Rectory School welcomes new Head of School
First female Head of School at Rectory
POMFRET — Julie Anderson officially began as the Rectory School’s new Head of School last week. She Anderson makes history as Rectory’s first female Head of School and becomes only the sixth person to hold this position since the school’s founding in 1920.
She was chosen, after a nationwide search and thorough selection process, for her deep experience in independent school leadership, her dedication to student-centered education, and her ability to inspire growth through collaboration and innovation.
Prior to joining Rectory, she served as Head of School at Cheshire Academy, where she led strategic initiatives that strengthened academic programming, increased enrollment, and elevated community engagement. She brings with her a strong foundation in both teaching and administration, along with a lifelong commitment to fostering inclusive, purpose-driven learning environments.
She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degrees in liberal studies from Wesleyan University and a master’s in education from Southern Connecticut State University.
Her leadership arrives at a time of momentum, as the school prepares to open a new athletic facility and launches an ambitious strategic planning process this fall.
“I am honored to join the Rectory community and continue the important work of building a joyful, inclusive, and future-ready school,” said Anderson. “From the moment I first stepped on campus, I was struck by the warmth of the people and the sense of purpose that runs through everything here. I’m thrilled to begin this journey together.”
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