https://www.marklandmotivates.com/blog daily 0.75 2021-02-09 https://www.marklandmotivates.com/blog/blog-post-four-ss9kr monthly 0.5 2019-08-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cdb0b54755be25d5d92bfb3/1565794519920-7ZV3FNWJON04K3BSJK6A/download.jpeg Blog - Blog Post Four https://www.marklandmotivates.com/blog/blog-post-three-kjnmx monthly 0.5 2019-08-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cdb0b54755be25d5d92bfb3/1565794488032-9XBL84FW5EFN7IJBCXN9/download+%281%29.jpeg Blog - Blog Post Three https://www.marklandmotivates.com/blog/blog-post-two-4px34 monthly 0.5 2019-08-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cdb0b54755be25d5d92bfb3/1565794203166-HK9O5SMXBCPW1RHBM3V5/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Blog Post Two https://www.marklandmotivates.com/blog/blog-post-one-nyztf monthly 0.5 2019-08-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5cdb0b54755be25d5d92bfb3/1565794043606-FK1PV2DOU30VI46WWL09/justice-rising-ECHO-AND-EARL-3.jpg Blog - Blog Post One https://www.marklandmotivates.com/vision daily 0.75 2021-03-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffde13b0dbcad7924fe7805/1612827943484-T985I8BXFP558WY4GYBM/IMG_0963.jpg Vision - The Scholarship The Motivate scholarship is a one-time scholarship of $500 - $1500. The scholarship(s) is an investment in the future growth, development, and well-being of African American men who graduate from high school and attend college. Nationwide research continues to indicate the graduation rate for black males being one of the lowest at 59%. This is the lowest of any population in the country. This statistic only continues to provide evidence of the economic, community, and systemic barriers that continue to impact the trajectory of the black community. Applicants must meet the following criteria: Applicants must be males and of African American descent; Applicants must be seniors graduating from Lawton Senior High School or Oklahoma City Public High School and meet the entrance requirement for an accredited college or university; Applicants must have a 3.0 G.P.A. or higher; and Applicants must submit a completed application mailed, emailed, or scanned to the Markland Motivate Foundation by the application deadline. — Norman Markland Executive Director, Mentor https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffde13b0dbcad7924fe7805/1612828041795-8E87ZNPPDAO8VSHV9GUR/Headshot+-+Website+.jpg Vision - The Founder Norman Markland, the founder of Markland Motivates, grew up in Lawton, Oklahoma in a single-parent household and quickly learned the importance of identifying with a community of supporters. Because of the mentors and the organization that helped him become successful, Norman grew a passion for giving back to his community and being a positive example to black men who stem from underprivileged communities. After graduating from Lawton Senior High school, Norman attended the University of Central Oklahoma where he received his bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology with a minor in Spanish. After graduation, Norman attended the University of Oklahoma where he received his master’s degree in Adult & Higher Education with an emphasis in Student Personnel. After working in Higher Education, Norman decided to continue his education and received his second master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Langston University/Oklahoma City Campus. In Oklahoma City, Norman serves as a licensed Professional Counselor, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and the Independent Team Leader & Housing Supervisor at Pivot “A Turning Point for Youth,” where he leads a transitional housing program for youth experiencing homelessness. About the Organization The Markland Motivate foundation is a 501 (c)(3) organization that assists in enhancing under-resourced communities through community outreach, economic development, mentorship, and scholarships to African American men who are in high school. The scholarship program is designed to encourage young black men to graduate from high school, enter adulthood, and attend Post-Secondary education or a vocational/trade school of their interest. Markland Motivates initiatives also includes mentorship to young black men with a focus in the areas of positive identify development, financial literacy, employment skills, and healthy relationships. https://www.marklandmotivates.com/media daily 0.75 2021-02-19 https://www.marklandmotivates.com/donate daily 0.75 2021-03-01 https://www.marklandmotivates.com/contact daily 0.75 2021-03-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffde13b0dbcad7924fe7805/1612829262227-IEOFRA9HOLEQZ27NMPM3/Head+Shot.jpg Contact - Contact us. 608 SE 61st St. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73149 (405) 921-3692 https://www.marklandmotivates.com/welcome daily 1.0 2022-07-07 https://www.marklandmotivates.com/scholarship-recipients daily 0.75 2021-02-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffde13b0dbcad7924fe7805/1614353755847-Y01FWPAPG1LUMJFNFK2S/Marcus%2BIrvin.jpg Scholarship Recipients - Marcus Ervin Marcus Ervin Ervin is a 2019 graduate from Lawton Senior High School and a recipient of a $500.00 scholarship. In high school school, Marcus was involved in Track & Field as well as the Ebony society. Currently, Marcus is a sophomore at Cameron University where his completing his basic and plans to major in Engineering. Marcus states “his challenge as an African American male has motivated him to do the best, he can do to break down stereotypes. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffde13b0dbcad7924fe7805/1613588932653-DX6518YWY6RB9IUGMPSP/Asante.jpg Scholarship Recipients - Asante’ Hardin Asante’ Hardin Hardin was the 2018 Markland Motivates scholarship recipient for $1,000. Asante’ graduated from Lawton Senior High School in 2018 and is currently a Junior at Cameron University studying Meteorology. Asante’s long-term goal is to work in television as a tv weather anchor or work behind the scenes at a news station. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffde13b0dbcad7924fe7805/1613589041252-Y6DF1965UB1CJ29FAD6J/Markiese+Boykin.jpg Scholarship Recipients - Markiese Boykin Markiese Boykin Boykin is a 2019 graduated from Lawton Senior High School and a $1,000 recipient of the Markland Motivates Scholarship. At Lawton High School, Markiese was involved with the Ethics Debate team, Ebony club, and the National Honor Society. Markiese is currently a sophomore at Centenary College in Louisiana where he majors History. Markiese’s long term goal is to attend Law school and fight societal injustices such as hate crimes, trafficking, and domestic terrorism. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5ffde13b0dbcad7924fe7805/1613589193028-4FZE8KETSSMABO74UOIU/Eric+Wiley.jpg Scholarship Recipients - Eric Wiley Eric Wiley Wiley is a 2020 graduate from Lawton Senior High School and a recipient of a $1,500 Markland Motivates scholarship. During his time at Lawton High School, Eric maintained at 4.3 Grade Point Average while excelling in Football, Basketball, and Baseball. Eric received the “Excellence in the Classroom Certificate, an “A” society Member of Gold Tassel, and the White Honor sash award. Eric was also extremely active in his church, Lawton First Assembly Church. Eric is currently completing his freshmen year where he is majoring in Computer Science. https://www.marklandmotivates.com/thank-you daily 0.75 2021-02-26