OKC Rotary News

April 14, 2026 | Volume 114 | No. 39
In-Person and Livestreamed from Christian Life Center - St. Luke's Methodist Church | 11:55
Link to the Livestream 11:55am

Oklahoma State Department of Education

Lindel Fields is a nationally recognized leader in education, organizational culture, and leadership development, with more than 30 years of experience transforming schools, agencies, and businesses. He currently serves as Oklahoma’s State Superintendent of Public Instruction, where he is focused on improving reading proficiency, strengthening teacher recruitment and retention, and expanding career pathways for students across the state.
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High School Rotarian Day!
Acting President: Amarachi Ude
Acting Chair of the Day: Hope Fahler
Acting Moderator: James Cortes Rodriguez
Attendance Scanner/Greeters: Kathy Frankenfield, Clarke Farmer
Acting Greeters: Grace Grimes, Esmind Huerta, Oscar Valles-Juarez, Carl Amaya, Kate Craine, Graycen McKone
Acting Scanners: Manuel Martinez-Jimenez, Braylon Clayton, Georgina Pena
Acting Pianist: Sami Darrehmane
Registration: Emily Stratton, Bobby Mills
New Rotarian Welcome Table: Amy Spring
Acting Introduction of Guests: Amelia "Milly" Greenhaw, Zaireth Araiza,
Acting Invocation/Pledge Leader: Aidan Pemberton
Microphone/ Q & A: Richard Smith, Bobby Mills
Menu: Bolognese Pasta, Caprese Chicken. Spinach and White Beans, Antipasto Skewer, Orzo Salad, Caesar Salad

club 29 breakfast

April 16, 2026 | 7:00am
Quail Creek Country Club | Wingspan Room
Chairs: John D. Williams, David Hull, Aaron Collins

Speaker: Periann Pulliam – Upward Transitions

reflections

Celebrating the Week of the Young Child 2026: Honoring Rotary International and Advancing Oklahoma’s Commitment to Children

by A.J. Griffin

The Week of the Young Child, April 11-17, 2026, offers a powerful opportunity to celebrate young children, honor the people and organizations dedicated to their well‑being, and renew our collective commitment to building communities where every child can thrive. Among the global champions for children, Rotary International stands out as a steadfast partner in lifting up families, improving health, and investing in the foundation every child deserves. Rotary’s long history of service—rooted in the belief that strong communities begin with strong, supported families—aligns beautifully with the goals we hold in Oklahoma for our youngest residents.

Rotarians around the world work tirelessly to create conditions for healthy child development: expanding access to early learning, improving maternal and child health, reducing preventable diseases, and strengthening community supports. Their commitment reflects a truth we know well here at home—the earliest years of life matter profoundly. In fact, the first 1,000 days, from pregnancy to age three, form the most rapid period of brain growth and set the trajectory for health, learning, and emotional well‑being. READ MORE

Announcements

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April 2026 District Newsletter

The energy coming out of PETS this year was truly encouraging. It was great to see so many leaders from across District 5750 come together with a shared commitment to serve and grow. The collaboration, conversations, and willingness to learn from one another made a lasting impression.
PETS was more than just training—it was a valuable opportunity to connect, reflect, and prepare for the year ahead. Thank you to everyone who participated, contributed, and supported the experience. Your time and effort are what make this district strong. READ MORE

=>Accounting Email Change - Statements were emailed April 1, 2026

On July 1, 2024 the Rotary Club of Oklahoma City updated our accounting software to QuickBooks Online. With this change, the email address that sends your statements has been updated to: quickbooks@notification.intuit.com

Please add the above email address to your safe senders list and check your spam/junk folders for communications from the Rotary office. Quarterly statements were emailed and we appreciate your assistance to ensure timely payment.

Memorials

The Rotary Club 29 Foundation accepts gifts honoring loved ones.
A contribution can be made here

In the News

If you have good news - honors, awards, new achievements - to share with the club please let us know!

Upcoming Events

April 14, 2026 - Rotary Afterhours
April 21, 2026 - Tulsa Rotarians visit OKC
April 26, 2026 - 6:00am -1:00 Volunteer Service - Memorial Marathon Hydration Station 17
June 2, 2026 - Car Show
June 23, 2026 - Meeting Off Site - Innovation Hall 316 NE 9th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73104
June 30, 2026 - Inaugural of the 2026-2027 Officers & Directors, Lance McDaniel President

Rotary Club 29 Online Directory
DacDb has a new App in the App/Play Store!!

Rotary Club 29 has an online membership directory which contains current content information for all club members. The link to access the Club 29 directory can be found at the top of the home page of okcrotary.club or by clicking here.
OKC Rotary has provided this tool as a convenience to help members stay in touch with one another. The online directory, just like the printed roster, should only be used for Rotary purposes. If you need help in accessing the directory, please email the office.

FUTURE PROGRAMS

2025-2026 Program Schedule
April 21, 2026- Mike Knopp: “OKC Olympic City: An Update on the LA28 Olympics and the Legacy for the Entire State” Guests will be members of the Rotary Club of Tulsa
April 28, 2026 - Paul Chambers - "An Oklahoman's Wrongful Detention in Thailand"