Glen Abshere, Ed.D

Executive Director of Oklahoma Association of Elementary School Principals (OAESP); host of the OAESP Principal Podcast

[CCOSA @CCOSA]

Congrats to the participants of this year’s OPLI, ELA, and CFO Academy programs! We're proud to celebrate their dedication & commitment to making a difference in their schools, districts, & communities. Thanks for your leadership & your continued investment in public education.

[Glen Abshere, Ed.D @gabshere]

NAESP Zone 8 is great! Thankful to serve alongside these great state leaders

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Behind every strong principal is a network of leaders who believe in lifting one another up!

Across @NAESP school leaders are building more than professional connections. They are building trust, mentorship, encouragement, and a united voice for Pre-K–8 education.

Thank you to the incredible leaders who continue to show up, share wisdom, inspire others, and strengthen the principalship across the nation. That’s the power of the NAESP network. @WeAreNAESP @NAESP_Zone_9

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The OAESP Principal Podcast Episode #64: Abigail Odell, Assistant Principal at Ida Freeman Elementary School, Edmond Public Schools. Listen here: https://t.co/42d5IH5LJJ

[CCOSA @CCOSA]

Thanks to the leaders who shape the heart of every school—our principals.

Thank you for the countless ways you lead, inspire, and serve. Your work matters, and today we celebrate you.

#NationalPrincipalsDay

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Charla Matthews, Principal of Grove Upper Elementary School was named the 2026 OAESP Principal of the Year and the 2026 NAESP National Distinguished Principal. Congratulations Charla!! You are doing great work in NE Oklahoma.

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Congratulations to Traci Newell on being named the 2026 OAESP Principal of Excellence Award. Traci is the proud principal of Elgin Lower Elementary School with Elgin Public Schools. Congratulations Traci!

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Congratulations to Camille Holt on being named the 2026 James Burnett Principal of Distinction Award Winner. Camille is the proud principal of Shattuck Elementary School with Shattuck Public Schools. She will be recognized at the 2026 CCOSA Summer Leadership Conference in May.

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The OAESP Principal Podcast Episode #63 - Melaine Crowder, Assistant Principal, Grove Upper Elementary School, Grove Public Schools. Listen here: https://t.co/VSi4bJd3u0

[CCOSA @CCOSA]

Behind every strong school & district is a team of administrative professionals making it run seamlessly. Thanks to the incredible individuals who support #oklaed leaders allowing them to focus on students. You play an essential role in supporting our schools!

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Presenting the 2026 OASA District Superintendents of the Year! They lead w/vision, inspire their teams, & remain committed to the students & communities they serve. Their work reflects the very best of public education in OK. Congrats to these leaders on this recognition.👏

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What does it mean to take the high road in leadership?
Join us @ the 2026 CCOSA Summer Leadership Conference as keynote speaker John Maxwell shares insights from his book High Road Leadership.
Expect inspiration, practical leadership tools, & a renewed vision for leading others!

[Glen Abshere, Ed.D @gabshere]

Visited Elgin Lower Elementary School this week. Principal @NewellTraci is doing great work.

[Glen Abshere, Ed.D @gabshere]

Visited Shattuck Elementary School this week. Principal @CamilleHolt11 is doing great work.

[Glen Abshere, Ed.D @gabshere]

Visited Grove Upper Elementary School this week. Principal @mrsmatthewsGUE is doing great work.

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The OAESP Principal Podcast Episode #62 - Melinda Thornton, Assistant Principal of Lincoln Elementary School with Pryor Public Schools. Listen here: https://t.co/NTBMwuWQEG

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CCOSA is proud to celebrate the incredible assistant principals across OK who lead with heart, serve with purpose, & support students and educators every day.

Your leadership makes a lasting difference in the lives of so many! Thanks for all you do to strengthen our schools.

[OAESP @OAESP1]

The OAESP Principal Podcast Episode #61 - Heather Straessle, Assistant Principal at Glenpool Elementary School. Listen here: https://t.co/4wLmQe9rZM

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Charla Matthews, Principal of Grove Upper Elementary School, Grove Public Schools was elected as OAESP President-Elect. She will begin her term as President-Elect on July 1, 2026. Congratulations Charla!!

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The OAESP Principal Podcast Episode #60: Margaret Ploof, Assistant Principal at Freedom Elementary School with Lawton Public Schools. Margaret was named the 2026 OAESP Asst. Principal of the Year. Listen here: https://t.co/z4AoySNdC2

[CCOSA @CCOSA]

Educators are the heart of public education.

This Public Schools Week, we thank the public school teams who serve Oklahoma's students for their dedication, compassion, and expertise - shaping the lives of Oklahoma's students.

#PublicSchoolProud #PSW26 #CCOSA #OklaEd