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The Oilton Wingman
Special thanks to Mr. Posey
and Mr. Woodson for contrib-
uting stories, pictures, and
information for each edition
of the Oilton Wingman!
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An E-Bulletin for Grandparents and Other Allies of Oilton
Kids
What is a Wingman?
The term Wingman stems
from a time-honored tradition
within the Air Force. . . that
essentially says a lead pilot
will never lose his or her
Wingman. It’s a promise, a
pledge, a commitment. . .
Wingman Culture affirms that
each and every person is es-
sential to our mission.
U.S. Tinker Air Force Base,
Midwest, OK
“A child needs a grandparent, anybody’s grandpar-
ent, to grow a little more securely into an unfamiliar
world.”
- Charles and Ann Morse
If you know of someone who would like to receive The Oilton
Wingman, have
them email:
[email protected]
The Geographical Wow! Factor.
. . The Oilton Wingman current-
ly reaches members in the fol-
lowing (known) states:
Oilton, OK; Pawnee, OK; Oklahoma City, OK; Stillwater, OK;
Jennings, OK; Drumright, OK; Bartlesville, OK; Owasso, OK; Bristow,
OK; Cushing, OK;
Perry, OK; Rock Hill, South Carolina; Dell Rapids, South
Dakota; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Illinois; and
Elkridge, MD.
If you receive The Oilton Wingman, but your location
isn’t listed, please email:
[email protected]
Eric Baumgarten 2013 Valedictorian
Alicia McFarlin 2013 Salutatorian
Congratulations To Oilton’s Senior Students!
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What do you think of The Oilton Wingman?
In September 2012, The Oilton Wingman published the first
edition of the e-bulletin for grandparents, "like extended family"
members, and other allies of Oilton students. The goal of this
project is to further
strengthen the Oilton community and support for our students.
The Oilton Wingman has included: (1) what’s happening at Oilton,
(2)
upcoming events and activities, (3) celebrations of Oilton
student’s accomplishments, (4) information about new programs at
Oilton, and
(5) thoughts from Oilton student’s about their extended family
members.
The Oilton Wingman is one of three pilot sites for this research
project being conducted by an Oklahoma State University student.
The Wingman will continue to be published during the 2013-14 school
year. Grandparents, extended family members, and other allies are
invited to send comments, ideas, suggestions, or questions to:
[email protected] (Receipt of the e-bulletin is strictly
voluntary and is created for those in any geographical area (not
just Oklahoma).
Cassie is a Junior at Oilton HS and a student in the
Pre-Engineering Program at Central Technology Center. Cassie is
also on the Robotics Team that placed 1st at the state competition
in Oklahoma City on March 30th. Central Tech's team competed in the
worldwide FIRST Robotics Competition Championships in St. Louis, MO
on April 24-27th. Central Tech's FIRST Robotics team was recognized
for winning the regional robotics competition, on the House and
Senate floor at Oklahoma's capitol and received a Citation of
Congratulations.
Congratulations Cassie Roberts!
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Congratulations To Oilton’s Senior Students!
During graduation on May 3rd, Oilton
Seniors received scholarships and
awards. The students above and the
award they received are (starting at low-
er left and moving clockwise):
Devin Wallbridge—American Legion
Award
Devin Wallbridge—Shelter Insurance
Foundation Scholarship
Eric Baumgarten—Chamber of Com-
merce Scholarship
Janna Burch—American Legion Award
Janna Burch—Oilton Mason Lodge #467
Scholarship
Eric Baumgarten—Oilton Masonic
Lodge # 467 Scholarship
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Haylee Fletcher and Bryahna Zavala, both soph-omores, entered
the Wilma Elizabeth McDaniel Poetry Contest and received $25 for
Honorable Mention. Students competed against others from high
schools in Lincoln and Creek counties. They were not limited to
topic choice, but they were limited to 100 lines or less. Bryahna's
poem was entitled "Ocean" and Haylee's was called "It's going to be
alright." Haylee's poem is listed be-
low:
It's going to be alright
The world's crashing down on her shoulders; it's just too much
weight.
She tries to pull it together, but it's too late.
Not knowing what to do, she cries herself to sleep at night.
When is the last time that things went right?
No more stress, worry free.
Why can't everyone let her be?
She's strong, but what happens when she begins to break?
There's only so much a person can take.
"It's okay," we have all heard it before.
I just don't know if it will anymore.
Deep in thought, all hours of the day.
Nothing helps, no matter what they say.
You got to learn to do things on your own.
'Cause in reality, you're all alone.
No one really understands what you are going through.
Don't let anyone try to tell you what you should do.
Sometimes, it's good to have someone there to listen.
Maybe they can point out something that you've been missin'.
I used to run to my family, they knew "best".
Now I have this aching pain in my chest.
So much has changed, which way do I go?
I'm messing up, and my grades are low.
I'll live your life, you live mine.
Then you can try to tell me everything will be just fine.
Closing herself off, she hides the pain.
She's trying to hold it in, but she's going insane.
I've heard it before, save the speech.
"It's going to be okay," they all continue to preach.
Hold me close and let me cry.
Always be here, never say goodbye.
Talk to me, don't be the same.
Know the real me when they mention my name.
I'll keep on pretending that everything is all good.
I'll remain silent just like I should.
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The School Name Wingman
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These Oilton HS students received the Principal's Award:
9th - Cheyenne Bear & Barkley Rogers
10th- Jonathan Simmons & Shelby Marks
11th- Gerad Poole & Briana Favalora
12th- Eric Baumgarten & Janna Burch
These Oilton HS students received the Citizenship Award this
year for outstanding behavior and work ethics displayed throughout
the school year:
9th- Morgan Bradley, Bryce Brinker, Carson Posey, Barkley
Rogers, Harley Purvis, Shelby Rickner, Courtney Smith, Kaitlyn
Wilson
10th- Anna Braswell, Haylee Fletcher, Dalton Hall, Sharlie
Jackson,
Sarah Norman, Jacob Painter
11th- Kadie Cardwell, Cassie Roberts
12th- Alicia McFarlin, Sam Reams, Devin Walbridge
Oilton End of Year Awards and Celebrations
The above pictures is of the 4H group and their sponsor Mrs.
Sarah Rickner.
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The above pictures is of the FFA group and their sponsor Mr.
Gary Shenold at
the end of the year banquet.
Oilton HS student
Jonathan Grissom
served as a page for
Rep. Skye McNiel
during the week of
May 13-17.
Congratulations & Good Luck to
Oilton’s Class of 2013!
Back Row: (L to R) Austin Young, Cody Brown, Devin Walbridge,
Eric Baumgarten, Sam Reams, Hayden Bagwell, Mr. Larry Erwin
(Sponsor) Front Row: (L to R) Alicia McFarlin, Janna Burch, Melinda
Fultz-Anderson
