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Board Of Education Places Tulsa Public Schools On Accreditation With Deficiencies

David Prock The State Board of Education voted to change the status of Tulsa Public Schools to Accredited With Deficiencies on Thursday. State Superintendent Ryan Walters said that if he does not see the turnaround that he wants there will be strong action in the next months.

Tulsa Public Schools Board Meeting Highlights Worries Ahead Of State Board's Decision On Accreditation

Chinh Doan Students from Tulsa Public Schools are concerned about their education this year due to the uncertainty of the district's accreditation status.

Students Discuss TPS Accreditation Status At University Of Tulsa Town Hall

News On 6 Students from Tulsa Public Schools are concerned about their education this year due to the uncertainty of the district's accreditation status.

Mayor G.T. Bynum Calls For State Board Of Education To Accredit Tulsa Public Schools

News On 6 Tulsa Mayor GT Bynum met with TPS board members and State Superintendent Ryan Walters on Friday and in a letter to the SBOE, said the City of Tulsa does not seek a potential state takeover of the district and he wants TPS to be accredited during Thursday's vote.

OSDE, TPS Report Conflicting Findings About Student Performances

Kaitlyn Deggs The State Department of Education said Tulsa Public Schools has had failing test scores for more than a decade, but the TPS Superintendent said scores have improved.

Tulsa Mayor Addresses TPS Accreditation: 'Take The Personalities Out and Put Kids Back At The Forefront'

David Prock While speaking with the mayor we asked his thoughts on the situation between the State Department of Education and Tulsa Public Schools. The Mayor said he has been in contact with both sides and hopes a resolution can be reached that puts Tulsa kids first.

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TPS Superintendent Gist Says District Is Open To Working With Walters On Improvement Plan

Ryan Gillin Ryan Walters says the Tulsa Public School District needs significant change to happen, especially with reading proficiency. Tulsa Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Deborah Gist says he has not made them clear and wants to work together. News On 6's Ryan Gillin had the details, Tuesday evening.

TPS Superintendent Gist Says District Is Open To Working With Walters On Improvement Plan

Walters Announces Guidelines For Tulsa Public School District; Calls For New Leadership

News On 6 State Superintendent Ryan Walters laid down a list of guidelines and benchmarks for Tulsa Public Schools this upcoming year and called for new leadership while a vote on the district's accreditation status looms.

Walters Announces Guidelines For Tulsa Public School District; Calls For New Leadership

State Accreditation Director Outlines Past Sanctions Against Troubled School Districts

Amy Slanchik The state school board is set to vote on Tulsa Public Schools' accreditation in three weeks.

State Accreditation Director Outlines Past Sanctions Against Troubled School Districts

Amy Slanchik The state school board is set to vote on Tulsa Public Schools' accreditation in three weeks.

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Weather Blog: Cold Front Brings Chilly Temps

News On 6 Oklahoma Weather Forecast: Bookmark this page and refresh it often for the latest forecast and daily updates.

Weather Blog: Cold Front Brings Chilly Temps

News On 6 Oklahoma Weather Forecast: Bookmark this page and refresh it often for the latest forecast and daily updates.

North Tulsa Economic Development Initiative Spreads Holiday Cheer With Gift Giveaway

News On 6 The North Tulsa Economic Development Initiative is spreading holiday cheer by delivering gifts to children in need, fostering community spirit and connection.

North Tulsa Economic Development Initiative Spreads Holiday Cheer With Gift Giveaway

News On 6 The North Tulsa Economic Development Initiative is spreading holiday cheer by delivering gifts to children in need, fostering community spirit and connection.

Ardmore Man Arrested In Decades-Old Texas Child Abduction Case

News On 6 An Ardmore man was arrested for the decades-old abduction and sexual assault of a Texas child, with investigators linking him to another case and seeking more potential victims.

Ardmore Man Arrested In Decades-Old Texas Child Abduction Case

News On 6 An Ardmore man was arrested for the decades-old abduction and sexual assault of a Texas child, with investigators linking him to another case and seeking more potential victims.

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Weather Blog: Cold Front Brings Chilly Temps

News On 6 Oklahoma Weather Forecast: Bookmark this page and refresh it often for the latest forecast and daily updates.

North Tulsa Economic Development Initiative Spreads Holiday Cheer With Gift Giveaway

News On 6 The North Tulsa Economic Development Initiative is spreading holiday cheer by delivering gifts to children in need, fostering community spirit and connection.

Ardmore Man Arrested In Decades-Old Texas Child Abduction Case

News On 6 An Ardmore man was arrested for the decades-old abduction and sexual assault of a Texas child, with investigators linking him to another case and seeking more potential victims.

1 Dead, 1 In Custody Following Shooting Near 66th St. N And Utica and Victor Ave.

News On 6 The Tulsa County Sheriff's Office says 66th Street North between Utica and Victor Avenue is currently closed while detectives investigate a shooting that left one person dead and another in custody.

Local Entertainment Company, Celebrity Attractions, Under New Ownership

Jayden Brannon Celebrity Attractions, which has brought Broadway shows to Tulsa for 40 years, has been sold to London-based Ambassador Theatre Group.

OHP: 1 Dead In Friday Night Rogers County Crash

News On 6 One person died Friday night in a single-vehicle crash east of Chelsea in Rogers County, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol.

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