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On this episode of Common Ground: Conversations with Oklahoma’s Education Leaders, Dr. Nick Migliorino sits down with Cyndi Munson, candidate for governor of Oklahoma, to discuss her background, leadership and vision for the state’s public education system.

Munson reflects on growing up in a military family in Lawton, how public education and Oklahoma’s Promise helped shape her journey as a first-generation college student, and how those experiences influence her perspective on education today.

The conversation explores the role a governor can play in supporting public education, priorities such as teachers and support staff, counselors, class sizes and school funding, and the balance between state leadership and local decision-making. Munson also shares what she has learned from working across political differences and how leaders can keep students at the center of important conversations.

Every leader has a different story and different beliefs, but there is always common ground and something we can learn from one another.

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On this episode of Common Ground: Conversations with Oklahoma’s Education Leaders, Dr. Nick Migliorino sits down with Dr. Jennettie Marshall, an education advocate and candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction.

Marshall shares the experiences that have shaped her as a leader, including her work in child welfare, corrections, ministry, community advocacy and school governance. She also discusses her eight years serving on the Tulsa Public Schools Board of Education and what that experience taught her about the relationship between schools, communities and state leadership.

Marshall discusses why she is running for State Superintendent, her approach to moving education beyond politics and toward results, and the role of data-driven decision-making, quality learning standards and strong relationships. She also shares her thoughts on the role of families and communities in strengthening public education and how she would work through disagreements while keeping the focus on students and student outcomes. Every leader has a different story and different beliefs, but there is always common ground and something we can learn from one another.

Thank you to Norman Stamp and Seal for sponsoring our mugs and La Baguette Bakery & Cafe for having us!

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On this episode of Common Ground: Conversations with Oklahoma’s Education Leaders, Dr. Nick Migliorino sits down with Dr. Robert Franklin, an educator and candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction.

Franklin shares his more than four decades of experience in education, including his work as a special education teacher, principal, district leader and CareerTech administrator. He discusses what those experiences have taught him about students, educators and the purpose of public education.

Franklin also discusses why he is running for State Superintendent, his vision for the role of the State Department of Education, his approach to reading, math, discipline and academic expectations, and how he believes Oklahoma can better support educators while maintaining high expectations for students.

Every leader has a different story and different beliefs, but there is always common ground and something we can learn from one another.

Thank you to Norman Stamp and Seal for sponsoring our mugs and La Baguette Bakery & Cafe for having us!