University School Head of School Search

Shaker Heights & Hunting Valley, Applications Due: July 15, 2018 Independent Day School: Boys For July 1, 2019

University School OVERVIEW At A Glance Since its founding in 1890, University School has established itself as one of the pre-eminent all-boys independent schools in the country. Guided by a mission to “inspire boys of promise to become young men of character who lead and serve,” US is deeply committed to the well-being of boys and prides itself on being a Founded: 1890 supportive, diverse and inclusive community where “each boy is known and loved.” The school’s motto of Responsibility, Loyalty, Consideration is honored, Type: All boys day school respected, and prominent in the daily life of all members of the school community.

Grades: Junior Kindergarten - University School currently enrolls 870 students in grades K-12 on two campuses, 12th grade Shaker Heights (K-8) and Hunting Valley (9-12 on 221 acres), 5.5 miles apart and Enrollment: 870 East of downtown Cleveland. A new Junior Kindergarten program will be launched in the fall of 2018. The campuses are extremely attractive and well maintained Student-Faculty Ratio: 8.5/1 with a broad array of indoor and outdoor learning spaces ideally suited to the needs of boys. The faculty of University School numbers 137, 118 of whom have Annual Budget: $28 million master's degrees, 12 have doctorate degrees, three have J.D.s, and one has a M.D. Endowment: $88 million University School believes that students learn their most formative and enduring Financial Aid: $4.5 million (not lessons through exposure to and experience with a broad range of perspectives. including tuition remission) The school recruits and supports faculty whose backgrounds and training bring

local, national, and international perspectives to the school. US admits and 2018-2019 tuition: supports students who represent the economically, culturally, and racially diverse Grades Junior K - 4: community within Northeast Ohio and awards $4.5 million of need-based $17,000 - $27,470 financial assistance annually. Students have broad ranging opportunities to Grades 5 - 8:

$28,400 - $31,180 explore their talents and develop their skills in new contexts, in academics,

Grades 9 - 12: athletics, and the arts. Each student is encouraged to discover both his

$31,180 - $33,960 responsibility to others and his purpose in the world.

Professional Affiliations: Over the past 128 years, University School has been led by a dedicated, loyal, NAIS, OAIS, CCIS, and generous Board of Trustees, most of whom are alumni. The school enjoys International Boys’ School truly superb facilities created largely by a culture of philanthropy that has been Coalition consistently cultivated since the school’s founding. With an operating budget of $28 million and an endowment of $88 million, University School enjoys excellent financial health.

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University School is accredited by the Association of the Central States (ISACS) and by the Ohio State Department of Education. The school is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the Ohio Association of Independent Schools (OAIS), the Cleveland Council of Independent Schools (CCIS), and the International Boys' Schools Coalition (IBSC).

MISSION & MOTTO

Mission

University School inspires boys of promise to become young men of character who lead and serve. Our dedicated faculty, rigorous curriculum, and experiential programs foster intellectual, physical, creative, and moral excellence. University School is a diverse and inclusive community where each boy is known and loved.

Motto

Responsibility, Loyalty, Consideration are more than words in a motto; the concepts are woven into the fabric of school life.  US teachers and students model integrity and respect.  US boys rise to the occasion to lead and to serve those in need.  US boys develop empathy by consistently listening, sharing, and being there for others.

LEADERSHIP HISTORY Beginning with founding Headmaster Newton M. Anderson in 1890, University School had seven headmasters through 2015, an average tenure of almost 18 years each. In 2015 Headmaster Stephen Murray left US to accept the position of Head Master at in New Jersey.

Since 2015, three individuals have led the school. Due to entirely different circumstances, the first two of these had abbreviated tenures. In February 2018 Mr. Patrick Gallagher, Co-Head of the Upper School and a faculty member since 2005, was asked to serve as Interim Headmaster, and he will remain in that role until a “permanent” Head assumes the leadership responsibilities.

In light of its history of strong and stable leadership by a succession of distinguished headmasters, the transitions of recent years have been unsettling for the school and have challenged institutional confidence and trust. Although these transitions have had only a negligible effect on enrollment and other aspects of school health, the entire US community and the Board of Trustees is determined to “get it right” in the selection of the next Head of School through an inclusive and transparent process.

