ADVANCING THE MISSION
Benjamin Welcomes New Head of Upper School Head of Upper School Fletcher Carr was welcomed to the Benjamin family during a reception on September 22 in Benjamin Hall. Carr most recently worked as Head of the Upper School at Episcopal Collegiate School in Little Rock, Arkansas. Carr’s independent school experience includes serving in various capacities across the nation, including Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts, University School in Cleveland, Ohio, Milton Academy’s Mountain School Program in Vershire, Vermont and Bridgton Academy in Maine. Carr holds a B.A. with Honors in History from Williams College and an M.A. from Case Western Reserve University. “I am delighted an individual of such fine character, proven ability and exceptional background has joined our school family in this senior leadership position,” said Head of School Bob Goldberg. “Of over 100 candidates showing interest in our opening, Fletcher catapulted to the very top of our national search. We were determined to pursue his experience, intellect, education, professional talents and genuine concern for children for this top leadership post in our Upper School. We are thrilled the Carrs have joined our school community, as well as their two children, son Lowell (grade 10) and daughter Wells (grade 9), who are members of our Upper School student body.”
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