Through the help of community and school leaders, the Anita Martinez Mariachi Festival, Feb. 4-7, aspires to keep the music playing at OKCPS.
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Tie Day events bring new role models into classrooms
Local leaders and teachers hope Tie Day inspires a sense of pride and self-worth in Oklahoma City elementary students.
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Alternative paths: Metro Career Academy blends occupational and academic training
“Six years ago, we made a conscious decision that these kids deserve a nice building just like any other student,” Stith said.
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Task force develops plan to address teacher shortage
An education task force has come up with a plan to address teacher shortages and issues with pay.
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Alternative Paths: Emerson Mid-High School helps students succeed
Emerson Mid-High School provides a productive environment and help for alternative students.
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Let’s stop arguing that educators are selfish, entitled, overpaid, vacation-hogging whiners. They are not.
Let’s stop arguing that educators are selfish, entitled, overpaid, vacation-hogging whiners. They are not.
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Local organizations help OKC schools handle suspension programs
Boys & Girls Clubs of Oklahoma County and Latino Community Development Agency offer alternatives to suspension.
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Oklahoma City schools strive to educate immigrant students
Teachers in Oklahoma City Public Schools are determined to educate immigrant students despite language barriers and varying levels of past education.
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Two former educators run for school board
Two candidates vie for a vacant school board seat in annual election Feb. 9.
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Commentary: OKCPS too reliant on suspensions
John Thompson believes Oklahoma City’s suspension program needs a makeover to better serve students.