Directors' Message
Mr. Will Henry, SIS Phoenix Director
Will J. Henry was appointed Director of SABIS® International School in May 2009. Prior to his appointment as director, Mr. Henry served SIS as Lower School AQC for three years.
Mr. Henry began his teaching career as a social studies and English teacher at the University of Chicago-College Preparatory. As a teacher, Mr. Henry was committed to his students. With in the six years, Mr. Henry was promoted to project coordinator.
In 2002, Mr. Henry joined the SABIS® International School family. During his four years, he taught lower and upper school social studies and English. In 2006, Mr. Henry was promoted to lower school AQC. His desire to ensure academic success at SIS gave birth to the Saturday Academy. Over the past three years Mr. Henry has been a key component to teacher retention and has established himself as an advocate for the students and this community. Mr. Henry is a visible, approachable and down to earth administrator.
On May 28, 2009 Mr. Henry became the Director of SIS. He possesses and displays a strong background in diversity, a profound and abiding enthusiasm to equity and excellence for all students and staff. His staff sees him as firm, fair and consistent. He values the roles of each person on his staff and understands the importance of building and maintaining strong open communication. His "hands on" approach has helped him understand every aspect of the organization; educational, human resources, and business services. Overall Mr. Henry has a strong desire to increase student achievement and school accountability.
Mr. Henry holds a BA in political science from Loyola University of Chicago; MA in Education Administration and Leadership from the University of Phoenix and is currently pursuing his Doctorate in Education Leadership from University of Phoenix.