A supplement of the Pauls Valley Democrat

Adrienne GrimmettA pillar in the Community

Progress2009

A look at localbusinesses andtheir progress

over the last year.

Physical Therapy Central, located at 1600 Airline Road, is beginning its fifth year of operation. The clinic is owned by Kahn Nirschl, PT, DPT, OCS and he has sought to bring the best therapists, staff, and equipment to meet the diverse needs of Garvin County.

Currently the clinic is undergoing an expansion to add an additional 3,200 feet to the clinic, which when completed will total 6,000 square feet. A virtual tour of the clinic can be taken on the web at http://host.newspin360.net/cityofPV/ptcentralpv/ for those interested in seeing the clinic firsthand.

The clinic itself is equipped to meet the needs of a diverse patient population. No matter what your injury is, the highly trained physical therapists at Physical Therapy Central can come up with a treatment plan to help you overcome your injury. This is done by utilizing state of the art equipment to decrease inflammation, such as 24 hour iontophoresis and game ready units. This is coupled with the “hands-on care” that is the hallmark of the physical therapists at Physical Therapy Central.

Additionally, utilization of the most recent and advanced exercise principles and equipment help patients reach their full potential during their rehabilitation.

Flexibility is also something that sets Physical Therapy Central apart from other clinics. The clinic tailors every aspect of the patient’s treatment from the first time they walk through the door. A wide array of early morning, lunch, and late evening appointments are available.

A patient’s treatment program is tailored to their goals, capabilities, and special needs. Every patient is treated as an individual, and the clinic is extremely responsive to patient feedback. If there is any portion of their treatment that can be improved or enhanced, steps are taken by the staff to

ensure that it is done.

Physical Therapy Central is also highly regarded among referring doctors for the types of outcomes that the physical therapists are able to achieve for their patients. So much so, that patients at Physical Therapy Central come not

just from Garvin County, but from all over the state. For example, the clinic has patients who drive in for physical therapy from as far away as Weatherford, Norman, and Oklahoma City.

Physical Therapy Central has had success in treating the professional athlete to the weekend warrior, patients

with post-operative conditions such as knee replacements and rotator cuff repairs, overuse syndromes such

as shoulder, elbow, and knee tendonitis, balance disorders, neurologic conditions such as stroke and cerebral palsy, spinal conditions, occupational injuries, injuries in relation to car accidents, and

anything and everything in between.

If you are living with pain or a limited lifestyle secondary to an injury or disease process, please give the

expert staff at Physical Therapy Central a call to see how the physical therapists can get you back to work, back to play, back to life.

Physical Therapy CentralMeeting the Needs of Garvin County

When the Oklahoma Tourism’s popular weekly program “Discover Oklahoma” wanted to do a story on Ballard’s Drive-In four year ago, the producers wanted to highlight a Pauls Valley tradition.

For over 57 years Ballard’s Drive-In has been a popular destination point for travelers and Falls Creek campers every summer.

Owned by Johnny and Ouida Ballard, the drive-in was established on September 1, 1951, and the popular eatery still offers some of the same services and products that made it a popular spot for customers over the last five decades.

“I still take orders out to customers. I might very well be the oldest car hop in the country,” owner Johnny Ballard said.

“And we still make old-fashioned cherry limeades with squeezed limes, simple syrup and carbonated water. We have hand-made malts and shakes and are one of the few places around that makes peanut butter shakes.”

The drive-in is presently located west of Pauls Valley near Interstate 35, but for several years was a familiar site for the many people who traveled through Pauls Valley on state Highway 19.

“I bought the business when it was located about where the Pauls Valley Public Library is now. Back then it was called Ballard’s Dairy Queen. We stayed there for 22 1/2 years; then our lease ran out on the property,” Ballard recalled.

“I looked for another place in town to move the business but I couldn’t find one I liked, so I moved out here beside the interstate in March of ‘74.”

Despite his age - “39 and holding” - Ballard doesn’t let anything slow him down as he continues a work schedule that would exhaust a man 20 years his junior.

“We have 24 drive-up stations outside and 18 booths inside which seat between 75 and 80 people. I still come open up every day and work seven days a week.”

Reavis Drug carries a wide selection of gift items and home decor. You can find everything from clothing like Not Your Daughters Jeans to your favorite Yankee Candle. A new spring collection of dresses, tops and capris is arriving. Register for our Bridal Registry, get your JCPenny’s new spring catalog and pay your utilities all in one stop here at Reavis Drug.

You can also get your prescriptions filled at the pharmacy, and any medical equipment needed. We have an automated phone prescription service available. Call ahead and use our convenient drive-up window.

We are a competitively priced pharmacy. We will meet or beat any local prescription price on name brands.

Reavis Drug can fill all your home medical needs. We carry a full line of hospital equipment, oxygen concentrator, sleep apnea devices and home health needs.

Save time, we can deliver to your home.

Visit Reavis Drug soon and we will both feel better.

Reavis Drug a true one-stop shop

A Tradition of Good Food

Curwood products include packaging solutions for

retail, bulk, industrial and foodservice applications.

• Forming webs

• Semi-rigid and rigid thermoformed cups, tubs, trays

• Proprietary manufacturing including custom sealants,

extrusion, lamination and thermoforming

• Equipment manufacturing and service

• Pouch-making and die-cutting

• Pre-press and graphics management

• Research, development and product analysis

• Rotogravure and flexographic process printing

• Structural design/package engineering

• Lidstock

• Portion-control packaging

• Pouches

• Rollstock

• Shrink films and bags

-1958-Curwood founded by Howard Curler and Bob Woods in New London, WI,

to pioneer flexible packaging markets, specializing in protective food

packaging.

-1959- Full-scale manufacturing of

polyethylene film product begins, including polyethylene-coated

cellophane & polyester film. A major retail cheese company selects

Curwood as its supplier.

-1962- Curwood expands in New London, WI,

to accommodate growth. Awarded patent for Curpolene® used to

package natural cheese.

-1965- Bemis acquires Curwood as a wholly-

owned subsidiary.

-1969-Curwood builds a new plant in Georgetown, Ontario, Canada.

-1972-Curwood enters the rigid/semi-rigid packaging business for processed meats. Curwood purchases Royal-

Vac® packaging machine for luncheon meat.

-1978-Curwood purchases FlexVac® for

processed meats. Curwood introduces foodservice coffee films.

-1979- Curwood is integrated with biaxially-oriented base converter films in New London, WI, and breaks ground for

new plant in Oshkosh, WI.

-1987-Curwood moves general offices and

research lab to Oshkosh, WI.

-1988-Curwood introduces Liquiflex®

packaging for foodservice and portion-control packets.

-1992-Curwood acquires rigid/thermoforming

operation in Fremont, OH.

-2000- Bemis acquires the shrink bag assets

from the Viskase Corporation. The acquisition strengthens Curwood’s

commitment to the meat and cheese markets.

-2001-Bemis purchases Duralam.

