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🇺🇸 As we mark the 250 anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we celebrate the values of service, civic responsibility, & community. Today, we honor the freedoms we enjoy & all who have served & sacrificed to protect them. Have a safe, joyful, & meaningful 4th of July!

Make your voice heard & help shape the future of our state! CCOSA encourages all eligible voters to participate in the democratic process. Have a plan. Cast your ballot. Learn more about voting resources & election info, including your sample ballot, at okvoterportal.okelections.gov

Closing out the CCOSA Summer Leadership Conf. w/conversations about the future of public ed in OK. Today, we head from six candidates running for the office of OK State Superintendent of Public Instruction. We heard directly from candidates about their vision for public ed in OK.

Congrats to the participants of this year’s OPLI, ELA, and CFO Academy programs! We're proud to celebrate their dedication & commitment to making a difference in their schools, districts, & communities. Thanks for your leadership & your continued investment in public education.

Congrats to this year’s Administrators of the Year! CCOSA is proud to recognize these outstanding education leaders from OASA, OASSP, OMLEA, OAESP, & ODSS for their dedication, leadership, & commitment to serving OK students and schools.

We are honored to recognize Kirk Moore, principal of Pauls Valley HS, for his courage and leadership during the attempted school shooting at PVHS. Moore's actions reflect the very best of OK educators. We also extend our sincere thanks to CENTEGIX for presenting a special gift.

Final day of the 2026 CCOSA Summer Leadership Conference! Today we'll hear from six candidates running for State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Thanks to every attendee, speaker, sponsor, exhibitor, & volunteer who made this event so impactful!

THANK YOU to our exhibitors for being part of the CCOSA Summer Leadership Conference! Your partnership, support, & engagement help make our conference a valuable experience for school leaders across OK. We appreciate the important role you play in serving OK schools and students.

“The reality is that each of us is either a plus or a minus in the lives of others. We add value or we subtract it. We give or we take.” — John Maxwell There's a great energy in the room right now at CCOSA SLC 2026! What’s been your biggest takeaway so far?

Thanks to OK State Superintendent of Public Instruction Lindel Fields for joining us this morning at the CCOSA Summer Leadership Conference & sharing opening remarks during general session. We appreciate his commitment to supporting OK students, educators, & schools.

Congrats to the CCOSA scholarship recipients! We're proud to recognize them for their hard work, leadership, dedication, & commitment to excellence. These scholarships represent the investment of #oklaed leaders & partners in the future. We're excited to celebrate each of you!

Main conference experience begins TODAY! We’re welcoming bestselling author and leadership expert John Maxwell as our keynote speaker. From breakout sessions to the exhibit hall & networking opportunities, today is packed with opportunities to connect, learn, and be inspired.

Don't miss tomorrow's keynote! We’ll welcome bestselling author & leadership expert John Maxwell to the CCOSA Summer Leadership Conference. There will be a book signing following the keynote. Get ready for powerful leadership insights & unforgettable moments!

Pre-Conference + Law Day at the CCOSA Summer Leadership Conference is coming to a close. Today included: ✨ Inspiring speakers ✨ Practical breakout sessions ✨ Great conversations ✨ Lots of learning and collaboration We can’t wait for tomorrow!

This afternoon we’re honored to welcome UCO President Todd Lamb as a keynote speaker at our Pre-conference + Law Day. We’re excited to hear his updates about education and policy issues affecting the future of education in Oklahoma.

Thanks to: Alpha Plus, American Book Company, American Fidelity, CCR Disaster Solutions, Centegix, Elevated Minds, Focused School Photog, Grand Life Photog, HMH/NWEA, MA+ Architecture, Parallel Learning, Renaissance Architecture, SAM Labs, Scholastic, Virco, & WRA Architects

We’re kicking off Pre-Conference + Law Day with keynote speaker Mario Acosta! Get ready for an inspiring & engaging start to the 2026 CCOSA Summer Leadership Conference as attendees gather for a day focused on learning, leadership, & important conversations impacting education.

Thanks for the impact you make every day! Rem Rogers, Katy Patterson, Meagan Bryant, Julie Childers, Allison Lovett, Dustin Devers, Jennifer Hoiag-Mueller, Leslie Wichert, Enid; Claudia Smith, Jean Brassfield, Cindy Weaver, Chasity Gray, Carolyn Anyong, Tim Collier, Sabre Emde.

Today’s the day! Pre-Conference + Law Day kick off today. We’ll hear from keynote speaker Mario Acosta this morning and UCO President Todd Lamb this afternoon. Today will feature insightful legal updates, expert-led discussions, & great networking opportunities.

The wait is over - conference week is here! Early registration & check-in for the 2026 CCOSA Summer Leadership Conference begins TODAY from 3:00-6:00 pm. We can’t wait to welcome attendees from across the state for an incredible week of learning, networking, & collaboration!