Garrison Forest Names New Head of School

11/20/17 — Garrison Forest School recently named Christopher “Chris” A. Hughes as the new Head of School, effective July 1, 2018.

Hughes developed a genuine understanding of the importance of empowering young women to lead during his time at Chatham Hall, where he served for seven years as an Academic Dean, teacher, advisor, and coach. Hughes currently serves as Upper School Principal at St. Paul Academy and Summit School in St. Paul, Minnesota, where he oversees 420 students and more than 50 faculty members. As chair of multiple K-12 task forces, Hughes has been instrumental in the school’s success in increasing enrollment, evaluating and improving its science program, and campaigning to upgrade STEM facilities and redesign the Upper School. He also continues his work in the classroom teaching courses in global issues and ethics.

“A gifted educator and administrator with significant experience in girls’ education, Hughes rose as an exceptional leader in a pool of outstanding candidates,” wrote Kit Jackson, Garrison Forest Board of Trustees President. “With his passion for education, breadth of leadership experience, and eagerness to empower young women, Hughes possesses the qualities needed to move Garrison Forest forward into its next phase.”