April 24, 2026
Oklahoma City (April 21, 2026) – The Oklahoma Association of School Administrators (OASA) is pleased to the 2026 OASA District Superintendents of the Year. These leaders will be recognized at the Cooperative Council for Oklahoma School Administration (CCOSA) Summer Leadership Conference on May 27-29, 2026.
OASA annually recognizes outstanding administrators who:
● demonstrate successful experience in top level educational administration
● have a sound, dynamic and realistic philosophy of education
● can inspire and motivate people and give support and recognition for the contributions of others
● have a record which evidences continued professional and personal growth through appropriate training and experiences including skills in human relations and the stamina to cope with the pressures of the job
● have the ability to speak for education on all levels with special emphasis on the district level
● have made contributions to educational administration
“This honor reflects the very best of Oklahoma leadership - superintendents who lead with vision, navigate complexity, and remain deeply committed to the success of every student across our state,” said Dr. Pam Deering, CCOSA/OASA Executive Director. “This recognition highlights superintendents whose leadership is grounded in service, strengthened through relationships, and driven by a deep commitment to their community. These superintendents exemplify these values in action and is among the very best of Oklahoma leaders. We are proud to recognize this outstanding accomplishment and the meaningful difference they make for students, schools, and communities across Oklahoma.”
District 1: Joshua Bell, Tyrone
District 2: Tyson Bullard, Shattuck
District 3: Dr. Dudley Darrow, Enid
District 4: Derrick Meador, Jennings
District 5: Chuck McCauley, Bartlesville
District 6: Bryan Frazier, Claremore
District 7: Dr. Rick Cobb, Mid-Del
District 8: Curtis Shelton, Bristow
District 9: Dr. Matt Posey, Bethel
District 10: Monty Guthrie, Eufaula
District 11: Dr. Larry Ben, Grand View
District 12: Robert Friesen, Thomas-Fay-Custer
District 13: Nate Meraz, Elgin
District 14: Kevin Sims, Minco
District 15: Dr. Channa Byerly, Duncan
District 16: Matt Holder, Sulphur
District 17: Matt Simpson, Tushka
District 18: Edward Wilson, Heavener
District 19: Brandon Frazier, Valliant
District 20: Jennie Nunn, Caddo Kiowa Tech Center
OASA has 20 Districts that consist of multiple counties. Eligible OASA members are nominated and selected by their peers in their OASA District.
Visit the CCOSA website to see past Administrator of the Year awardees. For more information about OASA and CCOSA, please visit www.ccosa.org.
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ABOUT OASA
OASA supports adequate funding for Oklahoma public schools, supports accountability measures, rigorous and relevant academics, fair treatment of education employees, and seeks to reduce state intrusion in local board of education matters.
ABOUT CCOSA
The Cooperative Council for Oklahoma School Administration is an incorporated, not for profit organization which establishes close and continuous communication and cooperation between educators, taxpayers and legislators to improve the effectiveness of professional school administrators and to communicate the needs of the schools. The Council is the umbrella organization for the following professional associations: the Oklahoma Association of School Administrators (OASA), the Oklahoma Association of Secondary School Principals (OASSP), the Oklahoma Association of Elementary School Principals (OAESP), the Oklahoma Middle Level Education Association (OMLEA), and the Oklahoma Directors of Special Services (ODSS).
OASA annually recognizes outstanding administrators who:
● demonstrate successful experience in top level educational administration
● have a sound, dynamic and realistic philosophy of education
● can inspire and motivate people and give support and recognition for the contributions of others
● have a record which evidences continued professional and personal growth through appropriate training and experiences including skills in human relations and the stamina to cope with the pressures of the job
● have the ability to speak for education on all levels with special emphasis on the district level
● have made contributions to educational administration
“This honor reflects the very best of Oklahoma leadership - superintendents who lead with vision, navigate complexity, and remain deeply committed to the success of every student across our state,” said Dr. Pam Deering, CCOSA/OASA Executive Director. “This recognition highlights superintendents whose leadership is grounded in service, strengthened through relationships, and driven by a deep commitment to their community. These superintendents exemplify these values in action and is among the very best of Oklahoma leaders. We are proud to recognize this outstanding accomplishment and the meaningful difference they make for students, schools, and communities across Oklahoma.”
District 1: Joshua Bell, Tyrone
District 2: Tyson Bullard, Shattuck
District 3: Dr. Dudley Darrow, Enid
District 4: Derrick Meador, Jennings
District 5: Chuck McCauley, Bartlesville
District 6: Bryan Frazier, Claremore
District 7: Dr. Rick Cobb, Mid-Del
District 8: Curtis Shelton, Bristow
District 9: Dr. Matt Posey, Bethel
District 10: Monty Guthrie, Eufaula
District 11: Dr. Larry Ben, Grand View
District 12: Robert Friesen, Thomas-Fay-Custer
District 13: Nate Meraz, Elgin
District 14: Kevin Sims, Minco
District 15: Dr. Channa Byerly, Duncan
District 16: Matt Holder, Sulphur
District 17: Matt Simpson, Tushka
District 18: Edward Wilson, Heavener
District 19: Brandon Frazier, Valliant
District 20: Jennie Nunn, Caddo Kiowa Tech Center
OASA has 20 Districts that consist of multiple counties. Eligible OASA members are nominated and selected by their peers in their OASA District.
Visit the CCOSA website to see past Administrator of the Year awardees. For more information about OASA and CCOSA, please visit www.ccosa.org.
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ABOUT OASA
OASA supports adequate funding for Oklahoma public schools, supports accountability measures, rigorous and relevant academics, fair treatment of education employees, and seeks to reduce state intrusion in local board of education matters.
ABOUT CCOSA
The Cooperative Council for Oklahoma School Administration is an incorporated, not for profit organization which establishes close and continuous communication and cooperation between educators, taxpayers and legislators to improve the effectiveness of professional school administrators and to communicate the needs of the schools. The Council is the umbrella organization for the following professional associations: the Oklahoma Association of School Administrators (OASA), the Oklahoma Association of Secondary School Principals (OASSP), the Oklahoma Association of Elementary School Principals (OAESP), the Oklahoma Middle Level Education Association (OMLEA), and the Oklahoma Directors of Special Services (ODSS).