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Focus on Kids: TPS Launches New Tool to Track Student Progress

Focus on Kids: TPS Launches New Tool to Track Student Progress

Aaron Alexander Tulsa Public Schools launches PowerSchool Parent Portal—now track your child's graduation progress live.

Oklahoma Watch: State Education Department Seeks Bids For 55,000 Classroom Bibles

Oklahoma Watch: State Education Department Seeks Bids For 55,000 Classroom Bibles

Jennifer Palmer, Oklahoma Watch The Oklahoma State Department of Education is seeking bids for 55,000 Bibles for classrooms with specific requirements. But bid documents indicate they can only be met by versions endorsed by former President Donald Trump, raising concerns about competition and legality.

Who Is Ryan Walters? | From Oklahoma Teacher To Secretary Of Education To State Superintendent

Who Is Ryan Walters? | From Oklahoma Teacher To Secretary Of Education To State Superintendent

Bella Roddy A look at Ryan Walters' rise to Oklahoma's top educational job, from his days as a 'teacher of the year'-nominated educator in McAlester to his role as Oklahoma's Secretary of Education to Walters' current position as State Superintendent.

Tishomingo High School Cancels Homecoming Following Alleged 'Racist Display' At School

Tishomingo High School Cancels Homecoming Following Alleged 'Racist Display' At School

News 9 State officials are reacting after an alleged racist display at Tishomingo High School. Law enforcement and school officials released statements Thursday in response to what they refer to as an 'incident involving a few students at Tishomingo High School'.

Your Green Country Back-To-School Calendar Guide For Fall 2024

Your Green Country Back-To-School Calendar Guide For Fall 2024

News On 6 Back-to-school isn't too far away for students across Oklahoma. News On 6 will have the fall semester covered from front to back, and we wanted you to have this calendar that you could bookmark ahead of the 2024-25 school year.

Woman Arrested During Oklahoma State Department Of Education Meeting

News 9 Video taken from inside the Oklahoma State Department of Education's Thursday meeting captured a woman yelling at State Superintendent Ryan Walters before being arrested by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

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Proposed Bill Would Make Oklahoma Classrooms 'Cell Phone Free'

Proposed Bill Would Make Oklahoma Classrooms 'Cell Phone Free'

Chloe Abbott A proposed bill in the state legislature would create a pilot program for schools to go cell phone-free.

Proposed Bill Would Make Oklahoma Classrooms 'Cell Phone Free'

Proposed Bill Would Make Oklahoma Classrooms 'Cell Phone Free'

Chloe Abbott A proposed bill in the state legislature would create a pilot program for schools to go cell phone-free.

State Seeks Repayment Of Errant Teacher Bonuses

State Seeks Repayment Of Errant Teacher Bonuses

Jennifer Palmer, Oklahoma Watch Oklahoma’s Education Department awarded teachers life-changing bonuses — and created a nightmare for some by demanding it back. Story republished from Oklahoma Watch and StateImpact.

State Seeks Repayment Of Errant Teacher Bonuses

State Seeks Repayment Of Errant Teacher Bonuses

Jennifer Palmer, Oklahoma Watch Oklahoma’s Education Department awarded teachers life-changing bonuses — and created a nightmare for some by demanding it back. Story republished from Oklahoma Watch and StateImpact.

Tulsa Higher Education Consortium Explains Some Of The Changes To FAFSA Forms

Tulsa Higher Education Consortium Explains Some Of The Changes To FAFSA Forms

News On 6 The new simplified Free Application for Federal Student Aid, known as FAFSA, had a rocky start but is now open to the public. Aaron Wilson is the Director of programs and scholarships with the Tulsa Higher Education Consortium, and he joined News On 6 to explain why this is an important step for anyone looking at college.

Tulsa Higher Education Consortium Explains Some Of The Changes To FAFSA Forms

Tulsa Higher Education Consortium Explains Some Of The Changes To FAFSA Forms

News On 6 The new simplified Free Application for Federal Student Aid, known as FAFSA, had a rocky start but is now open to the public. Aaron Wilson is the Director of programs and scholarships with the Tulsa Higher Education Consortium, and he joined News On 6 to explain why this is an important step for anyone looking at college.

