Governor Stitt Thanks Zach Archer and Sarah Lepak for his or her Service to the State, Names Two New Board Members

Today, Governor Kevin Stitt introduced that Zach Archer and Sarah Lepak can be stepping away from the positions on the State Board of Education.

“Zach and Sarah have been tireless advocates for the students of Oklahoma,” stated Gov. Stitt. “They remained professional and courteous as they navigated a tense political environment. I thank them for their service to the state and wish them the best as they return to private life.”

To fill the 2 vacated board seats, Governor Stitt named Brian Bobek and Wes Nofire to the State Board of Education.

Brian Bobek isn’t any stranger to the Oklahoma schooling house. He has served on the Oklahoma State Board of Education, Career & Technology Education Board of Oklahoma, and the Statewide Virtual Charter School Board for Oklahoma, utilizing his abilities to advocate on behalf of all Oklahoma college students, no matter their academic pathways. He presently serves because the director of the Governor’s Office of Faith Based and Community Initiatives. 

Wes Nofire beforehand served because the Governor’s Native American liaison. He is returning to the non-public sector and is raring to proceed to serve his state on the board. Before becoming a member of the Governor’s workplace, Nofire served on the Cherokee Nation Tribal Council. He is a retired skilled boxer and a father of three. 

“The State Department of Education is primed for a turnaround, and this board is ready to ensure students are receiving the highest caliber education from teachers who want to make Oklahoma top ten in everything we do,” stated Gov. Stitt. “This Board will continue to make transparency, accountability and excellence its top priority.”