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Are you looking for a teaching job? If so, your Oklahoma moving company recommends that you move to the Sooner State, where there is currently a severe teacher shortage crisis.

Oklahoma now has about 1,000 teacher vacancies, and the shortage does not seem to be coming to an end any time soon. In 2012, the State Department of Education received 97 emergency certification requests in hopes of obtaining new teachers, fast. In 2014, that number skyrocketed to 499. Districts make these requests when a teacher leaves in the middle of the year, when multiple teachers leave or retire at once, or when a school has advertised for a position and is unable to fill it.

Emergency certification allows for some maneuvering in the teacher certification process. Applicants do not have to have formal educational training to teach students, but they will need a professional specialty or skillset that can be applied to the classroom. The Executive Director of Teacher Certification gave the example of an accountant who could become a business teacher.

Oklahoma’s teacher shortage is largely blamed on the low pay allotted to entry-level teachers. Oklahoma pays some of the lowest starting teacher salaries in the country, which start at around $31,600. It seems that most people with teaching degrees from Oklahoma schools are starting their careers in another state.

If you are a teacher that has recently moved to Oklahoma or know a teacher in the mid-west looking for work, try applying in the Sooner State schools. The Oklahoma State Department of Education will thank you, and so will the region’s students!

Trying to get away from your moving duties? Take your family to the Oklahoma City Zoo, but DON’T throw coins in the well to make a wish!

The Oklahoma City Zoo believes that the several health conditions that their animals are having are linked to this age old tradition.

Back in 2008, zoo staff members found 97 coins in the stomach of a baby harbor seal and deemed the coins as the cause of death. Although it may seem harmless, the zoo veterinarian says that when the coin is submerged in stomach acid, it releases zinc, which the animal then absorbs. The over-exposure to zinc can lead to liver failure, kidney failure, loss of red blood cells, or bleeding ulcers.

The Oklahoma City Zoo has been posting signs around the zoo, warning visitors about the dangers of tossing coins into the well or into the animals’ captivity area. If you are looking to visit the local zoo with kids, be sure to remind them that tossing coins is not permitted.

If you were hoping to make a wish for an easier move, don’t worry about tossing that coin. All My Sons Moving & Storage is ready to make your wish come true. Call your Oklahoma City moving company today, and one of All My Sons’ moving specialists will be able to get you on your way to an easy moving day.

Instead of a couples cooking class or taking your kids to Build-A-Bear, treat yourself and start bottling your own wine in Oklahoma City.

Waters Edge Winery is bringing a new and fun activity to all adults in Oklahoma City. Amateur wine makers can bottle their favorite reds, whites, or fruity combinations of wine, as well as design their own custom label for each bottle and cork it themselves.

Of course, if you are looking to bottle several bottles of wine, you may opt for Waters Edge’s automated corking machine. If you sign up for a full winery experience, you will want to try your hands at the old-fashioned, man-powered corker.

Waters Edge Winery offers a full winery experience for everyone; from adding the yeast and beginning the fermenting process, to bottling the final product. All My Sons Moving & Storage suggests this for date nights or parties of four or six, because it is fun to take part in the wine making and bottling process.

The Oklahoma City movers believe that taking a break from all of your moving duties is a great way to relieve moving stress. Get out of the house and learn how to make and bottle wine, rather than sitting at home stressing about what needs to be done during your move. If you are already up to the ceiling with moving stress, feel free to try one of Waters Edge’s holiday inspired Santagria or cranberry Malbec that is appropriately packaged in a Christmas tree-shaped bottle.

Looking for a new job opportunity? Look no further! Move to Oklahoma City today and increase your chances at finding a job for tomorrow.

Oklahoma City’s development of both new medical and industrial offices in the northeast area is expected to open up job opportunities for thousands of people.

Although development will span over the next couple of years, the new offices are estimated to provide over 2,000 jobs. What now looks to be a patch of grassy land, can soon be your future job location.

Even if you are not looking to be employed, you too will have something to look forward to in northeast Oklahoma City. The new development will provide several amenities to Oklahoma City locals such as popular restaurants for everyone to enjoy. The plan will also give a boost to the surrounding communities.

Oklahoma City has a lot of underdeveloped land that is readily available for new infrastructures. By developing this plot of land, nearby property values can expect to see an increase.

