Tulsa Public Schools Makes Significant Leap in Academic Performance
In a significant move, Tulsa Public Schools (TPS) in Oklahoma has demonstrated substantial academic improvement, with 16 of its 18 schools targeted for enhancement now removed from the state’s ‘F’ list. This accomplishment comes in the wake of a mandate from the Oklahoma State Department of Education, insisting that TPS improves its district by removing Tulsa Public Schools (TPS) in Oklahoma has made a significant academic improvement, with 16 of its 18 schools targeted for enhancement removed from the state's 'F' list. This comes after a mandate from the Oklahoma State Department of Education to remove at least 18 sites from the failing list. State Superintendent Ryan Walters had warned TPS Superintendent Dr. Ebony Johnson that the inability to remove schools from the list could lead to their closure. Despite this progress, Dr. Johnson emphasized the need for continued efforts to remove all schools from this failing list and emphasized the importance of providing students with the best quality learning experience possible.
Published : 4 months ago by Mazhar Abbas in World
In a significant move, Tulsa Public Schools (TPS) in Oklahoma has demonstrated substantial academic improvement, with 16 of its 18 schools targeted for enhancement now removed from the state’s ‘F’ list. This accomplishment comes in the wake of a mandate from the Oklahoma State Department of Education, insisting that TPS improves its district by removing at least 18 sites from the failing list.
State Superintendent Ryan Walters had previously cautioned TPS Superintendent Dr. Ebony Johnson that the inability to remove schools from the list could lead to their closure. This warning set the stage for a rigorous improvement drive in the district.
During a recent district board meeting, Dr. Johnson revealed the progress made, attributing the success to a collective effort with the Oklahoma State Department of Education’s school improvement team. Dr. Johnson also pointed out the positive impact of the Oklahoma state testing program on the district’s overall performance.
Despite the significant progress, Dr. Johnson emphasized the need for continued efforts to ensure the removal of all schools from the failing list. The ultimate goal, according to Dr. Johnson, is to provide students with the best quality learning experience possible, and this requires an ongoing commitment to improvement and enhancement of the district’s academic performance.