09/18/2026
Sean Rose Appointed as Chief of Access, Opportunity and Equity for Worcester Public Schools
Congratulations to Mr. Rose, who has deep roots in the city, which includes years of public service and volunteer work.
The Chief of Access, Opportunity, and Equity will hold a Cabinet-level position that will focus on sustaining a district-wide culture of equity and narrowing opportunity gaps to support student achievement.
Rose brings more than two decades of leadership experience across education, human services, youth development, municipal government, trauma-informed care, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. He currently serves as President and CEO of Thrive Support and Advocacy, an organization supporting youth with developmental disabilities and their families.
“Sean brings leadership, community experience and a deep commitment to Worcester,” said Brian E. Allen, Superintendent of Worcester Public Schools. “He understands that equity means ensuring every student is seen, supported, and given the opportunity to thrive. His experience working with young people, families, educators and community organizations will be an important asset to our schools.”
“I am deeply honored to serve the Worcester Public Schools and the city I love,” said Rose. “Every student deserves to know that they belong, that their voice matters and that their future is full of possibility.”
The Chief of Access, Opportunity and Equity will lead systemic efforts to narrow opportunity and achievement gaps, eliminate racial disproportionality across student demographics, and direct targeted diversity and outreach initiatives.
The role will also have oversight over family and community engagement, student enrollment, recruitment initiatives including the Grow Your Own student-to-teacher pipeline program, and cross-departmental oversight to ensure the implementation of culturally responsive practices across all academic areas, and oversight over equity and discrimination compliance matters, among other areas of focus.
The Chief of Equity, Access, and Opportunity position is funded in the FY27 district budget through the vacancy of an administrative position.
