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IMPACT

2025-2026 BRE NTWOOD ACAD E MY AN N UAL REPORT

THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY

$5,268,656 SPONSORSHIPS

THE BA FUND

$275,238

$1,255,020

TOTAL GIVING

SPECIAL PROJECTS

$3,619,115

ENDOWMENT

$119,283

BA FUND IMPACT R!

RECORD YEA

$1,255,020

TOTAL RAISED

GENEROUS ANNUAL FUND GIVING

100% 100% 81% 19%

949

182 LEADERSHIP CIRCLE GIVERS ($1,969+)

BOARD OF TRUSTEE PARTICIPATION FACULTY PARTICIPATION 73% NATIONAL AVERAGE

PARENT PARTICIPATION 65% NATIONAL AVERAGE

TOTAL DONORS

GRANDPARENT PARTICIPATION 16% NATIONAL AVERAGE

156

SUSTAINING DONORS

NUMBER OF DONORS WHO HAVE GIVEN FOR 7+ CONSECUTIVE YEARS

Brentwood Academy continues to invest in essential elements of our mission and ministry to nurture and challenge each whole person to the glory of God. Giving to the BA Fund helps to provide an exceptional academic experience in a Christ-centered environment.

A WORD FROM THE

HEAD OF SCHOOL Dear BA Family, This year’s Impact Report reflects the extraordinary generosity of the Brentwood Academy community. Every gift represents an investment in our mission of nurturing and challenging each whole person—body, mind, and spirit—to the glory of God. Because of your faithful support, our students, faculty, and programs continue to flourish. This year was a record year for the BA Fund, corporate sponsorships, and donordesignated giving projects. Your gifts supported teacher grants, enriched classrooms, enhanced athletic facilities, and advanced projects that are already making a meaningful impact across campus. We are deeply grateful for every family, alum, grandparent, corporation, foundation, and friend who invested in Brentwood Academy this year. As we look ahead to 2026–2027, I am encouraged by the momentum we are building. We are grateful for the opportunity to continue this year’s progress to strengthen Brentwood Academy’s mission and ministry for generations to come. It is an honor to serve as Interim Head of School during this season of growth. Thank you for your prayers and your love for Brentwood Academy. Together, we are helping prepare students to lead and serve for God’s glory.

Jenny Cretin Interim Head of School

CELEBRATES

THE CLASS OF 2O26

2026 AWARD WINNERS

BRENTWOOD ACADEMY

Paul Compton Valedictorian – Caroline Lindemann Nancy Brasher Salutatorian – Haylee Goitia William B. Brown, Jr. Founder’s Award – McKenna Watkins Andy Anderson Christian Life Award – Mitchell Dunn Carlton Flatt Female Athlete Award – Elaina Massey Carlton Flatt Male Athlete Award – Mason Murphy Clyde E. Swift Faculty Award – Mr. Gene King

One hundred twenty-two graduating seniors received their diplomas during

“The Class of 2026 has left a lasting mark on Brentwood Academy through their

Brentwood Academy’s 54th Commencement Ceremony, held at Brentwood

dedication, character, and leadership,” shared Mrs. Jenny Cretin. “Their

Baptist Church. The celebration honored both the academic accomplishments

achievements in the classroom, commitment to serving others, and influence

and spiritual growth of the Class of 2026.

within our community have prepared them well for the opportunities ahead. We look forward to seeing how each graduate will continue to use their unique gifts

Diplomas were presented by Upper School Director Andy Bradshaw. Andrew

and talents to impact the world around them.”

Hill, a senior class peer-selected speaker, and Dr. Matt Brown, senior grade chair and a 1997 alumnus, both delivered thoughtful, humorous, and inspiring

In keeping with school tradition, Brentwood Academy also recognized several

commencement addresses.

individuals for their exceptional contributions to the school community. Mitchell Dunn received the Andy Anderson Christian Life Award for his meaningful

This year’s highest academic honors went to Caroline Lindemann, named the

contributions to BA’s spiritual life. The Carlton Flatt Athlete Awards went to

Paul Compton Valedictorian, who will be continuing her studies at Auburn

Elaina Massey and Mason Murphy, celebrating their excellence in athletics.

University. The Nancy Brasher Salutatorian Award was presented to Haylee

Faculty member Mr. Gene King was honored with the Clyde E. Swift Faculty

Goitia, who is headed to Samford University.

Award. McKenna Watkins was presented with the William B. Brown, Jr. Founder’s Award, a recognition of the student who most fully embodies the mission and

The Class of 2026 leaves behind an impressive legacy. Collectively, the graduates earned more than $11 million in scholarships, not including the Tennessee HOPE Scholarship, and will continue their academic journeys at 56 colleges and universities across 20 states.

values of Brentwood Academy.

C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S

CLASS OF 2026 COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE AND ENROLLMENT

The members of the Class of 2026 are attending 56 different colleges and universities in 20 states. These students were awarded over 11 million dollars in academic, leadership, and athletic scholarships, not including the Tennessee HOPE Scholarship. The following list outlines the schools to which each student planned to matriculate this fall.

CAYLEE MAE ADKISSON

Lipscomb University

JOHN DAVID AHERN

University of Arkansas

HUDSON DAVID CASEY

Southern Union State Community College

KYLIE DANIELLE CHEETWOOD Samford University

PAULA GRACE ALEXANDER

University of Arkansas

RILEY FAITH ALEXANDER

University of Alabama

JOSEPH PETER ANSELL

University of Kentucky

MADISON PAIGE ALISE AUGILLARD University of Kentucky

JACOB JOHN BALL

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

THOMAS JAMES BAUCHIERO Rice University

BRODY MCCRONE BELVILLE

Samford University

KAITLYN ELAINE BINFORD

University of Mississippi

JOSEPHINE ELIZABETH BLANTON

Savannah College of Art and Design

EVA MARIE BONNAFOUS

Boston University

ADDISON BROOKE BOSTER

University of Mississippi

EMERSON KATE BROOKS

University of Mississippi

CHRISTOPHER ELIJAH BROWN Belmont University

GREYSEN WADE COLE

Auburn University

MEGAN ELIZABETH COLLIER Purdue University

JESSICA DIANE COOKE

University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

LANDON THOMAS COOPER Maryville College

AUDREY RUTH CORNELIUS

University of Oklahoma

WILLIAM BLAKE COTHRAN

Samford University

COREY HUDSON CRAIG

Belmont University

WILLIAM GARRETT CYPHERS

University of Southern Indiana

CONNOR DAILEY

Bellarmine University

KARINNA ELISABETH DEANE

Southern Methodist University

JACKSON RANDOLPH DEARING

Freed-Hardeman University

COOPER VAUGHN DENNIS

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

PORTER MARK DIRKS

Carroll College

EVA MARIE DONNELLY

ELLIE ROSE GREENE

CHARLES PARKER DUNN

ADDISON LEE GUNTER

CHRISTOPHER MITCHELL DUNN

BROOKS WILLIAM HALSTEAD

Florida Atlantic University Mississippi State University University of Tennessee, Knoxville

KAYDEN MARIE DUNN Elon University

MALLORY COLLINS EDMONDSON Auburn University

JAYLA ONALEE ESPOSITO

Auburn University

OLIVIA CAROLINE FOX

Samford University

HANNAH LEE FRIDRICH Centre College

ANDREW SUTHERLAND GARDNER University of Virginia

PRESLEY ANNE GARRETT

Samford University

HAYLEE GAIL GOITIA

Samford University

CHELSEY LAFAYE GOODLOE

Austin Peay State University

JULIA ELIZABETH GOWER

Auburn University

AUSTIN THOMAS GRAHAM

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

CARTER MASON GRAHAM

University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

Auburn University University of Alabama

Auburn University

CAMPBELL SUZANNE HARDIN

High Point University

MCCLAIN OWNBY HARDIN

University of Mississippi

MAKENZI KENYON HENDERSON

University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

CHANNING GABRIELLE HENDRICKS

University of Mississippi

CAMERON EDWARD HERRING

Florida Southern College

WILLIAM OLIVER HESTER

Purdue University

ANDREW CHRISTOPHER HILL

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

HENRY ANDERSON HILL

Samford University

JULIANA GEORGE HINYUB

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

JANE STUART HOLMBERG Wheaton College

LEAH ROSE HOWARD

Army National Guard

SOPHIA SHA-SHA HUANG

University of Alabama

JORDAN HALT HUMPHREYS

JACOB DAVID MAYNARD

SANTIAGO ANDRE PAVON

LILLY BELLE STEVENS

DANIEL FERREIRA HYER

ARKIN THOR MCCLURG

DANIEL MAMO PAYNE

KRISTIN ALEXIS SYDNOR

AVA VALENTINA ISHAM

NYA GRACE MCKEOWN

KELLAN GRANT PHILLIPS

Gap Year

Trine University

LEAH ASHLAN TOMICHEK

Palm Beach Atlantic University

LENA ELIZABETH JOHNSON

SARAH CATHERINE MELTON

JUDE MARCUS POHLMAN

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

KEATON JOHN UGGLA

Samford University

TRISTAN CHRISTOPHER JOHNSON

BEAU MICHAEL METZGER

SAMANTHA ELLE RADOW

Auburn University

EMERY MCKINNON VARN

University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

EASTON CODE JOINTER

LINLEY PAIGE MOORE

IAN JOSIAH ROBINSON

University of Kentucky

Colorado School of Mines

MADELINE BETH WALL

MARGARET LAYNE KARL

MASON DANIEL MURPHY

WILLIAM ROONEY

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Columbia State Community College

PORTER HOBSON KEEN

CHARLOTTE KATRINA MURRAY

ELIZABETH KATHLEEN RUSSELL

Pellissippi State Community College Lee University

Indiana University

Marion Military Institute Miami University University of Kentucky Maryville College

CONNOR ALAN KERSEY

Southern Methodist University

University of Colorado, Boulder Western Kentucky University

Texas Christian University

Auburn University

LUCY LOUISE NAFUS

MADELYN GRACE SCHROEDER

University of Mississippi

Auburn University

TATUM BEE KRUPIN

OLIVIA PAIGE NELSON

ANDREW ALEXANDER SCIORTINO

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Lipscomb University

WILLIAM YOUNG LEE

MEGAN JEAN NGUYEN

ISAAC BARNES SHAPIRO

Mississippi College

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

XAVIER ALEXANDER LEWIS

RACHEL ELIZABETH NGUYEN

CHARLOTTE JAMES SMITH

Cumberland University

University of Georgia

Samford University

CAROLINE ELIZABETH LINDEMANN

KEATON GREY NORRIS-MUNRO

SCHAEFER MASON SMITH

Auburn University

Vanderbilt University

Samford University

JOYCE MASIALA MAPANGALA

ZOË ELIZABETH O’CULL

ROMEY SCHROEDER SPECHT

University of Kentucky

University of Chicago

University of Arkansas

BRAYDEN ANTHONY MARX

CLAIRE ISABELLA OSLER

BENNETT MOSES SPILLMAN

University of Mississippi

Eastern Kentucky University

ETHAN DALY PADLICK

MAKENNA RAE STELZNER

University of Arkansas

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

ELAINA ELIZABETH MASSEY

University of Evansville

Wake Forest University

Columbia State Community College

University of Arkansas Louisiana State University Tulane University Pellissippi State Community College Palm Beach Atlantic University

University of Arkansas

MCKENNA GRACE WATKINS

Belmont University

HOLLIS ALLEN WATSON

Samford University

CASH EDWARDS WAYMIRE

Mercyhurst University

SAMUEL JAY WELLS

University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign

BRODY THOMAS WILLIAMS

Volunteer State Community College

CHARLOTTE AVINGTON WITT

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

JACKSON KENT ZINN

Auburn University

C LA S S OF 2 026

COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES Anderson University Auburn University Austin Peay State University Baylor University Belmont University Boston University Bryn Mawr University Butler University Calvin University Carroll College Carson-Newman University Case Western Reserve University Cedarville University Centre College Christian Brothers University Clark University Clemson University Coastal Carolina University College of Charleston Colorado School of Mines Columbia State Community College Covenant College Cumberland University Davidson College DePaul University DePauw University Drexel University East Tennessee State University Eastern Kentucky University Elon University Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Flagler College Florida Atlantic University Florida Southern University Fordham University Freed-Hardeman University Furman University

Georgetown University Hanover College Harding University High Point University Hillsdale College Indiana University King University Lee University Lipscomb University Louisiana State University Loyola University Chicago Loyola University Maryland Lynn University Marion Military Institute Maryville College Mercyhurst University Miami University Michigan State University Middle Tennessee State University Mississippi College Mississippi State University Montana State University Ohio State University Oklahoma State University Pace University Palm Beach Atlantic University Pellissippi State Community College Pennsylvania State University Pepperdine University Point Loma Nazarene University Purdue University Rice University Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Salve Regina University Samford University Savannah College of Art and Design Sewanee: The University of the South

Southern Methodist University Southern Union State Community College Southwest Mississippi Community College Spring Hill College Stephens College Stetson University Suffolk University Swarthmore College Tennessee State University Tennessee Technological University Texas A&M University Texas Christian University Texas Tech University Thomas More University Trevecca Nazarene University

Trine University Tulane University United States Naval Academy University of Alabama University of Alabama, Huntsville University of Arkansas University of Central Arkansas University of Chicago University of Colorado, Boulder University of Denver University of Evansville University of Florida University of Georgia University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign University of Kentucky University of Louisville University of Memphis University of Mississippi University of Missouri University of Montana University of North Carolina, Charlotte

University of Oklahoma University of Portland University of South Carolina University of Southern Indiana University of St. Andrews University of Tampa University of Tennessee, Chattanooga University of Tennessee, Knoxville University of Tennessee, Martin University of Tennessee Southern University of Virginia Vanderbilt University Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Volunteer State Community College Wabash College Wake Forest University Western Kentucky University Westmont College Wheaton College

CHILDREN OF ALUMNI 10

Hudson Casey ’26 Alicia Miller Casey ’98

Mallory Edmondson ’26 Thomas Edmondson ’94

Olivia Fox ’26 David Fox ’95

Hannah Fridrich ’26 Heather Knapp Fridrich ’93

Betsy Gower ’26 Amy Fulcher Gower ’94

Ellie Greene ’26 Amy Rutledge Green ’98

Henry Hill ’26 Meredith Kenny Hill ’00

Jane Holmberg ’26 Merritt Compton Holmberg ’96

Linley Moore ’26 Darrell Moore ’97

Charlotte Smith ’26 Schaefer Smith ’26 Bridget Woolems Smith ’93

SEVEN-YEAR CLUB S ECO N D A NNUA L C E LE B RAT I ON BR EAKFAST

The alumni and development team continued a tradition this year of celebrating our 20 students who have attended Brentwood Academy all seven years, from 6th grade through senior year. This class of seven-year students is unique because they are the final class to have experienced the uncertainty and resilience of the ever-changing 2020 school year while walking the halls of Brentwood Academy together. During the celebration, Mrs. Jennifer Ann Clark ’97 and Mrs. Kim Elliott ’95 reflected on the joy of watching these students mature over the years. They fondly remembered the “wide-eyed and curious” 6th graders and praised the remarkable young adults they have become – seniors now “ready to leave the nest” as bolder, more confident, and purpose-driven young adults. As the Class of 2026 prepares to step into their next chapter, Brentwood Academy celebrates not only their academic achievement, but also the relationships, memories, and community built over seven unforgettable years. Brentwood Academy thanks our 7-Year Club families for many wonderful years!