Core Markets•Cheese: Natural and Processed

•Coffee

•Consumer and Industrial Non-Food Products

•Liquid and Beverage

•Meat: Fresh and Prepared

•Pet Food/Treats

•Specialty Prepared Foods

Core Products

Working Together for the CommunityKnown throughout the world for technological leadership in high-barrier packaging,

Curwood is a preferred supplier of innovative packaging materials and systems for food, beverage, household, industrial and personal care industries.

Curwood maintains strategic manufacturing and service centers throughout North America, South America and Europe, and is well-positioned to meet global distribution and marketing needs.

Headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, U.S.A., Curwood is part of the Bemis family of companies. The Curwood plant in Pauls Valley began in 2000 when Bemis, Curwood’s parent corporation, acquired the shrink bag assets of Viskase Corporation. The acquisition strengthened Curwood’s commitment to the meat and cheese markets.

Curwood’s vertically integrated capabilities create an agile, lean supply partner with single-source accountability. Comprehensive control of all facets of production—from resin blending to printed graphics—affords customers the confidence of managed quality, consistency and on-time delivery.

No matter what the challenge, Curwood provides an unmatched breadth of resources and capabilities. Whether you are developing a breakthrough new package for a product introduction...seeking technology to improve shelf life...or investigating cost-reduction options, Curwood can respond with a successful solution.

Curwood offers integrated capabilities to provide customers with greater innovation, streamlined service and accelerated response. Combining market-focused service teams and manufacturing facilities with advances in polymer science, we continuously evolve the possibilities in flexible packaging.

Curwood products include packaging solutions for

retail, bulk, industrial and foodservice applications.

• Forming webs

• Semi-rigid and rigid thermoformed cups, tubs, trays

• Proprietary manufacturing including custom sealants,

extrusion, lamination and thermoforming

• Equipment manufacturing and service

• Pouch-making and die-cutting

• Pre-press and graphics management

• Research, development and product analysis

• Rotogravure and flexographic process printing

• Structural design/package engineering

• Lidstock

• Portion-control packaging

• Pouches

• Rollstock

• Shrink films and bags

Employee of the Year 2008

Lee Fisher

Christmas Party 2008

Perfect Attendance Dinner 2008

Family FunDay2008

Working Together for Our Community!

Thompson Pool and PatioKeeping Pauls Valley Cool for 30 Years

Thompson Pool and Patio was founded in Norman in 1978, but their roots in Norman go back farther than that. The Thompson family settled here in the Run of 1889 and has five generations still living in Cleveland County. Thompson Pool and Patio takes pride in its ties to the Norman community and supports it in many ways. They sponsor many youth organizations and school functions. They also lend support to United Way, Assistance League, Junior League, Norman WBPA, Splash for Cerebral Palsy and Secret Santa among others. Thompson Pool and Patio has specialized in BioGuard products since 1984. Bioguard is the largest professional pool chemical distributor in the world. Many of BioGuard products, such as OptimizerPlus, significantly reduce the cloudiness of the water as well as algae growth. All employees at Thompson’s receive training in a two-day chemical school, which covers everything from problems that you may have with the pool to extensive study on product features and benefits to

Thompson Pool and Patio a Norman Staple for 30 Years

the customer. If you have a concern about your pool’s condition, you can bring a small water sample for a free Accu-Scan water analysis. With Accu-Scan, testing times have been cut from five minutes to just 90 seconds. Owner, Mike Thompson said; “We feel very fortunate to be with BioGuard. We have a great relationship with them. BioGuard has quality products, training, support and is a great business to be teamed up with.” Another aspect that makes Thompson Pool and Patio a store for all is the fact that you don’t necessarily need a pool to enjoy shopping there. The main lines of outdoor furniture at Thompson Pool and Patio include Jensen Jarrah (pictured below) wood furniture, Windham Castings and The Original Pawleys Island Rope Hammocks. Staff members include Owner; Mike Thompson, Office Manager; Laura McLaughlin, Store Manager; Zack Miller, and Service Manager John Ford. The entire team at Thompson Pool and Patio offers over 100 years of knowledge and experience combined.

364-1912 1400 SW 24th Ave.

Normanwww.ThompsonPool.com

“Guarding more than your pool”

Living room style And comfort

Mon. - Fri. 9-7 Sat. 9-4

Thompson Pool and Patio was founded in Norman in 1978, but their roots in Norman go back farther than that. The Thompson family settled here in the Run of 1889 and has five generations still living in Cleveland County.

Thompson Pool and Patio takes pride in its ties to the Norman commu-nity and supports it in many ways. They sponsor many youth organizations and school functions. They also lend support to United Way, Assistance League, Junior League, Norman WBPA, Splash for Cerebral Palsy and Secret Santa among others.

Thompson Pool and Patio has specialized in BioGuard products since 1984. Bioguard is the largest professional pool chemical distributor in the world. Many of BioGuard products, such as OptimizerPlus, significantly reduce the cloudiness of the water as well as algae growth. All employees at Thompson’s receive training in a two-day chemical school, which covers everything from problems that you may have with the pool to extensive study on product features and benefits to the customer. If you have a concern about your pool’s condition, you can bring a small water sample for a free Accu-Scan water analysis. With Accu-Scan, testing times have been cut from five minutes to just 90 seconds. “We feel very fortunate to be with

BioGuard. We have a great relationship with them. BioGuard has quality products, training, support and is a great business to be teamed up with,” said owner, Mike Thompson.

Another aspect that makes Thompson Pool and Patio a store for all is the fact that you don’t necessarily need a pool to enjoy shopping there. The main lines of outdoor furniture at Thompson Pool and Patio include Jensen Jarrah (pictured below) wood furniture, Windham Castings and The Original Pawleys Island Rope Hammocks.

Staff members include Owner; Mike Thompson, Office Manager; Laura McLaughlin, Store Manager; Zack Miller, and Service Manager John Ford.

The entire team at Thompson Pool and Patio offers over 100 years of knowledge and experience combined.

Keeping Pauls Valley Cool for 30 YearsAdvancements in DermatologyFor the past 28 years, The Skin Clinic has strived to meet the rising

demand for quality Dermatological care in Southern Oklahoma. The Clinic’s founder, Dr. Michael G. McCauley, is joined by Dr. Daniel C. Harris and Certified Physician Assistant’s, Dee Ann Marshall, Dale Archer and Megan McCauley in their commitment to the early diagnosis and treatment of Skin Cancer. Public awareness and education about the importance of both “prevention and early detection” of this curable disease is paramount to our Medical Providers.

In addition, Dr. McCauley and Dr. Harris are both highly skilled surgeons and proficient in Mohs Micrographic Skin Cancer Surgery. This innovative procedure of removing the cancer at its root differs from other Skin Cancer treatments in that it permits the immediate microscopic examination and removal of the cancerous tissue and offers the highest reported cure rate of all Skin Cancer treatments.

The Skin Clinic’s Medical Providers are experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the skin, hair and nails, including Eczema, Psoriasis, Rosacea, Acne and Rashes.

