Mary from V1SUT Vantage and Roberta Lewis from Moms 4 Liberty discussed Governor Stitt’s appointment of Chris VanDenhende to the Oklahoma State School Board. Following the removal of board members due to “political drama,” concerns arose regarding VanDenhende’s business ties and prior funding. The discussion highlighted opposition to his confirmation.
Former Oklahoma State School Board Member Kendra Wesson discussed her firing by Governor Stitt, and the importance of citizen engagement in school board meetings, emphasizing accountability. In the end, however painful, Wesson’s experience has provided valuable insights, impacting her future advocacy efforts.
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Governor Stitt’s dismissal of three state school board members has raised questions about what he termed “political drama.” Critics argue the removals were unjust, especially regarding Kendra Wesson, who was committed to safeguarding children from harmful educators. The new board lacks educational experience, causing concern over its ability to improve Oklahoma’s education system.
On January 8th, Michael and Kendra Wesson, a board member of the Oklahoma State Department of Education, discussed key issues affecting parents and taxpayers. They emphasized the importance of parental involvement in children’s education and highlighted the significance of addressing teacher misconduct. Kendra’s insights on young people’s challenges and literacy were particularly noteworthy.