fridayland private schools are following Oklahoma’s public schools in banning cell phones during class hours.

In late May, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signed into law a permanent, statewide “Bell to Bell, No Cell” policy, delivering on a commitment he has championed to get phones out of Oklahoma public school classrooms.

The new law requires

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Oklahoma public school districts to adopt policies prohibiting student cell phone use on campus during the school day, with common sense exceptions for emergencies and documented medical needs.

This follows a trial ban during the 2025-26 school year. “In 2024, I challenged every school in Oklahoma to go phone-free so our kids could put their focus back in their studies instead of on their screens,” said Gov. Stitt as he signed the law.

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By Eric Oesch Sta

Writer

In The Village, Animal Welfare takes care of the city’s lost, stray or neglected animals. This past ﬁscal year, the department received calls from over 1,400 residents concerned about the welfare of animals. In FY 25-26 Animal Welfare accepted 174 dogs and cats and found homes for or area agencies to accept 172 animals.

But until last month the city’s Animal Welfare had just one employee.

Officials in The Village hope the addition of a new animal

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welfare specialist to city staﬀ will improve the quality of care for animals, increase adoption and strengthen volunteer and rescue partnerships.

Last October, Village Animal Welfare rescued 30 dogs in various states of health and age who were conﬁned in a horriﬁc hoarding situation at a Village home, which police described as being in “deplorable condition.”

“As our community has grown and the demands on Animal Welfare have increased, we recognized the need for a dedicated position focused on animal care, adoptions, volunteer coordination and public outreach,” said Kevin Reber, public works director for the City of The Village. “This will allow our Animal Control Oﬀicer to spend more time responding to calls and protecting public safety, while ensuring the animals receive the attention they deserve.”

Reber said the hoarding incident last October was a challenging situation, but, “our team worked hard to ensure every animal received appropriate care and medical attention. Thankfully, large hoarding cases are uncommon, but we regularly investigate reports

of neglect and animal welfare concerns.”

He hopes to expand adoption eﬀorts through social media and community events, as well as the partnerships with local rescue organizations and volunteer engagement.

“We’re looking at creative adoption promotions and educational outreach to connect more families with pets that ﬁt their lifestyles,” he said. “We want every healthy, adoptable animal to have the best opportunity to ﬁnd a permanent home.”

Like many communities, The Village continues to see stray animals come into its care. While the numbers fluctuate throughout the year, officials have seen many of the same challenges affecting shelters nationwide, including more stray

dogs and animals staying in shelters longer before ﬁnding adoption homes.

The city currently has six dogs and one cat in its care. The number changes daily as animals are brought in, reclaimed by owners, adopted or transferred to rescue organizations.

Reber said it has been diﬀicult to ﬁnd adopters for their animals.

“Animal shelters across the country are seeing longer stays for many animals, particularly adult and large breed dogs,” he said. “That’s why community involvement, through adoption, fostering and volunteering is more important than ever.”

The city understands there is room for improvement.

“Our facility provides safe housing and care for animals while

they wait for their owners or adoptions,” said Reber. “Like most municipal shelters, there are always opportunities for improvement, whether it’s additional kennel space, better enrichment areas or updated equipment. We continually evaluate those needs and work through the city’s budget process to pursue improvements as funding allows.

“We work closely with neighboring municipalities, veterinarians, rescue organizations, law enforcement agencies and animal welfare professionals,” he said. “Those partnerships are invaluable, especially during large investigations, emergencies, or when coordinating adoptions and transfers.”

Reber said the city’s Animal Welfare plans to increase its focus on volunteer opportunities.

“Volunteers play a vital role in our success,” he said. “They help walk dogs and socialize cats, play a big role in adoption events, photograph animals for social media and provide enrichment for the animals.

“Our mission is to protect both the animals and residents of The Village,” he said. “We’re committed to providing compassionate care, promoting responsible pet ownership and helping every adoptable animal ﬁnd a loving home. We appreciate the community’s support and encourage residents to consider adoption, volunteer their time or simply help spread the word about pets looking for their forever families.”

To learn more, visit the city’s website and social media pages or the Animal Shelter at 1701 NW 115.

WISH

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According to Make-A-Wish President and CEO, Deborah McAuliffe Senner, “Today, more than 300 Oklahoma children are waiting for their wish to be granted and the only thing standing between those children and their wish is revenue.”

Make-A-Wish Oklahoma needs support from the community now to address a $400,000 funding gap for wishes. According to Senner, “We are seeking companies, individuals, families and foundations to adopt wishes right now. The average wish costs between $7,500 and $10,000.”

Behind every wish is a child like Michael, who could use something to smile about during the hardest days of their life.

Wishes don't happen without the generosity of the community. Every donation helps give an Oklahoma child hope, strength, joy, and precious time with the people they love.

When you support Make-A-Wish Oklahoma, you're helping children in your own backyard and making sure more families get the chance to

Michael's wish to travel to New York City and ﬂy drones with the New York City Police Department becomes a reality. Make a Wish Oklahoma is asking for support to make more wishes come true.

create memories that will last a lifetime. To adopt a wish today contact Deborah McAuliffe Senner at (405) 659-4864 or visit oklahoma.wish.org.

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The Oklahoma Secondary Activities Association released classiﬁcations and district assignments for the 2026-2027 football seasons.

Most Fridayland teams remained in the same class as last season, as John Marshall moved down a class and Casady moved up one.

Deer Creek and PC North stayed in Class 6A, with the Antlers in Division I and Pan-

thers in Division II. McGuinness continues in 5A, while John Marshall dropped back to 4A. Heritage Hall and Mount St. Mary play in 3A. Casady joins 2A-Division I, up from Division II in 2025, along with Crossings Christian.

In addition, Deer Creek has been assigned to 6A-I, District 2 with Edmond Santa Fe, Jenks, Moore, Owasso, Union and Yukon.

PC North remains in 6A-II, District 1, joining Choctaw, Lawton Eisenhower, Norman, Piedmont, Putnam City and PC West.

McGuinness moves into Tulsaheavy District 4 in 5A. Other teams in the district include Claremore, Collinsville, Tulsa-Edison Prep, Tulsa-Memorial, Tulsa-Nathan Hale, Pryor and Tahlequah.

Mount St. Mary stays in 3A-District 1 but Heritage Hall shifts to District 3. Teams in 3A-1 comprise Kingﬁsher, Marlow, McLoud, North Rock Creek, OCS, Plainview and Purcell. District 3A3 teams contain

Bristow, Inola, Locust Grove, Muldrow, Perkins-Tryon, Stigler and Verdigris.

Casady and Crossings Christian are the only Fridayland teams in the same district – 2A-1, District 2, along with Anadarko,

Chandler, Dickson, Lindsay, Little Axe and Washington. According to the OSSAA website, John Marshall has yet to receive a district assignment. Teams begin full practices on Aug. 8 and Week 0 games kick oﬀ Aug. 27-29.

Hubbard, seated in striped shirt, hosted

Balancing sports, studies a challenge for student athletes

Sports remain a popular extracurricular activity among modern students.

More than 8 million students participated in high school sports during the 2025-2026 school year, according to National Federation of State High School Associations data.

In Oklahoma, approximately 107,321 students participated in high school sports sponsored through the Oklahoma Secondary Activities Association.

Football grabbed the top participation sport for Oklahoma boys with a reported 14,753 players, while basketball was the top sport for girls with 6,938 participants.

Balancing the demands of academics and athletics is a challenge for student-athletes. They must juggle attending practices, traveling to games, spending time in the classroom, homework and other assignments.

Embrace organization

Being organized requires knowing what is required of you and when. It’s important to set up a way to keep track of your schedule and your obligations in sports and in the classroom. Invest in a planner that works for you, whether it’s digital on a phone or computer or a notebook paper planner. Consider color-coding items so they stand out and you’ll be able to scan easily.

Establish a schedule

A routine will keep you on track.

Identify your responsibilities and when you will be handling them. Some are nonnegotiable. Classes, for example, are in session at certain times every day. Practices may be consistent times, but games may vary. When patterns of free time become known, they can be filled in with study and homework sessions and downtime. Be flexible

There are times when peak season for sports may coincide with exam and assignment deadlines. This time will not last forever, and being flexible to change things on the fly may be necessary.

Establish your priorities

Many studies show just how important sports and physical activity can be for students. However, if sports ultimately and consistently are impeding students’ ability to do well in the classroom, a reassessment of priorities may be necessary. Sports may have to take a backseat to academ-

ics until grades are back on track. Remember, you are a student first and then an athlete. In fact, most schools have some sort of minimum grade requirement for athletes, so a pause in sports may be mandated by school administrators.

Keep lines of communication open

It’s important to speak with professors and coaches so you have the best chances of success. Communicate if there are any scheduling conflicts and discuss with teachers if there are opportunities to make up any missed work or keep up with studies.

Study with others

Many student-athletes will be in the same boat.

Pool your resources to study together and support one another, both in athletics and academics.

Student-athletes will have to embrace time management and other skills to juggle the responsibilities of their sports and studies.

OKC Sparks’ Maya Brady belted a solo home run in an 11-1 loss to Carolina Blaze last Tuesday morning in the regular season ﬁnale.

Carolina tops OKC Spark in ﬁnale

The Oklahoma City Spark concluded its ﬁrst season in the AUSL (Athletes Unlimited Softball League) with an 11-1 loss at Carolina.

Carolina erupted for eight runs in the ﬁrst inning to take control early on the way to a 5-inning, run-rule victory.

“Obviously it was a really tough way to the season,” said head coach Amber Flores. “I feel like we did everything we possible could to be ready for this game. Unfortunately, the ball just didn’t go our way. It was really hard to, at any point, get momentum in this game.”

Maya Brady ﬁ-

nally got the Spark on the scoreboard in the top of the ﬁfth inning with a solo home run.

Sydney Sherrill, the only Oklahoma native on the OKC roster, accounted for the only other hit.

The Spark ﬁnished with a 12-13 record, but did not qualify for the AUSL playoﬀs.

Brady and former OU standout Sydney Romero were also named to the inaugural All-AUSL team for the 2026 season.

- Photo by Trent Warren, theausl.com

EXHIBITS

Through Sept. •

The Sense of Beauty OKC Museum of Art

An exhibition featuring six centuries of painting by European, Puerto Rican, and North American artists from the Museo de Arte de Ponce, including masterpieces by Peter Paul Rubens, Gustave Courbet, John Singer Sargent, Francisco de Goya, and many more.

Through Nov. • OKC Zoo Dinosaur Expedition

Featuring over 60 animatronic dinosaurs, skeletons, photo ops, and rides Dinosaur Expedition will engage guests with prehistoric creatures from the Jurassic, Cretaceous, and Triassic Periods.