COACH

Carlton Flatt 1943-2026 By Bill Traughber ’73 I am a son of Brentwood Academy; therefore, I am related to Coach Carlton Flatt. Coach Flatt stood for more than winning. He was a role model, and the lessons taught to us have endured. Coach Flatt’s dedication was not only devoted to his players, but also aiding in molding Brentwood Academy into a learning institution of greatness. Coach Flatt’s accomplishments speak for themselves; 10 state championships with a record of 355-68-3 while retiring as the state’s all-time winningest coach (ranking eighth in the country) and 10 state runners-up. He is a member of several halls of fame including the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame (2014). His achievements go on and on. But there was more to Coach Flatt than records.

When Coach Flatt observed the first football practices in the summer of 1970, he told us with firmness that we would graduate as winners. That was a remarkable statement considering we were practicing in a cow pasture with about 30 players. And we would not have a home field or gymnasium until two years later. Coach Paul “Bear” Bryant had his “Junction Boys” while Coach Flatt had his “Cow Pasture Boys.” Our co-ed school had an enrollment of 110 students in the first year. I was one of several sophomores in the lead class, with the rest mostly seventh through ninth graders. We were so young that most of our games were played against B-teams all on opposing teams’ fields. Only 10 of those original 30 players stayed at BA and graduated. Coach Flatt’s prophecy was correct. Every football player that graduated has a winning career record with only one losing season ever (1971) in his 34 years of coaching at Brentwood Academy. That was the first year playing a full varsity schedule. We were still young. Incredibly, it only took five seasons for BA to win its first state championship (1974) with four of the original “Cow Pasture Boys” playing in their final game. Coach Flatt never cut a player during his coaching career. He never knew which players were going to turn out to be good. And what you can learn from football, whether you are in a game or not, will stay with you your entire life. He felt that football was a great endeavor to be involved in.

Hundreds of us shared the same experiences such as all those long bus rides, Coach Flatt’s fiery halftime talks, dreading to watch game film after we played poorly, and of course, those awful hot summer two-a-days with 40-yard wind sprints to end practice. On the football field, Coach Flatt was a perfectionist, but many believed he was controversial. He was very competitive and didn’t like to lose. Coach Flatt had to live with accusations and criticism throughout his coaching career. I’m sure he was concerned and sometimes hurt by those accusations, especially those without merit. But to those that knew him, Coach Flatt was a man of compassion. A special time for all of us happened after practice, when we would huddle around

from the locker room to the field before a game, there was a feeling of love,

Coach Flatt for a talk. Sometimes, it was personal, like when he told one group he

confidence, and excitement that would flood over him because Coach Flatt was on

loved them, but not like he loved his daughters. He would remind his players to go

his side. He felt that Coach Flatt’s presence was worth numerous victories in games

home and kiss their mothers. Coach Flatt left one practice early to visit a player’s

maybe they should have lost. That player said he got goose bumps thinking about

mother in the hospital without telling anyone. He would always end those talks

the time he played for Coach Flatt.

pointing to the school and saying, “To the House!” Another former player said when he was in college in Chattanooga he was Once the mother of three brothers

diagnosed with Stage 3 melanoma. Two weeks later he had surgery, and after

that graduated from BA and played

waking up groggy and rubbing his blurry eyes in the recovery room, standing over

football for Coach Flatt died and was

him were Coach Flatt and Coach Ray Dalton.

buried in Shreveport, LA. This is about a 10-hour drive from Brentwood. The

The player said he didn’t know how they learned of his surgery let alone how they

day of the funeral, Coach Flatt and

sneaked onto the hospital elevator to the recovery room floor. The player said that

two of his assistant coaches walked

even his mother was unable to sneak into the recovery room, and that was saying

in unannounced, surprising the trio of

a lot.

brothers. They drove back the same day. The brothers never forgot that

In the locker room after BA’s first 5A state championship game, Coach Flatt began

gesture in their time of grief.

talking to his seniors. The first person he recognized was the manager who never played a down, but he praised him as if he was one of the best players. Coach

One former player said that when

Flatt said he appreciated his hard work and noted how if the team ever needed

Coach Flatt led the team in the walk

anything, that manager was always there to help.

One player who did not play very much told Coach Flatt after his junior season he wanted to quit playing football because he didn’t enjoy it. Coach Flatt encouraged him to wait and think it out acknowledging he wouldn’t play much, but still wanted him on the team. The player finished out his senior season and years later realized that Coach Flatt wanted him to stay because it would make him a better person in life. The player said he would have always regretted quitting after his junior year. There are countless documented testimonies like these from Coach Flatt’s former players. After retiring in 2007, Coach Flatt taught and coached at Eagleville High School at the request of an administrator and friend. He coached the seventh and eighth grade teams for two years, commuting each day from his Brentwood home. Those teams never lost a game. Coach Flatt continued to stay active and was asked to coach the seventh and eighth grade team at Brentwood Academy. He took this coaching assignment so seriously that he would personally scout the opposing teams when possible. After a few years of coaching BA, those teams also never lost a game. Coach Flatt always gave credit to his success by surrounding himself with great assistant coaches. Jimmy Gentry and Ray Dalton were legendary coaches, dedicating themselves to Brentwood Academy for over 20 years. His reliable lifelong friend and Austin Peay teammate, Arnold Huskey, coached for six years (1971-76), helping to build the new football program. I am proud and honored to say that I am one of “Carlton’s Boys.” Original article posted in the Williamson Herald on April 1, 2026. Bill Traughber played football the first three years (1970-72) for Brentwood Academy and was in the first graduating class (1973). He is BA’s oldest former football player.

Carlton Flatt Field The Carlton Flatt field has entered an exciting new chapter with the installation

The result is a high-quality playing surface that can withstand year-round use

of a new turf surface. This project replaces the previous turf, which served the

and unpredictable weather. With improved drainage and consistency, teams

school well for years and had reached the end of its lifespan. The new surface

can practice and compete with greater reliability.

ensures improved safety, performance, and durability for today’s studentathletes.

Beyond athletics, the field continues to serve as a central gathering place for the BA community. This meaningful investment reflects the lasting impact of

Replacing a turf field is a detailed and carefully managed process. First, the

donor generosity, ensuring that the Carlton Flatt Field remains a place where

existing turf is removed and recycled where possible. The underlying base is

students grow, compete, and create lasting memories as they are nurtured

then inspected and leveled to ensure proper drainage and stability, followed

and challenged–to the glory of God–for years to come.

by rolling out and securing the new turf carpet. Finally, infill materials are added and brushed into the surface to provide cushioning and support, with field markings precisely integrated throughout.

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the locker room Well, I’m holed up in the game And I’m thinkin’ ’bout football All those years ago in same the Today in life it’s just grit my teeth I’ll say a prayer then ’ tails Let’s kick their flippin be me Do Lord oh let Tough as nails be Oh Do Lord oh let me ls Tough as nai

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- Gordon Kennedy ’78

to sweet thing Well, you cannot talk levue On the day we play Bel steady ng goi There’ll be time for we must go But there’s this team through ory is found They say the key to vict in the details Do Lord oh let me be Tough as nails

Coach Flatt faithfully served Brentwood Academy from 1969 to 2006, shaping generations of young men through his leadership, discipline, and unwavering commitment to excellence. During his remarkable coaching career, he led BA to ten state championships and ten state runner-up finishes, compiling an extraordinary career record of 355-68-3, which ranks third all-time in Tennessee high school football history. Beyond the wins and championships, Coach Flatt’s influence reached far deeper than the scoreboard. His impact was so significant that the Brentwood Academy football field proudly bears his name, a permanent reminder of the legacy he built and the standard he set. Coach Flatt’s contributions to the game of football were widely recognized. He was inducted into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame, the Tennessee Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame, the Austin Peay Athletics Hall of Fame, and the Middle Tennessee Football Officials Association Coaches Hall of Fame. In addition, The Tennessean honored him as the coach of its All-Legends Team, celebrating the greatest Nashville-area high school football players from 1960–2019. Most importantly, Coach Flatt will be remembered for his devotion to Christ and to the countless lives he impacted as a mentor, teacher, and role model. His legacy lives on in the values he instilled, the relationships he forged, and the example he set for servant leadership. We extend our deepest condolences to his wife and former BA faculty member Judy, as well as his daughters Grace Ann ’90, Lara ’04, and Lisa ’01 and his many grandchildren, during this time of loss. We grieve alongside them while giving thanks for a life well lived and a legacy that will forever be woven into the fabric of Brentwood Academy.

Scan to listen to the song “Tough as Nails”

COACH CARLTON FLATT

Tough as Nails

COMMITMENT AND LEADERSHIP A new chapter after years of faithful service

Brentwood Academy honored three beloved faculty and staff members at a retirement reception held on May 11 in the Rock event gym. Family members, colleagues, alumni, students, and friends gathered to celebrate the lasting impact each retiree has made on the BA community through years of faithful service. This year’s retirees include Mrs. Rhonda Brown, who served Brentwood Academy for 25 years in the science department and as a coach, Mike Corter, who dedicated 19 years to the school in maintenance, and Alan Killingsworth, who worked with BA athletics as a trainer for 17 years. Together, they represent more than six decades of commitment, leadership, and care for generations of BA students and families. As they begin this new chapter, the Brentwood Academy community is grateful for their contributions and wishes them every blessing in retirement.

“

Brentwood Academy is truly a special place. The relationships with peers, teachers, and coaches helped solidify a foundation in Christ that has prepared me for post BA life. Especially with young kids of my own now, I have more of an appreciation for the lessons and values that were instilled in me during such transformative years. As an alum, I am happy to give back since I know firsthand how the mission has positively impacted my life and how I see it continue to impact the entire Brentwood and Middle TN community!

BRENTWOOD ACADEMY

— Nate Renfro ’11

DAY OF GIVING “

I would definitely classify my giving to

Our fourth annual Alumni and Parents of Alumni Day of Giving took place on March 31. This 24-hour online fundraising event allows alumni and parents of alumni to come together to support Brentwood Academy’s most important annual giving initiative, the BA Fund.

Brentwood Academy as joyful giving because it is easy to give back to a school that had such a positive impact on my early life. The personal foundation built within me at BA still lives with me today. The spiritual guidance, desire for lifelong learning, and love of athletics were all formed with the help of BA teachers and coaches. I believe that is still happening with today’s BA students. I give in hopes that all that I received from BA will continue to be realized by students for generations to come.

Surprise goody bags were sent to donors from the Class of 2003 as a thank you for being the class with the highest giving participation.

— Mike Wilson ’74 19

MEMORIAL TEACHER GRANTS

Each year, faculty members are offered the opportunity to apply for and receive grants established to honor the memory of two former Brentwood Academy employees for their dedication to the school’s mission.

Cindy Tripp Grant

For many years, the Cindy Tripp Memorial Endowment Grant has honored the legacy of Mrs. Cindy Tripp, former Dean of Faculty and a beloved educator who faithfully served the Brentwood Academy community for nearly three decades. Cindy’s heart for others was captured in the mission she lived out daily: “To aid in the flourishing of others.” Through her encouragement, mentorship, and example, she inspired faculty members toward lifelong learning, intellectual curiosity, and personal growth. In that same spirit, the endowment grant is awarded each year to faculty and staff members who pursue meaningful opportunities to enrich their personal and professional lives. This year’s recipients of the 2026 Cindy Tripp Memorial Endowment Grant are Director of Creative Services & Brand Management Phil Goodman and Director of Technology & Robotics Chris Allen. Mr. Goodman will use the grant to travel with his wife, Mrs. Jaye Goodman, Associate Director of College Counseling, to the coastal regions of South Carolina and Georgia. Their time away will provide space to rest, reconnect, enjoy outdoor activities, and explore the rich history and beauty of the coastal South. Mr. Allen will participate in The Analog Lab’s Tech Mentoring Online Program, an intensive one-on-one training course in electronics and audio equipment repair. A longtime hobbyist in the field, he hopes to gain a deeper understanding of how audio systems operate.

Mrs. Janet Laws and Mr. Tim Reid present to award winners Mr. Phil Goodman and Mr. Chris Allen

COMING UP AT BA HOMECOMING 2026

Friday, October 23, 2026 B R E N T W O O D A C A D E M Y V S . FAT H E R R YA N

Charlotte Callis Grant

Ms. Allie Raab ’18, Mrs. Jenifferlee Dager, Mrs. Katelyn Martin, Mrs. Tessa Tiner

The Charlotte Callis Memorial Enrichment Grant was established in loving memory of Charlotte Sheriff Callis, a 1984 graduate of Brentwood Academy and a cherished member of the BA business office staff. Charlotte and her family shared a deep and enduring connection with Brentwood Academy, beginning with her father, Bill, who served as one of the school’s earliest board members and played a foundational role in establishing BA. Following Charlotte’s passing, her husband, Jay, created this grant to honor her memory by providing Brentwood Academy faculty and staff with opportunities for joy, renewal, and meaningful personal enrichment. This year’s recipients reflect the spirit of curiosity, adventure, and restoration that defined Charlotte’s life. Mrs. Tessa Tiner, Upper School French teacher, will celebrate a milestone birthday with a trip to France alongside her daughter, Linney, revisiting a place that first sparked her love for language and culture. Ms. Allie Raab ’18, Upper School math teacher and swim coach, will travel to Canada with her younger brother, where they plan to experience the beauty of God’s creation through outdoor adventures and time together. Mrs. Katelyn Martin, Middle School science teacher and cross country coach, inspired by her passion for science and space exploration, will visit the Kennedy Space Center to experience the history and future of NASA

TRIANGLE CLASSIC CLAY SHOOT Saturday, November 7, 2026

PARENTS OF ALUMNI CHILI DINNER Friday, January 15, 2027

ALUMNI EASTER EGG HUNT Saturday, March 6, 2027

ALUMNI AND PARENT OF ALUMNI DAY OF GIVING Tuesday, March 9, 2027

GRANDPARENTS’ DAY Friday, April 2, 2027

TRIANGLE CLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENT Monday, April 12, 2027

firsthand. Mrs. Jenifferlee Dager, Upper School science teacher, will travel to Dublin, Ireland, sharing with her children the same love of travel, history, and cultural discovery that shaped her own childhood experiences abroad.

Making a difference!

