MOORE MONTHLY - May 2025 by Moore Monthly

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SENIORS 2025 — The Class of 2025 gets their moment in May and that means excitement for family and friends of seniors at all three Moore high schools.

PARKS ARE READY FOR SUMMER — Summer is the perfect time to take advantage of Moore’s 300+ acres of parks, especially with splash pads opening in May.

The COVID pandemic of 2020 turned a lot of things on it’s head, including a Moore Monthly tradition of setting aside a cover celebrating the graduating class for our city high schools. We couldn’t be more excited to renew that tradition and offer friends and families of the Class of 2025 a keepsake edition of our magazine, complete with a list of all graduating seniors, along with those earning high academic honors. Jaguars, Lions, and Sabercats…Class of 2025…we salute you!

CLASS of 2025! Congratulations

For the Moore Public School students in the Class of 2025, we want to celebrate this milestone in your lives. You’ve been on an incredible journey, experiencing all the highs and lows life can bring your way. Crosstown rivalry games, proms and dances, pop quizzes and exams, conversations with friends, teachers, coaches, and families.

Now you stand on the threshold of the next stage of your journey. As you step through this doorway, we want to honor all your hard work and acknowledge all that you’ve experienced.

From your friends at the Moore Monthly – Congratulations to each and every one of you!

NATIONAL MERIT FINALISTS

Zachary Chancellor – MHS

Achinth Ilamurughu – MHS

Katelyn Melrose – MHS

Meghan Spiva – WHS

Jackson McManus – SHS

ACADEMIC ALL-STATE

Achinth Ilamurughu – MHS

Elena Phan – MHS

Andy Duc Le – SHS

Houston Le – SHS

MOORE HIGH SCHOOL

Valedictorian: Achinth Ilamurughu

Salutatorian: Jake Hutson

SOUTHMOORE HIGH SCHOOL

Valedictorian: Houston Le

Salutatorian: Joseph Ellis

WESTMOORE HIGH SCHOOL

Valedictorians: Mitchell Tuan Minh Dang and Sarah Le

Salutatorian: Daisy Tu Le

CONGRATULATIONS, CLASS OF 2025! MOORE HIGH SCHOOL

Josiah Jordan Abrahams

Myron Anthony Ackah Mensah

Cayleb Obra Adams

Yaire Aireli Aguilar

Mikey Adriel Aguirre

Jared Michael Alarcon

Sebastian Ethan Alderman

Jonathan Jasper Alexander Jr.

Jonnell Jasper Alexander

Caleb Barry Allen

Kayla Marie Allen

Trinity Grace Allen

Maria Carolynn Alonzo

Ahmed Majid Altamimi

Jayden Alexis Altman

Samuel Owen Alumpe

Daniel Hernan Alvarez Septier

Dylan Robert Anderson

Trenton Lee Anderson

Cole Harrison Andrade

Blake Alexander Armstead

Brodie Scott Armstrong

Jaxson Lee Arnett Brown

Kiernan Matthew Atkins

Qualon Mickei Atkins

Aminah Lorianna Augustine

Kinlee Renee Avery

John Christopher Hoyt Axton

Andrew Joe Badillo

Utah Edward Baggett

Bryce Tanner Bain

David Wayman Baker III

Justin Rylee Baker

Preston Cole Baker

Ayla Nicole Baladez

Kaitlyn Renee Ballard

Hector Barbadillo

Benjamin Riley Barker

D'Shaun Scott Barker

Kellsea Nichole Barnes

Tanner Austin Barnes

Adorian Latrell Barnett

Aislinn River Barnett

Peyton Lane Barnett

Aslyin Rose Bartholomew

Bradley Cole Bartlett

Casen Lee Bell

Ali Lachele Bennett

Mia Skye Benson

Lukas Waylon Bezdek

Kynzlee Brklynn Rebekah Birchett

Brooke Avery Bivens

Camarion Demonta Bizzell

Kaylin Rose Blackmon

Mallory Raye Blasingame

Laryn Nicole Blood

Briana Gail Blue

Daaron Joseph Boffey

Ashanti Neilani Boney

Paxton Brayton Boon

Elisa Michelle Boozer

Abby Nicole Botello

Zarria Marie Bowens

Kodi Elizabeth Bowman

Destiny Gabrielle Boyd

Brooklyn Annajade Bradley

Kaleb Jaeden Bradley

Brayden Landon Bradstreet

Kiersten Rhealynn Brawdy

Anthony Joseph Brennan

June Marie Briggs

Arwen Leia Brimson

Jacob Robert Briskey

Emily Paige Broadbent

Rownan Cain Brokar

Harmonee Devyne Broughton

Kaniyah Renea Brown Hill

Makiah Marie Brumbelow Neal

Mackenzie Sierra Bucia

Johnathan Quan Bui

Payton Kael Bullington

Braxton Gabriel Burchette

Serenity Rose Burlingame

Jadyn Adam Burton

Garrett Triston Alec Zale Butcher

Hayden Thomas Byrd

Gavyn Oliver Cain

Jesse Brayden Caldwell

Zane Stephen Caldwell

Kallie Dawn Marie Calfy

Lizbeth Alejandra Camacho Madrid

Dryden Joseph Campbell

Leah Jade Campbell

Peyton Scott Campbell

Noah Michael Gumercindo Campos

Nicholas Avery Carden

Joselyn Cardenas Chacon

Litzy Caro

Dasani Dupree Isaac Carolina

Lucas Jett Carr

Shelby Marie Carr

Del Shon Kylil Jon Ke Carroll

Isaiah Lee Carter

Xiomara Casas Romero

Jamerson Nehemiah Samuel Casson Jr.

Brayden Tyler Cate

Zachary Ryan Chabot

Emilia Marie Chadwick Guzman

Zachary Austin Chancellor

Katelynn Paige Charles

Ja'ziya Jere Chevalier

Ari Minmei Chiba

Carys Mai Chiba

Emma Sue Church

Evan Gant Church

Jose Alexander John Cinco

Bryan Clifton Clark

Kylie Ann Clark

Fiona Elizabeth Cockerill

Dezerai Catherine Marie Cole

Dylan Matthew Cole

Maria Romaria Cole

Anthony Don Coleman

Ethan Parker Collins

Allie Marie Combs

Shaylin Nicole Compton

Zachary Kenneth Conley

Leah Diann Conner

Delvin Dwayne Quantez Conway Jr.

