Seabury Hall announces next head of school

Nicholas Rodriguez has been selected to become the next head of school for Seabury Hall. Courtesy photo
Citing the selection’s leadership style and wealth of experience in the educational field, officials at Seabury Hall say they have found their next head of school.
Announced Monday, Nicholas Rodriguez, who is currently head of school at Corbett Preparatory School of IDS in Tampa, Florida, has been appointed as the next head of school for Seabury Hall, which serves the fifth through 12th grades in Makawao.
Rodriguez will assume duties July 1 following the departure of Maureen Madden, who has served as head of school for the past six years.
According to officials at Seabury Hall, Rodriguez’s appointment follows an eight-month search, during which the school’s board of trustees and a search committee reviewed applications from more than 72 candidates from across the world.
School officials say 58 formal applications were considered, and the committee, which was supported by search consultants Tom Olverson and James Scott of RG175, vetted, interviewed and evaluated a wide range of criteria with input from the school’s teachers, administration, parents, students and alumni also playing a key role in the decision. In the end, they landed on Rodriguez
“We are thrilled to welcome him and his family to Maui and to the Seabury Hall community,” said Clay Sutherland, chair of the search committee and president of Seabury Hall’s board, in a statement.
“Nick is an exceptional administrator with a distinguished educational background, and his leadership is fueled by a deep passion for doing what is best for students,” Sutherland continued. “He is deeply aligned with Seabury Hall’s mission and values, and we have every confidence that he will be a strong steward of our unique culture as he leads Seabury Hall into an exciting future.”
In addition to his current role as head of school at Corbett Preparatory School of IDS, Rodriguez has also held key leadership roles at Brandon Academy and at Carrollwood Day School, both also in Tampa.
He began his educational career as a teacher, coach and administrator at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School in Spring Hill, Florida. He has a bachelor’s degree from the University of South Florida and a Master’s in Education from Greenville University. According to officials at Seabury Hall, Rodriguez’s leadership has been marked by a dedication to innovation, collaboration and fostering a vibrant school culture where students and faculty can thrive.
“I am honored and excited to join the Seabury Hall community,” Rodriguez said. “With its stellar reputation for academic rigor and dedication to nurturing the unique potential of each student, Seabury Hall embodies the values I deeply admire. I look forward to collaborating with the talented faculty, administration, students, and engaged parents to create a positive environment that fosters both personal and academic growth. My time at Corbett Prep has been incredibly rewarding, and I am now eager to embrace the opportunity to become part of the Maui community, leading Seabury Hall and contributing to its legacy of excellence in academics and character development.”
According to Sutherland, Rodriguez possess diverse experience across elementary, middle and high school settings, as well as his leadership in both teaching and administration.
“His ability to collaborate with faculty and staff, foster a culture of inclusion and innovation and focus on developing well-rounded students will be invaluable as we continue to provide an outstanding educational experience that prepares students for success in college and beyond,” Sutherland said.