Lee Peacock Jones

It is my belief that the beautiful children in OKCPS are all able to learn and grow while in our care.  My wonderful career at OKCPS is due to the incredible Board Member Gloria Torres.  She was my Principal at Jefferson Middle School and employed me - in other words, she took a big chance!  My amazing special education team, Alana, Winston, Sherry, Marilynn, Louise, Robyn, Terri and Cecile showed me how to care for our students.  LMS Denise Phillips brought joy and sunshine, as well as an extraordinary friendship. Fellow teacher Joe Bolin has shared many exceptional ideas and provided my first classroom library. The fantastic Library Services Director, Sandy Futrell has been a role model and mentor.  Currently, it is the remarkable support of our effervescent Principal Nikki Coshow, and the fantastic staff at Van Buren Elementary, that brings me this incredible honor.  I would also like to thank Andrew and Melissa Jones for the phenomenal gifts they have given me, and suffering through many a meatless Monday to help pay for school supplies!   

I am proud to be an OKCPS  team and family member.  A wise teacher reminded me that we have the “privilege” of teaching young lives each day.  We have the joys and sometimes sorrows of helping our young students and their families. The rewards for me have been tremendous.  I proudly recognize, embrace and celebrate our community diversity. And I appreciate OKCPS for this opportunity and privilege. \ (•◡•) /  I thank you all.