COMEDY

Aug. 20 • John Mulaney John Mulaney brings his newest standup tour Mister Whatever to the OKC Zoo Amphitheatre, Thursday, August 20.

FESTIVALS

Aug. 21

• Red Clay Roots Music Festival

Red Clay Roots Festival is more than a music event, it’s a living celebration of culture, storytelling, art, and legacy at OCCC. This annual fundraiser supports preservation efforts, educational

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Through Oct. • Joy Richardson Art Exhibition Richardson is a selfdescribed “colorist” whose paintings are built entirely from color and balance rather than recognizable subjects. She works in acrylic for its blending properties, ﬁnessing subtle transitions from one hue to the next with everything from the smallest brushes to wide bristles and palette knives, layering tones until each canvas hums. See her works at The Howell Gallery of Fine Art, 100 N. Broadway Ave.

outreach, storytelling initiatives, and communitydriven programs connected to the Choctaw Code Talkers Association and collaborative cultural projects to experience middle ground. Whether you come for the ﬁlm, music, comedy, the message, the atmosphere, or the movement, you are becoming part of something bigger than a festival.

THIS WEEKEND

Aug. 12 • Red Earth Festival Join Red Earth for their 40th Annual Red Earth Festival, recognized as one of America's foremost Native art festivals, at the Oklahoma City Convention Center. Experience the artistic creations of celebrated Native artists, with special presentations of tribal dance, demonstrations, and lectures throughout the weekend. Daily general admission is $15 per person, and children under 5 are admitted for free with a paid adult. Visit

RedEarth.org to purchase tickets.

Aug. 1 • FAM Night Market

A summer series of familyfriendly outdoor markets for local and Indigenous farmers, food purveyors, and artists. Drop by First Americans Museum and 39 Restaurant to shop from community vendors while enjoying live music, nutritious food, and handson activities.

Through April 2027 • Formless Matter and its Devastating Gestures

Explore a monumental outdoor installation by Oklahoma City–based artists Denise Duong and Gabriel Friedman that transforms Campbell Art Park into a site of story, symbolism, and discovery. Conceived as a constellation of six sculptural forms, including a head, a hand, and four birdlike spheres, the work invites viewers to enter a world where order and chaos intertwine. For info at okcontemp.org Paycom Center Events/Shows:

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Oct. 24

Calm Waters Center for Children and Families, Oklahoma’s largest grief center, invites community members, partners, supporters, and neighbors to an Open House on Thursday, Aug. 6, from 5:30 to 7 pm at its center, located at 501 N. Walker Ave., Suite 140, Oklahoma City. Guests are invited to stop by at any time during the evening to tour the facility, meet the Calm Waters team, and learn more about the organization’s free grief support services for children, teens, adults, and families.

The Open House offers an

opportunity for the community to experience Calm Waters firsthand and see the impact of its work. Throughout the evening, guests can explore the center’s newly refreshed spaces, connect with staff, and learn how Calm Waters continues to help children and families in their grief journey caused by death, divorce, or other significant loss.

“Our center is more than a building. It’s a place where our clients find hope during life’s most difficult moments,” said Calm Waters Chief Executive Officer, Trisha

Playing with Toys

Toy Story 5, the latest installment in the beloved theatrical series from Pixar Animation Studios, is a giant global hit. This past weekend, it crossed the billion-dollar mark with $1.024 billion, surpassing Michael and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie to become the biggest selling movie of the year.

Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey also had a fantastic weekend and is likely to surpass the Toy Story 5 haul during the month of August. Even so, the success of Toy Story 5 is a massive achievement for a franchise that has been around for more than twenty years.

The first Toy Story came out in 1995. It was the first animated feature from Pixar, who had only created short films up until then. It was also the first fully computer animated feature. The original film grossed $400 million.

Pixar followed the success of their ﬁrst feature with a A Bug’s Life (1998), which brought in $363 million, and Toy Story 2 (1999), which grossed nearly $500 million. After that, Pixar was unstoppable. They went on a creative and box oﬀice streak that rivaled any movie studio in history: Monsters, Inc. (2001) with $580 million, Finding Nemo (2003) with $941 million, The Incredibles (2004) with $632 million, and Cars (2006) with $462 million.

In 2006, after noticing how Pixar characters had surpassed the popularity of Disney’s traditionally animated characters, Disney Entertainment purchased Pixar Studios for $7.4 billion. The partnership proved to be spectacular by any measure, garnering 23 Oscars and nearly $19 billion at the global box oﬀice

before this latest film. With a $250 million budget, Toy Story 5, it is one of the most expensive movies ever made. Animation is expensive. So is doing an unplanned fifth film with two of the most famous voice actors of all time, Tom Hanks and Tim Allen. Throw in the two-time Oscar winning director of Finding Nemo and WALL-E, Andrew Stanton, and a song from Taylor Swift, the biggest pop star in the world, and things really start to add up.

The title song, “I Knew It I Knew You,” is preformed and cowritten by Taylor Swift with her frequent co-writer Jack Antonoﬀ The week of its release, it shot to number one on the Billboard Hot 100, making it only the third Disney song to achieve that milestone. It also became Swift’s 15th Billboard #1, putting her ahead of Michael Jackson and Madonna and behind only The Beatles with 20 and Mariah Carey with 19.

The storyline of Toy Story 5 is about how toys are being replaced by mobile phones, pads and technical gadgets that capture kids’ full attention, but don’t allow for the free spirit creativity and make believe that playing with traditional toys inspire. As with all Toy Story ﬁlms, it leans into the nostalgia we all have for the things we leave behind on the way to becoming an adult. But it also oﬀers a fun critique of modern society as the kids become addicted to their phones and pads just like the rest of us, despite the emotional and social toll that often accompanies a life lived online. I highly recommend seeing Toy Story 5 It’s a great story and another smash hit from the most successful animation studio in history.

Calm Waters Open House

Koelsch. “We’re excited to welcome the community into our space, share the work happening every day, and celebrate the people who make our mission possible.”

The refreshed center features updated flooring, furniture, and other improvements designed to create a warm, welcoming environment for grieving families. These enhancements were made possible through a capacity-building grant from JE Dunn Construction as part of its Cornerstone Campaign.

As part of the event, guests are encouraged to bring a box

of tissues to help stock Calm Waters’ grief support rooms. Tissue donations are used throughout support groups, counseling sessions, and grief education programs, providing a simple but meaningful way for community members to make an immediate impact. Light refreshments will be served, and no registration is required.

For more information, visit calmwaters.org or contact Calm Waters Lead Communications and Events Coordinator, Hannah McKinnon, at hannah@calmwaters. aorg

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Our students earn collegiate accolades

Three Fridayland students are among more than 20,000 University of Maryland Global Campus students named to the Dean's List for the spring 2026 term.

To be eligible for the honor, a student must complete at least six credits during the term, earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 for the term, and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 at UMGC.

Our students are: Maggie Leep, Ellington

PHONES

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“Today, we’re making that vision permanent in state law.”

Under the legislation, personal cell phones, smart watches, smart glasses, headphones and tablets are prohibited. School-issued devices utilized for approved classroom instruction are allowed. Exceptions are for medical needs, documented health monitoring and in the event of an emergency.

At Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School, cell phones must be turned oﬀ and put away during the instructional day, according to its policy. Phones are prohibited on a student's person to avoid distractions, and students are required to use school-issued iPads for digital

Shelton and Payton Williams.

University of Maryland Global Campus was founded more than 75 years ago speciﬁcally to serve the higher education needs of working adults and military servicemembers.

• Five of our students were among a total of 14,306 students enrolled during spring semester 2026 at the University of Alabama to be named to the

learning.

The school implements strict technology rules to prevent digital distractions and cyber bullying.

Parents are asked not to contact their child's cell phone during school hours but rather to call the main oﬀice.

Casady School students are required to power oﬀ their phones and store them in their backpacks for the duration of the school day.

The ban extends beyond just cell phones to include smartwatches, tablets, internet-connected headphones and smart glasses. Under the policy, use is prohibited during passing periods and lunchtime.

Exceptions are permitted for documented medical needs (such as health monitoring) and in designated emergency situations.

Dean's List with an academic record of 3.5 (or above) or the President's List with an academic record of 4.0 (all A's).

Local students include: Dean’s List — Hayden Holbrook and Kelly Willis.

President’s List — Taylor Chance, Whitney Goodman and Madelyn Smith.

The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama System, is the state's ﬂagship university

School-issued devices, such as Chromebooks or iPads, are allowed for instructional purposes.

Crossings Christian School enforces a strict policy prohibiting cell phone use during school hours.

There are exceptions for medical needs.

Any phone that is seen or heard by a teacher is to be conﬁscated and held until the end of the school day.

Heritage Hall’s policy prohibits Lower School students from having cell phones or smart watches.

In the Middle School, all cell phones must be turned oﬀ and placed in students’ lockers until classes conclude for the day. Seventh and eighth graders may take their phones out of their lockers at 2:05 p.m. before heading to

sports. Fifth and sixth graders make take their phones out of their lockers at 3:05 p.m., but the device cannot be turned back on until they are out of the building.

Upper School students are prohibited from using cell phones during academic classes, closed study halls, advisory times and assemblies. Upon entering a class or advisory time, students are required to drop their cellphones in a designated check-in station.

Each teacher has the right to allow the use of mobile devices during his or her instructional time for educational purposes. When giving an assignment that involves a mobile device, the policy states that teachers are expected to provide alternative methods for equitable access by students with mobile devices.

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(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 17, 2026; Friday, July 24, 2026; Friday, July 31, 2026)

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION No. FP-2018-217

In the District Court within and for said County and State.

State of Oklahoma, } } ss. Oklahoma County }

Chantell Johnson, Plaintiff vs. Billy Skinner, Defendant

The State of Oklahoma to the said Defendant, Greeting:

You, the said defendant, will take notice that you have been sued in the above named Court in the above named and numbered cause for a divorce on the grounds of Petition for paternity and full custody with visitations and for Petition of modifying child support and you must answer Plaintiff’s petition filed herein on or before the _ day of ___ 2026, or said petition will be taken as true and judgment for said Plaintiff will be rendered against you according to prayer of Plaintiff’s petition.

/s/Chantell Johnson

/s/ Cecelia Spain Notary (SEAL)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 17, 2026; Friday, July 24, 2026; Friday, July 31, 2026)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

Case No. FD-2026-1142

IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF:

Maryurith J. Eguigure Plaintiff, and Kelvin Alonso Lopez Barrera, Respondent NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA: TO THE ABOVE NAMED

RESPONDENT: KELVIN

ALONSO LOPEZ BARRERA

You will take notice that you have been sued in the above named Court in the above Petitioner for a Dissolution of Marriage on the grounds of incompatibility, and that unless you answer the Petition filed by this Petitioner in said Court on or before the 16 th day of August, 2026, said Petition will be taken as true and judgment granting to the Petitioner a Dissolution of Marriage, annulling, canceling, setting aside and holding for naught the marriage contract with you and for other relief and orders rendered according to the prayer thereof.

WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this 9 day of June, 2026.

/s/ Maryurith Eguigure Petitioner

SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me this 9 day of June, 2026.

/s/ Jessica Paige Ledford

Notary (SEAL)

My commission expires: 03-21-2027 Commission Number: 23003949

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 24, 2026; Friday, July 31, 2026; Friday, August 7, 2026)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

Case No. FD-2025-2637

Marriage on the grounds of incompatibility and that unless you answer the petition filed by the petitioner in said Court on or before the 8 day of September, 2026, said Petition will be taken as true and judgement granting to the petitioner a Dissolution of Marriage, annulling, canceling, setting aside and holding for naught the marriage contract with you and for other relief and orders rendered according to the prayer thereof.

WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this 24 day of July, 2026.

/s/Wesley Ellis Petitioner

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/Jamie Houston Deputy (SEAL)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 31, 2026)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

In Re the Marriage of: ) Brian McKinney, ) Petitioner, ) and ) Jacqueline McKinney, ) Respondent. )

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO: Jacqueline McKinney

You are hereby notified that the Petitioner has sued you for Dissolution of Marriage. You must answer the Petition on or before the 27 day of August, 2026, or the Petition will be taken as true and a divorce and other relief sought will be granted to the Petitioner. WITNESS MY HAND AND SEAL this 13 day of July, 2026.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk By /s/ A. Ward Deputy (SEAL)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 24, 2026; Friday, July 31, 2026; Friday, August 7, 2026)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

Case No. FD-2026-1192

IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: Faleshia Williamson-Hall, ) Petitioner, ) and ) James Augusta Hall, Jr., ) Respondent. )

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION

THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO THE ABOVE NAMED

RESPONDENT: James Augusta Hall, Jr.

GREETINGS: You will take notice that you have been sued in the above names Court by the above petitioner, for a Dissolution of Marriage on the grounds of incompatibility and that unless you answer the petition filed by the petitioner in said Court on or before the 27 day of August, 2026, said Petition will be taken as true and judgement granting to the petitioner a Dissolution of Marriage, annulling, canceling, setting aside and holding for naught the marriage contract with you and for other relief and orders rendered according to the prayer thereof. WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this 2 day of July, 2026.

/s/ Feleshia Williamson-Hall Petitioner

SUBSCRIBER AND SWORN to before me this 4th day of October, 2026.

Notary: /s/ Cecelia Spain My commission expires: 09/15/2029 Commission Number: 09007717 (SEAL)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 31, 2026; Friday, August 7, 2026; Friday, August 14, 2026)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

Case No. FD-2026-407

IN RE THE MARRIAGE OF: Wesley A. Ellis, ) Petitioner, ) and ) Amber L. Reynolds, ) Respondent. ) NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO THE ABOVE NAMED

Respondent: Amber L. Reynolds

GREETINGS: You will take notice that you have been sued in the above names Court by the above petitioner, for a Dissolution of

TO: All interested parties.

Take notice that Rhonda Hamilton has petitioned to change his/her name to Rhonda N. Hamilton Nixon.

A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 13 day of August, 2026, before Judge Ogden at 1:30 o’clock in courtroom 325 at the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/L. Bell By: DEPUTY (SEAL)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 31, 2026)

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

CV-2026-1734

Case No: CJ-2026-431

CHLOE REYES ) Plaintiff, ) ) v. ) )

TYLER J. CALVIN &, )

GISSEL ANGELICA REYES )

ZAVALA, ) Defendants)

NOTICE OF PUBLICATION

THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA

TO: Tyler J. Calvin

TAKE NOTICE that you have been sued for negligence in the amount more than $75,000.00 in the above Court by the Plaintiff, Chloe Reyes, alleging that Plaintiff, B.D., Minor, sustained personal injuries arising from your negligence on or about November 30, 2022; and you must answer the Petition on or before the 30 day of August, 2026, or said Petition will be taken as true and judgement will be rendered against you with costs of the action and granted to the Plaintiff.

WITNESS MY HAND AND SEAL this 17 day of July, 2026.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk (SEAL) Oklahoma County Courthouse By: /s/ J.Pulley Deputy

Attorney for Plaintiff: Monty L. Cain OBA#15891

Michael P. Mosca OBA#31160

Alyssa De La Garza

OBA#36616

CAIN LAW OFFICE PO Box 892098 Oklahoma City, OK 73189 phone: (405) 759-7400 fax: (405) 759-7424 clo@cainlaw-okc.com

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 31, 2026)

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA CV-2026-1750

In Re: The Name of: ) Rhonda N. Nixon )

NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME

IN RE: The Name of: ) Ali M. Williams Gaddis )

NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME

TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Ali Maria Williams Gaddis has petitioned to change his/her name to Ali Maria Williams.

A Hearing on said petition is set for 1:30 o’clock P.M. on the 19 day of August, 2026, before Judge Mai in his/her courtroom in the Oklahoma County Courthouse. Should you know of some reason why this change of name should not be allowed you must file a written protest in the above styled and numbered cause prior to the above date with the Clerk of this Court. Should you fail to do so, the petition for change of name will be granted as prayed.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/Jamie Houston BY DEPUTY (SEAL)

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 31, 2026)

DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA

CV-2026-1754

IN RE: The Name of: ) Abner David Parra )

NOTICE OF HEARING ON CHANGE ON PETITION TO CHANGE NAME

TO: All interested parties. Take notice that Abner David Parra has petitioned to change his/her name to Abner David Rosales.

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk /s/L. Bell BY DEPUTY (SEAL)

September shutterbugs shake up the Paseo

PhotoFest is a juried photography exhibition that takes place each September in the Paseo Arts & Creativity Center. It is open to all types of photography, including traditional and digital processes and mixed media work that features photography.

Juror: Michael Hulett

Important Dates

Monday, Aug. 3 at 11:59pmEntries due Saturday, Aug. 8 – Notiﬁcation of selected works via email by 5 pm

Saturday, Aug. 29 - Delivery of selected works to the PAA3024 Paseo 12-5 pm

Friday, Sept. 4 – Opening reception during the First Friday Gallery Walk, 6-9 pm Saturday, Sept. 26 – Last day of exhibit & artist pickup.

Date TBD - Artist Talk w/ Awarded Artists

Eligibility

Open to original two or threedimensional work in photog-

raphy or mixed media work featuring photography. Work must be no larger than 40” in any direction, including frame! Include the framed size in the dimensions on your submission. Work that has been previously selected for any past PAA Juried Show or displayed as a monthly exhibit at the PACC are not eligible.

Photography using AI for any part of the process is not eligible.

Application Requirements: Process and type of photography must be speciﬁed on every entry. (i.e. digital, hand-tinted silver gelatin print, 35mm ﬁlm, mixed media, etc.)

When using “Untitled” for the name of your work and you have more than one “Untitled” piece, please number “Untitled 1” “Untitled 2” “Untitled 3”

If your artwork is accepted, be prepared to follow these guidelines: All work must be for sale. The PAA retains a 30% commission on all works sold. Work must be ready to hang on the wall at the time of delivery. Framed work should have D-rings and hanging wire properly installed at the time of drop oﬀ. Photos printed on metal do not need wire, if there is alternate hanging hardware provided. Cleats/screws are not preferred but if necessary can be displayed.

Please contact theresa@thepaseo.org with any questions about preparing the work to hang on the wall.

Awards

1 Best of Show - $150

2 Merit Awards - $75 4-6 Honorable Mentions

Entry Fees

Flat entry fee, non-refundable $15 for Paseo Arts Association members $20 for non-members

Questions?

Please email theresa@thepaseo.org or call 405-525-2688 (M-F 9 am-5 pm).

OKC steps up to the plate as International Cup returns

International softball is coming back to OKC, and it’s a big one. The Greater OKC Asian Chamber has partnered with USA Softball to help welcome the return of the USA Softball International Cup to Oklahoma City.

This highlights the event’s international signiﬁcance and the city’s growing global connections. The tournament, held at Devon Park, will feature top teams from around the world and further establish Oklahoma City as a premier destination for international sports and cultural engagement from July 30 to Aug. 3. The USA Softball International Cup returns to

Devon Park after a six-year absence. No. 2 Team USA faces No. 1 Japan, No. 4 Canada, No. 8 China, No. 42 American Samoa, and the USA Womens Elite Team. A loaded ﬁeld by any measure.

Team USA has dominated since the tournament launched in 2005, going 83–7 with 11 titles in 14 appearances. Japan is the only team to take them down, claiming three titles of their own.

Behind the event is USA Softball, one of the fastestgrowing sports organizations in the country with over 120,000 teams and a million members across all 50 states. Get tickets at usasoftball. com/2026-international-cup/.

Debbie South Metro First Realty @ Lake Hefner 3232 W Britton Rd, 277 Oklahoma City, OK.73120 (405) 706-9077

Full Circle Bookstore 1900 NW Expressway Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 842-2900 (800) 683-READ

The Learning Tree

7638 N. Western Wilshire Village (405) 848-1415 learningtreeokc.com

Nancy Farha’s 9205 N. Pennsylvania Casady Square The Village, OK 73120 (405) 775-0404 nancyfarha.com

Moorman's Distinctive Carpets and Area Rugs 3835 NW 63rd St. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4888 moormanscarpetsoklahoma city.com

Naifeh Fine Jewelry 6471 Avondale Dr,. Nichols Hills, OK 73116 (405) 607-4323 Naifehfinejewelry.com

Thrifty Pharmacy

10904 N. May Ave. L Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 751-2852 230 S. Santa Fe Ave. Edmond OK 73003 Thriftypharmacyokc.com

BancFirst 6200 Waterford Blvd Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 270-1622 Bancfirst.bank

First National Bank of Oklahoma 10900 Hefner Pointe Dr., No. 300, Okla. City, OK 73120 (405) 848-2001 | fnbok.com

CK & Co. 6429 Avondale Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 843-7636 ckandcompany.com

Quail Creek Bank 12201 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 755-1000 quailcreek.bank

Covenant Brothers 5900 Mosteller Dr. No. 7 Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 842-4671 covbros.com

Justin Beasley, DDS 4600 W Memorial Rd. Oklahoma City, OK 73142 (405) 755-5400 drbeasley.com

Quail Plaza Barber Shop 10940 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (495) 751-2126

All About Travel, Ltd. 6104 NW 63 St. Oklahoma City, OK 73132 (405) 384-3880 www.allabout-travel.com

First Fidelity Bank 6404 Avondale, Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 416-2222 Website: ffb.com

Denner Roofing Co. LLC 6608 N. Western Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 848-4411 dennerroofing.com

