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Program At Pawhuska Public Schools Helps Teachers Earn Master's Degrees

Program At Pawhuska Public Schools Helps Teachers Earn Master's Degrees

Jonathan Polasek The Oklahoma State School Boards Association says there are currently over 1,000 teacher vacancies across the state this year and Pawhuska Public Schools is trying to combat the issue.

Oklahoma Schools On Track For Record Number Of Teaching Vacancies, Emergency Certifications

Oklahoma Schools On Track For Record Number Of Teaching Vacancies, Emergency Certifications

Cal Day A new survey shows Oklahoma is on track to bring in a record number of emergency-certified teachers to combat a teacher shortage. One district superintendent says the numbers could get worse if nothing is done.

Green Country Schools Hiring As Students Head Back To Class

Green Country Schools Hiring As Students Head Back To Class

Amy Avery Many Green Country Schools have open positions for teachers’ aides, lunch staff, and custodians, but most say their highest need is for bus drivers.

Oklahoma Educators Say SQ 800 Would Cost Schools Millions

Oklahoma Educators Say SQ 800 Would Cost Schools Millions

Supporters say State Question 800 would make Oklahoma less reliant on oil and gas, but opponents say it's only going to hurt public school students.

Day 6 Of Teacher Walkout Begins With Big Crowd At Capitol

Day 6 Of Teacher Walkout Begins With Big Crowd At Capitol

The teacher walkout rolled into Day 6 Monday with momentum carried over from the weekend.

OEA Demands Veto Of Capital Gains Tax Deduction, Lodging Tax Repeal

OEA Demands Veto Of Capital Gains Tax Deduction, Lodging Tax Repeal

The Oklahoma Education Association said they will continue the teacher walkout Monday to demand increased funding for education.

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Oklahoma Schools Struggle To Fill Teaching Positions

Oklahoma Schools Struggle To Fill Teaching Positions

The state school board association says there were more than 500 teaching vacancies at the start of the year, despite record numbers of emergency certified teachers.

Oklahoma Schools Struggle To Fill Teaching Positions

Oklahoma Schools Struggle To Fill Teaching Positions

The state school board association says there were more than 500 teaching vacancies at the start of the year, despite record numbers of emergency certified teachers.

Oklahoma Schools Fear Loss Of Millions In Property Taxes

Oklahoma Schools Fear Loss Of Millions In Property Taxes

News On 6 Oklahoma public school officials say districts in the state face the loss of millions of dollars following the approval of 2 measures that would reduce property taxes.

Oklahoma Schools Fear Loss Of Millions In Property Taxes

Oklahoma Schools Fear Loss Of Millions In Property Taxes

News On 6 Oklahoma public school officials say districts in the state face the loss of millions of dollars following the approval of 2 measures that would reduce property taxes.

State Educators Say Initiative Petition Would Cripple Schools

State Educators Say Initiative Petition Would Cripple Schools

News On 6 OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- State educators say requiring that 65 percent of state school funds go to the classroom would cripple critical services to children, including free lunches and transportation.

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State Educators Say Initiative Petition Would Cripple Schools

State Educators Say Initiative Petition Would Cripple Schools

News On 6 OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- State educators say requiring that 65 percent of state school funds go to the classroom would cripple critical services to children, including free lunches and transportation.

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Mounds school board taps interim superintendent

Mounds school board taps interim superintendent

News On 6 MOUNDS, Okla. (AP) _ An educational consultant has been chosen as Mounds Public Schools' interim superintendent.

Jim Gray is a consultant with the Oklahoma State School Boards Association.

Mounds school board taps interim superintendent

Mounds school board taps interim superintendent

News On 6 MOUNDS, Okla. (AP) _ An educational consultant has been chosen as Mounds Public Schools' interim superintendent.

Jim Gray is a consultant with the Oklahoma State School Boards Association.

