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Muskogee Today
By the People, for the People
Olivia Beaver Pages for Oklahoma State Rep. Fetgatter
High school junior gains firsthand experience in state government
Published on Feb. 27, 2026
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Olivia Beaver, a junior at Preston High School, recently served as a page for Oklahoma State Representative Scott Fetgatter, R-Okmulgee, at the State Capitol from February 23-26. As a House page, Beaver ran messages to legislators, attended committee meetings, and participated in a mock legislative session to learn about the legislative process.
Why it matters
The page program provides high school students with valuable hands-on experience in state government, allowing them to observe the legislative process and gain insight into the role of elected officials. This opportunity can inspire young people to become more civically engaged and potentially pursue careers in public service.
The details
During her time as a page, Beaver ran messages to legislators while they were debating policy and voting on measures in the House chamber. She also attended committee meetings and helped in the lawmakers' Capitol offices. Additionally, Beaver participated in a mock legislative session, where she learned about writing and presenting legislation.
- Olivia Beaver paged for Rep. Scott Fetgatter from February 23-26, 2026.
The players
Olivia Beaver
A junior at Preston High School who served as a page for Oklahoma State Representative Scott Fetgatter. Beaver is the vice president of her class, a member of the National Honor Society, and is taking concurrent enrollment classes at the College of the Muscogee Nation. She has also held several leadership positions, including being named the 2026 Junior Miss Indian Oklahoma, the 2024-25 Junior Miss Muscogee (Creek) Nation, and the Muscogee Nation 2025 Youth Council Member of the Year.
Rep. Scott Fetgatter
A Republican member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives, representing District 16 which includes parts of Muskogee, Okmulgee, and Tulsa counties.
What they’re saying
“It was a great pleasure to have Olivia page at the House of Representatives this week. She already has many honors and accolades, and I'm glad to help her add some first-hand knowledge of the Legislature and state government. I know she'll do very well in her future endeavors.”
— Rep. Scott Fetgatter, Oklahoma State Representative (henryettafree-lance.com)
What’s next
After completing her page duties, Olivia Beaver plans to finish high school with both a diploma and a degree and certificate in the Muscogee language from the College of the Muscogee Nation. She then intends to attend Dartmouth College to study tribal law.
The takeaway
The legislative page program provides valuable civic education and hands-on experience for high school students, inspiring them to become more engaged in the political process and potentially pursue careers in public service. Olivia Beaver's participation in the program is an example of how these opportunities can help shape the next generation of leaders.
