ENID, OK - Following a vote on Monday evening, the Chisholm Public Schools Board of Education is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Mylo J. Miller as the district's new Superintendent of Schools, effective July 1, 2026. A distinguished educator with over two decades of experience in school leadership and academic excellence, Dr. Miller brings a proven track record of student success and community engagement to the district.
Dr. Miller currently serves as the Superintendent for South Barber USD 255 in Kiowa, Kansas. His diverse background spans every level of the educational spectrum, from early childhood development to higher education, where he has served as a Professor of Practice at the University of Oklahoma.
Dr. Miller's career is defined by high standards. During his tenure at Harding Charter Preparatory High School, the institution earned a #1 ranking in Oklahoma from the Washington Post and U.S. News and World Report for seven consecutive years. He also played a pivotal role in Harding earning the prestigious National Blue Ribbon School award in 2013.
His academic credentials include:
• Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Oklahoma (4.0 GPA).
• Master of Science from East Central University (4.0 GPA).
• Bachelor of Arts from Oklahoma Baptist University, where he was a four-time NAIA AIl-American in Track & Field.
A prolific grant writer and fundraiser, Dr. Miller has secured millions of dollars in funding for STEM projects, science wing renovations, technological upgrades, and mental health initiatives. His leadership has been recognized at the state level, including an appointment by the Governor to the Office of Educational Quality and Accountability as well as receiving the Oklahoma Gazette's "Forty Under Forty" award.
"Dr. Miller has a reputation for exceptional outcomes in both urban and rural districts. His elite results in academic and athletic fields fit well with the traditions and expectations of excellence we have here at Chisholm," said Dr.
Dustin Baylor, Chisholm School Board President. "We are very excited about the future of our district with Dr. Miller as our new superintendent."
Dr. Miller will be moving to the district with his family at the end of the school year. He will be joined by his wife, Heather Miller, and their two daughters, Livia
(10) and Remi (7). The Millers are eager to become active members of the Chisholm community. "I am honored to join the Chisholm family," said Dr. Miller. "My goal is to build upon the district's strong foundation, ensuring every student has the resources and support to achieve their full potential. Heather, Livia, Remi, and I look forward to meeting the families and educators who make this district so special."
