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Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Marks a New Chapter for The Banner School

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

FREDERICK, Md., Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Banner School, a premier non-profit independent school for students in pre-kindergarten through 8th grade, is thrilled to announce the opening of its new Dill Avenue campus and the start of a new chapter. A ribbon cutting ceremony will take place on Thursday, November 16, 2023, to celebrate moving into the heart of downtown Frederick and its commitment to over forty years of educational excellence and innovation.

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  • "The Banner School is excited to continue a 40-year tradition of educating curious, motivated global learners in Frederick.
  • The ceremony will feature remarks from Dr. Ann Wagner, Banner's new Head of School, and other distinguished guests, as well as a tour of the new facilities.
  • "The Banner School is excited to continue a 40-year tradition of educating curious, motivated global learners in Frederick.
  • The Banner School, through its Learning Triangle and its diverse community of learners, provides a nurturing yet challenging environment that motivates students to become responsible citizens who lead by example.

Concordia International School Shanghai Commemorates 25 Years of Community, Excellence and Growth

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

SHANGHAI, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Concordia International School Shanghai, a leading international school in Asia, celebrated for its commitment to academic excellence and active community involvement, marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 25th anniversary.

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  • SHANGHAI, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Concordia International School Shanghai, a leading international school in Asia, celebrated for its commitment to academic excellence and active community involvement, marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its 25th anniversary.
  • "Our dedicated faculty, diverse student body, and state-of-the-art facilities provide the perfect backdrop for this journey of discovery and growth."
  • The celebration was enriched by a video message from its sister school, Concordia International School Hanoi.
  • Concordia International School Shanghai expressed heartfelt gratitude to the attendees, sponsors, and supporters who have played integral roles in its remarkable 25-year journey.

Forman School Appoints New Head of School

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

LITCHFIELD, Conn., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forman School announces today that Amy L. Clemons will serve as its next Head of School.

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  • LITCHFIELD, Conn., Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forman School announces today that Amy L. Clemons will serve as its next Head of School.
  • Amy will become Forman's tenth Head of School and the first woman to serve the role.
  • She is currently the Head of School at Woodlynde School, an independent day school in Strafford, PA, serving students in grades K-12 with learning differences.
  • Adam Man is retiring at the conclusion of the 2023-24 school year after having served as Head of School since 2008.

SPIRE Academy: A Rising Powerhouse in Sports and Education

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

GENEVA, Ohio, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SPIRE Academy, a premier sports training and education boarding school, has expanded significantly and is gearing up for an exciting year ahead with a diverse student body. As of September 26, 2023, 134 motivated and talented students have joined the SPIRE family. SPIRE is proud to announce several remarkable statistics that showcase its commitment to its students.

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  • As of September 26, 2023, 134 motivated and talented students have joined the SPIRE family.
  • SPIRE is proud to announce several remarkable statistics that showcase its commitment to its students.
  • In addition to its international students, SPIRE Academy welcomes students from twenty-two (22) different U.S. states including the District of Columbia.
  • We're setting the stage for the next generation of world-class athletes and leaders," says Phil Darrin, SPIRE Academy's Head of School.

Bridgton Academy Board of Trustees Name Diana J. Gleeson as the Next Head of School

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Monday, March 20, 2023

BRIDGTON, Maine, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bridgton Academy Board of Trustees is delighted to announce that following a nation-wide search, Diana Gleeson was unanimously selected to serve as the Academy's 49th Head of School; she will begin her tenure on July 1, 2023.

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  • BRIDGTON, Maine, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Bridgton Academy Board of Trustees is delighted to announce that following a nation-wide search, Diana Gleeson was unanimously selected to serve as the Academy's 49th Head of School; she will begin her tenure on July 1, 2023.
  • In a letter to the community, Board President Vicker DiGravio wrote, "The Board selected Diana as our new Head of School because she is the right person to lead the Academy over the next decade."
  • Prior to her role as assistant head, Ms. Gleeson was Perkiomen's Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs, a position she held for two years.
  • Before joining the Perkiomen community, Diana was the Upper School Head at both Allendale Columbia School in New York and Providence Country Day School.

