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CoolSculpting

CoolSculpting is the nation’s most popular FDA approved method of permanently reducing fat without surgery.

The procedure has been approved to address 12 different areas of the body, each with a specific applicator: Abdomen, Back, Hips, Thighs, Buttocks, Pelvis, Waistline, Breasts, Bra Area, Chin and Jawline, Upper Arms, Inner Thighs.

CoolTone

CoolTone is a noninvasive body contouring treatment that uses Magnetic Muscle Stimulation (MMS) technology to strenthen, tone, and firm the muscles of the abdomen, buttocks, and thighs.

Emsculpt

Hacks your body’s ability to build toned muscle in targeted areas in a way that only the most dedicated exercise otherwise could. Emsculpt is one of the newest technologies in the medical aesthetic world and is earning tremendous buzz as something akin to doing 20,000 situps in one half hour session. The perfect compliment and follow up treatment to a successful CoolSculpting course of treatments and an incredible way to achieve a youthful lift.

Sciton BBL

BBL treatment is a faster, safer, adn more comfortable alternative to traditional laser hair removal. Thanks to the cutting edge broad band pulsed light technology, permanent hair reduction is now available for darker skin types as well.

Botox/Jeuveau

Prescription medications injected in safe amounts into the muscles under the skin that are responsible for fine lines such as crows feet and brow furrows. It works by blocking nerve impulses to the muscles, relaxing them so that the skin over them doesn’t wrinkle.

Dermal Filler

Dermal fillers (or facial fillers) are a safe, nonsurgical way to add volume to highly targeted areas of the face, thereby reducing the appearance of wrinkles and sagging skin and creating a healthly, youthful appearance.

They can also be used to plump thin lips and reduce the appearance of dark under eye circles.

SkinPen

SkinPen is recognized as one of the best, most technologically advanced skin rejuvenation treatments. It’s a type of collagen-induced therapy that treats all sorts of skin imperfections. SkinPen is minimally invasive, quick working, and recommended by a great number of skincare professionals. Moreover, the treatment is the first of its kind to have FDA approval and to be suitable for anyone over 22 years of age. SkinPen uses micro-needling to penetrate the depressions on your skin and help your body smooth them out with collagen.

Dermaplaning

Dermaplaning is a quick and effective deep exfoliation procedure that can life away dull skin, revealing a dewy and youthful complexion, and since it requires nothing more than a surgical grade dermaplaning razor, it’s much more affordable than other skin rejuvenation methods. When done as a standalone treatment, it takes around 30 minutes to complete. The process is completely pain-free and there is no downtime.

HydraFacial

HydraFacial is a unique, patented treatment that exfoliates, cleanses, and hydrates the skin. It is a non-invasive, non-surgical, painless procedure with no side effects or downtime. A HydraFacial treatment has all the benefits of a chimcal peel without any redness or sorenes. It includes three steps: 1. Cleanse & Peel; 2. Extract & Hydrate; 3. Fuse & Protect

Photofacial

A method of skin rejuvenation, photofacial treatments, referring to the intense pulsed light used, are sometimes called photo-rejuvenation. There is no abrasion used in the resurfacing process. Like some of our other professional skin rejuvenation treatments, this treatment addresses aging, sun damage, wrinkles, unwanted freckles, spots, uneven skin tone and texture.

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels are one of the fastest ways to remove dead skin cells and encourage cell renewal. The process consists of applying a glycolic and/or salicylic acid solution on the skin, stripping away dull, dead skin cells and revealing youthful new skin.

Permanent Makeup

Permanent makeup enables women to enhance the shape of their brows, eyes and lips. Also available in 3D areola for breast cancer survivors.

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VOL. 16 • NO. 2 • FEBRUARY 2021

COVER STORY:

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It’s all about perspective and few people have a perspective backed by 100 years of life on this planet. Moore’s centenarians share favorite stories and sound advice gained over their long and colorful journeys.

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: Dapper & Darling: As many small businesses struggle to survive, a local resident looks to guide a unique children’s boutique concept along the path to success.

TASTE: HTeaO: If you think iced tea begins and ends with a choice between sweet tea and unsweetened tea, you’re about to have your minds blown. The selection of teas available at the area’s newest establishment is amazing.

SPORTS:

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Moore High School’s newest wrestling coach found her life’s passion when she locked down a textbook headlock in wrestling practice…as a four-year old.

8 Letter from the Editor 14 2021 BOM Nominations 16 Chamber Spotlight

31 Healthy Moore

17 Entrepreneur’n Moore

35 Boomtown

Pandemic Has Brought Some Positive Changes

Executive Presence: What It Is

22 Business Building Blocks Human Resources Training

24 Moore Public Schools Announce District Teacher of the Year FInalists

27 Heroes of Moore:

First Responder Spotlight

Lieutenant Zach Glass

28 Heroes of Moore:

Veteran/Armed Forces Spotlight

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Preventative Medicine Physician Join Norman Regioinal Health System

32 Healthy Moore

Frozen or Fresh: What's the Healtheir Version of Fruits and Veggies?

Classen Urgent Care Clinic Preparing for Permanent Moore Location

36 Oklahoma Wonder Grant Returns 38 The Station Schedule 40 Brand Senior Center Activities 41 Library Schedule 44 Calendar of Events 48 Parting Shots

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Letter from the Editor 100 years ago today, the NFL didn’t exist, zippers were considered to be a convenient luxury, Model T’s were the most popular car (also, pretty much one of the ONLY cars), alcohol was officially illegal, movies were silent, and women had just won the right to vote.

In so many ways it would appear that we don’t have a lot in common with those who lived, worked, and played back in 1921…especially in light of all the technological advances that have been made over the years.

We’d all be wrong for making that assumption.

A conversation with a handful of Moore’s centenarians reveals lives that resonate with emotion in the same way our lives do today…and wisdom that transcends the centuries.

Enjoy the ride back through time with five, feisty 100-year-old ladies in this month’s magazine.

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A Century of Wisdom

BY ROB MORRIS

What Living 100 Years Taught These Moore Residents

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108-year-old Moore resident Pauline Meier 00 years ago, the world was recovering from one of the greatest pandemics Smith was one of the survivors of the Spanish it has ever known. An H1N1 virus given Flu. Pauline credits her sister, Emily, with savthe name "The Spanish Flu" had infect- ing her life. ed about 27% of the world's population. It is estimated to have killed 50 million people. As America and the world struggle to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, the parallels between 1921 and 2021 are eerie.

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"Emily and I shared a bed, and when the fever had taken over, my movements woke Emily up," said Pauline. "She woke up my parents, who slept on a fold-out bed in the kitchen by the stove. They quickly took me over to the doctor's house. Dr. Dance predicted that I wouldn't make it through the night."

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Pauline did survive the night and the Spanish Flu, as did her older sister Marguerite. She also survived a battle with COVID-19 in 2020 and shared some of the wisdom acquired from living for over 100 years.

While COVID-19 hasn't been as deadly as the Spanish Flu, the stories of Moore

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area centenarians like Pauline offer valuable insight for our day as we seek to understand the more significant questions of life.

Billie Hanan celebrated her 102nd birthday in January. Billie, who lives with her children in Moore, has vivid and personal memories of historical moments that current generations view from a largely unemotion-

al distance, like the Dust Bowl in the 1930s.

"I remember sometimes the dust was so bad we'd have to cover our faces with big handkerchiefs," said Billie. "It seemed to be colder back then, too.

I remember one year the snow was so bad my father carried me to school. Of course, no one else came, but I kept my perfect attendance record."

Moore resident Maggie Lane will turn 100 in September of this year.

Maggie was the youngest of 10 children, the daughter of an oilfield worker and his loving wife. Her parents and older siblings always enjoy reminding her how her birth brought a welcome pause to their nomadic lifestyle as their father worked hard to support his family.

"Dad worked in the oilfield, and we were just kind of migrating across Oklahoma," said Maggie.

"My mom was pregnant with me and so stopped off in Collinsville so that she could give birth to me. And then we went right back to traveling."

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101-year-old Leeta Lankford's life included a friendship with President Harry Truman, marked by letters she received from Truman over the years.

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Depression are mostly happy ones.

Leeta has a treasure trove of memories but says her life's most vivid memory was from a high school dance.

"That was when I met my husband for the first time," said Leeta. "I can still see him walking across

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The Great Depression also looms large in Leeta's memories, especially how difficult it was for families to survive on such small amounts of income. She says Franklin D. Roosevelt has always been her favorite president because of his leadership in bringing the country through those tough times.

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"The times were so harsh," said Leeta. "I remember people would work all day for just one dollar."

Despite how difficult the times were, Maggie's memories of the

"I was a child back during that time, and we grew up pretty poor," said Maggie. "So, as long as I had some beans and cornbread, I was content.

We never went hungry, even though we barely made it by.

