History
David Wilson and Rene Wilson founded Long Trail School in 1975 with an original class of 14 students in the rented space of the Dorset Sportsman’s Club. The school, which serves grades 6-12, has consistently grown and currently has 157 students enrolled for the 2012-13 academic year. Notable changes over the years have included the acquisition and construction the 60,000 sq ft (5,600 m2) facility with winding hallways and small classrooms, two common rooms, offices and other facilities including a library, a 220 seat theater, art studios, presentation spaces, and a gymnasium. The Founders David Wilson and Rene Wilson played a strong role in the school, with David Wilson as the Headmaster and Rene Wilson handling course registration and college placement for the entire history of the school, until their retirement in June 2007. The current interim Head of School is Steven Dear.
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