04/30/2025
We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Andrae Townsel—Superintendent of Calvert County Public Schools and President-Elect of NABSE—as the keynote speaker for the 2025 SOE Honors and Awards Ceremony ! A proud triple Bison, Dr. Townsel’s visionary leadership and commitment to student success inspire us all.
Speaker Bio:
Dr. Andrae Townsel is a nationally recognized educational leader, passionate advocate for student achievement, and proud product of public schools who currently serves as Superintendent of Calvert County Public Schools in Maryland.
Recently elected President-Elect of the National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE), Dr. Townsel is leading efforts to uplift and transform the Black educational experience nationwide.
A Detroit native and former student-athlete, his journey from the classroom to district leadership reflects a deep-rooted belief in the transformative power of education. A triple graduate of Howard University (B.S. ’07, M.Ed. ’09, Ed.D. ’15), he was also part of the first cohort of the Urban Superintendent Academy through the AASA and HUSOE partnership.
Known for building inclusive communities, developing future leaders, and championing culturally responsive practices, Dr. Townsel turns challenges into opportunities while always centering students. His story is a testament to what’s possible when preparation meets purpose.
As a proud HBCU advocate and mentor, he returns to Howard University to speak to the next generation of educators with a powerful charge: SET THE BAR. MEET THE BAR. EXCEED THE BAR. RAISE THE BAR!
2025 SOE Honors and Awards Ceremony Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 10:00 AM
Howard University School of Education is located in Washington, DC.
