Regina Bircham (right) informs a family about education options available.

Tulsa parents and students have an opportunity to learn more about their education options at a free community-wide event on Thursday, Jan. 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Greenwood Cultural Center at 322 North Greenwood Avenue.

The School Choice Expo is open to all metro area students and their families who want to hear about the different types of schools that are available. Schools represented will include public, charter, online, home, private, faith-based and magnet.

Vendors who are supportive of education also will have exhibits.

“We are answering the call from parents to showcase the marketplace of options available to students and families,” said Renee Porter, executive director of ChoiceMatters. “Also this is a great way to locally celebrate National School Choice Week, Jan. 25-29.”

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Former OK Gov. Frank Keating

Governor Frank Keating, a former FBI agent and a prosecutor in President Reagan’s administration, today announced his endorsement of Tulsa Police Sgt. Vic Regalado to be Tulsa County Sheriff.

“I’m endorsing Vic Regalado because quality law enforcement has never been a more critical component of our nation. We live in a dangerous world, and need leaders like Vic who have the right experience, demeanor, and have demonstrated integrity throughout their careers.”

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Sen. James Lankford

WASHINGTON, DC – Senator James Lankford (R-OK) released a statement and video in response to President Obama’s State of the Union address Tuesday night.

“Families in Oklahoma have been harmed by the policies and politics of the last seven years. Washington has become more partisan, our economic growth has become more anemic, and federal regulations have dramatically increased, controlling more of our everyday lives,” Lankford said.

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