Justin Brandon, a veteran independent school administrator, has been chosen by George School in Middletown to be its tenth head of school, writes Peg Quann for the Bucks County Courier Times.

“I am honored and excited to be named the next Head of George School,” he said.

Brandon, who is currently serving as associate head of school at Ravenscroft School in Raleigh, North Carolina, will be the first Black head of school in the history of George School.

Brandon’s previous experience also includes serving as head of the upper school at the Francis W. Parker School in Chicago as well as director of the upper school at Moorestown Friends School in Moorestown, New Jersey.

George School cited his extensive experience within independent schools as one of the factors that made him stand out from other candidates for the position.

“His personal and professional values clearly resonate with Quaker faith and practice,” said Linda Espenshade Heinemann, clerk of the George School Board of Trustees.

“His commitment to building community, demonstrated collaborative and inclusive approach to decision-making, and ability to meaningfully connect with and unify others made him the clear choice to serve as the school’s tenth Head of School.”

Read more about Justin Brandon’s new leadership role as head of George School in the Bucks County Courier Times.

More about George School