NASSAU, Bahamas -- As Lyford Cay International School (LCIS) commences its second five-year strategic plan and prepares for the expansion of the Secondary School, the school has recognized the need to strengthen their development efforts. With this primary goal in mind, LCIS is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Joanna Paul as the school's new Development Director.
Dr. Paul began her career as an educator in Los Angeles, California where she was embedded in the educational community as a teacher, a high school principal, and a district administrator for twelve years. Her desire for less city and traffic and more community and nature transported her to the island of Eleuthera where she headed the Deep Creek Middle School (DCMS). Dr. Paul worked as a school leader at DCMS and The Island School for seven years. In her most recent role as Director of Education and Advancement, she was part of the team that completed a $15 million dollar comprehensive campaign ahead of schedule for The Island School. Her leadership allowed DCMS to exceed its fundraising goals for four consecutive years. She has developed a deep bond with The Bahamas and a belief that this is one of the best countries in the world to live and work in.
In Eleuthera, as both a new mother and leader of a young institution, she was prompted to investigate the best educational opportunities in The Bahamas. Those queries led her to LCIS. "I've always searched for progressive schools that focussed on critical thinking, connectivity, creativity, and community building," she explained. Dr. Paul did her doctorate research on international schools that best prepare students for the challenges of the 21st century. "I was attracted to LCIS because of the school's focus on larger global issues and the skills that these children will need to be leaders in the complex future. I can't think of a school in the region that is making a bigger impact," she added. "The world should be paying attention to what is going on at LCIS!"

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