Biography: Jeanne Stevens joined Seattle Academy in 2023 and became the Upper School Dean in 2024. A Pacific Northwest native, she earned her bachelor’s degree from The Evergreen State College and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Educational Leadership at the High Tech High Graduate School of Education in San Diego. Since 2014, Jeanne has taught and worked in Seattle independent schools, focusing on helping students and families navigate the unique opportunities and challenges of adolescence. She is deeply passionate about evolving educational practices to meet the needs of a rapidly changing world. Outside of school, Jeanne is an enthusiastic fan of all things nerdy—from science fiction and board games to the annual Renaissance Faire—and enjoys sharing these interests with the SAAS community.