BAPA DONATIONS TO BA IN THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR: Raised $250,000 at the Eagle Soirée to purchase new desks and chairs for Middle School and Upper School classrooms to be installed for fall 2026

Provided food, candy, and prizes for various athletic events on campus, encouraging participation from the student body

Funded the school-wide parent social

Provided funding for senior breakfast, snacks, treats, meals, and favors on the senior trip

Funded the 6th and 7th grade-level socials to serve as a main point of entry for new families

Provided money for freshman and senior classes to have Homecoming dinners on campus

Helped BA fund the Middle School and Upper School grade level trips, so the cost was fully covered for students to attend these events

Funded the HOCO prizes provided at the dance

Planned, funded, and staffed volunteers for Senior Survivor

Funded treats for Teacher Appreciation week in May including lunch, a car detail raffle, breakfast tacos, bagels, pastries and quiches, cookies and sodas, and a coffee bar

Sponsored locker treats during the first week of school and final exams

Purchased leather ESV study Bibles for all incoming freshman and Upper School students who had not yet received a Bible for their Bible classes

Purchased t-shirts for the class of 2026

Funded the Care Team budget for individuals and families going through hardship or illness

Funded activities, games, prizes, and snacks for students during activity periods

Funded numerous breakfasts and treats for faculty and staff throughout the school year

Provided weekly coffee for BA Dads

Funded lunch for all faculty and staff on the last day of the school year

SAVE THE DATE – FEBRUARY 6, 2027 - EAGLE SOIRÉE

Organized a faculty and staff bakery with homemade and store bought treats from the BAPA parent community for Thanksgiving and Easter Organized monthly food and treats for faculty and staff from the BAPA grade-level parent community each month

This year’s Eagle Soirée, previously known as the

to provide classroom furniture for 30 classrooms

BA Barn Bash, brought the Brentwood Academy

across campus. The additional funds raised from the

community together for an unforgettable evening

live and online auction will fund BAPA’s budget for

in February. Hosted by the Brentwood Academy

the 2026-2027 school year.

Parents Association (BAPA), the event transformed the night into a celebration of New Orleans

The success of the soirée was made possible through

culture, complete with Cajun-inspired cuisine,

the leadership of event co-chairs Ashley Klekamp

lively entertainment, and festive décor. Guests

’93 and Kara Clark, along with the dedication of

enjoyed music, food, and dancing, highlighted by a

committee members, volunteers, sponsors, and

performance from the Emerald Empire Band.

participating families. Their collective efforts resulted in a memorable event while strengthening

Beyond the celebration, the event made a meaningful

the spirit of BAPA and supporting the mission of

impact on the school community. Thanks to the

Brentwood Academy.

attendees’ support, more than $250,000 was raised

A CULTURE OF

y t i s o r e n e G

Ways to give at Brentwood Academy

It’s through your generous giving that Brentwood Academy flourishes. We are able to fulfill our mission to nurture and challenge each whole person - body, mind, and spirit - to the glory of God because of our generous community of parents, grandparents, alumni, parents of alumni, faculty, staff, trustees, and friends. Please know how grateful we are for all you do and the many ways you support the mission and ministry of Brentwood Academy. We always welcome the opportunity for a conversation with you regarding how you can support BA.

THE BA FUND Your yearly gifts to the BA Fund (annual fund) bridge the gap between tuition and the full cost of a Brentwood Academy education. It supports the general operating budget and additional programs and activities that directly benefit students.

ENDOWMENT FUNDS Gifts to Brentwood Academy endowed funds provide income to BA in perpetuity.

CAPITAL GIFTS Capital gifts allow Brentwood Academy to plan and build for the future.

PLANNED GIFTS Donors may remember the school through their estate plans or other deferred giving arrangements such as charitable remainder trusts, life insurance policies, retirement plan assets, or real estate. A deferred gift through your estate is a simple way to make a positive impact on Brentwood Academy. Larger deferred gifts may establish endowment funds, creating a lasting impact. By providing for Brentwood Academy in your estate plans, you enhance the lives of future students for generations to come.

IRA ROLL OVERS If you are 701/2 or older and taking mandatory income from your IRA, you can avoid the income tax generated by these distributions by directing a gift directly from your IRA to Brentwood Academy. You can direct up to $100,000 per year – it’s a great tax planning tool.

ALUMNI BRICKS We invite our alumni to participate in our Alumni Garden by purchasing an alumni brick. The bricks are a focal point of the garden and a beautiful way to recognize your time at BA. Each brick symbolizes the foundation and the path taken by our Brentwood Academy graduates. Every brick that is purchased is inscribed with the alum’s name and graduation year.

MATCHING GIFTS Did you know you can double or even triple your impact to Brentwood Academy with a corporate match? Many companies offer the benefit and service to their employees of matching their charitable giving to certain organizations. It is estimated that billions of dollars in matching gift funds go unclaimed every year. See if you can accomplish more with your giving by asking if your company has a matching gift program.

EMPOWERING FUTURE GENERATIONS THROUGH PLANNED GIVING Brentwood Academy Mission Statement: “Brentwood Academy is a co-educational, independent, college preparatory school dedicated to nurturing and challenging each whole person – body, mind, and spirit – to the glory of God.”

Join the Vivat Veritas Society The Vivat Veritas Society is a group of supporters who have chosen to make a

GIFTS OF STOCK OR SECURITIES: Donate appreciated stock or securities to Brentwood

lasting impact on Brentwood Academy through planned giving. By becoming a

Academy, potentially benefiting from tax advantages while supporting

member, you ensure that our mission to nurture and challenge the next generation

our programs.

of leaders and thinkers continues to thrive for years to come.

Ways to Give:

RETIREMENT PLAN BENEFICIARY DESIGNATIONS: Name Brentwood Academy as a beneficiary of your retirement plan, ensuring your legacy supports future students.

BEQUESTS: Name Brentwood Academy in your will to leave a legacy that supports

REAL ESTATE GIFTS: Contribute property or land to Brentwood Academy, which can be

future students. A bequest can be a specific amount, a percentage of your estate,

used to further our mission or sold to fund key initiatives.

a life insurance policy beneficiary, or a particular asset. To learn more about how you can become a member of the Vivat Veritas Society, CHARITABLE REMAINDER TRUSTS: Set up a trust that provides income to you or your loved

please contact Jason Powell, Director of Development, at 615-373-0611.

ones during your lifetime, with the remainder benefiting Brentwood Academy. Together, we can shape the future and ensure that Brentwood Academy continues CHARITABLE GIFT ANNUITIES: Make a gift to Brentwood Academy while receiving fixed

to flourish. Committing to planned giving is a powerful testament of your dedication

payments for life, helping us continue our mission and providing you with

to our mission and to future generations of students.

financial benefits.

ENDOWMENT AT BRENTWOOD ACADEMY L E AV I N G A P E R M A N E N T L E G AC Y

Gifts to the Brentwood Academy endowment provide a

CINDY TRIPP MEMORIAL ENDOWMENT

THE MARSHALL C. SMITH

meaningful way for donors to leave a legacy. Endowment

Honoring the late Dean of Faculty Cindy Tripp,

ENDOWMENT FUND

resources fund long-term sustainability, growth, and

aiming to “aid in the flourishing of others,” the

Providing students with financial assistance

innovation. The endowment consists of numerous named

Cindy Tripp Memorial Endowment will continue

in order to attend Brentwood Academy, this

funds established during BA’s history to honor members of

her legacy of encouraging growth in faculty by

fund honors Coach Marshall Smith ’92 and his

our community. Brentwood Academy has deep gratitude

funding professional development.

commitment to BA.

CLYDE E. SWIFT ENDOWED AWARD FOR

CHRIS DOWDLE MEMORIAL FUND

for endowment donors and their commitment to supporting the school’s future.

TEACHING EXCELLENCE

Supporting need-based financial assistance for

Brentwood Academy’s endowment includes multiple

Encouraging outstanding teaching and named

children of alumni, this fund is given in memory

funds designed to support various aspects of the school’s

for former BA trustee Clyde E. Swift, this

of Chris Dowdle ’97.

mission, such as academy programs, faculty development,

award provides a generous cash gift given

and financial aid. Endowment funds are carefully managed

at graduation to the teacher nominated by

CRAWFORD SMITH MEMORIAL

through an investment and spending policy that provides

colleagues for commitment to the profession.

SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWED AWARD

for sustainable growth, allowing BA to meet present needs while preparing for future opportunities.

Honoring an outstanding senior each year BARBARA STEWART ENDOWED CHAIR

for demonstrating an attitude of overcoming

Ensuring retention and recruitment of the

obstacles to achieve goals while serving as

An endowment gift, whether large or small, has a lasting

most qualified faculty, this endowment

a role model to younger students, the fund

impact on the future of Brentwood Academy, ensuring its

honors Barbara Stewart who faithfully served

provides the recipient with a $1,000 scholarship.

continued success as BA intentionally provides experiences

Brentwood Academy as history teacher from

that help our students become resilient, critical thinkers,

1972 until her retirement in 2022.

DUNCAN LIBRARY FUND

thoughtful communicators, problem solvers, and Christ

This fund continues the legacy of Duncan School

followers.

through Brentwood Academy with ongoing updates to the library.

To learn more, contact Jason Powell, Director of Development jason_powell@brentwoodacademy.com

e r u t u F

BU I LD I N G FO R THE

Campus Renewal at Brentwood Academy

If you’ve walked around campus lately, you’ve probably felt it...that quiet but

furniture invites students to gather and connect, while redesigned entryways

unmistakable sense that something special is happening. From fresh paint

make a strong first impression from the moment someone steps inside. Even

in the hallways to exciting upgrades across our athletic facilities, Brentwood

the updated lighting brings a renewed sense of clarity and focus—it all feels

Academy is in the midst of a season of renewal. And while the physical changes

more vibrant, more polished, and more alive.

are impressive, what stands out most is what they represent: a community that cares deeply, invests generously, and believes in the future of this place

Students are feeling that energy too. Junior Tatum Fischer shared, “The

and its people.

changes are great. It brings energy to the classrooms, and I think the teachers and students like it.” That excitement is shared across campus, as students

Inside the academic buildings, the transformation is immediately noticeable.

embrace the refreshed spaces while still appreciating the memories tied

Brightened classrooms, refreshed hallways, and updated common spaces

to what came before. It’s a balance of honoring tradition while stepping

create an environment that feels both welcoming and energized. New

confidently into something new.

Beyond the classrooms, momentum continues. Athletic facilities have seen

our boys have been given new spaces, and it makes game nights even more

meaningful upgrades that are already enhancing the student experience.

special for the fans.” These improvements are an investment in experiences,

The new turf provides a top-tier playing surface, baseball field lights have

memories, and community.

transformed game nights into something even more special, and the expanded dugout offers added comfort and space for athletes. The renovated

Some of the most impactful changes are happening behind the scenes.

girls’ locker room is especially significant, reflecting a continued commitment

Enhancements to campus communication and security, including the

to supporting and celebrating female athletes at BA. Additionally, this fall, we

implementation of Alertus, are strengthening the safety and connection of

were pleased to open our new indoor golf practice facility.

the entire BA community. Thanks to the leadership of Sgt. Jason Beddoe, these improvements reflect a deep commitment to care and preparedness.

Families and faculty are sharing in the excitement. Mrs. Jillian Smith, BA staff member and parent of Wyatt ’29 and Zach ’32, said, “It’s exciting to see that

“We are grateful, we feel supported, and truly, we feel loved.” What makes all of this even more meaningful is how it’s been made possible. These updates are the result of generosity, vision, and a shared belief in Brentwood Academy. Support from BAPA, dedicated donors, and events like the Eagle Soirée continue to directly impact daily life on campus, from new classroom desks to enhanced learning environments. This kind of investment goes far beyond facilities; it’s a powerful reminder that every student, teacher, and staff member is valued. Faculty member Mrs. Cari Cheetwood captured it perfectly: “We are grateful, we feel supported, and truly, we feel loved.” At its core, this season of renewal is about more than physical change. It reflects a school that is growing with purpose, honoring its legacy while embracing what’s ahead. Walking through campus right now feels like stepping into the future of Brentwood Academy...and it’s an exciting place to be.

LEADING THE WAY

AN OUT OF THIS WORLD OPPORTUNITY

From building robots in Upper School to supporting one of the most ambitious space missions in modern history, Brentwood Academy graduate Koko Antis ’20 has already charted an extraordinary path of leadership, service, and innovation. A graduate of the United States Naval Academy, Koko now serves as a Surface Warfare Officer (SWO) in the United States Navy. As an SWO, she is responsible for leading sailors and operating highly advanced naval systems in demanding environments around the world. Recently, she played a remarkable role in the continued pursuit of space exploration by helping steer the ship responsible for recovering and supporting operations connected to the Artemis II capsule mission, returning astronauts to earth after ten days in space. The Artemis program represents NASA’s next major step toward returning humans to the moon and eventually preparing for future missions to Mars. Wearing her “NASA Artemis II Recovery Team” sweatshirt, Koko shared that her ship, the USS JOHN P. MURTHA (LPD-26), was used because of its specific capabilities. She was on what is called an amphibious ship, which means they work with the Marine Corp, with Marines on board as well. There is a gate in the back of this special ship Koko Antis ‘20 (second from left) stands in front of Artemis II with the other female officers on the recovery ship.

that they can lower, which then allows them to flood the middle of the ship with eight feet of water to launch and collect smaller boats. These boats can go from the sea up onto land, like the ones used in the Battle of Normandy. “We literally hooked the capsule up to lines and dragged the capsule into the ship,” explained Koko. “There were six small boats in the water. Two of the boats had Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) divers and a medical team, and we used small boats to pass them the special lines while the gate was down. They drove up, connected what looked like a cage to the capsule, and threw a winch inside the well deck to slowly bring it in.” Koko was the conning officer for this endeavor, which means she was the person giving orders for exactly how to steer and position the ship. Although CNN stopped showing the action once the astronauts were on board the ship, they all worked until 4:00 AM to drive the ship up to the capsule to get it on board, recover the helicopters carrying the astronauts, etc. “I was in the Bridge for the whole recovery. My watch was from right before splashdown, around 4:30 PM, and I was relieved at midnight. The capsule was in the well deck by then, and four small boats had to be brought up after that by cranes. The sheer magnitude of what happened was crazy,” Koko recalled. “The entire ship worked tirelessly, and every person had a role in it.” For Koko, the experience was more than just another assignment; it was a glimpse into the future she hopes to help shape. Koko plans to attend nuclear power school, where she will train to operate the nuclear propulsion plant aboard an aircraft carrier, one of the military’s most academically rigorous programs. Eventually, she hopes to combine her operational and technical

Jake Barker ‘23, Drew Collignon ‘23, Patrick Melton ‘22, Koko Antis ‘20, and Gus Elliott ‘22 practicing at the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C. Gus and Patrick also went on to the Naval Academy.

experience to contribute directly to NASA’s goal to help humans reach Mars. career choices. “The robotics program at BA definitely changed my life,” Koko

Long before she stood on the bridge of a Navy vessel supporting a historic

reflected. “It inspired a love of STEM and provided some great friends, and two

mission, Koko discovered her love for STEM through Brentwood Academy’s

friends on the robotics team ended up going to the Naval Academy as well.

robotics program. As a student, she learned how creativity, problem-solving,

Robotics provided opportunities to practice public speaking and presenting

teamwork, and engineering could work together to accomplish difficult tasks.

yourself in a professional manner, along with learning strategies to problem

Those early experiences ultimately influenced both her academic and military

solve as needed.”

Koko at girls’ basketball senior night

Nygren helped cultivate her love for music and appreciation for the military as he shared stories of his father’s military career.

