Dr. Efe Igho-Osagie Shavers is the Director of the Wellesley Public Schools METCO Program. Dr. Shavers brings a deep commitment to educational equity, clinical expertise, and counseling psychology to her leadership role. Before coming to Wellesley, she served as the Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging for Milton Public Schools and worked as a University Lecturer and Researcher at Boston University. Her foundational work within the METCO community includes six years as a School Counselor for Lexington Public Schools, where she facilitated dedicated efficacy groups for METCO students and students of color, and co-created a comprehensive K-5 anti-racism curriculum.

Dr. Shavers holds a Ph.D. in Applied Human Development and a Master of Science in Clinical Social Work from Boston University. Her dedication to the METCO community is deeply reflected in her academic work; her doctoral dissertation focused directly on the experiences and impact of the METCO program on Black students. Dr. Shavers is passionate about translating equity and inclusive frameworks into day-to-day practice. She is dedicated to ensuring that all students are met with the psychological safety, strong advocacy, and strategic support necessary to thrive both academically and socially. Dr. Shavers’ mission is to cultivate welcoming, identity-affirming school environments where every student feels a profound sense of safety and belonging, empowering them to successfully navigate their academic journeys and achieve their full potential.