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MILLBROOK’S MISSION In a community where every student is known and needed, Millbrook prepares its students for college and lives of meaning and consequence by instilling the values of respect, integrity, service, stewardship of the natural world, and curiosity.

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Living the Tradition of Non Sibi Sed Cunctis

Contents Commencement.....................................................................................................................2 CES..............................................................................................................................................8 MillbrookEngage....................................................................................................................16 Millbrook Made......................................................................................................................18 Only at Millbrook: Independent Science Research...................................................... 28 Beyond the Finish Line: New Records, Academic Honors, and National Recognition................................... 32

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Students & Faculty Inspired by 3rd Annual Alumni Summit....................................... 34 A Millbrook Sabbatical: How Ocean Waves And Yoga Can Teach Students To Love Reading..................... 38 Summer 2025: Student and Faculty Educational Experiences ................................ 40 Alumni Weekend 2025: Honoring the Past While Looking Ahead....................................................................... 42 Financial Overview and Fundraising Successes 2024-2025...................................... 50

ON THE COVER: Spaces to gather and collaborate are everywhere on campus, including this quiet downstairs nook in the Holbrook Arts Center. All cover photos by Melvin Brinson, Jr.

A New Home At Millbrook Designed for Community & Connection....................................................................... 52 Faculty Retirements............................................................................................................. 54 Leading the Way: People Who Make Millbrook, Millbrook Trustee Appreciations and Introductions........................................................................ 56 In Honor of a Lifelong Teacher and Conservationist: The Alexandra Bullock Olsen’00 Conservation Education Endowed Internship.............................................................. 62

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MILLBROOK

Celebrates 94TH COMMENCEMENT Overcast skies and an unseasonably cold May day couldn’t dampen spirits as the community gathered for Millbrook School’s 94th Commencement. Family and friends of the Class of 2025 filled campus while VIth formers packed into the Class of 2018 Meeting Room to receive their traditional gifts of Millbrook ties, pendants, and flowers. Millbrook’s core value of service was on display, as faculty, family, and students alike helped tie ties and clasp necklaces before graduation photos started on Pulling Circle. As the string quartet began to play, guests took their seats under the Flagler Quad tent before the graduation procession, led by bagpiper William G. Moriarty. Head of School Jonathan Downs ’98 welcomed all and introduced Reverend Cam Hardy to open the proceedings with an invocation. “I feel like I’m graduating with you,” remarked Hardy, who retired at the end of the 2024–2025 school year. “It’s been such fun and a genuine privilege to walk the walk with you these last few years.” The next speaker, Millbrook Trustee Caroline Wamsler, PhD ’87, reminded students that they did not achieve their accomplishments in a vacuum. “That you are surrounded today by your parents and your families, your teachers, your dorm parents, your coaches, your friends, is quite appropriate. We rarely accomplish great things alone, and this gathering brings together the very people who have accompanied you on your Millbrook journey.”

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COMMENCEMENT 2025

Millbrook’s 2025 Commencement speaker, Trustee Frank Borges ’70, followed Wamsler to the podium. Uncle to Class of 2025 members Peter Borges and Marcus Vega and alumni Caleb King ’13 and Daniel Correia ’16, Borges began his address by directing the graduates to stand and give their families a round of grateful applause. He then implored students to carry Millbrook’s values with them throughout the rest of their lives.

“I urge you, Class of 2025, remember what you learned at Millbrook—that doing well and doing good are not opposing goals, that character matters, that success without integrity isn’t success at all. Keep living— with intent—Non Sibi Sed Cunctis, not just in grand gestures that draw headlines but in quiet, everyday acts of decency.” This year, students elected Haley Malmgren to speak on their behalf. She shared memories from her own time at Millbrook and compiled her peers’ thoughts on their experiences. “We truly can accomplish anything we set our minds to,” she concluded. “We’re here for it.” After the speeches, Downs awarded the following Commencement Awards to standout students: Casertano Cup – Finley Kennedy Edward G. Allen Sportsmanship Cup – Haley Malmgren Community Service Cup – Anel Cabrera & Evan Sun Summa Cum Laude – Helen Li

After the graduates walked across the stage to receive their diplomas, Millbrook Singers marked the moment with an a cappella rendition of the song "Millbrook," written by Rufus Wainwright ’91. Reverend Hardy delivered a closing prayer, and the ceremony drew to a close with a beautiful performance of “An Irish Blessing.”

The Class of 2025 is off to the great things awaiting them in college and beyond!

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Congratulations to the Class of 2025! 1. Graduates Marcus Vega and Peter Borges (middle) pose with Millbrook family members and alums, from left to right, Arthur Moniz P’25, Caleb King '13, Daniel Correia '16, Frank Borges '70, and Peter Borges '76. 2. Caroline Wamsler '87 welcomes the crowd. 3. Haley Malmgren '25 delivers the Sixth Form Commencement Address. 4. Finley Kennedy '25 accepts the Casertano Cup. 5. Class summa cum laude Helen Li poses with Mr. Downs. 6. Athletic Director Vinnie Sorriento '96 and Director of the Colhoun Academic Center Caitlin Sorriento celebrate with their son, Anthony '25. 7. Prepping for the class picture 8. Frank Borges '70 delivers the Commencement Address. 9. Anel Cabrera '25 and Evan Sun '25 accept the Community Service Cup. 10. Across many small moments, graduates celebrated friendships, memories, and the milestone they reached together. 11. Haley Malmgren '25 accepts the Edward G. Allen Sportsmanship Cup.

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PRIZE NIGHT CEREMONY All year, Millbrook Mustangs worked hard in the classroom, on the field, and during community service. The evening before graduation, the best and brightest students were joined by their families and friends to celebrate their accomplishments during Prize Night 2025. Here’s a list of the awards and winners:

Four Year Letter Award

Frederick W. Knutson Trophy

Lillian Ainley Anel Cabrera Jackson Colman Charlie Dalvito Niklas Gradin Andres Grange Abigail Hylan Cooper McGuire Hailey Mesard Emily Morin Skyler Rockwell Emma Salvatore Sutter Schwartz Piper Smith Jayla Stever Marvin Sun Zoumana Traore Andre Widmer Sadie Wilson Beatrice Zorub

Sutter Schwartz Piper Smith

McSweeney Tour Guide Award Andre Widmer

Deans’ Prize Anel Cabrera Ranly Cano Jennifer Chi Hannah Crystal Niklas Gradin Abigail Hylan Haley Malmgren George Mendoza Hailey Mesard Emma Salvatore Piper Smith Jayla Stever Evan Sun Sadie Wilson Beatrice Zorub

Top: Four-year varsity letter winners

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Emily Roosevelt '87 Public Service Award Kingsley Brown Licette Jaya

Poetry Prize Anel Cabrera

English Writing Prize Anel Cabrera

Head of School's Merit Awards David Ambuhl Jennifer Chi Lily Grant Matea Podgursky Zoumana Traore

Sykes Mathematics Prize

Class of 1978 award

Frank W. Trevor Cup

George Mendoza Ranly Cano

Jamie Katis

Helen Li

Clark Language Prize Anel Cabrera

Science Prize Christian Stehle '91 Prize for Technical Theater

Jennifer Chi

Licette Jaya

Blaine History Essay Prize Hannah Crystal

Nathaniel B. Abbott Cup Chau Nguyen

1. Blaine History Essay Prize 2. Christian Stehle ’91 Prize for Technical Theater 3. Poetry Prize and English Writing Prize 4. McSweeney Tour Guide Award 5. Science Prize 6. Sykes Mathematics Prize 7. Deans' Prize 8. Frederick W. Knutson Trophies 9. Class of 1978 Award 10. Emily Roosevelt ’87 Public Service Award 11. Head of School’s Merit Awards 12. Frank W. Trevor Cup 13. Clark Language Prize 14. Nathaniel B. Abbott Cup

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A signature program, CES requires a commitment of time, effort, and introspection at the end of a student’s Millbrook career. Each VIth former completes a rigorous research project in their final year at Millbrook School, diving deep to answer questions about everything from science and art to computer coding and social dynamics at boarding school. This Culminating Experience is a signature program that pushes students to think critically about themselves and the world around them and formally present their findings to the community. This year, 10 seniors received honors for their CES projects.

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CES PROGRAM

KINGSLEY BROWN

Connecting POTS to Millbrook Over the past six years, Kingsley has dedicated significant time to service, both at Millbrook and in her community. She has been an active volunteer through her local church, as a Habitat for Humanity builder, and with the New Canaan Youth Group. As a volunteer at Part of the Solution (POTS) in the Bronx, she had particularly meaningful experiences while contributing to initiatives combating poverty and hunger. Her CES left a roadmap for the next group of Millbrook students to expand volunteer efforts in support of POTS.

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CES PROGRAM

ANEL CABRERA

Outersoles: Writing a Poetry Book Anel is passionate about diversity, belonging, and breaking barriers at Millbrook. Her coursework often reflected that passion, but as graduation neared, she realized she still had more to say—evident in a Google Drive full of unfinished thoughts. She chose stream-of-consciousness poetry to give those fragments a voice, creating her CES project, Outersoles. The chapbook reflects on her search for an audience, her love for Millbrook alongside longing for her Dominican Republic homeland, and the myth of Sisyphus as a metaphor for breaking barriers.

