[sticklist] - VFMAC President Resignation Notice

[Richard Forno]

All,

I just received the following note from a trusted alumnus but not received it myself yet.   As I am not on my primary computer at this moment, you will see that it is not digitally signed to confirm its integrity and/or authenticity from me.  However, I believe the matter warrants immediate disclosure, and therefore I make this exception to my usual practice of posting *only* digitally signed messages to the Sticklist.  Feel free to verify its contents on your own if you wish.

Have a good weekend,

-- rick '90 '92C


> From: "COL David R. Gray" <jmyers at vfmac.edu>
> Date: July 27, 2012 2:40:33 PM EDT
> Subject: VFMA&C Message from the President
> Dear VFMA&C Community,
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> I respectfully announce my retirement from the position of President, Valley Forge Military Academy & College, in June 2013 at the end of the upcoming academic year.
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> I have been honored and privileged to serve as the President of Valley Forge and the senior leader of our community. Working together, we have enhanced many key aspects of our institution: from raising the academic scores of our cadets, to the successful accreditation of the Academy and College, and the refurbishment of Von Steuben and Hart Halls. We have made many strides in improving the learning and living environment of these young cadets. Most importantly, your support and sacrifices during these challenging economic times have paid off by enabling us to establish a more sound financial position. The people of Valley Forge deserve all the credit for these accomplishments!
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> The Board of Trustees is convening a search committee in the coming weeks, comprised of members of the Board of Trustees and key leaders within the Valley Forge Military Academy & College senior administration, to identify and select my replacement. I will also work with them through the search process to find a new leader for the organization, an individual who demonstrates the capabilities and vision to uphold the mission and five cornerstones upon which Valley Forge was founded in 1928.
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> In this coming year, I look forward to laying a stronger foundation for future success; and to provide a smooth transition to the next leader of the organization. It has been a distinct honor to work with our young cadets, to educate and shape their character development, during my time as President. I am committed to the institution and its continued development of our nation's great future leaders.
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> Thank you again for all your efforts and support!
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> Pride is Why!
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> David R. Gray, Ph.D.
> Colonel, U.S. Army (Ret.)
> President, VFMA&C
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