Supt. Walters Recommends Changes Amid Tense Board Of Education Meeting

Parents, teachers and lawmakers gathered Thursday morning for a State Board of Education meeting, voicing their opinions on the current administration.

Thursday, June 22nd 2023, 5:46 pm

By: News On 6, News 9, Tevis Hillis

OKLAHOMA CITY -

Parents, teachers and lawmakers gathered Thursday morning for a State Board of Education meeting, voicing their opinions on the current administration.

Teachers in attendance told News 9 that a Tulsa educator was assaulted and restrained when trying to enter the meeting.

During the meeting, Superintendent Ryan Walters recommended several changes, including a moment of silence in every school and displaying the Ten Commandments.

Tevis Hillis

Tevis Hillis, a proud Oklahoma native, anchors the weekend morning news. She also covers breaking news, education, and topics relevant to people in their 20s for her weekday audience. In addition to her on-air role, Tevis is an adjunct professor for OU Nightly, mentoring over 160 students each semester.