Tulsa Public Schools Ramps Up Outreach for Strong Schools, Strong Tulsa Bond

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Tulsa Public Schools leaders are stepping up efforts to inform voters about the proposed 'Strong Schools, Strong Tulsa' bond ahead of the April 7 election, with a series of community meetings and outreach campaigns to highlight the need for $1.3 billion in school infrastructure improvements across the district.

Why it matters

The bond measure is seen as crucial for upgrading aging school facilities, expanding STEM and career tech programs, and improving safety and security in Tulsa's public schools. Passage of the bond would allow the district to make long-overdue investments without raising property taxes.

The details

The 'Strong Schools, Strong Tulsa' bond would fund a wide range of projects, including renovating and rebuilding outdated school buildings, expanding career and technical education programs, upgrading technology and security systems, and constructing new early childhood education centers.

• The bond election is scheduled for April 7, 2026.
• Tulsa Public Schools has been ramping up community outreach efforts in the weeks leading up to the vote.

What’s next

If the bond measure passes, Tulsa Public Schools will begin implementing the improvement projects across the district over the next several years.