Message from Tis Dean
Head of School MessageI am honored to serve in the roll of Head of School. Being in this leadership role offers many challenges and exciting possibilities for me as an educator. As a classrooom teacher of 35 years, I wanted to create a learning environment for my students that fostered academic excellence, recognized the uniqueness of each individual child, and encouraged the importance of independent thinking. Each year, my goal was to help every child reach their individual learning potential and create in them a genuine love of learning. I've watched former OUS students who have had this kind of learning experience take this love of learning with them wherever they go.
In my new role as Head of School, I will not be planning for an individual classroom but be reponsible for guiding the faculty to set their classroom goals and creat educational opportunities for OUS students that follow only the highest standards. I pledge to lead by example to work hard to make OUS continue to be the best educational option for families in this community.
Parents choose to send their children to OUS because they know the importance of education. What better gift to give children than to empower them with knowledge and skills they will need to one day create their own futures, contribute to a diverse and changing world, and remain passionate lifelong learners.
As teachers, parents, and children embark on our educational journey this year please know that I believe in the mission of OUS and expect only the best of myself and the OUS faculty and staff as we work together to provide wonderful learning experiences for students at OUS.
Tis Dean
Head of School