2022 Delegate Assembly May 6-7, Hilton Garden Inn, Edmond New Business Items NBI #1 I move that OEA will work with local affiliates to assure that any immigration process will protect the rights of all students, support a safe environment, and provide an opportunity to learn. OEA will assist local affiliates in promoting and
OEA’s 2022 Organizing Conference theme of “Better Together: Organizing Through Advocacy” carries a double meaning. Not only does it emphasize the importance of collective action, but indicates the return of the conference as an in-person event. The conference is set for Feb. 25-26 at the Embassy Suites in Northwest Oklahoma
Governor Stitt delivered his State of the State on Monday, Feb. 6. Below is the response from OEA President Katherine Bishop: In Governor Stitt’s State of the State, he said: “Every child deserves a quality education that fits their unique needs, regardless of economic status, or background.” Every educator across
FCPE: What level of funding do you believe Oklahoma’s K-12 public schools need, and as State Superintendent, what would you do to advocate for funding? April Grace: “Well, I think we all know that per-pupil funding is not where we need it to be. Right? We’re dramatically lagging behind the
On Thursday, State Superintendent Ryan Walters presented his proposed education budget to the state board, who voted unanimously to approve it be brought to the state legislature for consideration. The proposed budget by Ryan Walters cut funding requests for public education by nearly $60 million and eliminated $160 million originally
Q. What level of funding do you believe Oklahoma’s K-12 public schools need, and as State Superintendent, what would you do to advocate for funding? John Cox: “Okay. So, actually, four years ago — and this is just based upon what I see in my school and the money that
FCPE: What level of funding do you believe Oklahoma’s K-12 public schools need, and as State Superintendent, what would you do to advocate for funding? William Crozier: “I’ve worked with kids for some time. My project would be to reduce the costs of administrators and administration. Also, keep our money
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
Thank you OEA members for using your voices; we had unprecedented involvement from teachers, support staff, admin and community members championing public education. Your voices were and are still important. From every corner of the state, our members have made it clear they will never abandon the fight for public
“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
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