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For Bailey Coyle, apprehension gives way to golden impact

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By Bella Iovieno After hundreds of phone calls, stressful planning and sleepless nights, 17-year-old Bailey Coyle finally did it. Twelve years ago, Bailey walked into her first meeting of the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas. She was excited, and a tad nervous. Despite her apprehension, she eventually found her purpose within the organization. She recently received the Girl Scouts Gold Award given to only 4 percent of Girl Scouts in the United States. To earn the honor, individuals must devote a minimum of 100 hours to their community in one year through donations or service projects. In addition, projects must…

Alyssa Dalley-Schofield commits to work that leaves a legacy of helping people

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By Silas Bales Have you ever wished that you could draw well? Or maybe that you had rhythm and could dance? Maybe you wished that you were a good journalist. Having just one of these talents would be nice, but Alyssa Dalley-Schofield has all three. Alyssa works on Westmoore High school’s yearbook and newspaper staff doing multiple jobs, such as writing stories, editing photos, getting quotes and designing pages. “I love being on the staff because it gives me a chance to get out of my shell. I am a very introverted person and this gives me a chance to…

Applications for the 2019 workshop are open!

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Every summer, the Oklaoma Institute for Diversity in Journalism brings top-performing high school students to Gaylord College at OU for several days of intensive, hands-on experiences in broadcast and digital journalism. This year, the workshop is July 13-19, 2019. The program is open to qualified high school students. Students will be selected on a competitive basis and notified on or before May 1. APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 22, 2019 (the earlier your materials are received, the better your chances for acceptance) Apply here!

Sooner Ally helps foster understanding, support

by Kali Miller/Epic Charter School

Once a high school teacher, now an OU graduate assistant, Qwantis Bradley quickly realized times are much different now than they were when she was in school. Through research and trying different teachings, she said she’s taking the Sooner Ally campus training course to help further her understanding of LGBTQ+ issues.

Late OU football player’s legacy lives on in Camp Claphans

by Tristan Breath/Norman North High School

An annual camp named for a former OU football player occurred this week in Norman to give children with special needs a unique outdoor experience. The J.D. McCarty Center’s Camp Claphans aims to provide a fun-filled summer camp adventure for children with developmental disabilities.

Habitat for Humanity ReStores community in Cleveland County

by Jordyn Daniels/Harding Charter Preparatory High School

A row of couches stretches from the front of the entrance toward the back. Home paints are against the wall. Shelves of books, movies and music are behind the cash register. This is no ordinary store. The money earned here feeds back into the community, helping families move into homes of their own.

GrowU program challenges OU players to think of community beyond football

by Anthony Council/Hebron High School

Growing up in Fresno, California, Caleb Kelly had a mentor who showed him football as a path to a safe life. Now at the University of Oklahoma, the junior linebacker has a mentoring program that shows football players paths to being successful men after they leave the game.

Interactive mobile learning center delivers technology to students across state

by Bekah Algaze/Starr’s Mill High School

Middle-schooler Hadyn typed her name into a computer. Hooked up to a laser cutter, the equipment made a whirring sound, and she saw her name materialize into a stone. Hadyn thought it was cool seeing her design come to life. She was at the Norman Public Library Central.

Sooner Theatre young producers to perform “Legally Blonde”

by Donovan England/Carl Albert High School

In theater and the performing arts, there can be a lot of pressure to be great. From on-stage tasks like memorizing lines and executing choreography to backstage tasks like making sure that curtains are drawn at the end of the performance, it can be a lot for even a group of adults.

Meals on Wheels program delivers more than just food

by Violet Parrott/Harding Charter Preparatory High School

She pulls the food out of the bags and double checks that the delivery is right. She walks up to the house to complete the delivery and thinks about how Meals on Wheels is more than just providing meals. Linda Austin has always wanted to help people in need, and one way she has put her passion into play is to volunteer for the nonprofit Meals on Wheels.

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For Bailey Coyle, apprehension gives way to golden impact

Alyssa Dalley-Schofield commits to work that leaves a legacy of helping people

Applications for the 2019 workshop are open!

Sooner Ally helps foster understanding, support

Late OU football player’s legacy lives on in Camp Claphans

Habitat for Humanity ReStores community in Cleveland County

GrowU program challenges OU players to think of community beyond football

Interactive mobile learning center delivers technology to students across state

Sooner Theatre young producers to perform “Legally Blonde”

Meals on Wheels program delivers more than just food