Jennifer serves as our primary leader for educational and curriculum matters. She represents Bright Mind to all communities, notably Latino/a communities. Having taught special education full-time since 2006, Jennifer is currently the Head of Special Education at a large high school in Montgomery County (greater Washington DC area), overseeing 200 individuals.

Jennifer’s roles include a summer school assistant principal at Arlington Public Schools, managing the High School Summer School program. She also served as an Inter-Assistant Principal at Washington-Lee High School from 2012-2013 and held other roles within Arlington Public Schools, including an Intern Assistant Principal, LEA Representative, Aspiring Leaders group member, and Cultural Competency Facilitator.

Jennifer is a licensed teacher in multiple areas, including Administration and Supervision Pre-K – 12, Early Childhood Special Education, Early/Primary Education Pre-K – 3, and Specific Learning Disabilities K – 12. She currently teaches high school special education in Montgomery County, Maryland. Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Family Studies, a Master’s degree in General and Special Education Children’s Birth-2nd Grade from Syracuse University, and a Master’s degree in Education Leadership from George Mason University, along with various certifications and awards.

Adjei Kwesi Boateng, Literacy Director of Bright Mind, is a passionate advocate for literacy and education. During his tenure for an MS degree in Publishing at Pace University, he served as a Graduate Assistant at Pace University Press, where he played a pivotal role in the publication of numerous academic journals and books. His collaborative efforts extended to working closely with professors from universities across the United States. Beyond his important contributions to education and publishing, Adjei is a published novelist under the pen name J.K. Knowlife.

He is best known as the founder of Reader Publishing, Ghana. With a deep-rooted commitment to making a difference in the lives of underprivileged children, Adjei established ReaderCares, a non-governmental organization in Ghana, in 2015.

“Empowering young minds through the magic of books is my lifelong mission, because in my journey, the joy of reading ignited a transformative spark within me.”
– Adjei Kwesi Boateng

Dr. Jack R. Garrow is a seasoned educational professional with a distinguished background in both teaching and administration. A proud alumnus of Pitt, Dr. Garrow holds a Ph.D. in Education. His teaching journey has spanned elementary, secondary, and post-secondary education settings, but it is his extensive experience in Educational Administration that truly sets him apart.

Dr. Garrow has held prominent roles such as the Director of Teacher Evaluation, where he pioneered initiatives to harness assessment data to refine instructional practices, training over 5,000 educators and administrators in more than 120 schools. His prior roles also include serving as the Coordinator of Student Information Management in Pittsburgh Public School, where he played a pivotal role in shaping the district’s strategic plans, assessment systems, and stakeholder training initiatives.

Currently, as a consultant, Dr. Garrow’s expertise is sought after for topics like Data Literacy, Assessment, and Evaluation. His recent endeavors include designing an assessment course at High Point University in NC and offering insights on assessment issues at Guilford County Schools. Apart from his professional roles, Dr. Garrow is committed to community service and has been recognized for his contributions, notably receiving the Margaret McNamara Award for Commitment to Children and Reading.

With a career anchored in the interplay of education and research, Dr. Garrow is passionate about bringing meaningful change and ensuring the success of educational efforts. His rich background of experiences, combined with his technical acumen and dedication, makes him an invaluable part of the Bright Mind Team, notably as we grow our educational and curricular work.