HEAD OF SCHOOL · OAK HILL SCHOOL
Pete Moore
I've worked in schools for more than 25 years, starting as a fourth-grade teacher in Australia. Today I lead Oak Hill School in Eugene, Oregon. This is where I share what I'm learning about listening well, building culture on purpose, and the small decisions that help a school thrive.
Six years as a Head of School
These results are from my three years at Oak Hill. None of it happened overnight. It came from many small decisions, made together with our team and community over time.
48%
Enrollment growth over three years
Record
Giving to the annual fund and auction
5-year
Strategic plan shaped with the community, ahead of NWAIS accreditation
Higher
Student and employee retention
Recent articles
JULY 2026 · STRATEGY
Rethinking Expertise: What Fractional Services Have Taught Me About Leading an Independent School
Building a stronger school doesn't always mean hiring more full-time staff. What our team learned from working alongside outside specialists.
DECEMBER 2025 · MARKETING
Marketing Works Best When Strategy Comes First
You can't market your way into a strong position. What changed when we paired a clear strategy with focused, disciplined marketing.
NOVEMBER 2025 · ENROLLMENT
Leading Enrollment With Intention
One of my biggest surprises as a Head of School was how much I came to love enrollment work, and why I encourage new Heads to lean in.
START HERE · A SIX-PART SERIES
How I think about renewing a school
This series walks through the approach I've used at Oak Hill. It starts with listening, then moves through culture, the family experience, and the everyday systems that keep a school steady.
“Flourishing schools are rarely built through dramatic moves or sweeping gestures. They are built through small, thoughtful decisions made consistently over time.”
From “From Listening to Lasting Change” ~ Pete Moore
Let's talk
I'm always glad to connect with fellow educators and school leaders. The best way to reach me is by email.