The people of Oklahoma Oil & Natural Gas have awarded Newcastle Early Childhood Center teacher Laramie Ball with $5,000 dollars for being recognized as one of the Top Twenty Teachers of 20242025.
Ball was selected out of more than 1,200 nominations for her passion for teaching, positive attitude and initiative. She teaches kindergarten at the Early Childhood Center.
“Mrs. Ball has a gift of teaching in a way that is fun and engaging, said, Monica Crowder. “Ball goes above and beyond to inspire a love of learning in her students.”
Newcastle Early Childhood Center will also receive $2,000 for science and math supplies. Ball was formally recognized on November 7.
“The people of Oklahoma Oil and Natural Gas are passionate about recognizing teachers for their efforts in creating the next generation of leaders,” said Oklahoma Energy Resources Board Executive Director Mindy Stitt. “It is a joy to recognize some of our state’s exemplary educators.”
The Oklahoma Energy Resources Board is funded by the more than 2,500 producers and thousands of royalty owners across Oklahoma through a voluntary one-tenth of one percent assessment on oil and natural gas production.
The mission is centered around a simple idea: empowering unlimited opportunity for all Oklahomans. We are committed to the well-being and prosperity of all.
Stitt said visit OERB.com to learn more about the investment that the people of Oklahoma Oil & Natural Gas are making in our state.
