District Administration

Dr. Teresa Wilkerson, assistant superintendent of human resources, has served Shawnee Public Schools since 2019. Her public education career spans 35 years, including 14 years as a classroom teacher before beginning her years of services as a building- and district-level administrator.

Dr. Wilkerson has a doctorate from the University of Oklahoma in educational administration, curriculum, and supervision. She also serves as an adjunct professor preparing future school administrators and educational leaders.

Dr. Wilkerson is a member of several professional educator organizations and has earned a number of awards, including an OASSP Service Award in 2015 and a Teacher of the Year school award in 1993.

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Allyson Cleveland, Director of Student Services

Allyson Cleveland has served Shawnee Public Schools since 2011. Before she became the director of academic services and federal programs, she taught English language arts at Shawnee Middle School and served as a curriculum coordinator for the district.

Ms. Cleveland has a bachelor's degree from Louisiana Christian University and a master's degree from East Central University. She has worked in public education for more than 20 years and is a National Board certified teacher.

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Jackie Noble, Director of Elementary Education

Jackie Noble, director of elementary education, has served Shawnee Public Schools for 29 years. She has experience as a classroom teacher and administrator, and she has worked in Oklahoma public schools for 31 years.

Ms. Noble earned her bachelor's degree in elementary education from Oklahoma Baptist University and her master's degree in educational administration from East Central University. She and her husband are both educators, and her children are Shawnee alumni.

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Michelle Wallace, Director of Counseling and Community Engagement

A Shawnee High School alum and longtime resident of Shawnee, Michelle Wallace serves as the counseling and community engagement coordinator for Shawnee Public Schools.

Ms. Wallace received her bachelor's in business administration degree in accounting from the University of Oklahoma. She completed her elementary education certification from the University of Central Oklahoma and her master's in school counseling from East Central University. She has served in education for 30 years, 26 years with Shawnee Public Schools.

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Tristan Wyatt, Director of Finance

Tristan Wyatt serves Shawnee Public Schools as the Director of Finance, bringing a strong background in accounting and business management to the district. A proud Shawnee alum, Mr. Wyatt completed a Bachelor's in Accounting from the University of Tulsa in 2019 and earned a Master of Business Administration from Cameron University in 2021. In 2024, Mr. Wyatt obtained a CPA certificate, licensed in both Oklahoma and Montana.

As a former collegiate football player, Mr. Wyatt is a dedicated advocate for Shawnee and its community, constantly striving to make a positive impact both professionally and personally. Mr. Wyatt is committed to ensuring the financial success and sustainability of Shawnee Public Schools, working diligently to support the district’s educational goals and mission.