The Ross School in East Hampton, New York, is mourning the loss of its founder, Courtney Sale Ross, who passed away peacefully surrounded by family. A statement released by the school highlighted her as a visionary and the heart of both the Ross School and the Ross Institute. Courtney, along with her late husband Steven J. Ross, co-founded the school in 1991, creating an educational model that emphasizes holistic learning and preparing children for a globalized world. The school’s motto, 'Know thyself, in order to serve,' encapsulates her philosophy. Under her leadership, the school evolved from a small group of students into a significant global educational movement, impacting various institutions worldwide, including public schools in Stockholm and charter schools in New York City. The Ross School community expressed its sorrow while also celebrating Ross's legacy, encouraging students to embody her values of curiosity and understanding.