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About OCTP

Foundation
In May 1995, House Bill 1549 established the Oklahoma Commission for Teacher Preparation for the express purpose of developing and implementing a new competency-based teacher preparation, candidate assessment, and professional development system.

Vision
Student success through quality teacher preparation.

Mission
To develop, implement and facilitate competency-based teacher preparation, candidate assessment, and professional development systems.

Commitment
To ensure every student in Oklahoma access to competent, caring and qualified teachers.

Agency Values and Behaviors

• OCTP values student success.The work of OCTP's three program areas will be benchmarked against PK-16 student achievement.
  
• OCTP values the cultivation of learning and critical analysis. A priority is placed on pertinent and current knowledge of national standards and teacher quality issues.
  
• OCTP values the importance of networking. Working with the Governor's office, the Legislature, and national and state organizations ensures the implementation of critical education reform in Oklahoma.
  
• OCTP values the critical nature of working partnerships. By working with other state agencies that are responsible for PK-16 student learning, there is the potential to have a greater impact on student achievement. A concerted effort is made to advise and to include these agencies in the ongoing planning and work of OCTP.
  
• OCTP values service. Interaction with customers is prompt, courteous, and factual.
  
• OCTP values team building. Each commissioner and staff member is considered a valuable member and contributor to organizational decisions.