IMPROVING STUDENT OUTCOMES​
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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