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Dear Washington Waldorf Community Members,
As we continue our search for the next Head of School, we wanted to provide you with an update on our progress and the current status of the search process.
Search Committee Progress:
The search committee has been working diligently to identify and evaluate potential candidates who possess the skills, experience, and values necessary to lead our school into the future. We have received a strong pool of applicants, and the committee is actively engaged in the interview and assessment phase of the selection process.
Candidate Interviews and Assessment:
Over the past few weeks, the search committee has conducted preliminary interviews with promising candidates. These interviews have allowed us to gain valuable insights into each candidate's leadership style, vision for our school, and alignment with our mission and values.
At this time, we are pleased to share that we have identified two candidates to move forward in the interview process. While we are interviewing candidates, the posting for the position will remain active through the end of January.
Next Steps:
This week, one of the candidates visited our school for two days. He had the opportunity to meet members of the teaching faculty, the administrative staff, members of the Parent Leadership Group and to sit in on classes. While visiting, he was also interviewed by the College and the Trustees Council.
A second candidate will visit WWS in early January and will have similar opportunities to meet with faculty and the PLG, and to sit in on classes prior to the College and TC interviews.
Following their interviews with each governing body, the candidates will participate in a separate interview conducted by Alma Partners, the DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) consulting firm which recently completed our school’s DEIB audit. Alma Partners will develop the questions asked of each candidate and will share their feedback with the search committee and the TC.
We are committed to selecting a Head of School who not only has the necessary qualifications but also shares our commitment to providing an exceptional educational experience for our students.
Timeline:
While we are eager to complete the search process, we are also committed to thorough and thoughtful decision-making. We anticipate announcing the appointment of the new Head of School in the spring. We appreciate your patience and support as we work to ensure a successful outcome.
Thank you for your continued commitment to WWS. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to the members of the search committee.
Sincerely,
Wendy Jackson, College Chair
Maria Monteverde-Jackson, Trustees Council Vice-Chair
Marilyn Noguera, Trustees Council
Gabriele Schilz, College
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