We offer in-office surgery for the removal of non-cancerous anomalies including skin tags, warts, cysts and moles. Some of our surgeries are perform on an out-patient basis at the Day Surgery facility adjacent to The Skin Clinic.

Dermatology has advanced at an astounding rate over the past few years. The combination of science and technology now allow us to treat many skin problems like Psoriasis, which causes as much emotional strain as it does physical damage.

At The Skin Clinic, we offer several anti-aging facials to restore your skin’s health including micro-dermabrasion, a re-surfacing technique that exfoliates the skin to minimize fine lines and wrinkles and Intense Pulse Light Therapy, the “21st Century answer” to many age-old problems.

The Skin Clinic’s Facial Consultants can show you how to keep or restore your skin’s youthful, healthy appearance with a complete line of skin care products including Vivite’, a glycolic based skin regimen and Jane Iredale Mineral Make-up, containing an anti-inflammatory and sunscreen. Jane Iredale Mineral Make-up is great for people with sun-sensitive skin and Rosacea sufferers.

Compassionate, caring Medical Professionals a mission to educate the public and continued advancements in the field of Dermatology, have allowed The Skin Clinic to successfully serve Southern Oklahoma for 28 years.

Allow us to answer any of your questions concerning your skin’s health by calling for an appointment in one of our Clinic locations in Ardmore, Ada or Durant. You can visit us online at

www.mccauleyskinclinic.com.

Donnie Pendly, Operater

100 W. Burr • Pauls Valley • 405-238-3333

• All You Can Eat Buffet• Family Value Meals• Large Menu Varieties

• Pizza • Pasta • SandwichesDrive-In • Carry Out • Delivery

Delivery from Open to Close

Mazzios Pizza, has become a tradition in Pauls Valley.

Opened in 1982 by Mazzios corporation the restaurant quickly became one of the many popular eateries in our town.

The variety of the menu has constantly grown to meet the changing tastes of the towns people.

We are still making three kinds of dough fresh every day in Mazzios, and the food quality is second to none.

Whether it be dine-in, carry out or delivery, we try to meet everyone’s changing needs.

Some things change and some things stay the same. Donnie Pendley, the restaurant’s manager during most of the 1990s, has returned to be the major operator of Mazzios in Pauls Valley. He has returned to his roots ready to take care of all his customers past, present and future.

Pauls Valley has been good to Mazzios and we appreciate all the loyal people that have been coming to our place of business for over a quarter of a century and look forward to meeting new people who may not have tried us.

Thank you Pauls Valley!

Striving for Excellence

Mid-America Technology Center (MATC) held its first classes in the fall of 1971 with 17 partner schools being served and these students had the option of choosing from 13 programs of study. Today, MATC’s district includes 20 partner schools and several private schools throughout central Oklahoma and our offerings have expanded to more than 90 Career Majors. Of these 90-plus Career Majors, 25 of them are “primary” Career Majors belonging to 11 different Career Clusters.

In addition to the Career Majors, MATC still offers approximately 180 short-term adult day and evening classes, Industry and Safety Training, employees a full-time Oil and Gas Safety Specialist, actively participates in the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance, provides Leadership Mid-America (LMA), and has one of the premier Business and Industry Councils in Oklahoma.

MATC also has a primary Cooperative Alliance with Oklahoma City Community College, and secondary Cooperative Alliances with Redlands Community College and Panhandle State University.

These alliances allow MATC students to co-enroll at the college and receive college credit for the classes they are taking at MATC.

All in all it is evident that Mid-America Technology Center is continually working to provide excellent service to our patrons, whether they are high school students, adults, or businesses and industries.

We value these relationships and want to continue to strengthen them by “Striving for Excellence!”

Mazzios Pizza a Pauls Valley Tradition

Years of work by many paid off in a big way when it was announced earlier this year that Pauls Valley had received a multi-million dollar grant that will pay for the construction of a new 36,000-plus square foot local community recreation center.

The announcement came in January from members of the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation Board of Trustees. It came after members of a local recreation committee worked for more than four years to make the grant — totaling nearly $8 million — a reality.

Now that it is a reality, committee members like Allen Eubanks and City Manager James Frizell believe the future recreation center represents something special for Pauls Valley.

“We view this as the most significant, wide ranging, infrastructure construction that has ever been undertaken in our town,” said Allen Eubanks.

“It will impact ever spectrum of our community. It will have the opportunity to touch everybody in our town,” Eubanks said. “This is more than big time. This puts a big town amenity in our little quaint town.

“There’s not any one thing that we could do best, $8 million in, and touch as many lives as we’re going to able to touch with this center.” Frizell echoes his partner’s comments.

“We are so excited for our town. There is no other single investment that could be made in Pauls Valley that will have the impact on everyone in our city as the Donald W. Reynolds Community Recreation Center will have,” Frizell said.

The capital grant given the foundation board’s approval was actually for $7,996,554.

“The Pauls Valley Recreation Committee and city administration have done a remarkable job in planning the new community center,” said Fred W.

Smith, chairman of the Donald W. Reynolds Foundation.“We believe the collaborative and comprehensive nature of the planning

process will assure that this facility serves the needs of the citizens of Pauls Valley for many years to come,” he said.

The design and layout of the center will include a double gymnasium, an elevated indoor walking/running track, a weight and cardiovascular training room, an aerobics room, a multi-purpose room, day care facilities, indoor and outdoor play areas, a birthday room, common areas, locker rooms, snack bar, front desk, offices, storage and mechanical areas along with all of the necessary furniture and equipment to operate the facility. The center will be operated by a two- to four-member full-time staff and 10 to 30 part-time employees.

With the approval now official, the next step is for a construction management agreement between the foundation board and Pauls Valley

Municipal Authority. Expectations are for that agreement to possibly come in February.

“I doubt that we will see construction start before this time next year,” Eubanks said.

Hopes are for construction crews to break ground for the new center by sometime this fall.

The building is also designed to allow for a Phase II addition of a 30,000 square foot outdoor aquatics area as well as a Phase III expansion of the indoor facilities.

Already underway is a fundraising campaign for the outdoor pool project.

The goal is to raise enough funds to enable the construction of the outdoor pool to begin within two years of completing the recreation center.

The operations of the center itself will be funded by the fees collected from users, renters and sponsors as well as a subsidy from the Pauls Valley Municipal Authority.

PV’s future recreation center something special

Kris Porterfield209 S. Chickasaw • Pauls Valley • (405) 238-7407

www.youravon.com/kporterfield

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Bath & Body • Make-up • Skin Care Products

Cook Carson is local people doing business with local people when it comes to their appliance sales and service needs.

A “Scratch and Dent” dealer for GE for the state of Oklahoma, they provide full set-up and service for a market that covers Garvin County and beyond.

The local family-owned Cook Carson caters to all appliance needs including the builder and remodeler market.

