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The Ely Ransom Hall Legacy Society was established in 2001 to recognize those who have made siginifcant contributions to Woodstock Academy.
Principal, administrator, scholar, teacher and mentor, Principal Ely Ransom Hall was dedicated to the notion that Woodstock Academy should provide an excellent education to the students charged to its care – an experience that would prepare students equally well for further academic pursuits and for life in rural New England.
One of the great guiding forces in shaping Woodstock Academy, Principal Hall was hired in 1888 and stayed on as principal until 1914. He remains the longest serving principal in Academy history. The first person to retire from the principal position, Ely Ransom Hall led the Academy through both good and hard times. On his watch the Academy developed a formalized four-year course of study, significantly enhanced the curriculum, expanded enrollment, introduced athletic and cultural extra-curricular activities, and built new relationships between the school and broader community. It was in great part due to his efforts that the Academy was designated as the Town High School for Woodstock in 1913.
Perseverance, tenacity, a spirit of caring and a belief in the moral accountability of the individual all characterized Principal Hall. Available to students and community members virtually any time of day or night, he helped literally shape the lives of generations of students. In great part because of his efforts, Woodstock Academy has been able to maintain its unique role as a traditional town academy.
We believe that Principal Hall would be pleased to know that his philosophy and commitment still define the Academy today which honors him with the Ely Ransom Hall Legacy Society.
Giving Societies
All gifts given at the following levels are recognized as part of our permanent donor board.
Founder
($50,000 and above)
Benefactor
($25,000 – 49,999)
Patron
($10,000 – 24,999)
Sustainer
($5,000 – 9,999)
1801 Society
($1,801 – 4,999)
Sponsor
($500 – 1,800)
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