As of 2025, Oklahoma reported 494 teacher vacancies, equating to 7 vacancies per 10,000 students, positioning it 22nd among 38 U.S. states facing teacher shortages, according to the World Population Review.
Oklahoma ranks 47 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $38,192 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).
In the Center for Education Reform’s 2024 Parent Power Index, Oklahoma secured the seventh position, with an Overall Parent Power Index Score of 82.1%.
Last week, Parents Defending Education released a report proving the existence of “Confucius Classrooms” in the United States that are currently in operation. These classrooms are designed to teach Chinese language and culture and have partnerships with the Chinese government.
As Florida becomes the latest state to create an education savings account (ESA) program, an analysis by the Sooner State News shows that Oklahoma is not one of 11 states that has such a program.
Congratulations to the current and future UCO ROTC students who received brigade coins and scholarships earlier this month!
Senior Jenna Eubanks Gray is set to complete her biochemistry degree in May
Four Hillcats Named To MIAA Men’s Basketball Academic Honor Roll
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RSU to Honor Spears with “Hill Legacy Award” During Alumni Award Dinner April 29