Our Why
The vision for Goodall School emerged from a deep-seated belief that education should be a joyful, empowering journey tailored to each child’s needs and aspirations. Inspired by our success in leading and supporting innovative educational initiatives, we are motivated to reimagine formal education in a way that sparks passion and discovery in students and empowers families to play an active role in their children’s learning.
After years of experience as educators, leaders, and advocates, we saw firsthand the gaps in traditional education systems—where students often felt disengaged, unheard, or stymied by one-size-fits-all approaches. Even schools that promised a specific, student-centered approach often grew too large too quickly, losing their ability to maintain the individualized focus that students deserve. By remaining intentionally small and focused, we will ensure that each child’s needs, goals, and growth remain at the heart of everything we do.
Our goal is to create an environment where every child feels trusted in their abilities and supported in their unique learning path. By cultivating independence and curiosity, we aim to offer students a transformative education that prepares them for life beyond the classroom. Goodall School is our answer to a growing desire for choice in education. By blending rigorous academics with creative exploration and a strong sense of community, we strive to foster a place where students truly belong. This school is not just about filling a gap—it’s about creating a vibrant, purposeful space where children thrive and grow into confident, capable individuals.
Founders' Stories
A lifelong advocate of choice and charter schools, Eddie has served on multiple school boards. He managed his successful CPA firms for over 30 years and he is a former North Carolina State Senator. Eddie believes students should become products of our expectations and he is excited for the significant promise of student success in our microschool setting.
Anthony has actively advocated for choice schools since 2012. While with the Bill of Rights Institute, he built partnerships with public, charter, private, and homeschool networks to expand access to curricula grounded in Founding principles, civic virtues, and primary sources for K-12 study. As a father, he cares deeply that every student feels a sense of belonging in their school community.
Alicia is a former teacher and charter school principal with over a decade of experience. Under her leadership, students achieved an average annual academic growth in excess of 200%, and her school became the 3rd top-performing charter in the largest district in NC. She believes that empowering students as active participants in their education leads to joyful learning and meaningful outcomes.