Mid-Del School District

The Board of Education named Ms. Shakari Dotson as Assistant Principal for Midwest City Middle School for the 2024-2025 school year during the Special Board of Education meeting today. Shakari was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She pursued an undergraduate education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Shakari received her Master’s in Educational Administration Curriculum and Supervision from the University of Oklahoma. Her education journey began with Teach for America, leading her to Oklahoma City, where she started her teaching career at Millwood Middle School, teaching 7th-grade math. Over the past seven years, Shakari has taught science, honors math, and Algebra 1. In addition to teaching, she has been actively involved in enhancing students’ schooling through programs such as Girl Scouts and robotics and coordinating a high-impact in-school tutoring program— Ignite, to make a significant impact within the school community. Shakari enjoys spending quality time with my family outside of school, exploring her love for baking and the great outdoors. She has been happily married to her husband, Gabriel, for four years, and they share a 13-month-old son, Joel. Shakari is thrilled about the opportunity to serve the staff, students, and the community at Midwest City Middle School, and she is eager to contribute to the school's continued success. Please help us welcome Ms. Dotson!

The Board of Education named Mr. Tyler McIntosh as Assistant Principal for Midwest City High School for the 2024-2025 school year during the Special Board of Education meeting today. Tyler is a graduate of Mid-America Christian University and the University of Central Oklahoma. He has served in Mid-Del for seven years, four as an assistant principal at MCMS and one as an AP at CAMS. He taught Oklahoma History and was the head soccer coach for two years at MCHS. Before Mid-Del, he taught and coached at Muskogee High School. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three wonderful daughters, playing soccer, and hanging out with friends. Ultimately, he is excited to return to MCHS and work hard to help our students grow. Please help us congratulate Mr. McIntosh!

The Board of Education named Ms. Chara Patterson as the Head Principal for Midwest City High School for the 2024-2025 school year during the Special Board of Education meeting today. Chara Patterson, a native of Midwest City, found her passion for learning and serving others through the dedication of her teachers at Steed Elementary and Carl Albert. Their influence inspired her to dream big and taught her that her possibilities were limitless. With over 13 years of experience in education, she has served students in grades 5-12 as a classroom teacher, coach, and assistant principal within Oklahoma City Public Schools. Mrs. Patterson is thrilled to return to her roots and serve the students and families of Midwest City High School. Outside of her professional life, Chara cherishes her role as a wife and proud mother of three beautiful children. She finds joy and fulfillment in family time and makes lasting memories together. Patterson fills the role vacated by Ms. Berger who now is serving the District as the Homeless Liaison Administrator. Please help us welcome Ms. Patterson!

The Board of Education named Mrs. Tara Williams as the District’s Finance Coordinator during the Special Board of Education meeting today. Tara Williams is a product of Mid-Del Public Schools; she graduated from Carl Albert High School in 2004. She earned her Bachelor's in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting and Ethics from Mid-America University. Tara has worked for Mid-Del for 14 years and currently serves as the Payroll Coordinator. Tara is married to Kyle Williams, who is also a Mid-Del graduate and is a Captain for the Midwest City Fire Department. She has two children, Cash and Grey Williams. Please help us congratulate Mrs. Williams!

Calling All Future Kindergarteners! We're so excited about the upcoming school year and can't wait to welcome our newest learners! If you have a child who will be starting Kindergarten, now is the perfect time to enroll. Give your child a head start with a fantastic education in a supportive and nurturing environment. Our dedicated teachers are ready to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning. Join the Mid-Del Schools family and make the 2024-2025 school year unforgettable for your little one! Enroll today and let the adventure begin! For more information and to enroll, visit: https: https://www.mid-del.net/page/enrollment #mdpurpose #KindergartenEnrollment #EnrollToday

We invite you to join us for the District's Summer Sunrise Enrollment event on Saturday, July 20 from 9am-12pm. This is an opportunity for you and your family to meet the Mid-Del staff, get resources to help transition to a new school/district, and get enrollment help if you still need to complete new and returning student enrollment! #mdpurpose Register HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf85PKioKexhfzW9LEbmwjP4J-IKF5iP2HP6R1nQXnUrdmbkg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Thank you to the Mid-Del Public Schools Foundation for supporting our schools! The Mid-Del Public Schools Foundation is partnering with Blu School Supplies to purchase a clear backpack for the 2024-2025 school year for $10. All 6th-12th grade students will be required to have a clear backpack this school year. * To guarantee your backpack will arrive before school starts, please order by Friday, July 5, 2024. Use the following link to make a purchase or to donate backpacks to a school. https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MjEwMjQ3

2024-2025 Clear Backpack Requirement for Grades 6-12 In an effort to improve the safety measures currently in place, Mid-Del Public Schools will require all students in grades 6-12 to carry clear backpacks. Additionally, the maximum size for non-transparent bags that students are permitted to carry during the school day will be 5.5 inches x 8.5 inches.

