St. Louis, MO – Saint Louis Priory School is excited to share important news about its leadership. After seven impactful years as Headmaster, Father Cuthbert Elliott, O.S.B., ’02 will return to a more focused role within monastic life. The decision comes at a time of strength and momentum for the school – with major renovations complete and the much-anticipated launch of our new sixth-grade program this fall.

In this spirit of growth and renewal, the Monastic Chapter has approved the appointment of Dr. Scott Welz as Interim Headmaster, effective June 1, 2025. Dr. Welz currently serves as Assistant Head of School for Finance and Facilities and is also Chief Financial Officer of Saint Louis Abbey. Dr. Welz is a committed Priory alumni parent, and he brings deep institutional knowledge, steady leadership, and a clear passion for our mission.

Abbot Gregory Mohrman, O.S.B., ’76 shared, “I am profoundly grateful to Father Cuthbert for the tireless service he has given to Saint louis Priory School over these past seven years. His leadership has helped form a strong school community that is well positioned for this period of transition. I welcome Dr. Scott Welz as our Interim Headmaster. Scott brings to his service an intimate knowledge of Priory from his position as CFO, and as the parent of an alumnus. He is well suited to guide the school through this period of transition as we search for our new Headmaster.”

Father Cuthbert looks forward to continuing to work in the school as a teacher and assistant chaplain. A search for Priory’s next permanent Headmaster will begin this fall.

ABOUT SAINT LOUIS PRIORY SCHOOL

Saint Louis Priory School is a Catholic, Benedictine secondary school for young men located on a 150-acre campus in suburban St. Louis. The mission of Saint Louis Priory School is to provide a college preparatory education of the highest excellence so as to help talented and motivated young men develop their full potential as children of God.