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Tulsa Public Schools' Year To Start With District's Accreditation In Question

Tulsa Public Schools' Year To Start With District's Accreditation In Question

Amy Slanchik The state school board plans to discuss and vote on the district's accreditation status next Thursday.

'We Don't Understand It': Superintendent Gist Responds To Criticism Against Tulsa School District

'We Don't Understand It': Superintendent Gist Responds To Criticism Against Tulsa School District

News On 6 Tulsa Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Deborah Gist joined Six in the Morning on Monday to respond to criticism against the district by State Superintendent Ryan Walters and the Oklahoma State Department of Education.

Tulsa Public School Responds To Critical Video Posted By State Department Of Education

Tulsa Public School Responds To Critical Video Posted By State Department Of Education

News On 6 "The Real Crisis of Tulsa's Failing Schools" is a 3-minute video posted by the Oklahoma State Department of Education which highlights some of the struggles at Tulsa Public Schools going back almost 15 years. In response, Tulsa Public Schools issued a statement detailing what actions they are taking to improve scores.

Incoming TPS Superintendent Speaks At State Of Education Luncheon

Incoming TPS Superintendent Speaks At State Of Education Luncheon

News On 6 Tuesday, Dr. Deborah Gist delivered the keynote speech at the Tulsa Regional Chamber's annual State of Education luncheon.

TPS Holds Reception For Outgoing Superintendent

TPS Holds Reception For Outgoing Superintendent

News On 6 Tulsa Public Schools hosted a reception for Ballard late Thursday afternoon to give teachers and other employees a chance to say thanks and wish him well.

Education Rally Held At Oklahoma Capitol

Education Rally Held At Oklahoma Capitol

not available not available Teachers and administrators say the issues in Oklahoma education have reached a crisis level. On Monday they rallied for lawmakers to do something about it.

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New Superintendent Visits Tulsa Public Schools

New Superintendent Visits Tulsa Public Schools

News On 6 The new superintendent of Tulsa Public Schools toured Disney Elementary Wednesday morning.

New Superintendent Visits Tulsa Public Schools

New Superintendent Visits Tulsa Public Schools

News On 6 The new superintendent of Tulsa Public Schools toured Disney Elementary Wednesday morning.

Tulsa Street School Serves Up Thanksgiving

Tulsa Street School Serves Up Thanksgiving

News On 6 Thanksgiving came a little early for hundreds of Tulsans today.Street School served up a traditional Thanksgiving meal to more than 300 students, parents, and alumni.

Tulsa Street School Serves Up Thanksgiving

Tulsa Street School Serves Up Thanksgiving

News On 6 Thanksgiving came a little early for hundreds of Tulsans today.Street School served up a traditional Thanksgiving meal to more than 300 students, parents, and alumni.

Tulsa Public Schools Receive CNG Compressor Through Grant

Tulsa Public Schools Receive CNG Compressor Through Grant

News On 6 TPS leaders unveiled a new $60,000 CNG compressor, paid for by a grant from the Henry Bellmon Sustainability Award. The compressor will help fuel the district's 148 CNG-powered school buses.

Tulsa Public Schools Receive CNG Compressor Through Grant

Tulsa Public Schools Receive CNG Compressor Through Grant

News On 6 TPS leaders unveiled a new $60,000 CNG compressor, paid for by a grant from the Henry Bellmon Sustainability Award. The compressor will help fuel the district's 148 CNG-powered school buses.

Tulsa Public Schools Superintendent 'Impressed' With Summer Reading Program

Tulsa Public Schools Superintendent 'Impressed' With Summer Reading Program

Hundreds of area kids are really focusing on reading this summer. Since they didn’t pass the state's third grade reading test they can't move on to fourth grade until they do pass it.

Tulsa Public Schools Superintendent 'Impressed' With Summer Reading Program

Tulsa Public Schools Superintendent 'Impressed' With Summer Reading Program

Hundreds of area kids are really focusing on reading this summer. Since they didn’t pass the state's third grade reading test they can't move on to fourth grade until they do pass it.

