Rowland Hall is happy to announce Ingrid Gustavson as the new Upper School principal beginning July 1, 2016. Ingrid comes to Rowland Hall from the Darrow School in Lebanon, New York, where she served as director of studies and oversaw all aspects of the academic program.

Prior to her position at Darrow, Ingrid helped to found Sage Hill School in California, and worked at the Webb Schools and Idyllwild Arts Academy in California. Ingrid earned a master of arts from Williams College and is a graduate of Bowdoin College, where she majored in French and art history and played on the school’s volleyball team.

Ingrid’s former head of school described her as a “transformative educator.” The Rowland Hall search committee was enthusiastic in its decision to offer her the position. Her extensive background and varied interests—arts, sports, history, languages, travel, and community excellence—offer an immediate connection with students and parents alike. A number of school events next fall will offer opportunities to meet Ingrid; her husband, Kurt; and their two sons, Kai and Luc.

“I am thrilled to be joining such a passionate, dedicated, and supportive learning community,” Ingrid said. “Throughout my visits, I was impressed by the strong connection that students, teachers, and parents felt towards each other and their evident pride in the excellence of the program. My family and I look forward to making Rowland Hall our new school home."

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