09/02/2026
Certification tests can be a real hurdle for Oklahoma educators — and waiting until a certification deadline is approaching can make an already stressful process even harder.
Oklahoma Watch recently spoke with OCIC's Jacqui Gover-Robb and Sherrie Redding about the challenges educators face when preparing for certification exams.
As we shared in the article, test preparation isn't a "magic bullet." But the right support can help candidates understand what to expect, identify where they need to focus, develop a study plan, and approach the test with better strategies and greater confidence.
That's the purpose behind OCIC's **Passing the Test** support for Oklahoma educators.
One thing we've learned from working with educators preparing for certification exams: **don't wait until your deadline is looming to ask for help.**
OCIC is working on scheduling our next Passing the Test session. In the meantime, educators who need certification test support are encouraged to reach out. We'll connect you with an OCIC coach who can help you identify resources, develop a plan, and provide support as you prepare.
📧 Contact Jacqui Gover-Robb at [email protected] or Sherrie Redding at [email protected] to get started.
Thank you to Oklahoma Watch for bringing attention to an issue that affects individual educators, schools, and Oklahoma's teacher pipeline.
**Read the full article below.**
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