Honorees to be inducted into the Oklahoma City Public Schools Foundation Wall of Fame during 41st annual awards ceremony
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June 26, 2025
Left to Right: The 2025 OKCPS Foundation Wall of Fame honorees are Marilyn Luper Hildreth, Bill Citty, Patience Latting (honored posthumously) and Richard and Glenna Tanenbaum (Mary Mélon-Tully Unsung Hero Honorees).
OKLAHOMA CITY (June 26, 2025) – The Oklahoma City Public Schools Foundation is proud to announce the 2025 Wall of Fame honorees: Marilyn Luper Hildreth, Bill Citty, Patience Latting (honored posthumously) and Richard and Glenna Tanenbaum. Honorees will be inducted at the 41st annual Wall of Fame event on Monday, October 27, at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum.
For more than four decades, the Wall of Fame has celebrated alumni and OKCPS advocates whose leadership and service have left a lasting mark on our city, state and beyond. This year’s honorees embody the Foundation’s 2025 theme, “Together, Somos Más Fuertes” (Together, We Are Stronger). Their individual accomplishments and collective impact demonstrate that strength, resilience and success comes from uniting to support our community, our schools, and our future.
Introducing the 2025 Wall of Fame Honorees:
Marilyn Luper Hildreth (Douglass High School)
A lifelong advocate for civil rights, Marilyn Luper Hildreth was just ten years old when she joined her mother, Clara Luper, in the historic Katz Drug Store sit-in, igniting a movement that would ripple across the nation. Her commitment to justice, equity and education has never wavered. Today, she continues to champion her mother’s legacy and inspire future generations throughout Oklahoma.
Bill Citty (Northwest Classen High School)
Bill Citty dedicated more than four decades to the Oklahoma City Police Department, serving as Chief from 2003 to 2019. His thoughtful leadership and steady presence helped the city navigate some of its most challenging moments, including the response to the 1995 Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building bombing. Under Citty, the department embraced growth, transparency and reform, earning respect both locally and nationally.
Patience Latting (Classen High School), Honored Posthumously
A trailblazer in every sense, Patience Latting made history as Oklahoma City’s first female mayor, and one of the first women to lead a major American city. Her forward-thinking leadership helped transform OKC’s infrastructure and laid the groundwork for long term progress. Her legacy continues to inspire civic engagement and public service.
Richard and Glenna Tanenbaum, Mary Mélon-Tully Unsung Hero Honorees
With hearts for public education and a deep commitment to community, Richard and Glenna Tanenbaum have invested millions in support of Oklahoma City Public Schools and countless local organizations. As business and community leaders, they understand that quality public education is key to the success and prosperity of our city and state. Their generosity has quietly shaped opportunities for students, teachers and families. This Unsung Hero award recognizes their tireless work as champions for OKCPS.
“This year’s Wall of Fame honorees represent the very best of who we are. Each of them, resilient, visionary and committed to community, have accomplished things once deemed impossible” said Kendra Horn, president and CEO of the OKCPS Foundation. “Through advocacy, investment and public service, the 2025 honorees have played critical roles in building a brighter, more prosperous future for Oklahoma City. As champions for OKCPS, they remind us that – together, we are stronger.”
Honorary Co-Chairs: Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt and former Mayor Ron Norick Mayor Norick, a 1995 Wall of Fame inductee, led the city through the Murrah Federal Building bombing and remains a symbol of resilience 30 years later. Mayor Holt has been a vocal supporter of OKCPS, championing bond initiatives, youth engagement and strategic investments that strengthen public education and the city’s future.
The 41st annual Wall of Fame event will take place on Monday, October 27, 2025, at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for a welcome reception, with the seated dinner and program beginning at 6:30 p.m.
If you are interested in becoming an event sponsor or would like to purchase tickets, please visit www.okckids.com/wall-of-fame.
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ABOUT THE OKLAHOMA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
The Oklahoma City Public Schools Foundation is a nonprofit organization with a mission to advance excellence, advocate for equity and build strong community support for Oklahoma City Public Schools. The Foundation works closely with the district and community to align strategies and priorities that drive long-term success for students and educators. To learn more about the Foundation’s focus areas, as well as volunteer and giving opportunities, visit okckids.com.
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