Several of our school counselors from across the district attended the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education’s Student Preparation Summer Institute. We are grateful for this opportunity for our Mid-Del team! #mdpurpose #schoolcounselors

The Board of Education named Mr. Preston Tatum as the District's Director of Accounting during tonight's Board of Education meeting. Preston is a graduate from Southern Nazarene University with a major in Business Administration. After 17 years as an accountant and account manager in the private sector, he joined Mid-Del Schools as our Finance Coordinator 4 years ago. Outside of work he likes to spend his time with family and friends or fishing and hunting. Please help us congratulate Mr. Tatum. . #mdpurpose

The Board of Education named Mrs. Leslie Berger as the District's Homeless Liaison Administrator during tonight's Board of Education meeting. Berger has served 26 years in education at Mid-Del Public Schools. She worked as a teacher for 10 years at Del City High School, an assistant principal for 12 years at Del City High School, Kerr Middle School, and Midwest City High School, and she has spent the last 4 years as the head principal at Midwest City High School. She received her Bachelor's Degree in History and her Masters Degree in Secondary Administration from the University of Central Oklahoma. She is married to Loyd Berger and has one daughter Addison. Please help us congratulate Mrs. Berger. #mdpurpose

Thank you, KOCO Channel 5, for highlighting our new classroom safety locks. Watch the story tonight at 5pm. These enhancements are thanks to the strong support for our Mid-Del Bond election last October. #mdpurpose #SchoolSafety #oklaed

We are in the process of installing our new safety locks for our classroom doors for the 2024-2025 school year. These enhancements were made possible by the overwhelming support from our community through the recent school bond election. Thanks to our dedicated voters, we can invest in critical safety improvements to help improve our learning environment for our students and staff. Your commitment to our schools is making a real difference! Together, we are building a safer and stronger school community. Thank you for your continued support! #mdpurpose #SchoolSafety #CommunitySupport #ThankYouVoters 📸 Credits: Brianna Smith, Social Media Content Intern

PAC Remodel Update As we prepare for the remodel of our Performing Arts Center (PAC), we have an exciting opportunity for you! We are offering seating from the Carl Albert High School PAC for purchase as we get ready to install new seating in our PACs. Thanks to the overwhelming support from our community in the recent school bond election, all three of our high schools will receive new PAC seating. We currently have 1,271 seats available at just $25 per chair. These seats are ready for purchase and pick-up. For more information or to make a purchase, please contact Diana Williams at dwilliams@mid-del.net. #mdpurpose #PACRemodel 📸 Credits: Brianna Smith, Social Media Content Intern

We are committed to serving our families. Our office hours for the summer are as follows: 🕘 Monday - Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM 🕘 Thursday: 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM 🕘 Friday: Closed We’re here to assist you with any questions or needs you may have. Please feel free to reach out or visit us during these times. We look forward to continuing to support our community throughout the summer! You can reach our offices by calling (405) 737-4461. #mdpurpose #SummerHours

Our district leadership team met today to continue working on our Strategic Plan for the upcoming school year. Exciting times ahead as we focus on enhancing our students' learning experiences and success! #mdpurpose #StrategicPlanning #Leadership #OSSBA

Welcome to the Mid-Del Schools Family! We are thrilled to welcome new team members to the Mid-Del Schools family! Each one of you brings unique talents, skills, and passion that will help us continue to provide support to our students. 📸 Check out the photos of our amazing new hires! Let's show them how excited we are to have them on board. #mdpurpose #OneDistrictOneFamily #WelcomeNewHires #MidDelSchools #oklaed

Today, our Summer Social Media Content Interns started their first day of their internship! Please join us in welcoming Brianna Smith and Sa'Riah Wilmont, two talented Midwest City High School students, to our team. They will be working with our District Communications office, as well as assisting with athletics and fine arts. We're thrilled to see the amazing work they'll be doing this summer. Stay tuned for updates! #mdpurpose #StudentInternship #Communications #oklaed

Congratulations to the talented students selected for the 2024-2025 Mid-Del Schools Honors Jazz Band! We're incredibly proud of these outstanding musicians for their hard work, dedication, and passion for music. Please join us in congratulating them on this fantastic achievement! Let's give a big round of applause to our 2024-2025 Honors Jazz Band members! #mdpurpose #finearts

Join Our Team and Make a Difference! Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of students and their families? We're hiring dedicated individuals to join our team in various roles, including: Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Bus Drivers, Child Nutrition Staff, Maintenance Workers, Office Staff, and more! We believe in creating a supportive and enriching environment for both our students and staff. If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, we want to hear from you! How to Apply: Visit our website at www.mid-del.net to view current job openings and apply online. Contact Us: For more information, contact our Human Resources Office at 405-737-4461. Come join our team and help us build a brighter future for our community! #mdpurpose #JoinOurTeam #EducationJobs #MakeADifference