Thanking Our Outgoing Trustees

Michael Ybarra ’98

Krista Dillard P ’30

is the outgoing president of the St. Stephen’s Parents’ Association and also served on the Advancement Committee.

Dillard was an important voice and parent advocate on the board of trustees. Dillard and her husband, Bobby, are both dedicated community volunteers and parents to Bode and Ella ’30. We thank Krista for her countless hours of dedicated volunteering and supporting the school’s mission as well as her energetic leadership of our PA volunteers.

Christopher “Chris”

Oddo P ’25, ’24 has served on the board of trustees since 2019 and was a member of the Finance Committee. Ybarra’s unwavering commitment to the long-term sustainability of increased financial aid, access and affordability served as a powerful and consistent guiding force throughout his tenure as a trustee. His experience as a former boarding student and love of the St. Stephen’s residential life community informed his thoughtful analysis and interest in ensuring our boarding program remains healthy and vibrant. We thank Michael for his commitment to his alma mater and look forward to his continued presence on campus at alumni and school events.

Temple Webber III

has been a dedicated and generous member of the St. Stephen’s community, serving two separate terms on the board of trustees and is the outgoing vice chair and previously served as the executive chair. He joined the board of trustees in 2019 and became executive chair in 2020. Oddo was instrumental in helping St. Stephen’s navigate the COVID-19 pandemic. Under Oddo’s leadership, the board and St. Stephen’s were guided with steadfast commitment, courage and diplomacy. Oddo and his wife, Karey ’90, (comprehensive campaign co-chair) are the proud parents of two St. Stephen’s graduates: Katie ’25 and Harrison ’24. We thank Chris for his meaningful service to St. Stephen’s, which was rooted in his deep love for the school and belief in the mission. supporting the school for many years through the T.L.L. Temple Foundation, where he serves as chair. He and his wife, Mary, are passionate believers in the value of boarding schools and the role of Episcopal schools. Webber played an integral role on the 2015-16 Head of School Search Committee that brought Chris Gunnin to St. Stephen’s. Webber’s background as a Southwest Preparatory Conference (SPC) school alum, parent and longtime trustee provided a well-rounded and thoughtful perspective. Despite residing in Houston, Temple stays closely connected to St. Stephen’s, bringing warmth, energy and enthusiasm to everything he does. His positive impact on our community has been both meaningful and lasting.

The Rev. Brin

Bon

joined the board of trustees in 2019, making meaningful contributions through service on both the Campus and Governance committees. Throughout her tenure, Bon offered a steady and thoughtful Episcopalian voice. Her rich experiences in both educational and ecclesiastical settings added a valuable perspective that deeply supported and enriched the Episcopal identity of our Diocesan school. We are deeply grateful to Brin for her faithful service to St. Stephen’s.