Oklahoman
A state official who lost his vote over Epic Charter Schools because of a perceived conflict of interest is on the brink of having his recusal overturned.
Mathew Hamrick sued the Oklahoma Statewide Virtual Charter School Board and the board’s executive director on April 13 to regain voting power on Epic-related matters.
He and board member Phyllis Shepherd were disqualified Dec. 8 from all discussions and votes on Epic because of ties to Epic co-founder David Chaney.
Hamrick could regain his ability to vote on Epic if he agrees to drop the lawsuit.
The three board members who aren’t recused decided Monday to rescind Hamrick’s disqualification if he dismisses the case with prejudice, meaning he could never re-file it again.
A committee tasked with nominating the interim Ward 2 Norman City Councilmember has chosen the OU Carl Albert Centerâs director of National Education for Womenâs Leadership and Civic Engagement to be approved in the May 11 city council meeting.
The committee, which consisted of Britton Perry â former Ward 2 councilor David Perryâs son â Richard Stawicki and Aleisha Karjala, according to an article by the Norman Transcript, chose Lauren Schueler based on her âready answers, broad experience and determination.â Â
Originally there were ten candidates vying for the position after Ward 2 councilor Matt McGarry stepped down a month after his election to accept a job offer at an Ivy League institution. Following this instance, the committee formed to find a new councilmember. Â
5 THINGS TO KNOW: What is Children s Mental Health Awareness Day and why is it important? Derrick James
May 5, 2021
The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse explains what is Children s Mental Health Awareness Day and how to find resources for children experiencing mental health.
1. What is Children s Mental Health Awareness Day?Â
National Childrenâs Mental Health Awareness Day, held this year on May 7, raises awareness regarding the importance of mental wellness for children and young people. The plain truth is that for our citizens, our communities and state to prosper, we must have healthy brains; and, that process for ensuring brain health begins early in life, when our brains are developing.Â
Oklahoma Children s Mental Health Awareness Day is May 7
Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day, held May 7, raises awareness regarding the importance of mental wellness for children and young people. For citizens, our communities and state to prosper, we must have healthy brains; and, that process for ensuring brain health begins early in life, when our brains are developing.
Emotional and mental health is important because it’s a vital part of life and impacts thoughts, behaviors and emotions. Being emotionally healthy can promote productivity and effectiveness in activities such as work, school or caregiving.
Apr 25, 2021
The City of Norman received 10 applications for the interim Ward 2 seat, which has been vacant twice in one year.
At least two candidates applied for the second time, and two were candidates who vied for the seat during the February special election. The application window closed Friday.
The seat became vacant after the death of newly-elected David Perry in August 2020, and the resignation of Matt McGarry this March.
A committee will review the applications and make a nomination to the council. The nomination will be subject to council approval.
The committee includes former Ward 2 Councilors Joe Carter, Aleisha Karjala and Richard Stawicki, Britton Perry â son of former Ward 2 Councilor David Perry â and non-voting member Ward 4 Councilor Lee Hall.