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Football Camps for Middle School Students Football at Millbrook brought Ranly joy and growth. After quitting in the IIIrd form due to asthma, he returned to become a VIth form starter, learning the value of perseverance and teamwork. Wanting to share that experience, he organized a football camp for middle schoolers from White Plains and the Bronx. With guidance from his coaches and research on training techniques, Ranly secured a field, met with families to explain his expertise and safety measures, and ran drills on route running, receiving, and throwing. More importantly, he aimed to give young athletes leadership and self-advocacy skills to carry back to their own teams.

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JENNIFER CHI

“Wait, You Do Duolingo Too???” Jennifer, inspired by her own journey learning English, tested how far the Duolingo app could take her in Japanese—a language she chose for her love of the culture and dreams of studying abroad in Tokyo. After logging many hours and winning a Duolingo Diamond League Tournament, she showcased her skills by dubbing a Zootopia clip in Japanese for her presentation. Her dedication even inspired her father to start learning English to connect with other parents at Commencement.

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CES PROGRAM

HANNAH CRYSTAL

Jewish Life at Millbrook When Hannah first came to Millbrook, the Jewish community felt disconnected. But by her VIth form year, the Jewish Affinity group was thriving, with more than 40 students and regular gatherings to celebrate Jewish holidays. To ensure the community would continue flourishing after she graduated, Hannah created a guidebook, which includes prayers, traditional stories, recipes, and links to online trivia games, to help future groups celebrate their culture. She also filled a box with a kiddish cup, a menorah, candles, a Sader plate, and dreidels—everything future Jewish Affinity groups will need to keep their celebrations vibrant and their traditions alive.

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LICETTE JAYA

Beware the Ghost of David Belasco: One Act A mainstay of Millbrook’s theater program and winner of the Christian Stehle ’91 Prize for Technical Theater, Licette wrote, cast, and directed her CES one-act, Beware the Ghost of David Belasco. Using Anna Deavere Smith’s documentary-style approach, she interviewed students involved in productions and shaped their insights into a play. Set amid the frantic final hours before a musical, the story follows tensions between a critical music director and an optimistic assistant director, as the cast and crew learn to appreciate the moment.

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Nutrition Course When an injury ended Sophie’s hockey career in her Vth form year, she turned to weight training and nutrition. She earned a personal training certification from the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) and, after a spring internship at Prentiss Human Performance, pursued an ISSA nutritionist certification for her CES. Studying dietary guidelines, label evaluation, and client assessment, Sophie applied her learning to her own diet and worked with dining hall staff to improve ingredient transparency and address dietary restrictions for the Millbrook community.

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CES PROGRAM

SUTTER SCHWARTZ

I Caught and Trained a Hawk Sutter’s father, an avid falconer since the family’s time living in Dubai, introduced him to the pastime early on. For his CES project, Sutter decided to advance his own falconry journey by trapping and training a red-tailed hawk. He monitored a trap in his yard closely, knowing a captured hawk could injure itself trying to escape. The only hawk he caught was too young to keep legally, but the experience boosted his confidence to try again. He hopes his CES presentation—featuring his family’s hawk—inspires others to explore falconry and perhaps revive Millbrook’s former falconry club.

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CES PROGRAM

ZOUMANA TRAORE

Millbrook May Madness Zoumana’s passion for basketball began in childhood, watching his older brother play in New York City tournaments. Wanting to share that experience, he organized Millbrook’s May Madness, a co-ed three-on-three tournament for students who did not play at the varsity level. With his varsity teammates as coaches, Zoumana promoted the event,

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studied coaching methods, and held a combine for player

I Wrote a Research Paper and Got it Published

scouting. The tournament’s success fostered community, leadership, and coaching skills. To ensure the tradition continues, he created a plan book for future organizers.

Evan, a varsity athlete and published science researcher, merged his passions in his CES project, inspired by a summer internship at a physical therapy clinic. There, he became interested in aiding those with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). After reviewing numerous studies, he identified microRNA therapy as a possible way to reverse DMD. With guidance from Stanford’s Professor Mark Z. Jacobson and Millbrook’s Dr. Timothy Kernan, he produced a meta-analysis— “Therapeutic Potential of microRNA-29 in Combating Collagen Fibrosis-Induced Skeletal Muscle Atrophy”—published in the American Journal of Student Research in February 2025.

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MillbrookEngage “True impact comes not from tasks alone, but from compassion, trust, and serving others with empathy.” —Athena Z., volunteer coordinator at OLA

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MILLBROOK ENGAGE

An essential piece of Millbrook’s mission since its founding in 2015 by Herb Schulz ’63, MillbrookEngage enables students to put their training for lives of meaning and consequence into practice by interning at non-profit organizations. Open to rising VIth formers, the program has so far provided opportunities for 110 students to make positive contributions to their communities beyond the Millbrook campus. A total of 14 students participated in paid internships this year, working at a variety of impactful organizations. From community gardening to feed the needy to working with animals at the North Carolina Zoo, our students were busy making the world a better place.

Max Amsterdam

Maggie Rusconi

St. Francis Veterinary Medical Center

Manhattan Children's Center

Josiah Guiles

Ingrid Schmitt

Millbrook Music Salon

Berkshire Humane Society &

Maggie Jones

Bilmar Veterinary Services

Common Good Gardens

Lucy Stettinius

Dylan McNamara

The Hill School

Yellow Horse Equine

Will Troise

Rachel Nayman

Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery

New Jewish Home

Estee O'Brien

& Aquarium

Athena Zarcadoolas Organización Latino Americana (OLA)

Community Center of Northern Westchester

of Eastern Long Island

Ella Romick

Sophie Zhou

Mar Vista Family Center

North Carolina Zoo

Vivian Rosen Heart of the Hamptons

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MADE

Peter Knapp UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO At the University of Chicago, I can challenge myself academically and surround myself with motivated, like-minded people who love to learn. I’ve always been drawn to the fast-paced independence of city life, and Chicago offers opportunities to expand beyond campus, networking and meeting people from all walks of life. At Millbrook, I’ve learned the value of surrounding myself with good people and staying open to new connections. Within the school’s diverse community, I took on a range of roles across peer groups, learning how to engage with people from many different backgrounds. In college, I’ll seek out spaces where I can add value and be part of multiple circles.

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Millbrook Made

Anel Cabrera VASSAR COLLEGE Millbrook taught me to engage fully, and I’m excited to keep doing that at Vassar, meeting new people and embracing new perspectives. I feel super prepared, and I trust that Vassar, with its liberal arts and open curriculum, is going to help me transition smoothly. It’s a place full of passionate students who care deeply about learning, and I know I’ll find my place there, whether in theater, political science, or something entirely new. I’ll miss Millbrook’s faculty—they are as invested in our wellbeing as we are in our own, and our relationships go well beyond the classroom. They have taught me essential skills: engagement, presence, listening, and observing, all things that are especially important in a community like Millbrook.

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Za'Nyah Bernard AMHERST COLLEGE I chose Amherst partly because it’s close to home, and because I'm playing basketball there, I want family and friends to be able to come support me. The small, welcoming environment also drew me in. On my first visit, everyone was warm and supportive, and it almost felt like Millbrook. I’m excited to build bonds, set new goals, and chase achievements on the court and in the classroom. Millbrook really prepared me by giving me space to grow and learn from mistakes, with teachers and friends always ready to help. I’ve gained independence and confidence in reaching out for support when I need it, and I will continue to develop relationships with my professors at Amherst.

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Millbrook Made

Sutter Schwartz CORNELL UNIVERSITY What excites me about Cornell is being surrounded by driven individuals— becoming a small fish in a big, competitive pond. The challenge of learning alongside people aiming for extraordinary goals will push me to grow and prepare me for the future. I’m ready to turn the page and start this new chapter. Millbrook has created the perfect environment for students to grow, and I’ve matured a lot here, especially in how I understand people and navigate social situations. I’ve developed a higher EQ, learned to read rooms, and became smarter in how I approach life. I’ll miss the feeling of being known and needed, being able to greet anyone, join any table, and have it feel natural and welcoming.

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Ranly Cano COLGATE UNIVERSITY When I came to Millbrook, I became more active, so Colgate’s hills, forests, and athletic opportunities instantly appealed to me, especially rugby, which I started this year and love. I also like the smaller school feel, where you really know your teachers and classmates and can build lasting relationships. The biggest lesson I’ve learned at Millbrook is to never give up. I used to quit—like football my freshman year—but senior year I came back, became a starter, earned an award, and made an impact. Even if you step away at first, you can rebuild and return stronger. I’ll also miss the sense of family here. At Millbrook, people truly care about being known and needed; it’s a feeling visitors notice the moment they arrive.

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Helen Li TUFTS UNIVERSITY As a zoo curator at Millbrook, I chose Tufts for its pre-vet program—I want to keep working with animals. I’m also excited for the freedom of college life: meeting new people, making more friends, and exploring more opportunities. Millbrook helped me become more extroverted. I’m pretty shy, and in my school in China, students rarely spoke in class. But in my high school years here, we discussed topics, shared perspectives, and really connected. I’ve come to love learning about people and building those relationships. I’ve also taken classes that I know will help me in college—like BC Calculus. It was challenging all year, but Mr. Turner made it fascinating. I’ve never had such a close bond with both a teacher and classmates. That class was unforgettable, and I’ll carry those memories with me.

