Walters Middle School students performed in the Lawton area Circle the State with Song Festival on Thursday, February 5, 2026. The students practiced throughout the day on various choral selections and presented a concert that evening.
Students participating in the event were front row, left to right: Raelynn Scott, Jaycee Estes, Laya Graham, Lexi Baker, Dillan James and Reagan Smith. Back row, left to right: Music Director Charla Dedmon, Annelee Dewbre, Grey Jackson, Selena Calhoun, Mikaylee Kriz, Brooklynn Harcrow and Heaven Asies.
The special guest conductor was Dr. Karsten Longhurst, OCU Chair of Vocal Music Education and Artistic Director of Canterbury Youth Voices and current OCDA President. Several proud Walters parents attended the event. A special thank you to Cindy Anderson for providing extra transportation and taking the group picture.


