Oumou Hani Diallo is a Teaching Fellow at Bold Charter School. Originally from Togo, West Africa, Ms. Diallo immigrated to the United States at 15 and attended ELLIS Preparatory Academy, where she learned English, became valedictorian, and discovered a passion for education. Her journey taught her the power of perseverance, community, and the transformative impact of learning. Now, as a kindergarten teacher, she is committed to helping every child—especially immigrant and multilingual learners—gain the confidence and support they need to succeed.