We were just happy to have some beans and taters."

Madeline Ellsworth is another Moore centenarian who has vivid memories of World War II. The 100-yearold had lost her first husband, along with her father-in-law, to a train accident when she was 23 years old and supporting a twoyear-old daughter. She remarried before World War II. "My second husband was in the submarine service," said Madeline. "During the war, his boat got hit, and the newspaper reported him as missing in action. He was missing for six weeks before they were found."

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Billie's husband was also in the Navy during World War II.

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"We were living in California when the attack on Pearl Harbor happened," said Billie. "I remember his ship leaving almost immediately after we were bombed."

"I landed a great job with Clyde Woods Construction in San Francisco," said Pauline. "His business was one of the five major builders of the Shasta Dam in northern California."

the years. As they've watched people's emotions boiled over in the last year concerning issues like the pandemic, politics, and racism, the oldest and wisest among us offer counsel that includes patience and understanding.

Pauline also remembers the celebration in San Francisco on the day victory was declared "When I think about racism and people like in World War II. Martin Luther King, I wish we would take the time to understand more about each other," 'It was an amazing celebration," said said Billie.

Pauline. "There were millions of pieces of paper flying in the streets."

Madeline also recalls the joy people shared as the last great World War ended.

"It's one of my favorite memories," said Madeline. "We were all so happy that we were out in the streets, hootin' and hollerin'!"

Pauline moved back to the Midwest in the years following the war's end, where she discovered postwar difficulties resulted in some odd coping mechanisms.

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"Factories were suffering from a lack of available materials at the time," said Pauline. "That made it tough to find hoFor all of them, the real answers boil siery and nylons. Women even paintdown to family and faith. Pauline says that her ed lines on their legs to make it look personal faith in Jesus Christ has been her most like they were wearing hose! Imagine vital foundation. that!"

If drawing on your legs to mimic the look of hosiery sounds unique, Maggie remembers a more "technical" life upgrade that is still her all-time favorite invention: the dawning of the age of indoor plumbing.

"Worry is as useless as rain on the ocean," said Pauline. "And like the rain, it can dampen your ardor for the things that really matter."

"Let me tell you, that was something I'm still pleased about," said Maggie. "I remember having to get up in the middle of the night during the winter or bad weather and going out there.

By the 1940s, Pauline's journey through life So indoor plumbing was a real gamechanger had taken her to California. She worked for for me!"

Oklahoma Gas & Electric right after graduating high school, but as prolonged droughts and Moore's centenarians are all in agreement dust storms plagued Oklahoma, she joined the when asked about the most important lesson great migration west to California. all the changes they've watched unfold over

"All this technology we have today can't replace our families and our faith," said Maggie.

"The best advice I can give people right now is to get close to the Lord. I remember realizing that faith in Him was the most important thing in life when I looked into the face of my firstborn for the first time.

Madeline said, "I wouldn't have made it through if not for the love and support of my parents and family."

Note: Pauline Meier Smith passed away in January of 2021.

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2021 BOM NOMINATIONS

ongratulations to everyone who was nominated for the Best of Moore & South OKC Awards this year. We’d also like to extend a hearty “Thank You!” to everyone who participated in the nomination process for sharing their choices with us.

Now that the nominations are in and it’s time to start the official vote for this year’s awards.

Voting begins at 12:01 a.m. on January 1, 2021 and ends at midnight on February 28, 2021.

That’s right – you have TWO WHOLE MONTHS to vote for your favorites. This will be the only round of voting and all voting takes place online at MooreMonthly.com. You may vote multiple times in as many categories as you like. Heck!

Go ahead and vote in every category!

At various points in the voting process we’ll pull back the curtain to let the public know how things are going. If you have any questions regarding the voting process please email rob@mooremonthly. com or donna@mooremonthly.com.

WINNERS The top three finishers in each category will be invited to our festive Best of Moore & South OKC Dinner in March (pending COVID-19 restrictions) where the “#1 vote-getter” will be revealed. The runners-up will also be recognized at the “Bommies” so that everyone goes home a winner.

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DONUTS Daylight Donuts (19th & Santa Fe) Donut Palace & Kolache Santa Fe Donuts Homemade Donuts (27th & Santa Fe) Honey Bee Bakery ENTERTAINMENT Andy Alligator’s Hey Day Entertainment I-35 Bingo Moore Public Library Twisted Axes Throw House Yellow Rose Dinner Theater EYE CARE Eye Care Oklahoma Dr. Lance Ledbetter Dr. Jon Painter, OD Moore Vision Source Total Vision Care FINANCIAL PLANNING Gorton Financial Group Staton Financial - Scott Staton Mark Rose – Retirement Income Strategies FITNESS/GYM Earlywine Park YMCA Gold's Gym Launch Bungee Fitness OrangeTheory Fitness Shape Fitness The Station at Central Park FLORIST A New Beginning Florist Broadway Florist Capitol Hill Florist Howard Brothers Florist Sunshine & Roses Florist FUNERAL SERVICES John M. Ireland Funeral Home Moore Funeral Home & Cremation Signature Cremation & Funeral Home Vondel Smith Funeral Home GROCERY STORE Aldi – Moore Crest Foods Sprouts Winco

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BY KIM BROWN

CHAMBER SPOTLIGHT:

Pandemic Has Brought Some Positive Changes

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020 definitely left its mark on history. Many businesses and communities saw closures, rises in unemployment, lockdowns, and worse, the tragic loss of life, which has left us all reeling and wondering when the other shoe will drop.

Small to medium-sized businesses describe their outlook for 2021as optimistic despite the significant impact of COVID-19 on business performance throughout 2020. The report, authored by GGV Capital and Hello Alice, also suggests that business owners expect an uptick in hiring, technology purchases, and overall growth.

With pandemic casting its ugly shadow both personally and profesThere are 30 million SMBs in the U.S., employing 60 percent of sionally for so many of us, let's look at a couple of possible reasons Americans and representing 40 percent of U.S. GDP. According to for being optimistic in 2021. the data, 64 percent of 4,100 SMB owners surveyed said their business performance was worse in 2020 than in 2019, and 45 percent • Amid the pandemic, people found unity in singing from their bal- were forced to lay off employees. Also, businesses owned by women, conies, millions clapped from windows and in the streets, and people of color, and U.S. veterans have been impacted disproportionan army of volunteers helped the most vulnerable in our society. ately by the pandemic and other challenges of 2020.

• Many local TV news broadcasts still retain a 'making a difference' slot to highlight positive work in the community eight months after the initial lockdown began.

We can take great optimism from the way businesses and communities are rallying to protect the most vulnerable. There has been a surge in people donating to local food banks and looking out for their neighbors and elderly relatives, and this shows no sign of ending.

The punch in the gut from COVID-19 shutdowns and stopping or limiting supply chains have caused us all to try a new way of working, a locally supplied, remotely connected, digital form.

By force, the pandemic accelerated technological growth in every aspect of our working and personal lives, from the rise of online meeting tools, such as Zoom, to the virtual medical platforms to curbside and online ordering.

In contrast, the sentiment for 2021 reflects small business owners' resilience to find new ways to reach customers, leverage technology to accelerate growth and adapt operations to survive and thrive, resulting in significant optimism for next year.

• 83% believe their business will perform better in 2021 than in 2020 (4,106 owners).

• 93% plan to hire in 2021 compared to 45% that laid-off employees in 2020 (4,111 owners).

• 75% intend to spend more on technology in 2021 than in 2020 (784 owners).

• 75% called on the government for assistance in the form of emergency grants, long-term grants, and rent relief (97,341 owners) even though only 52% (of 4,134 owners surveyed) applied for loans from the Paycheck Protection Program due to the program's lack of access and focus on SMBs.

2020 has been a steep learning curve for many industries. Reliance on long-established processes, global supply chains, and manual laThe pandemic peak pushed businesses to invest in and rely on new bor have all had to be reimagined during the pandemic. The knowltechnologies to reach their customers and to stay relevant in the marketplace. edge built and new ways of working tested in 2020 will serve as a The various shifts in working methods inspired by the pandemic are solid foundation for us to build back better in 2021. likely to remain with many businesses well beyond 2021. An increas"Sometimes, when you're in a dark place, you think you've been ing number of employers have decided to integrate remote working buried, but you've actually been planted." Christine Caine into their business plan, opening up their potential talent pool for new employees exponentially. A few organizations have boldly moved https://www.sales-i.com/blog/2021-the-year-of-optimism away from on-sight office working altogether, relying on online soft- https://www.worth.com/reasons-for-optimism-2021/ ware platforms to create structure, space for career development, https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/83-of-small-businessand places to collaborate with team members. owners-report-optimism-for-2021-301159592.html 16 | MOORE MONTHLY | FEBRUARY 2021

ENTREPRENEUR’N MOORE

Executive Presence: What It Is

What Is Executive Presence?

