RYAN WALTERS
RYAN WALTERS
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RESIGNATION WANTED:
RESIGNATION WANTED:
OFFICE: SUPERINTENDENT OF EDUCATION
OFFICE: SUPERINTENDENT OF EDUCATION
CRIMES AND/OR OPPRESSION AGAINST THE PEOPLE OF OKLAHOMA:
CRIMES AND/OR OPPRESSION AGAINST THE PEOPLE OF OKLAHOMA:
Arbitray Abuse of Teacher Decertifications
Weaponizing I.C.E. Against School Children
Forced Religion in public schools
Directing Oklahoma Schools to Defy Federal Civil Rights Law
Misconduct & Ethics Violations
CAMPAIGN MISTRUTHS/LIES:
CAMPAIGN MISTRUTHS/LIES:
Walters pledged to improve transparency within the Oklahoma State Department of Education and emphasized local control in education.
REASONS TO DEMAND RESIGNATION:
REASONS TO DEMAND RESIGNATION:
ARBITARY ABUSE OF TEACHER DECERTIFICATIONS
ARBITARY ABUSE OF TEACHER DECERTIFICATIONS
Ryan Walters has been involved in several instances where teacher certifications were revoked or threatened as political retaliation:
Grant Hill, (a former Edmond Memorial High School teacher,2024) & Kristy Rochell(Lawton, 2024): Statement made by Grant Hill's Attorney "These teachers have been cleared of all charges, yet the superintendent is determined to drag their names through the mud for his own personal gain, i.e. media attention,” White said. “The superintendent’s reckless behavior is destroying the lives and careers of dedicated teachers. Many of these individuals have committed no crimes nor have they violated any administrative rule, yet they are being publicly humiliated and subjected to unnecessary stress and scrutiny.” (Both Licenses SUSPENDED)
Regan Killackey (Edmond Memorial High School, 2024): Killackey, an AP English teacher, was targeted for certification revocation over a 2019 family photo posted on his personal Instagram account. The image depicted his daughter wearing a Donald Trump mask, which an anonymous tipster reported as inappropriate. Walters pursued action against Killackey, citing the photo as grounds for revocation. (Issued April 2024)
Alison Scott (2023): A teacher from Ardmore faced threats of certification revocation after allegedly making social media posts that Walters claimed condoned violence. Walters vowed to revoke the teacher's certificate, emphasizing his stance against such expressions. (No record in public database as of June 2025)
Tulsa Public Schools Educators (2023): Walters pushed for the revocation of teaching licenses for educators in Tulsa Public Schools, accusing them of indoctrinating students with critical race theory. He asserted that these teachers were violating state law by introducing prohibited concepts related to race and gender in the classroom.
Unnamed Educators Opposing HB 1775 (2023): Following the implementation of House Bill 1775, which restricts discussions on race and gender in classrooms, Walters instructed the Oklahoma Department of Education to revoke the teaching licenses of educators who publicly criticized or opposed the bill, viewing their dissent as a violation of state law.
Summer Boismier (Norman High School, 2022): Boismier, an English teacher, faced revocation of her teaching license after sharing a QR code with students that provided access to banned books. Walters accused her of promoting a "liberal agenda" and called for the immediate revocation of her certification. (No record in public database as of June 2025)
Firing Government Employees for their politics is UNCONSTITUTIONAL!
If a public sector employee (government worker) is fired for exercising their First Amendment rights (e.g., for political speech or whistleblowing) or without due process it is a constitutional violation under the Fifth and/or Fourteenth Amendment.
Educators NOT decertified by the Walters administration as of January 2025:
Educators NOT decertified by the Walters administration as of January 2025:
Steven Hernandez, who appears to be a registered sex offender owing to a 2021 child pornography. (shows "Educator Surrendered")
Nathan Holland, charged with raping a woman he met on a dating app. Holland was acquitted of rape charges in 2021, but Beason told board members that a law enforcement investigation discovered materials on his phone that constituted a violation of the teacher code of conduct. (shows "Issued" May 1, 2023)
Kiera M. Smith, arrested for assault & battery after allegedly throwing a student to the ground. She had previously pleaded to resolve a 2018 criminal charge for grabbing a co-worker’s crotch. (shows "Suspended" as of June 2025 after political pressure).
Cody Richison, arrested in 2024 in connection to a federal child porn investigation. (shows "Suspended" as of June 2025 after political pressure).
Gerald Pruitt, arrested in 2024 in connection with a felony charge of child abuse.
(shows "Suspended" as of June 2025 after political pressure).