Tulsa Public Schools Superintendent 'Impressed' With Summer Reading Program

Tulsa Public Schools Superintendent 'Impressed' With Summer Reading Program

Hundreds of area kids are really focusing on reading this summer. Since they didn’t pass the state's third grade reading test they can't move on to fourth grade until they do pass it.

Tulsa Public Schools Superintendent 'Impressed' With Summer Reading Program

Tulsa Public Schools Superintendent 'Impressed' With Summer Reading Program

Hundreds of area kids are really focusing on reading this summer. Since they didn’t pass the state's third grade reading test they can't move on to fourth grade until they do pass it.

Tulsa Public School Superintendent Explains Decision To Cancel Classes

Tulsa Public School Superintendent Explains Decision To Cancel Classes

News On 6 Tulsa Public Schools superintendent Dr. Keith Ballard talked with 6 In The Morning about the district's decision to cancel classes on Monday.

Tulsa Public School Superintendent Explains Decision To Cancel Classes

Tulsa Public School Superintendent Explains Decision To Cancel Classes

News On 6 Tulsa Public Schools superintendent Dr. Keith Ballard talked with 6 In The Morning about the district's decision to cancel classes on Monday.

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Tulsa-Area State Lawmakers Go Back To School To Talk Education Funding

Tulsa-Area State Lawmakers Go Back To School To Talk Education Funding

News On 6 A meeting of education and political leaders is taking place at Monroe Demonstration School, a dual language immersion program for elementary students.

Tulsa-Area State Lawmakers Go Back To School To Talk Education Funding

Tulsa-Area State Lawmakers Go Back To School To Talk Education Funding

News On 6 A meeting of education and political leaders is taking place at Monroe Demonstration School, a dual language immersion program for elementary students.

Tulsa School Superintendent Runs With Edison Prep Students

Tulsa School Superintendent Runs With Edison Prep Students

News On 6 They call it the Polyglot trot, and Edison Preparatory High School students ran it on top of Turkey Mountain Saturday morning.

Tulsa School Superintendent Runs With Edison Prep Students

Tulsa School Superintendent Runs With Edison Prep Students

News On 6 They call it the Polyglot trot, and Edison Preparatory High School students ran it on top of Turkey Mountain Saturday morning.

TPS Extends Superintendent Keith Ballard's Contract For 1 Year

TPS Extends Superintendent Keith Ballard's Contract For 1 Year

News On 6 The Tulsa school board Monday night announced Superintendent Keith Ballard will be staying on for another year.

TPS Extends Superintendent Keith Ballard's Contract For 1 Year

TPS Extends Superintendent Keith Ballard's Contract For 1 Year

News On 6 The Tulsa school board Monday night announced Superintendent Keith Ballard will be staying on for another year.

TPS Superintendent Lays Out Expectations For Coming School Year

TPS Superintendent Lays Out Expectations For Coming School Year

News On 6 Classes begin for Tulsa Public Schools on Thursday. All TPS teachers met Tuesday for the annual convocation.

TPS Superintendent Lays Out Expectations For Coming School Year

TPS Superintendent Lays Out Expectations For Coming School Year

News On 6 Classes begin for Tulsa Public Schools on Thursday. All TPS teachers met Tuesday for the annual convocation.

Survey: Disruptive Students Hurting Tulsa School Achievement

Survey: Disruptive Students Hurting Tulsa School Achievement

News On 6 The survey results say the most common discipline issues are profanity, dress code violations, and student defiance.

Survey: Disruptive Students Hurting Tulsa School Achievement

Survey: Disruptive Students Hurting Tulsa School Achievement

News On 6 The survey results say the most common discipline issues are profanity, dress code violations, and student defiance.

OK State Superintendent Responds To Criticism On A-F Grading System

OK State Superintendent Responds To Criticism On A-F Grading System

not available not available State Superintendent Janet Barresi fires back after area superintendents blast the new A - F school grading system.