Mykenzie Ella Criss

John Monroe Andrew Cruise

Corran Dean Cully

Tatum Evan Cordae Cully

Destiny Lafaye Rene Cunningham

Manuel Isaac Daniel

Dacarri Steven Davis

Jakari Eugene Davis

Jordan Jacy Davis

Madison Renee Davis

Zane Austyn Davis

Emma Shae Dawson

Jayden Tyree Day

Haiden Christopher James Delaney

Fabien Xavier Delarosa Smith

Wakelynn Noelle Delsigne

Kandance Roseragaulle Derrick

Spencer Cole Dery

Macey Tatum Dickinson

Ashton Paige Dicus

Aden John Dillard

Billy Ray Dobbs III

Carrie Elise Dodson

Hayden Cole Donnell

Thomas Anthony Doty

Tyler Dale Doty

Keegan Carter Douglas

Charles Jacob Dowell

Jesse Ethan Dowell

Zoie Noelle Dunkleberger

Henry Xuan Duong

Brooke Louise Durrett

Josie Maribelle Easton

Peyton Robert Eichler

Maugatofa Winnie Elisara

Anaka Riley Elliott

Broc Anthony Enriquez

Ethan Maximus Escobar

Ashly Dawn Essary

Braden Alexander Estep

Madeline Alyia Evans

Tucker Jarrod Farley

Khairan Vashad Fearrington

Jusaun Napier Floyd

Reilly Gage Floyd

Savannah Rae Folks

Mason Joe Ford

Macey Janelle Foreman

Jackson Pierce Forney

Kyven Davion Foster

Anna Faith Fowler

Kaden Matthew Fowler

Katelyn Deann Fowler

Ephraim Daniel Fox

Erica Marie Frass

Caleb Ryan Timothy Frayer

Lazaya Kay Frazier

Ryczus Yannis Frazier

Nathan Andrew Frederick

Seth Kyle James Freeman

Izabell Marlee Lavell Garcia

Noel Garcia

Yatawnna Anita Jade Garcia

Michaela Jane Gary

Ashlyn Marie Gauden

Aydrin Gunner Gentry

Hunter Wayne Gibbany

Jalen Tyree Gilbert

Jeremy Trey Gilliland

Kendyl Dae Girard

Makayla Renee Goll

Apple Mae Gomez

Sediya Marie Gomez

Vanessa Gonzalez

Jadayla Ladale Gordon

Ashlynn Nicole Grady

Chase Douglas Graham

Ethan Russell Graham

Trey Daniel Graham

Bailee Ann Gray

Keira Ashlyn Gray

Byron Eugene Green III

Nailah Roxanne Greene

Mckenzie Breann Gregory

Alexander Warner Grillo

Alexis Omar Grimaldo

Ava Marie Gross

Gracen Darril Gruver

Daniel Amador Gene Guerra

Braylon Noah Guerrero

Alessandra Gutierrez

Audrey Bridanny Guzman Puente

Matthew Wayne Hackett

Braylon Xavier Hairston Davis

Hamilton Mark Hale

Dylan Wayne Hall

Jacob Taz Hall

Avery Anne Halliday

Cloe Isabella Hammett

Hailey Brianna Hammett

Abigail Michelle Hankins

Tristan Damond Hankins

Payton Ray Lee Hardin

Jordann Renee Harper

Aven James Harrington

Devant Azrael Harris

Natalyn Mae Harris Taylor

Kira Jasmine Harts

Keaton Duane Haumpy

Nicholas Earl Hawkins

Kevin Scott Hedrick

Brianna Larae Helems

Brody Roy Helm

Erren Douglas Henderson

Jayden David Hendricks

Calleigh Evelyn Hernandez

Yaqueline Noemi Hernandez

Ruben Rangel Hernandez Guzman

Briseyda Hernandez Rojo

Alivia Nevaeh Herrera

Logan Christopher Hoffpauir

Kate Elizabeth Holbrook

Grayson Charles Holloway

Caydon Reece Holly

Devin Keith Holmes

Michaela Grace Holt

Hayden Tanner Horne

Ariah Faith Houser

Miakoda Louann Housman

Maxwell Asher Howe

Abigail Faith Hoyle

Gracelyn May Huffman

Kaydence Marie Hughes

Jadon Glen Hunter

Makayla Sunshine Solorio Hutchison

Jake William Hutson

Meya Michelle Ibanez

Camylla Ibarra Hernandez

Achinth S Ilamurughu

Connor Steven Isaacs

Bryce Daniel Jackson

Trinity Jo Jacobs

Elijah Marcel James

Elizabeth Nicole Jaques

Althea Melissa Jeadrik

Nikola Nenad Jekic

Addison Nicole Jennings

Nevaeh Marie Jennings

Andreas Demetrius Eslyn Jimenez

Clear Veronika Louise Johnson

Danayiah Renee Johnson

Gillian Mae Johnson

Matthew William Johnson

Seth Myer Johnson

Brianna De'an Jones

Gideon Troy Jones

Jimmy Catherine Jones

Keagan Boston Jones

Aliyanah Amir Jordan

Verenice Elizabeth Joy

Sadie Grey Joyce

Ibraham Khaled Karmid

Trinity Rae Ann Keel

Jeffrey Aaron Keller

Dylynn Jade Ketch

Andrew James Kielty

Braylyn Blanca-Renee Killingsworth

Cason Lee Killingsworth

Austin James Kinder

Jacob Scott King

Rialianne Madisen King

Kyler Maurice Kinney

Joseph Thomas Kitchens

Matthew Richard Krause

Ethan Douglas Krobatsch

Nathaniel Scott Kuhlman

Izaiah Dwain Kuykendall

Calli Raine Lakin

Madison Ann Landrus

Kelsey Faye Lane

Aiden Lane Cooney

Jennifer Kim-Alise Cooper

Keagan Lea Cooper

Kayla Marie Cornelius

Baylie Marie Cotney

Aiden John Cox

Jordyn Faith Crawford

Kayshia Marie Crawford

Makai Ray Crenshaw

Ava Grace Fritts

Dillin Fry

Audrey Michelle Fuentes

Erica Loree Fulks

Daniel Boyd Fulton

Aaliyah Nichole Gaddis

Deeya Jitendra Gandhi

Cesar Antonio Garcia

Damien Juvenal Garcia

Owen Suenram Hiler

Bradley Joe Hill III

Julia Linette Hilley

Damonte Bahrein Hines

Evona Daniel Hinojosa

Jeno J erdereo Hinojosa

Melina Cam Tu Hoang

Cheyanne Summer Hodges

Connor Allen Hoelting

Marcel Dewayne Lang

Stormy Jane Lang

Jessica Mae Lapradd

Jaziel Berenice Lara

Cheii Thomas Larney

Morgan Star-Marie Larsen

Nathaniel Elijah Lawrence

Adiana Kaylynn Lawson

Jamila Le

CONGRATULATIONS, CLASS OF 2025! MOORE HIGH SCHOOL

Andre Gregory Lee

Olivia Soyun Lee

Zaniyah Zurae Mary-Ann Lee

Anthony Travis Legg

Madisyn Faith Lemke

Conner Allen Lewis

Mackinlie Reese Lewis

Leon Lin

Rylin Lee Link

James Edward Littlefield III

Layla Marie Locklear

Tafv Marie Loeffler

Madison Renee Loftis

Trista Janell Logan

Talyn Pearl Lowe

Xavier Ashton Allen Lowes

Alissa Nicole Lowing

Liujie Luo

Jada Heaven Lyday

Kore Lamar Lyday

Talan Chase Lynn

Joshua Allen Lyons

Blaze Allen Mackey

Mason James Magerus

Alexis Faye Malicoat

Azaria Ne'Shea Marshall

Justin Cordell Martin

Julianna Grace Martinez

Troy Martinez

Adreinne Xochitl Martinez-Johnson

Madison Rae Mastalir

Mason Louis Mastalir

Autumn Chaoomchaisiri Matthesen

Charles Dalton Mays

Ramya Marie Maytubby

Nathan Alexander Mazariegos

NaShyia Amyni McCain

Trinity Ariana McClure

Alonnie Faith McDaniel

Natalie Makay McDougal

Aidan James McGregor III

Karson Danielle McKittrick

Ella Carolann McMahan

Adriana Louise Naia McMindes

Rori Dawn Denise McNutt Preece

Terrell Carlos Medlock

Alexis Rei Megonigle

Katelyn Marie Melrose

Kathryn Elise Mendoza

Alan John Jefferson Merryman

Alycah Brooke Messer

Elijah Isaiah Meza

Chase Jackson Middleton

Kaelynn Taylor Middleton

Hannah Michelle Miles

Kalli Lyn Miles

Alisha Lashea Miller

Joshua James Miller

Malikai Rashad Miller

Roman Jayse Miller

Tytus Hunter Miller

Andrew Cash Million

Lillian Ann Mills

Joseph Jacob Ephriem Mitchell

Matthew James Mitchell

Jasmine Molina

Makenzie Taylor Mongold

Richard Aaron Moody

Elijah Jayden Lee Moon

Aubrie Dawn Moore

Hendrick Izaias Morales Faucette

Juan Moran Jr.

Sariah Lanay Morgan

Harleigh Nicole Morris

Nicholas Kenneth Morris

Jason Charles Moses

Jaiden Christopher Mosley

Carolyn Rose Murphy

Maddyson Lynn Murphy

Liam Mekiah Muskrat

Henry Ilo Mustachia

Matthew Allen Myers

Kristelle Kay Nappa

Saisha Jeanene Diamond Neroes

Piper Cecilia Nichiporuk

Makiah Renee Nixon

Arreonna Lashay Nixon Carter

Malick Napkil Njie

Philip Charles Nolan

Daron Austin Norton

Rajanae Lynn Norton

Blake Matthew Eugene Norwood

Jenna Carol Obrien

Kaleb Antonio Ochoa

Amanee Marlaina Ochoa Dockins

Gabriela Faith Ojeda

Juan Gabriel Olivo

Jaiden Danielle O'Neal

Caylin Danielle Pace

Alliyah Rayann Padilla

Kora Elizabeth Serene Page

Jacob Jay Palomino

BreElla Ann Pangborn

Emily Marie Paramore

Quintin Alexander Parker

Max Allan Parsons

Kaden Wayne Partin

Erik Javier Pavon Lopez

Isabella Danae Payne

Brode Cole Peeler

Alisa-Beth Frances Pelletier

Maven Troy Pena

Eliana Analicia Perez

Lesli Maria Perez

Axel Nery Perez Luna

Jack Brendon Perry

Luke Patrick Peterson

Sydnee Auria Peterson

Michael Donald Petrie

Victor Jeffrey Petrie

Nia Erin Petties

Kaydence Danielle Marie Pettit

Elena Quyen Phan

Ethan Thomas Phillips

Alexia Renee Pierce

Alexandria Simone Price

Christina Marie Prim

Ty'Real Rashaad Proctor

Jayden Joseph Pruitt

Haylee Dawn Pryor

Gage Matthew Purser

Nathaniel Matthew Quillman

Leyton Christopher Quiroga

Allen James Radford

Sophia Grace Rainey

Cristian Carl Ramirez

Tristen Kane Ramirez

Manuel Alexander Ramos

Brookelyn Grace Ramsey

Elizabeth Christine Rape

Isabelle Grace Rape

Kinsey Grace Ratzlaff

Makenzie Desarae Releford

Gavin Cole Rench

Amanda Rendon

Katelynn Michelle Reyes

Kynzee Paige Reynolds

Brayden Christopher Levi Rezaei

Genevieve Nicole Riccardi

William Aydin Richardson

Quinton Mikel Riggs

Carder Frank Riley

Crue Keith Riley

Dezmond Malik Roach

Isabella Bianca Roberts

Jack Gabriel Roberts

Shanae Danielle Robidoux

Marlene Ahdosy Robles

Liam Gabriel Roden

Chance Marquez Rodgers

Amy Rose Rodriguez

Mia Joanne Rodriguez

Presley Savannah Rodriquez

Alexis Yadiel Rohena Ubiera

Dylan Jareth Rojas

Jazmin Alyssa Romero

Maeson Anne Marie Rosales

Ethan Allen Rose

Grace Riley Rumbaugh

Samuel Harrison Russell

Simon Nathaniel Russell

Syniah Deajia Russell

Jennifer Samanta Samayoa Hernandez

Isaiah Dustan Lee Sanders

Jovani Maximos Sandoval

Jesus Alejandro Sandoval Guillen

Keegan Gregory Sartin

Ailani Sauceda Martinez

Lucky Trillion Sayegh

Payton Lane Schertler

Mahogani Kayann Schiebert

Gabriel Chase Scott

Lauren Elizabeth Scott

Zane James Scott

Baylor Wayne Scruggs

Ava Colleen Senn

Felix Andre Serquen Garcia

Grace Noelle Sessions

Aydin Lee Sever

Saniya Chanel London Seward

Lewis Jackson Shambaugh Jr.