Rocky Flint, arrested 2024 in connection with assault and battery on a school student. (shows "Suspended" as of June 2025 after political pressure).
John Downs, arrested in 2024 on a complaint of soliciting sexual conduct or communication with a minor by use of technology. (shows "expired" as of June 2025)
Charles Preaus, arrested in 2024 for charges related to allegedly harassing and assaulting two teenage boys while drunk. (shows "ISSUED" as of June 2025)
WEAPONIZING I.C.E. AGAINST SCHOOL CHILDREN
WEAPONIZING I.C.E. AGAINST SCHOOL CHILDREN
Walters has advocated for policies aimed at identifying and tracking the immigration status of students and their families. such as proposing a rule requiring disclosure of immigration status for public school enrollment. While Walters asserts that this measure aims to gather data for resource allocation, there is no coincidence that the rule was proposed in close conjunction with the Trump administration announcing it would allow federal immigration agencies to make arrests at schools, churches and hospitals.
"Walters said his administration would share this information with federal authorities, if asked for it, and would support immigration raids in schools."
The policy is not only an attempt to weaponize immigration enforcement against vulnerable students in stark contradiction to Walters duty to protect, but it also circumvents the Plyler decision and is UNCONSTITUTIONAL!
The U.S. Supreme Court case Plyler v. Doe (1982) established that undocumented immigrants have constitutional rights under the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment. In a 5-4 decision, the Court struck down a Texas law that denied public education funding for undocumented children, ruling that the state could not discriminate against them. The decision affirmed that undocumented individuals are "persons" under the Constitution and are entitled to certain fundamental protections, even if they are not U.S. citizens.
FORCED RELIGION IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
FORCED RELIGION IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has implemented several initiatives to incorporate religious elements into the state's public education system:
Mandating Bible Instruction: In June 2024, Walters issued a directive requiring all public schools to teach the Bible, including the Ten Commandments, in classrooms from grades 5 through 12. He emphasized the Bible's significance as a historical and cultural cornerstone.
Establishing the Office of Religious Liberty and Patriotism: In November 2024, Walters announced the creation of a specialized office within the Oklahoma State Department of Education. Its stated purpose is to prioritize prayer and patriotic displays in schools, further embedding religious practices into the public education framework.
Procuring Bibles for Classrooms: Walters initiated the purchase of over 500 Bibles for Advanced Placement Government classrooms, specifying the King James Version. This move has been criticized for favoring a particular religious text and translation, raising concerns about the separation of church and state.
Walter's policies regarding bibles in school and mandating bible intruction are UNCONSTITUTIONAL! The U.S. Supreme Court case Abington School District v. Schempp (1963) established no mandatory Bible readings in public schools. In this landmark 8-1 decision, the Court ruled that school-sponsored Bible readings and mandatory recitation of the Lord’s Prayer in public schools violated the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment. This case, along with Engel v. Vitale (1962)— which struck down school-sponsored prayer — helped define the separation of church and state in public education.
DIRECTED OKLAHOMA SCHOOLS TO DEFY FEDERAL CIVIL RIGHTS LAWS
DIRECTED OKLAHOMA SCHOOLS TO DEFY FEDERAL CIVIL RIGHTS LAWS
Ryan Walters implemented several policies that have been criticized for potentially directing schools to defy federal civil rights laws:
Instructing Schools to Ignore Federal Title IX Regulations: In April 2024, Walters directed all Oklahoma school districts to disregard the Biden administration's updated Title IX regulations, which expanded protections against discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. By urging schools not to comply, Walters risked placing districts in violation of federal law and jeopardizing their federal funding.
Advocating & Implementing Christian indoctrination in public schools
Mandating Religious Content in Public Schools: Walters has mandated the inclusion of Christian religious content in public schools, including requiring students to watch a video announcing the creation of a new Department of Religious Liberty and Patriotism, in which he prays for former President Donald Trump. This directive has been criticized for potentially violating the constitutional principle of separation of church and state and infringing upon students' religious freedoms.
Again... these policies are UNCONSTITUTIONAL under Abington School District v. Schempp (1963) and Engel v. Vitale (1962).
MISCONDUCT & ETHICS VIOLATIONS
MISCONDUCT & ETHICS VIOLATIONS
The Oklahoma based 501(c)3 non-profit organization, OKLAHOMA APPLESEED, that fights for Criminal & Juvenile Justice, Education Justice, and Election Justice; has curated comprehensive analysis and coverage of Walters’ extensive misdeeds in office.