Cook Carson was established locally in June 1976. It started on Paul Street and then moved in 1979 to the building Rapid Roberts is in now. Next came a move in 1985 to its present location at 300 South Chickasaw.

For all those years Cook Carson has provided the area with sales, service and parts for appliances; installations specializing in built-in ovens, cook tops and all built-in appliances; complete installations; factory authorized warranty repair with factory trained technicians.

“We do the complete job,” said Jim Jones.

The owners of Cook Carson are Jim and Vida Jones. Cook Carson employees are Jim and Vida Jones, Chad Jones, Scotty White, Patty Jones and Jessica Young. All employees are professionals and properly insured.

Prices on all products are clearly marked. You pay what the price on the tag reads, plus the tax. The goal of the business is to provide better service in an environment where service is not always the emphasis.

“Most dealers and big box stores just push sales. We are here after the sale with all your parts, service, accessories and any questions you might

have. Our emphasis is service with complete customer satisfaction,” said Jim Jones.

The brands sold are Whirlpool, GE, KitchenAid and Hotpoint. The “Scratch and Dent” department covers GE and Hotpoint. Whirlpool and KitchenAid are not on the program, but the prices on the appliances are competitive with anyone in the state.

Jim and crew continues to educate themselves monthly through training classes from the factories to ensure that they are staying up with the current advancements in the appliance trade.

Cook Carson is one of the largest independent service companies in Oklahoma.

Cook Carson receives all scratched and dented GE and Hotpoint products along with wrong colors, freight damage

and dealers going out of business. Any merchandise returned by dealers comes to Cook Carson not back to GE.

Appliances are then sold at a discount price with a new warranty. They back the product with a full service department.

We also have easy financing and future plans are to enlarge our show room to accommodate new top brands that are available to us.

“As always since 1976 our only job has been to satisfy your appliance needs,” Jim adds. “And we do that quite well.”

Cook Carson can be reached by phone at 405-238-7316 or by fax at 405-238-2744. Their web site is www.cookcarson.homeappliances.com.

Cook Carson is Garvin County’s Top Appliance Dealer

“Most dealers and big box stores just push sales. We are here after the sale with

all your parts, service & accessories”

It’s a bigger and better Ace Hardware

Bigger and better with all your hardware needs is what Ace Hardware is all about in Pauls Valley.

Located at 1340 West Grant, Ace features a large selection of hardware products to choose from.

Making that selection even more convenient is the Pauls Valley store is open seven days a week with extended hours.

“We have some exciting things planned for this year,” said Trey Law, manager of Pauls Valley Ace Hardware. “Watch for updates soon.”

The Pauls Valley store opened in 2008 has plenty to offer right now, such as lock servicing, key cutting, window and screen repair, glass cutting, Stihl tools and service repair and it can even help you find that perfect match when it’s time for a new paint job.

From the little fix-up jobs to a complete new look for your home, Ace Hardware can help you find what you need for electrical and plumbing upgrades.

It can also help with your new outdoor look thanks to a lawn and garden center that offers a huge selection of patio furniture.

More information on products offered by Ace Hardware can be found online at www.acehardware.com. The local store can be reached by telephone at 405-207-9464.

Speech Therapy in Pauls Valley

When it comes to speech therapy services in the Pauls Valley, Access Therapy is there to help.

Offering that help since 2007, Access Therapy is located at 1020 South Chickasaw.

David and Deborah (DJ) Gentry oversee the local service that features three therapists.

“They’re super great therapists,” said David and DJ.

The locally owned business serves Medicaid, Soonercare and DDSD clients, along with children through geriatrics.

“Access Therapy also serves Pauls Valley General Hospital, nursing homes and numerous other clients.”

To find out more about Access Therapy call 405-207-9957 or 580-759-6424.

Access Therapy can also be reached by e-mail at dave@accesstherapok.com.

PEC brings thE PowEr homETraditionally when you think of an electric company, you think of the wires

and poles along the road that bring the electricity to your home.

That’s exactly what People’s Electric Cooperative (PEC) has been and done since it was established in 1938 by 10 pioneering men who sold 2,000 $5 memberships in the nonprofit corporation.

Originally, 125 miles of line were constructed to serve approximately 470 consumers in Coal, Hughes and Pontotoc counties.

Today, PEC maintains more than 4,600 miles of line in 11 Southeastern Oklahoma counties serving over 14,000 members. Other PEC facts include:

• 5 Directors on Board of Trustees• 56 full time & 51 part time employees • 12,169 residential members• 1,888 commercial members• 11 large power consumers• 2 municipals and government authorities• 2005 Gross Receipts Taxes = $542,975.61

While People’s Electric Cooperative continues to deliver reliable and affordable electricity to its members just as it has for over 67 years, it has also looked beyond electricity to develop an array of other products and services to meet the needs of its 14,000 members/owners.

Whether it is heat pump financing or UPS systems to protect computer equipment, PEC listens and responds when its members have a need.

Today, qualified PEC members can buy heat pump systems and pay for them monthly on their electric bills.

Similarly, PEC sells and finances generators for its members to provide power during those times of unavoidable power outages.

In addition, PEC has programs designed to protect appliances and electronic equipment in members’ homes.

Surge suppression is available through PEC’s HomeGuard Defender Plus Surge Suppression Program. This equipment protects against power surges caused by lightning strikes or objects that come into contact with electric lines.

And, UPS Systems available from PEC protect against the loss of information on members’ computers, which sometimes occurs during blinks.

PEC was established to provide a service, electricity, to rural residents of southeastern Oklahoma which they otherwise could not have.

Today, more than 67 years later, PEC is still meeting this need with reliable, affordable electricity ... and so much more!

HWY 77 & MAXWELLP.O. BOX 622 • PAULS VALLEY, OK 73075

(405) 238-6459

Bucking the trend of many school districts its size, Whitebead School has not only survived, it has flourished. Whitebead serves an area that once was a thriving frontier community before Pauls Valley was established and platted.

The area declined like many rural communities and the district was forced to close its high school, but kept serving the lower grades as a dependent school district.

This is because it is a single site preschool through eighth grade school district. It has no high school and is “dependent” on other independent school districts to complete the students’ education.

Whitebead’s student population began to once again rise in the late 1980s.

The facility, nestled west of Pauls Valley, boasts intense teacher-student interaction, activities and a progressive curriculum that has helped it receive state, regional and national acclaim.

The best evidence of that acclaim came when Whitebead was named a Blue Ribbon School, one of only two schools in Oklahoma selected for this honor in 1999.

The award is given annually by the U.S. Department of Education to those schools meeting the departmentís rigorous research-based criteria for overall excellence.

Only one other dependent school district had ever been selected nationally for this honor.

Whitebead School has also received national recognition for its reading curriculum.

Schools selected for this honor had to show success in a wide range of areas including professional development, opportunities for all children to meet proficient and advanced levels of performance, coordination with other programs, curriculum to support achievement of high standards, and partnerships among schools, parents, and communities.

Whitebead students continue to meet or exceed the performance of their peers in similar-sized districts as well as state averages.

