New Dean Of Student Life Appointed For Greenwich High School

GREENWICH, CT — Thomas Pereira has been appointed as the new dean of student life at Greenwich High School, district officials announced Wednesday.

Pereira is set to begin the position Thursday and will replace Lorraine Termini, who recently retired from the district, according to a statement. (To sign up for Greenwich breaking news alerts and more, click here.)

He was appointed to the position by Superintendent Toni Jones, who said she was excited for Pereira to join the Greenwich Public Schools team.

"[Pereira] has a strong background in student oversight and holds a special passion for building and strengthening relationships with his students and fellow staff members," Jones said in a statement. "Not only does this role uniquely serve our entire GHS building, he'll also serve as a liaison to the many community organizations who support and offer services for our students, including Greenwich Together, Liberation House, Kids in Crisis and many more. I look forward to seeing the skill and energy that he brings to this position."

In his new role at Greenwich High, Pereira will be responsible for "the administration and application of all school disciplinary policies and procedures" and working to ensure a safe learning environment for all students. He will also supervise and conduct investigations of major disciplinary infractions for each of the five houses, officials said.

Additionally, Pereira will supervise and collaborate with each of the school's five assistant deans to develop programs and activities.

"I am humbled, honored and excited for the opportunity to join the Greenwich High School family," Pereira said in a statement. "I look forward to leading and supporting the cardinals in these trying times. I have loved and enjoyed all my educational experiences, and know I have been forged in readiness for this moment. Dr. Termini leaves some big shoes to fill and I look forward to continuing her great work, while adding my knowledge and experiences to help best support the students, staff and families at Greenwich High School."

Pereira most recently served as dean of students at Westhill High School in Stamford for seven years. Prior to that, he worked as a classroom teacher at Westhill and also served as a summer school teacher, football coach, wrestling coach, administrative intern, yearbook advisor and class advisor at the school.

He holds degrees from Sacred Heart University and Teacher's College at Columbia University.