All-Stars shine light on inspiring teachers

Compiled by Annabella Potts Student Intern

We asked members of our All Star Scholarship and Leadership teams from the Class of 2023 graduation tabloid to describe the most inspiring teacher in their educational career.

The following are their responses:

BISHOP MCGUINNESS

Julia Anderson-Holt, Pre-AP Chemistry, AP Chemistry

“If pure hard work and determination was represented by a single individual, it would be Julia Anderson. My chemistry teacher embodies what consistency and strive should be. In her own terms, she is like a catalyst the way she encourages work productivity in the classroom.”

-Wilson Eseme III

“Mrs. Anderson inspired me after I failed my first AP Chemistry test. As an A-plus student, I hadn’t experienced failure like this. I was scared and frustrated, but Mrs. Anderson knew I’d be okay. She encouraged me through that rough academic spot and emails when impacted by my current accomplishments!” -Blayne Schwarz

Jocelyn Perez, Pre-AP Biology, AP, Biology, AP Environmental Science

“I have been taught by Mrs. Perez for three years now and over time her kindness, patience and love of science has shaped me into the student I am today.”

Westminster Middle School

-Caroline Kivett

Ryan Stringer, Leadership, Weight Training

“When talking about a leader who is able to shine their light through other people’s darkness is a way to describe this educator. He is a mentor that impacts many young lives, especially mine. He left a mark in my education, and developed the leader I am today.”

“Mr. Vernon was my best and most intimidating teacher. He compelled us to consider different perspectives and pushed us out of our comfort zones. His politically-focused classes influenced my present opinions and actions, and will likely continue to do so for life.”

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-Encho

-Sabrina Guzman

Brett Young, Competitive and Fundamentals of Speech

“Mr. Young inspired me to dive into Speech and Debate and has deviated an incalculable amount of time towards directing plays and musicals as well as leading the Speech and Debate team. He helped me grow not only as a performer but as a person.”

-Price Collier

Kathy Judge, English Literature

Michele Ericson, All subjectsTimber Creek Elementary School

“Ms. Judge has taught a high level of writing and analysis into literature while making it enjoyable.”

-Jack Dolan

Nicky Goff, AP Physics, AP Calculus

“Mr. Goff continually brings out the best in his students while making complicated subjects more engaging. Last year, all of his calculus students passed the AP exam. His teaching inspires his students to become teachers themselves. Next year, three of his former students will be teaching at Bishop McGuinness.”

-Curt Schwager

Bob Vernon, U.S. History,

“Mrs. Ericson was my 5th grade teacher and she was unlike any of my previous ones. She treated us like young teenagers and taught us the importance of organization. I learned how to be attentive to work, no matter how small, and also how to be responsible for my tasks and my time. She would also always take time to tell us stories and she found a way to connect with each of her students. I feel like she prepared me socially and academically for the rest of my education.”

-Kate Schomas

CASADY SCHOOL

Phyllis Seitter, Art

“Mrs. Seitter has not only been a great art teacher, but a wonderful life mentor to me. She has supported and encouraged me to explore art more deeply–and in doing so, made me into the artist and person I am today.”

-Olivia Wang

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(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, June 30, 2023; Friday, July 7, 2023)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA No: PB-2023-736

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE) OF CHARLES LEE ROGERS,) Deceased )

NOTICE OF HEARING PETITION FOR PROBATE OF WILL, APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE, DETERMINATION OF HEIRS, DEVISEES, AND LEGATEES AND ISSUANCE OF LETTERS TESTAMENTARY

NOTICE is hereby given to all persons interested in the Estate of Charles Lee Rogers, Deceased, that on the 16 day of June, 2023, Tracy Tucker produced in the District Court of Oklahoma County, Oklahoma an instrument in writing purporting to be the Last Will and Testament of Charles Lee Rogers, Deceased, and also filed in said Court his Petition, together with a copy of said Will, praying that the Will be admitted to probate, that Tracy Tucker be appointed Personal Representative named in the Will, that the heirs, devisees and legatees of said decedent be determined by the Court, and that Letters Testamentary be issued to Tracy Tucker.

Pursuant to an Order of this Court made on the 16 day of June, 2023, notice is hereby given that on the 17 day of July, 2023, at 1:30 o’clock p.m. the Petition will be heard at the Oklahoma County District Courthouse, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, when and where all persons interested may appear and contest the same.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this 16 day of June, 2023.

THOMAS C. RIESEN

JUDGE OF THE DISTRICT COURT

RICK WARREN, Court Clerk (SEAL) By: /s/Teresa Becker Deputy

/s/Phillip H. Willits OBA#9709

EDMOND LAW CENTER PLLC

1900 S. Broadway, Suite B Edmond, OK

Petitioner,) and ) Sena Ruth Kukkamudi,) Respondent.)

NOTICE BY PUBLICATION THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA TO THE ABOVE NAMED

Respondent: Sena Ruth Kukkamudi

GREETINGS: You will take notice that you have been sued in the above names Court by the above petitioner, for a Dissolution of Marriage on the grounds of incompatibility and that unless you answer the petition filed by the petitioner in said Court on or before the 2 day of August, 2023, said Petition will be taken as true and judgement granting to the petitioner a Dissolution of Marriage, annulling, canceling, setting aside and holding for naught the marriage contract with you and for other relief and orders rendered according to the prayer thereof.

WITNESS my hand and the seal of said Court this 15 day of June, 2023.

