ISAAC ERICKSON

How to help children through the reading crisis

Oklahoma’s students are facing a reading crisis. Nationwide the average reading score for fourth graders has been declining since 2017, with 37% falling below the basic achievement level in 2022. These statistics are troubling because of the devastating ripple effect low reading skills have on a child’s education and future.

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Letter: Stop state education department rule that would harm virtual online school

As a parent of seven children, two of whom attend Insight School of Oklahoma, I want to highlight the profound impact this virtual alternative school has had on my daughters' lives, particularly my 15-year-old, during the challenging times of the pandemic.

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Letter: Protect virtual alternative school from proposed new rule at state education department

Proposed new rule at the Oklahoma State Department of Education would force closure of virtual alternative program Insight School, which serves about 1,150 students that includes teen parents, students recovering from addiction, students who have been expelled from other schools, students with special needs and students with jobs who require flexible schedules.

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Mother Shares Stories of Son’s Bullying

Mayor Bynum announces youth mental health issues at State of the City address.

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Insight School of Oklahoma to Celebrate 2023 Graduates

Insight School of Oklahoma (ISOK) is holding an in-person commencement ceremony to honor the achievements of its 2023 graduating class. The ceremony will be held on May 18 at 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Edmond, OK. A live stream of the ceremony will also be available on ISOK’s Facebook page.

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