“Onome’s leadership and mentorship were invaluable as I began my leadership journey. She is someone who always leads by example and is a thoughtful, supportive and collaborative leader. I deeply appreciated how she took time to get to know me personally and professionally in order to support and encourage my growth and development as a leader.”

“Onome was truly a model leader. I worked with her as an early career teacher and she helped to grow my instructional and leadership capacity. I utilize much of what she taught me in my work today. I am forever grateful for the work she did with me.”

“Onome will always stand out in my mind as an inspiring leader. Her unwavering dedication and fearless approach to tackling challenges made her a role model for everyone. Her honesty and transparency created a culture of trust and openness, allowing students and staff to feel supported and valued. Her leadership style inspired those around her to strive for excellence and never give up, even in the face of adversity. She is compassionate, thoughtful, and allows for the opportunity to have difficult conversations that encourage growth. What a blessing that our paths crossed at the beginning of my teaching journey!”

“Working with Onome, I felt empowered and valued, as she motivated me to reach my full potential while holding me accountable for my actions. Onome’s style of leadership is influential. She commands attention and her knack for aligning everyone on her team toward a common goal is impressive.”

“Onome is a thoughtful listener, strategic problem solver and warm demander.”