Aubrey Elizabeth Sharp

Micheal Aaron Sharp

Willow Rhiannon Sharp

Abigayle Christine Shaw

Chance Alan Shears

Jesse Ryan Shelnutt

Ryan Duane Shockley

Aiden James Shotswell

Ryan Scott Shuey

Talon Micheal Shupert

Shyreana Jacara Silas

Julius Cortez Singer Jr.

Samantha Alicia Marie Skidmore

Tatiana Alyssa Slowman

Max Jacob Sluder

Annalise Marie Smith

Carson Joel Smith

Jacob Martin Smith

Kylee Paige Smith

Landen Bryce Smith

Liam Christopher Smith

Sumariel Alaja Smith

Kyson Wayne Snyder

Isaiah Daniel Soliz

Kinsley Faith Sommer

Kelsey Dawn Songer

Hunte r Lee Sorenson

Isaac Octavio Montrel Speer

Aubree Alaine Spicer

Ameriyah Reimi Spruill

Giana Joy St Hilaire

Mackennah Lynn Stafford

Mandalynn Claire Stafford

Amber Dawn Stefanik

Brianna Faith Stefanik

Caelyn Rinae Stein

Amari Nicole Stephens

Jocelyn Ray Stephens

Payton Danice Stevenson

Alexandria Elizabeth Stewart

Jett Turner Stinson

Jerry Ray Stowers

Kaylynn Rae Stowers

Jaiden Chance Strain

Giada Claire Stroud

Seth Lee Stroup

Hayden Marcus Stull

James Christopher Swallow

Joseph Harrison Swallow

Jacob Collin Sylvester

Ty Alan Talkington

Ava Josephine Taylor

Brayden Lee Taylor

Randal Don Terrill

Hayden Scott Tew

Emily Elizabeth Thaxton

Christopher Keaton Thomas

Jayden Xavier Thomas

Jocelyn Arielle Thomas

Austin Michael Thomason

Layla Marie Thompson

Riley Patrik Thompson

Tate Brady Thompson

Brayden Dean Thresher

Nicholas Quan Tieu

Mattax James Tinkle

Isabell Joan Titus

Madalyn Leigh Ann Tooley

Kayla Leshawn Tripeaux

Saipha Brand Truong

Amira Janice Truvillion

Caden Fisher Tryon

Zachiyah Ricky -Mar'Ray Tubbs

Tanner Ray Tyra

Jasmin Bonita Valadez

Adrian Rey Vasquez

Elijah James Vega

Addison Lorraine Vernon

Kathryn Eunice Vestal

Zander Phalen Villano

Alyson Tru Vroenen

Tony Vu

Jack Henry Waganer

Ryann Rae Wahlenberg

Madison Lucille Wakefield

Javen Lee Walker

Lyla Michele Walker

Landon Michael Wall

Wyatt Paul Waller

Isaac Alexandro Wallis

Lorelai Louise Walton

Caycee Christine Wampler

Avery Makenna Ward

Makinley Brooke Ward

Terrance O'Neal Ware

Isabella Abigail Warner

Arabella Marie Waters

Caleb Edwin Grant Watson Wall

Skyler Lee Wauhob

Jackson Dale Weaver

Logan Preston Webb

Lauryn Jolee Weber

Anthony Gage Weger

Wiley Cole Welch

Jaxson Riley Wheeler

Brooklyn Gail White

Cristian Jonathan Lee White

Clinton Boyd Whited Jr.

Natalie Elise Wilkins

Ryann Christine Wilkinson

Brayden Tanner Williams

Camron Reese Williams

Casey Elizabeth Williams

Clayton Ryan Williams

Iyanna Lynnea Williams

Jaeden Alexander Williams

Kaden Matthew Williams

Kiara Ashley-Nicole Williams

Trysten Denise Williams

Cameron Christopher Scott Williams

Walton

Alexia Shyann Willis

Kamyra La'Shae Willis

Aniyah Lashae Wilmot

Landry Kate Wilson

Taylor Marie Wilson

Kenai Jordan Wimms

Brinly Michelle Winner

Madison Brooke Winner

Tremayne Alexander Wisby II

Grant Russell Wiser

Charlee Paige Woodard

Addison Kaye Worley

Alexander Stephen Worley

Vi Elizabeth Worlund

Axton Baron Wright

Kyleigh Anne Wright

Melvin Lamorris Wright IV

Maddison Noelle Wynd

Faith Spring Yates

Esperanza Marie Ybarra

Lilliana Dejea Young

Preston Lee Mongold

Mireya Gisele Monje

Sydney Nicole Raimondo

Brody Andrew Rainer

Jade Marie Sichter Tanksley

Karlee Shea Siegfried

Hesler Samir Vega Pineda

Ariana Rose Verdusco

CONGRATULATIONS, CLASS OF 2025! SOUTHMOORE HIGH SCHOOL

Faysal Daylen Abdeslami

Dustin Dale Acre

Jariahs Tarshaun Adams

Jaylen Keshaun Adams

Seanphinehas Borketey Alabi

Lillian Kate Alamilla

Karissa Denae Alcantara

Kadence Marie Allen

Caden Mark Anderson

Ariel Ewuraama Nyhira Annan

Marcela Floricelda Arrecis

Taylor Pierce Astle

Gage Nash Austin

Jackson Alexander Austin

Deanney Avalos Mendoza

Ashley Lynn Avdoulos

Erin Rachelle Ayala

Hoyce Dylan Ayer

Aubrey Nichole Baker

Kayanna Marie Baker

Riley Jean Baker

Alyssa Yvonne Baldonado

Colin David Ball

Jaxon Wayne Barefoot

Ryan John Baxter

Dianella Valentina Bazo

Lola Grace Beam

Avery Johannah Morgan Beck

Khloe Autumn Noel Bennett

India Marie Bennett Hester

Haisley Nicole Bergen

Braylan John Berry

Jacob Kyle Binder

Brynli Lain Blackwell

Kayanda Dawn Blair Platt

Brecken Reid Blue

Isaiah Daniel Boisen

Braelynn Elizabeth Bolling

Hunter Grady Booth

Shawn Gean Bradley II

Julian Richard Brandt

Emma Elizabeth Leehan Brasee

Tamarion Jackson Brooks

Evelyn Jeanne Brown

Bryce Austin Brunson

Jaden Alexander Bryceland

Avery Lennon Burks

Jarred Takyle Burnett

Mia Marie Cagle

Koni Jaqueline Calvillo

Daelyn Alexandria Louise

Canady

Oaron Choncy Canady

James Jackson Caraway

Gavin Raydell Cargle

Micheal Nathaniel Carrizales

Rafael Carrizales Jr.

Jazmine Skye Cash

Isiah Lee Cato

Logan James Chalker

Kevin Tuanminh Chau

Nathan Tuandat Chau

Eli Alexander Chavez

Emmanuel Chavez

Jesus Chavez

Davean Mitchel Chisholm

Abigail Mackenzie Clark

Billy Wayne Clark

Cody Dean Clark

Joseph Dean Clay

Elijah James Clowers

Isaiah Thomas Coates

Darius Duane Coleman

Christian Alexander Collins

Brian Lee Collum Jr.

