United States Congress Honours Dr Adutwum As Champion of Education
In a historic and inspiring moment, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, the Founder and Former Chief Executive Officer of New Designs Charter Schools, has been officially recognized by the United States Congress for his exceptional service in the area of Education.
Dr Adutwum, Ghana’s former Education Minister was also lauded for his transformational contributions to education in South Los Angeles where he once headed.
Details:
Presenting the certificate of honour to the former but famous Ghanaian Minister, US Congresswoman, Sydney Kamlager-Dove commended Dr. Adutwum’s for his unwavering commitment to empowering underserved communities through high-quality education.
The honour on the highly intelligent Bosomtwe MP was conferred during the 2025 graduation ceremony of New Designs Charter School at the Los Angeles Trade-Technical College auditorium.
Background of the Ghanaian MP:
A proud son of Ghana, current Member of Parliament For Bosomtwe and former Minister for Education, Dr. Adutwum is one of the few Black immigrants to have established a successful charter school network in the United States.
His work has impacted thousands of lives through a college-preparatory curriculum designed to elevate academic performance, promote equity, and prepare students for global competitiveness.
Famous quote:
“We cannot memorize our way out of poverty,” Dr. Adutwum once famously said.
Exploits:
The powerful words of Dr Adutwum have helped to shape reforms in both the U.S. and Ghana, where he championed STEM and TVET education at the national level.
Brief About New Design School:
Founded in 2004 from a modest church facility in Crenshaw, New Designs Charter Schools has grown into a multi-campus institution serving over 1,300 students with more than 200 staff.
It stands today as a model of innovation, resilience, and hope in urban education.
Significance:
This congressional recognition is not just a personal milestone for Dr. Adutwum, since it is a moment of pride for Ghana, Africa, and the global education community.
It affirms that with vision, integrity, and perseverance, educators can break barriers and shape history.
Source: Ghana/otecfmghana.com/ Michael Ofosu-Afriyie, Kumasi
