Public Education

Early Childhood Development and Education
  • 44%
    of low-income students in Tulsa are ready for school compared to 80% of their more affluent classmates.
  • 57%
    of students served by City Year for three or more years graduate at rates 57% higher than their peers.

Our support of Tulsa schools

Equal opportunity is at the heart of America’s promise, and every child deserves the chance to succeed.

‍‍With sustained support, early education gains can pave the way for long-term success in school and beyond.

Tulsa Public Schools is the biggest district in Oklahoma and has the highest percentage of children eligible for free lunch (a measure of poverty).

In response, GKFF provides support to the district to help recruit, train and retain teachers and leaders — and strengthen efforts to promote early reading and math. Additionally, for charter schools sponsored by Tulsa Public Schools, GKFF provides annual operating support to increase the quality options available to families across Tulsa.

Our commitment to education

We work with organizations providing lasting support for children:
Tulsa Public Schools
GKFF partners with Tulsa Public Schools on strategic initiatives that improve training, evaluation and support for teachers as well as efforts helping students continue their educational journeys.
Teach for America
Our support for Teach for America in Tulsa helps the organization recruit and serve top recent college graduates who train as teachers and lead students to achieve academic gains.
City Year
City Year is a key partner with Tulsa Public Schools in creating equitable learning opportunities for all students and developing the city’s future leaders. City Year AmeriCorps members serve in elementary schools to help students succeed.
The Opportunity Project
The Opportunity Project supports youth-serving organizations ensuring that young people have access to high-quality afterschool and summer school programs.
Charter Schools
Tulsa Public Schools has adopted a collaborative approach to integrating charter schools into TPS. KIPP Tulsa, Tulsa Legacy Charter School, Tulsa Honor Academy, College Bound, Collegiate Hall and Greenwood Leadership Academy are examples of high-quality charter models operating within the community.

Our Team

Annie Koppel Van Hanken
Chief Program Officer
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Sophia Pappas
Managing Director, Birth through Eight Strategy for Tulsa (BEST)
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