Ted was the founding Head of School of The Outdoor Academy. After years of service, he stepped down from his administrative post in order to devote himself to teaching and mentoring students. His knowledge of the land, history, and culture of the Southern Appalachians brings depth and quality to our academic and extracurricular programs. Ted’s personal demeanor gives students and faculty alike a sense of what it means to ‘belong’ to, and care for, a place. Many students appreciate most the way Ted shares his passion for woodworking and other historic Appalachian crafts.