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Jennifer Palmer
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Education Reporter, Oklahoma Watch
Norman
Beats
Economics and mathematics.
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By Jennifer Palmer Verified| Oklahoma Watch Verified Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters awarded nearly $600,000 in end-of-year bonuses to Department of Education staff in 2024. Most employees received an amount equal to 2.5% of their annual salary, an average of $1,700. A few received significantly higher amounts, payroll data shows. They include the department’s chief academic officer, Walters’ executive assistant, the director of social studies and the open records coordinator.
By Jennifer Palmer Verified| Tahlequah Daily Press Verified The Oklahoma Supreme Court temporarily blocked the state from purchasing Bibles for Oklahoma classrooms. A court order issued Monday bars Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters, the Department of Education, the Board of Education and the Office of Management and Enterprise Services from further implementing or enforcing Walters’ Bible mandate until a lawsuit over the Bibles is resolved.
By Jennifer Palmer Verified| Oklahoma Watch Verified Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters awarded nearly $600,000 in end-of-year bonuses to Department of Education staff in 2024. Most employees received an amount equal to 2.5% of their annual salary, an average of $1,700. A few received significantly higher amounts, payroll data shows. They include the department’s chief academic officer, Walters’ executive assistant, the director of social studies and the open records coordinator.
Company Info
Oklahoma Watch
Oklahoma Watch is a nonprofit organization focused on investigative and in-depth journalism that addresses public-policy issues and quality-of-life challenges in Oklahoma. Established to serve the public, its mission is to hold government officials accountable and foster discussions on important state matters through fact-driven reporting. The organization is nonpartisan and emphasizes transparency, ethical journalism, and community engagement. It produces in-depth stories on topics such as education, healthcare, criminal justice, and economic disparities. Oklahoma Watch also analyzes public policies and engages with the community through newsletters, events, and collaborative projects. Additionally, it trains and mentors emerging journalists, promoting ethical standards and innovative storytelling. Headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Watch relies on donations and reader support to sustain its operations. Its work has contributed to policy changes and increased public awareness, making it a vital resource for residents seeking reliable information on state issues.
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
'+1 405-594-2429
Founded: 2010