Kathleen Wilcoxson

Kathleen Wilcoxson
Member of the Oklahoma Senate
from the 45th district
In office
1996–2008
Preceded by Helen G. Cole
Succeeded by Steve Russell
Personal details
Born Lawton, Oklahoma
Political party Republican
Alma mater Oklahoma State University,
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Profession educator

Kathleen Wilcoxson is an American politician from Oklahoma. Wilcoxson represented Oklahoma State Senate District 45 from 1996 to 2008, serving the twelve years allowed under term limits.

Early life and career

Wilcoxson grew up in Owasso, Oklahoma. She graduated from Southwestern Oklahoma State University with a bachelor's degree in elementary education. She then attended Oklahoma State University where she earned both her master's degree in special education and doctorate degree in curriculum and instruction.[1] Wilcoxson began to teach in 1970. She was appointed by President Ronald Reagan to the National Advisory Council on Adult Basic Education in 1982 where she served four years. In 1990, Wilcoxson was selected as Oklahoma City Teacher of the Year. After her retirement from the Senate she returned to the classroom, teaching elementary school in the Western Heights School District.[2]

Oklahoma Senate

During her time in the legislature, Wilcoxson served as Co-Chair of the Education Committee. She is a strong proponent of Oklahoma implementing a voucher program for students.[3]

Senate Committees

Other Involvements

Aside from her career in education and time as a public representative, Wilcoxson was involved in numerous organizations, including:

References

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