Culture
AI-powered private school network to open new Oklahoma campus this fallAn educational model using artificial intelligence, called “Alpha Schools,” is tripling campus locations this fall to 40 open and enrolling locations nationwide, boasting an “efficient,”… Read More
Opinion
Op-ed: Mandating more recess in public schools should be encouraged, not condemnedA recent news commentary has decried what it calls an “asinine requirement” by Oklahoma lawmakers to double the minimum amount of recess for elementary grades. “You know a law won’t be good when the most thought-provoking question a… Read More
Courts
Oklahoma special-needs student suffered from sexual assault, mom says in lawsuit against schoolA lawsuit filed against an Oklahoma school district accuses officials of failing to provide adequate safeguards for special-needs students, which the plaintiff argues allowed a sexual assault against her daughter, … Read More
Culture
Cowboys and enchanting scenery showcased from TX, OK, NM, HI, and AK at the Great American State Fair(Editor’s note: A series on The Great American State Fair, held in Washington, D.C., in honor of America’s 250th birthday, written by Heartlander News interns.) From eye-catching… Read More
Christian Schools
Demand surges for Oklahoma private school choice tax creditsDemand continues rising for Oklahoma’s private school choice tax credits as more parents seek help paying for education outside the public school system. The Oklahoma Parental Choice Tax… Read More
Christian Schools
From humble beginnings to global impact: The story of Little Light HouseWhat began as a desperate search by two young mothers in 1972 has grown into a global beacon of hope for children with special needs. The … Read More
Culture
Human composting sites may be coming to a city near you(Daily Caller News Foundation) – One of the world’s largest human composting facilities just opened near the nation’s capital, according to Axios. Earth Funeral recently opened an approximately… Read More
Courts
New legal battle begins over religious charter schools in Oklahoma as Jewish charter group sues statewide boardNearly a year after the Supreme Court left legal questions about the constitutionality of a religious public charter school in Oklahoma unresolved, a new legal fight over the same… Read More
Opinion
What’s next for DHS?(The Washington Stand) – Kristi Noem is out as Homeland Security Secretary, to be replaced by Senator Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla. Noem’s tenure as the leader of the… Read More
Public Education
Study: Private school choice helps public school outcomesA new study finds programs allowing families to choose private schools may also improve academic performance in nearby public schools. Patrick Graff, a… Read More
Courts
Judge rules in favor of Oklahoma private schools in sports disputeAn Oklahoma County judge has ruled against a controversial athletic rule targeting private schools. Oklahoma County District Judge Richard Ogden granted summary judgment Friday in favor… Read More
Government
Fight brews over changes to Oklahoma history standards that remove Christianity, founding principlesA battle is taking shape in Oklahoma over the state’s social studies standards, which have undergone an unexpected – and possibly illegal – revision, and Wednesday is the last… Read More
Courts
Oklahoma parent sues as 7-year-old son recovers from severe playground injuryA mom is suing an Oklahoma school district as her 7-year-old son recovers from a serious playground injury in 2024 that resulted in significant medical costs the school’s liability insurance hasn’t helped cover. “The first surgeon’s bill was $118,000,”… Read More
Opinion
45 years of failure: A bureaucracy built for unions, not studentsSince the first days of this administration, outrage has been building in the fake news media and their teacher union financial backers at Education Secretary Linda McMahon and President… Read More
Public Education
Jewish school founder seeks to launch faith-based charter in OklahomaOklahoma may soon be the battleground for another debate on whether religious schools should receive public funds. Peter Deutsch, a former U.S. representative and founder of the Ben… Read More
Public Education
Oklahoma county launches safety initiative after ‘extremely concerning’ allegations of schoolchildren abusing other minorsThe Wagoner County District Attorney’s Office in Oklahoma is working to address the rising problem of juvenile violence after recent allegations of students harming other children at an area… Read More
Courts
Oklahoma parent of special-needs child sues district over playground conditions, alleging violations of ADA requirementsEdmond Public Schools in Oklahoma has been sued over the playground in its pre-kindergarten inclusion program at Will Rogers Elementary School. “Some new temporary equipment showed up, like… Read More
Public Education
Oklahoma district investigates allegations of staffers serving alcohol to minors at weekend party, reported hospitalizationLocal and state officials in Oklahoma are investigating allegations of “potential misconduct” by Elgin Public Schools staffers reportedly serving alcohol to minors, resulting in a hospitalization. “Elgin PS… Read More
Government
EPA investigating abortion pill pollution of drinking waterThe Environmental Protection Agency is reviewing whether abortion pills are contaminating the nation’s water supply. The agency opened the review this summer after… Read More
Public Education
Oklahoma middle school cancels classes after Snapchat threat, 2 weeks after shooting incident near area high schoolA threat made on Snapchat shuttered an Oklahoma middle school this week and triggered a local police investigation, which also used social media to alert the community and track… Read More