Mid-Del School District

📚✨ This week, a dedicated team of Mid-Del School Counselors, Administrators, and Teachers had the incredible opportunity to attend the K20 Center’s GEAR UP Counselor Academy! We’re committed to continuous learning and collaboration, and this event allowed us to gain valuable insights, tools, and strategies to better support our students' academic and postsecondary success. As we look ahead to the new school year, we’re more equipped and inspired than ever to help our students achieve their goals and reach their full potential! 💙 #mdpurpose #GEARUP #StudentSuccess

This past week, a dedicated team of Mid-Del School Counselors had the opportunity to attend the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education’s Summer Institute! They spent the week gaining valuable knowledge and tools to better support and prepare our students for college and career success. We’re proud of their commitment to continuous learning and advocacy for our students’ futures! #mdpurpose

After completing extensive training this past school year, 2 of our dedicated Mental Health Specialists became TBRI Practitioners opening so many doors to bring resources to our district. Due to this, they were recently able to attend  HALO Program Training for us to use their curriculum in our new Elementary Reset Program we are launching this fall! The HALO curriculum, developed by Cindy Lee founder of HALO project with permissions from the KPICD Institute, is designed to bring hope and healing to children through trauma-informed care. By participating in this training, our specialists are now equipped with powerful tools to better support our students, whether through one-on-one sessions, parent classes, or student-focused groups. We’re proud to invest in programs that help our students thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. 💙 #MidDelCares #MentalHealthMatters #HALOTraining #TBRI #KPICD #mdpurpose

And just like that, we’re wrapping up Week 3 of onboarding! We couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome these amazing new hires to the Mid-Del family! Each one is the perfect match for our schools, and we love to see them proudly show off their #IMatched signs. We’re excited to watch this team dive in and make an impact when the school year kicks off! Stay tuned, this is only the beginning, and we can’t wait to meet even more fresh faces during the onboarding process. #MatchWithMidDel #OneDistrictOneFamily #mdpurpose

We’re searching for our perfect match for the 2025-2026 school year, and it just might be YOU! Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and families? Then swipe right on your future with Mid-Del! We're hiring for a variety of roles, including: 📚 Teachers 🧩 Paraprofessionals 🚌 Bus Drivers 🥗 Child Nutrition Staff 🔧 Maintenance Workers 🖥️ Office Staff …and more! Whether you're leading a classroom, driving a bus, serving meals, or keeping things running behind the scenes, there’s a place for YOU here. 💌 Ready to find your professional match? 👉 Apply now: https://middel.schoolspring.com/ #MatchWithMidDel #MidDelCareers #NowHiring #OneDistrictOneFamily #mdpurpose

Several of our amazing Mid-Del leaders took the stage during the CCOSA Summer Leadership Conference! We’re proud to have our team represent Mid-Del by sharing innovative strategies and powerful ideas to help strengthen education across Oklahoma. Thank you for leading with passion and purpose—your impact reaches far beyond our district! #mdpurpose #CCOSA2025

Congratulations to two of our outstanding Mid-Del leaders! We’re so proud to celebrate Meagan Bryant, who received the Legacy Leader Award in Counseling & Mental Health, and Heather Morris, who was honored with the Legacy Leader Award for McKinney-Vento/Homeless Liaison Services at this year’s CCOSA Summer Conference! Your compassion, dedication, and commitment to supporting students and families make a lasting impact every day. Thank you for being true difference makers in Mid-Del and beyond! #mdpurpose #CCOSA2025

🏀 It’s Game 5, and our Central Office team is LOUD, LOYAL, and ready to THUNDER UP! 💙⚡️#ThunderUp #LoudAndLoyal #mdpurpose

