OK Education Assoc.

Fried Okra is on spring break this week — but that means it's the perfect time to catch up! 🎙️ From Capitol updates to classroom issues, we've got episodes covering everything Oklahoma public education. Hit play and get informed! okea.org/friedokra

We were in Lawton connecting with educators at the New Hire Event! 🎉 If you're starting your teaching journey, OEA is in your corner. okea.org

This week on the podcast we break down a major rewrite to a bill adding seven instructional days, plus library reporting, summer food for kids, teacher scholarships, and voucher expansion. Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oea… Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5M9IBGM3W…

OEA's Civication at the Capitol is happening every Monday evening and Tuesday through April — and OEA covers gas, your hotel, dinner, breakfast, AND sub pay! Show up. Speak up. Make a difference for Oklahoma public education. To register: okea.org/civication

OAEA has two big events coming up for aspiring educators! 🎨 Outreach to Teach — March 27 🎤 Spring Convention — March 28 Give back, learn, and grow with fellow future educators. Register at okea.org/oaea

Spring break is here! Did you know your OEA membership comes with exclusive discounts on travel, entertainment, and shopping? Whether you're staying home or hitting the road — don't forget your member benefits! okea.org

This week on the podcast we break down a major rewrite to a bill adding seven instructional days, plus library reporting, summer food for kids, teacher scholarships, and voucher expansion. Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oea… Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5M9IBGM3W…

Just starting your teaching career? You don't have to go it alone! NEON — OEA's New Educators of Oklahoma Network — is here to help you Navigate the classroom, Empower your practice, unlock Opportunity, and build your Network. visit okea.org to join today!

Fried Okra: Deadline week at the Capitol! We break down the biggest education bills on the line — teacher pay, state testing, screen time, NBCT stipend & more. 🎙️ Listen now: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oea… open.spotify.com/show/5M9IBGM3W… okea.org/friedokra

📚 Big news for aspiring educators! OEA has launched Lead and Learn to help you prep for OSAT & PPAT exams — on YOUR schedule. Sessions are now available anytime, anywhere. 🔗 okea.org/oealeadandlearn

Child Advocacy Day at the Capitol called for chili — and Kevin, OEA's Accounting Specialist and Chili Extraordinaire, answered. 🌶️ He went up against 34 competitors at the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy Chili Competition and repped us with pride. Thank you, Kevin!

On March 17, Oklahoma's Education Support Professionals are taking their voices to the Capitol for ESP Day! OEA's Civication program connects members with state lawmakers to advocate for public education. To join us register here: okea.org/civication

Congratulations to J. Newton, OEA member and Teacher of the Year for Muskogee Public Schools! Proud to celebrate the excellence, leadership, and dedication our educators bring to students every day. 🍎✨ #oklaed

March is National Disabilities Awareness Month, a time to spotlight the full inclusion of people with disabilities in every part of community life. For Resources: bit.ly/4aMSgLk

From the classroom to the front office to the halls in between — women in education show up in every role, every day. Your work powers Oklahoma’s future — and we won’t stop fighting for yours. okea.org

Fried Okra: Deadline week at the Capitol! We break down the biggest education bills on the line — teacher pay, state testing, screen time, NBCT stipend & more. 🎙️ Listen now: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oea… open.spotify.com/show/5M9IBGM3W… okea.org/friedokra

The MEA Leadership Team spent a day in action holding their membership meeting and planning district Professional Development. From collaboration to implementation, educators are leading the work and strengthening their schools. #oklaed

New Fried Okra 🎙️: We break down the Senate education plan, funding, and what it means for current & retired educators. Plus a quiet OSBE meeting & key bills ahead of deadline week. #oklaed Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oea… Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/5M9IBGM3W…

NW-A educators gathered for a Civication Dinner focused on connection, advocacy, and the future of our public schools. For more information visit okea.org/civication

March is Women’s History Month 💜 OEA celebrates the women who power Oklahoma’s public schools as teachers, support professionals, counselors, and leaders. Their impact reaches far beyond the classroom and shapes the future of our communities every day. 🍎 #oklaed