Oklahoma City Public School Board approves teacher bonus program

OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — A plan to help schools keep their best teachers is getting a second chance.

The OKCPS board voted Monday to take part in the teacher bonus program after a crucial change to where that money comes from.

The Oklahoma Teacher Empowerment Program (OTEP) allows excellent educators to elevate their professional growth and pay without moving into an administrative role, and it is expected to begin this school year.

"Our goal is to prepare every Oklahoma City public school student to graduate...