Beaver Country Day School is delighted to announce that as of July 2023, Alex Gould will be their Permanent Director of Athletics and Fitness. He has served as Interim Director throughout the 2022-23 school year. Alex has been at Beaver Country Day since 2004 and has served in a variety of roles, including as Associate Director of Athletics and Dean of Faculty.
Beaver Country Day School is a co-educational, independent, college preparatory school for nearly 500 students in grades 6-12. Beaver Country Day is located on a 17-acre wooded campus three miles west of Boston and is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
Bishop Stang High School is thrilled to announce James Benson as their next President, effective July 2022. James leaves his role as Acting Head of School for DeLaSalle High School in Minneapolis, Minn., where he has held various leadership roles for the past 17 years. James has followed a career path dedicated to Catholic education. His extensive experience as a teacher and administrator in Catholic schools has given him the chance to serve as a leader in all areas of running a school. He received his undergraduate degree in Athletic Administration from SUNY College, New Paltz, a master’s degree in Secondary Education and Teaching in English from St. John’s University in New York, and an education specialist degree in Secondary School Administration/Principalship from St. Thomas University in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Bishop Stang High School is a Catholic, college-preparatory school called to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ by “making known the goodness of God.” Founded in 1959, Bishop Stang holistically educates it’s diverse student body in a respectful, nurturing and disciplined environment. Home to 500 students and located in the Suburban town of North Dartmouth, Massachusetts, the eight-acre campus is 30 minutes from the Bourne Bridge. Bishop Stang inspires young people to excel in learning and life through growth in faith, integrity, knowledge and service.
Bridgton Academy is delighted to announce the appointment of Diana Gleeson as their 49th Head of School. Diana comes to Bridgton from the Perkiomen School in Pennsburg, PA, where she has been since 2015, first as Assistant Headmaster for Academic Affairs and currently as Assistant Head of School for External Affairs.
Bridgton Academy is the nation’s premier boarding school focused exclusively on a postgraduate year for approximately 150 young men. Bridgton is designed intentionally for students who have completed high school and decide to pursue a postgraduate year before attending college or embarking on their next phase of life.
Cathedral High School is thrilled to welcome Karl Danso as their next Principal. Karl has an extensive background in Catholic education, including most recently serving as the Vice Principal at Catholic Memorial High School in West Roxbury, MA.
Founded in 1926, Cathedral High School is an urban, multicultural, Catholic, college preparatory school serving grades 7-12. Located in Boston’s historic South End, Cathedral is the only co-educational Catholic high school in Boston and remains rooted in its founding mission of educating immigrants, first-generation Americans, and inner-city youth.
The Rt. Rev. W. Nicholas Knisely is pleased to announce that Edward E. Biddle will become the next Chief Financial Officer of the Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island, effective January 31, 2022. Ed comes to the Diocese from the Masters School in Katonah, NY, where he was the Associate Head of School for Finance and Operations. He had been at Masters since he retired from JPMorgan Chase in 2015. While at Masters, he was responsible for the management of all aspects of Finance and Accounting and oversaw maintenance and development of the school’s 100-acre campus and 17 buildings. In addition to his professional accomplishments at Masters, Ed was an active member of St Luke’s Episcopal Church in Katonah, NY, serving variously as Vestry member, Treasurer, and Senior Warden. Ed is a graduate of Dartmouth College, with an MBA from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.
The Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island is a gathering of the 52 Episcopal Churches in Rhode Island, served by Bishop Knisely and his staff. The current Bishop, The Right Rev. W. Nicholas Knisely, Jr. was consecrated the 13th Bishop of RI in 2012. The Episcopal Church represents the United States in the Anglican Communion, a worldwide Christian denomination. The Episcopal Church comprises approximately 2 million members of 7000 churches throughout all 50 states as well as sixteen countries and 110 dioceses.