Andee Marie Connelly

Kamille Contreras

Crystal Lee Cook

Emily Olivia Corley

Dania Arely Cortez Aroche

Kaydence Marie Cox

Mason Ung Craven

Charity Ann Cross

Aaron Reese Crouch

Yasmin Aylin Cruz

Jonathan Alan Cureton

Makayla Marie Curran

Patrick Abderrahim Dallaly

Kaedyn Sue Ines Dalton

Caleb Bradley Darby

Travynn Riley Dartez

Andrew James Davis

Madison Minola Deen

Charline Elizabeth Delacruz

Braden LaShawn Dennett

Genevieve Anne Denny

Kristen Ella Dever

Aden Chad Dikes

Jones Manning Dilbeck

Isabella Mattea Dillon

Matthew Trung Do

Christopher Minh Doan

Alan Thanh Doe

Mason Riley Doerfler

My`Aaliyah Taylor Maria-a Donaldson

Braiyden Wayne Donelson

Addison Claire Dossey

Mason Ian Rex Dougherty

Andrew Duong

Blake Randall Durham

Olivia Simone Durley

Sterling Reese Easley

Garrett Wendell Eddy

Gavin Parker Edwards

Tucker Heath Edge

Jacqueline Biboye Edwin Ngeri

Jackson Grant Eger

Jad Hamza El Yassir

Brynn Elizabeth Ellis

Joseph Brent Ellis

Gavin Connor Elmore

Tyler Shane Elmore

Cody Tyler Emerson

Liliana Grace Engelbert

Gabriel Amir Esbomahalli

Timothy Aaron Espinosa

Miranda Jayle Evey

Madison Marie Falconer

Yingjie Fang

Alivia Lee Farley

Jayme Lynn Farmer

Jaila Amaya Farrow

Jacob Austin Fast

Gabriel James Eli Ferrell

Braeden Derek Finkel

Reece Michelle Finnestad

Dresdan James Flores

Jessica Bailey Fogel

Brakston Daniel Fosnight

Samantha Raye Gabales

Estefani Gaeta

William David Gaines

Illyana Alexis Galarza

Adrian Gallegos

Yahir Garay

Diego Valentin Garcia

Eduardo Miguel Garcia

Emalee Noel Gardner

Darrien Clayton George

Victoria Beth Gerling

Aliyah Marie Gibbs

Henry Christopher Giberson

Sean Michael Gilbert

Braiden Deon Gissandaner

Gabriel Marcus Gladd

Nyema Anya Gomes Roberson

Breeanna Marie Gomez

Tresheon Nikalus Dwayne

Goosby

Caliyah Mariah Grate

Saylor Addison Gray

Erica Michelle Greenwood

Elizabeth Elaine Greer

Trevon Lynn Grisby

Colton James Griffin

Kayleigh Madison Gross

Karla Elena Guevara Cruz

Tabitha Christine Guinn

Dacoda Louise Gurney

Chase Ryder Hagstrom

Everleigh Jade Hagstrom

Jordon King Hagstrom

Lamiyah Dachelle Hair

Sawyer Jack Hamel

Amie Zjene Hardman

Austin Ryan Harlan

Kale Raymond Harrell

Catherine Unity Hayes Adams

Brooklynn Anne Marie Haynes

McKenzie Claire Heckathorn

Dylan Oliver Hedges

Natilee Jade Heinrich

Ashley Joey Heinz

Cameron Matthew Heltcel

Damaris Hernandez

Martin Ceasar Hernandez

Nicholas Peyton Hernandez

Ethan Charles Hicks

Kaelynn Marissa Higdon

Tristan Ryan Hitchcock

Izabella Danae Hodson Threm

Gavin Alexander Hoff

Jacob Matthew Hoffman

Brylin Jayk Holmes

Makai Kintrel Holmes

Mykaihl Ryder Hooks

Cale Allen Hornbeck

Aaron Michael Horner

Jacestin Jeffrey Huff

Nicholas Wade Huffine

Justice Tanner Hurd

Keely Reece Hurd

Corbin William Hurrelbrink

Ayasha Marie Hutchins

Bryan An Huynh

Michael Sang Huynh

Taehyun Bosco Hwang

Nadia Estefanie Irias

Tyler Elijah James

Aidan Jacob Jansing

Isabella Danielle Jenkins

Braden Elijah Johnson

Desmair Randell Johnson

Jordan Mekhi Johnson

Karleigh Elijanae Johnson

Kermit Ladell Johnson Jr.

Makala Marie Johnson

Mia Beth Johnson

Za`onna Róshell Johnson

Samantha Johnson Mendoza

Avery Renáe Jones

Eithon Marshall Jones

Gretchen Elaina Jones

Jayden Faith Jones

Kolbi Kyle Jones

Estrella Yarelin Jordan Castillo

Raylen Christine Kernell

Gavin Brooks Kidd

Jadon Chang Hyun Kim

Joshua Jisung Kim

Anabella Kerrin Kimber

Taylor Rae Kimmel

Amber Renea Kirk

Kyra Ann Kise

Connor Bennett Kiser

Maci Elizabeth Kletke

Isaiah Chandler Francisco Knight

Peyton Makenzie Koepke

Dillon Caden Koshiway

Matthew Michael Kowardy

Jacob Owen Koweno

Logan Neil Kretchmar

Layton Shawn Lane

Andy Duc Le

Andy Nguyen Le

Houston Le

Alexis Brianna Lee

Andrew Minh Som Lee

Dillon Wayne Levick

Emmanuel Leyva

Alexavier Jameson Lilke

Jeremiah Deangelo Lindsay

Hannah Rose Linenberger

Zaybree James Lippe

Kaden Riley Locke

Jase Christopher Lonsbury

Gracie Dawn Looper

Albert Lopez

Crystal Annabella Lopez

Israel Antonio Lopez

Kairi Mary Lucille Lorance

Evan Keith Lowe

Christopher Ambrocio Luna

Caitlin Ashley Lunow

Kevin Vu Luu

Kyler Laine Macias

Keiley Blyss Mahseet

Adriana Rose Maldonado

Wyatt Michael Malone

Andres Adair Mandujano

Anthony Ryan Manning

Gianna Jazzmine Marino

Raven D. Martin

Landon Christopher Martz

McKenna Lynn Mason

Shelby Colleen May

Koen Luke Mayberry

Malia Kennyetta McCarrell

Jahbez Taydan McFadden

Mason Jacob McGee

Aidan Asher McGuire

Ian Edward McIntyre

Kaley Marie McKee

Jackson Reid McManus

Brandi Karis McMillan

Nathan Alexander McMurtry

Hayden Ryan McNear

Hunter Austin Melick

Wednesday Anne Marie Mellon

Maddex Evan Merwin

Alek David Meyers

Jake Leon Mills

Rhiannon Dee Mills

Emma Enoyce Moore

Kingston Deshaun Moore

Estefany Yerlin Morales

Ryan Joseph Morales

Tatum Shea Morris

Natalie Jolie Muscatello

Ariana Grace Neal

Grant Dean Newell

Jordan Marvez Newman

Nikki Leigh Newman

Alena Boi Tien Nguyen

Andy An Nguyen

Kaitlin Tuyetnhi Nguyen

Martin Phuoc Nguyen

Mylinh Lillian Nguyen

Nickolas Minh Nguyen

Samantha Diem Nguyen

Sarah Thieny Nguyen

Teresa Minh Nguyen

Trang Kathy Nguyen

Vanessa Tuyetvy Nguyen

Lena Michelle Nightingale

Yuanchicheng Niu

Gavin Amadeus Ogden

Hayden Owen Olivas

Marcio Jaisean Ortiz

Aubrey Leigh Michelle Osburn

Alexandria Alyce Ott

Ariel Dnea Outlaw

Onesste True Page

Ricky Jai Parham

Emma Lynn Parker

Greyson Creed Parker

Vanessa Elaine Parker

Damini Mitesh Patel

Malena Daxesh Patel

Trisna Satish Patel

Tulsi Sunil Patel

Lucas Alexander Peaslee

Ruben Gariel Perdomo

Hazelle Marrie Perez

Matthew Ray Perez

Yuliana Perez

Helen Jimena Perez Garcia

Shauny Anayeli Perez Giron

Jacob Don Perkins

Ava Noelle Pettiford

Teresa Thuy Pham

Gracee Ann Phillips

Isabelle Renee Phillips

Jacob Calvin Lee Phillips

Eliana Ponce De Leon

Evan James Primrose

Abigail Acadia Prufert

Omeed Raghebi

Valerie Elizabeth Ramos

Hope Carlshea Patriell Randall

Kathryn Ellen Randol

Gage Lee Rawlings

Lily Grace Ray

Marisol Andrea Rayos

Jamison Leilani Reel

Brookelynn May Ricks

Kasen Mark Rinehart

Dayanara Rios

Grace Alejandra Rios

Jhada Nicole Roberts

Ivory Adelaide Robley

Koby Ray Rodgers

Esteban Sergio Rodriguez

Kaden Zane Rodriguez

Nevaeh Maria Rodriguez

Ethan Miguel Rojas

Cristopher Sebastian Rosales

Jadeyn Mackenzie Ruff

Daniel Ruiz Jr.

Zyriah Nevaeh Rust

Gabriel Holden Ryks

Noor Alhoda Salim

Destinee Nicole Salisbury

Julissia Amaris Sanchez

Kaylee Elianna Sanchez

Richard Sanchez

Aron Esteban Sanchez Nava

Ezequiel Sandate

Abigayle Renee Sanders

Brody Allen Sanders

Nicholas Xavier Sandoval

Elijah Manuel Santiago

Hope Abigail Satterlee

Christian Lawrence Savidge

Alyssa Nicole Scarsella

Ian Michael Schank

Asher Joe Schantz

Boston Lee Adam Schantz

Grayson Michael Hugh Schmidt

Hana Marie Schuerch

Brayden Cole Schwab

Marisa Ann Scott

Rylee Jewel Scott

Ayden Izeah Serrano

Morgan Venice Shade

Noah John Shaw

Raegan Malee Shephard

Angel Enrique Silva Romero

Aaron Michael Simmons

Tylan Matthias Sims

Tristyn Bree Sixkiller

Kami Bree Skinner

Hudson Ross Slate

Addison Grace Slayden

Gabriella Nichole Smith

Isaiah Michael Smith

Kaslyn Mikayla Smith

Olivia Marie Smith

Paige Caroline Smith

Tyleena Payton Rayneece Smith

Matthew Ryan Snowden

Serena Kim Snyder

Jaxon Brody Sorrells

Sarah Edith Sowder

Jacob William Spaulding

Ryan Jay Spaulding

Jaylen Marie Sprinkle

Kian Jace Spurlin

Logan Garrett Stafford

Marina Rae Stephens

Sephina Jayde Stevenson

Nicholas Jay Stoker

Kenneth Raysen Stoliby

Hermen Duff Story

Mason Kade Sturm

Michaela Sutherland

Nolan Henry Swindler

Gabriel Alan Tarpley

Christopher Lee Tayamen Jr.

