Group of Page Academy students holding certificates for Sandite Spirit Award

Page Academy Students, Sand Springs Employees Receive Board Recognition

SSPS Communications

October 7, 2025

At Sand Springs Public Schools, we take pride in honoring Sandites who go above and beyond to serve our students, staff, and community. At the October Sand Springs Board of Education meeting, the board recognized Drug Free School Coordinator Kaitlyn Knowlton, bus driver Cynthia Meadows, and several students from Page Academy.

Kaitlyn Knowlton smiles next to board president Whitney Wagers and receives the Sandite Pacesetter AwardKaitlyn Knowlton

Leading with Impact

Kaitlyn Knowlton received the Sandite Pacesetter Award. Knowlton serves as our District-Wide Prevention Coordinator and has shown incredible innovation in building prevention and intervention support for students across Sand Springs. She recently presented at the OSSBA/CCOSA Leadership Conference. This week, she will present to the Oklahoma Legislature on an interim study on chronic absenteeism. Her dedication and passion for helping students overcome barriers is making a real impact. We’re proud to celebrate her outstanding work and positive example of Sandite excellence!

Cynthia Meadows stands with Erich Anderson and board member Alesha Spoon. Cynthia is holding a certificate for the Sandite Pacesetter AwardCynthia Meadows

A Drive for Compassion

The board presented the Sandite Pacesetter Award to Cynthia Meadows, one of our incredible bus drivers for students with disabilities. Meadows goes above and beyond every day to care for her students. Her calm, compassionate response during a recent crisis showed her deep commitment to student safety and well-being. Her smile, positivity, and dedication embody what it means to be a true Sandite.

Page Academy Students holding certificates for Sandite Spirit AwardTwo page academy students receive certificates for the Sandite Spirit Award. They are standing next to board members and a Page Academy teacher.Page Academy Students

Serving Our Community

A group of Page Academy students received the Sandite Spirit Award for helping their school on a service learning day. Students rolled up their sleeves and gave their campus some extra love. From trimming trees and bushes to pulling down vines creeping up the building, these students worked hard to make the school shine. It was a great day of teamwork, fresh air, and pride in keeping Page Academy looking its best.

Congratulations to the following students!

Pictured:

  • Jadyn Stites

  • Ean Williams

  • Gary Oliver

  • Tashiya Edwards

  • Caden Rodriguez

  • Katelynn Luce

  • Hunter Douglas

  • Summer Bennett

  • Riley Walbaum

Not pictured:

  • Todd Benner

  • Creedance Davis

  • Alex Ekelman

  • Adrian Ellis

  • James Flippo

  • Oliver Frampton

  • Will Huff

  • Ryan Lee

  • Logan McCord

  • Kenli Narboe

  • Korbin Rivers

  • JJ Speck

  • Candy Terry

  • Ben White

  • Teagan Whitford

Please join us in congratulating these Sandites on their recognitions. Their efforts remind us that behind every successful school community are dedicated people who make a difference every day.