Dr. Octavia Reid is the Founder/CEO of Cornerstone Early Childhood Academy, a pioneering K–3 school designed to foster academic excellence, resilience, and joy through a dynamic blend of play-based pedagogy, intentional early literacy strategies, social-emotional learning (SEL), and trauma-informed care. At Cornerstone, learning is both rigorous and developmentally appropriate, honoring the natural curiosity of young children while building the foundational skills they need for lifelong success. Dr. Reid is a seasoned and visionary school administrator whose leadership has transformed multiple schools from struggling academic environments into thriving, high-performing institutions. With over two decades in education, Dr. Reid has served as Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum Coordinator, and Principal, leading systemic changes across multiple schools and districts. She has earned recognition for consistently exceeding value-added growth metrics on State of Ohio report cards and for advancing schools across multiple accountability designations. She is especially proud of her work designing and leading professional development on equity and inclusion, where she challenged educators to confront bias and create affirming, inclusive classrooms.Dr. Reid holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership, Management and Policy from Seton Hall University, NJ.