Meet the Admissions Team

Bob Hyjek is the Dean of Enrollment for Stuart Hall and the primary contact for Stuart Hall admission. 

Bob joined the Stuart Hall Community in 2024. Born and raised in Vermont, He has spent most of his career in New England boarding schools, bringing more than 25 years of independent school experience to Stuart Hall. Prior to this role, he served as the Associate Head of School for Enrollment at the Wolfeboro Camp School in New Hampshire. In addition to his admissions work, Bob has held the position of Dean of Students at Kimball Union Academy and has also taught psychology. He is a board-certified athletic trainer, with experience that includes working at the Salt Lake City Winter Olympic Games.

Outside of his professional duties, Bob enjoys mountain biking, playing golf, visiting baseball parks, grilling, and spending time outdoors. He has twin sons who are alumni of independent boarding schools and recent college graduates.

Devan is excited to join the enrollment team at Stuart Hall as the Enrollment Officer & Event Planning Coordinator. Her previous experience includes three years of event planning and management at RMC Events and five years of admissions experience at James Madison University.

Originally from Chesterfield, Virginia, Devan is a proud Double Duke of James Madison University. Devan graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management and in May 2023 with her Master of Science in Sport and Recreation Leadership. When she isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her fiancé, working on home improvement projects, and cheering on the Dukes.

Sophie Nelson is excited to join the enrollment team at Stuart Hall School as the Enrollment Officer. Having attended an independent school herself and later teaching in an independent school setting, she has a deep appreciation for the unique opportunities these communities provide students and families.

Originally from Culpeper, Virginia, Sophie joined the Stuart Hall community in 2026. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from Randolph-Macon College and her Master of Arts in Teaching from Liberty University. Prior to joining Stuart Hall, she taught social studies at both the middle and high school levels, led student leadership programs, coordinated school events, and coached cheerleading. Her background in business and education, combined with a passion for relationship-building, helps her connect with prospective students and families throughout the enrollment process.

Outside of her professional duties, Sophie enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, and spending time outdoors hunting and fishing.