Dr. John Ramos, Sr.

 

Bio

Meet Dr. John Ramos, Sr., an education trailblazer whose career spans the globe, from high school principalships in Providence, RI, and Norwalk, CT, to international consulting in South Africa and Qatar—including roles as a state deputy commissioner and Bridgeport Superintendent of Schools. Driven by a passion for transformative leadership and education, he founded the Equity and Excellence Imperative (EEI) in 2012. 

Since its inception, EEI has left an indelible mark on various fronts. Dr. Ramos has lent his expertise as Superintendent for Groton, CT (Interim), Watertown, CT (Interim), and South Orange, NJ, in addition to being the CEO/Principal of the Middle East International School in Doha, Qatar. EEI has also played a pivotal role in fostering diversity through consultation and workshops in Regions 1, 14, 15, Somers, and Watertown, CT, with Dr. Ramos often featured as a convocation speaker. 

Collaborating with Partners for Educational Leadership, EEI has been instrumental as a Leadership and Instructional Coach, local Boards of Education facilitator, and Capacity and Coherence facilitator. In Washington, DC, the Alliance for Educational Excellence has benefited from Dr. Ramos’ role as a Student Voice researcher and program developer. Newark, NJ, witnessed instructional improvement initiatives through EEI's collaboration with the National Urban Alliance in Stamford, CT. 

The impact extends to Superintendent searches conducted in partnership with Ray and Associates and the CT Association of Boards of Education. Dr. Ramos remains steadfast in his mission, acknowledging the ongoing challenges in education, stating, "For as much as we have done to improve educational quality and outcomes in the U.S., our challenges remain formidable... let alone a larger vision to deliver quality education to children and young adults throughout the world. We have much to do!"  

Join us in the pursuit of educational excellence at EEI.  

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Professional Accolades

  • Diversity Award for Lifetime Achievement

    Issued by University of Rhode Island

  • Ethics in Action Award

    Issued by Connecticut School of Ethical Education

  • Living Waters Award

    Issued by the Connecticut Conference United Church of Christ

  • Benjamin L. Hooks Community Leadership Award

    Issued by the Connecticut State NAACP