Lara Ohanian

Lara Ohanian is an experienced educator and administrator who served as the Director of Differentiated Learning at Baltimore City Public Schools from July 2015 to April 2023.2 In this role, she oversaw English for Speakers of Other Languages programs and was responsible for managing differentiated learning initiatives within the school system.3

As the Director of Differentiated Learning, Ohanian played a crucial role in supporting newly arrived students and their families in Baltimore. She emphasized the importance of understanding the diverse needs of these students, stating, "People often think of newly arrived students in terms of one profile, but in reality they come with such a wide range of abilities and needs".1

Professional Background

Ohanian's work focused on:

• Overseeing programs for English language learners
• Managing the Multilingual Enrollment and Support Center
• Facilitating individualized instructional programs for immigrant and refugee students
• Collaborating with community organizations to provide comprehensive support for new families

Personal Information

Outside of her professional life, Lara Ohanian describes herself as a:

• Mother
• Wife
• Aunt
• Idealist
• Educator
• Animal lover
• SOAR Board Member4

Her commitment to education and supporting diverse learners is evident in her long-standing career with Baltimore City Public Schools, where her salary as Director of Differentiated Learning was reported to be $131,449 in 2021.5