HPTC Celebrates 5th Annual HPTC Legacy & Service Awards
High Plains Technology Center (HPTC) hosted its 5th Annual Legacy and Service Awards Recognition Dinner on January 12, honoring the individuals whose service, leadership, and generosity continue to strengthen career and technical education across Northwest Oklahoma.
The evening brought together HPTC employees, board members, community partners, and guests for a celebration of dedication, impact, and shared vision. The event highlighted years of service milestones as well as the presentation of HPTC’s most prestigious honor—the Legacy Award.
Years of Service Awards
HPTC recognized the following individuals for their commitment to the school and its mission:
5 Years of Service
Alisa Branson
Jarrid Drew, Board Member
Mary Gaskill
Rodney Ogden
Stacey Schuermann
10 Years of Service
Darin Dale
15 Years of Service
Taylor Burnett
Rachelle Rogers
20 Years of Service
Micky McDonald
“These individuals represent the heart of HPTC,” said Superintendent Barclay Holt. “Their dedication directly impacts the success of our students, the strength of our programs, and the future of our workforce.”
2026 Legacy Award Recipients
This year’s Legacy Award was presented to Bobby and Brenda Alexander in recognition of their extraordinary generosity and continued commitment to career and technical education in Northwest Oklahoma.
In the spring of 2025, the Alexanders made a transformational gift by donating the Woodward Studio of Dance building, located just west of HPTC’s campus, to support the school’s growing post-secondary and workforce training programs. The donation has provided a critical springboard for HPTC’s expansion at a time when programs are growing at a rapid speed.
