School Leadership
mission-driven leadership
Independent schools are nonprofit private schools that are self-governed and independently funded. Each school has its own unique mission, values, and educational philosophy. Independent schools are governed by an independent Board of Trustees and are primarily supported through tuition payments and charitable contributions. They are accountable to their communities and are accredited by state-approved accrediting bodies.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Jonathan P. Johnson ’93, Chair
F. Whitfield Addicks ’92
Christopher S. Cameron
Jill Carroll
Annie Haslam Colquitt ’05
Rob Frost ’86
Matthew R. Kaye
Allison Lacy Lederer ’95
Sharon Lee ’71
Amy Carnathan Moody ’90
Tommy Nguyen ’08
Stephanie Ogden ’76
John Osborne ’88
David Ownby
James W. Paddon ’83
Carey Parker
Ayaz M. Rahman ’98
Janine Stephens
Lisa Stinnett
Mark Taylor
Ryan White
Donovan Whiteside ’10
Taylor Wortham ’96
Governance
Webb School of Knoxville is governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees, consisting of no fewer than nine and no more than 26 members. Members of the Board and the school President hold full voting rights and privileges, ensuring active participation in governance.
The Board’s key responsibilities include preserving the school’s mission, serving as its financial fiduciary, giving generously to support its goals, and hiring, supporting, and evaluating the President. In fulfilling these duties, the Board helps guide the school’s strategic direction and overall well-being.
The President is responsible for interpreting and implementing the Board’s policies, translating them into the daily operations of the school. The Board delegates authority to the President to manage the school’s day-to-day functions, ensuring effective leadership and continuity.
Accreditation & Membership
Webb School of Knoxville is accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and is a proud member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and Tennessee Association of Independent Schools (TAIS).
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