Tulsa Education Races Approach Deadline

Voters have until Monday to request absentee ballots for April 7 election.

Mar. 23, 2026 at 6:00am

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The deadline to request an absentee ballot for the April 7 election in Tulsa is this Monday. The election includes board seats for Tulsa Public Schools and Tulsa Tech, as well as a $609 million bond proposal for TPS.

Why it matters

This election will determine the leadership and funding for Tulsa's public education system, which plays a crucial role in the community. Strong schools are vital for attracting families and businesses to the area.

The details

The April 7 election features several key races and measures. Voters will choose board members for both Tulsa Public Schools and Tulsa Tech. TPS also has a $609 million bond proposal on the ballot to fund facility improvements and technology upgrades across the district.

  • The deadline to request an absentee ballot for the April 7 election is this Monday, March 25, 2026.

The players

Tulsa Public Schools

The largest school district in Oklahoma, serving over 35,000 students in the Tulsa metropolitan area.

Tulsa Tech

A career and technical education center that provides vocational training and certifications to high school students and adult learners in the Tulsa region.

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What’s next

Voters who have not yet requested an absentee ballot for the April 7 election should do so by the Monday, March 25th deadline.

The takeaway

This election will shape the future of public education in Tulsa, determining school leadership and funding priorities that are critical to the community's growth and prosperity.