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Board approves Apryl Burleson as Burlington elementary principal for 2026–27
Summary
The Burlington Public Schools board voted unanimously Jan. 21 to appoint Elementary Principal Apryl Burleson as principal for the 2026–27 school year after discussion in executive session. Superintendent Gerrett Spears recommended the appointment and praised her performance.
The Burlington Public Schools Board of Education voted unanimously Jan. 21 to approve Elementary Principal Apryl Burleson as principal for the 2026–27 school year.
Superintendent Gerrett Spears recommended the appointment, saying, "She's done a fabulous job. I've not heard of any student issues, so if they are happening, they're not happening again." The motion to approve Burleson was made by Robert Hill and seconded by Callie Pray; the vote was 5–0.
The appointment followed an executive session called to discuss the principal position, staff for 2026–27 and the ongoing evaluation of the superintendent, which the board cited under 25 O.S. §307(B)(1). Board President Terry Graham announced after the board returned to open session that only the listed agenda items were discussed and that no votes were taken during the executive session.
Burleson was first identified in the meeting as the elementary principal. The board’s action is limited to the district appointment; the transcript does not indicate additional contract or salary details.