Breyden Anthony Taylor

Connor Shane Taylor

Jayden Bryce Teel

Ryan Clay Terral

Ziy´Ana Lasha Thompson

Meryk Alexander Tilse

Siera Nicole Torres

Dilaila Julissa Torres-Gonzales

Harry Tran

Kaylei Dyann Travis

Sophia Kennedy Travis

Giselle Peggy Trick

Melanie Jasmalette Valdes

Niaomi Delilah Valerio-Weekley

Angelina Anahi Valtierra

Serenity Wonya Natrice Vaughn

Hayli Pilar Velazquez

Khloe Makenna Vicedomini

Louis Lam Vo

Huy Khanh Vu

Grant Allie William Wade

Jett David Wade

Holden Alan Wake

Dayshon Marques Walker

Kolbie Faith Walker

Karma Shyann Wallace

Jayden Wang

Abigale Lily Watson

Nevaeh Jeslyn Joy Watson

Gracelyn Dawn Weaver

Makenzie Taylor Weddle

Marcus Zachary Weddle

Izac Michael Welch

Madison Lynn West

Braylen Lamont White

Bryce Christian White

Katelyn Shannon White

Isaiah Lee Whitley

Makayla Rose Williams

Rielyn Hope Williams

Semiah Renee Williams

Tyler Don Williams

Hallie Elle Willson

Aaralei Kamora Wilson

James Michael Wingate III

Ryland Rae Wisooker

Cash Rion Witt

Dane Dale Wiyninger

Cristina Marlene Ajhani Wong

Ayanna Nichole Woods

Oaklee Christopher Wren

Jessie Lorelai Wright

Abigail Tiffany Yaffe

Ian Miles Yaffe

Layne David Yandell

Brandon Yanez

Imani Joelle Young

William Anthony Young

Joseph Zavala

Logan Christopher Ziegler

The Importance of Enjoying Nature

My childhood home had the biggest vegetable and flower gardens in nowhere. It was my dad’s pride and joy. After spending the entire workweek on his feet, he was down on his knees with his hands in the soil every Sunday. I didn’t understand why he wanted to spend his day off digging in the garden. I never imagined that gardening could be relaxing.

Thirty years later, I had an “a-ha” moment. My dad was ahead of his time. He never knew about mindfulness or meditation. The term Zen didn’t exist in his world, but he was experiencing peace and contentment, lost in the rhythm of gardening, in a Zen state of mind.

“Gardening lends an outlet for keeping the hands and mind busy,” says Charlie Hall, Ph.D.. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension horticulture specialist. Practicing mindfulness, focusing, and concentrating on what you’re doing while digging, planting, weeding, and trimming reduces anxiety and negative thoughts.

Unlike Dad, I don’t have the innate skill to make things grow. However, this winter felt like it went on forever. I couldn’t wait for the warmth so I could get away to my backyard. I spent the winter months looking through Better Homes and Gardens, Burpee seed catalogs, and Pinterest boards fantasizing about my summer garden. I felt less paralyzed with anxiety, my spirits lifting. I happily anticipated the day I could grab a shovel, transplant the overpowering hostas, and make room for fragrant flowering plants and delicious vegetables.

It’s pretty easy to get started. The internet contains websites explaining the basics and the best flowers for beginners. Here are a few good ones:

• Good Housekeeping

• Home Depot

• Better Homes & Gardens

Gardening can be an effective tool for self-care. “We have become so accustomed to multi-tasking and being totally plugged in during our everyday lives. Gardening requires that we focus only on one thing at a time and that we are fully present in the moment.

Outdoor gardening exposes us to sunshine and Vitamin D, but bringing nature indoors can also make us calmer, happier, and healthier. Studies show indoor plants’ psychological and physical benefits include improved mood, reduced fatigue, and lower stress and anxiety levels.

If there’s no outdoor access to plant a garden, caring for houseplants on a balcony or windowsill provides physical activity that distracts the mind from stress-inducing responsibilities. It’s not hard to achieve a mindful, meditative state. While watering the plants, stay in the present moment. Don’t rush through it. Take a few deep breaths. Really pay

attention to what you’re doing. Focus on the leaves and flowers; touch them; talk to them!

While tending to the garden is therapeutic for the gardener, your loved ones will also respond well to being among the flowers and greenery. Healing gardens, green spaces in hospitals and other healthcare facilities provide refuge and promote healing in patients, families, and staff. They offer respite from the hospital atmosphere and introduce pleasant scenery to look at and listen to. It’s easier to relax and heal in nature, surrounded by various colors, scents, sounds, and sun.

Humans are hard-wired to unwind in a natural setting.

Of course, sometimes it’s impossible to find a park or garden. Being trapped in a metropolitan area probably makes us crave the outdoors even more. YouTube has a wide variety of nature videos with sound effects and music. Watching and listening to waterfalls, ocean waves, trees rustling in the wind, birds, and blooming flowers can relieve anxiety and calm the nerves. They can stimulate a more pleasant mindset. I find videos mesmerizing, especially on cold or rainy days when I don’t dare step out the door.

Whether down and dirty in the home garden, relaxing in a healing garden at a facility, or watching nature videos, it’s easy to take a revitalizing escape. Green thumbs and brown thumbs alike can find a way to enjoy nature.

May 1

MAY 2025

11:00 a.m. Speaker Lanaye Trick South Pointe Rehab 12:30 p.m. Corn Hole

May 2 11:00 a.m. May Birthday’s 12:15 p.m. Bingo with MCOA 2:00 p.m. Table Tennis

May 5 9:00 a.m. Classic Movie Cloak and Dagger

May 6 10:00 a.m. Wii Bowling

May 7 12:30 p.m. Board Games 1:00 a.m. Afternoon Movie

May 8 12:15 p.m. Mother’s Day Party 12:30 p.m. Corn Hole

May 9 12:15 p.m. Bingo with Flora 2:00 p.m. Table Tennis

May 12 9:00 a.m. Classic Movie King Ralph

May 13 10:00 a.m. Library 10:00 a.m. Wii Bowling

May 14 11:45 a.m. Fresh Cobbler 12:30 p.m. Board Games 1:00 p.m. Afternoon Movie

May 15 12:30 p.m. Corn Hole

May 16 2:00 p.m. Table Tennis

May 19 9:00 a.m. Classic Movie Ghost Dad 9:45 a.m. MCOA Board Meeting 12:15 p.m. Bingo with Scott

May 20 10:00 a.m. Library 10:00 a.m. Wii Bowling

May 21 12:30 p.m. Board Games 1:00 p.m. Afternoon Movie

May 22 11:00 a.m. Speaker Jeremy with Global Health 12:30 p.m. Corn Hole

May 23 2:00 p.m. Table Tennis

May 26 Closed for Memorial Day

May 27 10:00 a.m. Wii Bowling

May 28 12:30 p.m. Board Games 1:00 p.m. Afternoon Movie

May 29 11:00 a.m. Speaker James from Moore Funeral Home with Pre-plan 12:30 p.m. Corn Hole

May 30 2:00 p.m. Table Tennis

Exercise: Mon, Wed, & Fri 10:15

Stretch, Strengthen and Health: Tues. 9:30

Open Art Studio: Tue. 8:30 & Fri. 9:00

Chair Yoga: Tues. & Thurs. 10:15

Arm Chair Travel: Wed. 9:00am

Woodcarving: Wed. & Thurs. 9:00 – 11:00

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

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

Aging Services

Monday through Friday

Call & make reservation by 1:00pm. Reservations for meals: 793-9069

Donation for a meal for seniors 60 & above: $2.25

Required cost for guests under 60: $5.00

CONGRATULATIONS, CLASS OF 2025!

Landon Coale Abjornson

Esmi Anayei Adams

Biodun Johnson Adesanya

Anthony Olufemi Ajetunmobi

Kayli May Akin

Ericka Lee Ann Akins

Hussnain Ali

Morgan Chaosity Allan

Baker Adrian Allred

Aileen Stephanie Alvarez

Elias Alvarez Jr.

Rhylie Makenna Anderson

Zoe Renee Anderson Jackson

Journey Marie Aragon

Zye Ian Arbertha

Ayden Jade Armstrong

Mason Jeffrey Armstrong

Isabella Arquieta

Makenzie Paige Asbery

Alan Farid Avila

Timothy Paul Aydt

Rossani Rachel Roi Babbit

Parker Douglas Baer

Lucas Benjermin Bailey

Amy Lilly Ann Baird

Patrick Grayson Baker

Brandon Israel Banuelos

Erik Alan Bargewell Jr.

