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The traits that make Grace Church School special are evident in every classroom or activity: pleasure in learning, seriousness of purpose and genuine affection and respect for others.
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The fullness of a Grace Church School education develops in students a strong sense of self, the ability to think clearly, function well academically, and to embrace coming challenges with confidence.
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Cheryl Kelly, EC Head, Announces Retirement

After 18 years at Grace Church School and 50 years as an educator, Cheryl Kelly has announced her retirement at the end of the 2020-21 school year. In an email to the community, Head of School George Davison said, “Cheryl has always embodied the love, joy and values of Grace. Mostly though it is the love part that has made her so invaluable to this school."

He continued, "She loves working with small children. She loves working with the dedicated teachers in her division. She loves meeting with the families. She loves to laugh. She loves this school and community, and she has been lovely to work with and learn from. She will be missed, but all she has done for this school will remain part of us all."

Cheryl will retire after a distinguished career serving students and families in independent schools. In the letter announcing her retirement, Cheryl said, “Since this is my 50th year of teaching, it seems like the perfect time to plan ahead for some new experiences. I have enjoyed every moment of my time in Early Childhood, and I have done my very best to embody the love, joy and values of Grace."

The entire Grace community celebrates Cheryl and thanks her for all of the ways she made our school a warmer, kinder, and more caring place.

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Any first-day-of-school jitters became a thing of the past when greeted by Ms. Kelly's warmth and cheerful disposition.
One of Ms. Kelly's (and her students') most beloved traditions: weekly author study.
Ms. Kelly's love and support for the Grace community are unmistakable. Here she is with Head of School George Davison and Judy Rivkin at the annual Scholarship Benefit Auction in 2016, ready to party for a good cause.
Ms. Kelly, seen here donning one of her trademark colorful costumes at the May Fair in 2009, cherishes her interactions with her students.

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Grace Church School is a co-educational independent school in downtown Manhattan, New York City providing instruction for nearly 800 students in Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12.