Oklahoma Schools Superintendent Ryan Walters announced Monday that the Education Advisory Council will aim to monitor and proactively implement education reforms by the incoming Trump administration, including the potential elimination of the federal Department of Education. .
“Thanks to President-elect Donald Trump, who has fearlessly championed efforts to remove the federal bureaucracy that shuts communities and parents out of decisions that affect the education of our students, the future of public education in Oklahoma is in the right hands. It's bright,” Professor Walters said. Search for educational leaders to serve on the committee.
“As long-awaited changes occur under President Trump, Oklahoma must be prepared to adapt smoothly while upholding Oklahoma values in our public schools and maintaining the highest standards of education for our students.” In the coming days, I look forward to announcing the members of a committee dedicated to improving Oklahoma's academic performance and working on ways to continue championing the priorities I outlined in my memo to parents and schools last week. ” he added.
Walters said the group is responsible for quickly implementing changes in federal education policy and developing guidance for Oklahoma schools when changes occur.
The commission's goal is to align Oklahoma with President Trump's policies, remove federal programs from the state, and develop a strategy to recommend to the Trump administration.
Walters has assumed the role of a culture warrior and has emerged as a potential candidate to lead President-elect Trump's Department of Education.
Asked about the speculation, Walters' office would not say whether the superintendent was considering the position.
“Superintendent Walters is focused on reforming Oklahoma's education to improve academic performance and promote awakened indoctrination from the classroom. Americans across the country need President Trump's leadership to renew and improve schools. We look forward to returning to excellence in the United States,” the president's spokesperson said.