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The Oklahoma City Public Schools Board of Education YouTube channel shares videos for the community.
WATCH LIVE: State Superintendent Ryan Walters and the Oklahoma State Board of Education meeting to discuss the state's education budget.***Welcome to the New...
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Multiple playlists. Official videos of the Oklahoma State Department of Education.
Jul 12, 2021 · Now, the state board has voted to take over administration of the school, and members said law enforcement would become involved if district leaders refuse to step aside.
- State Expands Criminal Charges For Meeting Disruption
- Politically Charged Topics Create More Tension
- School Board Conflicts Become National Controversy
- Service For The ‘Right Reasons’
During the Oklahoma Legislature’s 2021 session, lawmakers broadened the state’s abilityto file misdemeanor charges for interfering in public meetings. It’s unlikely anyone has been charged under the broadened statute for disrupting state business, according to an analysis of online court records by Oklahoma Policy Institute Research Director Ryan G...
Baker chalks up most of the negative behavior to some being “rationally irrational,” a byproduct of both a divided nation and the deep concern parents have for their children’s education. Most topics that set his community on edge involved COVID-19 precautions, like virtual schooling, mask requirements and vaccinations. But, political issues also c...
An already politically charged discourse surrounding school boards reached a fever pitch on Sept. 29 when the National School Boards Association complained of threats against school board members andrequested federal intervention from the Biden Administration. U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland thenordered the FBI and federal prosecutors to meet...
The very nature of elected school boards involves a certain level of politicking. But it’s “regrettable” that national talking points, like critical race theory, are considered educational issues, Abdo said. The complaints Abdo heard from parents pre-COVID – day-to-day concerns going on in schools – have given way to ideological debates. Abdo said ...
Board actions affect the families of hundreds — even thousands — of students and employees. The duties of a board member include working with other board members to craft policies, approve a budget, and hire/supervise the superintendent who serves as CEO.
Board Chair, Paula Lewis. Email Paula Lewis. (405) 587-0444. The Honorable Paula Lewis. C/O OKCPS Board Services. PO Box 36609. OKC, OK 73136. Terms of Office. Chairperson, 2021-2025 (elected)
