Odise Carr was sworn in as a member of the BCIT/BCSSSD Board of Education at the meeting on July 7, 2022. He has served on the Westampton Township Committee since July 2021 and previously served on the Camden Police Federal Credit Union Board of Directors from 2018 through 2021.
Mr. Carr's motivation to join the Board stems from his belief in the importance of education in our personal and collective growth, which he exhibits by continuing to pursue traditional education and professional development opportunities. He applied and was accepted to law school in 2019, and finished his studies in two years.
As a Board member, Mr. Carr is proud of the alternative paths offered to students. Additionally, he feels that the administration and staff do an amazing job in serving the interests of the parents and children. Mr. Carr believes that education encompasses more than just academics and that future leaders are being forged today. He is excited to have this opportunity to contribute to the knowledge, growth, and success of these future leaders.
Mr. Carr has been involved in policy, administration, operations, training, and executive tasks in both the New Jersey Army National Guard and Police Department and is confident in his ability to make strategic and prudent decisions. Prior to his honorable separation from the Army, he was an operations officer charged with the coordination and administration of essential tasks and training. While serving in law enforcement, Mr. Carr oversaw accreditation tasks for a large South Jersey organization and was awarded for achieving accreditation for the department. He also served as an administrator for patrol operations and implemented community policing strategies.
In his spare time, Mr. Carr enjoys working with his hands, building and remodeling homes, and working on antique cars. He also enjoys golf, fishing, an occasional video game, and most importantly, spending time with his family. Mr. Carr is a lifelong resident of Westampton Township, New Jersey.