Elizabeth (Beth) Coyne brings more than 30 years of experience in education, grounded in a deep belief in the power of relationships and community. A thoughtful and approachable leader, she is dedicated to creating an environment where each young woman is known, supported, and inspired to grow with confidence and purpose. 

Beth began her career in development at the University of Rhode Island before transitioning to teaching at Beecher Road School in Woodbridge, Connecticut, where she also served as a cooperating teacher for Southern Connecticut State University and Quinnipiac University. She then spent more than two decades at The Country School in Madison, serving in a variety of roles, including teacher, Library Media Specialist, Dean of Students, Secondary School Counselor, coach, and Assistant Head of School. 

Beth holds a Master of Special Education and a Master of Library Science and has completed the NAIS Aspiring Heads Program. She has pursued extensive professional development in curriculum, social-emotional learning, diversity, leadership, and school management. 

At Lauralton Hall, Beth has deepened her commitment to the school's Mercy mission as a Mercy Associate. She finds great joy in the daily life of the community—whether connecting with students in the Dining Hall, cheering on teams from the sidelines, or supporting the arts from the audience. 

Beth is an active member of Saint Margaret Church, where she has served as a lector, Eucharistic Minister, and teacher. Originally from Warwick, Rhode Island, she is the daughter of Irish immigrants and the first in her family to graduate from college. She and her husband, Brendan, have raised their family in Madison, Connecticut, and now enjoy visiting their two adult children, who both live and work in New York City. In her free time, Beth enjoys long walks, time with family and friends, and reading.