Forman School is delighted to announce the appointment of Amy Clemons as their next Head of School. Amy has more than 24 years of experience in education and comes to Forman from the Woodlynde School in Strafford, PA, where she has been the Head of School for four years.
Forman School is an independent, co-educational, college preparatory school for 230 boarding and day students with identified learning differences. The school’s joyous learning community ensures that 100% of its graduates get into a four-year college.
La Salle Academy is thrilled to welcome Timothy Welsh back as its next Principal. Timothy leaves The Cambridge Matignon School where he has served as Headmaster since 2013. In his tenure there, he led efforts to re-design academic vision to be student-centered with a focus on experiential learning. Previously, he spent over a decade at La Salle Academy as the Vice President of Institutional Advancement, growing philanthropic revenue and assisting the President in all aspects of administration and school operation. Timothy holds a B.A. in History and Political Science from the University of Rochester and an M.A in Philanthropy and Development from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota.
La Salle Academy is a Catholic college preparatory school located in Providence, Rhode Island with a mission to educate young men and women from diverse backgrounds. The 1,508 students enrolled there enjoy a 29-acre campus and state-of-the-art classrooms and science labs. Young people at La Salle become responsible citizens by developing the ability to think critically, logically, and ethically, instilling a love for life-long learning in every student. Through the integration of religious instruction and experience, students deepen their faith in the person of Jesus Christ and in the biblical imperatives of justice and love; preparing them to live in the 21st century Church.
The Meadowbrook School of Weston is delighted to announce that Jordan Bentley, who has served as Interim Head of Middle School for the 2022-23 school year, has been appointed as their Permanent Head of Middle School. Jordan has been a middle school teacher at Meadowbrook since 2011, and served as Seventh Grade Dean for seven years.
The Meadowbrook School of Weston is a co-educational, non-sectarian, independent day school for over 300 students. Meadowbrook is committed to providing an exemplary, inspirational K-8 educational experience.
Middlesex School is thrilled to announce Bessie Speers as their next Head of School. Bessie has over three decades of experience in independent school education. Serving in her current role as Head of the Tower Hill School in Delaware, Bessie has distinguished herself as a visionary leader whose commitment to intellectual, ethical, and inclusive education has cemented Tower Hill as a nationally renowned program. Before joining Tower Hill in 2015, Bessie served eight years as Head of School at The Ethel Walker School in Connecticut, where she oversaw the rejuvenation of the campus through several transformational building projects and the implementation of a 10-year financial plan that greatly improved the school’s financial strength. Bessie has also held leadership roles at a selection of independents schools that include Assistant Head of School and Dean of Faculty at The Episcopal Academy in Merion, PA, Director of Placement and Strategic Planning at Calvert School in Baltimore, Director of Admission and Financial Aid at Bryn Mawr School in Baltimore and Associate Director of Admission at Loomis Chaffee School in Windsor, CT. Bessie is a graduate of Middlebury College and holds an M.L.A from John Hopkins University. Additionally, she completed the Klingenstein Fellowship for Head of Schools from Columbia University Teachers College.
Located 20 miles outside of Boston on a beautiful 350-acre campus, Middlesex is an independent secondary school for 400 boarding and day students in grades 9-12. Middlesex was founded in 1901 and is a non-sectarian school with a sense of tradition and mission. Committed to excellence in the intellectual, ethical, creative, and physical development of young people, Middlesex students find in their community a place full of opportunity, challenge, and friendship, a place to take risks and become a leader.
Milton Academy is pleased to announce Laurén Carter as their next Dean of College Counseling. Laurén comes to Milton from Sidwell Friends School in Washington, DC, where she is currently the Director of College Counseling.
Milton Academy is an independent college preparatory school for grades K-12 (boarding and day for grades 9-12). Located eight miles south of Boston, Milton Academy’s upper school enrolls just over 700 students.
