Kelley Prepares For Big Changes
Caitlyn Benedict
May 16, 2011
As the school year comes to a close, changes for next year dwell just around the corner. From academics to athletics, Kelley is in store for quite the shake up. “We will have two new English teachers, a new journalism teacher, a new social studies teacher, a new learning styles coordinator, a part... Read more »
Improving the Field of Technology
Christopher James Ross Ornelas
May 13, 2011
From a young age Chris Fields knew fixing and improving computers was his calling. Nearly before the computer existed, Fields was taking them apart, putting them back together, and running diagnostics in his sleep. But despite Fields’ vast and far reaching achievements, many students are unaware... Read more »
Alumnae Go International: Kat Hartley, Japan
Claire Shelton
May 13, 2011
Bishop Kelley 2006 grad Kat Hartley is now in Japan teaching English and promoting grassroots internationalization. “I’ve been teaching mostly at elementary schools and preschools, but I also teach an English conversation class at night so my students range from age 3 to late 60’s,” Hartley said. Thankfully,... Read more »
Alumnae Go International: Sandra Ruiz, Ecuador
Claire Shelton
May 13, 2011
Sandra Ruiz, class of 2007, traveled to Quito, Ecuador for two weeks following experiences in Costa Rica, Panama, and Spain. “During the weekday mornings, I would volunteer in the physical therapy clinic,” Ruiz said. “I had a private Spanish lesson for two hours during the afternoons, and I had... Read more »
Alumnae Go International: Maria Copp, France & Africa
Claire Shelton
May 13, 2011
Maria Copp, 2006 Kelley grad and sister of sophomore Emma Copp and senior Joey Copp, has taken advantage of the study abroad opportunities at the University of Tulsa. “I love study abroad. I spent the spring of 2010 in Nantes, France, which is two hours from Paris by train, [and now] I’m studying... Read more »
Sarah’s Suggestions: Best of Tulsa
Sarah Hashemi
May 13, 2011
Best Mexican: El Rio Verde 38 North Trenton Avenue, Tulsa El Rio Verde is a Mexican food lover’s heaven. It’s a quiet little restaurant packed with a full menu of authentic greatness. El Rio Verde is known for its Wet Burrito ($5.50), a huge burrito made to your choice of meat, beans, lettuce, rice,... Read more »
Summer Schoolwork Put Into Question
May 13, 2011
By Rachel Wellendorf With summer finally arriving, all students can think about is swimming, going to Josh’s Sno Shack, and, of course, doing summer reading and math packets. At the least, summer homework will be a concern the week before school starts. Most students complain about the work over the... Read more »
Speech and Debate Take State
Rachel Wellendorf
May 13, 2011
“Practice, practice, practice” is what Mrs. Erin Clark, Speech and Debate coach, says is the key to coaching a successful team. The Speech and Debate team captured the title of state champions for the first time since 2004 at The University of Oklahoma on Saturday April 16. “We lost by three points... Read more »
“Cache” Marks the Spot
Rebekah Abrams
May 13, 2011
Like pirates and explorers in search of treasure, geocachers participate in a world-wide hunt for hidden containers called geocaches using GPS (Global Positioning System) devices. There are 1,377,571 geocaches currently active, but this number grows every day. They are often cleverly camouflaged and... Read more »
Summer Ideas
Becca Ronketty
May 13, 2011
Get ready to pack your bags and fill up your tank ‘cause were going on a road trip. Throughout Oklahoma there are hidden adventures waiting to be found. From beautiful state parks to food festivals, there are hundreds of places to visit this summer. You will have no longer have an excuse to be bored. All... Read more »