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Survey: Oklahoma voters strongly back early literacy reforms
A new survey found broad support for the Strong Readers Act, including parent notification, early intervention and third-grade reading accountability.
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OU launches Project 200 to drive research, innovation and economic growth
The University of Oklahoma initiative will recruit 200 researchers by 2032, with Oklahoma business leaders calling it a major investment in the state’s competitiveness.
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Hicks receives OEA Outstanding Legislator Award
The Oklahoma City senator was recognized for her advocacy on public education, literacy and teacher support.
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OKCPS showcases AI reading tool at Coolidge Elementary
State lawmakers, education leaders and State Chamber staff visited Coolidge Elementary to see how Amira Learning is supporting early literacy instruction.
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Poll: Oklahomans want education reform as lawmakers advance major school bills
The 2026 Oklahoma Education Poll found broad dissatisfaction with the state’s schools, but strong support for policies tied to literacy, testing, cellphone limits, teacher pay and accountability.
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Senate confirms Hilliary to OU Board of Regents
Dustin Hilliary was confirmed Tuesday after lawmakers previously used his nomination hearing to discuss higher education, research and Oklahoma’s tech-transfer strategy.
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Lowe, Pugh recognize Oklahoma Teacher of the Year finalists at Capitol ceremony
Ten finalists were honored during a State Capitol event, with each educator receiving a check from the Masonic Charity Foundation; the 2026 Teacher of the Year will be named in June.
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“Are we for education or against it?” Pugh presses Senate on HB 3372
The bill creates new charter-school facilities financing tools, including a revolving loan fund and a bond credit enhancement program with a State Aid intercept mechanism.
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Stitt signs “Credential of Value” bill, creating statewide outcomes framework
House Bill 2398 authorizes the State Regents for Higher Education and CareerTech to designate qualifying degrees and certificates as “credentials of value,” backed by annual reporting on completion, employment outcomes, earnings and program costs.
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Stitt signs SB 1778, launching sweeping Strong Readers overhaul
The measure expands early screening and interventions and sets a new proficiency pathway aimed at lifting third-grade reading outcomes statewide.