As a nonprofit organization, St. James Academy is governed by a Board of Trustees responsible for setting the school policies and overseeing its management, subject to the supervision of the Vestry of St. James Church. The Board’s officers and members are chosen from a list of nominees who represent the Academy, the Parish, and the entire community. The Board meets five times per year to consider recommendations from its committees. The Board works closely with the school’s Administrative Leaders to ensure St. James Academy remains a thriving school community for years to come.
Administrative Leaders
Board of Trustees
Charlotte Riggs
Head of School
Amy Wagner
Chris Wooten
Treasurer
David Eiswert
Vice President
Denise Shaffer
President
Don Greenawalt
Junior Warden
Diane Weglein
Edward Kohls
Emeritus
Jalene Spain Thomas
Liz Hertneck Stier
Suzanne Fischer-Huettner
The Rev. Joseph Cochran
Rector
Thomas Moore (’79)
Emeritus
Trevor Lewis, Jr.
Emeritus
William Berndt
Emeritus
Sean Isaac
Christine Reed
Diana Bessling
Patrons President
Doug Alexander
Student Council Officers
Middle School students have the opportunity to make an impact by serving as student leaders. The Student Leadership Council is composed of five self-nominated and peer-elected officers responsible for organizing fundraisers, Middle School dances, and fulfilling other leadership duties at the school.
2022 Officers:
- Brody Gray
- Max Gray
- Jack Lochte
- Jillian Nicholson
- Ally Goetz
The Patrons’ Association
We welcome all parents, guardians, and supporters of our students to become active members of The Patrons’ Association. Throughout the school year, the Patrons’ Association sponsors a variety of inclusive events designed to cultivate a sense of community.
Patrons’ Association Board:
- Diana Bessling, President
- Gracie Hosford, Vice President
- Jill Rose, Treasurer
- Tracey Long, Secretary, Lower School Coordinator
- Candace Wolf, Middle School Coordinator
