HEAD OF SCHOOL’S MESSAGE

Dear Woods Community,

I hope this edition of The Woods Academy News finds you and your family doing well. It is a very exciting time around The Woods these days as we prepare for a big renovation. You will see the dynamic renderings of this renovation on the cover and in the pages to follow as a part of our Building to Lead campaign. This campaign and renovation are all about our people and programs. From innovative spaces that will be used by all students, to a new signature space for our library and a new kitchen that will serve as a learning lab and for service, The Woods is poised to advance key programs in these spaces that are designed for the present and the future. All of this would not be possible without your input and support. This work started back in 2018 with our strategic plan, Building to Lead, and it will come to life this summer as the renovation takes place. The Woods has always been a family and it is our family that makes this all possible. Speaking of family, you will read about several alumni coming back to The Woods this year to visit their beloved alma mater, to say hi to the people that helped shape them. I always love these visits. Our Woods family does live our mission to “lead a life of significance.” Our Alumni Spotlight features Molly Shriver, Class of 2012, who is a fine example of making an impact on the world around her. Read more about her work on page 30. We have more alumni teachers at The Woods than ever before. This, no doubt, has a significant impact on our students today. Our Woods family walks the walk when it comes to living out our mission. From impactful alumni to a dynamic renovation, The Woods will do even more to help our students lead a life of significance while at The Woods and beyond. These pages will illustrate it and serve as a sense of pride in this wonderful school. I am so proud of all that has been done by our family to get us to this point and all the many ways we can grow from here to advance our mission in the years ahead. Be proud Mighty Owls. Be very proud. Peace,

Joseph Powers Head of School