Bartlesville Public Schools is proud to announce that the the Oklahoma Association of School Administrators (OASA) has named Superintendent Chuck McCauley as the District 5 Superintendent of the Year, a prestigious honor recognizing his exceptional leadership, vision, and service to public education.
Superintendent McCauley was selected by his peers across District 5 for his outstanding commitment to students, staff, and the Bartlesville community. This recognition highlights his ability to lead with purpose, inspire innovation, and foster a culture where both students and educators thrive.
They have also named LaDonna Chancellor, Executive Director of Teaching & Learning, as District 5 Assistant Superintendent/Central Office Administrator of the Year.
McCauley and Chancellor will be recognized during the 2026 CCOSA Summer Leadership Conference on May 28th. This honor places McCauley in consideration for the 2026 Oklahoma Superintendent of the Year.
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