Benet Academy announces new president

The Benet Academy board of directors has named William Myers as president.

Myers has deep roots with the Lisle school as a former Benet student, teacher, coach, club moderator, assistant principal, and current principal/interim president.

With a profound connection to Benet for over three decades, Myers brings with him great knowledge of the school, countless shared memories with members of the Benet family and a grateful heart for the gifts Benet has given him. As both a growth focused leader and a reliable steward of Benet's traditions, he will ensure that Benet will continue to thrive in a changing world and provide a transformative faith-filled experience for many generations to come.

Upon the announcement, Myers said: "I am extremely grateful to the Benet Family for all of the gifts I have received over the years, both personal and professional. Benet is a special community, and I will work to celebrate its traditions while we continue to grow in new ways to advance our Catholic, College Prep mission in the Benedictine tradition. With clear direction from the board of directors, I am energized to work with different departments and offices to make the schools strategic vision a reality."

Board chairman Eileen Galvin Healy commented: "Mr. Myers is a mission-focused, student-centered leader who cares deeply about the people with whom he works. He is a passionate leader who has a deep understanding of the needs of the school and the community. Mr. Myers can speak firsthand to our school's rich history and core values, adding the necessary credibility that is critical to building relationships with students, families, alumni, and donors."

Benet Academy, founded in 1887, is an independent Catholic, college preparatory high school in the Benedictine tradition. Benet's mission is to provide a disciplined educational environment that fosters the on-going religious, intellectual and social development of its students.