We are pleased to announce the Appointment of a New Board Member, LaRee Sugg, and the New Chairperson for our Board, Shareema Williams. LaRee previously served on the board during Lynnhaven’s foundational years. “I am eager to bring my
skills and experience back to this vibrant community. My background in higher education, community engagement, and fundraising, alongside my current role as Deputy Athletic Director at the University of Richmond, has prepared me well to contribute effectively to our shared goals. As a former parent of a Lynnhaven student, my commitment to Lynnhaven is both personal and passionate,” said LaRee Sugg about her recent appointment to the Board of Trustees.

Bridgette C. Bywater resigned from her position as Board President this month. “It was an honor serving Lynnhaven on the Board of Trustees. As a parent of a Lynnhaven Student, I know firsthand the power of the mission and vision, and the positive impact it has on the students enrolled there. I look forward to witnessing the growth and success of the school and am confident it is in good hands with the current Board of Trustees. I wish the students, the staff, the Lynnhaven families, and the board the very best in the future,” said Bridgette Bywater regarding her recent resignation.
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Replacing her is Shareema Williams. Shareema Williams has been a Commercial Lender Senior Vice President since 2022 and has 17 years of direct banking experience. “Lynnhaven School is a unique haven for gifted learners who don’t fit the traditional school model. The school fosters an environment of inclusivity, independent thinking, and creative license, ensuring students remain focused and engaged. Reflecting on the lack of such opportunities during my own educational journey, my involvement with Lynnhaven's board and other school matters has underscored the necessity of this remarkable institution. With significant changes on the horizon, stepping into the role of Board Chair was a call I felt compelled to answer. In this capacity, I am dedicated to ensuring Lynnhaven School meets its educational goals and maintains its financial goals,” said Shareema Williams about her recent election to Board Chairperson.

“Lynnhaven was well served by Mrs. Bywater, over the past year. I am grateful for her invaluable leadership and wisdom while Lynnhaven went through the process of moving campuses. I am excited welcome Ms. Sugg back to the board and to work with Mrs. Williams more closely as our newly elected chairperson, as we enter into our next strategic planning phase,” said Head of School Dr. Casey Hitchcock.

Lynnhaven School is Richmond's only Project-Based Learning high school. They provide a social learning experience built on the principles of progressive education. Each and every student is expected to pursue successes, to celebrate victories, and to learn from defeats. It is through self-reliance, integrity, compassion and humor, that the students embrace and balance the freedom to be, with the responsibility
to do!

Media Contact: Dr. Hitchcock -Head of Lynnhaven School
Contact Info: [email protected] or 804-750-2300
Web Address: www.lynnhavenschool.org

Henrico, VA – Lynnhaven School is thrilled to announce that STEM teacher Brittany Usiak, has been accepted as a 2024-2025 Pilot Light Food Education Fellow. This fellowship is awarded by Pilot Light, a non-profit organization committed to supporting students as they learn and advocate for informed choices by bridging the lessons they learn in their classrooms to the foods on their lunch trays, at home, and in their communities.

Each year, Pilot Light recruits and accepts a cohort of PreK–12th grade teachers from across the country who are passionate about integrating food education into their curricula. As a Food Education Fellow, Ms. Usiak will have the opportunity to develop and implement innovative food education lessons, helping students to connect their learning to the broader issues of sustainability, equity, and health.

Ms. Usiak's selection as a Fellow is a testament to her commitment to enhancing equity bringing a social justice lens to STEM education at Lynnhaven School. Her involvement in this program will not only enrich her own teaching practices but also bring invaluable resources and insights to our school's curriculum. Through the fellowship, Ms. Usiak will receive support from Pilot Light's extensive network of staff, peers, and partners, along with access to a wealth of educational resources designed to refine and evaluate food education in the classroom.

"We are incredibly proud of Ms. Usiak for being recognized by Pilot Light," said Dr. Casey Hitchcock, Head of School at Lynnhaven School. "Her dedication to her students and her innovative approach to teaching will undoubtedly have a lasting impact on our school community. We look forward to seeing the positive changes that her participation in the fellowship will bring."

Ms. Usiak will begin her fellowship in the fall of 2024, joining a dynamic group of educators who are leading the way in food education. Lynnhaven School eagerly anticipates the new perspectives and practices she will bring back to our classrooms, furthering our mission to provide a comprehensive and forward-thinking education for all our students.

For more information about Pilot Light and the Food Education Fellowship, please visit Pilot Light's website.

Contact:
Lynnhaven School
1538 E. Parham Rd. 
Henrico, VA 23228
Phone: 804-750-2300
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.tlsrva.org