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Message from the Interim Head of School
AS CHARLOTTE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL navigates a time of transition, I am reminded of my time in the military when I learned the importance of trust. It’s the foundation upon which success is built, and the key ingredient that fosters collaboration and resilience in the face of challenges.
In serving again as your Interim Head of School, I ask for your trust in knowing how committed I am to the success of our great school and to serving our students and our Mission. Country Day is in a position of incredible strength as evidenced by many of the stories in this issue of Perspectives. The profiles of six of our teachers exemplify the excellence delivered every day in the classroom, along with a focus on lifelong learning. This school year has brought exciting developments and expanding programming at Weddington Farm. Our students continue to excel in athletics and the arts, winning numerous state titles. And we remain focused on developing a community where a sense of belonging enriches the learning experience for all our students.
Our strength as a school is fortified by the leadership of our Board of Trustees. Thanks to prudent financial management, our endowment stands at nearly $70 million. Additionally, enrollment continues to be robust with record applications and a reenrollment rate of 97 percent. I unquestionably support the Board’s priorities for the remainder of the year. These include conducting a far-reaching search for our next Head of School and delivering the broad, guiding goals of our next Strategic Plan.
The commitment of our parent groups also plays a pivotal role in the strength of this great community. I want to congratulate the Parents’ Association on their highly successful Celebration & Auction. In addition to raising $200,000, specifically for security enhancements and theater upgrades, they created a memorable community-building event.
In closing, know that I am sincerely appreciative of this tremendous Country Day community. We are forever united in our legacy of excellence. I am confident that with your trust and support, together, we can make our great Country Day even better for our students and generations to come.
Respectfully,