Noble & Greenough School is delighted to announce Alison Easterling as their next Head of Upper School. She comes to Nobles from the Lawrenceville School in Lawrenceville, NJ, where she has served in a variety of roles since 2005, including most recently as Academic Dean.
The Noble and Greenough School is situated on 187 acres of picturesque tree-covered countryside bordering the Charles River, just 10 miles from downtown Boston. Commonly known as “Nobles,” the school is a co-educational, nonsectarian day and five-day boarding school for 632 students in grades 7-12.
Notre Dame Academy is proud to announce alumna Marilyn Tencza as their next Principal. With more than 25 years of experience in education, Marilyn has served in the capacities of Superintendent, Curriculum Director, Principal, Assistant Principal, and Teacher. She has served as Adjunct Faculty at Boston College and Worcester State University, guiding new teachers. Her experience and success include guiding school accreditations, creating diversity and inclusion initiatives, and overseeing capital projects. Marilyn earned a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Boston College, an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership from Worcester State College, and a BA in Humanities from Providence College.
Notre Dame Academy is an independent, Catholic, college preparatory school for 240 young women in grades 7-12. Founded in 1951 by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, Notre Dame welcomes girls of all faiths, following the original mission of having confident graduates emerge successfully to take on the world as compassionate global citizens. NDA wishes to prepare students with the opportunity to become more aware of what is happening in their lives and to assume responsibility for themselves and their communities. NDA spans over 13 acres in Worcester, located 40 miles outside of Boston.
Rice Memorial High School is delighted to announce the appointment of Andrew Nagy as their next Principal. Andrew comes to Rice Memorial from the Newman School in Boston, where he has been Assistant Head of School for over a decade.
Rice Memorial High School is a parochial, co-educational, Roman Catholic college preparatory school in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Burlington. The student body consists of approximately 400 students in grades 9-12.
Rice Memorial High School is pleased to announce that Andrew Keough, who currently serves as their interim Principal, will become the school's permanent principal beginning July 2023. With over 25 years of experience in educational leadership roles, including as Superintendent of the Dover Sherborn Regional School District, Andrew brings a wealth of knowledge to Rice Memorial High School.
Rice Memorial High School is a co-educational Roman Catholic secondary and college preparatory school serving approximately 400 students in grades 9-12. The school offers a rigorous education with an emphasis on preparing students for college, including 21 Honors and Advanced Placement courses, and has a strong track record of student success.
Sacred Heart Greenwich is delighted to announce that Caitlin O'Neill will be their next Head of Lower School. Caitlin comes to Sacred Heart Greenwich from the Convent of the Sacred Heart in New York, NY, where she has served in a number of roles since 2010.
Located on a 110-acre campus, Sacred Heart Greenwich is an all-girls, independent, Catholic school for over 600 students in grades PK-12, with approximately 130 students in the Lower School (grades PK-4).
Saint Joseph School is delighted to announce that Kristen Fiumara will be their new Assistant Head of School. Kristen has been a teacher at Saint Joseph School since 1999. Throughout her 24 years at Saint Joe's, she has been a part of the 5th grade team and has held roles on the leadership team, SEL committee, and various faculty committees.
A co-educational Catholic school providing a faith-based education to students in grades PK-8, Saint Joseph School offers an educational experience comprised of academic rigor, deep faith, and supportive teachers and staff to approximately 500 students.
Skidmore College welcomes Mindy Rose as their next Associate Director of Admissions/Coordinator of Diversity Initiatives. She leaves behind Marin Academy in San Francisco where she served as the Director of College Counseling since 2021.
Skidmore College is a highly ranked, residential, liberal arts college for 2700 students situated on 1,200 acres of natural beauty in Saratoga Springs, New York. Consistently acclaimed in national rankings, Skidmore has been recognized as one of the “Nation’s Best Liberal Arts Colleges,” one of “America’s Most Entrepreneurial Colleges,” and a “Best Value” school.
