BOOKER T. WASHINGTON FOUNDATION FUNDRAISER HELD

BY BRANDI MOORE

On April 4, 2024, more than 350 guests gathered at the Greenwood Cultural Center for the Booker T. Washington High School

Distinguished Hall of Fame Foundation’s fundraiser and induction ceremony. The evening was extraordinary, supporting senior college scholarships for BTW students and honoring outstanding graduates. The keynote speaker was Dr. Fred Wright (class of 1968).

Former students and professors excelling in their fields were recognized, including Hall of Fame inductees Libby Billings (class of 1999), Barbara Coleman (class of 1964), Captola Dunn (class of 1949), Wendell Franklin (class of 1992), Tyler D. Lockett (class of 2011), Dr. Anthony Marshall (class of 1975), Ed McQuarters (class of 1961), Paulette Parker (AKA “Maxayn Lewis”) (class of 1965), Rev. M. C. Potter (class of 1963), and St. Rep. John Waldron (former BTW teacher).

These individuals have made significant contributions to the community and were celebrated for their achievements and commitment to excellence.

Established in 1996 by Otis Autry and later formalized as a 501c3 by Dr. La Verne Ford Wimberly, the foundation’s mission is to honor successful seniors, alumni, faculty, and administration.

For more information about the Foundation, contact tulsa.btw.hof@gmail.com or visit www.tulsabtwdhof.org.

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Board President Janice Bayouth and Ruby Freeman Photo courtesy of Cory Young

Captola Dunn Photo courtesy of Cory Young

Honorees: (Back row left to right) Tulsa Police Chief Wendell Franklin, State Representative John Waldron, Dr. Fred Wright, Tyler Lockett, Ed Roy (brother of Ed McQuarters), Ron Coleman Sr. (husband of Barbara Coleman), Libby Billings, Paulette Parker (aka Maxayn Lewis). (Front row left to right) Reverend M.C. Potter, Captola Spinner Dunn and Dr. Anthony Marshall. Photo courtesy of Cory Young