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Testimonials
Kids first, always.
Educator extraordinaire.
Equity warrior.
Wonderful human being.
Jon Sills
Former Superintendent
and METCO Inc. Board Member
Claire is a visionary, a coalition-builder, and an experienced executive grounded in data-informed practice, systems transformation, stakeholder collaboration. Her leadership is rooted in deep care for the students and families we serve.
Julia Mejia
Boston City Councilor At Large
Whether supporting school leaders, partnering with community members, or responding to student voice, Claire excels in bringing people together across lines of difference and building and sustaining systems. Her work is not only values-based but results-oriented, leading to lasting structural change—from codifying restorative practices to implementing anti-racist policies. ​
Linus J. Guillory, PhD
Superintendent
Claire is a thoughtful leader with excellent judgment and impeccable integrity. She has deep and broad relationships with staff, families, and community members, and is a natural and highly skilled bridge-builder.
Becky Shuster
Home Ground Consulting, LLC
Mrs. Galloway-Jones ' vast experience as a teacher, instructional coach, and specialist has uniquely positioned her to support principals and teachers in refining their practice to best serve students.
Victoria L. Greer, PhD
Former Superintendent
Claire is a team builder. She is a solid, transparent communicator who inspires trust. Her goal has always been to strengthen the cultural proficiency and racial literacy skills of all educators and staff.
Manuel J Fernandez
Assistant Superintendent/Chief Equity Officer
Cambridge Public Schools
and President
Association of Massachusetts School Equity Leaders (AMSEL)
Claire possesses both the vision to imagine better systems and the practical skills to implement meaningful changes. Her commitment to social justice isn't simply professional—it's a core value that guides her actions and decisions.
Pamela D. Everhart
SVP, Regional Public Affairs, Inclusion, and Impact
Fidelity Investments
Claire Jones gave me the tools to approach strategic planning with a deep understanding of race and belonging, empowering me to be a leader that foster diverse, high-performing teams that thrive in today's complex educational environment.
Akil Modesir
METCO Director
Claire Galloway-Jones leads with boldness and softness, with clarity and deep compassion. She doesn’t flinch in the face of injustice—she organizes, she educates, and she transforms. When Claire leads, whole communities rise.
Craig Aarons-Martin
CCM Education Group
Claire Galloway-Jones' serves as an exceptional mentor and role model. Her integrity, professionalism, genuine care for others, and unwavering commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) have left a profound impression on me.
Carla Hands
METCO Director
In this fraught moment for DEI-focused initiatives, Claire stands out as a strategic leader grounded in outcomes, not just rhetoric. She is a one-of-a-kind leader: energizing, insightful, courageous, and attentive to people's lived experiences. She is uniquely positioned to consult, coach, and transform learning organizations committed to educational equity.
Lee Teitel
Lecturer and Director, Reimagining Integration: The Diverse and Equitable Schools Project (retired)
Claire Jones is a dynamic connector who brings people together around shared goals and creates the conditions for sustainable, cross-sector impact. Her ability to navigate diverse spaces and cultivate trust allows her to bridge gaps between schools, nonprofits, and public agencies, ensuring that community voices are heard and collective efforts are aligned. She is an invaluable asset to any collaborative effort.
Margaret Credle Thomas
Executive Director, Excellence, Access, and Opportunity
Former METCO Director
Claire possesses a profound understanding of the systemic barriers that many students and families face. She approaches her work with authentic passion, the vision to imagine better systems, and the practical skills to implement meaningful change. I have witnessed firsthand how Claire's leadership has positively transformed both organizations and individual lives.
Angela F. Allen, PhD
Head of School/CEO
As a team player, Claire approaches each challenge through a collaborative and creative spirit, always grounded in values and research. She is at the top of my speed dial when it comes to asking for advice and honest feedback.
Adina Schecter
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Coach
Claire is not only a brilliant thinker, but also a compassionate bridge builder. She listens deeply, acts decisively, and inspires those around her to strive for excellence and justice. Her collaborative style fosters trust among stakeholders, while her bold vision ensures meaningful progress.
Shellee Mendes
Owner & Creator, Salon Monét
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