Altus Rotary Weekly Recap 2/4 (Feb. 10, 2025)

Mark Your Calendars

Jr. Rotarian of the Month

AHS Abagail Reyna, daughter of Patty and Jamie Reyna

2/18 Rotarian of The Day

Roe Worbes has invited Lana Mowdy to share a program on Altus High School's STEM Program.

2/23 Rotary's Anniversary

We will celebrate Rotary's Founding with world understanding and good will.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

Saturday, 3/8 - An Altus Affair - The Magic of Rotary
Tuesday, 3/18 - NO ROTARY/Spring Break

Today is National Drink Wine Day

Announcements

Last week's ROTD was Rachel Beckner with guests from Western Oklahoma State College Nursing and Child Development Programs.

Invitations for an Altus Affair will go out next week. Please be sure to R.S.V.P. once you receive your invitation. Rotarians and one guest are complimentary, additional guest will be $15. Please no children.

Altus Rotary served over 120 bowls of homemade chicken noodle soup to the community on Saturday. Thank you for the Rotarians and Rotaract and Interact students who came to help.

An Altus Affair

Chad Wiginton

2/19

Krystal martin

2/22

Time To Celebrate

Birthdays

and

Rotary Anniversaries

Nikki Kilhoffer - 11 yrs

2/11

Tyler Kilhoffer - 11 yrs

2/11

Becky Warren - 12 yrs

2/12

Robert Collins - 5 yrs

2/17

Jay Mahan - 13 yrs

2/21

Last Week's Program

Last week, we heard an informative program on Western Oklahoma State College’s Nursing and Child Development Programs.

Nursing Program Overview

Diane Fairchild, Director of Nursing, shared details about the comprehensive Nursing Program offered at WOSC. This program is available on the Altus campus, as well as in Lawton at the Cameron Campus, Elk City at Great Plains Regional Medical Center, and online.

Diane said that the program spans 2 ½ years, culminating in an Applied Science Degree in Nursing. Graduates are well-prepared to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN), which assesses their readiness to practice as nurses. WOSC Nursing was proud to announce that in 2023 and 2024, Altus graduates achieved a remarkable 100% pass rate on their first attempt at the NCLEX!

Currently, the Nursing Program boasts 25 freshmen and 58 sophomore students, including several Active-Duty Military spouses who enroll each year, highlighting the program's commitment to serving our community.

Child Development Program Overview

JoAnn Gray, Scholars for Excellence in Education Coordinator, along with Erin Sturgeon, Child Development Instructor, presented the Child Development Program at Western. JoAnn highlighted the critical importance of early childhood development, noting that a child’s brain develops faster from birth to age 5 than at any other time in life.

The Child Development Program offers an Associate in Science, an Associate in Applied Science, and a Child Development Assistant Certificate (CDA), with the CDA being a fully online program. JoAnn explained that general education requirements for the associate degrees can be completed online or in person. Students pursuing an Associate in Science (Early Childhood) can continue their education to obtain a bachelor’s degree, and those earning an Associate in Applied Science (Child Development) can directly enter the workforce in childcare centers or Head Start programs.

Currently, the program supports 70 scholars. JoAnn, a proud alumna of the program herself, shared that the Scholars Program covers 90% of tuition and fees, with students responsible for only 10%. Additionally, the program pays 100% of textbook costs. Upon obtaining a certificate, scholars receive a $1,000 stipend, and those who continue to an associate program are awarded $1,500 after completion.

We are grateful to Diane, JoAnn, and Erin for their dedication and for sharing their expertise with us. These programs are vital to our community, and we look forward to seeing the continued success of the students in these fields!

Western Oklahoma State College

Last Week's Rotarian of the Day

This month, we are excited to shine a spotlight on Rachel Beckner. Rachel is the Vice President for Academic Affairs at Western Oklahoma State College. With a remarkable 25 years in the education field, Rachel has spent 14 of those years making a significant impact on Western’s campus.

A native Oklahoman, Rachel has deep roots in our community, she tells us that she has lived in Tipton and Olustee but Altus is where she has made her home. Married to her husband Cody for 30 years, the couple are the proud parents of two beautiful daughters, Chauncey and Cayden.

In addition to her professional responsibilities, Rachel has been an active member of the Altus Rotary for nearly two years. Despite her busy schedule, Rachel consistently participates in club activities, demonstrating her willingness to serve and support in any role she can.

We are grateful for Rachel's dedication and the positive influence she has on our members. Thank you, Rachel, for your unwavering commitment to your club and your community!

Western Oklahoma State College

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