Carl Pelofsky
The College School
Carl Pelofsky brings 25 years of experience as a school administrator to his work at TCS. A graduate of Harvard University with an Education Specialist degree from the University of Missouri, Carl believes firmly in meeting students where they are and nurturing an environment where creativity and risk-taking are honored.
7825 Big Bend Blvd.
314.962.9355
thecollegeschool.org
Rob Butler
Forsyth School
Rob Butler joined Forsyth in 2021 after serving as assistant head and head of middle school at University Liggett School in Michigan. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Northeastern State University and a master’s degree from Oklahoma State University. Rob is a current NAIS and ISSL board member.
6235 Wydown Blvd.
314.726.4542
forsythschool.org
Alexis Wright
New City School
Alexis Wright, beginning his 10th year as Head of New City School, has 30 years of independent school leadership including roles at Bank Street School for Children, Rye Country Day School and the University of Chicago Laboratory School. In addition to his work at New City School, Alexis is the current board president for Independent Schools of St. Louis (ISSL).
5209 Waterman Blvd.
314.361.6411
newcityschool.org
Terry Grigsby
Principia School
A Principia alumnus and retired U.S. Navy Commander, Terry Grigsby brings 20 years of distinguished experience. His leadership advances Principia’s mission to cultivate character, academic excellence and spiritual growth for pre-K to grade 12 students. Terry is committed to preparing students to lead lives of purpose in college and beyond.
13201 Clayton Road
314.434.2100
principiaschool.org
Chris Cunningham, Ph.D.
The Whitfield School
Since arriving in 2022, head of school Chris Cunningham has drawn on more than 25 years of experience to lead Whitfield through bold renewal. From heightened academic rigor to expanded opportunities in athletics, arts and leadership, his presence is propelling the school forward and shaping an exceptional student experience.
175 S. Mason Road
314.434.5141
whitfieldschool.org
Thad Falkner
The Wilson School
Thad Falkner, one of St. Louis’s most experienced heads of school, is dedicated to small schools that nurture, encourage and support each student. He believes Wilson’s motto, Make Your Mark a Good One, shapes school culture and inspires students to strive for excellence—both for themselves and their community.
400 De Mun Ave.
314.725.4999
wilsonschool.com
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