Mr. Bicknell Becoming Head of School at The Dublin School

Mr. Bicknell believes in The Dublin School’s mission and the way it supports students through their formative high school years. He shared that “Dublin’s commitment to helping young people know themselves and contribute meaningfully to the world resonates deeply with [him],” a sentiment that was evident during his visit to the school in early October. “I’m really energized by the idea of working closely with all constituents and balancing both the internal-facing and external-facing aspects of the role,” Mr. Bicknell added. Living, studying, and working in places such as New Zealand, Spain, Costa Rica, Ecuador, and Argentina provided Mr. Bicknell with international perspectives on how to create an inclusive, student-centered education and how to mentor global citizenship. The Board of Trustees at Dublin shared how “[Mr. Bicknell’s] thoughtful approach to education and ability to build strong relationships across communities make him an ideal fit for Dublin’s next chapter.”

Mr. Bicknell expressed gratitude for those whom he had learned from over the years at Deerfield, and he believes Associate Head of School for Student Life Amie Creagh has been the most influential figure in his professional journey. Mr. Bicknell described Ms. Creagh as “a mentor, friend, and sounding board” who has continually “pushed [him] to grow and reflect on who [he] is and how [he] can be the most effective leader in this community and beyond.” He expressed his gratitude for Mr. Bates’ “remarkable leadership over the past seventeen years,” and he looks forward to working with him to ensure “a smooth and thoughtful transition.”