/s/ Kishore Kukkamudi Notary: /s/Jovanna Combs (SEAL) My commission expires: 10/17/2026

Commission Number: 22013997

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 7, 2023; Friday, July 14, 2023; Friday, July 21, 2023)

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF OKLAHOMA COUNTY STATE OF OKLAHOMA Case No. FD-2023-1688

In the Matter Of The Marriage Of: ) Anthony O. Sam-David, ) Petitioner, ) -and- ) Nyeba Lasha Sterns, ) Respondent. )

PETITION FOR DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE

Comes now the Petitioner by and through William O’Brien, attorney at law in support of this petition states as follows:

1.That the parties were married in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, on or about August 30, 2018, and that since that time they have grown incompatible to a degree that warrants the legal termination of their marriage.

2.That the Petitioner has been a legal resident of Oklahoma City in Oklahoma County for the preceding six months that makes this jurisdiction the proper forum for this action in accordance with Oklahoma law, and that despite the Petitioner’s efforts to locate the Respondent’s current whereabouts, and will submit a request to this Court to provide her with legal notice of this proceeding via publication in accordance with Oklahoma law and an affidavit of due diligence that details the unsuccessful efforts he has made to locate her will be submitted as well.

3.That no children have been born of the marriage and that the Petitioner is not now pregnant.

4.That during the marriage the parties have acquired personal property and that they should be awarded the personal property that is currently in their individual possession and that any debts that may have been incurred during their marriage is in their individual capacity and that they should personally be responsible for any such debts.

Divorce

WHEREFORE, premises considered, the Petitioner requests that this Court issue an order dissolving the marriage of the parties in accordance with the terms set forth in this Petition. RESPECTFULLY

Bid Notice

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July7, 2023; Friday, July 14, 2023)

SOLICITATION FOR BIDS (BID NOTICE)

Sealed bids,

Public Notice

In accordance with the provisions of State law, there being due and unpaid charges for which the undersigned is entitled to satisfy an owner and/or manager’s lien of the goods hereinafter described and stored at the Life Storage location(s) listed below. Life Storage:

Life Storage #1061 – 15505 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Edmond, OK 73013 (405)735-5722.

515 – Cora Williams 1401 NW 190th St, Edmond, OK 73012 USA Hsld gds/Furn

603 – Kayla Rose 14560 N Penn Ave apt 310, Oklahoma city, OK 73134 Hsld gds/Furn, TV/Stereo Equip, Off Furn/Mach/Equip 735 – Kathryn Milton 1919 NW 142nd Street, Okla. City, OK 73134 Hsld gds/Furn 810 – Nicole Murphy 14532 N Pennsylvania Ave, 210, Oklahoma City, OK 73134 Hsld gds/Furn, TV/Stereo Equip, Tools/Applnces total bid shall accompany the sealed bid of each bidder. Security checks will be returned to all but the three lowest bidders after the bid opening. The three lowest bid securities will be retained until the contract is awarded.

Alcohol Beverage License

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 7, 2023; Friday, July 14, 2023) OKLAHOMA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LAWS ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE

In accordance with Title 37, Section 522 and Title 37A, Section 2-141 Agave Azul Cocina Mexicana LLC, 1801 W. Edmond Rd., Edmond, OK 73003 an/a LLC hereby publishes notice of their intention to apply within sixty days from this date to the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission for a Mixed Beverage License under authority of and in compliance with the said Act: That they intend(s), if granted such license to operate as a Mixed Beverage establishment with business premises located at 1801 W. Edmond Rd. in Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, under the business name of Agave Azul Cocina Mexicana.

Dated this 3 day of July, 2023.

/s/Giovanni Cuellar Becerra County of Oklahoma, State of Oklahoma.

Before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared: Giovanni Cuellar Becerra to me known to be the person(s) described in and who executed the foregoing application and acknowledged that he executed the same as his free act and deed.

/s/Jennifer Clark, Notary Public (SEAL) State of Oklahoma #13007871

My commission expires 08/27/2025

(Published in OKC Friday, Friday, July 7, 2023; Friday, July 14, 2023)

OKLAHOMA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LAWS ENFORCEMENT COMMISSION NOTICE OF INTENTION TO APPLY FOR AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE

In accordance with Title 37, Section 522 and Title 37A, Section 2-141

Quezada Restaurants LLC 1389 E. 15th St. Edmond, OK 73013, an/a LLC hereby publishes notice of their intention to apply within sixty days from this date to the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission for a Mixed Beverage License under authority of and in compliance with the said Act: That they intend(s), if granted such license to operate as a Mixed Beverage establishment with business premises located at 1389 E. 15th St. in Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, under the business name of Chico’s Mexican Restaurant.

Dated this 3 day of July, 2023.

/s/Maria Garcia Alvarec County of Payne, State of Oklahoma.

Before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared: Maria Garcia Alvarec to me known to be the person(s) described in and who executed the foregoing application and acknowledged that she executed the same as her free act and deed.

/s/Kinslee Ooley, Notary Public (SEAL) State of Oklahoma #22008914

Due notice having been given to the owner of said property and all parties known to claim an interest therein, and the time specified in such notice for payment of such having expired, the goods will be sold to the highest bidder or otherwise disposed of at a public auction to be held online at www.StorageTreasures.com, which will end on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at 10:00am.

73012 an/a LLC hereby publishes notice of their intention to apply within sixty days from this date to the Oklahoma Alcoholic Beverage Laws Enforcement Commission for a Mixed Beverage License under authority of and in compliance with the said Act: That they intend(s), if granted such license to operate as a Mixed Beverage establishment with business premises located at 3033 NW 178th St. Suite D in Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, under the business name of Inaka Sushi Bar and Hibachi.

Dated this 26 day of June, 2023.

/s/Jessica Sun County of Oklahoma, State of Oklahoma.

Before me, the undersigned notary public, personally appeared: Jessica Sun to me known to be the person(s) described in and who executed the foregoing application and acknowledged that she executed the same as her free act and deed.

/s/Jennifer Clark, Notary Public (SEAL) State of Oklahoma #13007871

My commission expires 08/27/2025