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Our latest press releases, and Oklahoma Education news. Subscribe for our teaching tips and resources for school improvement.

Access to meals if schools close due to COVID-19

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We have received approval from the USDA on two requested waivers allowing meal service to continue during possible school closures. Meals will be available at no cost to low-income children and are not required to be served in a group setting to avoid possible exposure to COVID-19.

“When schools close, our first concern is for the safety and well-being of our children. We know that some kids will not have access to nutritious meals if they do not attend school. The approval of these waivers provides flexibility so Oklahoma children get wholesome meals while safeguarding their health.” - State Supt. Joy Hofmeister

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Emergency Meeting State Board of Education

We are calling an emergency meeting of the State Board of Education at 4 p.m. today to discuss and take possible action on mandatory closure of all Oklahoma public schools or any other measures necessary due to the coronavirus/COVID-19.

State Supt. Joy Hofmeister

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Alpha Plus: OSSBA COVID-19 Info

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Here's an update from the OSSBA regarding teacher pay during closure.

"Members,

I wanted to provide you important, additional information regarding teacher pay during the statewide school closure.

Since our earlier email, we've learned Oklahoma law contains a provision regarding pay for administrators and teachers applicable during an epidemic. Click here to view the statute. Here is the applicable language, which can be found in section H:  Click here to read the entire notice.

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Department of Education ‘removing barriers’ that would prevent schools from closing

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State Supt. Joy Hofmeister: “We are removing barriers that would prevent school districts from making decisions that would be in the best interest of their students and their well being.

"Closing school can have an impact on attendance requirements, impact school accountability or other things that need to fall to the wayside when considering student health and safety.”

Read our latest FAQs regarding coronavirus/COVID-19: http://bit.ly/OSDECOVID-19

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