Students not only get attention from the low student-to-teacher ratio, but also benefit from receiving instruction beyond the traditional one-year span.

Whitebead teachers in grades one through four move up a grade with their students, giving them the opportunity to teach the same group of students for two consecutive years. This fosters a degree of familiarity and closeness that often eludes teachers after just one year of instruction.

Whitebead also offers a full range of academic, athletic, social and musical activities.

Students can participate in sports such as football and basketball while also challenging their minds in academic competitions.

The diverse needs of the student population are determined by a comprehensive system of needs analysis, which involves students, parents and staff.

A blended services model, which promotes classroom community, is used to ensure the needs of diverse students are being met.

Offerings include small classes, two year looping in first through fourth grade, multi-age classes in preschool through fourth grade, nine sports teams, award-winning visual and performing arts programs, athletic and academic booster clubs, Spanish, student government, school service organizations, academic teams, all of which are important aspects of life at Whitebead School.

Principal Mary Smith feels the teaching profession offers an opportunity to have a meaningful link with the community.

“When one is engaged in friendly and purposeful work, there is an automatic sense of fellowship and community.”

Smith believes in strong community ties and parent-teacher partnerships.

‘If we are serious about improving the quality of education, we must commit ourselves to improving the ‘quality of life’ that is experienced moment by moment by those who are affected by schools, the physical, emotional, and academic health of our children - both at present and in the future - is our collective responsibility.

Whitebead School k e e p s d r a w i n g r a v e r e v i e w s

There’s only one place to look for all your landscaping needs — Marcums Nursery and Tree Farm.

Located at 169 North Main in Goldsby, Marcums has been helping people with their home’s outdoor look since 1975.

Marcums offers home and commercial landscaping design, installation of trees and shrubs, lawn spraying services and a maintenance program designed to help you keep that new look for years to come.

“We are interested in people’s needs,” said owners Bill and Cherie Marcum.

“Our goal is to help our customers feel good about their homes with landscaping.”

A big reason for the success of the longtime nursery and farm tree business is family as their three children — Monty, Kelly and Marcia Tadlock — are also involved.

“We are family owned and operated. All our children are partners in the business,” Bill and Cherie said.

“We have several grandchildren that work at the nursery”

In fact, a grandson, Monty, is studying at Oklahoma State University to be a landscape architect. He also oversees one of Marcums landscape crews.

“We are proud to be a part of an industry that strives to make our surroundings more beautiful for all people to enjoy.

As a way of continuing their push toward excellence and servicing their customers’ needs and demands, Marcums is constantly working to increase its selection of trees and shrubs.

To learn more about Marcums Nursery and Tree Farm, go to its web site at www.marcumsnursery.com.

Marcums can also be reached by phone at 405-288-2368.

A Whole New Outdoors with Marcums Nursery

“Our goal is to help our customers feel good about their homes

with landscaping.”

NATIONAL PETROCHEMWe Take Care of Your BusinessNATIONAL PETROCHEM is an oil and gas specialty chemical founded

in 1975. Headquartered in Ada, Oklahoma, the company formulates, manufactures, sells and services the finest in oil and gas specialty chemical products for production operations, stimulation applications, transmission lines and processing plants.

The company operates in its state of the art, modern facility that includes comfortable administrative offices, a fully equipped laboratory, and an environmentally compliant manufacturing plant.

Since 1981, our motto, “Takin’ Care of Business,” has not only been our primary operating philosophy, it has been a way of life. The personnel of NATIONAL Petrochem share the common belief that our customers are our partners in business, and we strive to help them solve their problems in the most timely and efficient manner possible.

“Response” is a key word at NATIONAL Petrochem. When a customer reports a problem in the field, our field and technical personnel go into action to quickly and economically resolve that problem. The Company confines its operations to a service radius of 300 miles from Ada so that response to a problem is realized in hours, not days.

All the employees of NATIONAL Petrochem, from CEO Tom Hampton and COO Mark Southerland, to the administrative staff, laboratory personnel, plant and delivery staff, and field sales and service personnel are keenly aware that failure to respond and successfully resolve customers’ problems is not an option.

The vast majority of the employees have been with the Company for over 15 years.

When quick problem resolution, personalized concerned service, and economically priced quality products are important to you, call the experts at NATIONAL Petrochem.

The Material You NeedGordon White Lumber started in 1927 in western Oklahoma. In 1981

Gordon White bought the Roy Perkins Lumber Company in Pauls Valley and has

proudly served Pauls Valley since.

Today the Gordon White Lumber Company owns six yards in central and south central Oklahoma.

Gordon White is a fullservice hardware store, that strives to provide the best in customer service. From lumber and building materials to lawn and garden, Gordon White can supply a house from the ground up.

Materials provided by Gordon White include:•A wide selection of lumber, including framing, treated and hardwoods;•A full-line of hardware for the home;•Paint and painting supplies;•Electrical supplies;•A wide selection of doors and windows;•Millwork;•Roofing and roofing materials;•Drywall;•Insulation;•A wide variety of hand and power tools;•Plumbing supplies;•Fencing material and much more.

Located at 401 S. Walnut, Gordon White Lumber Company is your one stop for all of your home building and remodeling needs.

“Our goal is to help our customers feel good about their homes

with landscaping.”

We’ve Stood the Test of Time!Family owned and operated since 1905. Pauls Valley National is YOUR Hometown bank.

We’ve Stood the Test of Time!Family owned and operated since 1905. Pauls Valley National is YOUR Hometown bank.

We’ve Stood the Test of Time!Family owned and operated since 1905. Pauls Valley National is YOUR Hometown bank.

We’ve Stood the Test of Time!Family owned and operated since 1905. Pauls Valley National is YOUR Hometown bank.

We’ve Stood the Test of Time!Family owned and operated since 1905. Pauls Valley National is YOUR Hometown bank.

We’ve Stood the Test of Time!Family owned and operated since 1905. Pauls Valley National is YOUR Hometown bank.

We’ve Stood the Test of Time!Family owned and operated since 1905. Pauls Valley National is YOUR Hometown bank.

Valley Body Shop

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Call Toll Free1-800-870-9549

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Mi Mobile is Pauls Valley’s authorized AT&T retailer.Located at the brand new shopping center near Grant

Avenue (state Highway 19) and Indian Meridian Road, Mi Mobile now makes its new home in Pauls Valley after serving the community for five years.

Mi Mobile is the place to go for your AT&T cellular and wireline services and accessories.

Mi Mobile is owned by Rick Mackey — a good name to know since he’s been in the cell phone business for over 20 years.

“We offer a full service, one-stop shopping experience to meet the customer’s every need,” Mackey said.

“We have outstanding customer service and a wide selection of mobile phones, including Blackberry and other PDA’s.”

Managing the local store is Rachel Crowder.

Mi Mobile is the place for AT&T needs

Denzel and Betty Williamson opened Williamson’s Furniture in 1969. The furniture store, formerly known as Jackson’s, has been in operation ever since.