OK State Superintendent Responds To Criticism On A-F Grading System

OK State Superintendent Responds To Criticism On A-F Grading System

not available not available State Superintendent Janet Barresi fires back after area superintendents blast the new A - F school grading system.

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OKC Mayor Holt highlights city growth, youth initiatives and sports milestones

OKC Mayor Holt highlights city growth, youth initiatives and sports milestones

Victor Pozadas Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt outlines the city's recent progress, from the inclusion of non-stop flights to Cancún out of OKC Will Rogers International Airport, impactful youth initiatives, and the Thunder's promising season.

OKC Mayor Holt highlights city growth, youth initiatives and sports milestones

OKC Mayor Holt highlights city growth, youth initiatives and sports milestones

Victor Pozadas Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt outlines the city's recent progress, from the inclusion of non-stop flights to Cancún out of OKC Will Rogers International Airport, impactful youth initiatives, and the Thunder's promising season.

Thursday warms ahead of weekend storm chances

Thursday warms ahead of weekend storm chances

News 9 With warm temps anticipated through the end of the workweek, Meteorologist Lacey Swope has when storm chances could arrive this weekend.

Thursday warms ahead of weekend storm chances

Thursday warms ahead of weekend storm chances

News 9 With warm temps anticipated through the end of the workweek, Meteorologist Lacey Swope has when storm chances could arrive this weekend.

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ cast includes Hemsworth’s Thor, Mackie’s Cap, Fantastic Four and original X-Men

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ cast includes Hemsworth’s Thor, Mackie’s Cap, Fantastic Four and original X-Men

Associated Press Marvel Studios announced casting for the upcoming 2026 film "Avengers: Doomsday" in a series of social media videos posted Wednesday.

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ cast includes Hemsworth’s Thor, Mackie’s Cap, Fantastic Four and original X-Men

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ cast includes Hemsworth’s Thor, Mackie’s Cap, Fantastic Four and original X-Men

Associated Press Marvel Studios announced casting for the upcoming 2026 film "Avengers: Doomsday" in a series of social media videos posted Wednesday.

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OKC Mayor Holt highlights city growth, youth initiatives and sports milestones

OKC Mayor Holt highlights city growth, youth initiatives and sports milestones

Victor Pozadas Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt outlines the city's recent progress, from the inclusion of non-stop flights to Cancún out of OKC Will Rogers International Airport, impactful youth initiatives, and the Thunder's promising season.

Thursday warms ahead of weekend storm chances

Thursday warms ahead of weekend storm chances

News 9 With warm temps anticipated through the end of the workweek, Meteorologist Lacey Swope has when storm chances could arrive this weekend.

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ cast includes Hemsworth’s Thor, Mackie’s Cap, Fantastic Four and original X-Men

‘Avengers: Doomsday’ cast includes Hemsworth’s Thor, Mackie’s Cap, Fantastic Four and original X-Men

Associated Press Marvel Studios announced casting for the upcoming 2026 film "Avengers: Doomsday" in a series of social media videos posted Wednesday.

Early voting begins across Oklahoma, voters cast ballots ahead of April 1 election

Early voting begins across Oklahoma, voters cast ballots ahead of April 1 election

Christian Hans Several items are on the ballot as early voting begins across Oklahoma ahead of the April 1 election.

Anti-hunger advocates to gather at Oklahoma State Capitol

Anti-hunger advocates to gather at Oklahoma State Capitol

Christian Hans Thursday is Anti-Hunger Day at the Oklahoma State Capitol, and state lawmakers will spend the day connecting with food security advocates to work toward eliminating hunger.

OSDE to discuss lowering number of days in school year at Thursday meeting

OSDE to discuss lowering number of days in school year at Thursday meeting

Christian Hans Among several items on the agenda for the Oklahoma State Department of Education's Thursday meeting, a request from multiple school districts across the state asks to cut 15 days from the school year.

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