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At KIPP OKC Public Schools, our Board of Directors provides the vision, leadership, and accountability that guide our work every day. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, KIPP OKC is governed by dedicated community leaders who ensure that our schools remain strong, compliant, and committed to helping every student achieve a future without limits.

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Jabar Shumate

Board Chair Senior Program Manager, TRUE Dads

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Bill Beckman

Vice Chair, Finance Chair Principal, The Beckman Company

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Gary Jones

Board Chair Emeritus Government Affairs Director, Oklahoma City Metropolitan Association of REALTORS- OKCMAR

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Shenice Freeman

Development Committee Director of Programs and Curriculum Design, SidexSide OKC

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Sonia Ruiz

Governance Committee American Fidelity

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Yamilet Samaniego

Development Committee University of Oklahoma, Student Affairs

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Theresa Cooper

Governance Committee Education Services Supervisor, TRUE Dads

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Michael Carter, Jr.

Superintendent Master in Education Past Principal and Founding Elementary School Leader

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