Rev. Ronald R. O’Dwyer, S.J. | De Smet Jesuit High School
Rev. Ronald R. O’Dwyer, S.J., Ed.D., was appointed president of De Smet Jesuit in July. He was previously special assistant to the dean for Catholic school initiatives at Saint Louis University’s School of Education and an assistant professor of educational studies. He is the former director of SLU’s Billiken Teacher Corps.
233 N. New Ballas Road
314.567.3500
desmet.org
Rob Butler | Forsyth School
Now in his second year at Forsyth, Rob Butler
previously served as the assistant head of school and
head of the middle school at University Liggett School
in Michigan. Before that, he worked at Whitfield School
in St. Louis, ending his seven-year tenure there as the middle school director.
6235 Wydown Blvd.
314.726.4542
forsythschool.org
Alexis Wright | New City School
Alexis Wright has been head of New City School since 2016. His 27 years of experience in independent schools embody New City’s four pillars: academic excellence, joyful learning, diversity beyond the numbers and personal intelligences. Alexis is a nationally recognized leader in elementary education and diversity, helping children learn to lead for change.
5209 Waterman Blvd.
314.361.6411
newcityschool.org
Dawn Nichols, Ed.D. | Villa Duchesne
Dawn Nichols began as the Head of School at Villa Duchesne in August. She has 22 years of experience leading independent schools with a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education. She is thrilled to
join the Villa community and is energized by our Sacred Heart mission and dedication to students.
10801 Conway Road
314.432.2021
villa1929.org
Chris Cunningham, Ph.D. | Whitfield School
Whitfield welcomed Chris Cunningham as new head of school in July. He comes to Whitfield from The Lawrenceville School in New Jersey, where he served
as the assistant head of school for five years. His career
at Lawrenceville spans nearly 20 years, having served
since 2003 as English teacher, head of house, adviser
and varsity coach.
175 S. Mason Road
314.434.5141
whitfieldschool.org
Thad Falkner | The Wilson School
Thad Falkner, one of St. Louis’ most experienced heads of school, is deeply committed to small schools that provide the attention, support and encouragement children need. Before his appointment as head of school in 2006, Thad held both teaching and administrative posts in large public schools and at The Wilson School.
400 De Mun Ave.
314.725.4999
wilsonschool.com
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