Kagen William Barker

Garrett James Barnard

Grant Allan Barnard

Addison Grace Barrett

Jennifer Anahi Bautista

Omar Bautista

Maddox Cole Beavers

Makayla Ashtyn Been

Makayla Dawn Brooklyn Bellows

Gracie Taylor Billins

Marcus Deshawn Christopher

Blackwell

Christian Wes Bloodworth

Mary Le Bolin

Jonah D Bond

Jacob Bynum Bourland

Samuel Joseph Bourland

Ashlyn Nicole Bowden

Isabela Grace Bowdler

Saffron Madison Bowie

Andrew Gregory Bowron

Evan Michael Boyer

Brooklyn Elizabeth Brace

Jaeda Aleah Bradford

Jaemie Alise Bradford

Juliya Elle Brannum

Chason Kade Brassfield

Nolen James Bright

Katherine Nadine Brink

Jaquailah Ranneh Britton

Ariana Brkic

Brienna Brodner

Aeris Briana Broeker

Jordan Dayona Brown

Mariyah Marie Brown

Ethan Pierce Bryant

Catherine Lan Anh Bui

Elizabeth Tieng Nhien Bui

Dewayne Maurice Bumphus Jr.

Iliana Sarai Burciaga

Tanner Reynard Burgess

Morgan Renae Burghart

Julius Malachi Cade

Kiley Marie Caldwell

Taleigh Nicole Calton

Angel Marie Campbell

Thy Phuong Cao

Paytin Shawn Capra

Sophia Anastasia Caracostas

Eduardo Andres Caraza Rangel

Stacy Yelitza Carnero Desantiago

Xiomara Carnero Gonzalez

Timber Grace Carr

Sofia Carrillo

Carmen Judith Carrion Charqueno

Zuri Casas

Damian Ricardo Cazares

Grace Elizabeth Cerney

Olivia Isabelle Chakrabarty

Rosanna Chau

Daylin Alessandra Chavarria Morales

Amanda Salinas Chavez

Ana Isabelle Chavez

Cael Romeo Chavez

Isaac Rome Chavez

Kyra Reneé Clark

Bryce Christian Clements

Daxton Dee Clemons

Carmen Symone Cody

Joseph William Coffey

Kristin Leslie Coker

Ty Bryan Cole

Tatum Rose Coleman

Kiley Michelle Collins

Tyrone Ray Collins

Railey Diane Core

Daniel Anthony Corpuz

Isabella Rose Cox

Champerian Lebasi Cramer

Jalen Marie Rose Cramer

Evan Robert Crofford

Elora Dannin Marie Crow

Jaydon Tyler Crowe

Tyshaun Terrell Crutcher

Alexa Cuellar

Romaryea Tylei Demicheal Curtis

Daniel Brian Daley

Kristin Kieu Duyen Dang

Mitchell Tuan Minh Dang

Emma Rose Daniel

Dakota Curtis Davis

Kayanna Dalonne-Raylynn Davis

Olivia May Davis

Daniela Guadalupe De La Cruz

Elaine De Leon

Jasen Essai Delacruz Herrera

Diego Alejandro Deleon

Joaquin Emilio Deleon

Diego Alberto Deloera

Ian Adam Dement

Lena Prasanna DeSelle

Hailey Grace Dildine

Guerin Robert Dixon

Zaine Alexander Dodd

Zeth Xavier Dodd

Carson Andrew Donohue

Tre Lyn Alexander Dorsey

Cole Tyler Dougherty

Haley Michelle Dowdy

Garisen Daniel Draper

Myles Joseph Dunne

Haylee Marie Dwyer

Olivia Charleze Echols

Vianney Victoria Elizondo Carranza

Lily May Elliott

Aiyslan Laney Emery

Isaiah Erving

Lilyana Rose Escamilla

Ilana Ponce Evangelista

Ryan Parker Evans

Conlan Matthew Fields

Shawn Larue Fields Jr.

Diego Cruz Figueroa

Reed Michael Fitzgerald

Addison Erin Fletcher

Stephen Taisuke Flint

Fernando Flores Jr.

Jacquelin Flores Espinoza

Valeria Guadalupe Flores Sierra

Alayna Florez

Isaac Thomas Forman

Alexandrea Mae Foy

Keshaun Francis

Ray Duong Frazier

Jaylee Elizabeth Freeman

Payton Grace Freeman

Finn Scott Joel Frisby

Dadreanna Autranice Frost

Eli James Fulton

Gavin Lee Gagnon

Paula Hannah Marie Galindo

Pearl Anna Marie Galindo

Kaysie Jane Gallope

Connor Christopher Gann

Azumy Jolie Garcia

Gerardo Garcia Rodriguez

Christopher Adam Garrett Jr.

Tyjshae Nucari Garrett

Elijah Manuel Garza

Xkaret Xiaret Gaspar Salguero

Frederick Nathaniel Gaston

Tanyah Dachelle Monique Gates

Vinna Bi Geh

Addison Lynn Gibson

Haiden Patricia Gibson

Nora Evelyn Gibson

Jackson Lee Giordano

Shawn Wilson Giordano

Jacob Dylan Goddard

Jocelyn Gomez

Reann Angel Gonzales

Anjelic Gonzalez

Jose Adrian Gonzalez

Dulce Ariana Gonzalez Ibarra

James William Graven

Ryne Joseph Green

Daelon Onell Greenslade

Ember Joy Griffin

Jaelynn Rae Teffer Griffin

Evan David Grillo

Marianna Emily Guin

Aralyn Destiny Guy

Jennie Ha

Colton Allen Haase

Rachel Irene Haggard

Kendall Scott Hall

Carson Jay Hamer

Kaelin Elizabeth Han

Jacob Joseph Hannah

Arman Bharat Hari

Destinee Zariah Harris

Ethan Elijah Harris

Madyson Dawn Harris

Nathan Alexander Harris

Peyton Ryan Hatchell

Peyton Nicole Hauck

Lyrah Marie Hayhurst

Chloe Jaidon Head

Amelia Coryn Hedgespeth

John Aaron Hermosillo

Melanie Giselle Hernandez

Daniela Valentina Herrera

Presley Jane Hickman

Jada Tiya Hicks

Evelyn Mae Hidalgo

Izabelle I Hidalgo Cline

Tina Thanh Ho

Kien Trung Hoang

Shila Kaylee Hobbs

Alexis Rosalyn Hoffman

Shantel Lee Holman

Henry Joseph Hong

Alexis Mary Hooper

Natalie Grace Horn

Xavier William Hubbard

Cortlin Shae Hudson

Brady Lee Huffer

Janease Resha Humphrey

Jaden Ray Hunter

Juan Carlos Hurtado

Michael Gregory Husen

Lavang Tong Huynh

Tien Anthony Huynh

Preston Alexander Igleheart

Jada Iglesias Silva

Samara Islam

Hayze Christian Ivey

Adair Alexander Jackson

Haylee Lynn Jackson

Jeremiah Kain Jackson

Prestin Michuel James

Sachin Kumar Jaswal

Jada Renae Jenkins

Natane Sienna Jenkins

Chrystal Marie Jette

Abigail Grace Johnson

Katelynn LaShay Ariel Johnson

Jacob William Jones

Jordan Lamar Jones

Jude Brian Jones

Kailee Ann Jones

Shandi Summer Jones

Kayden Christopher Kappel

Annan Karim

Cadence Jane Keas

Jack John Keller

Devlin Ray Kelly

Kitana Reighn Kelly

Van Oliver Kennedy

Joshua Lee Killingsworth Bennett

Josiah Raye King

Chase Kirkland

Lily Blue Knight

Camryn Alexandria Knox

Addison Young Ko

Eden Rylee Kreitzer

Ian David Kutner

Devin Jecori Lacroix

Evan Taylor Lance

Rodney Edward Lane III

Madeline Kay Lawless

Damian Faustino Lazaro

Alex Minh Quoc Le

Anh Pham Kim Le

Cardin Hoang Le

Daisy Tu Le

Nathan Hieu Le

Sarah Le

Tyler Cong Tuan Le

Michelle Young Lee

Nathan Elijah Leija

Michael Omari Lemons

Sophia Isabella Leonetti

Abigail Emily Faith Lewis

Lorenzo Demonte Lewis

Tredell Otis Lewis

Ivan Orlando Leyva

Macie Ann Lile

Wenxi Lin

Shay Adryan Ling

Grayson Parker Linville

Ayden Wilburn Little

Sofia Danielle Loera

Fallon Charisma Irene Long

Larisha Danea Long

Tymya Jean Long

CONGRATULATIONS, CLASS OF 2025!

Adrian James Lopez

Catolina Almeira Alcina Lopez

Elijah Magdaleno Guadalupe Lopez

Nathan Andrew Lopez

Victor Ezekiel Lopez

Yoselyn Vivian Lopez Avriett

Angel Gabriel Lopez Sandoval

Derek Oswaldo Lozoya

Gia Han Lu

Benjamin David Lucas Jr.

