Mr. Gallagher on Gratitude, Mentorship, and the Building a Stronger US
In Episode 1 of Season Two of The Late Start Show, Charlie Martin and Jack Nelson sit down with Mr. Patrick Gallagher, Head of School at University School. From growing up in Strongsville as the youngest of five to leading US through a period of renewal and growth, Mr. Gallagher shares his journey through teaching, mentorship, and mission-driven leadership.
The conversation traces his path from St. Edward High School and early lessons in hard work to formative years at Culver Academies with three dedicated mentors, his move to US in 2005, and roles as English teacher, college counselor, and Dean of Faculty before becoming interim, and then permanent, Head of School in 2018. He reflects on preserving tradition while “cultivating gardens,” the power of gratitude, and a whole-boy education across athletics, arts, and experiential learning. Mr. Gallagher also celebrates US brotherhood, alumni impact, and his “why”: ensuring every boy is known by caring adults and challenged to think deeply, work hard, and lead with character.
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Mr. Patrick Gallagher serves as the Head of School at University School in Cleveland, Ohio. He joined University School in 2005, initially as an Upper School English teacher, and later held roles as a college counselor and Upper School Dean of Faculty. Mr. Gallagher was named Head of School in 2018, having previously served as interim headmaster. He is a valedictorian graduate of St. Edward High School and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Princeton University and a Master of Arts degree from Columbia University, where he was a Klingenstein Scholar in Educational Leadership.