Together,

those

experiences helped prepare her for environments that require resilience, collaboration, and excellence under pressure. “BA is a very difficult school academically. Everyone plays a sport, and Koko Antis '20, Gus Elliott '22, and Patrick Melton '22 at BA's Halloween robotics tournament

you get into extracurriculars. I don’t think that I would’ve been prepared to go to the Naval Academy or even do the job I’m doing now without

Koko also participated in opportunities at the Naval Academy that she

BA because I learned to manage my time and my stress and to make sure

connected with as a result of being on the robotics team at BA. “Through

I’m doing multiple things to the best of my ability. I think I went into the

robotics I had an interest in computer science, with many electives in

Naval Academy more prepared because of that,” remarked Koko. Koko

robotics and coding, so that’s what I specialized in,” shared Koko. Through

exemplifies how students can use their gifts to serve others and pursue

her extracurriculars, Koko also became involved in a program that held a

bold callings that impact the world far beyond the classroom, a result of

STEM jamboree for Boy Scouts to learn about robotics, and for three years

BA’s mission to nurture and challenge each whole person–body, mind, and

she taught a course at this jamboree. Koko credits her interest in this to

spirit–to the glory of God.

her experience with robotics at BA, which allowed her to make an impact on younger students’ interest in and understanding of robotics, potentially providing opportunities for their futures similar to the way robotics has impacted Koko’s career path. Outside the classroom at BA, Koko played both softball and basketball before continuing her softball career at the Naval Academy, where she competed all four years while balancing the extraordinary demands of military training and academics. She also participated in plays and musicals and performed in the BA jazz band, an experience that strengthened both her discipline and creativity. Koko mentioned the influence of her basketball coach Rhonda Brown as someone who both challenged and encouraged her as an athlete and a leader, while Fine Arts Department Chair Mr. Matt

Grandparents’ Day 2026 On Friday, April 17, 2026, the halls of Brentwood Academy felt

because it was missional, nurturing and challenging our students’ talents to

especially full of joy as grandparents arrived with cameras in

the glory of God.”

hand and smiles on their faces while their grandchildren eagerly introduced them to teachers, friends, and favorite places around

Students remained at the center of the morning from beginning to end as

campus. There was laughter in the hallways and a deep sense of

the Academy Singers and Academy Juniors filled the room with music while

gratitude woven throughout the day. Grandparents’ Day once again

the cast of Mary Poppins delighted grandparents with a special performance

served as a reminder that what is being built at Brentwood Academy

of “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.” The morning felt personal and

is shaped by generations of faith, love, and encouragement.

authentic, giving grandparents a glimpse into the everyday experiences of the grandchildren they love so deeply.

The program was led by Charlie Whiffen ’32, whose confidence and warmth immediately connected with the audience. For many

Schaefer Smith ’26 helped keep the celebration lively by engaging the

grandparents, watching a sixth grader help lead the event became one

audience with questions such as “Who traveled the farthest?” and “Who is

of the most memorable moments of the morning.

the oldest grandparent here today?”

“Every moment with Charlie was special,” shared Mrs. Jenny Cretin. “To

Mitchell Dunn ’26 also shared heartfelt remarks about the love and respect

have [her] lead the program was impactful to each person in the room

he has for his grandparents while humorously reminding the audience to “never underestimate the power of cinnamon rolls.” His comments reflected the deeper truth that some of life’s most meaningful memories are often found in simple family traditions and everyday moments together. One of the most powerful moments of the morning came from Mr. Brent Leatherwood, whose daughter Annalee Leatherwood is a member of the Class of 2031. Having personally experienced tragedy at The Covenant School, his words carried a deep appreciation for the spiritual care and sense of safety present at Brentwood Academy.

“Your grandchildren are in a place where they treat their lives as a sacred trust,” said Leatherwood. That message resonated deeply with grandparents throughout the room. Many reflected on the importance of knowing their grandchildren are not only challenged academically, but also are cared for personally and spiritually. Former BA faculty and current board member Sue Gering, grandmother of Lilly Wadlington ’30, shared, “We know that our teachers pray for our children and ‘see’ the ones who may not always feel ‘seen.’ They point them always to a God who sees!” Mrs. Jenny Cretin also reflected on the significance of the day, sharing that grandparents often recognize the unique ways teachers and coaches shape students during these important years of growth. For some families, the celebration created an even deeper impact. “It was a special day to spend our last BA Grandparents’ Day with our twin granddaughters,” commented Janice McKinley, grandmother of seniors Campbell and McClain Hardin. Students felt the impact as well. “Grandparents’ Day was the best ones we’ve had since I have been here,” said Jane Holmberg ’26. “I enjoyed spending time with my grandparents and sharing my BA experience with them.” By the end of the morning, Grandparents’ Day served as more than a celebration. It reflected the heart of Brentwood Academy: a community rooted in faith and strengthened by generations who continue to pray for, encourage, and pour into the lives of students each day.

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LITTLE EAGLE SPIRIT RUN 6:45 PM

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Faith

IN ACTION Building connection through Bible Study

Faith has always been woven into the fabric of life at Brentwood Academy, but some of the most meaningful moments happen far from the spotlight. They happen in classrooms before school, in living rooms filled with coffee and conversation, in small groups of middle school girls working through friendship struggles, and in worship nights where students gather simply to praise Jesus together. Across campus and throughout the BA community, Bible studies and worship gatherings continue to create spaces where students, parents, and even grandparents are encouraged and reminded that they are not walking alone. One of those spaces began with senior leaders Anna Caroline Henry ’27 and McKenna Watkins ’26, who helped lead a sixth-grade girls Bible study this year. The group continued throughout all four quarters and even stayed connected through summer events, building relationships that extended well beyond weekly meetings. Together, the girls studied 1 Peter and Psalms while also talking vulnerably about the realities of middle school life. “I think it is so important that we offer these young girls an outlet to talk about friendships and middle school issues through the lens of Jesus,” said junior Anna Caroline Henry. The study became more than just a time to read Scripture. It became a place where younger students could ask questions and feel supported by older students who had walked through many of the same experiences themselves. Through mentorship and intentional conversations, the leaders created an environment where the girls felt seen, heard, and encouraged in their faith.

Another weekly gathering takes place early every Wednesday morning when students meet at 7:15 AM in the junior study hall room for the freshmen and sophomore girls Bible study led by seniors Betsy Gower and Megan Nguyen. Even before the school day officially begins, students choose to come together for fellowship, prayer, and time in God’s Word. In addition to these smaller groups, student-led worship nights have become one of the most powerful expressions of faith on campus. Held on Sunday nights throughout the year, these gatherings take place at meaningful points in the school calendar, including the beginning of school, Homecoming week, before Christian Life Week, in February, in April, and again near the end of the year. Students lead every aspect of the worship nights. Seniors McKenna Watkins, Oliver Hester, Keaton Norris-Munro, Mallory Edmondson, and Jane Holmberg have helped organize and lead worship, while speakers including Mitchell Dunn, Rachel Nguyen, Ellie Greene, and Caden Calendine (junior) have shared messages with their peers. Students are given the freedom to choose the music, determine the topics, and shape the structure of each evening, which makes for a truly student-led event. That freedom has helped create something authentic and deeply personal for the students who attend. Attendance has continued to grow throughout the year, and there are already plans to add additional worship opportunities next year. “The student-led worship nights are so powerful. I love being able to get together with my friends and just praise Jesus,” said junior Britton Stauffer. The impact of these moments of nurturing faith impact the whole BA community. Parents have also found meaningful community through Bible studies designed specifically for Brentwood Academy families.

“Not only have these groups produced in my life friendships that have lasted far beyond our kids’ graduations, but they have also offered support, encouragement, prayers, and lots of honest conversations throughout the ups and downs of parenting teens.” — Kathi West 39

BA Moms Bible studies offer a similar sense of connection. Each grade level has its own group led by volunteer mothers from that class. The groups meet weekly in someone’s home for ten weeks each semester. This year, participants studied the book of John together with the shared goal of growing in their understanding of Scripture, their faith, and the character of God. For many mothers, the experience becomes far more than a weekly Bible study. It becomes a support system during one of life’s busiest and most formative seasons. “I began participating in BA Moms Bible Studies back in 2012-2013. I have attended or led groups from the classes of 2016, ’19, ’21, ’24, and now ’27,” said Mrs. Kathi West. “Not only have these groups produced in my life friendships that have lasted far beyond our kids’ graduations, but they have also offered support, encouragement, prayers, and lots of honest conversations throughout the ups and downs of parenting teens.” Mrs. West reflected on the deeper impact these gatherings continue to have

“I have been deeply impacted and am continually humbled that God has allowed me the privilege of witnessing the many ways He has been at work in our community of moms and grandmothers.” — Kathi West

across the community. “Having just finished my fifth year overseeing all of the groups, I have been deeply impacted and am continually humbled that God has allowed me the privilege of witnessing the many ways He has been at work in our community of moms and grandmothers,” she shared. “Something happens when people gather to read and discuss the Bible in community. Observations, revelations, and insights are shared. Connections are made with God and with each other that make this season of life at BA a little more meaningful while also giving us all a glimpse of His kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven.”

The BA Dads Bible study meets weekly, giving fathers the opportunity to pray

At Brentwood Academy, Bible studies are about far more than weekly meetings

for students, support one another, spend time in Scripture, and strengthen

or scheduled programs. They are about relationships. They are about mentorship.

relationships within the BA community. What may begin as a simple early morning

They are about students and families learning how to navigate life together

meeting often becomes a steady source of encouragement and fellowship for

through the lens of faith, with each group reflecting the same heartbeat of

dads navigating the challenges and joys of parenting.

community and discipleship that continues to shape the culture of Brentwood Academy every day.

BRENTWOOD ACADEMY

After a long hiatus, the Brentwood Academy golf tournament made its exciting return this spring with the revival of The Triangle Classic, sponsored by Grove Park. Held on April 6 at Temple Hills Country Club, the event brought together the BA community for a day of fellowship, competition, and celebration. With a full field of 144 golfers, the tournament was filled with parents, grandparents, alumni, and parents of alumni who came together to support and reconnect with the Brentwood Academy community. With perfect spring weather, participants enjoyed a day centered on relationships and shared experiences that reflect the heart of BA. One of the highlights of the day was the involvement of our senior golfers, who welcomed participants and assisted them to their carts as the tournament began. Their presence set the tone for a day marked by hospitality, service, and community spirit. The tournament concluded with a ceremony full of prizes and awards, celebrating both competition and camaraderie. The return of The Triangle Classic was a tremendous success, and we are so thankful for all those who sponsored, volunteered, and played. We look forward to returning to this tradition for years to come as we continue building meaningful relationships throughout the Brentwood Academy community.

C E L E B RAT I N G T H E B E ST O F

BRENTWOOD ACADEMY Thanks to the generosity of valued community partners, Brentwood Academy was able to recognize and celebrate many deserving individuals throughout the school year. Through the support of Living EXO: Outdoor Design + Build, Brentwood Academy honored an Employee of the Month as well as two Students of the Month — one representing the Middle School and one representing the Upper School — each month of the academic year. In addition, thanks to the partnership with Spiral Spine Pilates, Brentwood Academy also was able to recognize a Coach of the Month for outstanding leadership, dedication, and impact on student-athletes.

These partnerships helped shine a spotlight on the individuals who make the Brentwood Academy community exceptional.

COACH OF THE MONTH January Jim Chapman US swim February Teeyha Campbell MS basketball March Matt Brooks US baseball April Laura Corder US softball May Otey Smithson US soccer

STUDENTS OF THE MONTH September Chelsey Goodloe US/Kaidyn Jones MS October Keaton Norris-Munro US/Khi Shelton MS November Olivia Fox US/Delaney Clark MS December Eva Marie Bonnafous US/Eli Simmons MS January Benji Barry US/Piper Patton MS February Jane Holmberg US/Jack Parnell MS March Cody Whitehurst US/Brooks Youssefi MS April Troy Porties US/Jake Robinson MS May Brooklyn Lawrence US/Vivian Smith MS

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH September Cathy Locke October JD Binger November Jamie Raab December Kristin Phillips January Maintenance Team: Tris Wilson, Todd Wilson, Mike Corter, Rob Meeter, Craig Childress, and Jeffrey Hunt February Marshall Smith ’92 March Matt Golenor April Cari Cheetwood and Kelsey Sumrall May Alyssa Hall

Investing

THE HEAD OF SCHOOL GRANT INITIATIVE

IN OUR PEOPLE

This year, through the generosity of an anonymous

One of the more transformational projects came in

and improved organization, our lab is now more

donor, Brentwood Academy launched a remarkable

the 8th grade science department, where faculty

accessible, efficient, and engaging for all students.”

faculty and staff grant initiative designed with one

member Mrs. Elizabeth Walker ’03 used grant

The impact of the grants can also be seen in

clear purpose: to make the daily lives of teachers

funding to completely reorganize and refresh

countless everyday classroom moments. Sets of dry

and staff better. The anonymous donor family

the science lab. Open shelving was updated with

erase paddles are now being used during review

committed an extraordinary $60,000 per year

matching containers, drawers were reorganized, and

games and collaborative activities, helping students

for the next six years, allowing faculty and staff

student supply caddies were added to create a more

engage more actively with one another during

members to apply for grants that directly support

functional and engaging learning environment.

lessons. New document cameras, classroom printers,

their

classrooms,

programs,

students,

and

anatomical models, dissection trays, graphing

professional well-being Even more meaningful,

Mrs. Walker shared, “This grant allowed me to create

calculators, and even a 3D printer for robotics have

recipients may reapply each year throughout the six-

a classroom environment that truly supports hands-

expanded instructional possibilities across multiple

year commitment, creating ongoing opportunities

on, inquiry-based learning. With increased space

departments.

for innovation and encouragement across campus. While many schools talk about supporting teachers, this initiative puts that support into action. The grants have already touched nearly every corner of campus. Together, the projects paint a beautiful picture of a community investing in the people who pour so much into students every day.