In its simplest terms, executive presence is about your ability to inspire confidence-inspiring confidence in your subordinates that you are the leader they want to follow, inspiring confidence among peers that you are capable and reliable, and, most importantly, inspiring confidence among senior leaders that you have the potential for outstanding achievements.

Executive presence is a combination of personal traits and outward behaviors that create an image of leadership competence and trustworthiness.

In addition to outward behaviors, your mindset also helps you cultivate presence. A large part of how you come across to others is driven by your personal belief in your abilities.

Why You Need Executive Presence Your executive presence determines whether you gain access to opportunity. There is a saying in leadership, “All the important decisions about you will be made when you’re not in the room.” It is true. Whether it is a decision about an important opportunity, a promotion to a critical role, or an assignment to a high-visibility project, you will not be in the room. The opportunities you gain access to depend on the confidence you have inspired in the decision-makers. And the more significant the opportunity, the more important executive presence becomes.

To increase your chances of leadership success, actively cultivate your executive presence. Belief in your abilities leads to confidence. This, in turn, creates the positive energy you need to speak and act in a way that builds others’ trust in your competence. Taken together, these elements will help you demonstrate that you are ready to take on new challenges and lead yourself and others to achieve great things.

How to Build Your Executive Presence 1. Confidence and Composure Those with a strong executive presence can control their emotions and sense emotions in others, helping them manage their response. Rather than react, they act. They remain calm and graceful under pressure and are not easily rattled.

2. Emotional Intelligence Emotional Intelligence is the ability to identify, understand, and assess not just your emotions

but others. Leaders who have emotional intelligence are compassionate, self-aware, authentic, and intuitive. Because they possess all these, they are also effective and empathic communicators.

3. Build your communication skills. Good leadership is ultimately about communication, and people with great executive presence are excellent communicators. Get feedback on your communication and invest the time in building communication skills. You need to be an excellent communicator across every medium — in-person, written, or virtually — and in every situation.

4. Become an excellent listener. Here is something many people forget: One of the most important communication skills is your ability to listen.

People with great executive presence are exceptional listeners. They engage with their full attention, they ask great questions, and they use listening to engage others and explore essential ideas.

And there is another benefit: The ability to listen effectively demonstrates self-confidence, another critical part of executive presence.

5. Learn to operate effectively under stress. How do you behave when the stakes are high? Do you ever appear rushed, flustered, or overwhelmed?

Do you lose your patience, or do you have a reputation for being temperamental? Many people make the mistake of believing that looking frantically busy indicates their value to the organization.

It does not -- it just suggests that they are frantically busy, and perhaps they cannot be trusted with any more responsibility. No one wants to see a leader who is overwhelmed. People with good executive presence present themselves as calm, even-keeled, composed, well-prepared, and in control at all times. What inspires the confidence that they are ready to take on even more.

6. Integrity People trust those who do what they say. They respect those who stand by their convictions and whose values cannot be shaken. They are consistent and deeply committed to doing the right thing for the right reason. People are drawn to integrity because it is a trait that they feel eludes them. And

so, when they see it in others, they follow them hoping to be inspired to make better personal choices.

7. Make sure your appearance is not a distraction. Visual appearance makes a first impression, and first impressions, whether conscious or subconscious, are powerful. You want to ensure that your first impression inspires confidence. That does not mean trying to look like a fashion model.

Instead, make sure your appearance is appropriate for the setting and the company culture and consistent with others at the level you aspire to.

Pay attention to your clothing choices, tailoring, and grooming, and make sure there is nothing about your appearance that will distract from the impression you want to leave.

In summary, many people believe that Executive Presence is something you are born with or not. Please know that Executive Presence can be learned – these skills with the help you in business & in life. Working with an Executive Coach, conducting 360-degree feedback, and continuous improvement with the help you get better. Understanding just how crucial Executive Presence is, where you are currently, where you would like to be, and working on the gap are great first steps!

Henry Dumas, Business Coach ICF Credentialed Coach – MCC linkedin.com/in/henrydumas Moore Norman Technology Center 405-801-3540 • mntc.edu

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BY ROB MORRIS

ADDRESS: 105 NE 1st Street

Dapper & Darling Offers Unique Children’s Boutique/Photography Concept

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PHONE: 405-735-7393 HOURS: Monday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday 10:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m.

Sunday CLOSED WEBSITE: www.shopdapperdarling.com

ndrea Ammerman confesses that she loves shopping for her children.

"I have three kids," said Ammerman, "I was a big fan of Gigi's Boutique, but she closed before COVID hit for reasons unrelated to the pandemic, and I had a hard time finding places to shop."

Ammerman realizes that she was not alone in feeling that lack of shopping opportunity. Her entrepreneurial spirit led her to look at opening a unique children's boutique concept, which offered professional photography as a service.

"My husband is in the Navy and is currently deployed," said Ammerman.

"I had taken up photography as a hobby, and as I was thinking about a business concept, the idea of combining children's clothing with a photography studio seemed like a natural thing."

A phone call from a friend about an open business space next to Glamoore in Old Town was all the motivation Ammerman needed to push ahead with opening Dapper & Darling.

"We opened in December, and I had my grand opening in January," said Ammerman. "I realized that opening a new business in the middle of a pandemic is going to be challenging, and things have been slow, but we're hopeful that things will begin to take off soon."

On the business's clothing side, Dapper & Darling offers a "one-stop shopping" experience for parents looking for children's clothing, accessories, and more.

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Ammerman. "We also have a lot of maternity selfcare needs and motherly needs for post-partum, including Frida brand products for mothers and babies. We also have a great selection of children's accessories like bows, suspenders, trucker hats, lunch boxes, sippy cups, and flip-top cups."

Ammerman says shoppers can also find everything in her store on the Dapper & Darling website: www.shopdapperdarling.com. She adds inventory often and updates the website to reflect new additions to the store.

On the boutique's photography side, Ammerman offers a unique studio setting that is a part of Dapper & Darlings layout, which includes sets, a bed, and a chair.

"We do lifestyle shots, cake smashes, milk baths,"

said Ammerman, "Pretty much every conceivable infant and children's photo session that you can imagine. I also rent the studio out to other photographers who are interested in using it."

Ammerman plans for the future include a children's fashion show once the pandemic winds down, and life returns to normal. She's also considering offering free photos for children who wear clothing purchased from Dapper & Darling.

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What is the mission of the Human Resources Training area?

Moore Norman Technology Center’s programs can assist your HR manager and their team as they reach a new level of professionalism through Professional of Human Resources certification training.

Why is HR training so important for businesses?

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Adult Program Coordinator, Speciality: HR Training Ernie Gomez is an Adult Program Coordinator for Workforce and Economic Development with Moore Norman Technology Center (MNTC). He retired from AT&T (formally SBC) with 28 years of service and has been at the MNTC for 12 years. He holds an undergraduate degree from University of Central Oklahoma and a MBA from Oklahoma City University. He currently holds a Certified Faculty Developer Certification from LERN. At MNTC he oversees Certification and Licensing courses – HR Certification, Home Inspection, Private Security, Real Estate, Special Education Paraprofessional, Personal Trainer, Child Development and the online courses from ed2go.

After retiring from Corporate, he has found his niche in education with serving the community, the students, and the stakeholders.

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Internal issues can often start and end in your Human Resources office. That’s why it is so important to make sure your HR group is up to date on employment law and management techniques to keep your business running smoothly.

If you work in HR, why is getting certification good for your career?

Certifications are important because it makes you more employable over the life of your career. Certain positions require that you have specific HR certifications to even apply for a position or be eligible for advancement.

Why are SHRM-CP/SCP certified individuals so important to organizations?

SHRM stands for “Society of Human Resources Management.” The credentials they offer are SHRM-CP (Certified Professional) and SHRM-SCP (Senior Certified Professional). Both are comprehensive competency-based certifications for HR professionals. Earning your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP credential makes you a recognized expert and leader in the HR field—and a valuable asset to an organization, keeping you and your organization more competitive in today's economy.

If a person wanted more information on Human Resources Training, what is a good phone number/and email that folks can reach out to?

For more information on upcoming trainings or request information for your custom HR needs visit mntc.edu/workforce-deor call velopment/human-resources 405.801.5000

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Retail Industry Training What is the mission and focus of the Retail Industry Training area?

The focus on retail industry training began last fall as we started researching the changing marketplace and demographics in our district. Our new director, Dr. Joe Ely, really wanted to focus on small businesses' needs in our area. With the large number of small businesses asking for training in customer service skills, it was smart to blend that type of training for retailers. It turned out to be perfect timing to offer retailers these training opportunities while they had to quickly adjust their customer service efforts during the emerging pandemic. Many small retailers don't have the time or resources to create a customer service training program, so MNTC could step in and relieve them of that worry. It is affordable and relevant to the needs of today's retail industry workers.