St. George's School is thrilled to announce the appointment of Michael “Mike” Wirtz as their next Head of School, effective July 2023. Mike comes to St. George's from the Hackley School, a K-12 independent school in Tarrytown, NY, where he has served as Head of School since 2016.
St. George’s School is an independent, Episcopal, co-educational boarding and day school offering a comprehensive college-preparatory program to 385 students in grades 9-12. The school’s campus spans 125 acres and is located on a hilltop overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
St. John Paul II School in the Diocese of Fall River is delighted to announce Phillip J. VanDenBrink as their next President. Phil currently serves as Director of the University Foundations Program and Associate Director of Admissions at Wasatch Academy in Mt. Pleasant, UT.
St. John Paul II School is a Cape Cod Catholic school that welcomes 460 students from diverse faiths and backgrounds who desire a college preparatory, Catholic education. The school is part of the Diocese of Fall River and serves students in grades 5-12.
Tabor Academy is pleased to announce the appointment of Rachael Beare as Associate Head of School for External Affairs beginning July 1, 2022. Rachael brings more than 30 years of experience in admissions and marketing in independent schools across the US, including Phillips Exeter Academy, Lakeside School, The Hotchkiss School, and her alma mater, Loomis Chaffee School. She was also a founding member of the administrative team at Keystone Academy in Beijing, China. In addition to her experience at some of the top independent schools in the country, Rachael served as a founding Board member for the Association of Independent School Admission Professionals (AISAP), a role that showcases her dedication to make a difference in schools. Rachael earned a bachelor’s degree in English, magna cum laude, from Amherst College and a master’s in education from Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Founded in 1876, Tabor is a premier coeducational boarding school that serves more than 530 students from across the country and around the world. As the School by the Sea, Tabor offers an uncommonly beautiful setting in which to learn for students in grades 9-12. The school provides a wide breadth of academic offerings for students to explore their interests, understand their strengths, and develop their critical thinking and communication skills.
The Fessenden School is pleased to welcome Sean Guthrie as their Assistant Head of School. Sean has served as Fessenden's Middle School Head since 2019, and was previously the Principal at Young Achievers Science and Math Pilot School in Mattapan, MA.
The Fessenden School is an independent boarding and day school for boys in grades PK-9. For more than 100 years, the Fessenden School has offered a robust curriculum and programs specifically designed to meet the educational needs of boys.
The Rivers School is thrilled to announce that Jenny Kravitz will serve as their next Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Jenny is currently the Director of Equity and Justice at the Pike School in Andover, MA and was previously a curriculum coordinator for Westford Public Schools.
Located in historical Middlesex County, just 15 miles west of Boston, The Rivers School is a co-educational, private day school providing a rigorous, innovative academic curriculum to over 500 students in grades 6-12.
Tower School is thrilled to announce Todd Eveleth as their 12th Head of School. He will leave Nantucket New School where he has served as Head of School since 2018. Previously, he served as Upper School Division Head at Fessenden School from 2013 to 2018.
Tower School is a Pre-K–8 independent school for 243 children located on 8 acres of land in the historic seaside North Shore of Massachusetts. Tower is well-known for its community-minded philosophy, both in their comprehensive support of children academically, socially and emotionally and in their collective efforts to have a meaningful impact beyond the campus.
Walnut Hill School for the Arts is delighted to announce the appointment of Alexis Wright as their Dean of Culturally Responsive Pedagogy. Alexis comes to Walnut Hill from the Facing History and Ourselves organization in Boston, where she serves as a Curriculum Developer and co-chair of the Employee Resource Group.
Established in 1893, Walnut Hill School for the Arts has undergone numerous transformations to become a dynamic boarding and day high school where nearly 300 students of all genders grow as bold artists, curious learners, and mindful citizens.