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Millbrook Made

Hannah Crystal EMORY UNIVERSITY I chose Emory because I wanted a school that wasn’t too small or too big, where I could build relationships with professors but still meet new people. Emory’s strong, happy community felt like the perfect fit for someone seeking the “work hard, play hard” experience. Millbrook has been key in building my confidence. Before, I doubted my academic abilities and myself in general. Here, I got involved, felt valued, and realized I am good at things. Millbrook also reinforced my values of giving back and helping others, and these things I’ll carry with me. I’ll miss feeling so valued, knowing everyone cares about your success, and the many resources we have here. I don’t think I’ll ever again be in a place where so many people care this deeply.

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Josh Ritter NEW YORK UNIVERSITY NYU just clicked for me during the whole tour—it felt right. It’s close enough to home but still a train ride away, with incredible resources and a huge student body of 40,000. I’ve never lived in the city, so I’m excited to experience that while gaining more independence and freedom to explore. At Millbrook, I’ve grown so much. I came in extremely shy, but the supportive community helped me open up, try new things like dance and Singers, and really define who I am. I’ll miss seeing my friends every day, but NYU feels like the perfect pivotal next step.

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Millbrook Made

Harper King UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN Millbrook has been the place where I figured out who I am, and that gives me confidence about finding my place at a big school like Michigan. The classes I’ve taken—Advanced Chemistry, Physics, Honors Biology, and Advanced Science Research—let me explore different areas until I found what excites me most. That curiosity is what’s drawing me toward engineering, and lately, I’ve been especially interested in aerospace. What I’ll carry with me most, though, is the idea of balance. I’ve learned that no matter how much work there is, it’s just as important to make space for friends, sports, and other parts of life. For me, being well-rounded is the key to thriving anywhere.

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Only at Millbrook: Advanced Science Research No other private school in the world has the natural resources that Millbrook offers its young scientists. Students interested in biology and environmental science benefit from the school’s 800 acres of hills, forests, and wetlands; a farm with a movable greenhouse; and the crown jewel of the science department—the Trevor-Lovejoy Zoo with its more than 170 animals, including exotic and endangered species. Each year, students in Millbrook’s Advanced Science Research class complete in-depth research projects, many taking advantage of the zoo and natural environment while others look at broader topics like diet and social experience. Guided by Dr. Kerry Dore and receiving data analysis help from Dr. Timothy Kernan’s AP Statistics class, these budding scientists complete college-level work in the field, lab, and classroom, reading existing studies and scholarly papers on the research subject they chose. Once their research is complete, they write their own papers and make posters, presenting them to the school in the annual Science Symposium.

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This year’s ISR projects covered a wide range of complex and impactful subjects, including animal behavior, plant fertilization, artificial sweeteners, human stress and belonging, and environmental impact studies. Here’s the complete list of the

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incredible ISR projects students presented at the 2025 Science Symposium:

Jennifer Chi: Assessment of Microplastics Abundance in Animal Fecal Samples from the Trevor-Lovejoy Zoo

Chau Nguyen: Tunes for Two: The Impact of Music on Pregnant Mice's Stress Levels and Their Offspring's Reflexive Motor Skills

Evan Sun: Effect of Long-term Consumption of Aspartame

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HALEY MALMGREN

on Appetite of Caenorhabditis elegans

Haley Malmgren: Microbial Abundance in Relation to Human Disturbance in Millbrook School’s Marsh

Harper King: The Relationship Between Heart Rate Variability Measurements and Corticosterone in Adolescents at Millbrook School

Helen Li: The Impact of Conspecific Introduction on

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HELEN LI

Kinkajou Stress Levels

Howard Tu: Phosphorus in Zoo Animal Feces: Implications for Plant Growth

Jamie Katis: The Effect of Breeding Season Separation on Captive Canis Rufus Stress Levels

Licette Jaya: The Experience of Students of Color in a Predominantly White Institution: Sense of Belonging at Millbrook School

HOWARD TU

JAMIE KATIS

Lily Grant: Beavers’ Effect on Fecal Coliform in Waters Surrounding Millbrook School

LICETTE JAYA

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Athletics

BEYOND THE FINISH LINE: New Records, Academic Honors, and National Recognition Mustangs work tirelessly all year to develop their athletic skills and compete against other top boarding schools in the New York–New England area. This year a few of our top student-athletes delivered incredible performances, rewriting the Millbrook record books and earning national recognition.

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Record-Breaking Lady Mustangs Records are made to be broken, and two of Millbrook School’s finest student-athletes tore up the Mustang record books in the spring. Track & field standout Andrea Sassatelli ’28 and softball superstar Jazmin Mejia ’25 etched their names into the annals of Mustang athletic accomplishment with noteworthy performances.

Andrea Sassatelli: Track & Field One of the most talented runners to ever attend Millbrook School, Andrea Sassatelli is on pace to completely rewrite our record books. The IIIrd former smashed school records for 1500- and 800-meter races during a May track & field meet at Cheshire Academy. She posted times of 4:38 in the 1500-meter race and 2:11 in the 800-meter contest, earning her a spot in the New England championships and Mustang of the Week honors. Andrea also starred on the cross-country team in the fall, setting the Millbrook course record for girls with a time of 19:50. She was named team MVP and earned All-NEPSAC cross-country honors. With a few years of high school running ahead of her, Andrea has a chance to break even more records on the track and the cross-country course.

Jazmin Mejia: Softball Coming to Millbrook from Port Jervis, New York, as a post-graduate, Jazmin Mejia put up monster numbers in her single season with the Mustangs. When all was said and done, she walked away with three Millbrook single-season and career records, posting numbers that would make even the likes of Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani blush:

Batting average: .705 / Slugging percentage: 1.659 / On-base percentage: .768 With such eye-popping stats, Jazmin took home team MVP and All-NEPSAC honors at Millbrook’s Spring Athletic Awards ceremony. She was also an easy choice for the WNEPSGSBA Division B Player of the Year award. Before the season even began, she had already signed to play with NCAA Division I University of North Carolina-Greensboro this coming fall. As women’s college softball gains popularity and Major League Baseball looks to possibly create its version of the rapidly rising WNBA, keep an eye out for big things from Jazmin!

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ATHLETICS

Millbrook Softball Sweeps NFCA Academic Honors Millbrook’s 2025 varsity softball team proved that excellence on the field goes hand in hand with achievement in the classroom. This spring, the team was recognized by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) for its outstanding academic performance. The NFCA honors both individual student-athletes and teams that excel academically. Players with an unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher are named to the NFCA All-Academic Team. Remarkably, 14 Millbrook players (out of 16) earned this distinction this spring. On the team level, Millbrook submitted an impressive cumulative GPA of 3.8 for the year. That achievement placed the Mustangs 18th in the nation among all secondary schools that applied, a testament to the group’s shared commitment to working hard in all spaces on campus. Head Coach Lindsay Peterson notes that this recognition shines a light on a side of studentathletes’ work that often goes unnoticed. “I’m a believer that we should give an award to the Millbrook team with the highest cumulative GPA,” she said. “It’s a cool way to recognize our teams outside of winning championships.” In addition to competition highlights, Millbrook athletes benefit from the NFCA’s strong resources and community. The program’s recognition underscores not only the talent of Millbrook players, but also their discipline and integrity—qualities that define success well beyond the softball diamond.

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National Spotlight Shines on Millbrook Athletics Anyone who has watched Millbrook boys varsity soccer recently knows Francis Bonsu ’25 is among the nation’s best. So it was no surprise when he was named the 2024–25 Gatorade New York Boys Soccer Player of the Year. Francis earned the honor with 27 goals in 17 games his VIth form season, adding All-NEPSAC and High School All-American recognition. In just three years, he scored an astounding 101 goals. Ranked No. 7 in the 2025 PrepSoccer.com recruit rankings, he signed with UCLA, joining the country’s top recruiting class. A native of Ghana and graduate of the Right to Dream Academy, Francis followed in the footsteps of Mustang greats Shakur Mohammed ’21, Osseni Bouda ’19, and Edward Opoku ’15. Coach Jonathan Howe praised his unmatched skill and relentless work ethic, while, in a Gatorade Player of the Year press release, Hotchkiss Coach Mario Williams lauded his “moments of magic” that left opponents awed. “With a flick of the ball or a viciously curling shot off his boot, Francis consistently created moments of magic on the field, neutralizing what opposing teams had prepared for him through his rare combination of technical skill, pace, and athleticism. He was mercurial throughout the year, delivering flashes of brilliance that drew admiration from everyone in attendance and reliably producing something special out of nothing.” Francis is only the second Mustang to earn the award, joining Bouda, who also won national honors in 2017–18.

