Member: Camille Madison
Wunee keesuq (good day),
My name is Camille Madison, and I’m excited to serve on the Mashpee School
Committee, bringing with me a lifelong commitment to education, service, and youth
empowerment. I am a proud citizen of the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah)
and I currently serve my Tribal Nation as an elected Councilwoman, Youth Coordinator,
Language Keeper, and Advocate for Education within the Massachusetts Department of
Elementary and Secondary Education.
I was born and raised in Boston, where I graduated from Boston Public Schools and
studied at The Academy of Public Service. There, I combined my interest in public
policy and government with active community involvement. These early experiences
and my family’s strong values laid a foundation for a life of service and leadership. Over
the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with local organizations across several
communities, supporting youth from diverse backgrounds. My journey has taken me
from direct service roles–such as Behavioral Analyst and Therapeutic Instructor–to
leadership roles, including Youth Peer Leader, Program Director, and eventually serving
as a Board Member. Each opportunity has re-energized my commitment to youth and
also strengthened my capacity to lead.
Nearly a decade ago, I moved to Mashpee and began serving as Lead Teacher for
Mukayuhsak Weekuw (The Children’s House), a Montessori, Wôpanâak Language and
Cultural pre-school. This work drew on my experience in early childhood education,
cultural preservation, and youth advocacy, in service of Mashpee’s youth and future.
I believe every child deserves access to high-quality education in a safe, inclusive, and
supportive environment. With a focus on transparency, collaboration, and accountability,
I want to bring fresh energy and thoughtful leadership to the Mashpee School
Committee. I’m committed to ensuring that all voices–parents, teachers, students, and
staff–are heard. Together, we can shape policies that promote academic excellence,
responsible budgeting, and meaningful opportunities for all students.
Kutâputush(Thank you),
Camille Madison