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True education is missionary training; fitting us for this work should be the object of education.

Nothing in this world equals the thrill of leading someone to Jesus. This is the essence of Oklahoma Academy…leading young people to Jesus so they can lead others. Located just outside Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Academy is strategically positioned to train its students to be soul winners for Jesus.

“True education is missionary training…and to fit us for this service should be the object of our education” (MH 395). This overall purpose of Oklahoma Academy flows through every aspect of the program. The college preparatory curriculum is designed to not only prepare students for college, but also teach them how to reach people for Christ. The music program extends beyond performance as a ministry that touches hearts when other media cannot. To this end, the chorale, bell choir, and string ensemble travel throughout the United States and the world, sharing the gospel through music. Since all true ministry is founded on character and a strong work ethic, the vocational program at Oklahoma Academy seeks to establish this foundation in its students. Learning the practical, simple skills of life is an essential preparation for service. Along with the usual work areas of canvassing, cafeteria, maintenance, offices, farm, and grounds, Oklahoma Academy offers two programs designed to train young people in specific skills for missionary work: massage therapy and mission aviation. Seeking God in His second book of nature is an important part of Oklahoma Academy. Whether it is horse camp, a Waldensian hike in the Wichita Mountains, or Sabbath outings to a park, students have many opportunities to enjoy the rejuvenation that fellowshipping in nature can bring. Founded in 1981, Oklahoma Academy has a nearly 30-year history of excellence. In everything they do, their goal is to help the students “obtain an education that will help them to stand by the side of Christ in unselfish service” (MH 395)

10/26/2026

🍂 You're Invited to Oklahoma Academy's Autumn Week of Prayer!

We warmly invite you to join us for a special Week of Prayer with Dr. Mark Sandoval.

Our series began last night, and we apologize for not sharing this invitation sooner. But if you missed the opening message, don't worry! You can still watch the recording and join us for the remaining livestreams.

Whether you're part of the Oklahoma Academy family or joining us from somewhere else, we hope these messages will encourage you and draw you into a closer walk with God.

📺 Watch the recordings and find upcoming livestreams here:

https://www.youtube.com//streams

We hope you'll join us—and please share this invitation with friends and family!

10/19/2026

Monday Memories: Putting Names to the Faces"

Last Throwback Thursday, we shared three photographs from Oklahoma Academy’s archives with very little information attached. Thanks to your comments, names and stories are beginning to return to them.

Photos 1 appears to show Gary Givens, probably in 1988 or 1989.

Photo 2 shows Elder Jim Hiner on the left, an unidentified visiting pastor in the center, and Pastor Tom Patzer on the right. The communion trays suggest a communion-related service, although one person remembered agape feasts at OA rather than a formal communion service. The date and exact occasion remain uncertain.

Photo 3 appears to have been a staff meeting, possibly following prayer meeting, during the late 1980s. Evelyn Hainey noted that a similar photograph appears on page 48 of the 1988 OASIS and may have been taken on the same roll of film.

Front row: Mrs. Belk, affectionately remembered as “Granny B”; Elder Jim and Donelda Hiner; and Mr. and Mrs. Cornforth.

Second row: Mr. Bartch; Mr. and Mrs. Ochoa; Evelyn Hainey; and Curt and Denise Henderer.

Back row: Marie Cleveland Tenold; Linda Kennedy; Brian and Karen Holland; and Bob and Diana Bird.

Thank you to everyone who helped us recover this part of OA’s history. We still need your help. Can anyone identify the visiting pastor in Photo 2 or confirm the dates and occasions? Did we place anyone incorrectly or leave someone out?

Please add what you remember.

10/15/2026

OA Throwback Thursday #2 | Help Us Track Down the Story

We’re back with another group of old Oklahoma Academy photos, and once again we could use your help.

Do you recognize anyone? Do you know about when the photos were taken, where they were taken, or what was happening?

If a photo brings back a memory, we’d especially enjoy hearing the story behind it.

When you comment, please include the photo number so we know which picture you’re referring to.

As we gather enough information to identify a photo and tell more of its story, we’ll bring it back and share what you helped us discover.

Help us track down the story!

10/06/2026

Join Oklahoma Academy at the 2026 Christmas Symphony in Owasso

Oklahoma Academy is excited to be part of this year’s Christmas Symphony in Owasso! 🎄🎶

Our students will again be participating with both choir and instrumental performances as we join other musicians for an evening of Christmas music.

We would love to have you come hear our students and enjoy the program with us!