Some things have changed but one remains the same, “We’re still the store with the big red door where you always save more,” says Denny.

Denny joined his parents at the store in 1986 after his graduation from East Central University. In the summer of 1998 Denny purchased the store from his parents.

When asked about the success of the furniture store Denny replies, “We’ve experienced continued growth for over 20 years, and hope and pray it continues in the future. We know our customers; they’re our friends, neighbors and classmates. We depend on them, and they can count on us.”

In 2003, after the death of Denzel, a new face was added to the store, Denny’s wife Tina. After 15 years

of teaching, Tina decided to give the store a new touch with interior decorating, accent pieces and accessories.

Now a third generation of the Williamson family is joining the longtime PV furniture company as Denver, Denny and Tina’s son, has started working there. Denver graduated from ECU with a degree in Business Administration and Marketing.

Williamson’s is the same old store with a new look. Come in and see for yourself or find us on the web at www.williamsonsfurniture.com.

Furniture & Family

Baby D’s Cafe & Creamery, located at 2000 West Grant in the new strip mall just north of the Pauls Valley Wal-Mart Super Center, has become a popular stop for many area residents.

When entering the business, visitors’ eyes are instantly drawn to the rows-upon-rows of vintage long-playing records that line the walls.

It’s a trip down memory lane for some and a look back into musical history for others, to gaze upon a wide assortment of albums ranging from Porter Wagoner to Led Zeppelin.

The newly-opened business also features a variety of entertainment options including a karaoke machine, party rooms equipped with a wii, three video game rooms equipped with X Boxes, five big-screen plasma TV’s and WIFI.

The menu is another highlight at Baby D’s. Many people choose to perk up their day with a steaming cappuccino, hot latte or cup of fresh-roasted coffee.

When lunch time rolls around, numerous customers like to sink their teeth into one of Baby D’s all-beef, quarter-pound, Chicago-style hot dogs or satisfy their taste buds with a delicious Panini sandwich.

Other lunch items include bratwurst, polish sausage or hot links. Those looking for a package deal can cash in on the Express Lunch Special.

The meal is served Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and includes a quarter pound hot dog, chips and drink.

But one of the most requested items on the menu is the creamy frozen custard.

Owner Jamie O’Bryant said he worked on the recipe for two years before coming up with the perfect combination of flavor and consistency.

Baby D’s is open Tuesday through Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., and closed Mondays. For more information call 405-238-7722.

Baby D’s offers food and fun

EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCESETHWADLEYFORD.COM | 405-238-6466

SETH WADLEY,OWNER: SETH WADLEY FORD LINCOLN MERCURY

Seth grew up in the car business. Since his first job as a lot porter at a dealership as a teenager, he has never

looked back. During his time in the car business, Seth has worked in nearly every aspect of a dealership; he

has detailed cars, sold them, and been a general manager. When a Ford Lincoln Mercury dealership in Pauls

Valley became available, Seth saw the potential to build a dealership on great customer service, and he seized

the opportunity. His friendly attitude and straight-forward business practices set him apart from other dealers.

Seth and his team provide the best customer experience in the business through five-star service and customer

care. That’s why there’s no better place to buy than Seth Wadley Ford Lincoln Mercury.

What makes Seth Wadley stand out is our commitment to our customers. We provide one of the best customer

experiences in the car business. Doing business with Seth Wadley is easy, and his great attitude makes dealing

directly with the owner a refreshingly smooth experience. Plus, when you purchase a vehicle from Seth Wadley

Ford Lincoln Mercury, you receive free oil changes for life!

Experience the difference for yourself.

Seth Wadley looks forward to remaining a cornerstone of business in Pauls Valley for another 40-plus years.

EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCESETHWADLEYFORD.COM | 405-238-6466

SETH WADLEY,OWNER: SETH WADLEY FORD LINCOLN MERCURY

Seth grew up in the car business. Since his first job as a lot porter at a dealership as a teenager, he has never

looked back. During his time in the car business, Seth has worked in nearly every aspect of a dealership; he

has detailed cars, sold them, and been a general manager. When a Ford Lincoln Mercury dealership in Pauls

Valley became available, Seth saw the potential to build a dealership on great customer service, and he seized

the opportunity. His friendly attitude and straight-forward business practices set him apart from other dealers.

Seth and his team provide the best customer experience in the business through five-star service and customer

care. That’s why there’s no better place to buy than Seth Wadley Ford Lincoln Mercury.

What makes Seth Wadley stand out is our commitment to our customers. We provide one of the best customer

experiences in the car business. Doing business with Seth Wadley is easy, and his great attitude makes dealing

directly with the owner a refreshingly smooth experience. Plus, when you purchase a vehicle from Seth Wadley

Ford Lincoln Mercury, you receive free oil changes for life!

Experience the difference for yourself.

Seth Wadley looks forward to remaining a cornerstone of business in Pauls Valley for another 40-plus years.

In this day and age of changing tax laws, it’s good to have someone who understands and keeps up with those changes. That’s the goal of the Pauls Valley H&R Block Company, located at 311 S. Chickasaw.

Brent and Annette Bullard have owned and operated the local tax preparation service since 1996. It is truly a family owned business as Brent’s mother, Judy Bullard, also works there.

“We offer tax preparation for personal returns as well as partnership, corporate, estate and fiduciary returns. We also offer bookkeeping and payroll services,” states Annette.

Annette adds their office also can handle farm returns and, “We can do state returns from any state — countrywide. Not all CPA’s can do this.”

Experience is the chief attribute for the Bullards. They know that when customers come to them with their income tax or bookkeeping patronage, they want someone who has the experience and knowledge to deliver quality service.

Before purchasing the H&R Block office, Brent and Annette worked in the Duncan office for four years. The Bullards also own interests in two H&R Block offices in Ardmore and Duncan. Judy Bullard has owned the Duncan office for nearly 30 years.

Annette is an “Enrolled Agent” for H&R Block. An enrolled agent is an agent that goes before the Internal Revenue Service for clients, in the event they are audited.

On top of their years of experience, the Bullards are constantly upgrading their computer programs and equipment to meet the challenges of income tax preparation. 2003 brought the third-largest tax cut in U.S. history, yet one out of four taxpayers believe the tax law changes will actually increase their taxes.

H&R Block tax professionals — such as the Bullards — are trained to provide advice about the credits and deductions people are entitled to - allowing them to save on their taxes now, and plan for the future.

Started in 1955 by Henry and Richard Bloch, H&R Block has grown to be the largest tax service company in the world, serving well over 21 million clients,

The Bullards are proud to be a part of that honored tradition and look forward to meeting all of your income tax preparation needs. Call Brent, Annette or Judy at 405-238-2266 to set up an appointment. To learn more about H&R Block, visit their web site at www.hrblock.com.

H&R Block looks out for your tax needs

Edwards Canvas Covers the USAPauls Valley, Oklahoma - population 6,492, 60 miles from Oklahoma

City, 125 miles from Dallas-Ft. Worth - seems as though it is a remote place to operate a nationwide business, but Edwards Canvas, Inc. or ECI has been filling the Transportation Industry’s tarp and covering needs for over 50 years.

