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Stuart Hall Welcomes New Leadership for the 2026–27 School Year
Please join us in welcoming and congratulating new members of our leadership team for the 2026–27 school year.
David Blamphin, M.A.
Athletic Director & Physical Education Teacher
This school year, Coach David Blamphin begins a new chapter as Stuart Hall's Athletic Director. Having served the school for five years as Middle School Dean and Physical Education Teacher, Coach Blamphin has made a lasting impact on generations of Knights through his dedication to athletics, sportsmanship, and character development. In his new role, he will oversee the school's athletic programs while continuing to inspire students both on and off the field.
Capri Guarisco, M.A.
Director of Marketing, Communications & Creative Services
Ms. Guarisco joins Stuart Hall from Ogden Museum of Southern Art, where she served as Marketing Manager. With more than eight years of experience in for-profit and nonprofit marketing and communications, she will lead the school's marketing and communications efforts, including creative strategy, website management, publications, and brand initiatives.
Drake Maloan
Lower and Middle School Dean of Students
After serving Stuart Hall as a Fourth Grade Teacher, this school year marks Mr. Maloan's 21st year at Stuart Hall. He has been named Lower and Middle School Dean of Students. In this role, he will support students across both divisions while helping foster a positive school culture rooted in leadership, accountability, and respect.
Kyle Wooderson, J.D., M.Ed.
Head of Lower School
Mr. Wooderson joins Stuart Hall after twelve years in education, most recently serving as Director of Curriculum and Instruction at Archbishop Chapelle High School. Throughout his career, he has led curriculum development, faculty coaching, professional development, admissions, and instructional leadership. As Head of Lower School, Mr. Wooderson will work closely with faculty, students, and families to support academic excellence while nurturing the character and confidence of every Stuart Hall boy.
As we begin another exciting school year, we are grateful for the talented educators and leaders who guide our community each day. Please join us in welcoming these outstanding individuals and wishing them continued success in their new roles.
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David Blamphin, M.A.
Athletic Director & Physical Education Teacher
This school year, Coach David Blamphin begins a new chapter as Stuart Hall's Athletic Director. Having served the school for five years as Middle School Dean and Physical Education Teacher, Coach Blamphin has made a lasting impact on generations of Knights through his dedication to athletics, sportsmanship, and character development. In his new role, he will oversee the school's athletic programs while continuing to inspire students both on and off the field.
Capri Guarisco, M.A.
Director of Marketing, Communications & Creative Services
Ms. Guarisco joins Stuart Hall from Ogden Museum of Southern Art, where she served as Marketing Manager. With more than eight years of experience in for-profit and nonprofit marketing and communications, she will lead the school's marketing and communications efforts, including creative strategy, website management, publications, and brand initiatives.
Drake Maloan
Lower and Middle School Dean of Students
After serving Stuart Hall as a Fourth Grade Teacher, this school year marks Mr. Maloan's 21st year at Stuart Hall. He has been named Lower and Middle School Dean of Students. In this role, he will support students across both divisions while helping foster a positive school culture rooted in leadership, accountability, and respect.
Kyle Wooderson, J.D., M.Ed.
Head of Lower School
Mr. Wooderson joins Stuart Hall after twelve years in education, most recently serving as Director of Curriculum and Instruction at Archbishop Chapelle High School. Throughout his career, he has led curriculum development, faculty coaching, professional development, admissions, and instructional leadership. As Head of Lower School, Mr. Wooderson will work closely with faculty, students, and families to support academic excellence while nurturing the character and confidence of every Stuart Hall boy.
As we begin another exciting school year, we are grateful for the talented educators and leaders who guide our community each day. Please join us in welcoming these outstanding individuals and wishing them continued success in their new roles.
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