Shawnee Public Schools Closed Due To Storm Damage

News 9's Tevis Hillis talked to a Shawnee Public School teacher about the communities need for support to restore the schools after Wednesday’s storm.

Thursday, April 20th 2023, 2:47 pm

By: Tevis Hillis

News 9's Tevis Hillis talked to a Shawnee Public School teacher about the communities need for support to restore the schools after Wednesday’s storm.

“It's going to take a lot to get the community back and going —we are a pretty tight community and any support is welcomed.” said Shawnee school teacher.

The Shawnee Public School superintendent has closed school until the area has been restored.

Tevis Hillis

Tevis Hillis, a proud Oklahoma native, anchors the weekend morning news. She also covers breaking news, education, and topics relevant to people in their 20s for her weekday audience. In addition to her on-air role, Tevis is an adjunct professor for OU Nightly, mentoring over 160 students each semester.