Whether you are looking for an employment opportunity or a real estate investment, set your eyes on Oklahoma City. Move to Oklahoma City before the summer of 2015 when the new development breaks ground, and lock in property at a lower price, before values increase.

With the latest freeze warnings, All My Sons of Oklahoma City wants you to be prepared for the low temperatures coming this winter.

Although it may be freezing outside, that should not keep you from being warm and comfortable inside your home. To make sure that you and your loved ones have a cozy winter, All My Sons Moving & Storage of Oklahoma City has compiled a list of ‘To Do’ items that you should review in order to make sure that your home is winter ready.

If you are moving to Oklahoma City, the following home maintenance tips should be done before the actual move. Making sure that these items are completed before your move will help your Oklahoma City movers be able to quickly and easily move all of your belongings into your new home so that you can enjoy the holiday season.

Air Leaks:
With the freezing cold gusts hitting Oklahoma City, it is important to double check your home for air leaks. Fixing air leaks will not only help you to stay warm inside your home, it will also help save you energy and money.

Insulation:
Check your attic insulation to make sure that your home is sufficiently insulated. If not, All My Sons suggests that you add insulation. A standard amount of insulation is a least twelve inches.
Regular Cleaning:

Make sure to clean your gutters, chimney, and furnace. The fall leaves usually tend to clog gutters and if water starts to back up it may seep into the house. As for your chimney and furnace, make sure that they are clean and working before putting them to use. Simple cleaning and maintenance around the home can go a long way and help you avoid any possible headaches.

Winter is the time for curling up by the fire, sipping on a hot cup of cocoa, with a blanket and friends and family. Once you are inside your home, you should be able to forget that it is below freezing outside. If you properly maintain your home there should be no reason for dealing with a large heating bill as a result of your home not maintaining a comfortable temperature.

Are you starting a business in the near future? Has it always been your dream to start a business? If the answer is yes, then move to Oklahoma City!

Move to Oklahoma City and be your own boss before you know it. Kiplinger’s latest ranking on “Top 10 Cities for Starting a Business” has ranked Oklahoma number 2.

Not only is Oklahoma City second on the list of cities to start a business, but the cost of living is also below average. Meaning that you could be saving big bucks while making big bucks. Although starting a company is anything but affordable, Oklahoma City makes it a lot more manageable than other highly competitive cities with a high cost of living such as Silicon Valley. Oklahoma City provides anyone who is looking to open a start-up business, with an educated work force and a favorable economy in order to do so.

For an extra boost, entrepreneurs can seek assistance from the GrowOKC Fund which is Oklahoma City’s very own investment capital for those looking to start a business of their own. This $2 million fund can help you expand into additional markets, ad sales channels, and make other investments once accepted. To be funded by GrowOKC, a company must prove its concept, have early investors, and have a firm business proposition.

However, moving to Oklahoma City is the first step to living out your dream of being your own boss. Move to the top ranked city that can help your future start-up company thrive! For a quick and easy move call your local moving specialist at 405-948-4400 today!

The Halloween festivities are not over just yet, but that is not stopping Oklahoma City from getting ready for the Christmas cheer as the city welcomes a classic tale of ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’ by Dr. Seuss. Opening October 28^th at the Civic Center Music Hall, say goodbye to Halloween and hello to Christmas in Oklahoma City by seeing this special musical event.

Following the 1957 children’s book How the Grinch Stole Christmas, the musical production features Stefan Karl as the bitter creature who wants to stop Christmas. The former Lazy Town TV villain, is now Dr. Seuss’s Grinch in the Celebrity Attractions Tour and does a wonderful job playing a comical bad guy role.

The touring production is a must see for all Oklahoma City residents! Whether you are looking to go back in time and cherish your childhood memories, or looking to introduce your young ones to this Christmas classic, How the Grinch Stole Christmas musical is the perfect Christmas attraction to check out. Be sure to get your tickets soon because this timeless classic is only in Oklahoma City through November 2^nd and then it will be moving on to continue spreading its Christmas cheer across the nation. If you are not moving to Oklahoma City before the first week of November, do not worry. The Civic Center Music Hall has several more exciting Christmas performances coming to town, such as: Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, The Christmas Show, Canterbury Christmas, and The Nutcracker.

