IMPROVING STUDENT OUTCOMES
Tulsa Public Schools are improving while the rest of Oklahoma falls behind, but we can't take that progress for granted. Our students deserve a school board member committed to building on this momentum, not tearing it down with political distractions.
Connie Will Fight For:
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College and career readiness programs that ensure every TPS graduate has options after graduating (whether that's a four-year university, trade school, or entering the workforce)
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Early literacy interventions so every child reads at grade level by third grade
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Support for teachers and educators who are on the front lines of improving student outcomes; they need resources, professional development, and respect, not political attacks
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Data-driven decision making that focuses on measurable outcomes and proven strategies
INCREASING TRANSPARENCY
Working families deserve to know how their tax dollars are being spent and that every dollar goes toward improving student outcomes. District 4 needs a representative with a proven record of fiscal responsibility, accountability, and a clear understanding of how the School Board operates.
Connie Will Fight For:
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Clear, accessible communication about budget decisions, policy changes, and board actions through multiple mediums (i.e. email updates, social media, and community town halls)
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Financial oversight that ensures taxpayer dollars are invested in classrooms and improving student success
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Proactive accountability measures that increase transparency from district leadership and holding administrators to the highest ethical standards
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Regular community engagement through town halls, neighborhood meetings, and open Q&A sessions where families can voice concerns and get answers
CUT DOWN ON ABSENTEEISM
Tulsa Public Schools are improving while the rest of Oklahoma falls behind, but we can't take that progress for granted. Our students deserve a school board member committed to building on this momentum, not tearing it down with political distractions.
Connie Will Fight For:
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Identifying and addressing root causes using a data driven approach. We need answers and solutions, not assumptions and generalizations
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Building support systems by partnering with community organizations, health providers, and social services to remove barriers keeping kids out of school
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Family engagement and education so parents understand how absences impact academic progress and have the resources to get their children to school consistently
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Making school worth attending by ensuring safe, welcoming environments, quality teachers, engaging curriculum, and extracurricular opportunities that keep students motivated