This is to the memory of Danroy Henry
DJ Day is a day to celebrate the life and legacy of Danroy Henry, Jr. DJ was born on October 29, 1989. He graduated from Oliver Ames in the spring of 2007. After OA, he attended Pace University where he was a dedicated student and athlete. On October 17, 2010 his life was tragically cut short. He was a selfless individual who had a smile that would light up the room.
DJ Day at OA is a day to recognize the impact DJ had on our school and the community of Easton and to give students an understanding of what happened in 2010. Our goal is to promote acts of kindness, service, and love. While COVID has limited our ability to do some of those things as a group, we are hopeful that this day honors his legacy through respectful dialog that inspires students to serve their neighbors in DJ's memory.
If at any time during the day you would like to speak to someone, we've established breakout rooms with professionals. See below for more information. These sessions have since expired, but you can email the OA Counselors if you'd like to talk or be matched with the right person.
OA Counselors who were available for open Google Meet group sessions
OA Counselors available for individual Google Meet sessions
Use the following form to be placed in an individual meeting:
This form has expired, but you may email the counselors directly.
Outside Counselors who were available for open Google Meet group sessions
Lauren DeSousa - She/Her/Hers - MSW Intern
Lauren DeSousa is a Social Work intern at Oliver Ames and a student at Bridgewater State University, currently in her final year of the Master of Social Work program. Prior to joining the OA team, Lauren worked with high school students in the Boston Public School System and provided social-emotional support to rising high school students through BSU's Bridge Program. Lauren's current role at OA is focused around supporting and implementing social justice initiatives within the school, as well as supporting the work of RMK, the OA Peer Leaders and the multicultural club.
Phanide Simon-Ulysse, LICSW
Phanide Simon-Ulysse, is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker—also an Easton resident—bilingual in English and French Creole. Ms. Simon-Ulysse is currently a Youth Provider Quality Manager with Beacon Health Options/MBHP—and oversee Children Behavioral Health Initiative (CBHI) agencies in the Metro/Boston region. Ms. Simon-Ulysse has been in the social work field for over 15 years and has experience in private practice as well experience working with state and nonprofit agencies.
Dr. Nathalie Alexis
Dr. Nathalie Alexis is from Boston, MA and just graduated with her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from William James College with a concentration in Children and Families of Adversity and Resilience and Global Mental Health. She was also a scholar and mentor in the Black Mental Health Graduate Academy, which works to diversify the mental health workforce. She has worked with children and adolescents with a variety of struggles including, anxiety, depression, and trauma and is passionate about providing culturally responsive care to the BIPOC population. In her free time, she enjoys going to the beach, watching TikToks, and spending time with her friends and family.
Richard Booth, PhD, LMHC
Dr. Richard Booth is a clinician in private practice, and at Brown University. Dr. Booth has earned his Doctorate in School and Counseling Psychology. He presently serves on the executive board of the Village Green Charter School and is also a core member of The Wellness Collaborative. Dr. Booth conducts workshops, trainings, and focused programming to a variety of institutions (private and public), state social services organizations and universities. He also serves as a consultant with educational leaders, faculty and staff for strengthening learning environments, supports, and student academic success.
Shanteria Crawford, Therapeutic Mentor
Shanteria Crawford is a Senior Social Work Student and Racial Justice fellow at Bridgewater State University. Shanteria is currently the chair of Raising Multicultural Kids Youth Forum, where her main goal is addressing the needs of the youth community in an intercommunal space through community action and racial justice. Shanteria is also an intern at School on Wheels of Massachusetts, an organization that supports students impacted by homelessness.
Looking for more ways to get involved?
The Youth Forum is a space to celebrate and uplift local youth voices by engaging in dialogue that expands our understanding and appreciation of multiculturalism and social justice while building relationships in our schools and communities. We are committed to creating an accepting, warm, and welcoming environment for all young voices while also aiming to challenge our preconceptions of multiculturalism.
For more information here is a link to their website.
Raising Multicultural Kids is an educational based non-profit organization located in Easton, MA dedicated to increasing racial and cultural competency in predominantly white communities through deep engagement with schools, educational experts, and local citizens.
For more information here is a link to their website.
Who is on My Team?
Our Oliver Ames school community is committed to creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment built around respect for one another.
In a world of constant change it is important for you and your family to know that we desire everyone to be supported in their growth as a learner and an individual. We desire a community free from hate and intolerance. If you have the need to reach out to an adult in our community to help you with an issue, we want to make you aware of who is available.
For more information here is a link to these resources.