Leadership
Allen Lowe, Head of School
Allen Lowe begins his 31st year as an educator at Deerfield-Windsor School and is currently serving as Head of School. Earning his BSED in Math from The University of Georgia, he also earned his Masters in Teaching and Learning Leadership from Liberty University. A highly successful Head Football and Track Coach, his career boasts of 35 years of teaching, and classroom experience. Previously, he taught and coached at Riverview Academy, Flint River Academy, and Calvary Baptist Day School. Married to Piper (Rose), they are proud parents to Deerfield-Windsor alums Tanner (‘12), Tyler (‘16) and daughter Landon (‘19). He is a member of Sherwood Baptist Church, and he enjoys reading Christian fiction, watching college football and relaxing in the backyard.
Marie Knight, Director - Lower School
Marie begins her 42nd year as an educator with 31 years at Deerfield-Windsor School. A lifelong resident of Albany, she earned her BS Education degree from University of Georgia and her MS Education degree from Georgia Southwestern University both specializing in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. Marie has been instrumental in implementing curriculum improvements with Guided Reading, Math Exploration and Orton-Gilllingham multisensory phonics program. She continues to investigate curriculum improvements but knows that many times “back to basics” is best. Marie’s philosophy of education is grounded in teaching the whole child academically, emotionally, and socially not only through the curriculum but through the arts. Married to local business owner John Knight, they have three Knight Alumni children- Frances (‘01), Davis (‘03) and Benson (‘06). In Marie’s spare time, she enjoys making heirloom clothes with smocking, hand sewing and applique for their three grandchildren.
Lindsey Kotter, Director - Middle and Upper School
Lindsey Kotter has been a part of the Deerfield-Windsor community since 2014. Lindsey holds a BSED English Education 13’ and Masters of Educational Psychology 14’ from the University of Georgia. Prior to serving as Director, she has served in various capacities including, Middle and Upper School English teacher, Journalism teacher, Middle School Counselor, Middle School Director, and Middle School Academic Dean. Her refreshing leadership style has been well-received by faculty and students alike. Outside of the school day, you might find her tackling a DIY project with her husband, Jake, learning a new language on Duolingo, or playing with her children.
Meredith Pennington, Director - Finance and Operations
Meredith Pennington recently joined Deerfield-Windsor in 2022 as the Director of Finance and Operations and has long dedicated history with the school. She is a 1995 graduate of DWS and served in various volunteer roles including president of the Parent Association and a member of the Board of Trustees. Meredith brings a strong financial background to the role having previously worked for Synovus Bank for 19 years. She holds a BBA in Accounting from the University of Georgia and a MBA from Auburn University. Married to Jackson Pennington, they are parents of two current Knights, Bess, '26 and Jack, '30.
Lara Lyn Carter, Director - Admissions
Lara Lyn Carter is an accomplished chef, entrepreneur and author known for blending Southern tradition with modern culinary flair. Prior to serving as Director of Admissions Lara Lyn served as the school Registrar. Lara Lyn has been involved in the community through The American Heart Association, Easter Seals, and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. In addition to her love of cooking she enjoys reading historical fiction, watching SEC football, and traveling. Lara Lyn is married to Chris and is a proud mother of three Knights Christopher ‘14, Beau '20 and Dylan '32. She has been involved in the DWS community for many years as a parent, volunteer and member of the DWS staff.