Linh Gia Ly

Carsyn Renea Lyne

Devin Ray Macdonald

Peyton Marie Malekovic

Maisha Maliha

Adam Christopher Mallory Steele

Andrew Christopher Mangum

Kansas Rain Mansker

Bryson Daniel Marshall

Jeremiah Owen Marshall

Karisma Rashay Marshall

Samuel Cameron-Craig Marshall

Ashlynn Vyvjala Martin

Richard Bradley Martin

Christopher Manuel Alvaro Martinez

Juan Carlos Martinez

Pablo Luis Martinez

Kailey Renee Martinez Smith

Nicole Elly Mata

Brianna Lashae Maximin

Madisyn Alizabeth McCann

Ireland Paige McCauley

Zion Dean McCauley

Kaylee Jayden McClendon

Miah Rose McCool

Michael Anthony McFarland

Connor Wayne McKee

Camryn Spring McMillan

Jayvien Cordae McNeely

Kaleb Cole McVey

Michael Wayne Levi McWhorter

Kennedy Aryian Means

Elvia Sally Medina

Jesus Abraham Mendez Soria

Araba Ankomaa Mensah

Ana Zuleyka Mergil

Zackery Ty Meyer

Bailie Marie Miller

Montana Rayne Miller

Valeria Nicole Molero Gomez

Lauren Elizabeth Mombeini

Gaebrial Isiah Montgomery

Ezra James Moody

Jordyn Taylor Moody

Raja Sophia Moone

Jacob Ryan Mooney

Hailey Juhree Moore

Josiah James Moore

Aidan Alexander Moore Ward

Elizabeth Linda Morales

Rogelio Morales Castillo

Fredy Alberto Moreno

Autumn Dawn Morris

Konrad Alexander Mowery

Noe Luciano Muniz

John Peter Kasko Munster

Shamaiah Bly Muse

Harmony Belle Myers

Samay Rashmin Natha

Achoafoa Hope Newman

Jordan Paige Newton

Diane Ha Ngo

Jesse Quan Ngo

Nhi Tuyet Ngu

Anh Van Nguyen

Benson Nguyen

Bryant Le Nguyen

Cat Tien Nguyen

Dat Anh Nguyen

Han Tct Nguyen

Janie Lam Nguyen

Katie Khanh Ngan Nguyen

Leyna Vy Nguyen

Lynda Diep Nguyen

Michelle Nguyen

Phat Kim Nguyen

Thanh Hong Nguyen

Tran Phan Bao Nguyen

Will Anthony Nguyen

Mia Mariana Nieto

Ryker Lee Noran

Jaylenne Adelina Ochoa

Hakeem Lebron Olawuyi

Cole Holland Olguin

Sasha Victoria Olson

Keltin James Oneal

Salvador Amadeus Ontiveros III

Jamiah Shawnice Orange

Shayla Raylynn Orange

Brylynn Grace Ormiston

Vidal Rolando Ortiz II

Latisha Denise Overy

Maddison Augustin Pando

Adrianna Parga

Mia Louise Parker

Aditey Hitesh Patel

Niki Pramodkumar Patel

Kynlee Joy Makenna Patnode

Sena Anne Paul

Haylee Renee Paxton

Aiden Layne Peak

Daniel Jaden Perez

Maxim Vior Perez

Tahze Dylon Mayle Perkins

Angel Jose Petit Arrieta

Katrina Anahi Petker

Cynthia Pham

Hoang Dung Pham

My Thao Pham

Theresa My Linh Pham

Thi Ngoc Dung Phan

Uyen Thi Truc Phan

Sabriel My-Duyen Phung

Carlos Alberto Planas IV

Myshontee Loweta Pollard

Isabella Ruth Lynn Poole

Ethan Williamson Poynor

Jacob Zachary Poynor

Teagan Michelle Prentice

Zoe Reece Pryor

Morgan Janae Putt

Boston Calvin Quigel

Taryn Lynn Quy

Audra Lynne Ramey

Gabriella Leigh Ramirez

Aaron Glen Ray Jr.

Preslee Lillian Ray

Jacob Michael Reed

Nicole Dawn Reeves

Sophia Grace Reeves

Isabella Nicole Reid

Adrik Bayne Rejon

Caleb Elijah Rey

Caylee Marie Reyes

Joshua Noah Reyes Santillan

Emma Grace Riddle

Libby Kay Riel

Diego Abraham Rios

Jose Miguel Rios

Richard Trae Rios

Isabella Anne Rivera

Valery Nicole Rivera Hernandez

Alexia Suzett Rivera Herrera

Cale Tate Roark

Karson Kyler Robbins

Rozalyn Gray Robinson

Benjamin Robles Jr.

Diego Renee Rocha

Gerardo Rocha Jr.

Ulisses Rodarte

Anabelle Marie Rodriguez

Gavin Troy Alexander Rodriguez

Lee Aurelio Rodriguez

London Bryce Rodriguez

Ruby Yasmin Rodriguez

Myshaunae Chamaya Michael Rogins

Amairany Natalia Rojo

Cesar Ulices Ronquillo Cardona

Zachary Don Ross

Andrea Elena Ruiz

Eric Lynn Russell

Victor Da'Mont Ryan

Rozlyn Trinidad Sanchez

Abdiel Efren Sanchez Lopez

Hunter Marie Sandbo

Valeria Sanroman

Nathaly Nicole Santana

Samuel Alan Schuster

Jorge Alberto Segundo

Emily Christine Shackleton

Kah'mori Catherine Shaw

Baylar Wells Makoto Shimabukuro

Janay Lexi Sianez

Javier Sianez

Muhammad Safeer Siddiqui

Lexi Rain Sills

Mary Isabella Silva

Nathon Caid Simmers

Austin Kyle Simmons

Dahshanti Nakole Simmons

Eden Alexis Tlapak Simmons

Mea Alexis Simpson Vazquez

Jonathon Cooper Sisson

Ezra Joseph Sloat

Rylee Nicole Smallwood

Caleb Duane Smith

Darren Pigeon Smith

Kylee Michelle Smith

Laila Tali Smith

Noah Scott Smith

Shawn Ryan Smith Jr.

Madilynn Kay Sneller

Thomas Carter Snow

Sienna Mya Soriano

Breaira Aubry Sosa

Eliana Soto

Carinne Simone Sowah

Tegan Matthew Spell

Meghan Elyse Spiva

Siddaleigh Kay Steelman

Katelyn Marie Stephenson

Joshua Tanner Stollsteimer

Mackenize Nicole Stover

Mallory Danielle Stricker

Slade Lee Stringfellow

Laniyah Rae Stripling

Sydney Ellis Stripling

Rolando Talamantes

Kierra Nicole Talley

Diego Tapia

Esteban Tapia

Chad Dean Taylor

Dayah Chanel Taylor

Ryan Vance Taylor

Sani Nalivia Thomas

Omari Don Thorne

Jalen Malcolm Tibbs

Eva Michelle Tice

Angelina Suzan Tiger

Kira Danyele Tipton

Justin Ray Clifton Tofpi

Ty William Clark Tofpi

Brynn Rori Tomlinson

Enrique Leonel Torres

Tristan Alexander Torres

Alex Hy Tran

Caysey Nhan Tran

Hanh Ly My Tran

Helen Tran

Julina Thao Ngoc Tran

Michael Phuoc Tran

Tedd Nguyen Tran

Van Thi Dieu Tran

Viana Tran Ho

Victor Angel Trevino

Salvador Trujillo

Chloe Khamy Truong

Ryleigh Brooke Tucker

Sean Kin Tuong

Riley Michelle Underwood

Emmily Cristina Urey

Ashlyn Dawnmarie Urwin

Juan Lucas Valdez

Roselin Valdez

Sophia Nguyen Van

Michael James Edwin Cutsinger Vann

Brennen Andrew Vaughan

Alondra Jerlianne Vazquez Diaz

Alan Alonso Velasco

Valerya Villalobos Lopez

Freddy Villanueva Jr.

Aldo Josue Viramontes Prieto

Danikka Nhu Minh Vo

Drayden Tinh Vo

Suyajshi Chans Vongkhamchanh

Alissa Truc Vu

Steven Huy Vuong

Journey Vonne Walden

Justin James Wall

Isaiah Malik Lashaun Wallace

Layney Mackenzie Walton

Kelly Marie Ward

Jacob Scott Wehba

Jacob William Welton

Preston William Werner

Hayden Donovan Wesley

Zachary Michael West

Flint Mitchell Wheatley

Roxy Ann Wheeler

Colton Ray Wiens

Jacolby Marice Williams

Bryleigh Rae Willingham

Denver Michael Wilson

Samuel Boyd Wilson

Tylin Darnell Wilson Boyd

Arabella Grace Winans

Emma Loraine Winter

Kortnee Danielle Wood

Rex Landon Wood

Jessica Nicole Woods

Griffin Michael Woodson

Samia Astrid Yanez Meza

Ayla Kenzie Yeakley

Alejandro Manuel Zapata

Briona Alexus Zavala

During a visit to the Dallas-Fort Worth area a few years back, Moore Police Chief Todd Gibson saw a volunteer program that resonated with his vision for the MPD. It gave birth to VIPS: Volunteers in Police Services, an active and growing program that connects local volunteers with essential tasks in the Moore community.

Captain Kevin Brown supervises the program and believes it is already having a very positive impact on the community.

Check program, which sends volunteers to check on citizens’ homes while on vacation.”

Captain Brown said that even though the program is still in the early stages of development, there’s room for more volunteers. The program is open to anyone 18 years or older, but retirees seem to be the best candidates because they tend to have more free time. Those interested will need to go through an approval process that includes the nine-week-long Citizens Police Academy.

Captain Brown said, “That gives them a working knowledge of the police department and an understanding of our procedures. After that, they would also have to go through a full background check. Once they’ve finished that, they can put in an application for the VIPS program.”

“VIPS is a great bridge and a valuable program,” said Captain Brown. “It gives volunteers, many of whom are retirees, a chance to get involved in the community and helps us build relationships with our citizens.”

The VIPS program isn’t just a feel-good way for volunteers to spend their free time. Captain Brown says those volunteers assist with tasks essential to the community and the Moore Police Department.

