The Ensworth Connection

This January, I had the great privilege of traveling to New York City with members of our Alumni Office to gather with our New York area alumni. I had the chance to hear more about their Ensworth experiences, both at Red Gables and during the founding of our High School. Ensworth’s alumni spirit is alive and well, and their stories reminded me that our day-to-day work immensely impacts the lives of the students we serve and the world into which they venture. Former Math Department Chair Joe Brady joined us for our visit. Watching our alumni with him affirmed the timeless reality of an Ensworth education: our faculty and staff form close and long-lasting bonds with our students and build relationships that propel them into the next chapters of their lives.

Beginning my first year as Head of School, I knew I would learn Ensworth best through immersion. As I have engaged more deeply with our community—parents, students, faculty, staff, grandparents, alumni, and parents of alumni—I have continued to be in awe of the greatness of this institution and the legacies it holds. Ensworth is rich in tradition, innovative in practice, and dedicated to our mission—and this has been true for over 65 years.

Our commitment to excellence and joy shines through in the faces of our students, current and past. Seeing our alumni and hearing their stories has shown me the incredible value of the Ensworth experience— an experience that often influences them to return to Ensworth and share their talents as coaches, faculty, staff, and parents.

In this issue of Ensights, you’ll learn more about the connections that continue years after graduation, the memories that inspire a new generation of Ensworth traditions, and the students who are impacted by the work of this community. You’ll see excellence exemplified through the arts, on athletic fields, in classrooms, and communities beyond Nashville. You’ll read alumni profiles that show our graduates using their talents to the fullest and contributing to society as a whole. You’ll remember the people, the adventures, and your own experiences.

Wherever you are in your Ensworth experience, I hope you continue to see the Ensworth connection and the huge part you play in it.

Prentice Stabler Head of School