School Leadership
What is the leadership style at The Sterling Hall School? How do the school leaders shape the culture, priorities, and daily life of the community? How does this leadership style compare to that of other private and independent schools, and how might it influence your choice of school?
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Facts and analysis
MESSAGE FROM THE LEADERSHIP
We asked Rick Parsons, Principal at The Sterling Hall School for their message.
They offered insights into their vision, values, and the principles that define their leadership style.
Rick Parsons, Principal
Dear Families:
I have been asked with some regularity to describe the “typical” Sterling Hall boy. My answer always remains the same: there is no such thing as a “typical” Sterling Hall boy.Boys belong here, whatever their interests, whatever their aptitudes, whatever their learning requirements might be. We have a created an environment where boys have a sense of acceptance and belonging that gives them the confidence and security they need to take risks, try new things, be themselves and reach for their potential in all their endeavours.
Our approach is unique among schools in Toronto. We focus entirely on boys during their formative years from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8 – a period when a boy’s life is filled with energy, curiosity and exploration.
We inspire our students by using the most successful techniques and approaches for teaching boys. We treat every one of them as individuals, exposing each of them to a curriculum that is specifically catered to boys’ learning during the key foundational years.
Our exceptional teachers are actively involved throughout the journey, providing support and encouragement. Parents are part of a warm and open school community that is made up of current and Alumni families, Old Boys, faculty/staff, friends, donors, volunteers and members of our Board.
We welcome you to visit The Sterling Hall School and thank you for your interest. We encourage you to get to know us and to see what makes us so proud of our program and our boys. I believe that you will see a school that knows what makes boys tick and what they need to become caring, confident and empathetic young men who are capable of, and interested in, making a difference in their world.
Sincerely,
Rick Parsons
Principal
The Sterling Hall School
INTERVIEW WITH THE LEADERSHIP
Watch our interview with Susie Heinrich, Director at The Sterling Hall School
They reflect on their path to educational leadership, the school's mission, and the vision guiding their everyday decisions.