The Adult Clinic at Hearts for Hearing 11500 N. Portland Ave. OKC, OK 73120 (405) 548-4335

Christian Science Reading Room 6490 Avondale Drive (Nichols Hills Plaza North) Nichols Hills, OK 73116 (405) 843-5334 christianscienceokc.org

Steam It Klean It LLC

Carpet Cleaning PO Box 20232 Oklahoma City, OK 73156 (405) 602-4960 Steamitkleanit@gmail.com

Krista Anne’s Boutique 7602 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73116 (405) 310-5500

Paul Seikel Pearls Oyster Bar 5641 N. Classen Blvd. Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 848-8008 pearlsokc.com

Basey's Roofing

Gary Basey 2700 S. May Ave. Okla City, OK 73109 (405)755-8717 baseysroofingjs@gmail.com

Niroula Law 511 Couch Dr., No. 300 Oklahoma City, OK 73102 (405) 496-9250 niroulalaw.com

OKC FRIDAY P.O. Box 20340 Oklahoma City, OK 73156 (405) 755-3311 okcfriday.com

Strebel Creek Vineyard & Gift Shop 11521 N. MacArthur Blvd. Okla. City, OK 73162 (405) 720-7779 Fri. 1-5 pm, Sat. 10-5 pm, Sun. 2-5 pm FB. Strebel Creek

Navigating Medicare 2232 W. Hefner Road Suite A. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 842-0494 navigatingmedicare.com

First Liberty Bank 9601 N. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 608-4500 myfirstliberty.com

Grand Dental Studio Michael Kirk, DDS 1057 N.W. Grand Boulevard Oklahoma City, OK 73118 (405) 848-3719 DentistOKC.com

Robert Don Gifford GIFFORD LAW, PLLC P.O. Box 2682 Oklahoma City, OK 73101 (405)778-4647 giffordlawyer.com Robert.Gifford@ GiffordLawyer.com

Cross Timbers Arborist 3500 S. Brunson St. Oklahoma City, OK 73119 (405) 682-4777 crosstimbersarborist.com

Lewis Orthodontics Edmond - MWC (405) 330-5095 lewisbraces.com

Women's Health Boutique 12062 N. May Ave Oklahoma City, OK 73120 (405) 936-0030

Midﬁrst Bank (888) 643-3477 midﬁrst.com

OCCC 7777 S. May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73159 (405) 682-1611 occc.edu

Mountain Smoke Band

Hal Cliﬀord 1004 N. 80 Oklahoma City, Ok 73114 (405) 818-5591

Brad Sullivan Tag Agency 2511 N.

Public schools adjust times to meet new requirements

Oklahoma City Public Schools (OKCPS) is implementing a slight adjustment to school day schedules for the 20262027 school year to comply with new state legislation requiring additional daily recess time for elementary students.

Under Senate Bill 1481, all students in kindergarten through fifth grade must receive at least 40 minutes of supervised, unstructured recess each school day, an increase from the previous 20-minute requirement.

The law also prohibits recess from being withheld as a form of discipline.

To meet the new requirement while preserving valuable instructional time, OKCPS has updated school start and dismissal times for the upcoming school year.

2026-2027 School Year

High schools: 7:35 a.m.2:45 p.m.

Classen School of Arts and Sciences High School at Northeast: 8:10 a.m.3:20 p.m.

Pre-K centers: 8 a.m.3:10 p.m.

Elementary schools: 8:10 a.m.-3:20 p.m.

Middle schools: 8:50 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Alternative education: No change.

Research consistently shows that regular oppor -

tunities for play and physical activity support students' physical health, social-emotional development and academic success.

By incorporating additional recess into the school day, OKCPS aims to comply with state law while continuing to support student learning and the district's goals of improving reading and math achievement.

Families will receive additional information from their child's school regarding daily schedules, arrival and dismissal procedures, and before- and afterschool care options before the start of the school year.

For more information, families are encouraged to contact their child's school.

• For Putnam City families, there is no change.

Putnam City has already incorporated 30 minutes a day for recess and are increasing that to 40 minutes to meet the new requirement, officials said.

Twenty of the 40 minutes are to be calculated as instructional time.

• Deer Creek Superintendent Jason Perez said to meet the new requirements, the district’s intermediate students start five minutes earlier and finish five minutes later. Elementary students are to stay 10 minutes later each day.

Dear Wise Elder: I did a transfer on death for the deed to my house and for my car. These are my only two assets. Why would I need a trust?

Dear Why a Trust: What you did was legal and MAY be adequate. But it leaves you without contingencies for each situation. What if the person to whom you transferred the deed, pre-deceases you. What is the plan then? Who would you want to be next in line? All of this needs to be in writing to protect against the “what if’s.”

— Courtesy VillagesOKC, VillagesOKC.org (405) 990 6637

YOUR FRIDAYLAND CAUCUS

Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School

15 — Night of Champions (7 p.m.)

17 — CGSAA Track Meet @ BMCHS 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

22 & 24 — Dance Visions Show

23 —Annual BMCHS Auction @ Western Heritage Museum

25 — Irish Alley

27 — Spring Music Concert (7 p.m.) May 2026

3 — All School Mass (9:30 a.m.)

3 — Awards Ceremony (6- 7:30 p.m). 3-14 — AP Testing 12-14 — Senior Finals

14 — PM Assembly - Yearbook Assembly 17 — Senior Robing Dismiss (12:30 p.m.) & Senior Picnic (7 p.m.)

18 — Baccalaureate (6:30 p.m.)

19 — Graduation (7 p.m.)

21 — T6 - End of Sixth 6 Weeks 24-26 — 9th - 11th Grade Finals 26 — Last Day of School 31 —Memorial Day

Casady School

August 2026

1, 3, 6, 13 — College Application Boot Camp 9 — Student Council Planning Retreat, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Records 14 — Freshman Orientation, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Kirby Hall 17- 5th Grade Orientation

3 — Trustees Dinner, 6 p.m., Calvert Hall 6 — 5th & 6th Choir Concert, 5 p.m., St. Edwards Chapel -9 — MD and UD Winter Orchestra Concert, 6:30 p.m., Kirby Hall 11 — MD Holiday Dance, 7-9 p.m., Nichols Activity Center 14-18 — Fourth Grade Live Nativity 21-31 — Christmas Break

January 2027 1-4 — Christmas Break 5 — Classes Resume 18 — MLK Day, No Classes 22 — CPO Bingo Night 23 — Upper Division Winter Ball, 9-11 p.m. February 2027

All School Mass (9:30 a.m.)

13 - Defend Systems Training (NO SCHOOl)

15 - Understanding College Finances for Seniors (6 p.m.)

16 — 9th-11th grade PSAT (Dismiss 11 a.m)/12th Career Day 19-20 — NO SCHOOL - Fall Break

16 — BMCHS Golf Tournament - Early Wine Golf Course (12 p.m.) 24 — STS Placement Test (8 a.m. - 12 p.m.) 29 — Senior Service Project @ The Boys & Girls Club

30 — Halloween/CFD AM in the PM Assembly (1:45 p.m.)

31 - CFD Weekend Early Drop Off (9-11 a.m.) November 2026

1 — CFD Early Drop Off (2-4 p.m.)

2— All School Mass (9:30 a.m.)

4 —Pre-ACT Test (10th graders) 5-8 Girls Kairos

6 — T2 — End of Second 6 Weeks 11 —Veteran's Day Assembly 12-14— Fall School Musical 17 — Sophomore Retreat

19 - Jazz Band & Cover Band Concert (7 p.m.)

20 — Canned Food Drive Pick Up

23-27 — NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break December 2026

3—Dancing with The Irish Stars (7:00 pm)

5 — Christmas Dance (8-10 p.m.)

8 — All School Mass (9:30 a.m.)

10 —Holly Jolly Follies (7 p.m.)

15 — DE-STRESS Day, T3 - End of Third 6 Weeks 16-18 —Finals

21-Jan. 4 — NO SCHOOL - Christmas Break January 2027

4 — NO SCHOOL - Teacher Professional Day

5 — First Day of Spring Semester 18 —NO SCHOOL - MLK Day

20 & 21 — Class Masses in the Chapel

25-29 — Catholic Schools Week 28-31 Girls Kairos February 2027

10 — All School Mass (9:30 a.m.) Ash Wednesday 11 — Junior Retreat

12— NO SCHOOL - Archdiocesan In-Service

15 — NO SCHOOL - President's Day 18-21 — Boys Kairos

19 —T4 - End of Fourth 6 Weeks

22 — Freshman Welcome Night (1st of 2) (6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.)

23 — Freshman Welcome Night (2nd of 2) (6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.)

25-27 — Spring School Play

26 — Feeder Leader Day March 2027

9 — College Night for Juniors in Auditorium (6 p.m.)

14 — Daylight Saving (move clocks ahead 1 hour)

11 — Freshman Retreat

15-19 — NO SCHOOL - Spring Break

24 — All School Mass (9:30 a.m.) Washing of the Feet

26 — Stations of the Cross (9:15 a.m.); Dismiss (12:30 p.m.)

29-30 — NO SCHOOL - Easter Monday/ Tuesday

21-April 2 - Olympics Week

31 — Olympics torch Run (7:30 a.m.) Black Light Assembly (1:05 p.m.) April 2027

5 — Olympics FIELD DAY / T5 - End of Fifth 6 Weeks

8 — Freshman Retreat 10 — PROM 12 — All School Mass (Red Cord Mass) (9:30 a.m.) 13 — Jazz & Cover Band Concert (7 p.m.)

8:30-10:30 a.m., St. Edward’s Chapel

Upper Division Orientation, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Upper Division Back to School Kirby Lunch, 12-1:30 p.m., Kirby Hall 6th, 7th & 8th Grade Orientation, 12:15-1:30 p.m., McClendon

18 — Lower Division Orientation, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Powell Lower Division

19 — First Day of Classes; Lower Division, Middle Division, Upper Division Senior Sunrise (6:45 a.m.)

20 — Primary Classes Begin 26 — Senior Parent College Night

29 — Early Dismissal for Middle and Upper Divisions

September 2026

3 — UD Parent Information Night, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

7 — Labor Day, No Classes

8 — PD Parent Information Night, 6-8 p.m., Loeffler Primary Division

10 — MD Meet and Greet, 4-5 p.m., McClendon Middle Division; Casady Tailgate Party sponsored by CPO, 5 p.m.