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Students & Faculty Inspired by 3rd Annual Alumni Summit In early April, nineteen Millbrook graduates—from the Class of 1982 through the Class of 2021— returned to campus for the third annual Alumni Summit. They shared their journeys from Millbrook to success in fields ranging from politics and social work to music and adventure. The day opened with a spirited performance of Aretha Franklin’s “Respect” by the Millbrook Singers and faculty band, setting the tone for conversations that highlighted how deeply alumni carry Millbrook into their personal and professional lives. Students then attended breakout sessions aligned with their interests, gaining real-world insights and building valuable connections with alumni speakers. The summit concluded with a keynote from Edward Opoku ’15, who traced his path from a small town in Ghana and the Right to Dream soccer academy to record-breaking seasons at Millbrook, a scholarship at the University of Virginia, and Major League Soccer. After an injury ended his career, he reinvented himself— building a career in luxury jewelry and founding BeHappy Inc., a nonprofit supporting youth in Ghana. Opoku’s message was clear: resilience defines success. His humor, candor, and gratitude moved the community to both laughter and tears, culminating in a standing ovation that captured the spirit of the day. The event was a further reminder that this new tradition is one of the most valuable experiences that Millbrook School offers its students.

Edward Opoku ’15

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Meet our 2025 Alumni Summit Presenters JOSH NEWMAN ’82

CHRIS DRAGO ’92

Senior Fellow, UC Irvine School of Social Ecology

Dutchess County Legislator Chris Drago grew up in Dutchess County and

Josh Newman, a former California State Senator,

launched his career in service as an AmeriCorps

represented the 29th District covering parts of

assistant teacher before graduating from Vassar

Orange, Los Angeles, and San Bernardino counties.

College. Over two decades, he became a leader

A Yale history graduate, he first served as a U.S.

in digital marketing, holding executive roles at

Army officer with assignments in Korea and Hawaii

top agencies and global brands including HP,

before building a career in internet and mobile

Mailchimp, and Airtable. In 2023, Chris was

tech start-ups. Guided by the values of service and community he first experienced

elected to the Dutchess County Legislature, where he advocates for affordability

at Millbrook, he later founded ArmedForce2Workforce, helping young veterans in

and community wellbeing. He also serves on the Board of Directors of the Sharon

Southern California find meaningful post-service careers.

Playhouse in Connecticut.

BRAM LUTTON ’91

Professor of Science and Technology at Endicott College

ALEXIS DAVIS ’93 Social Worker

Alexis Davis has dedicated more than 20 years

Bram Lutton is a professor of biology and

to supporting children and families as a social

biotechnology at Endicott College, where he has

worker. After studying psychology and sociology

inspired students since 2009 through courses in

at Dickinson College and earning her MSW from

biology and philosophy. After earning degrees from

Boston College, she worked across residential,

Colby College and Boston University, he completed

outpatient, and pediatric programs. Today, Alexis

postdoctoral research at Massachusetts General

serves as an outpatient therapist and supervisor

Hospital and Harvard Medical School. His work explores reproductive biology in

at Tufts Medical Center while running a parent guidance practice she founded

sharks, K–12 education partnerships, animal welfare, and consciousness studies.

15 years ago. Passionate about helping parents, she also embraces the challenge

A dedicated leader in science education, Bram has also chaired the Educational Council for the Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology.

DR. JULIAN REED ’92

Professor of Health Sciences at Furman University, ActivEd Co-founder Dr. Reed is a professor of health sciences at Furman University, where his research explores how physical activity impacts youth cognitive function and how built environments shape active lifestyles. He holds degrees from Hobart and William Smith Colleges, the University of Miami, the University of Northern Colorado, and the University of South Carolina. Widely published and the author of Active Education and Activating the Modern Classroom, he also co-founded ActivEd, creator of Walkabouts, movement-rich learning adventures for young students.

of raising her own two active boys.

EDITH RACINE ’01

Associate Head Coach, Cornell Women’s Ice Hockey Edith was inspired by her Millbrook experience to pursue careers in teaching and coaching. After two years as a French and math teacher at Portsmouth Abbey, she pursued college coaching with Brown University’s women’s hockey program before joining Cornell University in 2009. In her first season, the Big Red reached the Frozen Four final, losing in a triple-overtime thriller. Now in her 15th year, Edith is Cornell’s associate head coach, specializing in goalie training, recruiting, video analysis, and bench leadership.

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PROGRAM Alumni Summit 2025

JONATHAN LOPEZ ’02

MELISSA ROME ’11

Jonathan Lopez is an award-winning

Melissa Rome has served as a patrol officer in

communications professional, photographer, and

Newington, Connecticut, since 2020, following

filmmaker whose work has shaped the stories of

two years with the Hartford Police Department. A

some of the world’s most recognizable brands. From

top graduate of the Hartford Police Academy, she

Slam magazine covers to the Olympics, his images

earned the Samuel Luciano Award in 2018 and a

have captured millions of viewers worldwide. In

Lifesaving Citation in 2024. Melissa studied criminal

2018, Jonathan realized a childhood dream when he

justice at Norwich University and gained experience

joined the New York Knicks—not as a player, but as their senior producer and editor. A

in private security, firefighting, and community emergency response—commitments

former Mustang basketball standout, he lives by his mantra, Respect the shooter!

that reflect her lifelong dedication to public safety and service.

Visual Storyteller

Police Officer

SHEENA BASU ’03

KEN O’FRIEL ’12

Associate Director of Real Estate Operations, Memorial Sloan Kettering

CEO and Co-Founder, Toku Ken O’Friel is cofounder and CEO of Toku, a

Sheena Basu oversees operations, maintenance, and

compliance platform helping cryptocurrency

capital investments for Memorial Sloan Kettering

companies operate legally and pay employees in

Cancer Center’s $600M+ residential portfolio,

tokens across nearly 100 global tax jurisdictions.

supporting doctors, nurses, and research staff. She

Backed by $26 million from investors including

holds a master’s in construction administration

Blockchain Capital and Naval Ravikant, Toku serves 30% of crypto token companies listed on

from Columbia University and an MBA in strategic healthcare management from Hofstra University. Her career reflects a blend of

Robinhood. Ken also serves on boards spanning biotech, AI, and consumer goods.

technical expertise and financial stewardship, but her proudest achievements come

A Bates College graduate, he began his career as a sales trader at Merrill Lynch

from building strong teams and leading people with purpose.

in Tokyo.

PETER SMITH ’06

ZOË (WILSON) REINMAN ’12

Chief of Staff to the Head of Global Talent, Boeing

Advancement Officer, Grace Farms Foundation

After Millbrook, Peter Smith earned a degree in

Zoë Reinman is a philanthropy professional,

international affairs from The George Washington

community leader, and proud mom of two

University and served as a U.S. Army Black Hawk

daughters. She serves as the advancement

pilot, eventually commanding 40 aircraft and

officer for Grace Farms Foundation, an 80-acre

150 troops in Iraq and Syria. For many years, he

cultural and humanitarian center in New Canaan,

balanced military service with MBA studies and consulting roles at Deloitte and Slalom. Peter and his family recently moved to South Carolina, where he helps to lead global talent strategy for The Boeing Company and

mindfulness initiatives that advance equity in well-being worldwide.

supports 160,000 employees worldwide through recruitment, development, and culture transformation.

Connecticut. Previously, Zoë launched Lululemon’s global social impact program, Here to Be, which invests in movement and

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PROGRAM

AVEY MENARD ’12

JEN HUGHES ’17

Attorney

Avey Menard is an attorney and postgraduate

Former Special Assistant & Advisor, The White House

legal fellow at the University of Washington Native

Jen Hughes is a strategic communications specialist

American Law Center, where they advance Tribal

working at the nexus of technology, policy, and

legislation, self-governance, and the return of lands

national security. She most recently served at the

and resources to Tribal stewardship. Avey holds

White House as Special Assistant to the Principal

a bachelor’s in studio art from Pomona College

Deputy National Security Advisor, guiding decisions

and previously championed queer and trans artists through curatorial and exhibition work.

on regional conflicts and security strategy. Previously, she advised at the Office of the National Cyber Director and consulted at Penta Group on technology and policy issues. A magna cum laude graduate of

SHELDON FREEMAN ’14

Dickinson College, Jen studied political science and philosophy.

Musician & Creative Director, Suspended Media

ANDREW LYMM ’20

Policy Officer & Researcher to Opposition Whip, UK House of Commons

Sheldon Freeman is a two-time Emmy Award– winning creative professional whose career spans video production, editing, directing, music, and voice-over work. After more than three years at

Andrew Lymm is a policy officer and researcher for

ESPN—where his video teases and voice-overs

a shadow minister in the UK House of Commons,

reached millions—he went on to found and lead

focusing on treasury, business and trade, work

creative strategy and production at Suspended Media. This summer, Sheldon started

and pensions, and science and technology. He is

a new position as communications manager for DeVos Urban Leadership Initiative (DVULI), a faith-based leadership development program in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

also pursuing an MSc in Regulation at the London School of Economics. Andrew’s career has spanned U.S.–U.K. policy work, including positions and internships with DEFRA, the U.S. House Oversight Committee, and the

OLIVER COHEN ’16

Adventurer, I Run Earth Olly is an adventurer based in Seattle. In 2024, he ran 1,500 miles from Seattle to Jasper, Alberta, and back pushing a baby stroller with his skis strapped to it. Then, he ran 1,000 continuous miles from the Indian Ocean to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro to East Africa’s only public children’s hospital. Shortly after joining Millbrook's Alumni Summit, Olly ran 1,000 miles in Asia: across the Himalayas at India's northern border, over Mt. Fuji and the Japanese Alps, and across Japan's northeastern coast. Stay tuned for more details on his adventures.

New York State Supreme Court.

