Gail Ward

Gail Ward, the Founding Principal of Walter Payton College Preparatory High School, is rejoining the board after being with Bennett Day in the very beginning. She recently ended her board term at Chicago Public Schools where she also served earlier as their Chief Officer for Principal Preparation and Development. Gail is also a board member of the Chicago History Museum. With nearly 40 years of experience as a teacher, counselor, and principal, she is thrilled to once again share her insight and expertise with Bennett Day in this exciting time of growth.