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ACADEMIC PROGRAM

With over a century of experience helping young boys unlock their academic potential, University School is proud to have a hand in shaping students into accomplished young men. The academic program begins in kindergarten and continues through 12th grade. Beginning in 2018, a new Junior Kindergarten program will be added.

Following here is a brief introduction to the academic program of each division of the school. Visit University School's website, www.us.edu, for more detailed information about the curricular offerings.

Junior Kindergarten

Junior Kindergarten boys will engage in activities that encourage the development of early cognitive language and math skills infused with science, language, art, music, physical education, and outdoor play. The integrated curriculum is based on how boys learn best and will allow boys to make meaningful connections in their learning.

Lower School

In the close-knit community of the Lower School (grades K-5), the youngest members of University School explore and interact while acquiring the es- sential skills for academic success. The theme-based curriculum is tailored to the way young boys learn best. Caring and talented faculty members have a deep knowledge of the subjects they teach and a unique understanding of young boys and their learning styles.

Middle School

Middle School students (grades 6–8) become more independent as they start to question the world around them. The academic program is increasingly challenging as boys are now ready to tackle more abstract concepts. Teachers implicitly understand adolescent boys and work hard to provide a structured yet supportive environment in which each boy can build confidence and discover his own ideas and talents.

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Upper School

The Upper School (grades 9–12) academic program offers a range of subjects within a rigorous college preparatory curriculum. Students hone their abilities to converse intelligently, to think deeply, and to study effectively. The wide offering of electives, independent studies, advanced placement, and college-level courses give University School boys an unparalleled advantage in college admissions. In countless interactions with students each day, US teachers give their time, friendship, and support to ensure every boy thrives in a community where he is known and loved.

Young Entrepreneur Institute

University School's Young Entrepreneur Institute was founded in 2006 to help students learn entrepreneurial skills, provide opportunities to experience entrepreneurship, connect with other Northeast Ohio students and entrepreneur organizations, and encourage students to return to Northeast Ohio to pursue careers.

Since its founding, more than 10,000 students have participated in one or more Young Entrepreneur Institute activities. In addition, many educators and schools, both public and private across the region, have benefited from the programs, materials, workshops and advice provided by the Institute.

THE ARTS US boys love to create and perform. Students are singers, dancers, musicians, actors, painters, filmmakers and photographers. There is a certain freedom at an all-boys’ school that allows students to feel comfortable exploring their creative and artistic sides.

With the visual, musical and dramatic arts playing such a prominent role in students' lives, the programs at US go well beyond the usual and are recognized as among the best in Northeast Ohio. Today, no boy graduates from US without a two-year exposure to the fine arts. Many students continue this commitment, acting in school plays, participating in the glee club and orchestra, and taking arts electives.

Visual Arts

Visual arts are embedded in the primary curriculum as boys create art relating to themes they study in the classroom. Working in a spacious studio, students create two- and three-dimensional projects with a variety of media. Middle school visual arts includes a large studio project designed to challenge the most artistic students while allowing boys of all abilities to finish a substantial piece and see it displayed in the school community.

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The Upper School's visual arts program includes specialized courses in enameling and metal working, screen printing, and airbrush technique. Beginning and advanced classes in drawing and painting, ceramics, sculpture, and photography are available. Video production, three-dimensional computer animation, and computer graphics are also offered. Upper School students frequently receive local, state, and national recognition through their participation in the annual Scholastic Art Competition and the Ohio Governor’s Show.

Musical Arts

In the primary and middle school, boys express themselves through singing, movement, and playing brass, string, or woodwind instruments. In the primary, a junior choir, recorder ensemble, and a drumming group complement a fun and challenging Orff-Schulwerk program. In the middle school, students take a unique Soundscape course that helps them develop a love for music through composition, listening, performing, and project- based research. Two orchestras, a jazz band, a choir, and an a cappella group, all open to fifth through eighth graders, round out the program.

The Upper School offers a diverse music program. The US Orchestra performs a range of pieces appropriate to the technical capabilities of the students. The 1:00 and 2:00 Jazz Ensembles and the Jazz Combo expose students to a variety of jazz styles and the challenges of ensemble playing. The jazz band has traveled to New Orleans and performed throughout the city several times. The US Glee Club is one of the school's oldest organizations dedicated to high quality choral singing and superior musical education for its members. The group performs several concerts each year and has toured throughout North America and Europe. The Upper School Singing Ensemble is known as the US Males. US Males perform contemporary college-level a capella music.

