The Mid-Del Board of Education is proud to announce the appointment of Ms. Stephanie Gragg as principal of Career Academy. For Ms. Gragg, this role represents a return home. She began her career in Mid-Del Public Schools as a teacher and instructional coach, later serving in school leadership in Shawnee Public Schools before returning to lead Career Academy. Her experience spans classroom teaching, instructional leadership, and administration, with a deep commitment to student growth and belonging. Ms. Gragg did not originally plan to go into education, but watching her mother teach at an alternative school changed her perspective and inspired her to pursue the profession. She considers it a privilege to have learned alongside students throughout her career and believes she became a better educator because of the students she has served. She is excited to help Career Academy students find their voice, build confidence, and grow as valued members of the Mid-Del community. Ms. Gragg earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Central Oklahoma and her Master of Education from the University of Oklahoma. Outside of school, she enjoys reading, online shopping, reality television, and maintaining a healthy respect for the restorative power of an early bedtime.

May 4, 2026

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The Mid-Del Board of Education is proud to announce the appointment of Ms. Stephanie Gragg as principal of the Career Academy.

For Ms. Gragg, this role represents a return home. She began her career in Mid-Del Public Schools as a teacher and instructional coach, later serving in school leadership in Shawnee Public Schools before returning to lead Career Academy. Her experience spans classroom teaching, instructional leadership, and administration, with a deep commitment to student growth and belonging.

Ms. Gragg did not originally plan to go into education, but watching her mother teach at an alternative school changed her perspective and inspired her to pursue the profession. She considers it a privilege to have learned alongside students throughout her career and believes she became a better educator because of the students she has served. She is excited to help Career Academy students find their voice, build confidence, and grow as valued members of the Mid-Del community.

Ms. Gragg earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Central Oklahoma and her Master of Education from the University of Oklahoma.