BOARD OF
GOVERNORS UPDATE
The Board farewells Chair Andrew Peterson and board members Keren Blakey and David Gibson, and appoints Nicole Xanthopol, Indy Sena and Monique Sullivan. Long-standing chair Andrew Peterson retired from the Board in October after more than 13 years of service to the School. Andrew joined the Board in May 2008 and became chair in January 2012. Throughout his tenure, Andrew has been on the Board’s Campus Development Committee, chair of the
New Board Chair Nicole Xanthopol.
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Student Services Committee, chair of the People and Culture Committee and chair of the Succession Committee. Andrew has overseen reviews of the School’s Strategic Direction, supported major campus projects, and has worked closely with the Board and Principal Heather McRae on many aspects of the School’s governance.
that instils in every girl the courage and confidence to shape their own future. Andrew said that he has enjoyed every aspect of the role and expressed his thanks for “the privilege and opportunity to undertake the role, and work with an amazing principal in Heather McRae, and such talented and committed Board members”.
When asked to identify one particular highlight, Andrew mentioned the unswerving focus of Dio to create a genuine and authentic environment
Andrew is leaving Dio in great heart and with a clear sense of purpose and vision for the future. His contribution has been exceptional in creating a highly effective
Retiring Board Chair Andrew Peterson