Dramatic Arts

The drama program in the middle school stages two major productions each year. Drama offers a wonderful venue for boys to explore their social and emotional depths. The program focuses on character development, public speaking, and self-expression.

The Upper School drama program, recognized as one of the best in Northeast Ohio, provides students with opportunities to develop as actors and to gain greater self- confidence. The program proudly counts numerous Broadway and Hollywood actors among its alumni. Courses are taught in the creative and technical aspects of theater. Several major productions that go well beyond that of typical high school shows are staged each year and often include girls from area schools.

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ATHLETICS University School's physical education and athletic programs are important components of the overall school curriculum and important aspects of the University School tradition. These programs support the school's philosophy of participation, growth, and achievement while the values of self-discipline, respect for others, integrity, responsibility, and sportsmanship are stressed. The University School Athletic Code of Conduct establishes guidelines for the sportsmanship of athletes, parents, coaches, and student fans.

Lower and Middle School Athletics

The Lower and Middle School program focuses on developing the individual as a whole and skills that can be used for a lifetime of activities. The Shaker Heights campus includes fields for soccer, football, and baseball as well as courts, a pool, a 400-meter track, and other facilities. The University School intramural program is an after school athletic activity for grades 3–6. The program offers sport- specific instruction through age appropriate drills and games. All boys are able to participate regardless of ability or experience. All boys are encouraged to demonstrate leadership, learn new skills, and refine existing skills while having an opportunity to interact with their classmates on the athletic fields. The program’s objective is to be an enjoyable, educational experience for all. For the seventh and eighth grades, there are “A” and “B” teams in several sports in order to accommodate every boy’s desire to play, and provide him with healthy competition congruent with his ability.

Upper School Athletic Program

At the Upper School, the programs reflect the equal importance of physical education and competitive interscholastic sports. In physical education, students are taught the significance of their physical well-being and encouraged to realize their capacities and limitations. The interscholastic program includes varsity, junior varsity, and freshman teams that provide broad participation in sports. The Kilroy Field House is an indoor practice facility at the Hunting Valley campus, including squash and basketball courts, weight training equipment, and an indoor track. Other athletic facilities on campus include a rock-climbing room, turf football field, indoor swimming pool, wrestling room, and more.

Fall Winter Spring Cross Country Basketball Baseball Football Ice Hockey Lacrosse Golf Squash Tennis Soccer Swimming Track and Field Wrestling

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STUDENT LIFE University School's community-centered culture is the foundation for a rich student life. US offers countless opportunities for each student to explore and develop his own interests both inside and outside the classroom. Teachers help each student identify his strengths, and support him every step of the way.

US gives its students myriad opportunities to pursue their passions. Boasting nearly 100 clubs and activities to match any interest and allow a student to explore a curiosity, join a group, or share an enthusiasm.

Students have a chance to make a difference in the lives of others and give back to the community. In the community engagement program, students serve others and lead by doing. Students plan their own activities, from working at local shelters, food banks, and hospitals, to volunteering at museums, nursing homes, nature centers, and community development centers.

The diverse and inclusive community is celebrated in all grades. Students, parents, faculty, staff, and alumni are encouraged to share their voices, experiences and ideas openly and authentically. This encouragement helps US boys develop a sense of confidence and integrity that makes them active participants in their world and the global community.

US students enjoy camaraderie and forge friendships that last a lifetime. Each student is a proud member of a House and participates in school traditions such as Founders' Day celebration and House competitions. These friendships form the basis of their global network of alumni whose pride in US is evidenced by their unequivocal support of the school and of each other. FACULTY University School has an outstanding faculty numbering 137 individuals, 118 of whom have master's degrees, 12 have doctorate degrees, three have J.D.s, and one has an M.D. Faculty compensation compares very FACULTY YEARS OF EXPERIENCE favorably with similar independent Number of Years Number of Full-Faculty schools, including comprehensive health 1-5 Years 9 and dental insurance coverage and a 6-10 Years 18 generous retirement plan with TIAA. Other benefits offered are life insurance, 11-15 Years 19 long-term disability, flexible spending, and 16-20 Years 23 100% tuition remission. Professional 21-25 Years 12 development is encouraged and 26-30 Years 9 well-supported by funding to attend conferences and workshops and to 31-35 Years 5 pursue advanced degrees. 36+ Years 7

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ADMINISTRATION & GOVERNANCE With 870 students, approximately 230 employees, three divisions, two campuses (comprising 248 acres and 480,000 square feet of buildings), as well as active parent and alumni engagement University School presents a substantial and multi-faceted management operation. The senior administrative structure includes twelve individuals who directly report to the Head of School, and each of these individuals has supervisory responsibilities for other members of the faculty and staff. Some aspects of the administrative structure have gone through revision in recent years, and the new Head of School may reasonably want to assess the most effective structure going forward.

