Connecting with the Community

How does a new head of school get acquainted with a school when it’s not open to visitors? A series of Listening Tours was Marburn’s solution to help Head of School, Eldrich Carr get up to speed on the pulse of the community.

Through a series of virtual meetings with students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members, Eldrich asked a series of questions to expedite understanding of the culture and traditions that make Marburn uniquely Marburn!

Some of the questions included:

• What are some highlights from this year? • What were some of the most significant challenges from this year? • What changes were made this year (policy, cultural, events, etc.) that you may like to be continued or discontinued? • What factors outside of Marburn do you believe will impact your preparation for the 2021-2022 school year? • As we head into the spring and summer, what can I do to support you and the community? • What messages do you believe would be helpful for the community to hear? • What constructive feedback do you have for me or the organization?

In addition to the series of Listening Tours, monthly virtual Community Check-ins were maintained as a way for parents to reach leadership in an open forum for questions and answers.

Through these sessions, several themes emerged that were reported on at the State of the School address in February including:

• Marburn Cares • The Marburn Difference • Accessibility • Preserving our Past with an Eye to the Future • Authentic Self

Check out the graphic below to learn more about themes identified from conversations Eldrich had as he connected with the Marburn community.

Eldrich will continue to engage in meaningful ways through meetings and conversations with community members to gather feedback that helps inform decision-making.

themes identified

ACCESSIBILITY

Helping more students so every child may learn.

THE MARBURN DIFFERENCE

Our specialized approach.

MARBURN CARES

We see every child’s potential.

PRESERVING OUR PAST WITH AN EYE TO THE FUTURE

Balancing the old and the new while bridging the two.

AUTHENTIC SELF

We celebrate our differences and are proud and fierce advocates.