Oklahoma Parents for Student Achievement

Every Ability, Every Student:Oklahoma Superintendent Town Hall

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 from 6 - 8 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.)

Metro Tech Springlake Campus Auditorium

1900 Springlake Drive, Oklahoma City, OK 73111

On behalf of Oklahoma Parents for Student Achievement (OPSA), Down Syndrome Association of Tulsa (DSAT), Down Syndrome Association of Central Oklahoma (DSACO), and Autism Oklahoma, we are pleased to invite you to attend an upcoming statewide town hall focused on issues impacting students with disabilities and their families.

We invite parents, students, self-advocates, educators, and community members to submit questions for candidates running for Oklahoma State Superintendent here: http://bit.ly/4m9Sstc

This town hall will focus specifically on the experiences of students with disabilities and the systems that support (or fail to support) them. Selected questions will be asked live by self-advocates (individuals with disabilities) during the event. Our goal is to elevate real experiences, increase accountability, and ensure candidates address the issues that matter most to Oklahoma families.

The Down Syndrome Association of Tulsa has honored Lucia Frohling as the 2025 Advocate of the Year! Lucia has gone above and beyond at Oklahoma Parents for Student Achievement to champion inclusive education across Oklahoma - advocating for students with learning differences, attending IEP meetings, pushing for statewide policy change, and leading efforts to make our schools more inclusive for every child. Her passion, persistence, and impact are unmatched. We are so proud to celebrate this incredible advocate. Join us in congratulating Lucia on this well-deserved recognition!

📚 Summer Reading is Back! ☀️
Join a 90+ year tradition with the Metropolitan Library System’s Summer Reading Program – designed to keep kids, teens, and families reading, learning, and having fun all summer long! Why join? Avoid the dreaded Summer Slide – the learning loss that happens when kids don’t read during summer break. Just 20 minutes a day can make all the difference 📖❤️

🏆 Log your reading from June 1 – July 31 and help us beat last year's point total!
🎉 Earn rewards, build habits, and keep your brain sharp!

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. We remain committed to ensuring every Oklahoma student has the freedom to learn and grow in a supportive environment.

Low Vision Summer Camp: Because every child deserves a summer camp experience. OWL Camp (OKC) – Ages 8–13
🗓️ June 29–July 3, 2025

A fun, inclusive camp pairing children with and without vision loss for activities like rock climbing, archery, horseback riding, and kayaking. Boosts confidence through adventure and teamwork!

📩 Apply by May 31 | Email: [email protected]

NewView Camps | NewView Oklahoma NewView Oklahoma empowers individuals who are blind or have low vision, maximizing their opportunities for independence through all stages of life.

🎓 This summer at Oklahoma City Community College, dive into two FREE hands-on programs for high school students!

🩺 CHAMPS (June) – Explore healthcare careers with CPR training, VR simulations, ambulance tours, and more. Learn to save lives and get a taste of college life!

🎬 Film Production Academy (July) – Step into the world of movie-making! Learn camera work, sound, editing, and showcase your film at a red-carpet screening.

📩 More info: [email protected] | [email protected]

Summer Academy - Oklahoma City Community College Oklahoman City Community College will be offering two Summer Academy camps.

Summer Immersion Program (SIP) 2025
📅 Thursday, July 24 | 🕗 8AM–5PM
📍 OU Health Sciences, OKC

Thinking about a future in health care? SIP is a one-day, hands-on experience for college students (18+) to explore 70+ programs at OU Health Sciences. Expect clinical simulations, resume/interview workshops, and Q&As with current students and admissions staff. It is free to attend and is ideal for rising college sophomores, juniors & seniors. Apply by July 14th!

Summer Immersion Program (SIP) The 2025 Summer Immersion Program is a full day program designed for prospective students to learn from and engage with numerous members of OU Health Sciences. The goal is to expose participants to the 70+ programs available, while equipping students with the tools to be successful in the applicatio...

In a survey conducted by EdChoice, it was found that in April, 44% of parents said they were using or looking for a tutor—up from 35% in January. Active tutoring use has hit 22%, the highest level since early 2021. Click here to read the entire report: https://www.edchoice.org/research/the-public-parents-and-k-12-education-national-polling-report-february-2025/

🚨 FREE Robotics Summer Academy! 🤖
📍 NSU Tahlequah | 🗓️ June 9–13, 2025
⏰ 9AM–4PM (flexible drop-off/pick-up)
🎓 Open to 8th–12th grade OK students
💡 Build, code & test robots + industry tour!
🍕 Lunch/snacks provided | Inclusive & hands-on STEM fun!

Apply now 👉 [email protected]

Discovery Day 2025
📅 Thursday, June 26 | 🕗 8AM–5PM
📍 OU Health Sciences, OKC

High school students curious about health careers—don’t miss this immersive, hands-on day at OU Health Sciences! Explore clinical education, tour the campus, hear from current students, and connect with admissions staff from both OU Health Sciences and OU Norman. It is free to attend but hurry now, spots are limited! Apply by June 16th to participate!

Discovery Day The 2025 Discovery Day program is intended for the purpose of exposing high school students to the numerous programs offered at OU Health Sciences. Discovery Day will be on Thursday, June 26, 2025 from 8AM-5PM. The goal of Discovery Day is to provide guidance toward a professional health career t...

This International Museum Day, we celebrate museums as spaces of learning, reflection, and connection across cultures and time. From ancient artifacts to modern masterpieces, they help us understand where we've been—and imagine where we're going.

International Museum Day - International Council of Museums Each year since 1977, ICOM has organised International Museum Day, which represents a unique moment for the international museum community.

As Teacher Appreciation Week comes to a close, let’s continue to lift up the educators who guide, inspire, and empower our communities. Today, we say: Thank you for being the difference, the inspiration, and the heart of our schools.