Investigation finds consistent communication issues at OSDE

OKLAHOMA CITY — A repeated lack of communication from state Superintendent Ryan Walters’ administration caused delays in distributing school funds and frustration from districts, a legislative investigation found.

The Legislative Office of Fiscal Transparency investigated a variety of lawmakers’ worries over the Oklahoma State Department of Education, all relating to schools receiving funds and information in a timely manner. LOFT staff presented their findings to House lawmakers on Tuesd...