11 — UD Club and Activities Fair, 9:40 a.m., UD Quad

14 — Casady Golf Tournament, Quail Creek Golf and Country Club

15 — UD Honor Ceremony, 9:40 a.m., St. Eward’s Chapel

16 — Junior Parent College Night, 7 p.m., Kirby Hall and Records

23 — Prospective Parents’ Night Out, 5:30-7 p.m., Kirby Family Hall

25 — Fall Parent Conferences, No Classes

30 — Sophomore Parent College Night, 7 p.m., Kirby Hall and Records October 2026

1 — LD Steam Night, 5:30-7 p.m., Powell Lower Division Fall Choir Concert, Grades 5-12, 6:30 p.m., 5th-6th Grades; 7th-UD, 7 p.m., St. Edward’s Chapel 9-12 — Fall Break, No Classes

14 — PSAT Testing and Senior College Application Workshop Freshmen Parent College Night, 7 p.m., Kirby Hall and Records

18-24 — Homecoming Week

Primary Division Open House, 2-4 p.m., Loeffler Primary Division

22 — Celebration of Alumni Banquet, 6 p.m., Kirby Family Hall

UD Homecoming Night Rally, 7-9 p.m.

23 — Casady Hall of Fame Reception, 5-6 p.m., Mathis Pavillion

24 — UD Homecoming Dance, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

25 — LD Trunk or Treat, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

28 — Fall Concert, 7th & 8th Grades and UD, 7 p.m., North Gym

30 — Halloween Celebrations All divisions MD Halloween around the Lake, PD Halloween Costume Parade, 8:30 a.m., LD Halloween Parties/Parade, 2 p.m. November 2026

5-7 — SPC Fall Championships, Field Hockey and Boys Volleyball

8 — UD Open House, 2-4 p.m., Kirby Family Hall

13 — MD Trimester Ends

14 — MD and UD Admissions Testing, 9 am. to 12 p.m., McClendon Middle Division 23-27 — Thanksgiving Break

30 — Classes Resume

Hope for the Holidays Clothing and Diaper Drive, St. Edward’s Chapel December 2026

1-11 — Hope for the Holidays Clothing and Diaper Drive, St. Edward’s Chapel

2 — MD/UD Winter Band Concert, 6 p.m., Fee Theater

9 — CPO Fat Tuesday Pancake Breakfast, 7 a.m., Calvert Hall 10 — 2nd Grade Valentine Caroling Ash Wednesday Chapel Services, St. Edward’s Chapel 12-15 — Mid-Winter Break, No Classes 26 — Parent/Teacher Conferences, No Classes March 2027 1 — CPO Auction 6-8 — UD Musical, “McBeth” 10-13 — 8th Grade DC Trip 16-23 —Spring Break, No Classes 24 — Classes Resume April 2027 9 — No UD Classes PD Visiting Day, 1:15-2:30 p.m., Loeffler Primary Division 10 — MD Musical Performances 13 — Cum Laude Ceremony, Bennett Arts Center 15 — Moving to the Middle - Rising 5th, 5-6:30 pm. Annual Fund Social, 6-8 p.m., Gorham Patio at Kirby Hall 30 — May Day Break, No Classes May 2027 5 — Future Cyclones Night, 5-6:30 p.m., Kirby Family Hall 20 — Athletic Awards Recognition, 5:30 p.m., Grantham-Griffing Field House 21 — UD Awards Recognition Chapel, 9:40 a.m., Grantham-Griffing Field House Kindergarten World Banquet, 5-7 p.m., Calvert Hall

Senior Sunset, 8 p.m., Lower Division Patio 27 — Last Day of Classes MC Recognition Chapel 28 — Closing Ceremonies, 4th and 8th Grades 31 — Memorial Day, No Classes June 2027 2 — Junior/Senior Prom, 8-10 p.m. 4 — Baccalaureate, 5 p.m., St. Edward’s Chapel 5 — Graduation, 7 p.m., St. Edward’s Chapel Lawn

Deer Creek Public Schools

August 2026

4-5— New Teacher Professional Development

7-12 — Professional Development

14 — 1st Day of School September 2026

7 — Labor Day - No School

October 2026

12-13 — Evening Parent Teacher Conferences

15-16 — Fall Break - No School

19 — No School - Conference Night November 2026

23-27 — Thanksgiving Break - No School

December 2026

21-31 — Winter Break — No School

January 2027

1 — Winter Break - No School

4 — Professional Development

18 — Martin Luther King Day - No School

February 2027

8 — High School Pathways Night

15 — Professional Development March 2027

8 — High School Parent/Teacher Conference Night

8-9 — PreK-8th Grade Parent/Teacher Conference Nights

12- No School - Conference Night

15-19 — Spring Break - No School

April 2027

16 — No School or Inclement Weather/ Emergency Day May 2027

20 — Last Day of School

21 — Teacher Record Day 31 — Memorial Day 21-28 — Inclement Weather Make Up Days

Crossings Christian School

August 2026

3—5 9-12th Student Orientations / Lockers

10 — PS-Pre-K Parent Orientation / 5th-8th

Student Orientations

11 — K-4th Student Orientations / Open House

11 — 14 Preschool / Pre-K Student Orientations

12 — K-12th First Day of School

17 — Preschool / Pre-K First Day of School

18 1st-4th Parent Orientation

20 — Middle School Parent Orientation

25 — Upper School Parent Orientation

September 2026

7 — Labor Day Holiday

October 2026

13 — US PreACT / ACT / US Early Release

12-14 —7th / 8th Quarterly Testing

15 — No Classes / K-8th Conference Day / US Prof. Dev. / End of 1st Quarter

16-19 — Fall Break, No Classes

20 — Beginning of 2nd Quarter

22 — 9th-11th PSAT / US Early Release November 2026

9-13 — PS / PK Conference Week 23-27 — Thanksgiving Break December 2026

15-18 — 7th / 8th Quarterly Testing / US Semester Exams

18 — Early Release / End of 2nd Quarter 21-Jan. 4 — Christmas Break January 2027

5 — No Classes / Staff Professional Development

6 — Classes Resume / Beginning of 3rd Quarter 18 — MLK Holiday February 2027 1215 — Winter Break March 2027

8-11 — 7th / 8th Quarterly Testing

12 — PS-8th Conference Day / 9th -12th Class in Session / End of 3rd Quarter 15-19 — Spring Break 22 — Beginning of 4th Quarter 26 — Good Friday Holiday

26-30 — LS / MS Standardized Testing 30 — No Classes May 2027

10-12 — Senior Final Exams 14-19 — 5th-8th Testing / 9th-11th Final Exams 17-19 — arly Release 19 — Last Day of Classes / End of 4th Quarter 20 — EOY Ceremonies / Commencement

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What are you most passionate about professionally?

What I'm most passionate about professionally is helping people grow into the best version of themselves. As a middle school and upper school English teacher, that meant helping students find their voices, think critically, and gain confidence. As a lower school administrator, my role has expanded to include supporting teachers as they develop their own skills and create classrooms where children thrive. After many years in education, I've realized that what has always energized me isn't a particular grade level or position—it's the relationships. The greatest privileges of my career have been watching students discover their individual strengths and working alongside dedicated colleagues who care deeply about children. Has your definition of success changed as you’ve developed your career?

I began my career at Heritage Hall when I was 21 years old, and one of the greatest measures of

OKC Public Schools

August 2026

11 — Classes Begin

September 2026

7 — Labor Day, No Classes TBD — Progress Report Week

TBD — Open House

22 & 24 — Parent Conferences

October 2026

12 - 16 — Fall Break

November 2026

23 - 27 — Thanksgiving Break

December 2026

21-Jan 5 — Winter Break

January 2027

Jan 18 — MLK Jr. Day

February 2027

Feb 8 + 11 — Parent Conferences

March 2027

TBD — State Testing 16 -23 — Spring Break April 2027 16 — Snow Day

May 2027

20 — Last Day of Classes 21 — Record Day

Putnam City Public Schools

August 2026

12 — First Day of Classes

September 2026

7 — Labor Day, No Classes 18 —Teacher Collaboration Day

October 2026 15 — Parent/Teacher Conferences 16 — Fall Break 19 — District Professional Day

November 2026

23-27 — Thanksgiving

December 2026

21-Jan. 1, 2026 — Winter Break

January 2027

4 — Teacher Work Day

5 — Professional Day

18 — Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

February 2027

12 — Break

March 2027

13 — Parent/Teacher Conferences 15-19 — Spring Break April 2027

16 — Break

May 2027

20 — Last Day of Classes

success for me is that, after all these years, I still wake up each morning excited to go to work. I feel incredibly fortunate to have found a vocation that has brought me both tremendous joy and deep fulfillment. The opportunity to work with students, partner with talented colleagues, and contribute to a community I care so deeply about has made education not just my profession but my life's work. What is a perfect day for you?

I’m the quintessential morning person, so I would love to start my day with an early walk in perfect weather — windless, with the temperature hovering somewhere around 70 degrees. (Admittedly, a rarity in Oklahoma!)

Then I'd spend the rest of the day surrounded by the people who matter most — my children, my grandchildren and my parents. Maybe we'd sit around the kitchen table together, or maybe we'd end up outside chasing each other around the yard. Maybe someone would want to bake something, play a game or just talk. Honestly, the specifics wouldn't matter at all. What I'd really be soaking

in is the sound of their voices, my grandchildren's laughter and the easy comfort of being with family. Those are the moments I treasure.

What is some of the best advice you’ve received in your life?

Throughout my life, my father frequently exclaimed, “You’ve got to be optimistic!” I’ve tried to live by those words, though I’ve also learned that optimism doesn’t mean pretending life is always sunshine and rainbows. It means choosing hope even when life is difficult. I was reminded of that recently while reading Katherine Center’s What You Wish For. One line, in particular, resonated with me: “We made a choice to do joy on purpose. Not in spite of life’s sorrows. But because of them.” To me, that beautifully captures what my father meant — and the way I try to live. Optimism isn’t about ignoring life’s challenges; it’s about intentionally choosing joy, hope and gratitude in the midst of them.

What is No. 1 on your bucket list?

Travel, travel, and more travel! I'd love the opportunity to explore the wider

Trinity School at Edgemere

August

of School

world, experience its beauty and diversity firsthand, and return home with new perspectives — and plenty of entertaining stories to tell!

Oklahoma has had an amazing sports history, which has featured a lineup of individuals such as Mickey Mantle, Shannon Miller, Jim Thorpe, Patty Gasso, etc. Did you have any sports heroes growing up?

As a young child, Brian Piccolo and Gale Sayers became unlikely sports heroes of mine after I watched Brian's Song Their remarkable friendship, forged as Chicago Bears teammates during the civil rights era, demonstrated courage, loyalty, and compassion that transcended the game itself. Even all these years later, their story continues to inspire me and remains one I've never forgotten.

How would you like to be remembered?

At my core, I am driven by the relationships I build. Whether in the classroom or in my personal life, I strive to ensure that those around me feel truly seen, heard and supported. In a rapidly changing world, I consciously

choose to anchor myself in the inherent goodness of people. My hope is to leave behind a legacy rooted in compassion, open-mindedness and intentional optimism.

What is one question I haven’t asked you that you would like to answer?

