Putting Education First The Oklahoma Education Association has long been considered the voice of education in Oklahoma. Founded Oct. 19, 1889, as the Oklahoma Teachers Association, the group held its first meeting on Christmas Day of that year at the Guthrie First Methodist Church. The OEA has a rich heritage
“Absentee voting is an easy and convenient way to exercise your right to vote. Any registered voter in Oklahoma may vote by absentee ballot. It is not necessary to give a reason for voting absentee.” Oklahoma State Election Board State Makes Absentee Voting Easier The June 30 primaries are fast
In the fight to protect and support public education, who is on the other side? There is very well funded, ambitious movement to harm public education in our country. In an effort to help our members understand who some of these groups are, New Business Item 11 at the 2019
OEA Constitution & Bylaws Updated January 2023. OEA Resolutions As approved by the 2021 Delegate Assembly OEA Board Policies Revised Jan. 2023. Policies for Appointive Bodies Updated May 2022 Code of Ethics for the Teaching Profession Standing Rules for Delegate Assembly Updated April 2018 2022-2023 OEA Election Guidelines Revised Jan.
OK State Board of Ed. approves Hofmeister’s budget request On Monday, Sept. 19 the State Superintendent of Public Instruction Joy Hofmiester included a $5000 raise for teachers and additional funds for support staff in the annual budget request. When making this request, Hofmeister said “We’ve significantly raised teacher pay in
Summary of OEA Awards The OEA Awards Program honors the people who support and promote public education. The awards, which are subject to the approval of the OEA Board of Directors, are presented during the annual OEA Delegate Assembly in April. Although the awards are classified as annual awards, the
Purpose The OEA Women’s Caucus is established for the purpose of providing a channel through which members of the OEA/NEA can actively work to eliminate sexism in all facets of society, with special emphasis on education. The caucus is dedicated to support the goals, objectives, and programs of the OEA/NEA.
On this page you will find a collection of classroom resources for all ages to support Black History Month curriculum in the state of Oklahoma. Black History in Oklahoma Still Have a DreamAlmost 50 years since she became the first black female mayor in U.S. history, Taft’s Lelia Foley-Davis is
Congratulations to OEA member and Union PS Teacher, Rebecka Peterson, on being named the 2023 National Teacher of the Year! Rebecka has taught high school math classes ranging from intermediate algebra to Advanced Placement calculus, for 11 years at Union High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Amid a difficult first year
Thank you for taking part in OEA’s democratic process and for letting your voice be heard. As you prepare for the 2024 elections, please review the candidate videos, statements and information below. Online voting is open from March 18 and closes on March 29. Click HERE to vote. You have
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