OLIVIA CHARLES ’21

Student & Entrepreneur Olivia Charles recently completed her honors bachelor’s degree at the University of Toronto, having studied the life sciences necessary for pre-med, bioethics, and philosophy. She also completed many core requirements of an MBA. While in her third year of undergraduate study, she developed a start-up with two other U of T students. Her start-up develops software called Veridocx, which helps medical device companies get FDA approval.

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PROGRAM

A MILLBROOK SABBATICAL

How Ocean Waves And Yoga CAN TEACH STUDENTS TO LOVE READING

In a society increasingly surrendering to the artifices of technology—whether it’s artificial intelligence or the disconnected connection of social media—Lewis Feuer is committed to understanding the analog complexities of the human experience. The English instructor returned to Millbrook this year after a sabbatical spent studying and writing about ocean waves as a metaphor for how readers engage with an unfamiliar text. Though his artistic output is beautifully arcane, it ultimately makes literature more accessible in a world where many students use every tool at their disposal to avoid reading.

The ocean-wave metaphor started forming long before his sabbatical. Years

In a pre-sabbatical Chapel Talk titled An Ocean Mind: I’m Still Learning to Read,

ago, Feuer created a VIth form English elective called Literature of the Ocean,

he urged students to “let a few sounds crash into your ears and pay attention to

exploring the liminality of humanity’s existence beside the sea. At the same

what it feels like more than what every last syllable means.” That idea continues to

time, he began drafting a lyric essay about reading as a process mirrored by the

guide his thinking today.

movement of waves, an idea that eventually anchored his sabbatical proposal.

During his sabbatical year, Feuer explored questions about resistance, emotion, and

He wanted to better understand the emotional and physical responses students experience when approaching difficult texts and how those responses might become catalysts rather than barriers.

engagement while traveling widely. After relocating from Millbrook to Brooklyn with his wife, Rachel Miller, the couple used a friend’s apartment as a home base from which Feuer set off to study the ocean firsthand. A longtime surfer, he spent

Instead of giving up when they encounter a text they don’t immediately connect

time in the water with his father on Block Island, chased a New York swell all

with, Feuer encourages students to embrace the emotions that arise when reading.

the way to Maine, and traveled to Morocco, the French Basque country, Bhutan,

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Indonesia, and New Zealand. Throughout these journeys, he immersed himself in the space between ocean and land, deepening the sensory foundations of his metaphor. One unexpected dimension of the sabbatical was Feuer’s decision to complete a 200hour yoga teacher training. Initially a matter of convenience, the experience became integral to his work. The training offered him a new vocabulary for understanding the nervous system, physical awareness, and the body’s ways of knowing—ideas that resonated with the emotional challenges students face as readers. He found the yoga texts and teachers “offered a different kind of intelligence, working with how the body knows things.” This perspective illuminated similar questions he was already asking as an English teacher: How does the body respond to a difficult passage? What does resistance feel like physically? How might acknowledging that physicality help a student move from frustration to engagement?

His yoga training may also find a broader home within the Millbrook community.

This connection between reading and embodiment now informs his approach

While yoga is currently limited to Saturday Morning Programming or occasional

in the classroom. Feuer believes that helping students reflect on the emotions

athletic sessions, Feuer now feels prepared to offer more comprehensive instruction

they experience while reading is increasingly essential in an AI-saturated world.

if the opportunity arises. Engaging with breath, body, and nervous system

While algorithms can generate summaries or analyses, they cannot produce a

regulation, he believes, would benefit students both intellectually and emotionally.

student's authentic emotional response to a text. That, he argues, is where the

Feuer returned to Millbrook this fall with a renewed focus on self-awareness

work that we do in our English classrooms can be geared.

at an ideal moment: the community’s theme for the 2025–26 school year is

Feuer has long pushed for creative writing to inform students’ critical analysis,

the core value of integrity. Whether guiding students to prioritize emotional

encouraging them to see how their personal experiences shape their reading. Now he

connection over cold analysis or helping them explore physical awareness

is thinking more deeply about how emotional literacy can counteract AI’s influence

through yoga, he is once again doing what he’s called to do: leading young

by grounding students in the aspects of reading that no machine can replicate.

people toward artistic and intellectual honesty.

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PROGRAM

Summer 2025: Student and Faculty Educational Experiences

Elias Castro ’27: Advocating for Change on a Global Stage Many Millbrook students partake in interesting activities during their summer vacation. But Elias Castro ’27 may have had the most interesting summer break of all after getting the opportunity to speak at the United Nations in New York City. The opportunity materialized during a summer internship at renowned law firm Sullivan & Cromwell, where Elias met a friend with connections to the UN through youth organization Whitestone Legislative Advocacy, who invited Elias to attend the UN Economic and Social Council Youth Forum at the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development.

“It was a great opportunity for me to learn about political landscapes and understand how multilateral efforts can help lead to new developments.” Highlights of his time at the UN included spending time at the Permanent Mission of the United Arab Emirates to the United Nations and sitting in on a meeting about gender equality with small Southeast Asian nation Timor-Leste.

in materials, and they haven't had the ability to advance technologically because of where they are. So, I thought talking about that was very important, especially at a time when polarization is increasingly a topic.”

But the biggest moment came when he was given the floor to ask a question

Elias plans to pursue a career in law and politics after he graduates from Millbrook,

during a Special Event on Climate and SDG Synergies, hosted by the UN

and his aspirations reach as far as the White House. Although he admitted to being

Department of Economic and Social Affairs and the United Nations Framework

intimidated ahead of his trip to the UN, the firsthand look at global policymakers

Convention on Climate Change Secretariat.

in action only strengthened his resolve to join their ranks. Until then, he’s making

Inspired by his heritage as a first-generation Dominican American and his

“I thought about how developing countries are at a disadvantage. They're not rich

a difference however he can within his Millbrook community.

empathy for developing countries, Elias asked about how international

“I try to be a people person more than anything,” he explained. “I love when

governments can work together to reduce the large percentage of damages

people around me are doing well; I love when they're smiling. So, I’m there if they

from natural catastrophes not covered by insurance, especially in countries

ever need a helping hand. I'm in Harris with all the freshmen, and I love when

that lack resources.

they come up to me and ask questions or ask for advice. It's super cool.”

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Summer Professional Development: Leading by Listening at gcLi Good leadership isn’t necessarily about being the most aggressive, dominant force in a space; more often, an excellent leader listens—especially in a community constructed around young adults still learning to use their unique voices. That’s the

Owen Kelley ’17

main nugget of truth that Millbrook faculty members Owen Kelley ’17, Brittany Foster, and Mitch Kastilahn mined from their trip to Colorado Springs, Colorado, and the Gardner Carney Leadership Institute (gcLi) leadership lab over the summer.

Mitch Kastilahn

Millbrook School commits significant resources to professional development for faculty, and gcLi is a popular option. According to its website, the institute was founded on the belief “that students encounter opportunities to lead every day, and teachers can help students recognize and succeed in these teachable moments”—or, as Kelley put it, “Teaching teachers to teach leadership.”

The training brought together a group of more than 150 K-12 educators, many from Millbrook’s peer boarding schools in New England. During the six-day conference, the attendees split into small focus groups to study and practice the leadership techniques they were learning. Kelley, Foster, and Kastilahn approached the training strategically, each joining different focus groups to ensure they encountered the widest range of perspectives possible, reconvening each night to discuss their takeaways. All newer educators—Kelley as of 2023, Foster and Kastilahn as of 2024— Millbrook’s representatives at gcLi found the leadership training invaluable to their roles as teachers, dorm parents, advisors, and coaches. They returned to Millbrook with tools that make them better leaders and help them guide students to take charge in productive ways.

Brittany Foster

Foster spoke passionately about her plans to implement the leadership training she received at gcLi into her work at Millbrook, especially as it relates to giving all students a voice. “I now have so many different skills for teaching my students leadership,” she said. “And not just teaching leadership to student leaders, but also to our students who might not have a leadership position, or to freshmen who are thinking, ‘How do I fit into this wider community?’ I can give them agency: ‘You have something to say here, and we want to hear it.’” She’s especially interested in hearing from students regarding the intersection of artificial intelligence and the classroom. Schools around the world are wrestling with this society-blitzing technology and its role in the learning process, and Foster believes Millbrook faculty can learn a lot by listening to students on the subject. With Millbrook faculty leading by example, students are immersed in an ideal environment for learning to lead through listening.

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ALUMNI WEEKEND 2025

HONORING THE PAST while looking ahead

Alumni Weekend at Millbrook School is a time for reconnecting, reminiscing, and celebrating the ways campus has progressed while remaining true to its founding principles. The 2025 version of the event held additional significance, as alumni participated in the dedication of the new Trevor-Lovejoy Zoo.

Reflecting on the Past In June of this year, reunioners once again returned to campus to enjoy Millbrook’s traditional events. The Class of 1975 kicked off their 50th reunion with dinner at Tamarack Preserve, toured campus the next morning, and gathered in Pulling House to share oral histories. They reflected on how community service shaped their lives, swapped stories of youthful mischief, and compared Millbrook then and now. While much has changed, they agreed the school still feels like home and looks very much like the Millbrook of old, only better.