Oklahoma Watch: Walters Administration Wants to Hire Someone to Get More National Media Exposure

Oklahoma Watch: Walters Administration Wants to Hire Someone to Get More National Media Exposure

Jennifer Palmer, Oklahoma Watch The state Education Department is looking to hire someone to manage national media appearances, raising concerns the agency would be boosting Superintendent Ryan Walters’ national profile at taxpayer expense.

Oklahoma Watch: Walters Administration Wants to Hire Someone to Get More National Media Exposure

Oklahoma Watch: Walters Administration Wants to Hire Someone to Get More National Media Exposure

Jennifer Palmer, Oklahoma Watch The state Education Department is looking to hire someone to manage national media appearances, raising concerns the agency would be boosting Superintendent Ryan Walters’ national profile at taxpayer expense.

Superintendent Walters Voices Concern Over Discipline in Oklahoma Schools

Superintendent Walters Voices Concern Over Discipline in Oklahoma Schools

News 9 The Oklahoma State Board of Education holds a meeting Thursday morning. Among the topics on the agenda: Tulsa Public Schools is expected to make a presentation on their accreditation status for the 2022-2023 school year.

Superintendent Walters Voices Concern Over Discipline in Oklahoma Schools

Superintendent Walters Voices Concern Over Discipline in Oklahoma Schools

News 9 The Oklahoma State Board of Education holds a meeting Thursday morning. Among the topics on the agenda: Tulsa Public Schools is expected to make a presentation on their accreditation status for the 2022-2023 school year.

2 New Lawsuits Filed Against Ryan Walters

2 New Lawsuits Filed Against Ryan Walters

News 9 Ryan Walters, the Oklahoma State Superintendent, has been named in many lawsuits, mostly from former employees.

2 New Lawsuits Filed Against Ryan Walters

2 New Lawsuits Filed Against Ryan Walters

News 9 Ryan Walters, the Oklahoma State Superintendent, has been named in many lawsuits, mostly from former employees.

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Tulsa Honor Academy Hosts 'College Signing Day' To Celebrate 1st Graduating Class

Tulsa Honor Academy Hosts 'College Signing Day' To Celebrate 1st Graduating Class

Alyssa Miller Tulsa Honor Academy (THA) will celebrate its first graduating class Tuesday morning and their commitment to college.

Tulsa Honor Academy Hosts 'College Signing Day' To Celebrate 1st Graduating Class

Tulsa Honor Academy Hosts 'College Signing Day' To Celebrate 1st Graduating Class

Alyssa Miller Tulsa Honor Academy (THA) will celebrate its first graduating class Tuesday morning and their commitment to college.

Claremore Area Chamber Of Commerce Holds 'State Of Education' With 3 Districts In Rogers Co.

Claremore Area Chamber Of Commerce Holds 'State Of Education' With 3 Districts In Rogers Co.

News On 6 For the first time, the Claremore Area Chamber of Commerce is holding a State of Education with three school districts in Rogers County.

Claremore Area Chamber Of Commerce Holds 'State Of Education' With 3 Districts In Rogers Co.

Claremore Area Chamber Of Commerce Holds 'State Of Education' With 3 Districts In Rogers Co.

News On 6 For the first time, the Claremore Area Chamber of Commerce is holding a State of Education with three school districts in Rogers County.

Broken Arrow Public Schools Partners With NSU, TCC For 'Early College High School' Program

Broken Arrow Public Schools Partners With NSU, TCC For 'Early College High School' Program

News On 6 Broken Arrow Public Schools is partnering with Northeastern State University and Tulsa Community College to give students a head start as they graduate high school.

Broken Arrow Public Schools Partners With NSU, TCC For 'Early College High School' Program

Broken Arrow Public Schools Partners With NSU, TCC For 'Early College High School' Program

News On 6 Broken Arrow Public Schools is partnering with Northeastern State University and Tulsa Community College to give students a head start as they graduate high school.

TPS Set to Announce New Collective Bargaining Agreements

TPS Set to Announce New Collective Bargaining Agreements

News On 6 Tulsa Public Schools is expected to announce new collective bargaining agreements on Friday.

TPS Set to Announce New Collective Bargaining Agreements

TPS Set to Announce New Collective Bargaining Agreements

News On 6 Tulsa Public Schools is expected to announce new collective bargaining agreements on Friday.

Cherokee Nation Donates Millions Of Dollars To Local School Districts

Cherokee Nation Donates Millions Of Dollars To Local School Districts

Kaitlyn Deggs The Cherokee Nation is giving $7.8 million this year to public schools across eastern Oklahoma. The Superintendent for Woodall Public Schools, says this money has been life-changing for her students. Now, they are able to upgrade their school security.

