We are delighted to announce that Anne E. Swayze will be joining us as Head of School on July 1, 2024.
Anne has spent over 30 years in New England’s independent boarding school space, most recently as Head of School at Greenwood School in Putney, Vermont.
Ann is a graduate of Indiana University, where she was awarded a B.A. in Education, after which she attended the University of Colorado, earning an M.Ed in Educational Leadership.
Co-Chair of the Head of School Search Committee, alumna Anne Weathers Ritchie ‘70, shares: “I am thrilled to welcome Anne to the White Mountain School community. She will be a wonderful addition to the team, an inspirational leader, and the first female in over 50 years at The White Mountain School/St. Mary’s-in-the-Mountains to serve as our Head.”
I share our Co-Chairs’ joy in welcoming Anne to our school community. I’m confident that Anne will embody our mission and steward our vision. Our School will benefit from Anne’s commitment to experiential, student-centered education. She understands the transformative power of our educational model and will ensure that The White Mountain School continues to be a place where students practice curiosity, courage, and compassion. Her relational approach to headship is a terrific fit for our close-knit community. I’m so excited for students, families, faculty and staff, alumni, and members of the educational consultant community to get to know Anne.
Anne Swayze shares: “I am thrilled to be joining The White Mountain School and look forward to building a community steeped in the legacy of mutual respect, personal commitment, and a deep belief in the longstanding history of the institution. The beautiful setting in the mountains of northern New Hampshire supports the exceptional learning environment both in and out of the classroom. The White Mountain School not only supports a community of diverse learners, but it opens doors to those searching for a home where individuals can honor their sense of self, celebrate their passion for exploration, and find joy in the everyday experience.”
With the prospect of exciting new leadership and the continuing dedication of our faculty and staff, we look forward to a bright future for the White Mountain School.
Sincerely,
Alana Kumbier
Chair
Board of Trustees – The White Mountain School
