The Chapin School, established in 1901, is an outstanding K-12 independent day school for girls in New York City. Committed to fostering both the intellectual and personal growth of its students, Chapin prepares them to thrive and lead in a global society through a rigorous liberal arts education. This education is paired with an emphasis on curiosity, creativity, and integrity. Chapin’s distinctive approach includes empowering students within a diverse and inclusive community, where collaboration and respect for differing viewpoints are key components of the learning experience.
Chapin’s sense of community is deeply rooted in the relationships among students, teachers, parents, and alumnae. The School fosters these connections through various programs, advisory groups, and collaborative teaching practices that encourage respect and understanding. The tradition of bringing together alumnae and current students creates a multi-generational bond that enriches the School’s culture. Parents are also very engaged, participating in Chapin’s active Parents’ Association and in events, and supporting the School’s mission. The School’s K-Class 12 students learn under one roof in a building comprising over 160,000 square feet of learning space, which supports Chapin’s unique sense of continuity and community.
The Chapin School sought an experienced and dynamic Director of Technology to lead and manage the School’s technology strategy and operations. Reporting to the CFOO and leading a team of four IT/IS professionals, the Director of Technology oversees an operationally-focused department in charge of managing the School’s IT infrastructure, data/systems environment, and help desk services. In parallel, three Technology Integrators—one for each division—work with faculty and report up to the three Division Heads (Lower, Middle, and Upper). The Director of Technology liaises regularly with those Technology Integrators and other academic leaders and teaching professionals, so Chapin searched for someone with exceptional IT/IS skills and a forward-thinking vision, exceptional project management skills, and eagerness to work in an educational environment.
The Chapin School was thrilled to welcome Terence Kennedy to the position.
Meet the new leader
With over 11 years of experience managing technology in education, including at New Visions for Public Schools, Terence Kennedy has expertise in daily technology operations, leading strategic initiatives to enhance learning through technology, and ensuring security and compliance. He has coached technology teams and implemented innovative solutions that align with both organizational and educational goals. Passionate for the transformative power of education, Terence holds a B.S. in Computer Science from Liverpool John Moores University in the United Kingdom.
