Oklahoma State Superintendent of Public Instruction

Oklahoma's State Superintendent of Public Instruction leads the Oklahoma State Department of Education and serves as chair of the State Board of Education.

The superintendent oversees statewide public education programs, carries out education laws, and helps guide school funding, academic standards, and accountability.

The superintendent is normally elected by Oklahoma voters. Lindel Fields currently holds this office after being appointed in 2025.

Let's Discuss

• What should the State Superintendent's priorities be?

• How are state education policies affecting Tulsa schools?

• Are public schools receiving enough funding and support?

• How should the state measure school performance?

• What should be done about teacher shortages and student achievement?

• How can parents, teachers, and residents raise concerns about state education policies?

• How accountable should the superintendent be to Oklahoma voters?

Official Information

Oklahoma State Superintendent of Public Instruction

Oklahoma State Department of Education

This is an independent neighborhood discussion, not an official Oklahoma State Department of Education forum.