I'm excited to introduce myself as the Director of TOC. As we approach the 2024-2025 school year, I look forward to embarking on this journey with our unique and diverse community of learners.

My path in education began unconventionally, as a lunchroom monitor in 2007. Since then, I've worn many hats - teacher, coach, instructional coach, assistant principal, associate principal, director of student services for a K-12 campus, and principal. These varied experiences have given me a deep appreciation for different learning styles and the importance of individualized support.

I've also been privileged to serve on district and city-level committees, including the District CERT team and District Improvement Team. These roles have reinforced my belief in the power of community collaboration and innovative approaches to education.

At TOC, we recognize that every student's path is different. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where each learner can explore their interests, achieve academic growth, and develop personally in ways that work best for them. We're committed to flexible learning strategies, personalized attention, and fostering a sense of belonging for all our students.

Together, we'll work to make these crucial years a time of self-discovery, skill-building, and preparation for whatever future our students envision for themselves. I'm eager to bring my experience and passion for inclusive education to our school community.

I look forward to meeting each of you and learning how we can best support your educational journey.

D. Ogundare

Director of TOC

Director of At-Risk Programs and PEIMS