The Board of Trustees is responsible for the governance of University School. The 48-member Board is alumni dominated in its make-up but also includes current and former parents. The full Board meets four times each year, with an 18-member Executive Committee providing important leadership for and between the full Board meetings. In addition, approximately fifty men and women have been named Life Trustees and are welcome participants at all Board meetings. As evidenced in part by their generous philanthropic support, the Trustees of University School are highly dedicated to its well-being. The Board cares deeply about the health of the school and its on-going activities but respects that day-to day management responsibilities lie with the administration and faculty while focusing its attention and financial health, mission, and future planning.

FINANCES The financial picture at University School is very healthy. Key factors are: $88 million endowment and a $27.8 million operating budget. Primary components of the budget for 2017-18 are (in thousands):

Revenues : Expenses : Tuitions, gross $25,341 Total Salaries $14,050 Less total "unfunded" financial aid (5,204) Employee benefits 4,901 20,137 Net Tuition Total salary & benefits 18,951 2,830 Total Endowment draw Instructional expenses 1,712 Total Annual fund 2,650 Academic support/admin costs 1,770 Other Gifts 200 Other Operating Expenses 3,892 Total gifts 2,850 Total non-payroll expenses 7,374 State funds & other income 1,104 Other Expenses: 1,450 Auxiliary income 854 TOTAL EXPENSES $27,775 TOTAL REVENUES $27,775

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ADMISSIONS University School believes that the admission of students, like the hiring of faculty, defines who they are and what they aspire to be as a school. The goal of the admission process is to determine the personal and academic strengths of the candidate and to determine if a US education is the right fit for the student and one that offers an environment in which he will be happy and successful.

School records, teacher recommendations, and application materials provide the Admission Committee with important information on how the student functions in school. Beyond these materials, the school places special emphasis on:  Character - leadership, cooperativeness, honesty, capacity for friendship  Industry - willingness to take risks, perseverance, and discipline in completing tasks  Competence - academic promise and achievement, love of learning  Unique interests and talents - the arts, athletics, hobbies

University School offers students of any race, color, national, and ethnic origin or disability all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School. US does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national, ethnic origin or disability in administering educational policies, admission policies, athletic, and other school-administered programs.

The following are the key admissions statistics for students entering at the start of the 2017-18 school year:

Inquiries 606 Completed applications 293 New students accepted 185 New students enrolled 138 Acceptance rate 63% Yield rate 75% Attrition rate 5%

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ADVANCEMENT There is tremendous momentum at University School. With the extraordinary philanthropic support of our alumni, parents, and friends, US is on an upward trajectory as evidenced by a recently completed $100 million campaign to recruit and sustain an outstanding faculty, to increase the school’s commitment to financial aid, and to provide compelling spaces in which to teach and learn.

Through increased support of the Annual Fund, which surpassed its $3.0 million goal in support of faculty, US has become the compensation leader among independent schools in Northeast Ohio. Financial aid is a top priority as US seeks to make the school accessible to the region’s most promising boys regardless of their family circumstances. The new academic wing at the Hunting Valley Campus is a spectacular testimony to the difference US has made in so many young men's lives. Thanks to the support of many, the $40 million project was fully funded before ground was broken. Phase II of the master plan has now been completed which includes the renovation of the former classroom building into new facilities for the visual and performing arts, and the creation of the Class of ’71 Student Commons in honor of George Enos ‘33.

LOCATION University School is located on two campuses, with Lower and Middle Schools (Grades Junior Kindergarten through 8th Grade) on the campus in Shaker Heights and the Upper School (Grades 9-12) situated 5.5 miles east in the vil- lage of Hunting Valley. These locations benefit from proximity (10-15 miles) to downtown Cleveland, which anchors the Cleveland-Akron-Canton Statistical Area, the 15th largest such region in the .

