State lawmakers from both chambers and both sides of the aisle gathered at the Capitol for Wednesday’s special State Board of Education meeting. Many say they’re not surprised that State Superintendent Ryan Walters did not show up, but say they’re disappointed by his absence.

Response to special board meeting:

“I was glad it went very smooth, very official and it followed the law, that's all we really wanted, that's the way you should do that and so I was very glad to see that happen today,” said Rep. Dick Lowe (R-Amber).

“They took care of business, it took five or ten minutes, and we're headed down the road, that's the way it should be,” said the former Rep. Mark McBride.

“The meeting in general was quick and to the point,” said Rep. Ellen Pogemiller (D-OKC). “There was clearly

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