Thomas More University appoints Randy Dennis as Head of School for Covington Latin School
COVINGTON, Ky. (May 15, 2025) – Randy Dennis is appointed Head of School for Covington Latin School. Dennis will assume the role on July 1, 2025.
Dennis joins Covington Latin School at an exciting time, with the 2025-26 academic year to be the first under a new affiliation with Thomas More University. As Head of School, Dennis will work collaboratively to leverage the advantages of this new partnership and lead strategic planning initiatives that maintain and advance Covington Latin School’s mission to provide a rigorous Catholic, classical education for the region’s most gifted learners.
“I am thrilled to welcome Randy Dennis as Head of School for Covington Latin School,” says Thomas More University President Joseph L. Chillo, LP.D. “As an experienced and visionary educational leader, Dennis is uniquely suited to lead Covington Latin into a new era. I look forward to Dennis’ collaborative efforts to create a future-focused vision for Covington Latin School, while honoring the traditions of academic excellence and faith-filled formation that define the Covington Latin School community.”
Dennis most recently served as principal of St. Lawrence Catholic School in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. He successfully led the merge of St. Lawrence with St. Mary School (Aurora, Indiana), while overseeing a period of record growth in enrollment and demonstrating a strong ability to unite faculty, staff, students, and families under a shared mission and vision. Before becoming a school principal, Dennis was a teacher for South Dearborn Community Schools for 17 years. He holds a Bachelor of Science in secondary education from Indiana University and a Master of Arts in curriculum and instruction from University of Saint Mary.
“It is a great honor to lead such a historic institution as Covington Latin School. As head of school, I will do everything I can to fulfill its mission that is so deeply rooted in Catholic education and excellence,” Dennis says.
The search for the head of school was conducted by a committee of representatives from both Covington Latin School and Thomas More University and was led by Senior Vice President for Mission and University Advancement Kevin Reynolds, Ed.D. Three finalists were invited to participate in an on-campus interview process that included meetings with Bishop John C. Iffert, President Chillo, faculty, staff, and a selection of stakeholders that included parents and alumni.
Dennis’ appointment rounds out Covington Latin School’s leadership team, which was formally announced last week.
About Covington Latin School
Founded in 1923, Covington Latin School (CLS) is the premier educational institution for gifted and talented students in the region. Located in Covington, Kentucky, CLS serves gifted students in grades 7-12 and provides them with an academically challenging curriculum designed to nurture intellectual curiosity and critical thinking skills. With a 100% college placement rate and a strong emphasis on service and spiritual growth, Covington Latin has been consistently ranked the Top Catholic School in Kentucky by Niche. Covington Latin students are uniquely prepared to succeed in the 21st century, both in their future professions and in service to their communities. To learn more about the school, visit covingtonlatin.org.
About Thomas More University
Founded in 1921, Thomas More University stands as a beacon of academic excellence and innovation, challenging students to Make It More. Deeply rooted in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, this timeless foundation supports a transformative educational experience as students looking to Be More are guided in the pursuit of knowledge, ethical leadership, and the integration of faith and reason. Through the high-quality, liberal arts education provided at Thomas More, students examine the ultimate meaning of life, their place in the world, and their responsibility to others which leads to the ability to think critically and contribute meaningfully to the world. Serving more than 2,300 students, Thomas More takes its place as the premier Catholic university in the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky region, being named one of the 2025 Best Colleges in the U.S. by the Wall Street Journal. For more, visit thomasmore.edu.
Covington Latin School Media Contact: Zack Ryle, director for enrollment management and marketing, zack.ryle@covingtonlatin.org, 859-291-7044
Thomas More University Media Contact: Kristen Gallagher, director of communications and PR, gallagherk@thomasmore.edu, 859-344-3309