Be part of the conversation shaping the future of OKC education at State of the Schools

The Greater Oklahoma City Chamber’s 2025 State of the Schools event returns Wednesday, Aug. 6, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. This annual gathering offers a powerful opportunity to hear directly from top education and workforce leaders, connect with other engaged community members and gain insight into the future of public education in our region.

Whether you work in education, business, government or the nonprofit sector, this event is designed to spark dialogue, share insight and help all of us better support student success and economic growth.

This year’s keynote speaker is Dr. Jim Hess of Oklahoma State University. Hess is known for his commitment to the student experience, as well as an innovative and bold approach to education leadership, Dr. Hess will discuss key areas such as education policy, workforce development and classroom innovation.

Throughout the program, speakers will explore how innovation, policy and workforce development are shaping the future of education in the OKC metro. Attendees will hear updates on key initiatives, explore ideas to support classroom success and examine how our community can serve as a model for other urban school districts.

Featured speakers include:

• Nellie Tayloe Sanders, Deputy Secretary of Workforce Development, State of Oklahoma
• Dr. Jamie Polk, Deputy Superintendent, Oklahoma City Public Schools
• Dr. Josh Delich, Superintendent, Edmond Public Schools
• Dr. Robert Romines, Superintendent, Moore Public Schools

Tickets are $75 for Chamber members and $100 for nonmembers. The deadline to register is Friday, Aug. 1. To sign up, email [email protected].

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, as well as School Supply Sponsor American Fidelity and Platinum Sponsor Cox Communications for making this important event possible.