Articles
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Education
Oklahoma Blaine amendment debate highlights contested history of religious liberty and education
Is Oklahoma's constitutional prohibition on public funding of religious institutions a "Blaine amendment" rooted in the anti-Catholic politics of the late nineteenth century?Ray Carter | June 3, 2026
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Education
New players reshape education policy as Oklahoma teacher unions rank 50th nationally
A new report finds that teacher unions are no longer the dominant force in education policy debates they once were, as school-choice advocates, reform groups, and others have gained influence nationwide. The study ranks Oklahoma's teacher unions among the weakest in the country—ahead of only Arkansas.Ray Carter | June 3, 2026
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Education
Lawmakers put Oklahoma’s educational future on a better path
This year’s legislative session could mark a turning point for a public school system that has long ranked among the nation’s lowest performers.Jonathan Small | June 1, 2026
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Education
State data show rising demand for Oklahoma school choice tax credits
Newly released Oklahoma Tax Commission data show continued growth in participation in the state’s Parental Choice Tax Credit program, including among homeless, financially disadvantaged, and welfare-recipient students.Ray Carter | May 28, 2026
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Education
NEA report says Oklahoma per-student revenue tops $15,000
A new report from the National Education Association indicates that Oklahoma public schools now receive more than $15,000 per student in annual revenue.Ray Carter | May 21, 2026
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Budget & Tax, Education
Some Oklahoma lawmakers prioritize gambling over education
Some state lawmakers this year opposed expanding a popular school-choice tax credit that helps families afford private education, while supporting a bill to give tax advantages to individuals with large gambling losses.Jonathan Small | May 18, 2026
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Education
Education-dominated legislative session reaches end
As Oklahoma’s 2026 legislative session concluded on May 14, leaders said the year was marked by major activity on education policy and other key issues. Much of the session’s work centered on addressing the state’s low academic performance.Ray Carter | May 15, 2026
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Education
Oklahoma launches School Choice Hub to help parents navigate options
Oklahoma has launched a statewide School Choice Hub designed to help families compare educational options—including public, charter, and private schools—with clear information on costs, locations, programs, and available financial support.Ray Carter | May 6, 2026
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Education
Stitt signs law boosting school-choice opportunities
Gov. Kevin Stitt has approved legislation raising the cap on Oklahoma’s Parental Choice Tax Credit program from $250 million to $275 million next year, ensuring families seeking private-school tuition credits aren’t turned away as demand spikes.Ray Carter | May 6, 2026
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Education
Legislation to open OSSAA hearings and ease transfer restrictions heads to governor
Under HB 2153, which now awaits Gov. Kevin Stitt’s signature, Oklahoma would end the automatic one-year ban that prevents transfer students from competing in athletics and would force more OSSAA hearings into the open.Ray Carter | May 6, 2026