Education Alive

Payne Education Center, located in Oklahoma City, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to preventing reading difficulties and remediating dyslexia among Oklahomans. By training educators and providing resources to families, the center aims to improve learning outcomes for children affected by dyslexia. In 2024, Payne Education Center trained 863 educators, provided over 2,768 hours of tutoring for struggling readers, and supported 52 trainees pursuing national dyslexia certifications. Their commitment to community awareness and support makes them a vital resource for families and professionals dealing with reading challenges. Generated from the website

The Fine Arts Institute is the place for creativity and excitement. In 2018, we celebrated 33 years as Edmond’s nonprofit community arts organization offering educational enrichment for adults and children in visual and performing arts. The FAI sponsors the Edmond Youth Chorus, three annual children’s plays, gallery exhibits each month, and classes and camps for all ages.