Natalie Stapert joined the McLean School community in August 2021 as the K-12 Reading Coordinator and became the Assistant Head of Upper School & Director of Student Life in July 2024. With over 20 years of classroom experience, Natalie is an expert at helping students navigate the social, emotional, and academic challenges of school life. She is passionate about building a supportive community of teachers, parents, and students where everyone is known and valued. As a member of McLean’s “Ally/Accomplice” Affinity Group, Natalie seeks opportunities to partner with diverse community members to create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
Natalie is mostly an indoor cat and enjoys reading, writing, and crafting, but she also likes to get out in the garden or tube on the Shenandoah River.