How have you worked together with local businesses before?

MNTC is always working with local businesses to provide tools, techniques, and training to advance their workforce skills. It doesn't matter what phase of their business they are in. We keep them moving toward their goal.

What is the mission and focus of the Retail Industry Training area? Why is customer service training so necessary, particularly now?

One of the number one issues we all identify with is quality customer service. As consumers, we expect to receive good customer service, and business owners/managers expect their employees to deliver exceptional service to all customers. It is an essential skill that requires training to develop in many people. Customer service does not come naturally to everyone, and yet we expect top notch service at every interaction with a business. If it is indeed a priority, it should be treated like one. Any skill you feel is vital to your business success should require training to maintain or improve, including customer service. Many businesses had to adjust how they offer and deliver products and services because of restrictions placed during COVID. Employees needed options to receive training to adapt to new ways of serving customers during times of uncertainty.

We were able to adjust along with them to provide training through online and virtual formats.

Why do business owners/managers need training like yours?

During the last year, it became evident that businesses focus on day-to-day operations and those that take time to plan for business growth. Owners and managers who can break away from the day to day to develop their leadership and management skills are setting themselves up for change and building leaders within their own business. They learn the value of their own time and invest in training their employees to execute the day-to-day operations successfully. They

learn to put energy into building their business and empowering their employees to do what they are prepared to do for the business. We work with business owners that are ready to take the next step for themselves and their employees. When they start participating in organizational development training, they make that shift from working "in the business" every day to working "on the business." The best part is that our training is designed to be customized for businesses. They get individualized attention to help our coordinators help them get to where they want to be.

Moore Norman Technology Center is certified to deliver RISE training from the National Retail Foundation; why is training like this necessary for local SOKC and Moore businesses?

Retail supports 1 in 4 jobs in Oklahoma, according to a report from the National Retail Federation. The impact of retail is important to employment, labor income, and GDP in Oklahoma. Retail impacts all of us, and I knew that we needed to address the workforce training to positively impact our district. When I started researching industry certifications for workers employed in the retail industry, I connected with the National Retail Federation Foundation. I immediately learned about the RISE Up curriculum used for workers pursuing certifications. There are several nationally recognized certifications available through this training and operated by national retailers across the country. The exercises are proven to build confidence in retail workers' ability to deliver the skills needed to meet consumers' needs and wants. In fact, 92% agree that a RISE Up credential gives them more career options. As a training partner, we can deliver the same training to local and smaller retailers in our area at an affordable cost compared to developing a training program on your own.

The credentials that retail workers earn demonstrate that they ready to deliver quality customer service in a customer-facing role. Sending employees through this training can save employers valuable time and expenses by working with Moore Norman Technology Center.

Anything else you would like to share?

In addition to customer service credentials, RISE Up has introduced two new pieces of training that can be taken with Moore Norman Technology Center. The training is called COVID-19 Customer Conflict Prevention and COVID 19 Retail Operations.

MNTC also offers customized training for small businesses and retailers interested in developing leaders and maximizing current and new employees' strengths.

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Ida Fryhover is a committed advocate for the value of education and training to develop a skilled workforce. Her 23-year career in CareerTech began as a teacher of marketing, business management, and entrepreneurship. Before transitioning into her current role as a Workforce and Economic Development Coordinator, she made great things happen as the Marketing Outreach Coordinator at Moore Norman Technology Center. Using her business ownership and teaching background, she now provides workforce training opportunities for businesses focused on customer service, retail industry training, and organizational development. Ida is known to engage in collaborative projects that support community relationships designed to get people to work. Currently, she is also an adjunct at Randall University, teaching a course in Public Relations.

Ida is committed to making a positive difference in our community.

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Moore Public Schools Announce District Teacher of the Year Finalists January kicked off with great news for the five finalists for Moore Public Schools (MPS) Teacher of the Year (TOY). The five individuals were surprised at their schools with the congratulatory announcement:

Eddie Fowlkes, Physical Education Educator, Northmoor Elementary School

Bryttnii Hinderman, First Grade Educator, Winding Creek Elementary School

L. Alicia LacyScott, Language Arts Educator, Central Junior High School

Kortni Torralba, Educator, Vista Academy/MAST (Alternative Education program)

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Shane Williams, Physical Education Educator, Red Oak Elementary School

MPS Superintendent, Dr. Robert Romines, said he is grateful and proud of these five educators, who represent the very best of the overall excellence of the district.

“Every day our educators selflessly serve in many capacities,” said Dr. Romines. “As teacher, mentor, counselor, our students’ biggest supporter, and much more. Their role is instrumental to the very success of our society, as they mold and shape our future world changers.”

In September, each of the thirty-five schools select a site-level Teacher of the Year. All schools’ TOY honorees are nominated and voted upon by their peers. After the thirty-five are selected, each is invited to participate in the district TOY process, which is in alignment with the State and National competitions. All submitted applications are evaluated and scored by a panel of fellow educators to determine the five finalists. The MPS Teacher of the Year will be selected from the five finalists and will represent the district in the State Teacher of the Year process that is organized by the State Department of Education.

The MPS Teacher of the Year will be announced in the spring at the Excellence in Education Ceremony that is hosted by the district and the Moore Public Schools Foundation. Each school’s Teacher of the Year, Education Support Professional (ESP) and Patron of the Year will also be recognized and celebrated at the annual ceremony.

Congratulations to the five finalists and each school’s 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year.

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What Glass fell in love with most of all was the idea of how firefighters were on the scene, helping others. But he also remembers being deeply impressed with the Moore Fire Department.

“Their leadership was spot on,” said Glass. “Their equipment, the stations, the city, and especially the resiliency of the people in Moore are all things that drove me to say, ‘Yeah, that’s where I’d like to end up.’”

After finishing his internship with Tuttle, Glass joined the Chickasha Fire Department. He finally joined the Moore Fire Department in 2015. He says being a part of the Moore community has definitely lived up to his expectations.

That opportunity was an internship with the Tuttle Fire Department that began the summer before his senior year of high school in 2012. Glass was still working in that internship as he prepared to graduate from high school in May 2013. He had considered joining the military after high school. That was before an EF-5 tornado hit Moore. His experiences as an intern during the aftermath of the devasting storm solidified his career choice.

“Tuttle was one of multiple departments across the state that rallied to help in Moore that day,” said Glass.

“Even though I wasn’t a firefighter and was limited in what I could actually do, as I watched our guys in action

Glass and his wife Ashley have been married for just over a year. They currently have two dogs that they love to take on walks.

“Ashley is a very talented marketing and PR specialist,” said Glass. “Our dogs are Bella, a black lab, and Bandit, a German Shepherd.

After five full years working in Moore, Glass says he is proud to call the city home and loves the people he works with and for.

“I’m so thankful to be a part of Moore,” said Glass. “I hope folks here know how much we pride ourselves on serving them with excellence. I’m so proud to not only work in such great facilities and with such great leadership, but also to serve such great people in this community.”

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“I wouldn’t say that I was one of those guys who had it all figured out,” said Glass. “I was actually kind of aimless, and I just happened to stumble into the right opportunity and right fit for me.”

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Lieutenant Zach Glass makes it clear that he’s blessed and fortunate to be working for the Moore Fire Department, especially as he thinks back on his lack of “a plan” for life after high school.

“I love every aspect of working here,” said Glass. “The friendships and camaraderie we have are so much like the team feeling I experienced playing basketball in high school. We’re a younger crew, but we’re all passionate about doing the training and pushing ourselves to be better each and every day.”

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ech Sgt. Samuel Davis is a born-and-raised Oklahoman who sort of wandered into a career in the military. Davis said he initially had no plans for military service after high school, but that all changed after his first year of college.

“I was going to go to college, play sports, and get my degree,” said SSgt. Davis, “But after that first year, I remember thinking that it was not really what I thought it was going to be.”

The course of Davis’ life changed when he met the woman who would become his wife. He learned that she had unsuccessfully sought to enter the Air Force (turned down because of a hearing issue), and as he got to know her father, a 10-year Air Force veteran,

he found his ideas of military service changing.

“I guess I was thinking of it previously as a sort of ‘Full Metal Jacket’ kind of thing,” said SSgt. Davis. “The things he told me about serving in the Air Force just opened up my mind to a whole different perception with unlimited possibilities.”

Davis joined the Air Force in 2011 and was off to basic training, where he quickly realized his father-in-law was absolutely right about serving in the military. That reali-

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OF MOORE zation translated into a passion for becoming a recruiter and help“The credits you can get for basic and technical school are legit ing others take advantage of military service possibilities. college credits that will transfer seamlessly to college,” said SSgt. Davis. “So, no matter what degree you’re interested in, the Air “My father-in-law spent ten years as a mechanic in the Air Force,” Force can help you both with specific technical training as well as said SSgt. Davis. “He got out after 10-years and turned his experi- earning college credits and tuition assistance. And that tuition asence and certification into a 30-year career at American Airlines, sistance is money that you don’t have to pay back.” where he practically ran their shop.”

