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Kraig Mewbourne is surprised by Tulsa Public Schools Superintendent Ebony Johnson as he is presented with his nomination for 2026 Teacher of the Year at Tulsa Edison Preparatory School March 12, 2026 — Credit: Molly McElwain

Cheers fill Tulsa Public Schools classrooms as district announces Teacher of the Year finalists

Photos by Molly McElwain and Milo GladsteinMarch 12, 2026March 12, 2026

Superintendent Ebony Johnson surprised educators Thursday with an announcement: They were one of five finalists for the district’s top honor for teachers.