Hayes Appointed Dean of Founders Academy
Posted on 04/06/2020
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March 31, 2020
Cassie Hayes Appointed Dean of Founders Academy Public Charter School for 2020-2021
MANCHESTER, NH - The Founders Academy Public Charter School's Board of Trustees announced that Cassie Hayes will be the school's second Dean of School effective July 1, 2020. Mrs. Hayes is currently the school's Director of Faculty and has held that position for three years.
The current Dean of School, Maureen Mooney, announced last November her departure from Founders at the end of the 2019-2020 school year. With regard to the transition, Maureen Mooney said, "Cassie Hayes is an exceptional choice for Dean of School. She comes to the position with careful attention to detail, ample preparation for the role, and responsible stewardship for our mission of educating ethical citizens and leaders, who are knowledgeable about our history and dedicated to preserving our liberty."
Mrs. Hayes holds a BA in Secondary Education and Mathematics from the University of Rhode Island, and a MA in Curriculum and Assessment from Southern New Hampshire University. Prior to Founders, she was a long time teacher of mathematics and SAT preparation. Bob Best, the Chairman of the School's Board, said "Mrs. Hayes is a proven leader to continue Founders' distinctions in the areas of mission, curriculum, and growth. There is no doubt in the eyes of the Board that she can lead Founders into its second chapter. Her exceptional leadership during the current COVID-19 crisis is a shining example of her excellent work." Under Hayes’ leadership as Director of Faculty, Founders Academy seamlessly rolled out its distance learning program with live, daily interactions among students and faculty. The remote teaching model has met with acclaim from parents who appreciate the meaningful interactions between teachers and students. Chairman Best indicated confidence that Mrs. Hayes’ leadership will keep Founders Academy ahead of the curve.
Founded in 2014, The Founders Academy is a free public charter school for grades 6-12 located at 5 Perimeter Road in Manchester. The school's mission focuses on the virtues of the Founding Fathers, leadership, character building, and liberty. The school provides a challenging and classical academic program including, among other courses, U.S. history, economics, ethics, entrepreneurship and studies in leadership. In addition, there is a strong arts program featuring band, chorus and fine arts, as well as an ambitious curriculum of required and elective courses in standard high school subjects. Teacher and student-led learning includes cooperation, projects, debate, discussion and individual projects and internships. Established by The Founders Academy Foundation, the school offers individual attention for each student to pursue mastery in their studies. Although the school is public, there is an application and possible lottery process for admittance. For more information or to schedule a visit, go to www.thefoundersacademy.org or call 603.952.4705 or email [email protected].
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