UPCOMING EVENTS CALENDAR (Events are subject to change. Consult okcchamber.com/events for the most recent updates.) SEPTEMBER 25 State of the Region 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum 1700 NE 63rd St. OKCChamber.com/Region OCTOBER 16 Chamber Forum 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Petroleum Club 100 N Broadway, 34th Floor OKCChamber.com/ OctoberForum NOVEMBER 14 State of the Economy 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. National Cowboy & Western OKCChamber.com/Economy NOVEMBER 20 Chamber Forum 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Petroleum Club 100 N Broadway, 34th Floor OKCChamber.com/ NovemberForum DECEMBER 18 Annual Meeting 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum 1700 NE 63rd St. OKCChamber.com/Annual Heritage Museum 1700 NE 63rd St.
Devon Energy and Mark Twain Elementary recently celebrated 20 years of collaboration with the dedication of a new Oklahoma City Thunder community court. The partnership, which began in 2004 when Devon adopted the school, has evolved from employee-led tutoring to a variety of educational initiatives. Over the years, the partnership has grown to offer teacher grants, STEM camp scholarships and family STEM nights, enhancing students’ learning experiences and fostering greater community involvement. In 2019, Devon introduced the state’s first Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation STEM Center at Mark Twain Elementary and collaborated with Engage Learning to host Family STEM Nights, where students and their families worked together on interactive STEM activities. “Progress happens when the community comes together,” said Tana Cashion, Executive VP of Human Resources & Administration at Devon Energy. “We’re grateful for all our partners, including Engage Learning, Sunbeam, Oklahoma City Public Schools, the Oklahoma City Public Schools Foundation and the Thunder, for making this incredible impact on the lives of students and families.” In 2023, Mark Twain students completed over 14,000 hours of STEM programming, which helped the school achieve the highest grade in the Oklahoma City Public Schools district, as recognized by the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Dr. Jamie Polk, Superintendent of Oklahoma City Public Schools, expressed her appreciation for Devon’s support. “The longstanding partnership between Devon and Mark Twain Elementary goes beyond what words can fully express. It is a model of how community support and collaboration can enhance educational outcomes. The impact on our students’ academic success and personal growth has been inspiring, and OKCPS is grateful to both Devon Energy and the OKC Thunder for their continued investment in our students’ futures.” To honor the 20-year milestone, Devon donated a brand-new Thunder community court to the school. Following the court’s dedication, students participated in Devon SportsLab, featuring STEM-based basketball drills led by Thunder Youth Basketball coaches. “We’re thrilled to dedicate a community court at Mark Twain Elementary where students can grow both physically and academically,” said Erin Oldfield, Director of Community Engagement for the Thunder. “The Thunder believes in the power of sports to transform lives, and with the integration of STEM education, students can learn valuable skills while having fun on the court.” This new addition brings the total number of Thunder community courts to 31 across the state, with Mark Twain’s court being the fourth resulting from a Devon-Thunder collaboration. Devon Energy and Mark Twain Elementary Mark 20 Years of Educational Partnership With Thunder Court Dedication
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