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UNA MACCARTHY 

Head of School

 A life-long educator, Una has been in independent school leadership for twenty-five years.
 

Since 1996, Una has been involved in all aspects of The Lexington School’s leadership. Previously, as Middle School Head and Assistant Head of School, advisor to the Head of School and lead Division Head, she has been an integral part of strategic planning initiatives, school task forces, committees, and a strong implementer of resulting change. 

Una: "Twenty-five years of love for this school has allowed me the opportunity to build an incomparable portfolio of administrative experiences. Collaborating with an incredible team of professionals, I am proud to be a part of this nationally-ranked school. We have come a long way. I understand the need for stability, and boldness needed to continue moving forward." 

Originally from Glasgow, Kentucky, Una attended The Masters School in Dobbs Ferry, New York, completed her undergraduate degree at The University of Kentucky, and received her Masters in Educational Administration from The University of South Carolina. She is married to a Lexington School alum, three of her four children have attended TLS, and she has long-standing and deep relationships with generations of TLS alums and their parents. 

Una: "I love what I do because I believe in what I do.  I am passionate about TLS because year after year I have seen the power of its influence in the lives of the children who walk these halls. I am energized and enthusiastic to continue the good work that is part of the history of The Lexington School." 

DIVISION HEADS

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TIM ALFORD

Middle School Division Head

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REBECCA JOHNSON

Lower School Division Head

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JENNIE ANDERSON

Preschool Division Head

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SHAMA HINARD

The Learning Center Division Head

ADMINISTRATION

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Director of Enrollment Management

GERIANN BLEVINS

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Director of Development

AMANDA HALE

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SUSAN O'BRIEN

Chief Financial Officer

LIFE TRUSTEES

Josephine E. Abercrombie (H'00), Founder

James G. Kenan

Betty Kenan

William Young '63

Barbara Young

Nancy Grimes

Molly Strassner

2024-25 BOARD OF TRUSTEES​

President

Vice President

Treasurer

Secretary

Member-at-Large

Member-at-Large

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Shannon Arvin '90

Matthew Mitchell

Alex Boone '75

John Boardman

Bill Farish

Kyle Rosenstein '03

     

  • Lisa Ball

  • Headley Butler '89

  • Marijo Foster (H '16)

  • Thomas Gaines '83

  • Marlene Helm

  • Kirby Ifland ‘02

  • Dionne Jenkins

  • Shilpa Larkin

  • Deirdre Lyons

  • Mehrooz “Mark” Mehrizi

  • Chase Minnifield '04

  • Kayla Monohan

  • Quisha Ray

  • Susan Rogers

  • Donna Shively

  • Brookti Tesfaye-Arms

  • Greg Wims

  • Chris Young '90

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The Lexington School provides an education of the highest quality in a structured, nurturing community. We instill integrity, a joyful pursuit of learning, and a strong work ethic.

The Lexington School admits students of any race, color, national, and ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, and religion to all the rights privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, or religion in administration of its educational policies, scholarship, financial aid, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

PRESCHOOL (AGE 2) THROUGH GRADE 8

 

1050 Lane Allen Road
Lexington, KY 40504

859.278.0501

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