What started out as a one man operation in the ë50s has continually grown to 45 employees with a 30,000 square foot facility right off I-35 at the Pauls Valley exit.

Their nearness to 1-35 allows them to service all areas of the nation and average about 20 to 30 shipments a day to just about all the states in the USA.

“We also have trucks and trailers everyday from all across the nation stop to pickup orders or have a tarping system installed. We run our service department six days a week for added convenience.”

Besides the trucking industry, ECI has large recreational and agriculture product line. Every day we manufacture boat and trailer covers, tents, tipis, etc.

ECI lays claim to the “largest manufacturer of covers for livestock trailers in the USA,” with patterns for hundreds of trailers brands.

“We service just about all trailers manufacturers across the nation with tops and side curtains.”

Another recent product that has proven successful is large rollup barn curtains and windbreaks.

The large amount of horse facilities in Oklahoma and Texas has an enormous customer base, and keeps the ECI installation crew busy. Livestock shades and windbreaks are critical in feedlots and other livestock pens around a ranch, and ECI offers solutions with economical sun and windblocker fabrics made to order.

Growth of ECI is contributed solely to serving the customer, listening to their needs, taking care of their problems, and giving a good product for a more than fair price.

“No driver wants to tarp, it’s a hassle, and an added expense to them so we try and take some of the sting out of tarping by offering various tarping systems and fabrics that will perform and last, but leave some cash in their pockets,” says Tina Frost, sales manager.

“In short, our customers are the future of our business. Many of our competitors have tried to imitate us, but few have succeeded.”

ECI has a web site www.edwardscanvas.com to “get the word out.”

“The web site has helped in the areas of the country where no matter what you buy you have to get it shipped to you. This allows us to be competitive where price and shipping cost are involved.”

Also the web site has opened up the east and west coast where we are more than competitive in price and service.

Twenty years ago there were few “tarp companies” in this section of the USA, and most of the truck tarp companies were east of the Mississippi where it was more populated areas, but in the past several years more tarp shops have sprung up especially in the major metro areas.

This keeps us “on our toes” to keep growing and offering better products at competitive prices. In short - to give the truckers a reason to come to or call Pauls Valley, Oklahoma.

“It is great that we can run the size operation that we do from such a small town location and enjoy the lifestyle that it offers. But it kinda speaks for itself doesn’t it?”

Since 1964 Blackburn’s Home Center has been providing a sundry of products for the home. Whether you need quality paint for the interior or exterior of your home, electrical supplies, floor covering or hardware, Blackburnís has it for you.

Blackburnís is also Pauls Valleyís STIHL dealer. For decades STIHL has produced quality lawn and garden tools for the home and business.

Andreas Stihl developed the first electric chain saw in 1926. Since then, STIHL has specialized in the development and manufacture of a wide range of dependable portable power tools, both electric and gasoline. These include chain saws, trimmers, brushcutters, blowers, multi-task products, cut-off machines, saw chains and guide bars.

STIHL engineers have also established a long list of industry “firsts,” technological advances that have since become industry standards. Our innovations include the gearless saw, anti-vibration system, electronic ignition, self-lubricating saww chains, chain brakes and many more.

In recent years, breakthroughs such as the STIHL Easy2Start™ system and prefiltration systems for cut-off machines and chain saws have raised the bar for the environment, efficiency and comfort. In Germany, the STIHL Engineering Center is already paying dividends.

The company’s largest single investment ever, the Engineering Center houses an R&D department charged with constantly exceeding tough performance standards, strict environmental measures and the STIHL reputation for superior quality.

For all of your home needs, visit Blackburnís Home Center at 320 W. Paul in Pauls Valley.

We Have WhatYour Home NeedsSince 1964

Dedicated to being Your First Choice for Farm Credit

Congress chartered the Farm Credit System in 1916 to ensure a permanent source of reliable and competitive credit for the agriculture industry and rural communities throughout the country.

Farm Credit specializes in agricultural loans such as bare land, country homes, recreational property, livestock, operating expenses, and equipment. Because Farm Credit is a network of cooperatives, its stockholders are the people who borrow money from the Association.

The Association’s earnings are either retained for additional lending to agriculture or are returned to borrowers in the form of patronage. The patronage program serves as an “interest rebate” to borrowers. Either way, the benefit flows back to agriculture and rural America.

Also, as a cooperative, the Association operates under the direction of a board of directors elected by borrowers.

Farm Credit of East Central Oklahoma is a dependable lending source. The Association deals directly with individual borrowers, meaning its loans are not sold to some “other” lender. Farm Credit lending standards remain conservative, so its credit quality is exceptional.

The Association remains financially strong, has managed its growth and is not out-growing its ability to remain safe and sound.

Loan officers with agricultural experience understand the needs of farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses. Farm Credit of East Central Oklahoma’s employees have extensive experience and knowledge in agriculture and rural lending. And, the Association has 11 offices serving 51 counties across eastern and central Oklahoma.

Visit Brent Thompson, branch manager, or Lonnie Gilley, vice president, at the Pauls Valley location or call toll free 1-866-AgLender for information regarding competitive rates and terms.

-Dedicated to PV for over 50 Years-One good thing is that Sooner Home Furnishings in Pauls Valley is

still around and thriving after more than 50 years of hard work and lots of dedication by everyone involved - and most importantly, caring about customers who helped us reach this milestone.

Owned and operated by Harry, Ardith and Mark Thompson, and Amy and Mickey Brown, Sooner Home Furnishings is located in downtown Pauls Valley. Harry started the family-owned business as a television technician in October 1953, and by adding television sales later, the business has grown to what it is today.

In 1955, Harry and Ardith purchased the Tom Morehead Music Co. at 106 East Paul Ave. and added small appliances, records and sheet music to their sales. In 1967, the Thompsons moved to 103 E. Paul Ave. (after purchasing the building from the Art Burns family) and added the Whirlpool line of appliances. They remodeled the building in 1977 and added a complete line of furniture. Continuing to expand and diversify the business, 101 E. Paul Ave. was then added.

The Radio Shack Dealer franchise store became a reality in 1980, with sales increasing each year. The 107 E. Paul Ave. building was purchased in 1986 and is the showroom for bedding and bedroom furniture.

The wireless phone business is yet another area that deserves mentioning with such selections as Sprint, Jitterbug, Net 10, Virgin Mobile and Boost Mobile.

Competitive in pricing and doing their best to give quality service to their customers, Harry and Ardith do this on a family basis. They have included their son, Mark, and their daughter and son-in-law, Amy and Mickey Brown, in the business. Jimmy Ray is a conscientious employee and strives to install and deliver merchandise with his focus on doing the right thing for the customers.

The Thompson family would like to extend their appreciation to the customers who have made their business a success over the past 55 years and look forward to serving the area in the future.

