Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School Employee Directory
Education Administration ProgramsMissouri, United States11-50 Employees
Thomas Jefferson Independent Day School is a private, college-preparatory day school serving students in grades PK–12 from Joplin, Missouri. Founded in 1993, the school operates under a Board of Trustees with a Head of School directing its daily operations, and it offers a rigorous curriculum that includes multiple Advanced Placement courses in the upper grades. The institution serves families seeking comprehensive education and supports a diverse student body through financial aid programs that amount to more than half of the student population, with additional merit-based scholarships available. The school’s extracurricular offerings span performing and visual arts, academics, athletics, field trips, and clubs, supporting a well-rounded educational experience. In May 2023, the school announced the appointment of Jeffrey W. Park as School President, marking a notable recent leadership development. The campus is located in Joplin, within a larger regional community that extends into the four-state area, and the school is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States.