“This grant allowed me to create a classroom environment that truly supports hands-on, inquiry-based learning. With increased space and improved organization, our lab is now more accessible, efficient, and engaging for all students.” — Elizabeth Walker

Faculty members have also been able to

are certain things I want them to be able to do

that will continue impacting Brentwood Academy

dream creatively about ways to enrich learning

without the advanced functions. These calculators

for years to come.

experiences beyond the traditional classroom.

give me the option of allowing my students to still

One grant funded an escape room field trip for

use them for basic calculations, which is especially

Most importantly, the grants are helping faculty

Psychology students. Another provided seed

helpful for students with accommodations.”

and staff do what they already love to do even

money for entrepreneurship students to launch

better: serve and care for students. In many ways,

projects of their own, including a morning coffee

The generosity behind the initiative has also

this initiative reflects the heart of Brentwood

stop initiative. During a periodic table unit, 8th

cared for faculty members personally, not just

Academy itself: a community committed to lifting

grade science students celebrated with a trip to

professionally. During the month of November,

one another up and stewarding its gifts well. As

“Chillin’ Nitrogen Ice Cream,” bringing chemistry

“Gratitude Gifts” provided teachers with an array

Galatians 6:9 reminds us, “Let us not grow weary

concepts to life in an exciting and interactive way.

of surprises and encouragement, including gift

of doing good, for at the proper time we will reap

cards, coffee mugs, soaps, Apple AirPods, and

a harvest if we do not give up.” With this grant,

even a large flatscreen television.

seeds are being planted every single day that will

The grants have even extended beyond academics into athletics, arts, and student life. Improvements

continue shaping lives far beyond the walls of the

to the girls’ basketball locker room included new

Staff members have benefited as well. New

carpet, paint, and upgraded spaces. Visual art

teardrop flags for alumni events and gatherings

students benefited from a new wall-mounted clay

have enhanced Brentwood Academy’s hospitality

extruder, while robotics students gained access to

and

advanced technology through a new 3D printer.

reminding everyone that every role on campus

presentation

community

classroom.

functions,

Greco-Roman coins for his Latin classes. These

What makes this initiative especially meaningful is

SOME ITEMS FUNDED:

real artifacts from the ancient Mediterranean

not simply the variety of items funded, but rather

world now serve as hands-on teaching tools that

it is the message behind them.

• Comprehensive anatomical models

contributes to the mission of the school. Mr. Vergil Parson received five authentic ancient

help history come alive for students in a way textbooks simply cannot.

At a time when educators across the country often

• Girls’ basketball locker room carpet and paint • 3D printer for robotics

feel stretched thin and underappreciated, this

• Wall-mounted clay extruder for pottery class

Math teacher Mrs. Dixie Christian received 20

anonymous family chose to invest directly into the

• Seed money for the BA Bean

scientific calculators to better support her

people shaping students every single day. Their

students’ needs. She explained, “My students are

generosity has created opportunities for creativity,

• Scientific calculators

required to have graphing calculators, but there

collaboration, innovation, and encouragement

• Ancient Greco-Roman coins • Spiritual walk experience

BUILDING MORE THAN

ROBOTS Brentwood Academy robotics teams are competing on the world stage, serving their community, and preparing for lives of impact. Brentwood Academy’s Iron Eagles robotics program continues to exemplify the school’s commitment to developing young men and women of character who pursue excellence in every endeavor. Through rigorous competition, meaningful mentorship, and opportunities to serve others, the program has become a model of innovation and student growth while achieving success on some of the world’s largest stages. This year, Brentwood Academy robotics teams once again demonstrated their

ranks among the top 0.1%–0.2% globally,” notes Robotics Program Director Mr.

talent and dedication by earning the opportunity to compete at the World

Chris Allen, with students consistently demonstrating innovation, perseverance,

Championship level. Competing among the most accomplished teams from

teamwork, and technical excellence on the world stage.

around the globe, our students showcased not only technical expertise and creative problem-solving but also the teamwork, perseverance, and leadership

The impact of BA’s robotics program extends far beyond graduation as well.

that define the Brentwood Academy experience. Their achievements are a

Brentwood Academy alumni have continued to distinguish themselves in

testament to countless hours of design, programming, testing, and collaboration.

collegiate robotics programs at leading universities, contributing to cutting-edge research, engineering design teams, and competitive robotics organizations. This

The VEX World Championship is regarded as one of the most competitive student

year on the college stage, Campbell Edgeworth ’24 (Auburn) was the 2026 VEXU

robotics events in the world, featuring hundreds of elite teams representing

World Champion, Parker Barton ’24 (Purdue) was the 2026 VEXU Excellence

dozens of countries. Simply qualifying for the event is a major accomplishment,

Award Winner, and Elliott Lovins ’23 and Sam Hyatt ’23 (Tennessee Tech) won

requiring months of preparation, strategic problem-solving, and success at

the VEX Worlds Innovate Award (Division). From Middle School to Upper School

regional and state competitions. Brentwood Academy’s continued presence at

to collegiate world champions, Brentwood Academy Robotics continues to build

Worlds reflects the strength and consistency of the Iron Eagles program, which

a pipeline of world-class engineers, innovators, and leaders, with graduates

has now qualified for the VEX World Championship for multiple consecutive

frequently citing their robotics experience as a foundational influence on their

seasons. “Out of over 20,000 teams worldwide, Brentwood Academy Robotics

academic and professional journeys. The skills developed through robotics—

R E SU LT S OF TH E 2026 V EX R OBOTI C S WORL D C H A MP IONS HIP: UPPER SCHOOL (V5RC): • Team 9364E – Division Finalist (Innovate Division) – Top ~20 globally • Team 9364V – Division Semifinalist – Top ~40 globally MIDDLE SCHOOL: • Team 9364X – Ranked 4th in division • Alliance Captain at Worlds

critical thinking, communication, innovation, and resilience—prepare students to

use

thrive in an increasingly complex world.

service

their to

knowledge others.

troubleshooting

Whether

mechanical

The program’s influence can also be seen in the next generation of innovators. One

issues moments before a match

of Brentwood Academy’s Middle School robotics teams launched a meaningful

or encouraging alliance partners

outreach initiative through a partnership with New Hope Academy. The program’s

during

influence can also be seen in the next generation of innovators. One of Brentwood

Eagles

Academy’s all-girls Middle School robotics teams launched a meaningful outreach

demonstrate

initiative through a partnership with New Hope Academy, presenting to a group

alongside technical skill.

competition, students

Iron

consistently character

of girls there. By introducing young girls to robotics concepts and hands-on STEM learning experiences, BA’s Middle School students shared their enthusiasm

The program’s accomplishments

for technology while fostering curiosity and confidence in the next generation

over the years have made

of girls in STEM. This partnership reflects the program’s commitment not only to

Brentwood Academy one of the

achievement but also to empowering girls in STEM fields, service, and community

most decorated robotics schools in Tennessee, earning hundreds of awards and

engagement. This partnership reflects the program’s commitment not only to

multiple World Championship honors. This year’s performance at Worlds added

achievement but also to service and community engagement.

another successful chapter to that legacy and showcased the bright future of STEM education at Brentwood Academy, and generous donors and the support

These accomplishments align closely with Brentwood Academy’s mission

of the Brentwood Academy community have contributed to this success. We are

to nurture and challenge each whole person—body, mind, and spirit—to

deeply grateful for the individuals and families whose investment has provided

the glory of God. Robotics provides students with opportunities to develop

resources, equipment, travel opportunities, and program enhancements that

their God-given talents, work collaboratively toward ambitious goals, and

allow students to grow through their experiences with robotics.

SPECIAL PROJECTS

From time to time, special projects or specific initiatives arise that allow donors to give in ways that reflect their unique interests and values. Through individuals and small groups of donors, we were able to provide our students with the numerous enhancements over the past school year, including the following: • Baseball stadium improvements, including lights and dugout updates • Faculty coaching and curriculum for our entrepreneurship class • Football stadium updates, including turf and lighting • Girls’ lacrosse club start-up funding • Girls’ locker room renovation in the The Rock • Uniforms for girls’ soccer, volleyball, and Middle School baseball • Golf practice facility with two simulators • Leg press for The Rock gym • Assistance with travel for robotics • Security enhancements • A new softball scoreboard • Gifts to support the tennis program

Interested in Giving? Please contact BA’s development team with any interest in helping with a special project. Contact Jason Powell, Director of Development, at 615-373-0611, ext. 148. 48

BODY, M IND, A ND S P I R I T

SPONSORSHIPS THAT SHAPE LIVES Sponsorships at Brentwood Academy do far more than support events. They help shape the student experience and strengthen the programs that make our community thrive. Through the generous partnership of businesses, families, and community supporters, Brentwood Academy is able to provide vital resources for athletics, fine arts, and robotics programs that challenge students to grow, compete, create, and lead with excellence. These sponsorships directly impact the opportunities available to our students, enhancing facilities, equipment, travel experiences, and program development across campus. Sponsorships also allow us to celebrate the people who make Brentwood Academy exceptional. From recognizing outstanding faculty and staff through our Employee of the Month program to honoring the dedication and achievements of our Student and Coach of the Month recipients, these partnerships help shine a light on individuals who embody the mission and values of BA each day. In addition, sponsorship support plays an important role in strengthening alumni connections and community engagement through special alumni events and gatherings that bring generations of Brentwood Academy families together. Most importantly, every sponsorship helps further the mission of Brentwood Academy: nurturing and challenging each whole person, body, mind, and spirit, to the glory of God. By investing in these programs and recognitions,

Advent AK Design Group Axis Dance Company LLC Baja Missions BAR Environmental, Inc. BECA Commercial Flooring Group Boiler Supply Co. Bone and Joint Institute Brentview Realty Brentwood Hearing Center BSN Sports CAPTRUST City Construction Compass Realty – The KOOR Group Concord Building Group LLC Cool Springs Plastic Surgery D1 Sports Training Donnelly Timmons Custom Builders ESa For Others Grove Park Hale Title & Escrow, LLC Honky Tonk Hat Bar Paul & Mary Huddleston Family JHA Smile J&J Snack Foods JetRight Jonathan’s Grille Kenny & Company Kenny Pipe & Supply, Inc. Bill & Myleen Kottas Lee Company Lifted Trucks Lighthouse Kids

Living EXO Nashville Music City Nextward Advisors Medical House Calls Morgan Stanley – The Nashville Legacy Group Oakworth Capital Bank Palmer & Wallace Insurance Brokerage LLC Porsche of Nashville Pure Turf Quick Roofing Revolution Financial Management Sims Funk, PLC S and S Utility Sales, LLC Southern Bank of Tennessee Sonata Bank Soy Bistro Spiral Spine Pilates Spotless Cleaning Solutions Stone Oak Builders Stream Realty Symspire T.W. Frierson Contractor, Inc. Talon Construction Tammy Kussman DDS Tenant Building Group LLC Thomas Constructors LLC Twine Graphics VACO Benji Walker ‘99 Waste Management Williams Hunter Wealth Group Williamson Health Woodridge Homes LLC

For more information on sponsorship opportunities at Brentwood Academy contact Zach Watson (615) 373-0611, ext. 132, or zach_watson@brentwoodacademy.com.

sponsors become an important part of developing the next generation of leaders, servants, athletes, artists, innovators, and disciples.

THANK YOU FOR SERVING

2025-2026 VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP

Brentwood Academy gratefully acknowledges the time and talents of these faithful volunteers. Board of Trustees Nathan Brandon – Chairman Buddy Bacon ’82 Ernie Chappell Jake Eaton ’98 Darryl Edmonds ’74 Chad Ferrari Sue Gering Brent Jacobs ’01 Bart Jones Bill Kenny Sherrie Moore Rhonda Sims Janet Walls

Head of School’s Advisory Council Jefferson Adcock ’03 Bobby Bolden Greg Cantrell Scott Cole Bill Decker Brent Jacobs ’01 Mickey Jacobs Mikael Jacobs ’02 Ron Knox Jim Littlejohn David McGowan Jim Murphy Candace Revelette Paul Rutledge Jamie Seedig Sharon Sheriff Jane Smith Regg Swanson Doris Wells Leigh Ann Witt Dick Wright

Alumni Council Harriet Brown Bailey ’81 Dick Cole ’84 Nicole Hardwick Jones ’90 Jennifer Land Graham ’92 Ashley Welch Klekamp ’93 Amy Skaggs Harr ’95 Kim Smith Elliott ’95 Kurston Biggers ’97 Bess Coles Knox ’98 Katie Horrell Jacobs ’03 Moses Mwizerwa ’04 Michael Pelster ’05 Hunter Adams ’05 Elizabeth Richards Webb ’06 Shannon Shoemake Mizell ’06 Andrew Hinson ’08 Chip Wilkison ’08 Ryan Roberts ’09 Hannah Santi Sutton ’09 Spencer Smith ’10 Nate Renfro ’11 India Way ’12 Megan Broadbent ’14 Matt Binkley ’15 Joshua Bell ’16 Ethan Way ’19 Josiah Kareck ’19 Ellie Mullican Ferrill ’20 Jackson Peden ’21 Caroline Powell ’21 Avery Harr ’24 Mary Mason Botts ’25

BA Fund Grade Level Chairs 6th Grade Cessun Andrews Jess Andrews Melissa Parker Scott Parker Amanda Vickers Geof Vickers 7th Grade Janet Dyer Michael Dyer Dana Greer Eric Greer Adam Schwegman Erynn Schwegman Jeff Stoneking Natasha Stoneking 8th Grade Kristi Allender Shawn Allender Charlie LeBoeuf Megan LeBoeuf Anne Keene Ryan Keene 9th Grade Mark Sherman Shelley Sherman Claire Webb Trent Webb ’97 April Weber ’93 Bob Weber Courtney Whitehurst Jonathan Whitehurst

10th Grade Angela Alexander Shane Alexander Jono Farrell Laura Farrell Hallie Miller Joe Miller 11th Grade Kelly Farrell-Oliverson Erik Oliverson JD Lawrence Melanie Lawrence Blair Summit Jonelle Summit 12th Grade Denise Johnson Jeremy Johnson Dirk Melton Rachael Melton My Nguyen Nancy Nguyen Matt Wall Tricia Wall BAPA Advisory Board Amy Harr ’95 – President Heather Fridrich ’93 – Vice President Laura Tucker – Secretary Katie Woodcock – Treasurer Lisa Berry ’01 Angie Bronson Kara Clark Heather Demetra ’94 Shannon Donnelly Andrew Dye ’97

Ashley Henry Becky Hill Meredith Hill ’00 Christine Hume Ashley Klekamp ’93 Melissa Littlejohn Amanda Low Nikki McKinnis Rebecca Metzger Steven Prather Emily Prather Parent Ambassadors Heather Demetra ’94 – Chair Amanda Low – Co-Chair Allison Bailey Julie Dunn Andrew Dye ’97 Jessica Dye Brooke Garrett Amy Gower ’94 Amy Harr ’95 Harold Harr Ashley Henry Timothy Henry Anderson Hill Meredith Hill ’00 Weslee Hill Ginger Hyatt Wade Hyatt Ashley Klekamp ’93 John Klekamp Melissa Littlejohn Jason Low Tara McDuffey Eric Oliverson Kelly Farrell-Oliverson Bonnie Owen

Doug Owen Amy Powell Rhonda Sims Scott Sims Amanda Vickers Geoff Vickers Claire Webb Trent Webb ’97 John Paul Wooden Lori Wooden

BUDGETED REVENUES

Auxiliary 8% Endowment 1%

The IMPACT of Giving

BA Fund and Designated Gifts 10%

Other 2% Programs 2%

Tuition 77%

Your Support Makes an Impact As we reflect on the past year, we celebrate both the milestones reached by our students and the incredible impact of the BA community’s generosity. Every

Debt Service 1%

gift, no matter the size, provides abundant opportunities and experiences for

Auxiliary 5%

each student and allows us to uphold our mission of nurturing and challenging each whole person — body, mind, and spirit — to the glory of God. We head into next year with strong re-enrollment and a full 6th grade class (Class of 2033). These pie charts illustrate BA’s budget for the 2026-2027

Salaries & Benefits 53%

Programs 14%

academic year. Thank you for your participation, trust, and support that continues to advance the mission and ministry of Brentwood Academy.

