Tulsa to Host Third Black Educator Excellence Awards
The Greater Tulsa Area African American Affairs Commission will honor five local educators at an awards ceremony this Tuesday.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in African-American
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The third annual Black Educator Excellence Awards ceremony will take place this Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Tulsa City Hall. The event celebrates the contributions of five local educators nominated for the honors.
Why it matters
The ceremony serves to recognize the vital impact of Black educators on the local community. It highlights long-term dedication to student success and the achievements of standout teachers within the school system.
Five educators are currently nominated for the third annual awards ceremony. The event honors individuals such as Dr. La Verne Ford Wimberly, who served Tulsa Public Schools for more than 30 years.
The players
Dr. La Verne Ford Wimberly
An educator who dedicated more than 30 years of service to Tulsa Public Schools.
Monroe Nichols
The Mayor of Tulsa who is scheduled to serve as a guest speaker at the ceremony.
Vanessa Hall-Harper
A Tulsa City Councilor participating as a guest speaker for the event.
Dr. Ebony Johnson
An educator nominated for the Trailblazer Award and a featured guest speaker.
Greater Tulsa Area African American Affairs Commission
The local commission responsible for organizing and hosting the annual awards program.
The details
The event is scheduled to take place at the City Council Chambers at Tulsa City Hall. Members of the public are invited to attend the free ceremony in person or watch via an online stream.
Timeline
The awards ceremony will begin on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 6 p.m.
Culture Shift
This event aligns with the community's broader focus on educational inclusivity as outlined in the Oklahoma Academic Standards for social studies and history. The celebration follows a pattern set by regional efforts to integrate diverse historical perspectives into the local academic culture.
Residents can attend the event for free at City Hall to support local educators. Those unable to attend in person can view the ceremony on the Tulsa Government Access Television website.
The takeaway
Honoring excellence in education fosters community engagement and supports the professional development of local teaching staff. Attendees can gain insight into the specific contributions of these nominees to the Tulsa school system.
What happens next
The awards ceremony will occur on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the City Council Chambers at Tulsa City Hall.
Further reading
Learn more about local cultural events at the Tulsa African-American section.
More information
View the live broadcast or event schedule on the Tulsa Government Access Television website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Fox23.
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