Cherokee Nation Donates Millions Of Dollars To Local School Districts

Cherokee Nation Donates Millions Of Dollars To Local School Districts

Kaitlyn Deggs The Cherokee Nation is giving $7.8 million this year to public schools across eastern Oklahoma. The Superintendent for Woodall Public Schools, says this money has been life-changing for her students. Now, they are able to upgrade their school security.

TPS Swears In New Board Member To Represent District 2

TPS Swears In New Board Member To Represent District 2

News On 6 Tulsa Public Schools has announced that Diamond Marshall has been sworn in to represent District 2.

TPS Swears In New Board Member To Represent District 2

TPS Swears In New Board Member To Represent District 2

News On 6 Tulsa Public Schools has announced that Diamond Marshall has been sworn in to represent District 2.

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Owasso woman charged after threatening son with a baseball bat at school

Owasso woman charged after threatening son with a baseball bat at school

Sam Modde Owasso woman charged after threatening her son and other students at Memorial High School with a baseball bat and pepper spray.

Owasso woman charged after threatening son with a baseball bat at school

Owasso woman charged after threatening son with a baseball bat at school

Sam Modde Owasso woman charged after threatening her son and other students at Memorial High School with a baseball bat and pepper spray.

Temporary closures at recreation areas impacting Kansas and Oklahoma: What you need to know

Temporary closures at recreation areas impacting Kansas and Oklahoma: What you need to know

Katie Alexander The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says staffing shortages are forcing temporary closures and service reductions at dozens of recreation areas in Oklahoma and Kansas for the 2025 season.

Temporary closures at recreation areas impacting Kansas and Oklahoma: What you need to know

Temporary closures at recreation areas impacting Kansas and Oklahoma: What you need to know

Katie Alexander The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says staffing shortages are forcing temporary closures and service reductions at dozens of recreation areas in Oklahoma and Kansas for the 2025 season.

Broken Arrow Sunset Amphitheater adds new plans as cost climbs to $107 million

Broken Arrow Sunset Amphitheater adds new plans as cost climbs to $107 million

Samantha Rupe Broken Arrow Sunset Amphitheater expands budget to $107 million for new upgrades.

Broken Arrow Sunset Amphitheater adds new plans as cost climbs to $107 million

Broken Arrow Sunset Amphitheater adds new plans as cost climbs to $107 million

Samantha Rupe Broken Arrow Sunset Amphitheater expands budget to $107 million for new upgrades.

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Owasso woman charged after threatening son with a baseball bat at school

Owasso woman charged after threatening son with a baseball bat at school

Sam Modde Owasso woman charged after threatening her son and other students at Memorial High School with a baseball bat and pepper spray.

Temporary closures at recreation areas impacting Kansas and Oklahoma: What you need to know

Temporary closures at recreation areas impacting Kansas and Oklahoma: What you need to know

Katie Alexander The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says staffing shortages are forcing temporary closures and service reductions at dozens of recreation areas in Oklahoma and Kansas for the 2025 season.

Broken Arrow Sunset Amphitheater adds new plans as cost climbs to $107 million

Broken Arrow Sunset Amphitheater adds new plans as cost climbs to $107 million

Samantha Rupe Broken Arrow Sunset Amphitheater expands budget to $107 million for new upgrades.

Blake Shelton shouts out Claremore elementary teachers for Teacher Appreciation Week

Blake Shelton shouts out Claremore elementary teachers for Teacher Appreciation Week

News On 6 Teachers at Catalayah Elementary School in Claremore got a surprise message from Oklahoma's Own Blake Shelton.

Former Oklahoma Attorney General Mike Hunter announces challenge to State Board of Education

Former Oklahoma Attorney General Mike Hunter announces challenge to State Board of Education

Christian Hans In a press conference Wednesday morning, former Oklahoma Attorney General Mike Hunter announced a new legal challenge against the State Board of Education.

Community remembers Talala man killed in Kansas crash as loving father, coach, friend

Community remembers Talala man killed in Kansas crash as loving father, coach, friend

Kaitlyn Deggs Friends remember Wayne Walls, Talala man killed in wrong-way Kansas crash, as a devoted father and revered coach, shaping lives beyond Green Country.

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