Facilities & Maintenance 16%

BUDGETED EXPENSES

Financial Aid 11%

THANK YOU FOR GIVING! Brentwood Academy gratefully acknowledges the following donors for gifts during the 2025-2026 fiscal year in support of the mission and ministry of BA. If you have made a donation in the current school year, your donation will be noted in next year’s report. Every effort has been made to ensure that all published information is true and accurate. Please inform Director of Development Jason Powell of any errors or omissions, and please accept our sincere apologies.

THE BA FUND LEADERSHIP CIRCLE DONORS BENEFACTOR LEADERSHIP CIRCLE $25,000 AND ABOVE Anonymous (2) Bob and Red Buisson Justin and Sarah Dunn Bill and Debbie Kenny Adora Swanson CHALLENGE LEADERSHIP CIRCLE $10,000 - $24,999 Anonymous (3) Dan and Mandy Barber Floydene Bright David and Adele Buntin Cory and Jennifer Calendine Ernie and Amanda Chappell Bobby and Carrie Clemmer Cliff and Jennfier Duffey Andy and Amy Fincher Mike Franklin Jeff ’01 and Linde Giddens Bill and Emily Johnstone Jon and Nancy Kay Ryan and Anne Keene Kevin and Melissa Kersey John and Ashley Welch Klekamp ’93 Dan and Tessa Maas Chuck and Carole Meyer

Scott and Melissa Parker David and Donna Roate Landry and Jamie Seedig Ben and Christy Stanga Joe and Amy Strong Missy Martin Thomason ’78 Geof and Amanda Vickers PATRON LEADERSHIP CIRCLE $5,000-$9,999 Anonymous (5) Jefferson ’03 and Eve Muntz Adcock ’03 Shane and Angela Alexander Shawn and Kristi Allender Joanne Baulch Nathan Baulch ’17 David and Gloria Bourgeois Taylor ’01 and Aaron Bourgeois Rick and Nancy Simpkins Brasher ’73 Raiford and Sareece Brown Steve ’86 and Lorri Clark Wil and Jen Compaore Jake ’98 and Nicole Eaton Darryl ’74 and Anne Adams Edmonds ’75 Gib and Liberty Efird Matt and Anne-Taylor Fones Kevin and Neely Ann Gangaware Eric and Dana Greer Gregg and Lyn Haddad Paul and Mary Huddleston Brent ’01 and Katie Horrell Jacobs ’03

Mickey and Bari Jacobs Michael and Jami Kaplan Patrick ’01 and Robin Kenny Herb and Patricia Ligon Dirk and Rachael Melton Ned and Missy Michaels Doyle Monday John and Sherrie Moore Jim and Sharon Murphy David and Monica Nelson My and Nancy Nguyen Erik Oliverson and Kelly Farrell-Oliverson John and Cindy Patterson Bill and Amanda Peters Ron and Cher Porties Stephen and Emily Prather Brian and Farrah Schubmehl Brian and Kelly Smith Andrew and Jo Helen Baulch Smith ’15 Craig and Jana Stanley Jeff and Natasha Stoneking David and Lanesia Strange Shawn and Jaime Villalovos Christy Waller Jim and Janet Walls Scott and Jessica Warren Rex and Phyllis Watson Connie West

CHAMPION LEADERSHIP CIRCLE $2,500-$4,999 Anonymous (4) Hunter ’05 and Aimee Adams Corey and Jennifer Barberie Dan and Mandy Benson Samuel and Allison Renfro Berry ’05 Michael ’01 and Lisa Flatt Berry ’01 Emily Brooks Daniel and Esther Claassen David and Chantelle Cochran Ryan and Jennifer Collier Jeff and Deonya Czerwinski Matthew and Lisa Decker Benji and Laura DeMotte Lee and Julie Dilworth Matthew and Angelina Dryfhout John and Sue Gering Evan and Amy Fulcher Gower ’94 Dan and Christine Harezlak Anderson and Meredith Kenny Hill ’00 Thomas ’00 and Jessica Hunter Darren and Jessica Jackson Patricia Johnston Bart and Nicole Hardwick Jones ’90 Tara Jones Nate and Rachel Kenney Walter and Sarah Knestrick Charlie and Megan LeBoeuf David and Micha Ligon

Steve and Amanda Lindemann Lindalu Lovier Will and Jenny Loyd Eddie and Jamie McManus Randy and Abby Mickle Darrell ’97 and Dianne Moore Doug and Bonnie Owen Rob and Aimee Parker Joel and Erica Parker Mark and Cathy Parkey David and Paige Patton Tim and Carissa Pereira Jason and Amy Powell Gregg and Jamie Raab Jim and Mitzi Renfro Honey Rodgers Larry Rooks Keith and Annette Schmidt Mark and Terri Schoenwald Robert and Cindy Seibels Mark and Shelley Sherman Ben and Katy Smith Peyton ’02 and Meg Rutledge Smith ’02 Shane and Ann Specht Wesley and Sheila Thayer Richard and Emilie Tomichek Tony and Pamela Vaughn Trent ’97 and Claire Webb Matthew and Emily West John Paul and Lori Wooden FOUNDER LEADERSHIP CIRCLE $1,969-$2,499 Anonymous (4) Michael and Sarah Anderson Jim and Nanci Bauchiero Doug and Lori Beck Bernard John and Erica DuBray Andrew ’97 and Jessica Dye Michael and Amy Ellis Don and Judy Franklin

John and Lisa Gaburick Jay and Kerri Glatting Mike and Susan Gorey Joe and Holly Grenvicz Matt and Becky Hill Andrew ’08 and Rachel Hinson Scott and Andrea Louderback Jeremy and Jinni Clark Malone ’00 Curt and Cindy Masters Joe and Hallie Miller Dave ’76 and Lisa Minnigan Gary and Tara Nafus Kim Owens Keith and Nancy Leonard Phillips ’78 Trevor and Amy Rosen Adam and Erynn Schwegman Blake and Elizabeth Sloan Doug and Jillian Smith Dallas and Shannon Sonnier Chris Suscha Cliff ’03 and Kathryn Taylor Caleb and Laura Tucker Dustin and Dana Wales Kevin and Leigh Ann Witt THE BA FUND DONORS UP TO $1,968 Anonymous (146) Holt Adcock ’32 Jeff and Dawn Adcock Tyler Adcock ’30 Josh and Margaux Akright Julie Albertson Jason and Rhonda Alewine Jeff and Rachel Alexander Rick and Ashley Alexander Ricky and Janice Alexander Chris Allen and Zea Miller Wendell Sanders and Connie Allen Mandy Skaggs Allender ’97 Brian and Shana Williams Allsmiller ’84

Brent and Tiffany Anderson Steve and Kathy Anderson Jess and Carol Andrews Jess and Ceesun Andrews Jeff and Jackie Ansell Dennis Appel and Mei Mei Soon Charlie and Ramona Armstrong Jason and Meg Arnold Mike and Betty Arnott Mike Arredondo Andy and Dana Atkins Nick and Megan Coppage Atria ’01 John and Tonya Austin Steve and Pam Austin Buddy ’82 and Jody Bacon Turner Bacon ’15 Ryan ’03 and Caitlin Baggett Josh and Allison Bailey

Elizabeth Baldock ’23 Jud and Jennifer Baldock Myers Baldock ’20 Jason and Cindy Ball Lee and Mary Barfield Ben and Susan Barry Lance and Mindy Barry Ruth Barry Bill and Suzanne Bartz John and Ready Davis Bateman ’80 Todd and Lauren Batson Ryan and Kerry Bauchiero Kim ’73 and Patricia Bauman Dan and Rhonda Beach Andy and Martha Beasley Logan and Jennifer Becket Brian and Jen Beckley Jason and Jennifer Beddoe

Joshua ’16 and Karson Bell Josh and Darci Belville Laurie Belville Cody and Jessica Bender Sam and Kate Berman Scotty and Brandy Bernick Warren and Missy Knapp Bezuidenhout ’93 Kurston ’97 and Addy Biggers Rob and Susan Binford Joseph and Lynn Binkley Andy and Stacy Blackston Derek and Anna Clare Bland Lacy and Joan Blanton Lacy and Margaret Blanton Michael and Paula Blanton Dustin and Susannah Bledsoe Heath and Kathy Boles Joy Boms-Burns Xavier Bonnafous and Madonna Parsons-Bonnafous Emily Borders Barry and Lori Boster Patrick Bowes Ray and Susan Bowling Shellie Tillman Braden ’91 Carter Bradley and Desaree Pennington Andy and Diane Bradshaw Connie Brandenburg Lucien ’06 and Ashley Brandon Nathan and Amy Brandon Bob and Delois Bratton Ed ’00 and Laurie Bratton Paul and Holly Brewer Stewart and Angie Bronson Joan Brooks Matt Brooks Ken Leeth and Mona Brown Leeth Chris and Lisa Brown Ley ’79 and Jackie Bethel Brown ’85

Matt Brown ’97 and Bri Diaz-Brown Zane and Jessica Browning Forrest and Heather Broyles Phyllis Brumbaugh Hardie Buck Bobby and Melissa Buisson Joel and Susan Bunkowske Jaxon and Katie Burgess Robert Burke ’16 Cort and Ashley Bush Chris and Roxana Bush Amanda Butler Woody and Millie Camp Price and Barbara Carney Phil and Rebecca Brewer Carter ’73 Mark and Alicia Miller Casey ’98 Rodney and Avery Cearley Chris and Cheryl Chamberlain Harry and Angela Chapman Jim and Yolanda Chapman Phyllis Chapman Jose and Jessica Chavira Derk and Cari Cheetwood Brian and Shari Christenson Seth and Dixie Christian Helen Claassen Brett and Kara Clark David and Stephanie Clark Jim ’97 and Jennifer Ann Neill Clark ’97 Lulu Luton Clark ’76 Phil and April Clark Cameron and Amy Clarke Caroline Clemmer ’21 Brian and Christine Coates Scott and Amy Cole Robert Coleman and Katie Sloan Bob and Fran Collins Will ’19 and Cooper Collins Ryan ’00 and Heidi Smithson Compton ’00

Jayson Cooper Jon and Deanna Cornelius Mike and Darlene Corter Brian Courville and Debra Braun-Courville Mark and J’Anne Cox Tom and Amy Cox Linda Creel Jacob ’15 and Madeline Cretin Stephen and Jenny Cretin Jarett Croff Jeremiah and Kathleen Cronin Chester and Shirley Cummings Mack Cummings ’22 Todd and Leigh Ann Cyphers Jeremy Darvin Andrea Davis Matt and Christi Davis Jim ’87 and Rachel Hyde Davis Josh Fink and Leigh Ann Davis Robby and Aimee Davis Si and Angela Deane Keith and Lynn Dearing Rusty and Diane Decker Michael and Misty Decker Dennis and Molly DeLong Chris and Heather McIntosh Demetra ’94 John and Alice Demetra Nick and Eryn Dennig John and Jenny Dennis Bill Denny Joseph and Barbara DeVivo Arnold ’73 and Angie Dillon Michael ’16 and Cara Sadler DiPasquale ’16 Meredith DiPasquale ’22 Mark and Julie Dirks Topper ’87 and Marla Doehring Robert and Michelle Dominguez Joey and Shannon Donnelly Marsha Dooley Janice Duks

Taylor and Sandra Duncan Chris and Joan Dunn Kyle and Julie Dunn Ronnie and Donna Durrett Hank and Margaret Dye Michael and Janet Dyer Bill and Debbie Eastwood Addison ’05 and Emily Edmonds Molly Edmondson Josh and Michelle Edwards Matt and Jordan Elam Chad and Leslie Elkin Bump and Kim Smith Elliott ’95 Chase and Casey Emery Kirk and Ann Marie Engstrom Stephen and Stacey Engstrom Jeff and Carrie Ervin Alphonso Esposito and Jayne Jewell Justin and Katie Estes Mike and Beverly Estes Lynda Fadler Ben and Emily Faris Jono and Laura Farrell Susan Farrell Gary and Sandra Farris Danny and Linda Farthing Phillip and Alex Faucette Scott and Laurie Feller Chad and Brandi Ferrari Donald and Tiffany Fields Bren and Betty Finucane Jason and Terra Fisher Scott and Tammy Fitzpatrick Judy Flatt Michael and Debby Fleming Matt and Sarah Ann Fleming Kevin Floyd David ’95 and Liz Fox Ryan ’16 and Claire Franklin Chip and Heather Knapp Fridrich ’93

James Frist ’91 Jonathan and Shannon Frost Eric and Kelly Fuller Blake and Jamie Fulton Forrest and Allison Gardner Jonathan and LaShunda Gardner Mike and Ginny Gardner Mark Anthony and Erin Gargano Jason and Brooke Garrett John and Kerri Garrick Stephen and Kara Gause John and Lorelee Gawaluck Matthew and Laura Gelfand David and Andrea Gillespie Abbie Gillock Brantley and Courtney Gilmer Jim and Stacey Glover Jerry and Colleen Golenor Matt and Aimee Golenor Joe and Judy Goodman Phil and Jaye Goodman Josh and Kari Goodwin George and Teresa Graham Andy and Jennifer Land Graham ’92 Marshall ’13 and Bailey Arthur Gray ’15 Tom and Jennifer Gray Roger Greene Tony and Carol Greer Austin and Lauren Groves Jay and Jennie Gunter Melinda Haack Wes and Alyssa Hall Walter and Amy Hall Bonnie Baria Hall Tom and Miriam Hall Richard and Alice Halstead Deb Ham Scott and Jasmine Hardin Harold and Amy Skaggs Harr ’95 Michael and Kelly Harrell

Blake and Alison Harris Kirstin Hawk Isaac and Katie Heath Eric and Joellyn Swift Helman ’81 Alex and Mary Hollis Helman ’06 Sarah Helton Hal and Elizabeth Henninger David Henry Tim and Ashley Henry Bernie Herms and Natalie Grant-Herms Allen and Emily Hill David and Cathy Hill Chris Hill Sandy Hill James and Michiko Hillenmeyer John and Nita Hollis Lanny and Brenda Holmes Jim and Linda Homan Leah Hoskins Zhibin Huang and Tracy Hu Henry and Chris Huddleston Stacy and Julie Hull Christine Hume Jamie and Amanda Humphres Chris and Lauren Humphreys Lyle ’93 and Amy Neill Husband ’93 Wade and Ginger Hyatt Matt and Carrie Inderlied Doug and Carol Ingram Steve and Eileen Iorio Eric and Kim Isham Brandon and Caroline Jenkins Richard and Jane Jennings Seth Jennings Karen Johnson Harrison and Lisa Johnson Tamara Johnson Chris and Melissa Johnston Tyson and Amy Jominy J.J. and LaRita Jones

