
Second year of new WRA winter festival unites community.
A leader in joyful learning
Head of School Suzanne Walker Buck has a long history with boarding schools. She is a graduate of both the Fay School and Miss Porter's School. She says she knew as early as the fifth grade that the world of boarding schools held a spell of magic and could always foresee returning to work in such an extraordinary environment.
After graduating from Connecticut College, Mrs. Buck joined Westminster School as an Admission Counselor, Dorm Parent, and Field Hockey & Lacrosse Coach. From Westminster, she attended graduate school earning degrees in clinical social work from Columbia University and in education from Harvard University. She has since held posts at Fay School, New Hampton School, and most recently as the Rector (Head of School) at Chatham Hall in Chatham, Virginia, where in four years she increased enrollment by 36 percent; added significant tuition revenue; increased annual giving by 14 percent and developed a bold strategic plan.
Additionally, Mrs. Buck is the Co-Chair of the Board of The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), the Vice President of the Cleveland Council of Independent Schools (CCIS), and she also serves on the Board of Heads and Principals Association. She is married to Johnny Buck, art teacher, coach and advisor. They have a daughter, Halsey '24, and two children from Johnny's first marriage, Oliver and Nina.
Does Your Head of School Do Carpool Karaoke? Because Ours Does!
Click below to watch a special episode of The WRAp, guest starring Mrs. Buck!
A Few Special Highlights
Mrs. Buck is always seeking ways to help Reserve deliver on its mission to provide an unrivaled educational experience, one that is illuminated by tradition, sparked by innovation and energized by joy. In the section below, we highlight a few special moments and pieces that demonstrate this, from a recent winter festival complete with fireworks and ice sculptures, to a special Achievements piece spotlighting our community members' accomplishments and her first year of thoughtful and bold leadership.
Industry Insights From Mrs. Buck
As a thought leader in the boarding and independent school world, Mrs. Buck often shares her perspective, insights and takeaways on new and existing experiences and challenges in education. Take a look at some of her recent interviews and special presentations.