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Dr. Monroe, a native of Hartford, grew up in the Blue Hills area, making him no stranger to the neighborhood Jumoke is a part of. Monroe returned to Connecticut in 1999 from Virginia where he went to college and started his teaching and administrative career. Since his return, Monroe has earned his Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Central Connecticut State University, and also holds a Bachelors degree in Middle and Secondary Education from Hampton University, and a Masters degree in Urban Education and Personnel administration from Norfolk State University in Virginia. Monroe is set to guide the schools along the path to excellence that they have so clearly taken in the past.
Danielle Harrison-Ramiz, more commonly known as Danni Ramiz, is the principal of Thelma Ellis Dickerson’s Jumoke Academy Elementary School (TED). She arrived at TED with rural, urban, and suburban experiences, spanning early childhood through secondary education. A 2017 Teach For America Greater Delta Alum, Mrs. Ramiz is a champion for educational equity and excellence. She is a member of The National Society of Leadership and Success and a candidate for the National Board Teacher Certification. Principal Ramiz has earned the following degrees: Associates in Human Services, Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology, Masters of Education in Special Education, and Education Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership and Supervision, and has initiated her Educational Doctorate. She is a certified administrator in Mississippi and Connecticut, and self identifies as a “forever teacher.”
Principal Ramiz has worked in education since 2009 and assumed her first leadership role in 2015. Her educational experience encompasses teaching, resource creation, leading, mentoring, coaching, facilitation, event planning and hosting, innovation and supervision. She has a passion for data, mathematics, personal and academic growth, and overall excellence. She is a leader in her church, a proud wife and mother, a poet and songwriter, and is fueled by collaboration, impact, and love. Mrs. Ramiz has described her role as TED’s Principal as one that “hits close to home” as she strives to exceed the expectations of the community while leading a school in which she’ll one day proudly enroll her own children.
TaLoria M. Wilson is an accomplished educational leader, public speaker, and
conference presenter with more than 20 years of experience in public education. A
native of Waterbury, Connecticut, Ms. Wilson currently serves as the Principal of
Jumoke Academy at the Hartford Conservatory, where she is dedicated to advancing
academic excellence through arts-integrated learning while fostering creativity, equity,
and high levels of student achievement.
Ms. Wilson began her career in education as a classroom teacher and spent 13 years
teaching third, fifth, and sixth grades in Bristol Public Schools. During this time, she
developed a strong foundation in literacy instruction, curriculum development, and
student-centered teaching practices that promoted both academic and social-emotional
growth.
Her passion for educational leadership led her to serve in various leadership roles within
Hartford Public Schools, including Assistant Principal, Acting Principal, and Principal. In
these roles, she led school improvement initiatives, strengthened instructional practices,
supported educator development, and worked collaboratively with families and
community stakeholders to improve student outcomes.
In addition to her leadership experience in Hartford, Ms. Wilson served as an
Instructional Coach in Windsor Public Schools, where she collaborated with teachers
and administrators to strengthen instructional practices, analyze student achievement
data, and implement evidence-based strategies to accelerate student learning. She also
served as Principal of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School of Excellence, in
Springfield, MA, where she led comprehensive school improvement initiatives focused
on academic achievement, instructional excellence, positive school culture, educator
development, and organizational growth.
In addition to her work as a school leader, Ms. Wilson is a respected public speaker and
conference presenter. She has facilitated professional learning sessions and presented
on topics including culturally responsive teaching, literacy instruction, educational
equity, social-emotional learning, leadership development, and creating inclusive
learning environments. She is passionate about empowering educators to reflect on
their practice and implement strategies that improve outcomes for all students.
Ms. Wilson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Legal Studies from Post University
and a Master of Science degree in Elementary Education from the University of
Bridgeport. She later earned her 092 Intermediate Administrator Certification and
Sixth-Year Degree in Educational Leadership from Sacred Heart University. She is
currently pursuing a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Social Emotional and Academic
Learning for Social Justice Leadership, also at Sacred Heart University.
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Ms. Wilson is a devoted mother whose son
is her greatest source of pride and inspiration. She enjoys traveling, serving her church
and local community, and creating meaningful memories with her son through shared
experiences and adventures. In her leisure time, she loves relaxing at the beach,
attending musicals, theatrical performances, and cultural festivals, and exploring new
destinations and diverse cultures. An avid reader, writer, and lifelong learner, Ms. Wilson
is passionate about personal growth, leadership development, and educational
research. She also cherishes the companionship of her beloved Yorkshire Terrier, Eli,
who brings joy, laughter, and warmth to her everyday life.
Grounded in a spirit of her faith in God, service, excellence, and lifelong learning, Ms.
Wilson remains dedicated to empowering students, supporting educators, and creating school communities where every child is inspired to learn, lead, and thrive.
Kashay Green has been a dedicated faculty member since 2012 and has served in various capacities during her tenure including teaching for seven years at Thelma Ellis Dickerson’s Elementary School, serving as middle school dean, and various school-based and district level committees impacting curriculum development and evaluation. A graduate of Central Connecticut State University (CCSU), she received her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education in May 2009 as well as her Master’s degree in Special Education in May 2013. Dean Green returned to CCSU in 2016 and has since completed her 6thyear degree in Educational Leadership in May 2018. She currently holds her 092 Administration Certification for the state of Connecticut.
Before joining the Jumoke family, Dean Green taught at a Middletown, CT public school for three years. Serving as a TEAM mentor and being a lead member of different teams and committees are just a few of the ways she continues to support Jumoke Academy’s mission to prepare scholars to successfully compete in the global marketplace despite any social and economic challenge.
Principal Green continues to lead by example as a lifelong learner who holds high expectations for all learners, herself, and those she works with. She believes it “takes a village to raise a child” therefore the collaboration of educators and maintaining a partnership with families are essential for student achievement.
When she finds spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family. Reading and cooking with her daughter as well as working out are few of her favorite things.