📅 December 12
🕖 7:00 p.m.
📍 Mary Glass Performing Arts Center, Owasso

Tickets are available here:
https://www.owassoeventregistrations.com/event-details/2025-christmas-symphony-owasso-1

Come celebrate the Christmas season with us!

10/02/2026

You might think that since school has started and things seem to be running smoothly, Oklahoma Academy has all the staff we need.
Actually, we still have several important staff openings.
If you've ever wondered whether there might be a place for you in the work at Oklahoma Academy, this could be a good time to take another look. Staff housing is available, and we have needs in a number of areas.
Or perhaps you know someone who would be a good fit. Please share this with them.
See our current staff openings here:
https://outpostcenters.org/en/oci-website/ministries/155/

10/01/2026

OA Throwback Thursday | Help Us Track Down the Story

OA Communications recently discovered three boxes full of old photographs—and most of their stories have been lost to us.

We would love your help figuring out who is pictured, approximately when the photos were taken, and what was happening.

This is the first of what we hope will become a regular Throwback Thursday series. We hope you enjoy seeing these glimpses of OA's past—and that they bring back some memories along the way.

When we learn enough about a photo to tell more of its story, we'll bring it back and share what you helped us discover.

When you comment, please include the photo number so we'll know which picture you're telling us about.

Help us track down the story!

09/01/2026

Beginning the Year Together | Wewoka Woods Sabbath Retreat

Oklahoma Academy students and staff gathered at Wewoka Woods for our first retreat of the school year—a time set aside to strengthen our relationships with God and with one another.

Together, we participated in Sabbath School and church, worshiped, and reflected on the importance of keeping Christ at the center of the year ahead. Because of the summer heat, much of our time was spent in the main lodge or exploring the nature museum, but there was still plenty of fellowship, laughter, and conversation.

The retreat gave us an opportunity to step away from our regular routine, appreciate God’s creation, and begin the school year united as an Oklahoma Academy family.

08/24/2026

New Chairs, Generous Hearts

New cafeteria chairs have arrived at Oklahoma Academy! Two generous donors purchased them from our Amazon wishlist, meeting a practical need that will benefit our students and staff every day.

This video follows the chairs from unboxing to their new place in the cafeteria, where they will be used for countless shared meals and conversations. We are deeply grateful to the friends who made this gift possible. Thank you for giving the Oklahoma Academy family a seat at the table!

08/02/2026

Paving the Way for the Future | Oklahoma Academy Campus Update

Oklahoma Academy is paving the way for the future!

Join us for a tour of the campus paving project and see the progress being made on roads serving our staff homes, newly acquired property, future development areas, and campus delivery routes.

In this video, you will see:

• Newly paved campus roads and staff driveways
• Preparations for an additional two-inch layer of finishing asphalt
• Property planned for additional staff housing and a cul-de-sac
• Future RV hookups and camping areas
• The planned location of a new aviation hangar
• Land available for future ministries, including dreams for a church and health ministry
• A road that previously required four-wheel drive after heavy rain
• Improved access for delivery trucks, buses, and other heavy vehicles

This tremendous improvement was made possible by a friend of Oklahoma Academy who thoughtfully remembered the school in his will. His generosity and forward thinking will continue blessing our students, staff, and ministries for many years.

Oklahoma Academy has many immediate needs, along with some big dreams for the future. If you would like to become part of what God is doing here, please contact us:

https://www.oklahomaacademy.org/contact-us

https://youtu.be/MY5PAS6v9aw

07/20/2026

Save the Date – Oklahoma Academy Alumni Weekend 2026

October 17–19, 2026

Mark your calendars now and begin making plans to return to Oklahoma Academy for a wonderful weekend of reconnecting with classmates, teachers, and friends.

Whether it's been five years or forty, Alumni Weekend is a special opportunity to renew old friendships, reminisce about cherished memories, and see what God is continuing to do through Oklahoma Academy.

Honored Classes are those who graduated in years ending in 1 or 6.

Accommodations

We encourage you to make lodging reservations early. Accommodations are available at Messiah's Mansion on campus, as well as several hotels in Harrah and Choctaw.

Weekend Program

Special speakers and additional weekend activities will be announced in the coming weeks.

We look forward to welcoming alumni and friends back to campus for an inspiring weekend of fellowship, worship, and memories.

Watch for additional announcements with the complete schedule and registration information. We hope to see you October 17–19!

Address

6100 Academy Lane
Harrah, OK
73045

Website

http://www.oklahomaacademy.org/

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