Situated among heavily wooded neighborhoods, with rolling hills and ravines, University School’s location is more reminiscent of small New England towns than of many people’s image of the Midwest. Shaker Heights is also home to Hathaway Brown and Laurel Schools, two all-girls’ schools, with which US shares long friendships.

Among the buildings on the Hunting Valley campus is a very attractive, well-maintained six-bedroom home for the Head of School. Although this home is on school property, it is located on the edge of the grounds, has a separate entrance from a public road as well as from the campus, and does not have the “fishbowl” visibility that deprives many school heads’ homes of privacy.

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FUTURE LEADERSHIP OF THE SCHOOL Interview Base The Board of Trustees of University School is conducting a national and international search to identify its next Head of School. John Mackenzie and Marcus Hurlbut of Educators' Collaborative solicited input from key stakeholders during an on-campus visit and gathered additional input from approximately 300 community members who completed an online survey. These included faculty, administrators, staff, parents, trustees, former trustees, and students. Based on this input and the impressions of the consultants, as well as input from the Search Committee, the following represents a summary of University School’s strengths, the challenges it faces in the coming years, and the qualities and traits the trustees and the school seek in the next Head of School.

Strengths of University School The following are the most notable strengths of University School and include enduring practices and traditions that will be expected to carry over through a leadership transition:

 A deep and pervasive commitment to the guiding principle of “what’s best for the boys?” The school’s motto of Responsibility, Loyalty, Consideration and its Mission that “each boy is known and loved” are widely voiced and practiced.  The development of trusting and caring relationships. Shared experiences across all grades lead US students to feel a “brotherhood” with one another that endures through their time as students and alumni. The boys also benefit immensely from a favorable adult/student ratio and the resulting close relationships they develop with a caring and highly professional staff.  Intentional programming designed to serve the needs of boys. Aspects of the US experience such as the House system, sponsors, family style lunches, regular assemblies, manual arts offerings, etc. are well established to suit the development of boys across the broad age range of US students.  An environment of openness and acceptance. US is not dominated by an “alpha male” culture. Different skills and personalities are appreciated and honored. At US, “boys can explore all aspects of their identities.”  Comprehensive and impressive program offerings. US students benefit from a wide array of curricular and co-curricular opportunities to advance their intellectual, physical, aesthetic, and personal abilities. These include but are not limited to:  A strong academic program. US provides its students with a broad range of academic offerings taught in small classes by a well-regarded faculty, who appreciate the balance between autonomy and commitment to the common good. By regional and national comparisons, its students achieve at a high level. Thoughtful attention and support is given to different learning styles. Despite its strong academic reputation, US is not seen as a “pressure cooker” environment.  Physical Education and Athletics. US has a proud athletic heritage that now includes teams in thirteen interscholastic sports. Participation is robust, with 95% of Upper School boys playing on at least one team. Overall winning percentages are high, and championships are frequently earned at different levels. Much of this success is rooted in the age-appropriate attention to physical development and healthy life styles in the lower grades.  The Arts. Participation and accomplishments in the fine and performing arts are also impressive, as many students find a freedom to express themselves beyond what boys often experience in coed environments. Especially noteworthy is US’s commitment to the manual arts, which traces back to the school’s founding.

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 Outstanding resources, financial and otherwise Thanks to sound fiscal management and a deeply ingrained culture of philanthropy, US offers impressive teaching and learning facilities and programs. Most notably:  Two attractive campuses. The Hunting Valley campus for students in grades 9-12 sits on a stunning 221-acre wooded site. Current plans for renovation and expansion of the Shaker Heights campus (JuniorK-8) will bring that already impressive campus to a level comparable to Hunting Valley.  Exceptional learning spaces. In addition to warm and welcoming classrooms, US offers a full complement of well-equipped specialized spaces for fine and performing arts, sciences, technology, etc. Libraries are inviting and abundantly provisioned. Student gathering spaces, such as dining areas, theaters, and common areas are thoughtfully designed, attractive, and comfortable. Indoor and outdoor athletic facilities are of high quality and are carefully maintained.  Salaries and benefits are highly competitive. US fares very well against both private and public schools in the competition for teachers. Faculty retention is high due to school culture, compensation, and, in part, a generous tuition remission benefit.  A healthy commitment to Financial Aid. During the 2017-18 fiscal year, US granted $4.5 million in non-remission financial aid. 41% of the student body receives some form of tuition assistance.  A strong culture of philanthropy. With an endowment of $88 million and an Annual Fund of $3.2 million, US is well supported by gifts. Notably, US ranks among the nation’s day school leaders in alumni giving.

