Beth Ragland – Director of Outreach and Development
Beth comes to Greenbrier Academy from Huntsville, Alabama, where she has lived most of her life. Beth began her college studies at Auburn University and completed her higher education at the University of Alabama in Birmingham. She has been in the marketing and management of programs for struggling teens since 1994, a majority of those years working with one of the largest providers of residential behavioral healthcare services for teens in the United States. With her, she brings experience in start-ups, working with short, intermediate and long term residential programs, therapeutic boarding schools and Day Treatment/Schools. Beth also brings the ability to manage and assist in the administration and implementation of these programs and schools.
“In the years that I have worked with these programs/schools, it is the children and their families that make this profession so rewarding. From the first phone call from a parent or referring professional, I feel we have a tremendous responsibility to make sure that young lady and her family will benefit from their experience at Greenbrier. Helping parents work through their fears and doubts and then supporting them throughout their daughter’s stay are measures I feel make this time in their lives much less stressful. Watching the students grow, excel in their academics and build self-esteem is truly a gift. The entire staff at Greenbrier Academy is very committed to our students, their families and each other, which is why I am extremely proud to join this team of knowledgeable, experienced, and caring professionals.”
Beth has worked hard in her community to provide support, serving in several different volunteer organizations that raise funds, provide administrative support and man-power. She also serves on the board for Partnership for a Drug-Free Community and is a member of the Council for Families and Youth.
Family is very important in Beth’s life. She has one daughter who just concluded her freshman year of college. Beth’s hobbies include reading, travel, movies, Pilates and spending as much time as possible at the beach.
