Frank Steel Takes the Helm at Gulliver

CORAL GABLES, Fla. - July 24, 2014 - PRLog -- Frank Steel, Gulliver’s new head of schools, took the helm at the prestigious South Florida institution on July 1. John Krutulis, who had been Gulliver’s director and head of schools, remains director of schools.

Steel joins the Gulliver family after a 30-year career at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (http://www.sch.org/) in Philadelphia, where he held several positions, including head of school, head of Upper School and associate admissions director, as well as teacher, advisor and coach.

“We are thrilled to finally have Frank on board and look forward to kicking off another exciting academic year,” said Libby Witherspoon, president and chairwoman of Gulliver’s Board of Trustees. “Our Gulliver community should be assured that this management change solidifies our unwavering dedication to honor our traditions, as well as a commitment to plan for the continued growth of our great school.”

Steel’s academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in American studies (history) from Yale University and a Master of Arts in history from the University of Pennsylvania. His professional career has been marked by excellence both inside and outside the classroom. He has taught middle- and upper-school history and is an ardent supporter of student athletics and the arts. Steel also oversaw an eight-year, $30 million capital campaign that resulted in program and capital improvements at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy.

“Gulliver is truly a gem, and I will work tirelessly to ensure that this tight-knit community continues to thrive under my leadership,” Steel said. “My wife Betsy and I are very happy to finally be settled here in Miami, and I look forward to meeting and working with our students, parents and community leaders.”

ABOUT GULLIVER SCHOOLS

Gulliver Schools is a 501(c)(3) private, non-profit, independent, coeducational, nonsectarian day school with the mission of providing a superior, personalized college-preparatory education fostering well-rounded, successful, lifelong learners. Gulliver is committed to developing the unique gifts and talents of each student in a nurturing environment that promotes academic excellence, innovation, global understanding and character. For more information about Gulliver Schools visit www.gulliverschools.org.