Local veteran and education advocate urges ASVAB test prep for high school students
Summary
During public comment, Quincy Benton—cofounder of ASVAD Edge Academy—asked the board to explore ASVAB preparation for students, citing gaps in readiness for military enlistment, employment or further training.
Quincy Benton, who identified himself as a lifelong Oklahoma City resident and co‑founder of ASVAD Edge Academy, urged the Midwest City–Del City School Board to consider districtwide ASVAB test preparation for high school students.
"There's a pretty pressing need for ASVAB preparation for high school students," Benton said during the public‑comment portion, adding that his group has discussed the issue with recruiters, JROTC coordinators and school administrators. He described the ASVAB as "a critical test" for students considering enlistment and said higher scores expand options for military jobs.
Benton said ASVAD Edge Academy would like to formally engage with the superintendent and high school principals "to see if there's any particular assistance that we can provide" and asked the board to open dialogue about test‑preparation supports. He noted his co‑founder is a 12‑year U.S. veteran who could not attend that evening.
Board members thanked Benton for his presentation and asked whether there were questions; no formal board action was taken at the meeting. Administrators present have the discretion to follow up with Benton and district leaders to discuss potential next steps, according to staff comments during the meeting.
The public-comment request could prompt district staff to evaluate current ASVAB offerings, work with school counselors and principals, and return with recommendations if administrators determine a districtwide program or partnership is warranted.
