Paden board approves OSDE applications for multiple teachers and certifications
Aug 4, 2025
The board approved OSDE applications for a slate of teacher certifications and assignments, including Lori Dunlap (FACS), Cindy Mason (Elementary), Brittany Brown (JH Math/Science/Keyboarding), Gabi Watts (multiple JH subjects) and Terrell Buck (Ag Ed), and later approved Melissa Copeland, Chance Dean and Julie Smith.
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The Paden Public School Board on Aug. 4 approved multiple applications to the Oklahoma State Department of Education to certify or assign teachers for the 2025-26 school year. The initial motion, moved by Board President Kelly Jo Seaton and seconded by Brandy Moore, recorded approval for Lori Dunlap (FACS), Cindy Mason (elementary), Brittany Brown (junior high math, science and keyboarding), Gabi Watts (junior high ELA, geography, history/government, PE and humanities) and Terrell Buck (Ag Education).
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