Last Updated on August 6, 2023, 2:53 AM | Published: July 16, 2022
OKLAHOMA CITY (Free Press) — Cary Pirrong has been chosen by the Oklahoma City Public Schools (OKCPS) Board of Education to take Carrie Coppernoll Jacobs’ former District 3 seat. Pirrong will continue serving as the District 3 representative until the term expires in February 2024. On July 18, 2022, Pirrong will take the oath of office during the regular board meeting.
Schools Represented by District 3
- Adams Elementary
- Buchanan Elementary
- Cleveland Elementary
- Kaiser Elementary
- Mark Twain Elementary
- Rockwood Elementary
- Mary Golda Ross Middle School
- Taft Middle School
- Northwest Classen High School
Pirrong is an attorney and the Administrative Director of the Oklahoma Board of Bar Examiners. He formerly worked in state government and the higher education sector, most recently as Oklahoma City Community College’s director of equity and compliance.
“We had really amazing candidates apply to be considered for the District 3 seat,” said Board Chair Paula Lewis. “It was refreshing to see so many high quality applicants step up who want to serve the students of Oklahoma City. It was a difficult decision, but I believe we selected the best of the best. I look forward to Cary joining the board and bringing his experience and perspective.”
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