Douglas Leek Appointed Director of Enrollment Management

Douglas Leek Appointed Director of Enrollment Management

Douglas Leek began as the new Director of Enrollment Management on July 1. Douglas arrived at MFS as a seasoned enrollment manager with over 20 years of experience in independent schools and higher education. Most recently he served as Director of Admissions and Financial Aid at Sewickley Academy in Pittsburgh, PA, where he directed the admissions team in recruiting and enrolling students in three divisions.

“I am excited to have Douglas join our leadership team and to provide expert advice and guidance to students and families considering the value of a Friends education,” said Head of School Julia de la Torre. “He is an experienced professional committed to student advocacy and to forming strong partnerships with community organizations with the ultimate goal of helping students and families find their ideal school match. He is sure to bring a depth of knowledge and creativity to this important role.”

Prior to Sewickley, Douglas was Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management at The Northwest School in Seattle, WA for six years. He arrived at Northwest from Lakeside School, also in Seattle, where he served as Associate Director of Admissions and Financial Aid for six years. During his time working in the Seattle area, Douglas was Creator and Director of the Independent School Fair for People of Color, which attracted over 500 families per year from across the city interested in independent school education. The fair is still in existence today. Before he moved into independent school admissions, Douglas served in admissions and financial aid roles at Seattle Pacific University, Seattle University, and the University of Washington. He has a B.A. and M.Ed. from Western Washington University and an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from Seattle University.

“MFS’ enduring principles of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship attracted me to this opportunity and community,” said Douglas. “For me, this alignment inspires collaborative and creative strategic thinking, and inclusive and intentional advocacy for students and families.”

Douglas has hit the ground running and the Admissions team has been busy during the early weeks of the school year. “Our energetic new team is eager to showcase MFS to prospective families in the coming weeks and months!” said Douglas.

Dr. Douglas Leek

Director of Enrollment Management

Meet the Admissions Team

Nikki Coleman

Assistant Director of Admissions for Lower School

Abby Merk

Admissions Coordinator

UPCOMING OPEN HOUSES: Sunday, November 13, 2 p.m. Sunday, January 22, 2 p.m.

RSVP at www.mfriends.org or email: admiss@mfriends.org.