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July 21, 2025
August 5, 2024
BOARD MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
BOARD ACTIONS
The Board approved the following agenda items:
Recommendation of employment of new personnel and
reassignments
Motion regarding renewal of employment for support personnel
For a full list of Board meeting items and attachments, please view the full agenda on our website.
BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
STEVE BURGER thanked the administrative team for their hard work on policy changes with the approaching school year. He was also very impressed with the Centennial Center after touring last week. He reiterated that construction was made possible through bond votes that were passed years ago.
JUDY MULLEN HOPPER encouraged site principals to ensure that staff is aware of changes to eligibility for Oklahoma’s Promise. She also acknowledged the rollout of Putnam City Virtual.
COLLETTE SHEPARD-MCINTIRE welcomed everyone back and hoped everyone had a good summer.
CHARITY AVERY welcomed principals back to work and praised the summer events happening around the District.
Meeting Date: Monday, July 21, 2025, 5pm
Location: PC Administration Building
In Attendance: Board Members: President Steve Burger, Judy Mullen Hopper, Charity Avery, and Collette Shepard-McIntire; Superintendent Dr. Fred Rhodes, Deputy Board Clerk Chantil Baldwin
Next meeting: Monday, August 4, 2025, 5pm
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Summer may still be in full swing, but the first day of school is quickly approaching. Students return to class on August 13th, and we are excited to welcome everyone back for another great year of learning and growth. If you are getting a head start on school shopping, elementary supply lists are now available on our website.
As we prepare for a new year, we also take time to recognize the accomplishments of our graduates. Two remarkable Putnam City alumni, Bob Blackburn and Brian Dougherty, have co-authored a new book titled Parks of Oklahoma City: A History, which tells the story of how public parks have shaped the growth and spirit of our city.
Bob Blackburn is a graduate of Putnam City High School and a member of the Putnam City Schools Foundation Wall of Fame. He is one of Oklahoma’s most respected historians and served as Executive Director of the Oklahoma Historical Society for nearly three decades. His work has helped preserve and share the stories of Oklahoma’s past.
Brian Dougherty is a graduate of Putnam City West and a nationally recognized expert in landscape architecture and urban park development. He served as Director of the Parks and Public Spaces Initiative and the Margaret Annis Boys Trust for the Oklahoma City Community Foundation for 24 years.
Their book will be featured soon on OETA’s Oklahoma Gardening, and we are planning a book signing event this fall at the Centennial Center. We are proud to celebrate their achievements and the continued impact of our graduates on the community and beyond.
We continue to be inspired by the stories of our students and graduates and look forward to the many new ones that will begin on August 13th.
-Dr. Fred Rhodes
DISTRICT DATES & EVENTS
August 13 - First Day of School!
HAPPENING AROUND PC
Summer Break: Paused
With support from our IT team, Putnam City teachers spent a day sharpening their tech skills! They explored how Canva can be used in the classroom to help students share ideas, build projects, and practice real-world design. It’s one more way we’re preparing students to Go Boldly, both in school and beyond.
PC Proud
FCCLA National Leadership Conference
Putnam City High and Putnam City North students earned national recognition at the FCCLA National Leadership Conference in Orlando, Florida. Between events, students also had the chance to explore the city and visit Disney!
National Honors:
Camila Bielma Ortiz, PCH – 2nd in the Nation, Hospitality Services Challenge Test (Level 3)
Camila Bielma Ortiz, PCH – Silver, Hospitality, Tourism & Recreation Project (Level 3)
Lilyana Nevarez, PCH – Silver, Fashion Construction (Level 2)
Audree Elder, PCN – Top 10 in Fashion Construction (Level 3)
Audree Elder & Faith Petties, PCN – Modeled in the National Fashion Show
INFORMATION & REMINDERS
Back-To-School Prep
Elementary school supply lists are now available on our website! Click the image for more information.
Family School Year Calendar
Registration Deadline: July 31, 2025
Putnam City Families,
Registration for current PC students is open for the 2025-2026 school year!
To receive a class schedule or to be placed in a class, all returning students must complete registration by July 31, 2025.
Steps to Complete Registration:
Complete your registration using the link sent to your email.
NEW! Provide Proof of Residency – Upload a current utility bill (water, gas, or electric) with your name and address. You can submit a screenshot, scanned copy, PDF, or photo of your bill.
If you have any questions, please contact the Putnam City Enrollment Office.
Summer Learning Activities and Resources
Check out these summer learning activities and resources!
From elementary to middle school, here are some fun activities and resources to keep the brains in gear between splashes in the pool and fun on the playground.
Download the Putnam City Schools App!
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