Meadow Davis
Danville,USA
Summary
An experienced, forward-thinking educational leader with a strong commitment to progressive education, I bring a facilitative and distributive approach to leadership. I have extensive experience working in relational, student-centered environments, where collaboration and community-building are core to all aspects of the student experience. With a deep background in leading initiatives in curriculum innovation, student wellness, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and organizational development, I’ve successfully worked across academic, student life, and operational domains. My strategic leadership in partnering with communities, families, and donors ensures strong relationships that advance both the mission and resources of the school.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Head and Head of Upper School
ATHENIAN SCHOOL
Danville, CA
07.2021 - Current
- Oversee strategic direction, organizational culture, and daily operations of the Upper School; collaborate with Middle School leadership to build a cohesive 6–12 experience.
- Lead strategic initiatives tied to the Boldly Athenian plan, including curriculum innovation and student wellness.
- Chair the Teaching and Learning Committee, focusing on culturally responsive teaching, experiential learning, and the development of a 6–12 student experience.
- Spearheaded WASC accreditation efforts, earning 'highly effective' ratings in pedagogy and student experience.
- Developed a school-wide framework for culturally responsive teaching using the PERTS model and integrated it into faculty feedback systems.
- Enhanced student wellness through new programming and the creation of a Director of Student Support role, leading to an 88% well-being score (Authentic Connections survey).
- Reorganized Upper School leadership for more student-centered support; revised student handbook to reflect equity and inclusion best practices.
- Oversaw faculty hiring, incorporating bias training in search processes.
- Redesigned faculty evaluation to align with institutional and professional growth goals.
- Supervise department chairs and guide academic program direction.
- Launched innovative experiential programming, including a March Term.
- Active contributor to strategic planning and communication with the Board of Trustees.
- Partner with Admissions and the Parents Association to strengthen enrollment and community engagement.
- Contribute to institutional budgeting, including input on compensation strategy and programmatic resource allocation.
- Manage divisional budgets and ensure alignment with strategic priorities and fiscal responsibility.
- Collaborate closely with Advancement to steward relationships with families, donors, and community members, focusing on fundraising and engagement.
- Developed and led regular parent meetings, community education series, and admission events to foster stronger relationships between the school and families.
- Pivotal in reducing 9th-grade attrition by 25% through the development of targeted student and parent engagement events, including orientation programs and ongoing support structures.
Associate Head of School
KENTS HILL SCHOOL
Kents Hill, ME
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Directed daily operations and long-term strategy for academics and student life.
- Co-led strategic planning with trustees and administration.
- Founded Diversity, Equity, and Belonging (DEB) program; implemented anti-racism training and practices.
- Served as Dean of Faculty, advancing a culture of feedback and growth.
- Transitioned curriculum to prioritize project-based and inclusive learning.
- Introduced new academic divisions and strengthened departmental leadership.
- Supervised Enrollment Management; aligned admissions with institutional values.
- Revamped advisory program with personalized success plans.
- Taught in the PEAK program and led student development initiatives.
- Managed COVID response and served as Title IX Coordinator.
- Enhanced parent communication and engagement through multi-channel platforms.
- Participated in institutional budget development and oversaw divisional and program budgets.
- Worked on tuition modeling and compensation strategy as part of long-term financial planning.
- Collaborated with Advancement to strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment between community engagement and school priorities.
- Led efforts to increase community engagement through parent meetings, educational events, and admission functions that fostered stronger connections with families and prospective students.
Associate Dean of Students/Director of Residential and Student Life
BOWDOIN COLLEGE
Brunswick, ME
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Directed Residential Life, Student Activities, Health Ed., and the McKeen Center.
- Supervised 17 staff and 30+ budgets.
- Implemented student leadership curriculum focused on inclusion and conflict resolution.
- Advanced restorative practices and led residential planning initiatives.
- Spearheaded strategic planning for Student Life.
- Led a zero-based budgeting initiative to align financial resources with student affairs priorities.
- Managed complex budgets across multiple departments, ensuring transparency and fiscal accountability.
- Collaborated with Advancement on donor proposals and stewardship aligned with programmatic needs.
Associate Dean/Director of Residential Life
BOWDOIN COLLEGE
Brunswick, ME
02.2014 - 07.2017
- Oversaw Residential Life, Health Education, Accommodations, and Title IX compliance.
- Led student support coordination and taught inclusion-based leadership curricula.
- Designed DEI-focused training for residential staff.
Associate Director of Student Affairs/Title IX Coordinator
BOWDOIN COLLEGE
Brunswick, ME
07.2008 - 02.2014
- Served as Deputy Title IX Coordinator; developed national model prevention programming (e.g., Speak About It).
- Created peer-led support systems and implemented campus-wide professional development and strategic planning.
Director, Women’s Resource Center
BOWDOIN COLLEGE
Brunswick, ME
12.2006 - 07.2008
- Directed campus gender programming; partnered with academic departments and community orgs.
Associate Director
MAINE ASSOCIATION OF NONPROFITS
Portland, ME
12.2004 - 12.2006
- Led programming, consulting, training, and public relations.
- Managed HR, fundraising, and strategic planning.
Program Director
MAINE ASSOCIATION OF NONPROFITS
Portland, ME
08.2003 - 12.2004
- Developed technical assistance and statewide nonprofit training programs.
Education
MA - Nonprofit Management
College of Notre Dame
MA - Intercultural Communication
UMBC
BA - American Studies/Women’s Studies
Trinity College
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Financial management
- Culture and relationship-building
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Visionary and facilitative leadership
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Culturally responsive
- Mentoring and coaching
Certification
- Restorative Justice
- Mediation
- Facilitation
- Racial Justice Facilitation
- Leadership & DEI (IISC, Skidmore, USM, NCORE)
Timeline
Assistant Head and Head of Upper School
ATHENIAN SCHOOL
07.2021 - Current
Associate Head of School
KENTS HILL SCHOOL
07.2019 - 07.2021
Associate Dean of Students/Director of Residential and Student Life
BOWDOIN COLLEGE
07.2017 - 07.2018
Associate Dean/Director of Residential Life
BOWDOIN COLLEGE
02.2014 - 07.2017
Associate Director of Student Affairs/Title IX Coordinator
BOWDOIN COLLEGE
07.2008 - 02.2014
Director, Women’s Resource Center
BOWDOIN COLLEGE
12.2006 - 07.2008
Associate Director
MAINE ASSOCIATION OF NONPROFITS
12.2004 - 12.2006
Program Director
MAINE ASSOCIATION OF NONPROFITS
08.2003 - 12.2004
MA - Nonprofit Management
College of Notre Dame
MA - Intercultural Communication
UMBC
BA - American Studies/Women’s Studies
Trinity College
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