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ALUMNI WEEKEND 2025

Reliving the Millbrook Experience Millbrook’s senior leadership team invited alums to a Saturday morning Q&A in the Chelsea Morrison Theater, fielding questions on everything from solar power to the careful integration of AI. After lunch in Casertano Hall, alumni returned to classrooms for a range of sessions: poetry with Kathy Havard, forensic fingerprinting with Gordie MacKenzie ’79, and wound-healing with honey led by Dr. Allen Dennison ’70. Some braved the rain to visit Millbrook's beautiful farm with Farm Program Director Lyuda Pope. Though the Alumni Parade was rained out, alums gathered in Flagler Memorial Chapel, where Mr. Downs delivered a State of the School Address, highlighting Millbrook’s strong momentum, progress on a new boys dorm, and plans for an athletic center expansion and chapel improvements. Class photos, a final shared meal, and music and dancing rounded out a weekend of joy, laughter, and reconnection.

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Trevor and Lovejoy Families Dedicate the Trevor-Lovejoy Zoo Dr. Thomas Lovejoy ’59, remembered reverently for his incredible life’s work, is now permanently honored with the naming of the Trevor-Lovejoy Zoo, unveiled during Alumni Weekend 2025. The new name unites Frank Trevor, who founded the zoo in 1936, with his student Lovejoy, whose time in the collaborative “zoo classroom” inspired his life’s work in global conservation. Known as the Planet Doctor, Lovejoy went on to reshape environmental policy and lead groundbreaking projects like the Biological Dynamics of Forest Fragments Project in the Amazon. The dedication weekend was as memorable as its namesakes. A Friday reception for the Trevor and Lovejoy families, curators, and guests saw dramatic rain and lightning, but spirits stayed high as remarks were shared by Head of School Jonathan Downs ’98, Trustee and Zoo Committee Chair Kelly Coles ’86, and Lovejoy’s daughter, Kata Petty. A ribbon-cutting followed on Saturday morning, featuring tributes from former Head of School Drew Casertano, ornithologist Dr. Rob Bierregaard ’69, and Zoo Director Dr. Alan Tousignant, who celebrated Trevor and Lovejoy’s enduring influence. After the morning gathering, alumni, students, and guests toured the zoo, enjoying keeper talks and reflecting on its legacy. The Trevor-Lovejoy Zoo stands as both a tribute and a promise— continuing to inspire future generations of conservationists while honoring the teacher-student bond that helped change the world.

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ALUMNI WEEKEND 2025

A Legacy of Love and Service to Millbrook REVEREND CAMERON HARDY P’92, ’08, ’13 At the Alumni Weekend Assembly, Millbrook presented Reverend Cameron Hardy with the Millbrook Medal for her notable contributions to the mission of the school over the past 35 years. Rev. Hardy accepted a Millbrook Medal from Head of School Jonathan Downs ’98 and Director of Advancement Natalie Smith. During her time at Millbrook, Hardy was an art teacher, college counselor, Human Development facilitator, dorm parent, and chaplain. She gave a beautiful acceptance speech, sharing the award with her husband, former Millbrook faculty member Bill Hardy.

“Cam has been many things to Millbrook: a teacher, a dorm parent, a counselor, a spiritual leader, a builder of community. But more than any title, she has been our conscience and our compass. She has helped us connect not only to one another but to something greater—a sense of purpose, responsibility, grace. Whether leading a quiet reflection in the chapel, organizing efforts to serve those in need, or helping a student navigate a crossroads with compassion, Cam brought a stillness, a kindness, and a depth of understanding that made people feel safe. Known for her humility and steadiness, she never sought the spotlight, and yet—here we are— because her light could never go unnoticed.” – Natalie Smith

MARK MERRITT Mark Merritt, who has served the Millbrook community as a member of the Physical Plant Office for 41 years, received the Edward Pulling Community Service Award. Senior Associate Director of College Counseling Emily Allen presented the award, sharing how Merritt has helped her family on many occasions as one example of his service to the community over four decades.

“Mark, you are the helper. You are humble, selfless, and kind. In your 41 years of service to Millbrook School you have worked tirelessly, asking for nothing in return. Your quiet confidence brings calm to chaos. You so generously provide strength, knowledge, and patience to all that you do and all those you encounter. For serving our school in the truest, most selfless way possible, on behalf of the entire Millbrook community, we honor you with the Edward Pulling Community Service Award.” – Emily Allen

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Get Involved

as a Millbrook Alumni Volunteer Millbrook’s volunteer team is key to keeping our alumni connected to one another and to the school. We rely on your support to help plan reunion programming and successful off-campus events, gather class notes for the magazine, and meet our Annual Fund goals. Generous alumni provide the energy that keeps our community strong and provides an exceptional experience for our students and faculty. Volunteering is easy and fun—and we are looking forward to working with you!

Become a Millbrook Class Agent •R each out to classmates and encourage them to share a class note in Millbrook's magazine. • I nspire classmates to give back to the place they love. Be an ambassador on behalf of the school and the Annual Fund, and call, email, or text to get others to join you in giving.

Host a Regional Event •H elp us bring Millbrook to you! Open your home or office to local alumni, families, and friends of the school—or host an event at a cool local venue. We’ll provide the party favors.

Help Plan as a Reunion Committee Member •D o you like to throw parties? So do we! Help coordinate your class’s reunion programming, encourage friends to attend, and ask your classmates to invest in Millbrook’s mission by making a gift to the Annual Fund in honor of your class.

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Financial Overview and Fundraising Successes

2024-2025

Administrative

Annual Fund

Endowment Physical Plant

Other Support

Instructional

Tuition

Salaries & Benefits

REVENUE: $27,758,459

TOTAL EXPENSES: $27,051,129

Tuition................................................................... $ 19,186,743 (net of Financial Aid)

Salaries & Benefits....................................... $ 13,685,510 Administrative.............................................. $

3,914,574

Annual Fund........................................................ $

2,771,713

Physical Plant............................................... $

5,355,987

Endowment......................................................... $

2,712,510

Support.......................................................... $

2,613,147

Other..................................................................... $

3,087,493

Instructional................................................. $

1,481,911

Gifts to Millbrook School

Capital Gifts

TOTAL GIFTS: $16,186,465 Annual Fund.................................................. $

Annual Fund

2,771,713

(Funds raised in support of the operating budget)

Capital Gifts.................................................. $ 10,162,899 Other.............................................................. $

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3,251,853

Other

2024-2025 Annual Fund: 1,357,593 Alumni..........................................$ 769,859 Other............................................$ 644,125 Current Parents............................ $

Total Number of Donors: 1,109 Supporters who gave their first gift ever: 135 Donors who have given consecutively for three or more years: 733

ANNUAL FUND ON THE RISE $2,771,713 $2,767,626 $2,400,405 $2,366,175

2019-2020

$2,437,348

$2,305,786

2020-2021

2021-2022

2022-2023

2023-2024

2024-2025

Sixth Form Gift Parents of this year’s graduates came together to honor their children just before Senior Dinner in May. Gathering outside of Schoolhouse, families celebrated the dedication of the Class of 2025 Schoolhouse Terrace, having raised $400,000 in honor of the graduates. Redesigned with comfortable cedar furniture, shade umbrellas, and a fresh railing, the terrace is the perfect spot to relax and unwind, watch a sporting event on the lower fields, or get some studying in on a beautiful day. Parents of our graduating class work closely with members of Millbrook’s Advancement Office to leave a legacy for their children. These class gifts vary from year to year, but they all share an essential quality: as naming opportunities, they remain a tribute in perpetuity to Millbrook graduates.

WHAT A FANTASTIC EXPERIENCE AT MILLBROOK! We were very proud to play a part in this class gift. We hope students will think of the Class of 2025 when they use and enjoy this beautiful space.

PARENT COMMITTEE: Amelia and Jim Wilson (co-chairs)

Rebecca and Madhu Tadikonda (co-chairs)

Meg and John Chamberlin

Darcie and Jonathan Crystal

Lisa and Timothy Hylan

Eliza Thorne ’95 and Mike Barnello

Claire and Jean-Baptiste Champon

Megan and Thomas Grant

Erika and Sean Malmgren

Kristen and Steve Rodgers

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Facilities A NEW HOME AT MILLBROOK Designed for Community & Connection Dormitories at Millbrook are more than just a place to sleep—they are where friendships are forged, ideas are shared, and students truly feel at home. The new boys dorm being built on the west side of campus continues this tradition with thoughtfully designed spaces that foster connection, comfort, and sustainability.

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HIGHLIGHTS

• Four attached faculty residences to foster deep connections between students and teachers • Improved living spaces for boys to support well-being, connection, and healthy routines • A bright, two-story lounge with a connected kitchenette and game room • 18 doubles and 4 single rooms • Laundry on both the upper and lower floors • Wheelchair accessibility to ensure an inclusive living experience • Design and construction meeting the highest environmental standards • Classic red brick exterior complements neighboring sister dorm Koenigsberger Hall • Completion of a Westend Courtyard with Burton Hall, Koenigsberger Hall, Mills Athletic Center, and the Flagler Memorial Chapel.

TIMELINE SUMMER-EARLY FALL: Excavation, footings, and foundation complete LATE FALL-MID-WINTER: Steel and wood structure built MID-WINTER-SPRING: Façade and roof work complete, 1st and 2nd floors are roughed in SPRING-SUMMER: Drywall, finishes, and millwork complete FALL 2026: Boys move in!