CALLOUS AND BIASED INDIFFERENCE IN AFTERMATH OF 16 YEAR OLD'S TRAGIC DEATH
CALLOUS AND BIASED INDIFFERENCE IN AFTERMATH OF 16 YEAR OLD'S TRAGIC DEATH
In February 2024, following the death of 16-year-old nonbinary student Nex Benedict after a school bathroom assault, Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters made several controversial statements. In an interview with The New York Times, Walters asserted, "There's not multiple genders. There's two. That's how God created us," denying the existence of nonbinary and transgender individuals. He further criticized "radical leftists" for allegedly exploiting the tragedy for political purposes.
These remarks drew widespread condemnation from LGBTQ+ advocacy groups and public figures. The Human Rights Campaign denounced Walters for attempting to deflect responsibility and for misgendering Nex Benedict.
Nex Benedict (January 11, 2008 – February 8, 2024)
Additionally, over 350 organizations and individuals signed an open letter demanding an investigation into the Oklahoma State Department of Education and calling for Walters' removal, accusing him of fostering an environment of hostility and harm toward LGBTQ+ students.
In the aftermath, Oklahoma Republican lawmakers initiated an investigation into Walters' conduct, citing various illegal and unethical actions, including his handling of the state's education policies and his inflammatory rhetoric.
The incident highlighted the profound impact of anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and policies on the safety and well-being of students, intensifying discussions about the responsibilities of public officials in protecting all students, regardless of their gender identity.
BOMB THREATS AGAINST OKLAHMA SCHOOLS
BOMB THREATS AGAINST OKLAHMA SCHOOLS
In August 2023, Walters shared a video from the "Libs of TikTok" account, which featured an Oklahoma elementary school librarian. News outlets reported Oklahoma public schools received bomb threats after posts by "Libs of TikTok". Despite the threats and safety risks to hundreds, if not thousands, of children Walters did not remove the post and later denounced the threats.
Later, in January 2024, Walters appointed Chaya Raichik, the creator of the "Libs of TikTok" social media account, to the Oklahoma Library Media Advisory Committee. This committee is tasked with reviewing and advising on library materials within the state's public education system. Walters cited a fight against the 'radical left' and 'woke indoctrination' as the reasoning behind the appointment.
Raichik's TikTok account, is known for reposting content from educators and individuals expressing liberal views, often accompanied by critical commentary and mocking faculty. Her posts have led to significant online harassment and threats directed at the featured individuals and institutions.
The decision to include Raichik on the advisory committee drew bipartisan criticism. Critics argued that her involvement would exacerbate tensions and potentially endanger educators and students.
TV's & CHRISTMAS TREES DON'T ENHANCE EDUCATION, BUT THAT WAS NEVER RYAN WALTER'S GOAL!
TV's & CHRISTMAS TREES DON'T ENHANCE EDUCATION, BUT THAT WAS NEVER RYAN WALTER'S GOAL!
Ryan Walters was implicated in the mismanagement of federal pandemic relief funds through the ClassWallet platform during his tenure as Executive Director of the nonprofit Every Kid Counts Oklahoma (EKCO).
In 2020, Oklahoma allocated $18 million in Governor's Emergency Education Relief (GEER) funds to assist families during the COVID-19 pandemic. These funds were divided between two programs:
Stay in School Program: Provided private school tuition assistance.
Bridge the Gap Digital Wallet Program: Offered funds for educational supplies, managed through the ClassWallet platform.
Investigations revealed significant mismanagement by Walters, including improper purchases. Families used funds for non-educational items. Emails indicated that ClassWallet sought guidance on purchase restrictions, but Walters granted "blanket approval" for all items from approved vendors, leading to unchecked spending. Federal auditors found at least $650,000 in improper purchases, including for TVs, Christmas trees and grills. The state auditor last year found more than $1.8 million in questioned costs in Digital Wallet and $6.5 million in the Stay in School program.
In August 2022, Oklahoma filed a lawsuit against ClassWallet, alleging failure to prevent misuse of funds. However, Attorney General Gentner Drummond dismissed the lawsuit in February 2024, attributing the mismanagement to "state actors," specifically pointing to Walters' role in authorizing expenditures without proper oversight.
A grand jury investigation criticized both Governor Kevin Stitt and Walters for the mishandling of federal education funds, highlighting a lack of internal controls and oversight in the administration of the relief programs.
Ways to Demand Resignation:
Ways to Demand Resignation:
By Phone: (405) 521-3301
By email: ryan.walters@sde.ok.gov
By Mail: 2500 North Lincoln Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK 73105
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