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FOX23 spoke with Chief Communication Officer Tara Thompson at Creekwood Elementary on Wednesday, Aug.

12 about a new bus tracking system for Broken Arrow Schools that will improve student safety and route efficiency.

FOX23's Bailey Coyle interviewed Brandon Chitty (Executive Director of Virtual Programming and Instructional Technology) on Wed, Aug.

12 about how Broken Arrow classrooms will pilot AI tools to enhance instruction. Local educators expect the new technology to boost learning outcomes in classrooms.

FOX23's Bailey Coyle interviewed Crystal Barber from Broken Arrow Public Schools on Wed, Aug.

12 about staffing plans for the new school year. The report explains the district's efforts to secure enough teachers for upcoming classes.

At Creekwood Elementary, teachers Catherine Wood and Mattie Stillman discussed their preparations for the upcoming first day of school (their FOX23 interview was recorded yesterday), offering clear insights into classroom plans.

State Superintendent Lindel Fields said he may publicly comment on the candidate race to replace him (awaiting a debate between Robert Franklin and James Taylor) before the GOP primary runoff on Aug.

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Governor Stitt released Dan Hamlin’s report that calls for reforms to school finance, carryover balances, and instructional days to improve classroom support; the report outlines proposals that may guide future changes in state education funding for local schools.

FOX23's Ron Terrell interviewed Ayla Hency, this month's She's in the Game athlete who overcame major injuries for her basketball comeback (the interview was filmed in a studio).

The segment highlights her determined journey and renewed focus on the sport.