More Oklahoma school districts going smoke free

More Oklahoma school districts going smoke free

News On 6 OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- 45 Oklahoma school districts have gone tobacco free 24 hours, seven days a week.

The Oklahoma Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust Fund was told Wednesday that those districts

More Oklahoma school districts going smoke free

More Oklahoma school districts going smoke free

News On 6 OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- 45 Oklahoma school districts have gone tobacco free 24 hours, seven days a week.

The Oklahoma Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust Fund was told Wednesday that those districts

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FSU campus on lockdown, at least 6 injured after shooter opens fire on campus; suspect reportedly in custody

FSU campus on lockdown, at least 6 injured after shooter opens fire on campus; suspect reportedly in custody

CBS News An active shooter has been reported at Florida State University in Tallahassee on Thursday, the school said in an alert.

FSU campus on lockdown, at least 6 injured after shooter opens fire on campus; suspect reportedly in custody

FSU campus on lockdown, at least 6 injured after shooter opens fire on campus; suspect reportedly in custody

CBS News An active shooter has been reported at Florida State University in Tallahassee on Thursday, the school said in an alert.

Things to do in Tulsa this weekend

Things to do in Tulsa this weekend

Bella Roddy Looking for exciting events in Tulsa this weekend? Here are some top picks for April 18-20.

Things to do in Tulsa this weekend

Things to do in Tulsa this weekend

Bella Roddy Looking for exciting events in Tulsa this weekend? Here are some top picks for April 18-20.

UFOs in Oklahoma? Here's what the strange lights in the sky actually were.

UFOs in Oklahoma? Here's what the strange lights in the sky actually were.

Bella Roddy Several News On 6 viewers reported seeing a line of lights moving across the night sky, prompting speculation about unidentified flying objects. Here's what they really were.

UFOs in Oklahoma? Here's what the strange lights in the sky actually were.

UFOs in Oklahoma? Here's what the strange lights in the sky actually were.

Bella Roddy Several News On 6 viewers reported seeing a line of lights moving across the night sky, prompting speculation about unidentified flying objects. Here's what they really were.

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FSU campus on lockdown, at least 6 injured after shooter opens fire on campus; suspect reportedly in custody

FSU campus on lockdown, at least 6 injured after shooter opens fire on campus; suspect reportedly in custody

CBS News An active shooter has been reported at Florida State University in Tallahassee on Thursday, the school said in an alert.

Things to do in Tulsa this weekend

Things to do in Tulsa this weekend

Bella Roddy Looking for exciting events in Tulsa this weekend? Here are some top picks for April 18-20.

UFOs in Oklahoma? Here's what the strange lights in the sky actually were.

UFOs in Oklahoma? Here's what the strange lights in the sky actually were.

Bella Roddy Several News On 6 viewers reported seeing a line of lights moving across the night sky, prompting speculation about unidentified flying objects. Here's what they really were.

Lee Corso to retire from ESPN’s ‘College GameDay’ after four-decade run

Lee Corso to retire from ESPN’s ‘College GameDay’ after four-decade run

Associated Press Lee Corso, the longtime ESPN broadcaster and former coach widely known for his endearing expressions and elaborate headgear picks, is set to retire after a career on “College GameDay” that began in 1987, ESPN announced Thursday.

Former Gov. Frank Keating reflects on tragedy and resilience 30 years after Oklahoma City Bombing

Former Gov. Frank Keating reflects on tragedy and resilience 30 years after Oklahoma City Bombing

Brooke Cox Former Oklahoma Governor Frank Keating reflects on the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing, recalling the immediate aftermath, federal support, and the resilience that defined the state's response.

Severe storms and high winds forecasted for Easter weekend: Key updates & weather timeline

Severe storms and high winds forecasted for Easter weekend: Key updates & weather timeline

Alan Crone Severe storms are in the forecast for Oklahoma over Easter weekend, with high winds, heavy rain, and possible hail, particularly on Saturday.

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