What advice have you given to your students over the years?

The advice I have shared most often is simple yet profound and is inspired by Mitch Albom’s Tuesdays with Morrie: “Find perfection in the average day.” Life moves quickly and it’s easy to become so focused on the next milestone, achievement or big moment that we overlook the beauty of the moments unfolding right in front of us. Some of my greatest joys have come not from extraordinary events, but from ordinary days filled with meaningful conversations, laughter,and time spent with people I love. My hope for students has always been that they learn to recognize the extraordinary within the everyday and understand that the moments they are living today are the very moments they will one day treasure.

Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School

Since 1950, Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School has provided superior secondary education in the greater Oklahoma City area. All students undertake a college-preparatory curriculum that comprises traditional core subjects, theology, and a wide variety of electives in visual and performing arts, practical studies, STEM and other fields.

Bishop McGuinness educates the whole person by offering numer -

ous extracurricular, athletic, and spiritual-development opportunities.

As a Catholic community of faith, Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School is dedicated to educating and developing the whole person, providing a moral, ethical and Christ-centered compass for life.

The teachings of the church permeate the school’s spiritual, academic and social life, forming a Person for Others.

Founded in 1969, Heritage Hall is a leading independent, coeducational college preparatory school in Oklahoma City, serving students from preschool through grade 12. The School’s mission—to cultivate curiosity, confidence, and compassion—is echoed in The Charger Code, a student-authored, values-based framework that inspires all Chargers to learn with honor, lead with courage, and serve with compassion.

Heritage Hall is deeply committed to a robust arts program through award-winning theater, music, and visual arts, while the Charger athletics program has produced more than 100 state championships in its aim to “build champions for life.” Signature offerings like HH Explore and the Independent Studies Program (ISP) provide experiential learning opportunities that ignite passion, creativity, and real-world problem solving beyond the traditional classroom.

Fully prepared for success at the university level, Heritage Hall graduates stand out among their peers as confident, compassionate leaders who have contributed hundreds of service learning hours as part of a well-rounded education that fosters a lifelong commitment To Learn, To Lead, and To Serve.

Minimizing distractions during study time

Digital technology may have impacted life for the better in many ways, but the same devices that educate, entertain and connect users can distract students at every turn.

According to a 2026 study on the habits of highly eﬀective students published on Research. com, students are distracted for roughly 35 percent of their total

study time on average. But smartphones, tablets and gaming systems are not the only distractions that students face. Learning to turn attention away from distractions is a key to a successful study session. Here are some ways to manage distractions while studying for academic success.

• Gatekeep digital

distractions. Students can move their phones entirely out of arm's reach or into another room while studying. When studying on tablets or laptops, students can use software to disable nonacademic platforms so they're not tempted to check social media or browse the internet.

See DEVICES, Page 16

Crossings Christian School

The vision of Crossings Christian School can best be explained by describing the ideal graduate CCS desires to produce. In many ways, this description is truly an ideal, but it represents the target that CCS strives for as it carries out its mission eﬀort. This ideal graduate will be trained to emulate Christ – intellectually, socially, physically, and spiritually. We believe that there is no distinction between the secular and spiritual domains of life. For the sake of organization, however, the characteristics of the ideal graduate are divided into four categories: Intellectually. Our goal is to produce graduates who reach their God-given intellectual potential. Our graduates will be critical thinkers and able to discern truth from error. They will be eager learners with intellectual curiosity.

Socially. Our graduates will be well-rounded and willing to relate to people of diverse backgrounds. They will be well-mannered, understanding that respect is a demonstration of love.

Physically. Our graduates will have a basic understanding of the principle of stewardship in regards to the care of their bodies and understand the value of physical ﬁtness. They will have opportunities to participate in athletics according to interest and ability.

Spiritually. Our graduates will have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ at both an intellectual and emotional level. They will center their life on Jesus Christ, resting on God’s strength and not their own.

Oklahoma City Community College offers a range of educational programs and is located in south Oklahoma City.

It is situated on a more than 143-acre campus and serves over 28,000 students every year. The college offers several associate degree programs that prepare students to transfer to baccalaureate institutions. It also offers other degree and certificate programs that are designed to prepare students for immediate employment in a variety of fields.

The college’s academic courses include arts and humanities, information technology, science, mathematics and nursing. It provides students opportunities to participate in various student clubs and organizations. Additionally, it offers a variety of community and continuing education courses, workshops, conferences and seminars.

Oklahoma City Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, which is a commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Trinity School edu cates students with learning differences, each according to their specific needs, and we do it in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Trinity’s logo, the Triquetra symbol izes the Holy Trinity – God as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Although we are a Christian school, Trinity School

welcomes families of all faith traditions. Educators see service to Trinity families as joyful service to God. Each school day begins with a time of prayer. Giving thanks before lunch is a daily routine and Chapel is held each week.

Trinity’s supportive and experienced instructors deliver programs that encourage strong moral and ethical character.

How families can approach college application process

Going to college is the next step in many high school graduates' academic journeys. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that around 62 percent of recent high school graduates were enrolled in college as of 2023. College enrollment has remained relatively stable in recent years, with around 60 percent of students enrolling in college after high school.

Many current high school students are planning to attend college, and they may wonder when to begin the application process. U.S. News & World Report advises students to check in with the individual schools they are considering, as deadlines and requirements for college applications vary by school. Fall of senior year typically is a busy time for college applications. This timeline can help students better prepare for the college application process.

• Begin your college search during junior year of high school. This also is a time to visit schools in person to get a feel for each campus. By spring of junior year, it is adviseable to have

taken the SAT or ACT test at least once. These tests can be taken again in the fall and then the highest score will be sent to colleges.

• Continue to look at colleges the summer before senior year and narrow down which colleges seem to be the best ﬁt. Western Colorado University suggests it could be a good idea to begin the application process during the summer before senior year. This gives students plenty of time to ﬁnish an application before the deadline.

• Most students wait until the fall of senior year of high school before they do the bulk of their college applications. Schools will have separate deadlines for early decision, early action and regular decision, so it is important to know these cutoﬀ dates and apply accordingly.

Early action tends to close out in November, while general applications need to be in by January or February. A student who applies for early decision and is accepted by a school must withdraw all other applications, as early decision is binding.

CASADY SCHOOL

Casady School is a PreK-12, independent, college preparatory Episcopal day school committed to deeper-level learning. Casady School welcomes a student body that reflects the diversity of the world around us and therefore does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, nationality, or ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletics and other school-administered programs generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

Casady is commited to providing a foundation of excellence for all its students, instilling them with the educational and social skills to triumph in their future endeavors.

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• Avoid cognitive fatigue. Study blocks should be a maximum of two hours per course before switching subjects to keep the mind fresh. Trying to maintain intense concentration for hours on end often ends with attention waning and the brain seeking other stimuli.

• Study during the day. People naturally get tired after dark, which means moving study times to daylight hours may lead to greater success.

• Set aside a dedicated study area. Students should establish a consistent, quiet and remote study spot that is physically separated from visual and auditory disruptions. Also, a study area should be separate from relaxation spots so the brain automatically switches to focus on the task at hand.

• Advise others not to dis-

turb. Students can establish boundaries with roommates or family members to ensure study sessions are not interrupted. Ask roommates or family members to avoid a designated study area and to silence phone notiﬁcations and alerts.

• Quiet the environment. Some students prefer complete silence for studying, and can beneﬁt from noise-canceling headphones. Others may prefer ambient noise or instrumental music to drown out background noise.

• Build in breaks. Study sessions can be broken up with breaks to provide a change of scenery and also to grab snacks and beverages or make a trip to the restroom.

Minimizing distractions while studying requires students to determine what works for them in a study environment. Additional measures to reduce external stimuli also may need to be implemented.

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RESOLUTION NO. 05-11-2026 (A)

A RESOLUTION PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE; CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION TO SUBMIT THE PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENTS TO THE REGISTERED VOTERS OF THE CITY; SETTING THE DATE OF AUGUST 25, 2026, FOR THE SPECIAL ELECTION; AND DIRECTING THAT NOTICE OF THE PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENTS AND SPECIAL ELECTION BE GIVEN BY THE CITY CLERK BY PUBLICATION OF NOTICE AS REQUIRED BY LAW; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO ISSUE AN ORDER, BY PROCLAMATION, CALLING FOR THE AUGUST 25, 2026 SPECIAL ELECTION, AS REQUIRED BY LAW.

WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of The Village, believes that amendments to the Charter of the City of The Village should be adopted; and

WHEREAS, Section 13-111 of Title 11 of the Oklahoma Statutes provides that amendments to a municipal charter may be proposed by resolution of the municipal governing body of the municipality; and

WHEREAS, the City Council desires to propose the amendments to the Charter of the City of The Village attached hereto as Exhibits A-01 through A-11, inclusive; and

WHEREAS, the City Council further desires to call a special election to submit the proposed amendments to the Charter of the City of The Village to the registered voters of the City of The Village for their approval or disapproval; and

WHEREAS, the City Council further desires to set a date for the special election; and

WHEREAS, the City Council further desires to provide gists of the proposed amendments to the Charter of the City of The Village in the form of special election ballot propositions, which are attached hereto as Exhibits B-01 through B-11, inclusive; and

WHEREAS, the City Council further desires to direct that notice of the proposed amendments to the Charter of the City of The Village and special election be published by the City Clerk as required by law.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, as follows:

1. That the City Council proposes that the Charter of the City of The Village be amended by adoption of the amendments fully set forth in Exhibits A-01 through A-11, inclusive, attached hereto and incorporated by reference into this Resolution.

2. That the City Council hereby calls a special election to be held within the City of The Village to submit the proposed amendments to the Charter of The City of The Village (attached Exhibits A-01 through A-11, inclusive) to the registered voters of The Village for their approval or disapproval; and, further, that the City Council hereby designates August 25, 2026, as the date for the special election to be held within the City of The Village, Oklahoma.

3. That the City Council hereby provides gists of the proposed amendments to the Charter of the City of The Village in the form of the special election ballot propositions attached hereto as Exhibits B-01 through B-11, inclusive, which propositions shall be submitted to the registered voters of the City of The Village at the August 25, 2026 special election.

4. That the City Council hereby directs the City Clerk to publish Notice of the proposed amendments to the Charter of the City of The Village set forth in Exhibits A-01 through A-11, inclusive, plus the date of the special election on such amendments, in a daily newspaper of general circulation with the City of The Village, with such Notice to be published a sufficient number of times to comply with the notice requirements of Article 18, Section 3(a) of the Oklahoma Constitution and Section 13-106 of Title 11 of the Oklahoma Statutes.

5. That the City Council hereby further directs the City Clerk to publish this Resolution in full, plus attachments, in a daily newspaper of general circulation within the City of The Village in compliance with Section 16-101 of Title 11 of the Oklahoma Statutes.