Sooner Home Furnishings is open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call 405-238-3334 or online visit www.soonerhome.com.

Pauls Valley Public Schools offer a strong academic program complemented with a large array of extracurricular opportunities.

From the first experience of a full day of preschool at the student-friendly Jefferson Early Learning Center to the senior year at high school with over 150 units of course offerings, each student is provided a first rate education.

The individual school sites house three grade levels each except Jefferson Learning Center, which only houses PK and K. This provides a great school climate and an opportunity for our students to be a part of a school family and receive individual attention. Our students are challenged but provided avenues to receive individual attention to improve their learning opportunities.

We have had several students in the last eight years score at or above a 30 on their ACT. We have had seven Academic All-Staters, one of the top 100 graduating seniors, the last eight years. Our overall average ACT scores are at or above the national and state average.

We offer several advanced placement classes along with upper level math and science courses. We had students pass the prestigious AP test this past year. Our seniors for 2008 received over $725,000 in scholarships.

We offer tutoring and homework assistance through our Beyond the Bell program. This outstanding program provides a safe, fun and rewarding place for students to go until 5:30 p.m. each day.

Pauls Valley Schools have a great teaching staff, a great support staff, great students, great principals, a great group of community volunteers and a wonderful supportive community

Jefferson Early Learning CenterThe Jefferson Early Learning Center is home of Pauls Valley’s youngest

citizens.

Jefferson Early Learning Center is NCA accredited and has been honored with the distinction of being an A+ School and a Great Expectations Model School.

JELC is the only school in the nation being recognized as a Great Expectations Model School for the fourth consecutive year.

JELC offers all day programming for Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten students. The all day program allows the JELC staff to extend time for language rich experiences in spoken and written text while building an exemplary academic foundation in “Great Expectations” classrooms where “all children can learn.”

The JELC curriculum is child-centered and family focused, designed with the child as an interactive, hands-on participant. JELC parents are encouraged to play an active role in their child’s education as partners with the JELC staff.

Be a part of the Jefferson Early Learning Center family by visiting us a 500 E. Garvin. For additional information contact the principal, Jeanie Menefee, at 405-238-6413.

104 N. Indian Meridian Road,Pauls Valley

405-238-7668Cindy Townsend, owner: 22 years in business.• Two Star Daycare Center • DHS Licensed• Whitebead and PV bus pick-up and drop-off

• Serving breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack • Caring for children 6 weeks

to to 12 years old.

TODDLE RS I N N DAYCA R E

100 East Lindsay, Elmore City

580-788-2644

Danny Dill, owner: 30 years in business

• Offering fuel, pizza, burgers and sandwiches

• Friendly Service!

Opportunity the KEY at Pauls Valley schools

Jackson ElementaryJackson Elementary is the home of our first, second and third grade Pauls

Valley Panthers.

At Jackson Elementary, we recognize and appreciate each child’s uniqueness. The dedicated, professional staff works together to provide students with a nurturing and positive climate for learning and success.

Jackson’s Reading Counts program motivates and encourages all of our students to read for information and enjoyment. We schedule many reward parties throughout the year, including a Principal’s Challenge.

Our school has the honored distinction of being one of the first 15 A+ schools in Oklahoma.

Our curriculum is taught using the multiple intelligence’s of the brain. We are pleased to offer Visual Arts, Physical Education, Music Theory, Library Skills and a new Computer Lab.

Jackson Elementary is dedicated to providing the best foundation in reading and math skills, and the best possible opportunities for students to develop into responsible citizens capable of meeting the challenges of today’s world.

Lee ElementaryLee Elementary is located at 301 West Bert and houses students in grades

four, five and six.

The staff of Lee Elementary School is committed to providing a nurturing and challenging environment in which high academic standards and instruction help students reach their full learning potential.

Lee Elementary is proud to be one of a handful of schools in our state that is an A+ School in which our curriculum is taught by involving the multiple intelligence’s of the brain.

A few enrichment classes that we are proud to offer are Music, Physical Education, Academic Teams, Computers, 5th and 6th grade competitive sports and 5th and 6th grade Bands.

An additional enrichment that we have at Lee Elementary is our Accelerated Math Program for all students 4th-6th grades, which provides each student with the opportunity to progress at his/her level and pace.

The staff of Lee Elementary is excited about the future of our students and is dedicated to providing them with a quality education to help them to become successful citizens in our community.

Pauls Valley Junior HighPauls Valley Junior High School, located at 109 West Guy, houses 325

students in grades seven, eight and nine.

Our mission is to empower each student to become a lifelong, flexible learner who will possess the critical thinking skills and decision-making abilities to be productive in a global society.

Students may begin taking high school credit classes and Pre-AP classes as early as eighth grade. In addition to core class offerings, we have a variety of elective courses to choose from.

Art, Band, Vocal/Chorus, Health and Nutrition, Computer Technology, Spanish and Family Living are just a few of the outstanding courses students may enroll in.

PVJH also has an abundance of extracurricular activities for each grade level. A student may choose to participate in athletics, tryout for the Academic Team, run for Student Council or Class Officer and be in Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

The students and staff of PVJH are proud of our school and invite you to visit any time.

Pauls Valley High SchoolPauls Valley High School is a comprehensive high school located on

North Street in Pauls Valley. Our motto is, “The future depends on what you do in the present.” We house over 300 students in grades 10, 11 and 12.

Our goals include doing the very best that we can do each day to help students grow academically and socially. We encourage our students to strive for excellence in the classroom. The high school offers excellent preparatory courses in addition to the vocational programs offered at Mid-America Technology Center. We offer seven advanced placements courses. Students are also allowed the opportunity to take con-current enrollment courses. This allows the students to be enrolled in courses for college credit while still at high school. Our graduating senior last year accumulated over $1.5 million in scholarships.

We encourage out students to become involved in the community. Students can be involved in FCA, BPA, FFA, FCCLA, NHS, Key Club, Rotary Interact, Student Council and Prayer Warriors. Our service groups have been very active in assisting the local food drive, providing for tornado victims and collecting toys to be given to children during times of crisis.

We have three educators who have been recognized by the National Board of Certified Teachers. Our certified staff and support staff work cooperatively to make Pauls Valley High School successful

Pauls Valley Alternative AcademyThe Pauls Valley Alternative Academy provides a safe and supporting

educational environment with small classes and a professionally trained career staff.

The program offers optimal opportunities for all students to acquire life-long skills in the areas of social, emotional and intellectual development.

The targeted student population includes junior high and high school students who are at risk for not completing their high school education.

Students who attend Pauls Valley Alternative Academy work with an individualized curriculum, which allows them to accelerate credit recovery.

Students also have the opportunity and are strongly encouraged to attend Mid-America Technical Center and to participate in sports and other extracurricular activities of their choice.

Students at the academy receive counseling on a weekly basis from Garvin County Youth and Family Services, Pauls Valley, and the Jetty Counseling Center, Wynnewood.

Opportunity the KEY at Pauls Valley schools