Onovu Otitigbe-Dangerfield

Making History and Shaping the Future

Onovu Otitigbe-Dangerfield is the valedictorian of Albany High School's Class of 2021.

She is the first African-American valedictorian in the school's 152-year history.

Joined by her mother Jessica Otitigbe, Onovu sat down with Superintendent Kaweeda G. Adams to discuss this historic achievement.

Two versions of the interview are available below: a condensed 4-minute version, as well as the full 23-minute interview. You can also read more about Onovu in the "Student Achievement" section of our online winter newsletter.