6. That the City Council hereby authorizes and directs the Mayor to issue an order, by Proclamation, calling for the August 25, 2026 special election, as provided by 11 O.S. § 13-102.

PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, OKLAHOMA, this 11th day of May, 2026, after compliance with the requirements of the Open Meeting Law (Title 25, O.S. § 301, et seq.).

/s/ Braxton Banks BRAXTON BANKS, MAYOR ATTEST:

/s/ Dave Slezickey CITY CLERK

APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY this 11th day of May, 2026. /s/ Jeff Sabin CITY ATTORNEY

EXHIBITS “A-01” – “A-11”, INCLUSIVE

PROPOSING AMENDMENTS TO THE TEXT OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE

TEXT EXHIBIT “A-01”

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE II, SECTION 6

Shall Article II, Section 6 of the Charter of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, be amended to read as follows, with deleted wording stricken-through and added wording underlined:

Sec. 6. Councilmen: Compensation.

Each councilman shall be paid a salary of twenty-five dollars ($25.00) one hundred dollars ($100.00) per month. Commencing January 1, 2031 and quinquennially thereafter, such salaries shall be adjusted commensurate with the average annual increase in the most local consumer price index for all urban consumers (CPI-U) published by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, over the immediately preceding five-year period, as certified by the City Manager.

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TEXT EXHIBIT “A-02”

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO

THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE II, SECTION 10

Shall Article II, Section 10 of the Charter of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, be amended to read as follows, with deleted wording stricken-through and added wording underlined:

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Sec. 10. Council: Induction into office, meetings. The terms of office of councilmen shall begin at 7:30 p.m. on the first Monday at the posted start time of the first regularly scheduled City Council meeting in May following their election. The council shall hold a meeting aAt that time, and those whose terms are beginning shall be inducted into office. If a councilman-elect fails to qualify within one (1) month thereafter, his office shall become vacant, and the council shall fill the vacancy. The council shall hold at least one (1) regular meetings every month at such times as it may prescribe by ordinance or otherwise. The mayor or any three (3) councilmen may call special meetings. All meetings of the council shall be open to the public, and the journal of its proceedings shall be open to public inspection.

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TEXT EXHIBIT “A-03”

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE II, SECTION 16

Shall Article II, Section 16 of the Charter of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, be amended to read as follows, with deleted wording stricken-through and added wording underlined: Sec. 16. Ordinances: Passage, when in effect.

Every proposed ordinance shall be read, and require a vote of a majority of all the councilmen shall be required for its passage. The vote on final passage of every ordinance shall be by yeas and nays and shall be entered in the journal. The mayor shall have no power of veto. Within ten (10) days after its passage, eEvery ordinance except an emergency ordinance shall be published in full or by number and title in a newspaper of general circulation within the city and become effective in accordance with state law. Every ordinance except an emergency ordinance, so passed and published, shall become effective thirty (30) days after its final passage and publication unless it specifies a later time provided that an ordinance granting a franchise to a public utility shall not go into effect until it has been published in full in a newspaper of general circulation within the city and has been approved at an election by a vote of a majority of the qualified electors voting on the question

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TEXT EXHIBIT “A-04”

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE II, SECTION 19

Shall Article II, Section 19 of the Charter of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, be amended to read as follows, with deleted wording stricken-through and added wording underlined: Sec. 19. Ordinances: Codification.

The ordinances of the city shall be codified and published in book or pamphlet form at least every ten (10) years unless the council, by uses of a loose-leaf system and process of amendment, keeps the code up to date. Titles, enacting clauses, and emergency sections may be omitted from the code and temporary and special ordinances and parts of ordinances, which are to be repealed by the code, shall be omitted from the code in accordance with the requirements of state law. The ordinances and parts of ordinance included in the code may be revised, rearranged, and reorganized and the code may contain new matter, provisions of the state constitution and law relating to the city and provisions of this charter. A copy of the published code shall be filed in the office of the city clerk after the council adopts the code by ordinance, but the code need not be enrolled in the book of ordinances.

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TEXT EXHIBIT “A-05”

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE III, SECTION 20

Shall Article III, Section 20 of the Charter of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, be amended to read as follows, with deleted wording stricken-through and added wording underlined:

Sec. 20. City manager: Appointment, term, qualifications, removal.

There shall be a city manager. The council shall appoint him for an indefinite term by a vote of a majority of all its members.

It shall choose him solely on the basis of his executive and administrative qualifications. At the time of his appointment, he may not be a resident of the city or state but, during his tenure of office, he shall reside within the city. Neither the mayor nor any other councilman may be appointed city manager or acting city manager during the term for which he shall have been elected nor within two (2) years after the expiration of his term. The council may suspend or remove the city manager at any time by a vote of a majority of all its members.

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TEXT EXHIBIT “A-06”

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE IV, SECTION 28

Shall Article IV, Section 28 of the Charter of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, be amended to read as follows, with deleted wording stricken-through and added wording underlined: Sec. 28. Purchases and sales.

The city manager, subject to any regulations which the council may prescribe, shall contract for and purchase, or issue purchase authorizations for, all supplies, materials and equipment for the offices, departments, and agencies of the city government. Every such contract or purchase exceeding an amount to be established by ordinance shall require the prior approval of the council. The city manager also may transfer to or between offices, departments, and agencies, or sell surplus or obsolete supplies; materials and equipment, subject to such regulations as the council may prescribe.

Before the purchase of, or contract for, aAny purchase of supplies, materials or equipment, or the sale of any surplus or obsolete supplies, materials or equipment, ample opportunity for competitive bidding, under shall be completed pursuant to applicable federal or state law and any other such regulations, and with such exceptions, as the council may

prescribe, shall be given but the council shall not except a particular contract, purchase, or sale from the requirement of competitive bidding

The council by ordinance may transfer some or all of the power granted to the city manager by this section to an officer appointed by and subordinate to the city manager.

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TEXT EXHIBIT “A-07”

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE IV, SECTION 29

Shall Article IV, Section 29 of the Charter of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, be amended to read as follows, with deleted wording stricken-through and added wording underlined:

Sec. 29. Sale of property of high valued at more than $25,000.00

The sale of any property, real or personal, including public utilities, or of any interest therein, the value of which is more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) three hundred thousand dollars ($300,000.00), shall be made only (1) by authority of an affirmative vote of a majority of the qualified electors of the city who vote on the question of approving or authorizing the sale at an election, or (2) by authority of an special non emergency ordinance. Such ordinance shall be published in full in a newspaper of general circulation within the city within ten (10) days after its passage and shall include a section reading substantially as follows: “Section ______. This ordinance shall be referred to a vote of the electors of the city if a proper referendum petition is properly filed within thirty (30) days after its passage and publication otherwise it shall go into effect thirty (30) days after its passage and publication.”

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TEXT EXHIBIT “A-08”

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE IV, SECTION 30

Shall Article IV, Section 30 of the Charter of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, be amended to read as follows, with deleted wording stricken-through and added wording underlined:

Sec. 30. Public improvements.

Public improvements may be made by the city government itself or by contract. The council shall award all contracts for such improvements provided that the council may authorize the city manager to award such contracts not exceeding an amount to be determined by the council and subject to such regulations as the council may prescribe. Every contract for public improvements of more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) shall be awarded to the lowest and best responsible bidder after such notice and opportunity for competitive bidding pursuant to the provisions of the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974, as amended, or such other applicable federal or state laws, and any other such regulations as the council may prescribe. All bids may be rejected, and further notice and opportunity for competitive bidding may be given. [ ] FOR THE AMENDMENT [ ] AGAINST THE AMENDMENT

TEXT EXHIBIT “A-09”

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE VI, SECTION 35

Shall Article VI, Section 35 of the Charter of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, be amended to read as follows, with deleted wording stricken-through and added wording underlined:

Sec. 35. Overlapping terms of two three years—Elected at large— Nonpartisan elections.

The terms of the councilman from wards 12 elected in 2027 under this charter shall expire at the posted start time of the first regularly scheduled City Council meeting in May 2029. The term of the councilman from ward 2 elected in 2029 shall expire at the posted start time of the first regularly scheduled City Council meeting in May 2032, and at that time every third year thereafter. The terms of the councilmen from wards, 21 and 3 elected in 2027 under this charter, shall expire at 7:30 p.m. on the first Monday the posted start time of the first regularly scheduled City Council meeting in May in every odd-numbered year 2030 and at that time every third year thereafter. The first terms of the councilmen from wards 4 and 5 shall be elected in 1960 2028 under this charter and the terms of the councilmen from wards 4 and 5 shall expire at 7:30 p.m. on the first Monday the posted start time of the first regularly scheduled City Council meeting in May 1962 and at that time 2031 in every even-numbered and at that time every third year thereafter. Each year the successors of those whose terms are expiring shall be elected for overlapping terms of two (2) three (3) years.

All councilmen shall be elected at large, by the qualified electors of the entire city but candidates for councilmen must be qualified electors of their respective wards.

There shall be no primary election, but only a general election, herein called “election”.

The election shall be nonpartisan, and no party designation or emblem shall be placed on the ballots.

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TEXT EXHIBIT “A-10” PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE VI, SECTION 36

Shall Article VI, Section 36 of the Charter of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, be amended to read as follows, with deleted wording stricken-through and added wording underlined: Sec. 36. Election: Filing.

Any qualified person may have his name placed on the ballot for the election as a candidate for councilman from his ward by filing, not more than forty (40) days and at least thirty (30) days prior to the electionwithin the filing period set by applicable state law, with the secretary of the county election board, a sworn statement of his candidacy.

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TEXT EXHIBIT “A-11”

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE VI, SECTION 37

Shall Article VI, Section 37 of the Charter of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, be amended to read as follows, with deleted wording stricken-through and added wording underlined:

Sec. 37. Election: Time, who elected, etc.

An election shall be held on the first Tuesday of April every year to elect councilmen to succeed those whose terms are about to expire. In the event that the first Tuesday of April occurs on an official state holiday, the election shall be held on the next following Tuesday or such other date as prescribed by state law. If only one (1) person is a candidate for an office, he shall be elected ipso facto and his name need not appear on the ballot. Every qualified elector in the city shall be entitled to vote for one (1) candidate for each office to be filled. The candidate receiving more votes than any other candidate for an office shall be elected. In case of a tie, the election shall be determined fairly by lot from among the candidates tying, by the county election board in a public meeting.

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BALLOTS FOR CHARTER AMENDMENT ELECTION

BALLOT EXHIBIT “B-01”

BALLOT TITLE FOR PRPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE II, SECTION 6

SHALL ARTICLE II, SECTION 6 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

Article II, Section 6 of the Charter of the City of The Village provides for monthly compensation for elected members of The Village City Council. The amendment to Article II, Section 6 changes the monthly salary from $25.00 to $100.00, and provides for adjustment of those monthly salaries every five years, beginning in 2031, commensurate with the average annual increase with the most local consumer price index for all urban consumers (CPI-U) published by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, over the immediately preceding five-year period, as certified by the City Manager.