While his goal as a recruiter is always to find those individuals who become career military servicemen and women, Davis says there’s also an excellent opportunity for those who want to serve their country for a shorter amount of time and then go on to college. That works well for the current group of students graduating from local high schools, which, according to Davis, seem to have a much better handle on planning their futures than he ever did. That makes it easier to share with them the advantages offered through Air Force basic and technical training. He says it also helps that recruits can earn college credits for their training while enlisted.

Davis now serves in the Air Force Reserve as a full-time recruiter in the central Oklahoma area. He works out of the Moore office and says he’s grateful for the chance to continue to serve his country.

“The important thing I would tell anybody considering military service is that serving in the Air Force is going to make you a better person when you come out the other end,” said SSgt. Davis. “That’s true whether you enlist for a short time or a lifetime.

There’s no better way to improve yourself as an individual than in service to your country.”

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“We’d been very successful in Norman,” said Torbati. “One of my good friends lived very close to Moore and said, ‘Hey, we really need to open a clinic in Moore.’”

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“I don’t have the exact count, but we’ve done well over 2,000 vaccinations,” said Torbati. “We have a great partnership with the Oklahoma State Department of Health, and so we as them where they needed help most with vaccinations.”

As Torbati looks back to the decision to open a clinic in Moore, he says there’s no question that it was the right decision. He and the co-owners have purchased the property to the east of their current location and are planning to build a 9,000-square-foot permanent home that includes a family practice.

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As a result, their clinic has never been closed, even as many other clinics turned to virtual treatment options.

Torbati says Classen Urgent Care has also been on the front lines of COVID testing and vaccinations from the start.

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“We’ve been cautious,” said Torbati.

“We always require masks, we added ultra-violet air sterilization for our offices, we do extra cleaning every day, and all the other social distancing and sanitizing requirements that are mentioned. We also have a great staff who all believe in this, and so it’s been a good thing for us.”

“When they needed COVID testing for some of their patients who had no place to go, we were able to step in and offer testing free of charge,” said Torbati. “We’re also helping with them with other needs they have. It’s been a good relationship because it helps us give back to the community by filling some of the holes they have.”

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When the pandemic began, one of the first decisions Torbati and his team made was that they would do whatever it takes to continue to see patients in person. That includes following all the precautions recommended by medical experts.

Torbati says his clinic is currently working with Moore Public Schools to ensure their employees over the age of 65 are vaccinated. They’ve also partnered with the Moore Faith Medical Clinic to provide free services to patients who can’t afford care.

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“We obviously weren’t thinking at the time about the impact COVID was going to have,” said Torbati. “But in the months since the pandemic began, we’ve been able to have such a positive impact in caring for patients.”

Department and some Moore police officers,” said Torbati. “Then we helped out with a whole bunch of small medical clinics who were unable to vaccinate their workers. After we finished those groups, we started with patients 65-years and up.”

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Torbati and his co-owners looked at the city, decided the idea was a good one and proceeded to lease space in the refurbished office building next to the church that hosts the Yellow Rose Theater. They opened Classen Urgent Care Clinic in 2018, and, as it turns out, the idea wasn’t just good. It was great, especially for the Moore community.

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Oklahoma Wonder Grant Returns with Focus on Virtual Education and Training

$15k Available for Implementation of Cutting Edge E-Learning Platform Oklahoma organizations have an opportunity to reinvent the way they train and educate online through a $15k Wonder Grant. The Oklahoma Wonder Grant Group is facilitating the second Wonder Grant in conjunction with NextThought, an Oklahoma based online learning solutions company. NextThought’s learning management system is a robust cloud-based software platform, allowing organizations to create custom course layouts for e-learning purposes.

NextThought and I-CCEW are hosting two live webinars to discuss the application and answer questions on Friday, January 29th at 12pm and Wednesday, February 10th at 3pm. Registration is free and can be accessed through the website.

“Helping Oklahoma organizations and inventors launch new ideas is an important part of I-CCEW’s mission, and we believe NextThought’s online learning platform is a great emerging tool for educational creativity and “Whether you’re teaching students, mem- engagement,” said Jeff Moore, I-CCEW Execbers, customers, or employees, you need a learning platform that is easy to use and effective,” said Ken Parker, NextThought CEO and Co-Founder. “Our collaborative learning platform enables you to quickly create courses with your content. Reach and connect your users, and keep them learning together for the long run.”

The Oklahoma Wonder Grant will subsidize the development of a custom course layout in-kind for one winning Oklahoma-based business, non-profit or public sector entity. The grant is designed to further the organization’s mission and innovate new ways to train and educate virtually. In addition to a one-year Enterprise subscription that includes unlimited students and courses, onboarding support, and many other features, the grant will provide commercialization and implementation consulting focused on the idea's potential for growth and sustainability, thanks to the Ronnie K. Irani Center for the Creation of Economic Wealth (I-CCEW) at the University of Oklahoma.

Applications are now open, and close February 25th, 2020. The winning applicant will be announced in March.

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Strategist, Stacy Eads Coaching & Consulting; Jeff Moore, Executive Director, I-CCEW; Armand McCoy, President, Trifecta Communications; Jeff Price, Department Head, Gaming & Animation Degree Program, Oklahoma City University.

The first Oklahoma Wonder Grant subsidized the development of a $15k augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) or mixed reality (MR) in-kind project. The Coltrane Group, led by Co-Founder/CEO, André L. Head, who recently passed from COVID-19, received the first Oklahoma Wonder Grant to use augmented reality as a means to bring experiential learning to the Historic Black Town of Boley, OK.

The Oklahoma Wonder Grant is the brainchild of Trifecta Communications, an Oklahoma based marketing/technology firm.

The grant is influenced

by Isaac Newton’s amazing year in 1666 when he developed many of his now-famous concepts for physics, calculus and gravity; utive Director. "Regardless of your industry or non-profit type, you are always teaching and while sheltering at home during an outbreak of engaging your employees, customers, or stake- the Bubonic Plague. It was such a pivotal year, holders in some way. We are looking for the he labeled it his “year of wonders.” most innovative and impactful application of “By studying Isaac Newton, we’ve learned NextThought's robust and unique platform for you can do a lot in the middle of a pandemic,” our next Wonder Grant winner." said Brent Wheelbarger, CEO of Trifecta ComA selection panel has been assembled to review grant applications. Panelists include Von Royal, Executive Director, OneNet and OK Higher Education CIO; Linda Dzialo, President and CEO, Great Expectations; Susan Moring, Associate, Cortado Ventures; Selena Skorman, Director of Strategic Partnerships, Oklahoma City Innovation District; Stacy Eads, Business

munications. “While challenging, this unique time is an opportunity to think about the future in new ways. The Oklahoma Wonder Grant is designed to spur that kind of thinking.”

Detailed information including project examples, webinar registration information and the application form is available online at www.OKwonderGrant.com.

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THE STATION SCHEDULE • FEBRUARY 2021 ACTIVITIES & CLASSES

DUE TO POSITIVE TESTS FOR THE CORONAVIRUS IN CLEVELAND COUNTY THIS SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY POINT IN TIME. Please check with www.cityofmoore.com or call (405) 7935090 for the latest information.

This is a partial list of schedules, activities, and classes available through the Moore Parks & Recreation department. You can find something of interest for everyone by visiting The Station website at: centralpark.cityofmoore.com/activities-programs or by calling The Station front desk at (405) 793-5090.

SPRING BREAK CAMPS SPRING BREAK VOLLEYBALL CAMP

When: March 18-19 Day/Time: Thursday & Friday, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Ages: 6 to 12 Fee: $55 Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: Through March 17 Description: Learn to set and serve like volleyball experts. Great time for kids who want to become familiar with this fun and energetic sport.

SPRING BREAK EXTREME ANIMALS CAMP

When: March 15-19 Day/Time: Monday - Friday, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Ages: 7 to 14 Fee: $124 with T-Shirt Where: The Station Recreation Center Registration: Through March 14 Description: Get ready for a wildly entertaining experience! Get up close and personal with endangered species, creepy crawlies, and more! You will also learn about different habits and create different types of arts and crafts that relate to those species and their habits.

SPRING BREAK BASKETBALL CAMP

WHEN: Mar. 15 – 17 (Mon - Wed) DAY/TIME: Mon. – Wed., 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

AGES: 7 to 14 FEE: $60 WHERE: The Station Recreation Center REGISTRATION: Through March 14 Description: For any young athlete who is looking to improve his or her skills, work hard, make new friends and have fun. What better way than by getting to play basketball for a week and learn some new things in the process.

