Build the best possible public schools & universities
With an eye on the future, Gov. Henry has worked to build the best possible public schools and universities to serve Oklahoma families. He's delivered more resources to classrooms and college campuses in addition to embarking on a
four-year effort to raise teacher pay to the regional average. For the state's youngest citizens, the governor has helped improve access to early childhood education.
Source: Campaign website, www.henryforgovernor.com, "Issues"
Nov 7, 2006
New lottery to fund education reform
As Governor, Henry Brad will pass a lottery 100% dedicated to education. Henry has pushed a state lottery for the last two years in the Legislature, but it has not made it out to a vote of the people.
The last time the state voted on the issue, it was defeated. Henry?s education lottery would be patterned after Georgia?s.
Source: Edmond Sun, Lisa Shearer, ?Brad Henry Targets Education?
Jul 15, 2002
Raise teacher pay
?I think we have to pay our teachers a reasonable salary ? at least the regional average.?
He cites Oklahoma as 44th in teacher salary in the nation, and wants to stop other states from luring teachers away with better pay and signing bonuses like Texas does.
Source: Edmond Sun, Lisa Shearer, ?Brad Henry Targets Education?
Jul 15, 2002
Increase resources for public schools
As state senator, Henry boosted education funding, supported reduced class sizes, raised teacher salaries & played a pivotal role to get discipline and citizenship back in the classroom.