The Board of Education has named Sharlette Samuels as an Elementary Assistant Principal, and she will serve the students and staff at Del City Elementary! Sharlette brings 26 years of experience in public education, including 15 years serving the Mid-Del community as a teacher and counselor at multiple sites. With degrees in Elementary Education and Counseling and certification in Educational Administration, she is deeply rooted in supporting student success. Sharlette and her husband, Roderick (Assistant Principal at DCMS), are proud Mid-Del parents to three graduates and students. We’re honored to have Sharlette step into this leadership role! #mdpurpose

The Board of Education has named Paulette Hunnicutt as the new Elementary Assistant Principal at Parkview Elementary! Currently serving as Instructional Coach and Title I Coordinator at DCMS, Paulette blends her background in corporate sales with a strong educational foundation, including a Master's in Educational Leadership from UCO. With five years in Mid-Del and family roots stretching deep into Carl Albert and MCHS tradition, she brings passion for student growth, academic achievement, and school culture. Welcome to PVES, Paulette—we’re so excited for what’s ahead! #mdpurpose

The Board of Education has named Heath Tejeda as an intern at Midwest City Middle School! Heath began his career in Mid-Del at Jarman Middle School and is now returning with a decade of experience from Putnam City West, where he taught a range of social studies courses and led as department chair. He’s also coached nearly every sport imaginable—from wrestling to volleyball. With his M.Ed. in Educational Leadership from SNU now in hand, Heath is eager to bring his leadership and energy back to Mid-Del. He and his wife Ashley, are proud parents of three boys who keep him busy on the sidelines of soccer fields. Welcome back to Mid-Del, Heath!

The Board of Education has named Lauren McElroy Walls as the new Non-Certified Career Advisor at Mid-Del Technology Center! With over a decade of experience in education and advising, including time in the Career Tech system and Oklahoma State University–OKC, Lauren brings a powerful mix of experience in recruitment, assessment, and student services. A certified early childhood educator, she is driven by a passion to help students of all ages reach their goals in an ever-changing workforce. We’re excited to welcome Lauren to the MDTC team! #CareerReady #mdpurpose #MDTC

🌞 Join us for Mid-Del's Summer Sunrise! 🌞 📅 July 19th | 9 AM–12 PM 📍 Mid-Del Learning Services Center – 4731 Judy Drive in Del City Summer Sunrise is your one-stop shop to connect with Mid-Del staff, grab school resources, and make sure you're ready for the new school year! 📋 Need to finish enrollment? If you haven’t completed Phase I of Enrollment, we encourage you to stop by during Summer Sunrise! 📌 Phase I Details: ✔️ On April 21, families should have received an email with a Snapcode for each student. ✔️ This Snapcode is required to complete the re-enrollment process. ✔️ Phase I lets you verify and update contact info, address, and more. ✔️ Phase I must be completed before you can move on to Phase II (residency verification). ❗ Didn’t receive a Snapcode? No problem! Visit us at Summer Sunrise or contact the Enrollment Center for help. Let’s get enrolled, connected, and excited for the 2025–26 school year!

We were thrilled to partner with the Miss Oklahoma and Miss Oklahoma’s Teen competitions this week, hosted right here at Rose State College! Thanks to Dr. Sam Mullins, CAHS grad and current Associate Veterinarian at Reno Animal Hospital, for connecting us with the Miss Oklahoma Board to help transport the 40 contestants and their chaperones from the Okana Hotel to Rose State each day. Our Mid-Del bus drivers rolled out the royal treatment and have officially earned a crown-worthy round of applause from both the ladies and their teams. 🚌 👑✨ A huge shoutout to our transportation staff, you’ve been praised all week long, and you deserve it! #mdpurpose #MissOklahoma

Our Mid-Del Instructional Facilitators had a fantastic day of learning at the Oklahoma Schools Innovation Summit in Norman! This annual conference brings together educators, school leaders, and advocates from across the state to explore forward-thinking strategies and address the evolving needs of public education in Oklahoma. We’re proud to have our team representing Mid-Del as we continue to seek innovative ways to support student success! #mdpurpose #OKSummit2025