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FACULTY & STAFF

Faculty Retirements We shared gratitude and goodbyes in May with two longtime, outstanding members of Millbrook’s faculty. Adapted from dedication speeches by Kingsley Brown ’25 at the Senior Class Dinner

Reverend Cameron Hardy When Mrs. Hardy’s retirement was announced in assembly, the collective gasp that filled the theater said everything. It wasn’t surprise alone—it was recognition. For more than three decades, Reverend Cam Hardy has been a source of light, strength, and compassion at Millbrook, shaping our community with a generosity of spirit that reflects the very best of Non Sibi Sed Cunctis. Mrs. Hardy arrived at Millbrook in 1990, soon after she and her husband, Bill, moved east so he could lead the Art Department. She began her own journey as a

ceramics teacher, working at the Mill when it served as the hub of the arts. Over

every service, celebration, and gathering held within the chapel; and guided

the years, she embraced an extraordinary range of roles—teaching ceramics,

countless outreach efforts. She has officiated weddings, funerals, and

theater, and other arts courses; serving as an associate college counselor; guiding

baptisms—moments that have bound generations of Millbrook alumni, families,

students as a Human Development facilitator; and helping to create a warm,

and friends together. Her warmth fills every room she enters, and her care has

steady home as a dorm parent in both Abbott and Guest.

shaped lives in ways both quiet and profound.

Her devotion to Millbrook is woven deeply into her family’s story as well: Chris ’92,

Millbrook will feel different without her daily presence, but her legacy is

Devin ’08, and Lena ’13 each grew up in the embrace of this community. In 2009,

everywhere—in the students she has encouraged, the families she has comforted,

after earning her Master of Divinity from Yale Divinity School, she stepped into

and the community she has helped sustain with grace and conviction.

what became her most enduring role—Chaplain of Millbrook School.

Reverend Hardy, thank you for your leadership, your compassion, and your

As chaplain, Rev. Hardy has been a steady and joyful presence for students,

unwavering belief in this community. Your influence will endure in every corner

faculty, families, and alumni alike. She has led the Chapel Council; supported

of this campus, and in every life you’ve touched.

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FACULTY & STAFF

Trip Powers For more than twenty years, Trip Powers was a force at Millbrook—an educator, coach, mentor, and colleague whose influence was apparent in classrooms, on the courts, and in the culture of our school. Since joining the faculty in 2004, he helped shaped the Millbrook experience with his intellectual curiosity, boundless energy, and unwavering commitment to his students. His connection to this campus is also personal: both of his children, Fenway and Lila, graduated with the Class of 2021. Mr. Powers arrived at Millbrook with a remarkably wide-ranging background. He spent nearly a decade teaching at Lakeridge High School in Oregon, offering courses in Global History, U.S. History, Government Economics, Political Action, and AP European History. Earlier still, he worked as a polling and targeting expert—first for the Clinton/Gore ’92 campaign and later for the Democratic National Committee. This breadth of experience shaped the teacher he became: dynamic, global in perspective, and deeply committed to helping students connect historical study with the world around them.

Mr. Powers taught many Millbrook courses, always with the same intensity, curiosity, and talent for getting students engaged. He played an instrumental role in redesigning the world history curriculum and in creating Millbrook’s most advanced history offerings. One of those most notable courses is Advanced Economics, a distinctive seminar he developed after studying the economic value of nature’s contributions at Lewis & Clark and receiving encouragement from former trustee Rick Stuckey. The course—uniquely Millbrook—asks students to study financial markets through both traditional and ecological lenses. Now, after decades of inspiring students to pursue their passions, Mr. Powers is following his own in a master’s program in the Economics of Sustainability at Torrens University in Australia. He always modeled what it means to be a lifelong learner, and now he’s taking on an exciting new challenge of his own. Mr. Powers, thank you for your dedication, your creativity, and the countless ways you have strengthened this community. You will be deeply missed, and we wish you every success as you begin this next chapter.

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Leading the Way: People Who Make Millbrook, Millbrook

TRUSTEE APPRECIATIONS In May, five Millbrook trustees stepped down from the Board of Trustees after a combined 59 years of service. While each of these trustees brought their own strengths and experiences to bear, they all took to heart their responsibility to advance Millbrook’s mission, support its leadership, steward its resources, and guide its strategic direction. We will be forever grateful for the care and effort they put into every meeting, every conversation, and every decision made in support of making Millbrook the finest boarding school in the country.

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LEADING THE WAY

PETER CHAPMAN P’11, ’12 A graduate of Brunswick School, Michigan State University, and Columbia Business School, Peter built a remarkable career in sports marketing as partner, CFO, and COO of People and Properties and then Executive Vice President at GM R*Works, where he helped grow the company from 20 employees to 350 across seven offices. In 2009, Peter joined Millbrook’s board, and his tenure as board secretary was marked by quiet but powerful leadership rooted in his financial acumen and strategic perspective. Over the years, Peter served as a member of Millbrook’s Committee on Trustees, plus the Finance, Development Steering, and Executive committees, co-chairing the Millbrook Campaign (along with Caroline Wamsler ’87) and guiding it beyond its $80 million goal by 2018. As chair of Development Steering, his steady leadership and thoughtful counsel carried particular weight—when Peter spoke, fellow trustees listened. Equally important, Peter and his wife, Susan, were champions of Millbrook as generous hosts of many Millbrook receptions at their home in Greenwich, Connecticut. Peter extended his leadership through service on other boards, including Brunswick School and REACH Prep, an educational outreach program dedicated to providing enrichment and leadership training to Black and Latino students in Fairfield and Westchester counties and the Bronx. Through his service leadership, his generosity, counsel, and advocacy have helped shape the lives of countless students.

CAROLINE A. WAMSLER, PHD ’87 Caroline concluded her 15-year trusteeship this summer, leaving a record of extraordinary leadership and enduring devotion to Millbrook. Her lasting influence lies not only in policies and projects but in her insistence that Millbrook always live up to its promise. A specialist in Italian Renaissance art with a PhD from Columbia University, Caroline built a distinguished career as both a scholar and educator, teaching at institutions including Columbia, Vassar, Bard, and Wesleyan. She is also a public lecturer and published author in peer reviewed professional publications and a member of the board at The New York Botanical Garden and The American Academy of Berlin. At Millbrook, Caroline chaired the Committee on Trustees for eight years, using her expert knowledge of policy and procedure to guide the school through pivotal moments of governance and leadership. She also deeply valued the opportunity to work alongside faculty, parents, and students to shape Millbrook’s first Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion mission statement. In addition to serving on the school’s Committee on Diversity, she was a member of the Executive, Development Steering, Finance, Physical Resources, and School Life committees. In the early 2000s through 2018, Caroline co-chaired the Millbrook Campaign (along with Peter Chapman) to raise more than $80 million, including $25 million toward endowment, financial aid, and program initiatives and innovation. A steady advocate for faculty, students, and the school’s mission, Caroline’s voice has always been grounded in principle and pride for Millbrook, and her leadership has touched every aspect of school life— strengthening board governance, advancing diversity and belonging, and stewarding Millbrook’s campus and community with care.

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Trustee Appreciations

CHARLOTTE CARROLL TRACY ’88 Charlotte understands how schools work. She has a master’s degree in education and worked both as a classroom teacher (San Francisco Day School and Burke’s School) and a teacher educator (Bay Area Teacher Training Institute and The Nueva School). She has tutored underprivileged youth

footsteps. A triple-threat on the athletic fields, Kathleen captained both the soccer team and the lacrosse team she helped to establish in 1984. She was also an active member of the Alumni Office’s community service team and a proud Abbott girl. These early experiences helped shape her enduring love for Millbrook, and her alumna perspective shaped her board work on the DEIB Committee (where she also served as chair) and member of the School Life Committee, Physical Resources Committee, and Committee on Trustees. Kathleen has served other educational institutions whose missions she

through Reading Partners and has

believes in deeply, including Colgate (on their 55-member Alumni Council

volunteered for several non-profits, including

since 2006), MoMA’s Friends of Education, and the Studio Museum in Harlem.

Marin Country Day School, Youth Speaks, and

Her service and dedication reflect her unwavering commitment to building

Children of Shelters. From the moment she

stronger, more inclusive communities—at Millbrook and beyond.

joined Millbrook’s board in 2015, Charlotte brought all these experiences, plus a discerning eye, a collaborative spirit, and an unwavering commitment to Millbrook’s mission.

STEPHEN M. CLEMENT III During his nine years on Millbrook’s board,

As chair of the School Life Committee for eight years, she championed faculty

Steve drew on his three decades as head

and student well-being, helping to advance the faculty covenant and strengthen

of the Browning School to offer invaluable

the culture of care on campus. She also lent her expertise to the Finance and

insight into education and governance. His

Physical Resources Committees, where her focus on faculty benefits and

thoughtful voice shaped discussions on

her input on major projects and prioritizing student spaces—including the

student life, facilities, and philanthropy, and

new Counseling Center—ensured Millbrook remained competitive and

that ensured decisions served the entire

Charlotte’s advocacy and steady hand have shaped Millbrook in lasting ways,

Millbrook community’s best interests.

and her impact will continue to be seen in the daily lives of students and faculty.