SPRING BREAK ART CAMP

WHEN: Mar. 15 – 19 DAY/TIME: Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

AGES: 7 to 12 FEE: $95 with T-shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center REGISTRATION: Through March 14 Description: Create colorful paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and more. Kids will use watercolors, paint, crayons, beads, strings, and clay. So much fun with lots of artwork to display at home!

SPRING BREAK GIZMO’S, GADGETS, & THANG’S CAMP PRESENTS: SUPER SCIENCE

WHEN: Mar. 15 – 19 DAY/TIME: Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

AGES: 7 to 14 FEE: $95 with T-shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center REGISTRATION: Through Mar. 14 Description: Let’s discover some super stuff! In this camp kids will get to create and participate in experiments, make a mess, and get their hands dirty all in the name of Science.

SPRING BREAK BACKYARD SPORTS CAMP

WHEN: Mar. 15 – 19 TIME: Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

AGES: 6 to 12 FEE: $70 with T-shirt WHERE: The Station Recreation Center REGISTRATION: Through Mar. 14 Description: Let’s play all those tag, ball and creative games that need a huge backyard or gym. Kickball, Dodgeball, Frisbee, Hide N’ Seek,

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Freeze Tag along with hundreds of other games will keep you running and jumping during your spring break!

TOTS FITNESS FIT AS A FIDDLE

When: February 5 – May 25th Tuesday Mornings Time: 11:00 A.M -12:00 P.M. Ages: 3 – 4 Years Fee: $25 per Month / *5 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Registration: By the first Tuesday of each month, 20 maximum Description: Toddlers will enjoy getting their exercise by running, jumping, tumbling on mats and dancing to favorite energetic songs.

CHILDREN'S CREATIVE ARTS ‘LIL KIDS CRAFTS

When: February 4 – May 27th Thursday mornings Time: 11:00am – 12:00 pm Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Ages: 3 – 4 Years Fee: $25 per month / *5 Station Passholders per session

(No Charge) or Day Pass for The Station Registration: By the first Thursday of each month, 20 maximum Description: In this class kids will create, mold and build different things using clay as your base.

YOUTH ART

When:

February 4 – May 31st Monday afternoons Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs. Old Fee: $25/month Registration: Check with Front Desk for registration.

Description: In this class kids learn how to draw, paint, sculpt and build different things using all types of artistic media. Perfect for home school art classes.

ALL ABOARD KIDS CLUB

When: Through December 31st, 2021 (except holidays) Time: Monday – Friday 4:00pm – 8:00pm

Saturdays – 9:00am – 3:00pm Where: The Station Recreation Center Ages: 7-12 Fee: Free for Station Passholders & The Station Day Pass Holders Instructor: The Station Staff Description: Designed especially for kids 7-12 years of age.

Depending on the day the kids can, play various sports and games in the gym ranging from basketball, soccer, dodgeball and this is just to name a few. There will also be days and times where the youngsters can expand their mind by participating in arts and crafts as well having fun playing board games. The only requirements are that you are either a passholder or a day passholder and that children are between the ages of 7 and 12. We hope to see your kiddos come out and enjoy the fun. The Station really is a place for everyone!

YOUTH FITNESS YOUTH SPORTS AND FITNESS

When: February 5th – May 25th Tuesday afternoons Time: 1:30pm - 3:00pm Ages: 6 – 12 Years Fee: $25/month Where: The Station Recreation Center Gymnasium Registration: By the first Tuesday of each month, 30 maximum Description: All types of sports will be learned and played to increase health and wellness in youth. A fitness regime will be developed for youth of this age to better develop muscles and cardio fitness. This class is perfect for home school health and fitness classes.

ADULT FITNESS PICKLEBALL BEGINNER CLASS

When: Wednesdays and Fridays, through May 28 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m Ages: 18+ Fee: $5 month Where: Moore Community Center Gym Registration: on site Description: Play this nationally trending sport weekly. Scoring and rules will be covered.

LEAGUES ADULT MEN’S SPRING BASKETBALL LEAGUE When:

Time:

Ages: Fee: Where: Registration:

Team Minimum: Team Maximum:

Coaches Meeting – February 23rd, 6 p.m.

Games – Monday nights starting March 1st 6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. – League runs 7 weeks + Tournament 18 Years and Older $450 per team The Station Recreation Center Sign-ups January 1st – February 21st – Coach Registers Team 4 16

ADULT WOMEN’S SPRING BASKETBALL LEAGUE When:

Time:

Ages: Fee: Where: Registration:

Team Minimum: Team Maximum:

Coaches Meeting – TBA Games – Thursday nights starting March 4th 6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. – League runs 7 weeks + Tournament 15 Years and Older $450 per team The Station Recreation Center Sign-ups January 1st – February 21st – Coach Registers Team 4 8

ADULT SPRING CO-ED INDOOR VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE When:

Time:

Ages: Fee: Where: Registration:

Team Team

Coaches Meeting – February 23rd, 7 p.m.

Games – Tuesday nights starting March 2nd 6:00 P.M. – 10:00 P.M. – League runs 7 weeks + Tournament Men & women 18 Years and Older $275 per team The Station Recreation Center Sign-ups January 2nd – February 21st – Coach Registers Team Minimum: 4 Maximum: 16 Must have two women playing at all times.

FAMILY FAMILY TEAM CHALLENGE NIGHT

When: One Friday of each month Time: 7:30 P.M -9:30 P.M. Ages: All ages - Children 6 & Under must be accompanied

by an Adult.

Fee: Free to Station Passholders or The Station Day Pass Where: The Station Recreation Center Activity Room Instructor: The Station Staff Description: Family v. Family! Is your family good at Trivia, or how about Connect 4, Hearts or Backgammon? Tournaments will be set up for the fun and festivities on these great family night gatherings!

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BRAND SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES

FEBRUARY 2021 Feb 22

Movie What’s Up Doc? MCOA Board Meeting

9:00 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

Feb 23

Stretch, Strengthen & Health Chair Yoga Seasonal Crafts & Décor Brain Games

9:30 a.m.

10:15 a.m.

1:15 p.m.

12:00 p.m.

Feb 24

Arm Chair Travel Speaker Moore Update

9:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

Feb 25

Chair Yoga BINGO with Scott

10:15 a.m.

12:15 p.m.

Feb 1

Movie Beverly Hills Chihuahua

9:00 a.m.

Feb 2

Stretch, Strengthen & Health Country Music House Singers Chair Yoga Smart Phone Basics

9:30 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

10:15 a.m.

12:15 p.m.

Feb 3

Arm Chair Travel

9:00 a.m.

Feb 4

Chair Yoga

10:15 a.m.

Feb 5

MCOA General Meeting Visit with Moore Police Dept Computer Basics

10:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

12:15 p.m.

Feb 8

Movie Miss Potter

9:00 a.m.

Feb 9

Stretch, Strengthen & Health Brain Games Jewelry Crafts

9:30 a.m.

12:00 p.m.

1:15 p.m.

Dominos, Card games, Jig-Saw puzzles, Pool, Quilting, & Volunteer work to assist the homebound or work is available at the Brand Center

Feb 10

Arm Chair Travel Speaker Valir Care Van Fresh Cobbler

9:00 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

11:30 a.m.

Moore Council on Aging Bus Service: 799-3130 Seniors may have transportation anywhere in the City of Moore for errands or appointments. 8:00am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday

Feb 11

Chair Yoga BINGO with Flora

10:15 a.m.

12:15 p.m.

Feb 12

Valentine’s Day Party

11:15 a.m.

Moore Senior Citizen Nutrition Site Brand Center 501 E. Main Reservations for meals: 793-9069.

Donation for a meal for seniors 60 & above: $2.25 Required cost for guests under 60: $5.00

Feb 15

Closed for President’s Day

Feb 16

Stretch, Strengthen & Health Country Music House Singers Chair Yoga Smart Phone / I -Pad Basics

9:30 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

10:15 a.m.

12:15 p.m.

Feb 17

Arm Chair Travel

9:00 a.m.

Feb 18

Chair Yoga BINGO with Terry & Wanda

10:15 a.m.

12:15 p.m.

Feb 19

Computer Basics

12:15 p.m.

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Exercise: Mon, Wed, & Fri 10:15, Arm Chair Travel: 9am Wed. Line Dancing Lessons: Wed 12:15

Meals are served drive thru only at this time All activities may be limited for social distancing reasons & face masks may be required to participate in certain activities, face masks are encouraged in all other areas.

LIBRARY SCHEDULES

PIONEER LIBRARY SYSTEM FEBRUARY CALENDAR Many programs do require advance registration. Find out more through the library’s website, www.pioneerlibrarysystem.org, or the library Facebook page, www.facebook.com/pioneerlibrarysystem.