Today was Day 1 of onboarding, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome our first round of new hires to the Mid-Del family! These incredible educators and staff members are truly the perfect match for our schools, and we loved seeing them show off their #IMatched signs. We can’t wait to see this team hit the ground running when the new school year begins! Stay tuned, we’re just getting started, and we look forward to meeting even more new faces during the onboarding process. #MatchWithMidDel #OneDistrictOneFamily #mdpurpose

🍎☀️ We are proud to provide FREE summer meals for all children ages 1–18! Whether you're fueling up for a day of fun or just need a nutritious bite, we've got you covered. 📍 Country Estates Elementary 📅 June 2–19, 2025 (Mon–Thurs) 🍽️ Breakfast: 8:30–9:30 AM 🍽️ Lunch: 11:15 AM–12:15 PM 📍 Del City High School 📅 May 27–June 5, 2025 (Mon–Fri) 🍽️ Breakfast: 8:00–8:30 AM 🍽️ Lunch: 12:00–1:00 PM No registration required. Just show up and enjoy! #OneDistrictOneFamily #SummerMeals

It may be summer break, but learning never takes a vacation for our amazing Mid-Del educators! This week, several of our dedicated staff members attended the PLC at Work® Institute to strengthen their professional learning communities and discover new strategies to help every student succeed. Their passion for growth and collaboration is what keeps our classrooms thriving all year long. We’re proud of their commitment to learning for themselves and their students. #mdpurpose #PLCAtWork #OneDistrictOneFamily

The Board of Education named Jacques Washington as the new Midwest City High School Athletic Director and Head Football Coach. Jacques is a proven leader with 11 seasons of coaching experience, Coach Washington brings an impressive track record of success both on and off the field. He most recently served as the defensive coordinator for Owasso High School, where he helped lead the Rams to a 12-1 season and a 2024 state runner-up finish. In addition to his success at Owasso, Coach Washington has held coaching positions at Iowa State University, UCLA, Western Illinois University, Northeastern State University, Broken Arrow High School, and Owasso High School. Throughout his high school coaching career, he has helped teams win one state championship and finish as state runner-up twice. His leadership has also contributed to the development of six Division I defensive backs and two NFL draft picks. A 2009 graduate of Owasso High School, Washington continued his academic and athletic career at Iowa State University, where he was a three-year letter winner, earned All-Big 12 honors, and graduated with a degree in Supply Chain Management. He also played professionally in the Canadian Football League. Coach Washington and his wife Quin, along with their daughters Mila and Jovi, are excited to join the Bomber family and become part of a tradition-rich program known for excellence in athletics and academics. Jacques is taking on the role previously held by Darrell Hall, who was recently appointed as the District's new Assistant Director of Transportation. #mdpurpose #BomberMagic

The Board of Education named Mrs. Suzanna Bennett-Asfaw as the Director of Student Accounting during this morning's meeting. She has proudly served the Mid-Del Public School District since the 2012–2013 school year, beginning her career as a 4th-grade teacher and has spent a total of eight years in the classroom, including her final years as a 5th-grade teacher at Epperly Heights Elementary. During her teaching tenure, she earned her Master’s degree in Education in May 2020. Suzanna transitioned into school leadership in the 2020–2021 school year as the Assistant Principal at Tinker Elementary, followed by a year as Assistant Principal at Midwest City Elementary. In 2022, she returned to Tinker Elementary as Head Principal, where she has proudly served for the past three years. Her time at Tinker was filled with memorable experiences, working alongside exceptional teachers, staff, students, and families. She will always hold a special place in her heart for her Patriot Stars. Suzanna is honored for this opportunity to take on a new role as Director of Student Accounting. She looks forward to supporting the district in this capacity and is excited to collaborate with a dedicated and talented team. As a long-standing and proud member of the Mid-Del family, she is committed to continuing her service to the students and community with passion and purpose. Suzanna is stepping into the role once held by Carrie Newnam, who is retiring after years of dedicated service to Mid-Del Schools. #mdpurpose