Tulsa Schools Prepare for Bond Vote and Board Elections

Early voting begins this week for $609 million bond proposal and school board seats

Mar. 30, 2026 at 1:28pm

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Tulsa Public Schools is gearing up for a critical election on its $609 million bond proposal and several school board seats. Early voting is scheduled for Thursday and Friday at county election boards, ahead of the main election day.

Why it matters

The bond proposal would fund major infrastructure upgrades and new construction projects across the district, while the school board elections will determine the leadership and direction of TPS for years to come. Voter turnout and the outcome of these votes will have a significant impact on the future of Tulsa's public education system.

The details

The $609 million bond proposal includes funding for new school buildings, renovations, technology upgrades, and other capital improvements across Tulsa Public Schools. In addition to the bond, several TPS and Tulsa Tech school board seats are up for election. Early voting will take place this Thursday and Friday at county election boards, ahead of the main election day.

  • Early voting is scheduled for Thursday, March 28 and Friday, March 29.
  • The main election day is Tuesday, April 2.

The players

Tulsa Public Schools

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

Tulsa Tech

A career and technical education district that partners with Tulsa Public Schools to provide vocational training and certifications.

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What’s next

Voters in Tulsa will have the opportunity to cast their ballots during the early voting period or on election day, April 2nd. The results of the bond proposal and school board races will determine the future direction and funding for Tulsa's public education system.

The takeaway

This election represents a critical juncture for Tulsa Public Schools, as the community decides whether to approve significant new funding for infrastructure and facilities, as well as who will lead the district moving forward. The outcome will have long-lasting impacts on the quality and accessibility of public education in Tulsa.