Mike and Leigh Ann Jones Mike Jones and Kristine Tatosyan-Jones William and Victoria Kane Dan Karl Jeremy and Lisa Kath Samantha and Dalton Kaufman Jason and Anna Lindsay Keen Marshall and Julie Kelley Brad ’06 and Lillie Kennedy Alan and Patti Killingsworth Carson ’15 and Amanda King Gene and Damaris King Judy Knapp Matt and Beth Knight Andy and Roxanne Koepke Bryan and Zena Krupin Awilda Lacey Mike Lacey Elizabeth Landolt Bart and Sherry Lane Lindsay Lane ’96 Ken and Carrie Lanyon Kelly Larsen JD and Melanie Lawrence Bert and Janet Laws Justin and Kerry Leach Brent and Meredith Leatherwood Larry and Marguerite LeBlanc Michael and Jane Lee Chad and Lauren LeGate Gary and Jan Leonard Joshua ’13 and Callie Rae Lester Chaquetta Lewis Greg and Sallie Lewis Joshua and Rebecca Lien Richard and Carol Lindman Jim and Lisa Littlejohn Melissa Littlejohn Jack and Cathy Locke Bela Lodygensky

Steve and Denise Ennis Long ’79 Jean Louis and Rosette Cepoudy Jason and Amanda Low Kim Luedtke Tom ’83 and Jeannette Lundborg Stephanie Lydecker Matt ’88 and Sarah MacIntyre Dave and Casandra Maher Gregory and Donna Maher Lynn Mahoney Brad and Farrah Maltz Katelyn Martin Rob and Gabrielle Martin Tony and Libby Marx James and Tanya Massey Phil ’06 and Caroline Masters Bryce ’16 and Elizabeth Wright Mathews ’14 Jason and Kim Mathews Kyle and Alanna Matthews Cayce McAlister Jim and Lois Reeves McAlister ’73 Jason and Lucy McCann Sam and Janny McClure Patrick ’95 and Nicole McCoin Shane McConnell Ernest and Katherine McDuffey John and Christine McGill Jeff and Jess McGruder Tim McKee Archie and Sidney McKinnis Bill McManus Lenoy and Sonja McMullen Sara Laine McNew Trey and Katie Medlin Rob and Janellle Meeter Melissa Meinema Chris and Diana Melton Victoria Menz Ericka Mercer

Walter and Morgan Merrill Debbie Miller Michael and Krista Miller Will and Amanda Mitchell Frank Monaco Bret and Brooks Moore Cody and Marci Moore Dale and Gretchen Moore Mac and Polly Moore Darrin and Missy Moran Matt and Laurel Moses Kristian Mtetwa ’17 Patrick Rehovsky and Ann Mullins Jason and Daina Duks Mullis ’91 John Munro and Melinda Norris-Munro Dan and Stephanie Murphy Aaron and Erin Myers Brad and Victoria Myers Cody ’10 and Shelby Mathews Nelson Blake and Amy Newton Lan and Heidi Nguyen Bob and Diane Nichols Jana Nixon Steve and Kelly Norton Matt and Kimberly Nygren Kevin and Raja O’Brien Randy and Katie O’Bryan Chris and Christen O’Cull Kristina O’Shaughnessy James and Kelsey Ogden Jason and Nicole Oggs Jim and Pat Owen Joe and Peggy Palmer Rich and Jenny Pankow Lee Roy Parnell Andrew ’97 and Lauren Parrish Vergil and Alex Mullican Parson James and Cristin Patterson Pat Patton Philip and Gina Payne

David ’97 and Mandy Peden Tricia Pedigo Mike and Trisha Peek Michael ’05 and Meredith Sellers Pelster Marty and Carol Pelton Laudel Perez and Ivette Crespo Sally Peterson Stephen and Teresa Petro Dan and Tina Peyton Bill Phillips Nathan and Cameron Phillips Kevin and Kathryn Phillips Houston and Kristin Phillips Brett and Melissa Phillips Hailey Pierson ’13 Drew Placido and Natasha Luckey-Placido Allan Plowden Elizabeth Porter Scott and Carol Len Frist Portis ’88 Caroline Powell ’21 Elizabeth Powell ’23 Brian Poynter Ted and Amber Pratt Bart and Brittany Pride Wade and Elizabeth Privett David and Megan Pruce James and Deborah Pruce Naomi Pugh Allie Raab ’18 Gary and Joanne Rabideau Seth and Vikki Radow Gary and Denise Rager Andrew and Becky Ramer Jason and Carla Ramsey Christian Rasmussen Mike and Jaime Ratino Jack and Autumn Ratliff Devon and Maggie Ratliff Davy Rawson Jerry and Charlotte Ray

Scott Reall ’04 Greer and Leigh Redden Bill and Mary Reed Jamie and Samantha Reedy Tim and Jeanna Reid Nate ’11 and Megan Renfro Mason ’05 and Kathryn Revelette Francisco and Samantha Reyes Shaun and Laura Reynolds Jason ’87 and Amanda Ricciardi Keisha Richardson Kyra Richter Mike and Nancy Riley Jesse and Jakelyn Rios Mark and Deborah Rittiner Robert and Holly Rixie Robbie and Maria Roate Hank ’20 and Mary Roberson John and Kathryn Roberson

Chris and Lee Lee Robinson Rene Rochester Steve and Molly Edmondson Rollins ’86 Chaston and Amy Rooks Ben ’85 and Julie Rowan Chris Rodzewicz and Mimi Rowe Mark and Keri Rowland Dan Rudd and Jennifer Cuebas-Rudd Patsy Rudolph Randy Rudolph Cliff and Lenny Rushin Clint and Shannon Russell Greg and Tisha Smithson Sage ’95 Roberto and Rosa Salazar David and Lorrin Saliba Kathy Sayre Ken and Julie Schafer Dan and Tara Schneider John and Janelle Schlamp

David and Brooke Schroeder Daniel and Maggie Schuh Freddie and Tondalanea Scott Larry and Linda Seedig Ryan and Mary Katherine Seibels Bill and Shannon Serie Jeremy and Erika Shapiro Frank and Carolyn Sheffield Mike and Dwanna Shelton William and Sally Sherman Jamison and Jordan Hooper Shireman ’01 Matt and Carrie Shope Joel and Michelle Shrum Bob and Jan Siefers Clay and Dorothy Barfield Sifford ’90 Scott and Rhonda Sims Derek and Jody Simmons Marlon and Ashlie Singletary Burney and Sarah Skates Brad and Jessi Slayden John and Janet Slayden Whit and Bridget Woolems Smith ’93 Dale and Lauren Smith James Smith and Dana Dedmon Smith Joe and Ann Smith Marshall ’92 and Tara Smith Rhett and Hopelyn Smith Ryan ’97 and Jennifer Smith Taylor and Nancy Smith Ann Smithson Josh ’93 and Kristen Ingram Smithson ’93 Joe and Dana Smyth Steven and Heather Sperring Ike and Belinda Springfield Austin and Annie Stack Tim and Sarah Steinlein Charles and Kathie Stelzner Mike and Kristin Stelzner Chad and Mitzi Stevens Ed and Patty Stevens

James Stevens Carl and Lucy Stoner John and Sarah Stranak Edward and Ashley Stringfellow Annie Strong ’21 Jason and Judith Ann Stubblefield John and Brittany Sullivan Blair and Jonelle Summitt Randy Arrieche and Lilibeth Suniaga Mason ’11 and Hannah Santi Sutton ’09 Graham and Andrea Swafford Graham and Sharon Swafford Jeff and Ashlee Switzer Stacey and Tracey Sydnor Dan and Christy Sykes Brandon and Quiana Taylor Leonard and Kristi Taylor Randy and Barbara Taylor Jeff and Carolyn Thomas Chris and Peyton Thompson Jamie and Sharon Tillman J.D. and Tessa Tiner Jason and Brittainy Tomichek Darrell Travis Kenny and Tabitha Vanns Justin and Lida Hoskins VanOrman ’87 Andre and Myriam Vargas Tom and Beth Varn Andrew ’85 and Maria Thrailkill Vaughn Mike ’80 and Joni Vaughn Mike and Elena Verna Leland and Jackie Vickers Gary and Beth Vogel Jay and Gray Vogler David and Betsy Von Dohlen Andy and Lindsay Fowlkes Wade ’86 Paul and Mindi Wade Nick and Meg Gering Wadlington ’01 Ryan and Elizabeth Edmonds Walker ’03 Lyn Walker

Graham and Trish Walker Matt and Tricia Wall Brian Waller Jack Ward ’23 Jon and Terri Bolden Ward ’93 Thad and Jacqueline Watkins Zach and Kim Watson Wilson and Elaine Watts Brandon and Katie Waymire Neil and Elizabeth Richards Webb ’06

Steve and Katie Widmaier James and Carrie Wilhoit TJ and Amy Williams Bill and Dana Williams Candi Williams Shay ’90 and Elizabeth Williams Andy and Brooke Wilson Chris and Liz Wilson Joey and Susan Wilson Mike ’74 and Cady Wilson

Bob and April Tanner Weber ’93 Bryon and Linnea Wells Justin and Alison Wenzel Matt and Kathi West Lee and Kristen Whelchel Matt and Barbara Whiffen Ricky White Jonathan and Courtney Whitehurst

Todd Wilson Tom and Paula Wilson Tris and Penny Wilson Ronnie and Gerty Wiseman Justin and Kristin Womack Chuck and Katie Woodcock Ken and Jennifer Wright Mike and Lisa Yawn

Doris Yelder Bo and Stacy Yelder Felix and JoMarie Yonkus Tony and Liz Youssefi Andy and Brandi Zinn David and Anna Zinn

ALUMNI

1973 Kim ’73 and Patricia Bauman Rick and Nancy Simpkins Brasher ’73 Phil and Rebecca Brewer Carter ’73 Arnold ’73 and Angie Dillon Jim and Lois Reeves McAlister ’73 1974 Darryl ’74 and Anne Adams Edmonds ’75 Mike ’74 and Cady Wilson 1975 Darryl ’74 and Anne Adams Edmonds ’75 1976 Lulu Luton Clark ’76 Dave ’76 and Lisa Minnigan 1978 Keith and Nancy Leonard Phillips ’78 Missy Martin Thomason ’78 1979 Ley ’79 and Jackie Bethel Brown ’85 Steve and Denise Ennis Long ’79 1980 John and Ready Davis Bateman ’80 Mike ’80 and Joni Vaughn

1981 Eric and Joellyn Swift Helman ’81 1982 Buddy ’82 and Jody Bacon 1983 Tom ’83 and Jeannette Lundborg 1984 Brian and Shana Williams Allsmiller ’84 1985 Ley ’79 and Jackie Bethel Brown ’85 Ben ’85 and Julie Rowan Andrew ’85 and Maria Thrailkill Vaughn 1986 Steve ’86 and Lorri Clark Steve and Molly Edmondson Rollins ’86 Andy and Lindsay Fowlkes Wade ’86 1987 Jim ’87 and Rachel Hyde Davis Topper ’87 and Marla Doehring Jason ’87 and Amanda Ricciardi Justin and Lida Hoskins VanOrman ’87 1988 Matt ’88 and Sarah MacIntyre Scott and Carol Len Frist Portis ’88 1989 Anonymous (1) 1990 Bart and Nicole Hardwick Jones ’90 Clay and Dorothy Barfield Sifford ’90 Shay ’90 and Elizabeth Williams

1991 Anonymous (1) Shellie Tillman Braden ’91 James Frist ’91 Jason and Daina Duks Mullis ’91 1992 Andy and Jennifer Land Graham ’92 Marshall ’92 and Tara Smith 1993 Anonymous (1) Warren and Missy Knapp Bezuidenhout ’93 Chip and Heather Knapp Fridrich ’93 Lyle ’93 and Amy Neill Husband ’93 John and Ashley Welch Klekamp ’93 Whit and Bridget Woolems Smith ’93 Josh ’93 and Kristen Ingram Smithson ’93 Jon and Terri Bolden Ward ’93 Bob and April Tanner Weber ’93 1994 Anonymous (1) Chris and Heather McIntosh Demetra ’94 Evan and Amy Fulcher Gower ’94 1995 Bump and Kim Smith Elliott ’95 David ’95 and Liz Fox Harold and Amy Skaggs Harr ’95 Patrick ’95 and Nicole McCoin Greg and Tisha Smithson Sage ’95 1996 Anonymous (1) Lindsay Lane ’96 1997 Mandy Skaggs Allender ’97 Kurston ’97 and Addy Biggers

Matt Brown ’97 and Bri Diaz-Brown Jim ’97 and Jennifer Ann Neill Clark ’97 Andrew ’97 and Jessica Dye Darrell ’97 and Dianne Moore Andrew ’97 and Lauren Parrish David ’97 and Mandy Peden Ryan ’97 and Jennifer Smith Trent ’97 and Claire Webb 1998 Anonymous (1) Mark and Alicia Miller Casey ’98 Jake ’98 and Nicole Eaton 2000 Ed ’00 and Laurie Bratton Ryan ’00 and Heidi Smithson Compton ’00 Anderson and Meredith Kenny Hill ’00 Thomas ’00 and Jessica Hunter Jeremy and Jinni Clark Malone ’00 2001 Anonymous (1) Nick and Megan Coppage Atria ’01 Michael ’01 and Lisa Flatt Berry ’01 Taylor ’01 and Aaron Bourgeois Jeff ’01 and Linde Giddens Brent ’01 and Katie Horrell Jacobs ’03 Patrick ’01 and Robin Kenny Jamison and Jordan Hooper Shireman ’01 Nick and Meg Gering Wadlington ’01 2002 Anonymous (1) Peyton ’02 and Meg Rutledge Smith ’02 2003 Anonymous (1) Jefferson ’03 and Eve Muntz Adcock ’03 Ryan ’03 and Caitlin Chavis Baggett

Michael ’05 and Meredith Sellers Pelster Mason ’05 and Kathryn Revelette 2006 Lucien ’06 and Ashley Brandon Alex and Mary Hollis Helman ’06 Brad ’06 and Lillie Kennedy Phil ’06 and Caroline Masters Neil and Elizabeth Richards Webb ’06 2008 Andrew ’08 and Rachel Hinson 2009 Mason ’11 and Hannah Santi Sutton ’09 2010 Cody ’10 and Shelby Mathews Nelson 2011 Nate ’11 and Megan Renfro Mason ’11 and Hannah Santi Sutton ’09 2013 Marshall ’13 and Bailey Arthur Gray ’15 Joshua ’13 and Callie Rae Lester Hailey Pierson ’13

Cliff ’03 and Kathryn Taylor Ryan and Elizabeth Edmonds Walker ’03 2004 Anonymous (1) Scott Reall ’04 2005 Hunter ’05 and Aimee Adams Samuel and Allison Renfro Berry ’05 Addison ’05 and Emily Edmonds

2014 Bryce ’16 and Elizabeth Wright Mathews ’14 2015 Turner Bacon ’15 Jacob ’15 and Madeline Cretin Marshall ’13 and Bailey Arthur Gray ’15 Carson ’15 and Amanda King Andrew and Jo Helen Baulch Smith ’15 2016 Joshua ’16 and Karson Bell Robert Burke ’16

