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FROM CHRIS YOUNG ’90, PRESIDENT, BOARD OF TRUSTEES Chuck Baldecchi has provided 15 years of wonderful leadership to The Lexington School. When he arrived in 2004, the school had recently experienced a period of much transition in the Head’s position and needed stable leadership. Chuck, as always, met these challenges head-on. He worked conscientiously to recruit and retain strong division leaders, stabilized enrollment, and worked diligently to put the school on a path of growth. His love for children and their education guided his decisions throughout his tenure. Chuck’s volunteer work in national educational organizations helped elevate our profile, and allowed Chuck to bring ideas and best practices back to TLS. He leaves TLS in fantastic condition. Our enrollment is at 600 students. The new construction project will transform the campus, and has been made a reality in part due to Chuck’s fundraising prowess. Financially, the school is on sound footing. Finally, and perhaps most importantly, Una MacCarthy has already proven she is ready to step into the Head’s position after Chuck’s departure. It has been a great pleasure to work with Chuck during my time on the TLS board, and I wish his family and him great success. The Baldecchis will be missed. JOIN US IN THE PADDOCK Find a Mentor • Reconnect with TLS Alumni • Post/Find Jobs 14