Deborah Gist
Superintendent of Tulsa Public Schools. She previously served as the first state superintendent of education for Washington, D.C.
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Oct 13, 2025 • 30min
A Playbook for Public School Districts to Start Microschools
Deborah Gist, a seasoned education leader and superintendent-in-residence, and Victoria Andrews, a partner at Getting Smart focused on professional learning, discuss their groundbreaking Public Microschool Playbook. They dive into the barriers public school districts face, like funding and community engagement, while emphasizing tailored microschool designs for diverse student needs. Their experiences showcase the power of starting small with successful pilot programs and highlight how microschools can elevate student engagement and foster system-wide improvement.
Apr 15, 2025 • 42min
Living at Odds | 2. An Education in Opposition
Stacey Woolley, former PTA president and Tulsa School Board member, shares her journey from opposition to collaboration with Deborah Gist, Superintendent of Tulsa Public Schools. They discuss their rocky start and how the challenges of COVID-19 transformed their relationship. Insights into the ideological tensions in education reveal the importance of communication and understanding. Together, they illustrate how perseverance and empathy can lead to effective collaboration, even in a politically charged environment.