Michael ’16 and Cara Sadler DiPasquale ’16 Ryan ’16 and Claire Franklin Bryce ’16 and Elizabeth Wright Mathews ’14 2017 Nathan Baulch ’17 Kristian Mtetwa ’17 2018 Allie Raab ’18 2019 Will ’19 and Cooper Collins 2020 Myers Baldock ’20 Hank ’20 and Mary Roberson 2021 Caroline Clemmer ’21 Caroline Powell ’21 Annie Strong ’21 2022 Mack Cummings ’22 Meredith DiPasquale ’22 2023 Elizabeth Baldock ’23 Elizabeth Powell ’23 Jack Ward ’23 2024 Anonymous (1)

BUSINESS AND FOUNDATIONS WHO GAVE MATCHING GIFTS Anonymous (6) Bank of America Hamilton Zanze HCA Healthcare Houghland Foundation Huron Consulting Group Johnson & Johnson New York Life Nordstrom Northwestern Mutual Foundation Pacific Life Foundation UPS - Nashville

DESIGNATED GIFTS

Anonymous (18) Shane and Angela Alexander Sara Arnold Karla Bell Dan and Mandy Benson Pete and Ginnie Benson Herb and Lyn Berry Mike and Leah Dalton Berry ’87 Michael ’01 and Lisa Flatt Berry ’01 Brandon and Christie Binkley Derek and Anna Clare Bland David Bowen Rick and Nancy Simpkins Brasher ’73 Forrest and Heather Broyles Terry and Nancy Brubaker Robert Burke ’16 Jay Callis Price and Barbara Carney Collin ’98 and Casey Carter Ernie and Amanda Chappell Daniel and Esther Claassen Jim ’97 and Jennifer Ann Neill Clark ’97 Lulu Luton Clark ’76

The Alumni Garden L AY I N G A F I R M F O U N D A T I O N A N D PAV I N G A PAT H T O T H E F U T U R E Amy Fulcher Gower ’94 Mary Fulcher ’97 Hunter Bradford Sinclair ’05 William Ball ’09 Jacob Cretin ’15 Mary Grace Gower ’20 Sadie Gower ’23 Bradie Gunter ’23 Avery Gunter ’25 John “JD” David Ahern ’26 Riley Alexander ’26 Brody Belville ’26 Greysen Cole ’26 Karinna Deane ’26 Cooper Vaughn Dennis ’26 Kayden Dunn ’26 Mallory Edmondson ’26 Olivia Fox ’26 Andrew S. Gardner ’26

Betsy Gower ’26 Addie Gunter ’26 William Oliver Hester ’26 Henry Anderson Hill ’26 Lena Johnson ’26 Caroline Lindemann ’26 Sarah Catherine Melton ’26 Lucy Nafus ’26 Linley Moore ’26 Keaton Grey Norris-Munro ’26 Megan Nguyen ’26 Rachel Nguyen ’26 Zӧe O’Cull ’26 Ethan Padlick ’26 Santiago Andre Pavon Pineda ’26 Samantha Radow ’26 Charlotte Smith ’26 Schaefer Smith ’26

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Bobby and Carrie Clemmer Troy and Jennifer Curtis Matthew and Lisa Decker Bethany Delk Joey and Shannon Donnelly Bernard John and Erica DuBray Cliff and Jennfier Duffey Justin and Sarah Dunn Andrew ’97 and Jessica Dye Leslie Dyer Jake ’98 and Nicole Eaton Darryl ’74 and Anne Adams Edmonds ’75 Chad and Brandi Ferrari Matt and Sarah Ann Fleming Chip and Heather Knapp Fridrich ’93 John and Lisa Gaburick John and Sue Gering Jay and Kerri Glatting Gregg and Lyn Haddad Kelly and Annete Hardcastle Damien and Katy Harmon Harold and Amy Skaggs Harr ’95 Matt and Becky Hill Anderson and Meredith Kenny Hill ’00 Gary and Judy Holland Leah Hoskins Ree Howard Andy ’73 and Margaret Howell Robert ’78 and Barbie Howell Thomas ’00 and Jessica Hunter Lyle ’93 and Amy Neill Husband ’93 Darren and Jessica Jackson Brent ’01 and Katie Horrell Jacobs ’03 Mickey and Bari Jacobs Brandon and Caroline Jenkins Bill and Emily Johnstone Bart and Nicole Hardwick Jones ’90 Michael and Jami Kaplan Fred and Lynn Kellams Kevin and Jean Keller

Bill and Debbie Kenny Bill and Myleen Kottas Mike and Susan Lane Scott and Andrea Louderback Dan and Tessa Maas Bo and Nikki McKinnis Carrie McLaren Randy and Abby Mickle John and Sherrie Moore Gary Neill David and Monica Nelson John and Sherri O’Connor Rick and Kathy Peabody David ’97 and Mandy Peden Daryl and Mary Pennington Tim and Carissa Pereira Bill and Amanda Peters Stephen and Teresa Petro Hampton Pitts and Michele Garner Jim and Vickie Ramsey Dusty and Lynn Beasley Rhoades ’74 Mark and Deborah Rittiner Michael and Carroll Sanford Brian and Farrah Schubmehl Stephanie Sheffield Mark and Shelley Sherman Scott and Rhonda Sims Kevin and Laura Anderson Slater ’82 Doug and Jillian Smith Ann Smithson Steven and Heather Sperring Craig and Jana Stanley Jeff and Natasha Stoneking Joe and Amy Strong Adora Swanson Beth Taylor Chris and Peyton Thompson Chris and Hannah Tiblier Bill Traughber ’73 Justin and Lida Hoskins VanOrman ’87

Richard and Linda Vaughan Geof and Amanda Vickers Shawn and Jaime Villalovos Nick and Meg Gering Wadlington ’01 Ryan and Elizabeth Edmonds Walker ’03 Jim and Janet Walls Scott and Jessica Warren Terry and Beverly Warren Sharon Webb Matt and Barbara Whiffen Dave and Regenia Wilkes Gary Wilkes Karen Williams Chris and Leigh Ann Wilson Mike ’74 and Cady Wilson Chuck and Katie Woodcock John Paul and Lori Wooden

GIFTS IN MEMORY

The following gifts were made in memory of those connected to the Brentwood Academy community. Memorial gifts are a thoughtful way to honor the lives of friends and family no longer with us. Marcia Bowen Bonnie Baria Hall Beth Taylor Beth Brown Bill Brown Hal and Elizabeth Henninger Joshua ’13 and Callie Rae Lester Charlotte Callis ’84 Jay Callis Dick Cole Sharon Sheriff

Gwen Condra Kim Luedtke

Jeff Fadler Rick and Nancy Simpkins Brasher ’73

Bill Knapp Judy Knapp

Frank Corter Lulu Luton Clark ’76

Coach Carlton Flatt Anonymous Mike and Leah Dalton Berry ’87 David Bowen Rick and Nancy Simpkins Brasher ’73 Robert Burke ’16 Lulu Luton Clark ’76 Bethany Delk Darryl ’74 and Anne Adams Edmonds ’75 Hampton Pitts and Michele Garner HCA Healthcare Leah Hoskins Andy ’73 and Margaret Howell Gary Neill David ’97 and Mandy Peden Jim and Vickie Ramsey Dusty and Lynn Beasley Rhoades ’74 Kevin and Laura Anderson Slater ’82 Beth Taylor Chris and Hannah Tiblier Bill Traughber ’73 Justin and Lida Hoskins VanOrman ’87 Nick and Meg Gering Wadlington ’01 Mike ’74 and Cady Wilson

Harold “Mike” Lacey Awilda Lacey

Sonny Doehring Justin and Lida Hoskins VanOrman ’87 Coach Mark Eaton Anonymous (2) Sara Arnold Karla Bell Rick and Nancy Simpkins Brasher ’73 Price and Barbara Carney Collin ’98 and Casey Carter Ernie and Amanda Chappell Troy and Jennifer Curtis Leslie Dyer Darryl ’74 and Anne Adams Edmonds ’75 Kelly and Annete Hardcastle Anderson and Meredith Kenny Hill ’00 Gary and Judy Holland Ree Howard Kevin and Jean Keller Carrie McLaren Gary Neill John and Sherri O’Connor Rick and Kathy Peabody Ann Smithson Dave and Regenia Wilkes Gary Wilkes Karen Williams Chris and Leigh Ann Wilson Rodes Ennis Ann Ennis Steve and Denise Ennis Long ’79

Jack Glossinger Justin and Lida Hoskins VanOrman ’87 Chata Guzman Victoria Menz Jerry Ham Deb Ham James and Carol Jones Mike Jones and Kristine Tatosyan-Jones

Jason Nichols Marshall and Julie Kelley Peggy Omohundro Justin and Lida Hoskins VanOrman ’87 Billie Patton Sharon Sheriff Honey Rodgers John and Ready Davis Bateman ’80 Helen Dale Darryl ’74 and Anne Adams Edmonds ’75 Bren and Betty Finucane Hampton Pitts and Michele Garner Leah Hoskins Anne Lineberger Sharon Sheriff Donna Singer John Wadlington ’80 Patrick Rooney Anonymous Dan Scott David and Adele Buntin Maggie Speight Anonymous Barbara Stewart Burke Kinnaird Caroline Powell ’21 Beth Taylor

Betty Jo Swift Mary Clark Kelley Swift ’75 Eric and Joellyn Swift Helman ’81 Cindy Tripp Beth Taylor James and Nancy Tripp Tom and Kathy Weiss Courtnay Baron Wall ’90 Rick and Nancy Simpkins Brasher ’73 Justin and Lida Hoskins VanOrman ’87

HONORARY GIFTS Michael Arredondo ’28 Stephanie Sheffield Bella Grace Beach ’30 Dan and Rhonda Beach Josie Blanton ’26 Lacy and Margaret Blanton Nancy Simpkins Brasher ’73 Tim and Jeanna Reid Bill Brown Anonymous David and Adele Buntin Bill and Beth Brown Curt and Cindy Masters Franklin Brown ’30 Jay and Gray Vogler Matt Brown ’97 Ken Leeth and Mona Brown Leeth David ’97 and Mandy Peden

Rhonda Brown Robert Burke ’16

Connor Farrell ’27 and Madison Farrell ’27 Tricia Pedigo

Caroline Lindemann ’26 and John Lindemann ’29 Steve and Amanda Lindemann

Trinity Fields ’23 Donald and Tiffany Fields

Luke Maher ’33 and Max Maher ’31 Roberto and Rosa Salazar

Kenzie Fink Josh Fink and Leigh Ann Davis

Hadley Maltz ’30 Patrick Bowes

Jenny Cretin Anonymous

Katherine Fones ’27 and Caroline Fones ’31 Taylor and Nancy Smith

Curt and Cindy Masters Amanda Butler Rick and Nancy Simpkins Brasher ’73

Tripp Davis ’31 and Camden Davis ’32 Jim and Linda Homan

Melinda Speece ’90, Rachel Winegart ’09, Ryan Franklin ’16 Don and Judy Franklin

Seamus Moran ’30 Anonymous

Chase Duffey ’29 and Sutton Duffey ’32 Cliff and Jennfier Duffey

Isabella Gawaluck ’20 John and Lorelee Gawaluck

Julie Littlejohn ’02 and Anne Littlejohn Carr ’04 Jim and Lisa Littlejohn Andrew Chamberlain ’99 and Michael Chamberlain ’01 Chris and Cheryl Chamberlain

Belle Dyer ’28 and Hilly Dyer ’32 Wendell Sanders and Connie Allen Mallory Edmondson ’26 Steve and Molly Edmondson Rollins ’86 Meg Edmondson ’23 and Mallory Edmondson ’26 Molly Edmondson Luke Engstrom ’32 Kirk and Ann Marie Engstrom Jackson Farrell ’28 and Emma Kate Farrell ’28 Jeff and Carolyn Thomas

Sue Gering Nick and Meg Gering ’01 Wadlington Maybree Gillespie ’27 and Raimey Gillespie ’30 Anonymous Marshall Gray ’13 and Zane Gray ’16 Tom and Jennifer Gray Tucker Greer ’31 Tony and Carol Greer Austin Hull ’25 Stacy and Julie Hull Alan Killingsworth Robert Burke ’16 Maxwell Lacey ’28 Awilda Lacey

James Owen ’27 Mike and Betty Arnott Caden Parker ’32 Tamara Johnson Charlotte Patton ’30 Pat Patton Aubrey E. (Libby) Phillips ’07 Keith and Nancy Leonard Phillips ’78 Jude Pohlman ’26 and Rhodes Pohlman ’28 Anonymous Caroline Powell ’21, Elizabeth Powell ’23 and Mary Virginia Powell ’25 Jason and Amy Powell Karen Johnson

Alivia Rosen ’22, Dylan Rosen ’24, Scarlett Rosen ’30 and Anabelle Rosen ’32 Trevor and Amy Rosen Presley Seedig ’27 and Taylor Seedig ’29 Larry and Linda Seedig

Ben Summitt ’30 and Sophie Summitt ’27 Anonymous Hudson Taylor Anonymous Garrison Taylor ’29 Brandon and Quiana Taylor

Carson Thomas Smith ’23, William Bennett Smith ’27, Jeffrey Banks Smith ’32 Rhett and Hopelyn Smith

The BA Teaching and Administrative Community My and Nancy Nguyen

Wyatt Smith ’28 and Zach Smith ’32 Bob and Jan Siefers

Paul Wade Chip and Heather Knapp ’93 Fridrich

Caroline Stoneking ’30 and Carson Stoneking ’31 Dan and Tina Peyton

Avery Webb ’29, Tyler Webb ’27, Trent and Claire Webb Gary and Joanne Rabideau

Avery Webb ’29 and Tyler Webb ’27 Sharon Webb Davis Whelchel ’28 Cliff and Lenny Rushin Dan Wilkerson and Admission Team Robert Coleman and Katie Sloan Maggie Williams ’32 Anonymous Landon Woodroof ’00 and Taylor Woodroof ’04 Kevin and Raja O’Brien

ENDOWMENT DONORS

Anonymous (1) Rick and Nancy Simpkins Brasher ’73 Daryl and Carrie Carter Bob and Jan Rodgers Dale ’80 Darryl ’74 and Anne Adams Edmonds ’75 Burke Kinnaird Hampton Pitts and Michele Garner Brian and Kelly Smith

ALUMNI ACTIVITIES DONORS Hunter ’05 and Aimee Adams Frank and Rita Blankinship Tim and Ann Brinkmann Matt ’07 and Britton Brown Eric and Angela Fister Cieslewicz ’06 Pete and Julie Clemens Hal and Kathy Knestrick Guest ’80 David and Lydia Mitchell Hilton ’80 Jason ’95 and Lindi Jarrett Al and Catherine Johnson Will and Valerie Griffin Jones ’13 Jim and Elaine Kay ’80 Bill and Debbie Kenny Ashley Powell Lamb ’05 Steve and Denise Ennis Long ’79 Thomas ’09 and Stephanie Lundborg Tom ’83 and Jeannette Lundborg Jerre ’80 and Denise Richards Jamison and Jordan Shireman ’01 Brian Clinch and Linda Tynes-Clinch ’80 Tom ’07 and Farrah Wilson J.P. Young ’85

Interested in Giving? Please contact BA’s development team with any interest in helping with a special project. We always love collaborating with our donors to match their passions with their giving. Contact Jason Powell, Director of Development.

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