FOR THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – YES ( ) AGAINST THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – NO ( )

BALLOT EXHIBIT “B-02”

BALLOT TITLE FOR PRPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE II, SECTION 10

SHALL ARTICLE II, SECTION 10 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

Article II, Section 10 of the Charter of the City of The Village relates to the time with the terms of newly elected City Council members begin and the schedule of the City Council’s regular meetings. The amendment to Section 10 changes the time and date when newly elected City Council member terms begin from 7:30 PM on the first Monday in May to the posted start time of the first regularly scheduled City Council meeting in May following their election, and removes the requirement that the City Council hold at least one regular meeting per month.

FOR THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – YES ( ) AGAINST THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – NO ( )

BALLOT EXHIBIT “B-03”

BALLOT TITLE FOR PRPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE II, SECTION 16

SHALL ARTICLE II, SECTION 16 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

Article II, Section 16 of the Charter of the City of The Village relates to the requirements to pass an ordinance and when passed ordinance may take effect. The amendment to Section 16 removes the requirement that ordinance be read prior to a City Council vote; revises the requirements to publish a passed ordinance to align with state law, and removes the language providing that non-emergency ordinances shall become effective thirty days following final passage and publication in full except for emergency ordinances and for ordinances granting public utility franchises that require approval at an election by a majority of qualified electors in voting on the question.

FOR THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – YES ( ) AGAINST THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – NO ( )

BALLOT EXHIBIT “B-04”

BALLOT TITLE FOR PRPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE II, SECTION 19

SHALL ARTICLE II, SECTION 19 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

Article II, Section 19 of the Charter of the City of The Village requires codification of ordinances passed by the City Council. The amendment to Section 19 changes the specific requirements for ordinances to be codified in book or pamphlet form at least every ten years unless kept up-to-date through a loose-leaf system with a requirement that ordinances be codified and published in accordance with state law.

FOR THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – YES ( ) AGAINST THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – NO ( )

BALLOT EXHIBIT “B-05”

BALLOT TITLE FOR PRPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE III, SECTION 20

SHALL ARTICLE III, SECTION 20 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

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GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

Article III, Section 20 of the Charter of the City of The Village relates to the existence, appointment, term, qualifications and removal process for the position of City Manager. The amendment to Section 20 removes the requirement that the City Manager reside within the City during their tenure of office.

FOR THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – YES ( ) AGAINST THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – NO ( )

BALLOT EXHIBIT “B-06”

BALLOT TITLE FOR PRPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE IV, SECTION 28

SHALL ARTICLE IV, SECTION 28 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

Article IV, Section 28 of the Charter of the City of The Village relates the authorizations of the City Manager and City Council to purchase supplies, materials, and equipment for the offices, departments, and agencies of city government. The amendment to Section 28 changes the specific requirements for bidding and purchasing such supplies, materials, and equipment to a general requirement for such bidding and purchasing to be accomplished pursuant to applicable state or federal laws and any regulations adopted by the City Council.

FOR THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – YES ( ) AGAINST THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – NO ( )

BALLOT EXHIBIT “B-07”

BALLOT TITLE FOR PRPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE IV, SECTION 29

SHALL ARTICLE IV, SECTION 29 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

Article IV, Section 29 of the Charter of The City of The Village relates to the procedure and authority for selling high-value City property. The amendment to Section 29 increases the value threshold for which a majority of qualified electors or a special non-emergency ordinance authorization are necessary from $25,000.000 to $300,000.00; removes the specific publication requirements for such authorizing ordinances; and removes the reference to such ordinances being subject to referendum petition procedures.

FOR THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – YES ( ) AGAINST THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – NO ( )

BALLOT EXHIBIT “B-08”

BALLOT TITLE FOR PRPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE IV, SECTION 30

SHALL ARTICLE IV, SECTION 30 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

Article IV, Section 30 of the Charter of the City of The Village relates the ability of the city government to make or contract for public improvements. The amendment to Section 30 removes the requirement that all contracts for public improvements over $1,000.00 be procured through public competitive bidding and replaces that requirement with language requiring all contracts for public improvements be procured in compliance with the Public Competitive Bidding Act of 1974, as amended, any other applicable federal or state law, and any other regulations as may be prescribed by the City Council.

FOR THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – YES ( ) AGAINST THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – NO ( )

BALLOT EXHIBIT “B-09”

BALLOT TITLE FOR PRPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE VI, SECTION 35

SHALL ARTICLE VI, SECTION 35 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

(a) the term of the City Council member elected for Ward 2 in 2027 shall expire in 2029, with the term of the Ward 2 City Council member elected in 2029 expiring in 2032, and then every three years thereafter;

(b) the terms of the City Council members elected for Wards 1 and 3 in 2027 shall expire in 2030, and then every three years thereafter; and

(c) the terms of the City Council members elected for Wards 4 and 5 in 2028 shall expire in 2031, and then every three years thereafter.

FOR THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – YES ( ) AGAINST THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – NO ( )

BALLOT EXHIBIT “B-10”

BALLOT TITLE FOR PRPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE VI, SECTION 36

SHALL ARTICLE VI, SECTION 36 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

Article IV, Section 36 of the Charter of the City of The Village relates to the filing requirements for candidates for City Council. The amendment to Section 36 removes the language requiring a filing period that no longer aligns with candidate filing periods set by state statute and replaces it with a reference to the filing period set by state law. FOR THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – YES ( ) AGAINST THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – NO ( )

BALLOT EXHIBIT “B-11”

BALLOT TITLE FOR PRPOSED AMENDMENTS TO CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE, ARTICLE VI, SECTION 37

SHALL ARTICLE VI, SECTION 37 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

Article IV, Section 37 of the Charter of the City of The Village relates to the date of City Council elections. The amendment to Section 37 adds language providing for an alternate election date as provided for in state statute in the event that the first Tuesday in April falls on an official state holiday. In such an event, the alternative election date would be the next following Tuesday.

FOR THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – YES ( )

AGAINST THE CHARTER AMENDMENT – NO ( )

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 17, 2026; Friday, July 24, 2026; Friday, July 31, 2026)

SPECIAL ELECTION

PROCLAMATION AND NOTICE OF ELECTION

By virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of Oklahoma, and the provisions of Resolution Nos. 05-11-2026 (A) and 05-11-2026 (B), duly passed by the City Council of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, on the 11th day of May, 2026, public notice is hereby given that a special election is hereby called, ordered and proclaimed to be held in said City of The Village, Oklahoma, on the 25th day of August, 2026, for the purpose of submitting to the qualified electors residing within the corporate limits of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, the following Propositions, to wit:

PROPOSITION NO. 1

SHALL ARTICLE II, SECTION 6 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

The ballot used at said election shall set out the Proposition as above set forth and shall also contain the words:

□ For the Charter Amendment – YES □ Against the Charter Amendment – NO PROPOSITION NO. 2

SHALL ARTICLE II, SECTION 10 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

The ballot used at said election shall set out the Proposition as above set forth and shall also contain the words:

□ For the Charter Amendment – YES

□ Against the Charter Amendment – NO PROPOSITION NO. 3

SHALL ARTICLE II, SECTION 16 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

The ballot used at said election shall set out the Proposition as above set forth and shall also contain the words:

□ For the Charter Amendment – YES □ Against the Charter Amendment – NO

PROPOSITION NO. 4

SHALL ARTICLE II, SECTION 19 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

The ballot used at said election shall set out the Proposition as above set forth and shall also contain the words:

□ For the Charter Amendment – YES

□ Against the Charter Amendment – NO

PROPOSITION NO. 5

SHALL ARTICLE III, SECTION 20 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

Article III, Section 20 of the Charter of the

The ballot used at said election shall set out the Proposition as above set forth and shall also contain the words:

□ For the Charter Amendment – YES

□ Against the Charter Amendment – NO

PROPOSITION NO. 6

SHALL ARTICLE IV, SECTION 28 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

The ballot used at said election shall set out the Proposition as above set forth and shall also contain the words:

□ For the Charter Amendment – YES

□ Against the Charter Amendment – NO

PROPOSITION NO. 7

SHALL ARTICLE IV, SECTION 29 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

The ballot used at said election shall set out the Proposition as above set forth and shall also contain the words:

□ For the Charter Amendment – YES

□ Against the Charter Amendment – NO

PROPOSITION NO. 8

SHALL ARTICLE IV, SECTION 30 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

CITYOF THE VILLAGE

The ballot used at said election shall set out the Proposition as above set forth and shall also contain the words:

□ For the Charter Amendment – YES

□ Against the Charter Amendment – NO

PROPOSITION NO. 9

SHALL ARTICLE VI, SECTION 35 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED? GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

Article VI, Section 35 of the Charter of the City of The Village relates to the terms of office and qualifications for City Council members, and provides that City Council elections shall be nonpartisan. The amendment to Section 35 changes the term of office for elected City Council members from two years to three years, with a staggered implementation so that the terms of office overlap as follows: (a) the term of the City Council member elected for Ward 2 in 2027 shall expire in 2029, with the term of the Ward 2 City Council member elected in 2029 expiring in 2032, and then every three years thereafter; (b) the terms of the City Council members elected for Wards 1 and 3 in 2027 shall expire in 2030, and then every three years thereafter; and (c) the terms of the City Council members elected for Wards 4 and 5 in 2028 shall expire in 2031, and then every three years thereafter.

The ballot used at said election shall set out the Proposition as above set forth and shall also contain the words:

□ For the Charter Amendment – YES

□ Against the Charter Amendment – NO

PROPOSITION NO. 10

SHALL ARTICLE VI, SECTION 36 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

a reference to the filing period set by state law.

The ballot used at said election shall set out the Proposition as above set forth and shall also contain the words:

□ For the Charter Amendment – YES

□ Against the Charter Amendment – NO PROPOSITION NO. 11

SHALL ARTICLE VI, SECTION 37 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF THE VILLAGE BE AMENDED?

GIST OF THE PROPOSITION

The ballot used at said election shall set out the Proposition as above set forth and shall also contain the words:

□ For the Charter Amendment – YES □ Against the Charter Amendment – NO

That only the registered qualified voters of the City of The Village, Oklahoma, may vote upon the Propositions as above set forth. The polls for said election shall be opened at 7:00 a.m.

/s/ Braxton Banks BRAXTON BANKS, MAYOR ATTEST: (SEAL)

/s/ Dave Slezickey City Clerk

APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY this 11th day of May, 2026. /s/ Jeff Sabin City Attorney LPXLP