Story Time 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays Join children’s librarians from around the Pioneer Library System for stories, songs and fun on the library’s Facebook page, www. facebook.com/pioneerlibrarysystem.

Brown Bag Book Discussion 12:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11 Be part of a virtual book discussion during the lunch hour, with this month’s talk focusing on the book “The Hideaway” by Lauren K. Denton. Sign up through the library with a valid email address.

Bedtime Story Time 7 p.m. Tuesdays It’s an evening version of the twice-weekly Story Times presented by PLS children’s librarians.

Penn Avenue Literary Society 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11 The monthly virtual adult book discussion group is led by the Southwest Oklahoma City Public Library and features a look at a book selected by group members in advance. This month’s discussion covers Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate. Sign up through the library.

Lego Club 4 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18 and 25 Children ages 8 to 12 have a chance to learn from the Lego Lady in a weekly Zoom presentation.

Knit Knights 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15

Join the library’s new virtual knitting circle, by bringing your own projects and ideas for the group.

Sacred Panels: A Comic Book Club 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18 This discussion group dives into the world of comic books and graphic novels with monthly looks at titles available through the Hoopla service. This month’s title is Paper Girls: Volume 1, available at https://www.hoopladigital. com/title/11903196.

3rd Saturday Book Group 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 20 Join in the virtual discussion of Disappearing Earth by Julia Phillips in this book group. A copy of the book may be downloaded from OverDrive or Hoopla or physical copies are available at local libraries.

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PHOTOS AND STORY BY ROB MORRIS

HTeaO

Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 8:05 p.m.

ADDRESS: 11701 S Western Avenue Saturday PHONE: 405-463-1455

11:00 a.m. – 8:05 p.m.

WEBSITE: www.hteao.com Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 8:05 p.m.

Summer Hours Open until 9:05 p.m.

HTeaO Offers Dazzling Selection of Iced Teas to Satisfy Any Tastebuds

I

f you think your only real choices for iced tea are limited to sweet tea vs. unsweetened tea, with a few fruity flavors available in some places, get ready to have, your mind blown. The new HTeaO site on Western near Westmoore High School offers no less than 23 choices, along with a delightful pink lemonade.

HTeaO is owned by local residents Coty and Mackenzie Jewell. Mackenzie, who grew up in Amarillo, Texas, says they decided to open an HTeaO franchise when she realized the area was missing one of her favorite beverage spots from Amarillo, called “Texas Tea.” “I was sitting with my husband and Bahama Bucks on 19th Street, and I saw the empty building across the street,” said Jewell. “It hit me that we didn’t have a Texas Tea here. It was a hot spot where you could go after school or for holidays, and they had all these different flavors of tea.”

Jewell was on the web and phone the next day looking for a Texas Tea franchise opportunity and discovered that the company had rebranded to HTeaO and was expanding across the region.

“They had recently opened a store in Ardmore,” said Jewell, “I left them a message on a Sunday evening, they called back on Monday, and we were on the road to opening our store in Southwest OKC.” The new store features a dazzling assortment of sweet and unsweetened iced teas, ranging from basic iced tea to Mint, Georgia Peach, Coconut, and Mango Fresco. All of those teas are brewed fresh daily. Jewell said HTeaO has come as close as possible to perfecting the brewing process.

“It begins with our water,” said Jewell. “We use ‘reverse osmosis’ water so that we begin with the purest and cleanest water you can use to brew tea.

It might sound crazy, but we know exactly what mineral and how much of it is present in our water, and that helps give our teas a really great profile and taste you can’t find anywhere else.”

Jewell said HteaO has spent years working on their process of purifying water and choosing the perfect blend of black, green, and herbal teas.

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Then, the store’s various flavors are created through a process of infusing using natural flavors. No artificial or chemically-based flavoring is used. The result is a selection of smooth and flavor-packed products that will satisfy the most demanding “taste buds.”

“It’s crazy because we’ve been using artificial flavors for years without really thinking much about how they impact our health,” said Jewell. “We also offer all our teas in sweetened and unsweetened versions so that folks who need to avoid sugar for health reasons can get something they like.”

In addition to offering caffeine-free teas, HTeaO is also continuously pushing the boundaries on new tea flavors. Jewell said the company is always experimenting with new things to provide the best product possible.

“We take a lot of pride in providing a premium product at a reasonable price,” said Jewell. “When you come in for the first time, we encourage you to use the little Dixie cups to sample as many of the teas as you like.”

HTeaO has a drive-through, which comes in handy during the ongoing pandemic. Customers will also want to be aware of the daily “Happy

Hour” promotion – half-price cups of tea between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. And for folks who enjoy brewing their own tea at home, HTeaO offers a selection of homebrew teas.

“Our tea packets come in our most popular flavors like the Georgia Peach, watermelon, and coconut,” said Jewell.

“They’re really convenient and easy to brew, and that’s great for folks who maybe live out of town and can’t get into the store as often as they’d like.”

In addition to the dizzying array of teas, customers will also find a wide selection of healthy snacks, cases of HTeaO purified water, Yeti products, and Pelican products.

Jewell says that despite opening a new business during a pandemic, they’ve been encouraged by the number of people who stop in to experience the wonderful world of HTeaO. “It’s so much fun watching people come through the doors and how amazed they are at what we offer,” said Jewell. “A lot of them see our digital sign and come in. And there are also these moments on Saturdays when you see a whole family come in, usually because their kids who are Westmoore students bring them in to try out our teas.”

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS & PERFORMANCES AND COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS • FEBRUARY 2021 Due to positive tests for the coronavirus across the area and the constant changes still taking place as of our press deadline, please confirm the events and services listed in this calendar are still in place before making your plans to attend or participate. It’s especially important to ensure the safety of your family, loved ones and yourself by practicing safe COVID-19 recommendations.

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT YELLOW ROSE THEATER Dean Matin and Friends Present Love Dean Style, HEEEEEEES BACK!!!! Starting Thursday February 11th -Sunday 14th, And Continuing every Weekend until March 6th. Your award-winning Yellow Rose Dinner Theatre Presents DEAN MARTIN & FRIENDS, Love DEAN STYLE! Join all of Dean's Crazy Friends for a wild funny ride to Valentines Day! CALL for Special VIP flowers, candy, and song during the first Weekend! CALL NOW 405-793-7779 Tickets Going Fast..

FRED JONES JR. MUSEUM OF ART VA L E N T I N E FUNDRAISER – VALENTINE’S DATE NIGHT WITH IGOR LIPINSKI February 12 JThe Association is hosting a socially distanced Valentine's Date Night. Let us do all the planning while you relax and enjoy an evening of romance with your Valentine. Package includes hors-d'oeuvres, dessert, and split bottles of bubbly from Benvenuti's Ristorante and access to a private performance of select works from the album "Masterpiece" by Assistant Professor of Piano, Igor Lipinski.

The to-go meals will be distributed curbside from FJJMA Friday, February 12th between 4:30-5:30, or can be delivered for an additional $25 (must be in Norman). A link to the private virtual performance will be provided on February 12th.

Packages are limited so RSVP below to ensure your spot before the deadline, Monday, February 1st. Individual packages are $75 and couples' packages are $125. Call 405-325-5990 or email artmuseumassoc@ou.edu for questions.

All proceeds will go towards the Museum Association Collection Campaign.Robert Bailey is Associate Professor of Art History at the University of Oklahoma with affiliate faculty status in Film and Media Studies.

CHURCH & SPIRITUAL CONNECTION FRESH START COMMUNITY CHURCH FOOD PANTRY open the third Thursday of each month, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., 309 N Eastern Avenue, West Campus-Family Life Center.

Canned and dry goods available. Must be a resident of Moore (please bring an ID).

CITY MEETINGS & EVENTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, February 1 at 6:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore PARKS BOARD MEETING Tuesday, February 2 at 6:00 p.m.

The Station at Central Park, 700 S. Broadway MOORE URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY MEETING Monday, February 8 at 6:30 p.m.

Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEETING Tuesday, February 9 at 5:30 p.m Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Tuesday, February 9 at 7:00 p.m Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, February 16 at 6:30 p.m Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore MOORE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING Monday, February 16 at 6:30 p.m Moore City Hall, 301 N. Broadway, Moore

COMMUNITY CONNECTION ADOPT-A-PET Moore Animal Shelter, S-I35 Service Road. Open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., closed on holidays. For additional information call (405) 793-5190.

BIG TRASH PICK UP Moore residents will be allowed two FREE big trash pick-ups a year and one free voucher to the city landfill for each physical address in Moore. Call (405) 793-5070 to schedule your trash pick-up.

CT CLOTHING CLOSET Last Saturday of each month, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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CrossTimbers United Methodist Church, 3004 S. Sunnylane, Moore. CrossTimbers UMC Clothing Closet is a place where those in need can find men’s, women’s and children’s clothing along with shoes and accessories. All sizes are available and are free for community members.