Challenges and Opportunities for University School and its next Head of School The responsibilities of the Head of School are many and varied. With them will come the inevitable challenges that are common to all independent schools as well as some that are unique to University School at this point in its history. Among these are:

 Provide the kind of stable, collaborative, and authentic leadership that was a hallmark of University School's history. The school community is eager to rally around a Head of School who will restore institutional confidence and trust that has felt the impact of recent leadership changes.  Continue the progress on Curriculum 2020 and other worthy initiatives that balance US’s respect for tradition with its responsibility to prepare boys for a changing world.  Assess how marketing and communications functions can best serve US beyond its important work with Advancement. Give particular attention to addressing the current enrollment challenges in Lower School.  Determine the most appropriate structure, size, and reporting relationships of the senior administration.  Maintain or even increase the momentum of those initiatives that support diversity and inclusion and advance the cultural competency of US students.  Renew the plans for a future capital campaign that will increase endowment and bring the Shaker Heights Campus closer to par with the Hunting Valley Campus.  Assure that the curriculum and other programs are aligned across three divisions and two campuses, especially addressing the most suitable identity for a Middle School that falls between a theme-based Lower School and a college preparatory Upper School.

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 Evaluate the school’s relationship with the city of Cleveland. The school could benefit from a clearer articulation to potential families of the advantages of a US education and from having its students give back to the extended community.  Continue US’s emphasis on the “whole boy” and all boys. Attention to the learning issues, emotional health concerns of boys, and differing individual attributes helps to build the most vibrant school community.

Qualities and Characteristics of the Next Head of School To best serve University School at this point in its history, the next Head of School will be a leader who ideally:

 Possesses and demonstrates an unequivocal understanding and appreciation of the special role of boys’ schools today. This role has changed. In today’s world boys’ school play a crucial part in creating an environment for boys to learn the value and importance of emotional self-awareness, self-control, empathy, and mindfulness. “The rationale for boys’ schools is different than it has ever been before.”  Will listen and learn about University School, will determine with others the school’s best future paths, and will then communicate a clear vision for US in the years ahead to the school community.  Provides effective and constructive thought leadership for an academic community where there will be healthy on-going assessment of “what we teach and how we teach it.”  Is a strong CEO with an understanding of the financial, staffing, and managerial responsibilities required by a Junior K-Grade 12 school of 870 students and over 200 employees.  Has knowledge of all aspects of fundraising and is enthusiastic about telling the University School story, thus continuing the strong culture of philanthropy.  Commits him/herself and the school to the well-being of all boys - and those who teach them - across a Junior K-Grade 12 spectrum.  Seeks to become actively involved in the community and will promote US’s increased presence there as well.  Respects the best traditions of US while simultaneously pushes the school to keep pace with best practices in elementary and secondary education.  Evidences an abundance of those characteristics typically found in successful school leaders: honesty, character above reproach, excellent communication skills, relationship builder, collaborative decision-maker, a high degree of visibility, lifelong learner, emotional stability, positivity, humility, and sense of humor.

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FUTURE LEADERSHIP OF THE SCHOOL

Candidates interested in this position are asked to submit the following materials by July 15, 2018:

 EC Cover/Summary Sheet (contact John Mackenzie or Marc Hurlbut for that document)  A letter of interest addressed to the Search Committee  Resume  Personal Statement or Statement of Educational Philosophy  A list of five or more references with contact information (including phone numbers and email addresses)  Up to three letters of reference may be submitted.

Application materials are to be sent, electronically via email, as a single WORD document or PDF to: John Mackenzie, Partner, Educators’ Collaborative, LLC: [email protected], 614-207-1006 or Marcus Hurlbut, Partner, Educators’ Collaborative, LLC: [email protected], 949-279-3084

Candidates are encouraged to speak personally with John Mackenzie or Marcus Hurlbut.

By mid-August, the Search Committee plans to identify a preliminary list of candidates whom they will interview. From this group they will narrow the selection to candidates who will be invited to the School for further interviews. The Trustees expect to reach a decision and appoint a new Head of School in the fall of 2018, with the term of office to commence on July 1, 2019. Salary and benefits are competitive. University School is an equal opportunity employer

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