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Q&A With State Superintendent Baressi
2nd Feb 2011
During a interview with the OEA just three days into her term as State Superintendent of Instruction, Dr. Janet Baressi outline her ideas of make the SDE more efficient and changing the state’s testing program.
SDE Board Lowers NBCT Stipend
2nd Feb 2011
The Oklahoma State Board of Education voted Thursday to pay equal stipends to all nationally certified educators, but at a rate less than the $5,000 set by state law.
OEA to Host 'Race To Nowhere' Screenings
2nd Feb 2011
The Oklahoma Education Association will host three screenings of “Race To Nowhere,” an important documentary that looks at the pressure heaped on students and teachers by high-stakes tests. A panel discussion will be held in addition to the screenings set for Feb. 28 – one at Moore Norman Technology Center in Norman and two at Circle Cinema in Tulsa. Seating is limited, so pre-registration is required.
Career Change: Milken Award Winner Answers Her Calling to Teach
2nd Feb 2011
It was the tragic homicide of her first husband that brought fifth grade math teacher Jennifer Evans Lowery to her true calling.
OEA Launches Re-Branding Campaign
19th Jan 2011
Two new OEA commercials are currently running on Oklahoma television stations across the state. The spots, which will rotate for the next three weeks, are intended to enhance the Association’s image as a supporter and protector of teachers and public education.
Educator/Clergy Conference to Focus on Bullying and Poverty
19th Jan 2011
How can clergy and educators work together to address community/school concerns regarding bullying and poverty? Join teams of educators, clergy and school administrators to createpartnerships to address the challenges of bullying and poverty affecting our youth.
Winners Named in Member Benefits Promotion
19th Jan 2011
Congratulations to Pryor’s Kimi Cross and Durant’s Katherine Moore (Intermediate Elementary). They were chosen in a random drawing as grand prize winners of $250 each in OEA’s Member Benefits registration promotion.
SDE Approves $18 Million for TRS Credit
19th Jan 2011
The State Board of Education took a step for teachers recently when it voted 4-3 to approve sending $18 million to the Oklahoma Teachers’ Retirement System to cover half of the retirement offset.
North Tulsa to Hold Second Community Conversation
19th Jan 2011
Closing the Achievement gap in North Tulsa schools is the focus of the Tulsa Classroom Teachers Association and the OEA’s latest Community Conversation. North Tulsa’s elementary schools, Gilcrease Middle School and McLain High School will convene a series of conversations between parents, community members and school personnel thanks to a grant from NEA.
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