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Delta Dental Healthcorps was one of the businesses that attended the Kingston Transition Night. Megan Moss -
Representatives from Cardinal Glass in Durant attended the event. Megan Moss -
Angela Cutter sets up goodie bags with an unnamed helper. Megan Moss -
Commerical Metals was also on hand to give students information about the business. Megan Moss -
Employees at Oklahoma Works, a job center in Durant, attended the Transition Night. Megan Moss -
Many students attended the 2nd annual Transition Night to learn about life after high school. Megan Moss
“Every day may not be good… but there’s something good in every day.” -Alice Morse Earle (A quote chosen by Diana Lummus-event coordinator)
On Tuesday May 3, 2022, Kingston High School held the 2nd Annual Transition Night to help students transition into adulthood after high school.
This event was coordinated to educate the students about future career options such as: post-secondary education, trade school, training, as well as employment opportunities in the community.
From 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., the KMAC doors were open to the public with multiple businesses inside for the community to talk about the future. The Kingston Police Department, military recruiters, the Red Cross, OK Steel & Wire, Murray State College, Financial Aid Assistance, OK Truck Driving, and many other organizations were on hand to answer any questions students or parents might have..
Diana Lummus, the event coordinator said she was thankful for the many people who chipped in to help the event happen.
“We appreciate the dinner provided by First United and the many door prizes, donated by various companies,” Lummus said.
Kingston student, Taloa Lewis, said she already had her sights set on an employer.
“I really liked that Choctaw Nation was there because I really want to work with the tribe after graduation,” Lewis stated.
Audra Bain, a Kingston teacher who attended the event, said she welcomed all the businesses and organizations that showed up to answer questions.
“I, personally, thought that it was a great opportunity for our students, their families, and our community,” Bain said. “I was pleasantly surprised with how many businesses and organizations there were. I appreciate Mrs. Easley and Ms. Lummus for putting this event together. “
Mindi Weeks said the hard work and effort put into the event was apparent and appreciated.
“As a teacher it was really something to see all the hard work Lummus put in and all the businesses that came out to support the kids,” Weeks said.
The event was well put together and it showed. Many people in the community are thankful for this annual event because it supports the students. Lummus said she is thankful for all the help and support she received.
“I would like to thank all the companies, community partners, and educational programs that provided our students and the community with information and opportunities,” Lummus said.