The Westover School is exited for Hadley Zeavin to join their community as the new Chief Strategic Inclusion Officer, effective this summer. She comes from La Jolla Country Day School, where she has served as the Director of Service Learning & Experiential Education and as the Community Service Learning Coordinator. While there, she designed and implemented leadership development tactics surrounding restorative practices and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Previously, she was the Assistant Director of Women’s Basketball Operations at the University of Virginia and George Washington University. Hadley earned a B.A. from Vanderbilt University in Sociology & Gender Studies, as well as an M.A. in Sport & Exercise Management, and completed coursework in Educational Leadership, Foundation and Policy at UVA’s Curry School of Education.
Founded in 1909 as a finishing school, Westover School is an independent, boarding and day high school for 200 girls located in Middlebury, CT. Through programs like WISE (Women in Science and Engineering), IIG (Invest in Girls) and Independent Senior Projects, students have the ability to pursue specific interests while preparing for college and beyond. At Westover, students truly become a family, and talented and motivated girls grow into confident and connected women.
Whitby School is pleased to announce the appointment of Laura McDermott as their next Lower School Head. Laura has been at Whitby since 2011, serving as a teacher, Assessment Coordinator, and, most recently, Director of Assessment and Academic Development.
Whitby School is an independent, co-educational day school for students aged 18 months through grade 8. The school’s youngest students benefit from a Montessori education, and continue to build on this foundation throughout Lower and Middle School with the International Baccalaureate PYP and MYP programs.
Whitby School is pleased to announce the appointment of Kelly Murphy as their next Director of Development. Kelly comes to Whitby from Jackson Walnut Park School in Newton, MA, where she currently serves as the Director of Advancement.
Whitby School is a pioneer in early education, serving over 300 students aged 18 months through grade 8. The school offers both a Montessori education for the youngest students and the International Baccalaureate PYP and MYP programs for grades 1-8.
Whitby School is pleased to announce that John “Jay” Briar will serve as their next Head of School. Jay is currently the Head of Powhatan School, a PK-8 school in Boyce, VA, and previously spent 15 years at the Sheridan School in Washington, DC as the Director of Academic Life and Middle School Head.
Whitby School is a co-educational day school that serves over 300 students in grades PK-8, inspiring a passion for learning and empowering each child to take responsibility as an open-minded, principled citizen in a global community.
Whitby School is happy to announce Gloria Zakers Arpasi as their next Middle School Head, effective this summer. Gloria leaves Virgin Islands Montessori School & Peter Gruber International Academy, where she holds an impressive 18-year tenure serving respectively as teacher (throughout), Accreditation Coordinator, Montessori and IB Administrative Leader, Strategic Director, and most recently Director of the MYP & DC International Baccalaureate Program. Gloria has also held roles as Faculty Instructor and Research Diver at the University of Virgin Islands, Senior Aquarist and Program Coordinator at Coral Underwater Observatory and Marine Park in St. Thomas, VI, Middle School Teacher and Community Service Advisor at Antilles School in St. Thomas, and continues to serve as Educational Consultant for the Caribbean & Domestic Advisory Committee Middle States Association. Gloria holds a BS in Marine Biology/Education from the University of the Virgin Islands and an M.Ed in Advanced Teaching and Learning from University of the People.
Whitby School is an independent, co-educational private school in Greenwich, Connecticut, that was founded in 1958 and is accredited by the American Montessori Society. Whitby is home to just under 300 students ages 18 mos-grade 8. Located on a beautifully-wooded 30-acre campus, Whitby has created mentally-stimulating classrooms and outdoor spaces designed for art, science, and technology. The campus is specifically designed to enhance the education students receive.
Xavier High School is pleased to announce that Rick Misenti will serve as their next President. Rick, a 1972 graduate of Xavier, served as Interim President for the 2023-24 school year. He was previously the Principal of Guilford High School in Connecticut, from 2007-2020.
Xavier High School is a college preparatory school sponsored by the Xaverian Brothers and the Diocese of Norwich. Located on a 62-acre campus, Xavier is a top-tier Catholic, all-boys school of approximately 600 students.