Progressive NYC Independent Schools to Partner for Innovative Middle School Enrollment Transfer Initiative

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Monday, February 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Corlears School and The Calhoun School, two progressive independent schools with long histories in New York City, have joined forces through an innovative partnership that strengthens their reach and ability to serve their communities. The partnership joins the two communities by providing a path for fifth grade graduates from Corlears to transfer their enrollment directly to Calhoun's middle school program for sixth grade. This new initiative also ensures that Corlears families will receive priority in Calhoun's financial aid offer timeline. The schools also plan to find opportunities to share resources and create moments of connection between families and students. Combined, these steps build a bridge between the communities that strengthens their collective position and reach in the NYC market, even while maintaining the schools as independent entities.

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  • NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Corlears School and The Calhoun School, two progressive independent schools with long histories in New York City, have joined forces through an innovative partnership that strengthens their reach and ability to serve their communities.
  • The partnership joins the two communities by providing a path for fifth grade graduates from Corlears to transfer their enrollment directly to Calhoun's middle school program for sixth grade.
  • This new initiative also ensures that Corlears families will receive priority in Calhoun's financial aid offer timeline.
  • Combined, these steps build a bridge between the communities that strengthens their collective position and reach in the NYC market, even while maintaining the schools as independent entities.

Three Le Cordon Bleu Schools Win Big at World Culinary Awards 2022.

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Thursday, December 22, 2022

NEW YORK, Dec. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - The Australian , Canadian and French campuses of the Le Cordon Bleu Network were recognized as the best culinary training institutions in their respective regions at the 3rd annual World Culinary Awards.

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  • NEW YORK, Dec. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - The Australian , Canadian and French campuses of the Le Cordon Bleu Network were recognized as the best culinary training institutions in their respective regions at the 3rd annual World Culinary Awards.
  • It is testament to the hard work that goes on behind the scenes to deliver our leading culinary programs," says Mark Veiga, Le Cordon Bleu Australia's Head of School.
  • For 127 years now, Le Cordon Bleu Paris has been committed to excellence and we are proud of these two awards."
  • added Chef Eric Briffard, Executive Chef, Culinary Arts Director and Head of Le Cordon Bleu Paris Institute.

The Hockaday School Names Dr. Laura Leathers as New Head of School

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Friday, December 2, 2022

DALLAS, Dec. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hockaday School is pleased to announce Dr. Laura Leathers as the next Eugene McDermott Head of School, effective January 1, 2023.

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  • DALLAS, Dec. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hockaday School is pleased to announce Dr. Laura Leathers as the next Eugene McDermott Head of School, effective January 1, 2023.
  • Prior to her interim role, Dr. Leathers served as Hockaday's Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs.
  • The selection follows an extensive nationwide search for a new Head of School conducted along with the School's search partner, RG175.
  • "We are thrilled to name Dr. Leathers as the next Head of School," said Nicole Ginsburg Small '91, Chair of the Hockaday Board of Trustees.

The Meadows School in Las Vegas Selects New Head of School

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Friday, November 18, 2022

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Trustees at The Meadows School, a pre-k through grade twelve independent school in Southern Nevada, is pleased to announce it has selected its next Head of School, Dr. Jay Berckley.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Nov. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Trustees at The Meadows School, a pre-k through grade twelve independent school in Southern Nevada, is pleased to announce it has selected its next Head of School, Dr. Jay Berckley.
  • The Meadows School began its search for a new Head in January of 2022 after former Head of School Jeremy Gregersen announced he would be moving on to pursue other opportunities.
  • To learn more about Dr. Berckley or the search process, please visit The Meadows Head of School Search section of the website.
  • The Meadows School is a non-profit, independent college preparatory day school located in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The Lang School Welcomes Interim Head of School, Dr. Sue Groesbeck

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Monday, August 15, 2022

NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Trustees of The Lang School a private, nonprofit K-12 school serving twice-exceptional (2e) children recently appointed Dr. Sue Groesbeck as the school's Interim Head of School for the 2022-2023 school year.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Trustees of The Lang School a private, nonprofit K-12 school serving twice-exceptional (2e) children recently appointed Dr. Sue Groesbeck as the school's Interim Head of School for the 2022-2023 school year.
  • Dr. Groesbeck brings to the position more than 40 years of experience working with independent schools, including a number of Head of School appointments across the United States and Canada.
  • "Dr. Groesbeck is a deeply passionate, enthusiastic, family-centered educator," said Gavin Simms, Chair of Lang's Board of Trustees.
  • The Lang School's Board of Trustees has engaged Butler/White Strategies to support its Search Committee in selecting its next Head of School.