A dedicated member of the School Life, Physical Resources, and Development

KATHLEEN A. DILL ’85

Steering committees, Steve championed Millbrook’s history and values while Kathleen completed her final term as trustee

helping to chart its future. His commitment to collaborative work and his

this summer, capping nine years of service

deep community ties along with his insight and generosity of spirit helped

to her alma mater. A communications leader

shape conversations about student experience, facilities, and Millbrook’s

at Advance and former longtime executive at

philanthropic future.

J.P. Morgan, she brought strategic expertise

Although stepping down as a trustee, Steve’s leadership continues as he guides

in governance, communications, and

the future of the Trevor-Lovejoy Zoo, with a special focus on fundraising for a

fundraising—always paired with advocacy

new medical center to advance its teaching and conservation mission.

and a deep care for Millbrook. Her Millbrook journey began as a third former in 1981, following in her sister Karen’s

he was known for asking the good questions

forward-looking.

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Trustee Introductions We are delighted to introduce Millbrook’s three newest trustees: Steven Romick, Darcie Crystal, and Jim Eagen.

STEVEN ROMICK P’26

Appointed January 2025 Steven is not only a highly respected leader in the world of investment management but also a parent who, with his wife, Eden, has been deeply engaged in our school community. Their daughter, Ella, is a VIth former, and their children Aidan, Amelia, and Sasha round out a family that shares Millbrook’s values of learning, growth, and service. Professionally, Steven is co-managing partner of First Pacific Advisors, LLC (FPA), an investment management firm based in Los Angeles. He is widely recognized for his expertise in value investing and has led the Contrarian Value Strategy and managed the FPA Crescent Fund since its inception in 1993. In addition, he co-manages hedge funds in the Hawkeye and Multi-Advisor strategies. Before joining FPA, he began his career at Kaplan, Nathan & Co. in 1985 and went on to found Crescent Management in 1990, focusing on identifying undervalued opportunities across capital markets. Steven is also committed to service and philanthropy. He serves as vice chair on the Board of Directors of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and sits on the Board of Directors and Executive Committee of the Weizmann Institute of Science, a research institution in Rehovot, Israel, with the goal of advancing science and science literacy for the benefit of humanity. At Millbrook, Steven is serving on the Student Life, Development Steering, and Campaign committees, strategically guiding annual and capital giving and endowment growth while championing philanthropy within the community. Steven believes deeply in Millbrook’s mission, the faculty’s belief in that mission, and the culture of kindness that Ella and his family have experienced over the past three years. The Romicks recognize that all faculty know students holistically, celebrate their high points, and support them during low moments. Steven’s combination of financial expertise, leadership, and dedication to community makes him a wonderful addition to our board. We look forward to the perspective and passion he brings to Millbrook’s Board of Trustees.

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DARCIE CRYSTAL P’24, ’25

Appointed May 2025

Rabbi Darcie Crystal has devoted more than 25 years to serving the Jewish community through leadership, education, and nonprofit service. Her career reflects a steadfast commitment to pluralism, inclusivity, community building, and strengthening Jewish identity across generations. She has led congregations of all sizes, from a rural synagogue in Woodstock, Vermont, to large and innovative communities in New York, while also mentoring future rabbis at Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion. Today, in her role at Central Synagogue’s Center for Exploring Judaism, she works closely with individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering meaningful connections to Jewish life and guiding those who are eager to join the Jewish people through conversion. Rabbi Crystal is also a respected nonprofit leader, having chaired the boards of Moving Traditions and the Princeton University Center for Jewish Life/Hillel. She has shared her expertise as a Rabbis Without Borders fellow and as a member of the Ethics Committee of the Central Conference of American Rabbis. Since joining the Millbrook community in 2020, Rabbi Crystal has been actively involved in student life on campus: supporting the Jewish student group, facilitating on-campus activities and celebratory dinners, and helping guide conversations on diversity, multiculturalism, equity, and justice. Most recently, she was an inspiring keynote speaker at Millbrook’s 2024 Commencement. Reflecting on her new role as a trustee, Rabbi Crystal emphasizes how deeply Millbrook has shaped her own family: “Millbrook is unique because every student is truly known and needed. As a parent of Eli ’24 and Hannah ’25, I have seen firsthand how faculty, advisors, dorm parents, and coaches nurture students as scholars, athletes, and leaders.” She looks forward to supporting Millbrook’s vision for the future, particularly its investment in outstanding faculty, new facilities, and a growing endowment. Rabbi Crystal’s aspiration is clear: to ensure that more families experience the transformational impact of Millbrook while sustaining the heart of the school—the people and relationships that make it extraordinary. With her broad leadership experience and personal devotion to Millbrook’s mission, Rabbi Crystal will be a vital contributor to the school’s continued growth and excellence.

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“I deeply admire the leadership of the school and the vision for Millbrook’s future.”

JIM EAGEN ’88 P’24

Appointed September 2025 Jim arrived at Millbrook as a slightly introverted, baseball-loving, saxophoneplaying IIIrd former and graduated with what he describes as “a whole new worldview and sense of what was out there.” Encouraged by faculty who pushed him to dig deeper and classmates who shared diverse perspectives, he found his voice and a sense of belonging that shaped his path forward. After earning his bachelor’s degree from Manhattanville College, Jim set off on a cross-country bike trip that began in a spirit of adventure and ended with volunteer work in New Mexico teaching Navajo and Hopi children to read and write. From this experience, he contacted Millbrook’s then-new headmaster, Drew Casertano, confirming his decision to begin a life of teaching and learning. Jim started his career at Kildonan School in Amenia, New York, later teaching, coaching, and serving as middle school dean at Dwight School in New York City while earning a master’s degree at Columbia’s Teachers College. Leadership roles followed at The Harker School, Crystal Springs Uplands School, and Manlius Pebble Hill School. An endurance sport athlete, Jim has raced bicycles competitively, completed more than fifty marathons, competed in the Ironman World Championships, and climbed peaks from the Andes to the Himalayas. His professional life has been defined by resilience, imagination, and bold “what if ” questions. In 2013, Jim became the founding head of Synapse School in Menlo Park, California. In the heart of Silicon Valley, Synapse has emerged as a global leader in the science of learning and human development. Built on three pillars—innovation, social-emotional learning, and leading-edge academics— Synapse operates as a living laboratory where teachers and researchers collaborate to better understand how children learn, think, and grow. In partnership with Stanford University, Synapse launched the Brainwave Learning Center, an onsite neuroscience lab where students and scientists study the developing brain in real time, connecting classroom experiences to cutting-edge research. Under Jim’s leadership, Synapse has become a model for schools worldwide, inspiring educators to reimagine what’s possible when empathy, curiosity, and evidence-based practice intersect. Now, as both an alum and parent of an alum—his daughter Sarah, Millbrook Class of 2024, now at Cornell—Jim joins Millbrook’s Board of Trustees eager

“Every kid needs to be seen for who they are. School should be more than just a list of classes to get through. The pursuit and practice of education should become a way of life.”

to help move the school forward while preserving its distinctive character and spirit.

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In Honor of a Lifelong Teacher and Conservationist:

The Alexandra Bullock Olsen ’00 Conservation Education Endowed Internship

When Alexandra (Bullock) Olsen ’00

To honor Alex’s memory and continue the kind of learning she

arrived at Millbrook, her love for animals

valued most, her family, led by Alex's grandmother Lorinda de Roulet,

and the natural world quickly found

established The Alexandra Bullock Olsen ’00 Conservation Education

a home at the Trevor Zoo. A lifelong

Endowed Internship at the Trevor-Lovejoy Zoo. This endowed fund will

“tree hugger,” Alex’s compassion for

support semester-long interns from university and graduate programs

all living things was well known, from

pursuing studies in animal conservation, zoology, pre-veterinary

rescuing a litter of rabbits destined for

science, or related fields, offering them hands-on experience that

the zoo’s food chain to caring for one

complements their academic pursuits. The internship embodies Alex’s

of the rescued bunnies, Timmy, who

belief that learning and doing should always go hand in hand, and it

became a familiar sight at games and

ensures that the Trevor-Lovejoy Zoo remains a place where education

around campus. Her commitment to animal care and conservation

and conservation intersect in meaningful ways.

deepened through her years at Millbrook, where she discovered the

Presently, the fund supports one semester-long internship, with

joy of learning through hands-on work and the importance of teaching

the goal of expanding and sustaining the program throughout the

others to care for the world around them.

full academic year. Established with an initial gift of $250,000 from

Alex carried that spirit into every chapter of her life. A beekeeper,

Alex’s family, the endowment will grow as others join in honoring her

cheesemaker, and chef who delighted in sharing food and friendship,

legacy. Her family has pledged to match an additional $250,000 once

she approached every endeavor with curiosity and generosity. Whether

Millbrook raises the same amount, with the ultimate goal of building

coaching a swim team, teaching English as a second language, becoming

the fund to $1 million and beyond.

a certified emergency responder, or volunteering at the Commons at

As Millbrook continues to strengthen its connections to higher

Silver City community center, Alex lived as a lifelong learner and a

education and expand opportunities for young conservationists, this

natural teacher. Her boundless curiosity and desire to make life better

gift affirms a shared vision for the future—a place where students of

for others reflected the same values that defined her Millbrook years—

all ages, inspired by Alex’s example, will continue to learn, teach, and

respect, service, stewardship, curiosity, and integrity.

care for the living world with curiosity, empathy, and joy.

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