There is a low chance (20%) for mostly light rain across our area on SUN when this next system start moving through. However, rain could transition to a snow mix across northwest OK in the afternoon ending with flurries after dark during the evening hours #okwx#texomawx
A8 - S's are tired, they are still living through a pandemic, they have lost family, they are behind, they fear schools could close again. School is their safe place. The legislators need to step up for our T’s, so they will stay and continue to serve our future. #oklaed
A5 - School Choice - I choose where I live. When I research where I live, I am choosing to the local school and pay taxes that contribute to that school district. Ths is school choice.. #oklaed
@mcvay51 How long has OK had this position? Is it becuase teh Sec of Ed is appointed (controlled by the govenor) and the state supt is elected? But since the state school board is appointed and has more say than the state sup, it seems like an imbalance of power.
@shawnhime A2 - I am not sure how legislation can fix it, but educators are tired. What can we do to lessen the burden? I know too many great T’s and Admin who are looking to leave (not retire, leave). It’s not just about pay. #OklaEd
It is unfortunate that a candidate for the office of State Superintendent of Schools could have a total lack of understanding of what is happening in our schools. Once again purely political statements offer only criticism not solutions.
A10 - @MoorePublicSch & @romines1969 have added LPC’s and additional school counselors over the last couple of years. This year we have LPC’s specifically hired to serve staff. #oklaed
A9 - We are in unprecidented times. There are not enough workers in all types of career fields. I think workers everywhere are worn out. I think it’s more complex than raising salaries. I wish there was an easy answer. #oklaed
Thank you #OkLeg for a $210.3Million increase in #OklaEd funding for the 2021-2022 school year. Over the past 5 years #OklaEd funding has increased by $776Million. Great work in keeping the momentum moving in the right direction. #Progress to being competitive.
Please celebrate w/ us, Harrison Butler, our hero who beat Pre B Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia! This very strong child serves as an inspiration for many. He will ring the bell this weekend but our friends at Southgate-Rippetoe had a fun, early celebration for him. #mpspride