Education - OKGrassroots

State Sen. Cody Rogers files bill to strengthen Parents’ Bill of Rights

by Jamison Faught | Jan 21, 2023 | Education, Muskogee Politico, OKGrassroots

Sen. Rogers files measure to amend Parents’ Bill of RightsOKLAHOMA CITY – Sen. Cody Rogers, R-Tulsa, has filed Senate Bill 131 formerly https://oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb131&Session=2300, which amends the Parents’ Bill of Rights. SB 131 authorizes...

State Sen. Pugh releases $541M education reform package

by Jamison Faught | Jan 19, 2023 | Education, Muskogee Politico, OKGrassroots

With the reelection of Gov. Kevin Stitt and the election of State Superintendent Ryan Walters, it's a sure bet that education reform will be a top priority in the coming four years. State Sen. Adam Pugh is out with a $541M public education reform package that...

Yes, Virginia, There IS a Deep State—and It Is Worse Than You Think

by R3publicans | Jan 14, 2023 | Deep State, OKGrassroots, R3publicans

We like to think of the "deep state" as a conspiratorial entity In reality, the term describes much of what the federal government does in broad daylight Image Credit:Westend61 / Getty Mention the term “deep state” in polite company and most likely no one...

Stitt makes new appointments to State Board of Education, Veterans Commission

by Jamison Faught | Jan 12, 2023 | Education, Muskogee Politico, OKGrassroots

Entering his second term, Governor Kevin Stitt is shaking things up with his appointments to two state boards, including the crucial State Board of Education:ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGES IN STITT ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCEDOKLAHOMA CITY (January 10, 2023) – On the first day of...

Sen. Dahm files bills to improve student learning

by Jamison Faught | Jan 11, 2023 | Education, Muskogee Politico, OKGrassroots

Sen. Dahm files bills to improve student learningOKLAHOMA CITY (Jan. 4th) – Sen. Nathan Dahm, R-Broken Arrow, has filed legislation to improve student learning in the state of Oklahoma.“As students return to school this month, now is a perfect time to ensure they will...

Dahm files legislation to protect teachers’ First Amendment rights

by Jamison Faught | Dec 29, 2022 | Education, Muskogee Politico, OKGrassroots, Supreme Court

Sen. Dahm files legislation to protect teachers’ First Amendment rightsOKLAHOMA CITY (Dec. 28, 2022) – Sen. Nathan Dahm, R-Broken Arrow, has filed legislation requiring school districts to inform teachers of their First Amendment rights and obtain reauthorization...