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John Cox

RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Superintendent of Peggs school district

John Cox is a Republican candidate for Oklahoma Superintendent of Public Instruction in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

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Cox has served as superintendent of Peggs School District in Cherokee County.[1] An educator for 28 years and School Superintendent for 20 years, Cox also has served as adjunct professor of education at Northeastern State University.[2]

Education

Doctorate (ED.D) in educational administration, Oklahoma State University

Educational Specialist (ED.S), Oklahoma State University

Master's Degree in counseling, Northeastern State University

Bachelor's Degree in mathematics education, Northeastern State University

Ph.D:
Oklahoma State University
Graduate:
Northeastern State University
Bachelor's:
Northeastern State University

Campaign themes

John Cox did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2026 Candidate Connection survey.

John Cox did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2022 Candidate Connection survey.

On the 2026 ballot

Oklahoma Superintendent of Public InstructionPrimary

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.

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