Letter From Headmaster of Lawrenceville School

 

To the Editor,

Like many members of the Exeter community, I have read with sadness the news reports of misconduct on campus, both recent and in the more distant past. I have also read with care the communications from Principal Lisa MacFarlane. My personal belief is that the administration at Exeter is making every effort to respond to the various situations in an honest, fair, and forthright manner. I respect and admire the approach that Principal MacFarlane is taking, which is aimed at confronting the past squarely, while also trying to keep this great school moving forward. I have worked in independent schools for nearly 30 years, 11 as a head of school. I know good leadership when I see it, and I believe that Exeter is in excellent hands.Stephen S. Murray ’81 Head Master, The Lawrenceville School