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About SEA
Leadership Team
Ryan Gassaway, Director of Upper School
Mr. Gassaway joined St. Edmund’s Academy in 2020 from the KIPP Foundation where he served as Director of Instructional Leadership, training and cultivating regional and school level instructional leaders.
Prior to his time at KIPP, Mr. Gassaway served as a founding faculty member, Dean of Student Culture, and ultimately Principal of Coney Island Prep Middle School. Mr. Gassaway began his career in education as a middle school U.S. History, Geography, and Nonfiction Reading teacher, serving as part of Teach for America. He has a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Florida and a M.A. in Education Leadership from Columbia University.
“Middle school students are my passion. I have taught each of the grades in some capacity and appreciate why these years are critical for children’s development into capable adults and responsible citizens.”
Mr. Gassaway's LinkedIn Profile
Mr. Gassaway's LinkedIn Profile
CONTACT MR. GASSAWAY:
(412) 521-1907 ext. 142
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Chad Barnett, Head of School
Dr. Barnett joined St. Edmund’s Academy as its seventh Head of School in 2014. This year marks the start of his third decade in education.Read More -
Meghan Bollens, Director of Institutional Advancement
Ms. Bollens supports St. Edmund’s Academy by overseeing fundraising, marketing, and communications.Read More -
Robyn Bracco, Director of Admissions
As the Director of Admissions for St. Edmund’s Academy, Mrs. Bracco welcomes prospective families to our school and helps them navigate the independent school admissions process.Read More -
Ryan Gassaway, Director of Upper School
Mr. Gassaway joined St. Edmund’s Academy in 2020 from the KIPP Foundation where he served as Director of Instructional Leadership, training and cultivating regional and school level instructional leaders.Read More -
Marian Lien, Director of Education for Inclusion and Global Awareness
Ms. Lien joined St. Edmund’s Academy to guide the school’s Signature Experience program and affiliation with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.Read More -
Diana McAllister, Director of Finance & Operations
Mrs. McAllister spent her career as a finance leader in large healthcare organizations before transitioning to her role at St. Edmund’s Academy in 2006.Read More -
Susan Miller, Director of Early Childhood and Lower School
Mrs. Miller has been a member of the St. Edmund’s Academy community for 35 years and brings her wealth of educational expertise and institutional history to her role as Director of Early Childhood and Lower School.Read More -
Elizabeth Patterson, Director of Social & Emotional Health, Co-Curricular Programs
Ms. Patterson is an experienced teacher and clinician whose role supports the social and emotional wellbeing of the St. Edmund’s Academy community.Read More -
Kevin Reid, Director of Athletics
Coach Reid served as an educator and coach in the Pittsburgh Public School District for 15 years before retiring in 2014.Read More
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St. Edmund's Academy
Guided by our Core Values and commitment to high standards, St. Edmund’s Academy provides a diverse, inclusive, and nurturing learning community where students are known, valued, and challenged to achieve their potential.