“Part of what they do is assist our officers with various responsibilities through our agency,” said Brown. “These valuable tasks, like working with records, free our officers up to do other important things. They also help us with programs outside the office like Meals on Wheels and our House

Moore’s VIP program has started small to ensure it was well-constructed, but Captain Brown says that the department is now ready to expand on it.

“We’re always evaluating where we’re at,” said Captain Brown, “And right now we do have a few people who have put in applications and are getting close to coming onboard and volunteering.”

If you’re interested in learning more about the VIPS program, or any other citizens’ programs offered by the Moore Police Department, just visit cityofmoore.com, and then click on Police Department in the Departments & Divisions section of the main menu.

How to Get a Better Night’s Sleep

May is National Better Sleep Month, supported by the Better Sleep Council. This month raises awareness about the benefits of better sleep and how poor sleep can disrupt our lives. According to the American Sleep Association, more than 50 million people have a sleep disorder.

A good night’s sleep, together with diet and exercise, is essential to mental, emotional, and physical health. During sleep, our bodies work to support our brain function and maintain physical health. Poor sleep results in poor concentration, irritability, a weakened immune system, higher stress levels, headaches, weight gain, and an increase in blood pressure. High blood pressure can be a precursor to heart attacks and strokes.

Not enough sleep during middle age may increase the risk for dementia later in life. Proper sleep helps with growth and development in children and teens. College students are at the most risk due to sleep deprivation; 60% of undergraduates reported poor sleep quality, and 25% reported insomnia. The National Sleep Foundation recommends 7-8 hours of sleep per night for all older adults.

Tips to help you get a good night's sleep:

• Loneliness is one of the risk factors for insomnia, so GO SOCIALIZE! Visit community/senior centers, libraries, lectures, participate in activities, and volunteer.

• Make sleep a priority and stay consistent with your bedtime schedule, including weekends.

• Create a bedtime routine that is screen-free, like reading a book, listening to soothing music, soaking in the

tub, meditation, and drawing/journaling. Keep your work materials out of the room.

• Your room should be dark, quiet, comfortable, and cool. Dedicate your room to rest and relaxation.

• Reduce/eliminate naps during the day, but if napping is a must, avoid napping late in the day and for more than an hour.

• Replace mattresses every 5-7 years and pillows yearly.

• Seniors who exercise regularly report falling asleep faster and sleeping longer. Exercising too late in the day can keep you awake due to the adrenaline released during the exercise.

• Avoid eating alcohol, nicotine, and caffeine close to bedtime – they can lead to poor sleep. Avoid caffeinated beverages after 2 p.m.

I wouldn’t be a dietitian if I didn't include foods that can help you sleep through the night. Foods that increase serotonin, along with B vitamins and folic acid, promote healthy sleep. A study in The Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine found that eating high-fiber, low-saturated-fat meals leads to deeper sleep.

• Complex carbohydrates are high in fiber and B vitamins. Try whole-grain pasta, bread, cereals, crackers, and brown rice.

• Lean proteins such as low-fat cheese, chicken, turkey, and fish are high in the amino acid tryptophan, which can increase serotonin.

• Unsaturated fats that are found in nuts are not only good for heart health but also increase serotonin levels.

• Magnesium-rich foods such as green leafy vegetables, nuts, seeds, avocados, and back beans can promote serotonin production.

• Beverages such as warm milk, including plantbased milk, and herbal teas such as chamomile and peppermint can make the body feel warm and relaxed and promote a good night's sleep. The calcium in milk has a soothing effect on the nervous system.

We spend a third of our lives sleeping, so it’s vital that we take steps to improve our sleep habits. Let’s make our sleep a priority and combine regular exercise with good nutrition – this way, we can enjoy the other two-thirds of our lives energized, rejuvenated, healthy, and stress-free!

Orthopedic Injuries in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — Go to Ortho Stat When They Happen

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) and grappling in general is more than just a martial art. For many, it’s a way of life. The grind of daily training, the constant pursuit of improvement and the camaraderie on the mats create a deep connection between athletes and the sport. But with that intensity also comes a high risk for injuries.

At Ortho Stat and Ortho Central, we’re seeing more and more BJJ athletes walk through our doors. Why? Because injuries in this sport are common—and when they happen, athletes need quick, specialized care to avoid long-term damage and get back to training and making gains.

Let’s take a closer look at some of the most common orthopedic injuries in BJJ, how to recognize them and why Ortho Stat is a smart choice for recovery.

Knee Injuries — The knee is one of the most vulnerable joints in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Whether you're shooting for a takedown, playing open guard or defending a pass, the knee is constantly under stress from twisting, torquing and lateral pressure.

While some soreness is part of the game, more serious injuries can—and do—happen. There are differences between being hurt and injured. Meniscus tears and MCL strains are especially common, often caused by sudden directional changes or getting caught in unpredictable scrambles.

If your knee feels unstable, locks up or swells significantly, it’s time to stop rolling and seek care. You may feel like you can grit through the pain, but untreated knee injuries can sideline you for much longer if not treated appropriately to begin with.

Shoulder Injuries — The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the body, which also makes it one of the easiest to injure—especially in a sport like BJJ where it’s targeted constantly. Moves like the kimura, americana, and omoplata are designed to isolate and stress the shoulder joint.

Many BJJ athletes experience rotator cuff tears, labral injuries or even partial dislocations, especially after resisting submissions or absorbing pressure during transitions. While some shoulder soreness is to be expected, persistent clicking, dislocation, weakness or pain when lifting the arm overhead can signal something more serious.

Elbow Injuries — The armbar is one of BJJ’s most iconic submissions—and one of the most common sources of elbow injuries. Even if you tap before full extension, the elbow joint can still be pushed beyond its natural limit, especially in fast-paced rolls.

If your elbow feels loose, weak or painful when extending, come see us. Ortho Stat’s on-site imaging and orthopedic specialists can help determine whether it’s a minor strain or something that needs more indepth treatment.

Fingers, Wrists and Hands — From spider guard to sleeve grips, your hands are always in play during BJJ. That constant tension takes a toll—especially when grips are broken forcefully or fingers get caught in the gi.

Common injuries include:

• Dislocated or jammed fingers

• Wrist sprains from posting during takedowns

• Chronic tendonitis from overuse

While many athletes write these off as minor, hand and wrist injuries can become chronic without proper rest and treatment. If it’s swollen, bruised or you’re having trouble gripping, it’s worth getting checked out.

When Should You Come to Ortho Stat?

One of the hardest things for BJJ athletes to do is recognize when they need to take a break. But listening to your body is essential—because what starts as a minor tweak can become a long-term issue if left untreated.

It’s time to get evaluated if:

• You experience swelling, instability, or limited range of motion

• You feel or hear a pop during a roll

• You’re unable to grip, extend or bear weight normally

• Pain gets worse over time, not better

Ortho Stat: Same-Day Orthopedic Care for Martial Artists

That’s where we come in. Ortho Stat is a walk-in orthopedic urgent care clinic built for active people—like BJJ athletes—who can’t afford to wait weeks for answers. Instead of heading to a crowded ER or waiting for a referral, you can get expert care fast.

Our team treats sprains, strains, dislocations, fractures and overuse injuries—on the spot. With onsite imaging and access to orthopedic specialists, you’ll get answers and a treatment plan right away, so you can focus on recovery and getting back on the mats.

No appointments. No referral. No wasted time.

OSplash Pads and Pavilions are Coming for Summer 2025

Provided by the City of Moore

ne of the coolest places to hang out this summer will be at one of Moore’s 13 parks, located throughout the city. In all, you’ll find over 300 acres of parks featuring a variety of activities. That includes five parks with splash pads: Apple Valley Park, Fairmoore Park, Little River Park, Parmele Park, and Westmoore Trails Park.

Splash pads at those five parks open for the season beginning Friday, May 9, through Sunday, September 14. The splash pads will be open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and are free to access.

In addition to splash pads, many of Moore’s parks offer amenities like walking trails, Wi-Fi access, and pavilions that can be reserved for birthday parties and family gatherings. You can find a complete list of the City of Moore’s parks, along with the amenities offered at each park and instructions for reserving a pavilion, simply by using the QR code. To reserve any of the City’s park pavilions, complete the Park Pavilion Rental Application and bring it to the Parks and Recreation Department at The Station at Central Park (700 S. Broadway Ave.), Moore, OK.

And if you have any questions about the City of Moore’s fantastic parks, call 405-793-5090.

What's Happening in Moore?

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

THE YELLOW ROSE THEATER

1005 SW 4th Street

The Light Master

Through May 31

Set sail for laughter and adventure in the small town of Biscuit Bay! The 2025 production of “The Light Master” runs through May 31st at the Award-Winning Yellow Rose Dinner Theater. Fun for the entire family! Call 405-793- 7779 for more information or to make your reservations!

CHURCH & SPIRITUAL CONNECTION

FIVE LOAVES FOOD PANTRY

Wednesday, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sundays, 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.

291 W. Main Street – the Northeast Door. Or by appointment: call 405-794-6671 (Moore First United Methodist Church).

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).

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Monday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Faith Crossing Baptist Church, 13701 S. Pennsylvania. For more information, contact Nancy at 405-514-9990.

CITY MEETINGS & EVENTS

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

Monday, May 5 at 6:30 p.m.