The Chuck & Betty Awards

Apply Sept. 15, 2026-Feb. 15, 2027

Starting this school year, TulsaKids will proudly recognize two outstanding graduating high school seniors who have demonstrated exceptional creativity, passion and potential in the fields of publishing, communications and the arts.

We created the Chuck & Betty Awards to honor two individuals who helped shape TulsaKids for decades—Chuck Foshee, longtime publisher, and Betty Casey, longtime editor. Their dedication to journalism, creative excellence and serving families throughout Northeast Oklahoma continues to inspire the next generation of communicators and creators.

Two $1,000 awards will be given annually—one recipient for The Chuck Award and one recipient for The Betty Award. They are intended to help students with the many expenses that come with beginning college.

Eligibility

Applicants must be graduating high school seniors in Tulsa County who are scheduled to graduate during spring 2027. Students must plan to attend an accredited college, university or trade school following graduation and pursue a related major or minor based on the award for which they are applying. Please submit to editor@tulsakids.com.

The Chuck Award

Named in honor of Chuck Foshee, longtime publisher of TulsaKids, The Chuck Award recognizes a graduating senior who has demonstrated a passion for publishing, graphic design or visual communications.

Eligible applicants should have participated in activities such as:

• School newspaper
• Yearbook
• Graphic arts or design
• Digital media
• Other creative or publishing-related extracurricular activities

The Betty Award

Named in honor of Betty Casey, longtime editor of TulsaKids, The Betty Award recognizes a graduating senior who has demonstrated a passion for writing, editing and storytelling.

Eligible applicants should have participated in activities such as:

• School newspaper or magazine
• Yearbook
• Blogging
• Writing internships
• Journalism or communications

Application Timeline

• Applications Open: September 15, 2026
• Application Deadline: February 15, 2027
• Recipients Announced: Spring 2027

Application Requirements

Applicants should submit the following:

• Personal Statement (500-1,000 words). Tell us about yourself, including your interests, hobbies, accomplishments and future goals. Share why you have chosen your intended field of study and how your experiences have prepared you to pursue it.
• Submit one letter of recommendation from a teacher who can speak to your character, work ethic, creativity and potential for success in your chosen field.
• Submit three examples that best showcase your talents and interests. Examples may include:
  • Essays
  • Newspaper or magazine articles
  • Graphic design projects
  • Artwork
  • Layouts
  • Photography
  • Digital media projects
  • Other creative work related to the award category

Please submit all material to editor@tulsakids.com.