Oklahoma City provides a comfort that other cities across the nation cannot provide. What exactly do I mean when I say comfort? I am talking about Oklahoma’s mouthwatering southern comfort food, more popularly known as “soul food”.

There are so many unique perks to Oklahoma eateries that will make you want to call the yummy city your home. Unlike the fancy five-star meals in New York that can leave you broke, Oklahoma City’s delicious home-cooked style meals are affordable, piled high, and have a taste you will never forget.

From bacon wrapped, battered, and fried meats and vegetables, you will never forget your first taste of Oklahoma City cuisine. If you are a foodie and are looking for something new for your taste buds, try some of Oklahoma’s finest: lamb fries, ribs, fried chicken, collard greens, and sweet potato pie! Oklahoma cuisine is not for the health conscious! If you are health conscious but still want to experience the perfect Oklahoma City welcome, be sure to try a full, authentic southern, comfort-style meal. After all, one cheat day won’t kill you and its definitely worth it!

Feel the comfort inside and out! From your satisfied belly to the welcoming atmosphere all throughout Oklahoma’s authentic soul food restaurants, you and your family will feel right at home.

If you are moving to Oklahoma City from out-of-state and are new to southern comfort cuisine, get ready because Oklahoma City offers some of the most exceptional restaurants to choose from such as: Bobo’s Chiken, Mama E’s Wings and Waffles, Double D’s Smoke and Soul BBQ, and many more!

Perhaps the best thing to happen to Oklahoma City this year is the publication of Territory: OKC.

Territory: OKC is Oklahoma’s brand new go-to guide to the city. Editor Veronica Pasfield and Publisher Trey McNeill describe the new publication as not only a guide to the city, but the best possible resource for learning about the highest quality local and independent businesses.

Territory: OKC is aiming to boost business in Oklahoma City while highlighting the lifestyle of the city and its people as well. The first edition can only be bought at a few locations as of now, but with the rate that they are flying off the shelves Territory: OKC is becoming the hottest new thing that Oklahoma City residents are extremely proud about.

The magazine has pulled together the most interesting things to do and places to go while in the city. From food to fashion, interior design to signature drinks, Pasfield says to refer to it as a travel guide and a way to boost a community on the rise.

The publication’s designers also want to note that it is completely independent of advertising, but rather presents advertisers’ business through artful displays. Another helpful feature of the popular magazine is the organization by neighborhood districts, making the “travel guide” easier to use and navigate through.

Pasfield and McNeill say that, “every good magazine is a love letter” and that is exactly how they want users to feel about OKC.

Territory: OKC is the ideal reference when considering a move to Oklahoma City. Find out the best places to dine, shop, and live in each neighborhood district and choose an area that suites your style. Find all you could want and more in your new neighborhood and make Oklahoma City your own by following the Territory: OKC guide.

Oklahoma Board of Education is delaying its decision to rehire CTB/McGraw-Hill after two years of statewide testing disruptions.

Last Thursday, members of the board discussed whether or not to renew their contract with CTB/McGraw-Hill after firing them in June for consecutive testing discrepancies.

Roughly 8,100 middle and high school students experienced computer problems during testing, and 9,100 students’ tests were interrupted by computer mishaps in 2013.

The contract worth $2.8 million, would re-hire the company and allow for 50,000 high school students to take end-of-the-year 2014 exams in seven major subjects.

Board member Leo Baxter said, “I’m not going to vote to give another $3 million to a failed vendor. When you take your car into the same guy twice and he screws it up both times, you go somewhere else. You don’t take it back to him and let him screw it up a third time.”

State schools Superintendent Janet Barresi admitted to the board that she was not happy about recommending the vendor, but they are running out of time and the lack of alternative vendor interest is also a major contributing factor.

“I don’t like doing this, but we have a statutory requirement to provide assessments during the testing window. If we could, we would be developing our own assessments…that align with state standards,” Barresi said.

The board is taking more time to consider their options before voting. Hopefully the school board will be able to work with the vendor at lending better test programs, or find an alternative vendor. The school board does not want current residents or families who are moving to Oklahoma City to shy away from their schools due to testing mishaps.