Wilmington City Council’s first, and so far only, Director of the Office of Educational Advocacy is moving on.
City Council created the office in 2025 to serve as a “permanent connector between families, students, schools, and legislative bodies,” to “amplify community voices, bridge communication gaps, and develop long term strategies to tackle academic inequities.” Dr. LaRetha Odumosu was brought on as its inaugural director.
Thursday, Council announced Odumosu would depart the city to join the administration of Governor Matt Meyer as Senior Policy Advisor.
“I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. O to our team as Senior Policy Advisor for Education,” Meyer said. “She knows that if a child can’t read, they can’t succeed. That’s why she has dedicated her career to opening doors for students and families, and I know she will bring that same passion and urgency to this role, working to ensure every Delawarean has the resources and support they need to prepare for the jobs of the 21st century.”
“It has been an honor to serve the City of Wilmington and help launch the Office of Educational Advocacy during such an important time,” Odumosu said in a statement. “I am deeply grateful to President Trippi Congo and the members of Wilmington City Council for the opportunity as we worked to establish the office’s credibility and build a strong foundation for the future. It has truly been a privilege to contribute to this work and to the future of Wilmington’s students, families and communities. I am proud of what we have begun and excited for what lies ahead for the Office of Educational Advocacy and the City of Wilmington.”…