Dr. Dave Weiner Joins Pacific Ridge School as Director of Admissions and Enrollment

Pacific Ridge welcomes Dr. David Weiner as its new Director of Admissions and Enrollment. With over 15 years of independent school leadership experience and a passion for building inclusive, mission-aligned communities, Weiner will lead all grade six through 12 admissions and enrollment efforts.

“David’s extensive background in academics, higher education, and independent school admissions will bring a wealth of knowledge to this role,” says Head of School Bob Ogle. “We are thrilled to have him on board and look forward to the connections he will continue to build in our community.”
 
Weiner currently serves as Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management at Kehillah School in Palo Alto, where he led a transformative shift from traditional admissions to strategic enrollment management, increasing enrollment and expanding outreach to prospective families through new tour guide and parent ambassador programs. His efforts included greater accessibility for families through a planned financial aid calculator, improved application processes, and partnerships with community organizations.

“Pacific Ridge School’s commitment to care, challenge, student agency, and belonging resonates with my values,” says Weiner. “I’m honored to lead this next phase of admissions and enrollment, and I look forward to meeting with students and families on campus this summer.”

Weiner’s professional background includes strong academic roots and a commitment to student success. A former upper school director, academic dean, and director of college counseling, he also has experience teaching AP Psychology, AP European History, and world history courses. Early in his career, he served as a senior admissions officer for the University of Rochester, recruiting students from across the country and leading the Rochester Early Medical Scholars (REMS) program.

He holds a bachelor's degree in history and psychology from the University of Rochester, a master’s degree in education from Johns Hopkins University, and a doctorate in educational leadership from the University of Pennsylvania.

Please join us in welcoming David Weiner to our community. He will officially begin his role on July 1, 2025.