Kebi Allen, TCT Practical Nursing Instructor, Named Postsecondary Professional of the Year
The Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) has recognized Kebi Allen, Practical Nursing Instructor at Tri County Tech in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, as the 2025 Postsecondary Professional of the Year. This prestigious award honors outstanding Career and Technical Education (CTE) educators who have demonstrated exceptional innovation in their classrooms, a deep commitment to their students, and a strong dedication to advancing CTE in their schools and communities.
“I am honored and humbled to receive the Region IV Postsecondary Professional of the Year award from ACTE. Each day, I am grateful for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of my students. Supporting their growth into confident, compassionate healthcare professionals is the most rewarding aspect of my work. It is a true privilege to contribute to their journey and help shape the future of healthcare through nursing education.”
Kebi Allen, Tri County Tech Practical Nursing Instructor
Kebi Allen has been a Registered Nurse for 13 years. She has served in nursing education for the last 11 years. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing, with an emphasis on Nursing Education and advanced certification as a Certified Nurse Educator through the National League for Nursing.
As an educator in career and technical education (CTE), Kebi has significantly contributed to the nursing profession through her innovative teaching methodologies, commitment to student success, and leadership in curriculum development. Her goal is to equip her students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to pursue a career in nursing and positively impact the lives of future patients.
“Kebi Allen’s recognition as the ACTE Region IV Postsecondary Professional of the Year is a testament to her incredible impact she has made on our students, fellow educators, community, and the nursing profession. Her creativity, compassion, and unwavering dedication are at the heart of what makes Tri County Tech truly exceptional. We are incredibly proud to celebrate her well-deserved recognition.”
Dr. Tammie Strobel, Tri County Tech Superintendent & CEO
Tri County Tech is driven by a vision to inspire success through life-changing learning experiences and a mission to provide superior training. TCT educators are guided by the core values—Authentic, Fiery, Honor, Principled, and Excellent—which drive their commitment to student success across Washington, Osage, and Nowata counties. These values are the foundation of how the organization serves and supports its community.
Find out more about Tri County Tech visit TriCountyTech.edu
About Oklahoma CareerTech
Oklahoma CareerTech is often used as a model for programs across the United States and around the world. The Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education provides leadership and resources and assures standards of excellence for a comprehensive statewide career and technology education system. The system offers programs and services in 29 technology center districts operating on 60 campuses, 391 PK-12 school districts, 17 Skills Centers campuses, including three juvenile facilities, and 32 Adult Education and Family Literacy service providers.