The Wright Community School Founding Board
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Dr. Antonio Vance
Interim Chair
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Dr. M. Antonio Vance, Ed.D., is the Chief Schools Officer at Skyrocket Education, a role he has held since June 2020. He holds a Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership and Organizational Management and a Master of Science in Education from the University of Pennsylvania, along with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
With over a decade of experience in educational leadership, Dr. Vance has previously served as Executive Director of Great Oaks Charter Schools and as a school leader at Mastery Charter Schools. His career is marked by his commitment to enhancing educational outcomes, fostering student-centered cultures, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. At Skyrocket Education, he drives the accelerated growth of school leaders through rigorous coaching and the implementation of data-driven instructional systems. Dr. Vance has a strong background in school operations, board governance, leadership, and non-profits, and has assisted in the opening of several schools across the United States.
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Okevia Carter
Board Member
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Okevia Carter is a dedicated educational leader currently serving as the Executive Director of the Henry County School of Scholars. With a Bachelor of Science in Human Development & Family Sciences from Florida State University, a Master of Science in Counseling & Psychology from Troy University, and a Specialist in Educational Leadership from the University of West Florida, she is also pursuing her Doctorate in Educational Leadership at Kennesaw State University.
Okevia brings a wealth of experience in educational leadership, having served in various roles including Executive Director at SESI Schools/Camelot Academy and Guidance Counselor at Booker T. Washington High School. Her competencies encompass curriculum and instruction, culturally responsive pedagogy, classroom management, and project management. She is recognized for her commitment to student success and has been awarded the 2016 Inweekly Rising Star and the "Spirit of Delta Award" from the Pensacola Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Okevia is certified as a school counselor in both Florida and Georgia and is proficient in educational technologies, ensuring the effective implementation of innovative practices to foster student growth and achievement.
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Mario Stephens
Board Member
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Mario Stephens, a graduate of Clayton County Public Schools and community leader in Decatur, GA, is deeply committed to fostering student development and community support. With experience as both an educator and senior pastor, Mario prioritizes nurturing critical thinking skills and engaging with social issues at a deeper level, and understands key obligations of nonprofit governance and management. He is dedicated to equipping students with the tools to think critically, embrace diverse perspectives, and actively participate in their communities. Mario's blend of a teacher's insight and a pastor's compassion ensures that the envisioned school becomes a nurturing environment where students excel academically and grow into compassionate leaders.Mario’s deep roots in Clayton County as a graduate of Clayton County Public Schools and commitment to community outreach add valuable perspective to the board's efforts to serve the diverse population effectively.