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH PROGRAM Moore Police Dept. is starting a Neighborhood Watch Program. If you’re interested in helping your neighborhood reduce crime, contact Sgt. Jeremy Lewis, (405) 793-4448.

HEYDAY LIVE TRIVIA NIGHT Thursday nights in February 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

HeyDay Upstairs at Revolutions, 3201 Market Place, Norman. Think you know it all? Prove it at HeyDay trivia night.

Put your knowledge to the test with 1/2 priced domestics and discounted appetizers while you play!

HEARTBEATS – W&P DATE NIGHT PAINTING CLASS Saturday, Friday, February 5, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Nosh Restaurant and Event Center, 200 SE 19th Street. Our artist will guide you step by step, from blank canvas to finished painting, while you sip and socialize! Image can be painted across two canvases or all on one canvas.

NEW adult beverage menu also available! Limited restaurant menu available.

Please visit noshandcateringcreations. com for more menu info.

All painting supplies and instruction included. Food & Drinks are separate.

(16x20 wrapped canvas) Price is per person/canvas. $35/person YU-GI-OH! BLAZING VORTEX WIN-A-CASE Saturday, February 13, 2:00 p.m DZ Comics and Gaming, 625 N. Moore Avenue. Join us on Febuary 13th as we will be hosting a massive Win-A-Case event! An entire case of Blazing Vortex will be handed to the top 8 players! Entry fee will be $25.00. 1st round will start at 2:00 PM. Deck list will be required, This event will also cut to the top 8 players after an appropriate amount of rounds are completed.

ADVENTURE MANIA RIDE Saturday, February 20, 7:00 a.m The Boxcar Coffee, 2100 N. Eastern Avenue, Suite 3. 38(?) miles, mixed surface. Think road, abandoned road, dirt, gravel, sandstone rock, sand, grass... pretty much if you can ride over it on two wheels, it's covered in this race. The

course has fast sections of flowing dirt road and trails, challenging descents, short and sweet sandstone climbs, sandy shoreline, rocky shoreline, dirt single-track, creek crossings, gravel roads, pavement, it truly has it all.2 person teams, gentleman's race style format.

Teams leave the start house 1 minute apart, fastest time wins. Each team will be handed 1 race card at registration with color coded checkpoints that correspond with checkpoints throughout the course. Registration is $10. Every entry goes to a single pot. Winning team takes the pot. We're working with our amazing partners to provide some awesome swag for the race.

PETSMART MOORE ADOPTION EVENT Saturday, February 13 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

PetSmart Moore Adoption Event, Saturday, February 13, 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

PetSmart, 2100 S. Service Road. Meet all of our adoptable dogs and puppies at Petsmart in Moore, OK! Visit our website for a full listing: shelterfriends.org.

We allow on-the-spot adoptions but if you'd like to save time you can go ahead and fill out the application on our website. Masks are required while inside the store, and social distancing will be mandatory YOGA BEGINNER SERIES (SPANISH/ENGLISH) Fridays at 7:00 p.m. & Saturdays at 11:00 a.m.

Cornerstone Yoga, 1920 N. Eastern.

6-week series. Are you tired of sitting on the couch? In front of the computer?

Do you want to learn Yoga in a safe environment? You'll have 2 opportunities a week. Fridays at 7pm and Saturdays at 11am. You can learn IN Studio or Online.

Learn the basic principles and the basic fundamental poses to get you started in a Yoga practice just for you! All CDC guidelines practiced. Sign up soon. In studio space is limited. Cost is $75. Call 405-735-7133 for details.

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SENIOR CONNECTION P.A.L.S. PROGRAM FOR SENIORS Seniors are assigned to a buddy who will call every day to check on you. Sign up with Sgt. Lewis, Moore Police Dept., (405) 793-4448.

PROJECT RETURN HOME FOR ALZHEIMER’S PATIENTS IN MOORE For information about enrolling a loved one, contact Virginia Guild at (405) 793-4478 or Sgt. Jeremy Lewis at (405) 793-4448.

TRANSPORTATION: • Metro Transit will provide van service for age 60 and older on Tuesdays and Thursdays from the Moore area

to Oklahoma City for medical appointments. Call Jackie at (405) 297-2583.

• Moore Council on Aging. Seniors may have transportation anywhere in the city of Moore for errands or appointments. 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Call (405) 799-3130 at least one day in advance.

• “Share-A-Fare” for age 60 and over or disabled. Purchase taxi fare at 40% off.

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SPORTS BY ROB MORRIS

Breaking New Ground: LIONS WRESTLING COACH PUSHING BOUNDARIES

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oore High wrestling coach Karissa Avallone remembers watching her father coach youth wrestling as a four-year-old. Avallone had been signed up for soccer by her parents, but as she watched the little boys struggle to learn a fundamental wrestling move, she could no longer restrain herself.

"I jumped up, ran out onto the mat, and threw someone down the very first try," said Avallone. "For me, that was it—end of story. I didn't want to play soccer. I wanted to wrestle."

It's hard to imagine a decision made at four-years of age could impact the rest of your life, but it did precisely that for Avallone. Wrestling became her passion and has led her to her current position as Moore High School's first girl's wrestling coach.

"There's so much I love about wrestling," said Avallone. "I think the biggest thing is that it really is the most inclusive sport there is. Age, gender, weight, skin color, mental capacity, background‌ none of those things matter. If you want to wrestle, there's a place for you. Even special needs kids can wrestle and be successful."

"Robert Washington and Tim Thomas started talking to me after a wrestling tournament," said Avallone. "Basically, they just recruited me and talked me into coming over here."

The move has been everything Avallone hoped for. She's been tasked with building the Moore Lions girls wrestling program while working as a paraprofessional with special needs students.

"My educational training has been with special needs kids," said Avallone. "I think my love for those kids has been with me since high school. I have a special needs cousin, and she's probably my favorite person in the world. These kids have such a special place in my heart."

Avallone is excited about the growth potential for girls wrestling in Oklahoma, a state long noted for vital high school wrestling programs. She says coming on board during a year when everyone is dealing with a global pandemic has been challenging.

"The pandemic really has had a major impact," said Avallone. "We've had a lot of tournaments canceled, and there are also a lot of kids whose parents didn't want them to wrestle this year because of COVID. Avallone's path to the Moore Lion wrestling room began that day in But we've also had some success, and some girls who have embraced Newkirk, Oklahoma, as a four-year old. She wrestled at Newkirk through the challenge, and that gives us some high hopes headed into next middle school and on the varsity boys team her first two years of high year." school. The family moved to Pawhuska, where she received a full ride to wrestle at Missouri Baptist University. After two years at MBU, she According to Avallone, coaching girls wrestling isn't all that much difmoved to Midland University in Fremont, Nebraska, where she became ferent than coaching boys when it comes to the techniques. But she a student assistant coach. After a family emergency forced her to re- believes girls have at least one advantage over their male counterparts. turn home to Oklahoma, Avallone coached the national girl's team for "The great thing is that in my experience, girls really listen to you," Oklahoma in 2018 and 2019. Her first high school wrestling job was as said Avallone. "They might not get that move right on the first try, but the first girls wrestling coach at Norman High School in 2019. That's they'll come back and tell you what they did wrong, and that shows me when the Lions came knocking. they're paying attention."

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Bridgette Morales and Nadia Alejandre's are two Moore High seniors who decided to take the plunge and embrace the sport this year. Morales was already playing softball when she joined the wrestling team. She plans to continue playing softball in college but felt that wrestling would make her a better all-around athlete.

"I chose to be involved in wrestling for the conditioning and the athletic ability that comes with learning the sport," said Morales. "What I like most about wrestling is the family bond you have with your teammates and coaches. The biggest challenge for me was adapting from 'softball condition' to 'wrestling condition.'"

Alejandre is a soccer player who followed Avallone from soccer to wrestling. She had a background in martial arts that also played a role in her decision to try the sport.

Avallone has confidence that once the pandemic is over and life returns to normal, the Moore Lions girls wrestling program will take off, filled with more student-athletes like Morales and Alejandres.

"We're definitely going to have a better season next year," said Avallone. "I tell the girls, 'Just try this for one year, and I guarantee you're gonna end up loving it.' That's what happened for them this year, and I'm sure we'll have more kids participate next year."

The support she's received from the Moore High and MPS community has also been encouraging.

"Moore Public Schools are setting such a wonderful standard with their support," said Avallone.

"The thing I love most about wrestling is the adrenaline "We have new singlets and warm-ups, and people rush I get from it," said Alejandre. "Being a female wres- are always stopping me in the hall to ask how the tler is an amazing title to have. The biggest challenge I've girls are doing. It's a great feeling to have that kind faced is being too hard on myself." of support."

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