Honored and inspired. Yesterday I visited Maysville Public Schools. I was greeted with high-fives, handshakes, and so much kindness. I met Mandee Anderson, a veteran and reading interventionist who continues to serve with heart and purpose. Grateful this #VeteransDay. 🇺🇸

The foundation for progress is people From classrooms to coffee shops, I’ve met hundreds of Oklahomans passionate about helping kids excel. Every conversation builds hope for what we can accomplish together. If you’re not taking care of the students, take care of someone who is

There’s been a lot of attention on big items this week, but most of the real work is happening quietly behind the scenes -listening, and planning. A visit to Central Tech reminded me why this work matters. If you’re not taking care of the students, take care of someone who is

Honored to recognize the OK State Department of Education’s Employee of the Month, Dana Bennett. Her dedication and commitment to service make a difference every day for Oklahoma’s students and educators. If you’re not taking care of the students, take care of someone who is.

Three weeks in - encouraged and inspired. Over the last week, I’ve met with more than 400 school leaders across Oklahoma -listening, learning, and talking about how we can improve outcomes for every child. “If you’re not taking care of the students, take care of someone who is”

Two weeks in. Listening, learning, and getting to work. Every decision comes back to one question: What’s best for kids, and how do we support the teachers who make it happen?

Humbled by the support and optimism across Oklahoma this week. We have real work ahead, but even greater potential. Let’s get to it.

Thank you. Yes, every child deserves the gift of literacy.

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The opportunity to lead ⁦⁦@tricountytech⁩ for the last 12 years has been the honor of a lifetime. I will be forever grateful to the educators & board for their support and friendships. Leigh Ann & I excited to see what the future holds. tricountytech.edu/2021/01/fi…

Despite the many, many challenges that were thrown their way, 100% of the students in @tricountytech’s 2020 nursing program were pinned! 23 students will soon be filling a critical need in healthcare. I couldn’t be more proud. #ChangingLives #skillsgap #inthistogether

I’m speechless! @tricountytech’s employees (89 strong) just donated $74,600 to the Tri County Tech Foundation. Over the last 5 years, 100% of our employees have donated over $350,000 to support our students. #changinglives #generous #oklaed #HigherEducation – at Tulsa, OK

Proud that @FortuneMagazine and @GPTW_US has named @tricountytech as one of the Top places to work in the entire U.S. #11 #changinglives greatplacetowork.com/certifi…

Honored to share a bit of @tricountytech’s story at a legislative interim study on @okcareertech @OklaEd – at Tulsa, OK

I had a great time sharing a bit of @tricountytech’s journey to opening up during #COVID19 with record enrollment. #changinglives #skillstorebuild – at Tulsa, OK

Congratulations @BPSDBruins @chuck_mccauley. This is big time news. – at Tulsa, OK

Excited to announce our partnership with ⁦@OKWUniv⁩ that will help more students get degrees by earning college credit for their work ⁦⁦@tricountytech⁩ . #changinglives ⁦⁦ examiner-enterprise.com/stor…

This is one of the many reasons I love what I do. #SkillstoRebuild @tricountytech is now on track to provide training for 581 individuals, and they will all graduate debt-free. #changinglives #oklaed – at Tulsa, OK

Wow! Just a few examples of the over 400 lives that are positively changing as a result of #skillstorebuild at @tricountytech. The effects of the program are going to impact generations. Thank you, @GovStitt. #changinglives

Looking forward to kicking off this conference with my keynote “You can’t fake culture.” #keynote @BaldrigeProgram #performanceexvellence – at Cimarron Hills, CO