Welcome From the Head of School
	Welcome to Frederica Academy!   Founded in 1969 by a group of concerned parents committed to creating an independent college preparatory school, the Academy continues to be a place for individual students to forge their own path of discovery, passion, and success. My Frederica is where scholar-athletes are equally honored for their academic success, character, and passion for service. It is a place of shared values such as honor, integrity, commitment, faith, service, and appreciation of others. It is a place where individuals grow beyond the classroom, develop strengths, discover passions, and create their own success story while participating, not spectating. It is a supportive environment with low student-teacher ratios where students are challenged to new heights and it is a place where it is safe to fall short, learn, and try again. It is a school that is growing, creating programs, and fostering new opportunities for our students. It is a network of learners who know the responsibilities that come with being a part of something larger than self and who desire to impact the world now, in college, and beyond. It is a place where my wife, Susan, and I know our own three sons will be appreciated as individuals, grounded in their strengths, and prepared to make their mark in the world. Beyond our college placement success and the impressive athletic, art, and service opportunities you’ll find an indelible spirit of camaraderie where you too can write your own Frederica story. Please make plans to visit our beautiful island campus and interact with our students and faculty. I look forward to sharing Frederica Academy with you. Sincerely, Greg Griffeth

	BIOGRAPHY
	On July 1, 2011, Greg Griffeth became the current Head of School at Frederica Academy. Mr. Griffeth graduated from the Deerfield-Windsor School in Albany, Georgia. He has a BS undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of Georgia and a MS degree in Biology from Vanderbilt University. In 2005, Mr. Griffeth completed the Klingenstein Fellowship program at Teachers College, Columbia University, earning a MA degree in Private School Leadership. Mr. Griffeth began his career at Darlington School in Rome, Georgia. During his twelve years at Darlington he held a variety of positions including teacher, football coach, track coach, Head of House and Dean of Students. In 2008, Mr. Griffeth was appointed the Head of the Upper School at The Barstow School, a highly-regarded college preparatory school in Kansas City, Missouri. Throughout his educational career, Mr. Griffeth has maintained a presence in the classroom teaching AP Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry, and most recently Ethics and Leadership. His professional mission statement is “to promote dynamic classrooms of active learning where student strengths are cultivated. To educate beyond the classroom with high expectations and unconditional love. To teach students the value of making good choices and that a life of integrity produces self-respect.”