Office of Educational Quality and Accountability

08/13/2026

Welcome back, Oklahoma educators!

As another school year begins, thank you for your dedication to Oklahoma's students and schools. Your work helps create meaningful learning experiences and prepares students for success both in and beyond the classroom.

OEQA is proud to support educator quality across our state through educator preparation, accountability and research. We wish you a successful start to the new school year!

08/10/2026

Last month, more than 450 Oklahoma teachers spent last week strengthening their early literacy instruction through OEQA's Early Literacy Teacher Academies.

In partnership with eight Oklahoma universities, the 40-hour training focused on the Science of Reading and structured literacy, helping teachers build evidence-based strategies for K–3 classrooms.

As Dr. Annie Keehn of Oklahoma Baptist University shared, "Reading proficiency in the early grades is the foundation of all future academic success... these academies empower teachers to offer life-changing literacy instruction for students across Oklahoma."

Thank you to Oklahoma State University, the University of Oklahoma (Norman and Tulsa), Oral Roberts University, Northeastern State University, East Central University, Langston University and Oklahoma Baptist University for partnering in this important work.

07/15/2026

Every teacher has a reason they chose this profession, but at the heart of every story is the same purpose: making a difference in the lives of students.

Teaching is one of the noblest professions. It shapes futures, inspires dreams, and changes lives, one student at a time.

Hear from educators as they share why they teach.

07/04/2026

06/09/2026

For more than five decades, Mrs. Earlean McCoin has devoted herself to Oklahoma’s elementary schools. Her 53 years of service reflect an extraordinary commitment to students, families, and communities across our state.

Listen to her full interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrvUkTA14A8

05/29/2026

What does OEQA do?

OEQA supports educators, schools, and universities across Oklahoma through educator preparation and accreditation, research, data reporting, and the implementation of state education initiatives.

Everything we do is guided by one goal: supporting quality education for Oklahoma students.

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their courage and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, we pause in gratitude for the freedoms they helped protect. 🇺🇸