Office of Educational Quality and Accountability

09/14/2026

Madilyn Dunn, first grade teacher at Stillwater Public Schools, is shaping minds one book at a time! 📚 And honestly, she's influencing us, too. If you need us, we’ll be heading to our local library to check out all 40 Magic Tree House books.

We’re grateful for educators like Madilyn who do so much to inspire their students. ❤️

09/01/2026

So grateful for our incredible university partners who stepped up in a big way to host Early Literacy Teacher Academies this summer! Their hard work, collaboration, and commitment to Oklahoma teachers helped make these academies possible. Northeastern State University Oral Roberts University OU Education Oklahoma State University College of Education and Human Sciences Langston University East Central University Oklahoma Baptist University

Roughly 450 Oklahoman teachers spent part of summer 2026 gaining additional training in literacy instruction and earning a micro-credential.

08/18/2026

Interested in National Board Certification? NBPTS is hosting a free, one‑hour webinar for educators interested in National Board Certification. The session covers what certification is, and features insights from National Board Certified teachers. Whether you’re exploring or ready to begin, join us to gain clarity, confidence, and connection. Register here: https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://nbpts.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JNpJLpzeQDmsMgLMYtjAcA__;!!NZFi6Pppv9YRQw!olgwn758QaTDOBHGZFn_EE9RPSqBX_pssluPcjMHGD49pLzr_qNGwn1O2Enl2u60iWesYQKfi0kIC32tbolHwA5B$

08/17/2026

Through TeachForward, the Office of Educational Quality and Accountability and the Oklahoma State Department of Education are partnering with six Oklahoma universities (Cameron University, Northeastern State University, Oklahoma State University College of Education and Human Sciences, Southwestern Oklahoma State University, University of Central Oklahoma, and OU Education) to help approximately 450 emergency and alternative certified teachers earn a standard teaching certificate.

The program offers flexible pathways — including accelerated coursework and apprenticeship options — allowing many participants to continue working while completing their certification.

By expanding access to high-quality educator preparation, these partnerships are helping strengthen Oklahoma's teacher workforce.

08/13/2026

Welcome back, Oklahoma educators!

As another school year begins, thank you for your dedication to Oklahoma's students and schools. Your work helps create meaningful learning experiences and prepares students for success both in and beyond the classroom.

OEQA is proud to support educator quality across our state through educator preparation, accountability and research. We wish you a successful start to the new school year!

08/10/2026

Last month, more than 450 Oklahoma teachers spent last week strengthening their early literacy instruction through OEQA's Early Literacy Teacher Academies.

In partnership with eight Oklahoma universities, the 40-hour training focused on the Science of Reading and structured literacy, helping teachers build evidence-based strategies for K–3 classrooms.

As Dr. Annie Keehn of Oklahoma Baptist University shared, "Reading proficiency in the early grades is the foundation of all future academic success... these academies empower teachers to offer life-changing literacy instruction for students across Oklahoma."

Thank you to Oklahoma State University, the University of Oklahoma (Norman and Tulsa), Oral Roberts University, Northeastern State University, East Central University, Langston University and Oklahoma Baptist University for partnering in this important work.

07/15/2026

Every teacher has a reason they chose this profession, but at the heart of every story is the same purpose: making a difference in the lives of students.

Teaching is one of the noblest professions. It shapes futures, inspires dreams, and changes lives, one student at a time.

Hear from educators as they share why they teach.

07/04/2026

06/09/2026

For more than five decades, Mrs. Earlean McCoin has devoted herself to Oklahoma’s elementary schools. Her 53 years of service reflect an extraordinary commitment to students, families, and communities across our state.

Listen to her full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrvUkTA14A8