Through late January and early February I had the opportunity to speak to many Brimmer and May alumni. Each alumna/alumnus inspired me with his or her stories and experience. Collectively, they are a purpose-driven, informed, engaging group of people who speak about Brimmer with love and respect. They told stories about how their teachers shaped their lives and how the education they received propelled them into interesting careers and countless hours of volunteering in their communities. They name Brimmer as the place where they found their voice, courage, and determination.

 

The ages of the alumni I visited spanned from 24 to 96 years of age. Young alumnus Patrick Pierre-Victor '10 shared that, after graduating from Skidmore College, his year-long teaching position in China showed him how a diverse population lives. He is now happily employed at the NYU Medical Center in their business department. Patrick speaks Mandarin and French with a full appreciation for having a global perspective that serves him well in his new position. Nathalie McCulloch, Brimmer '37, spoke about how her life has been filled with adventure and volunteer work. A world traveler, with her most recent trip to the North Pole at the age of 94, she values the diversity of our School and speaks knowledgeably of our world's challenges. She spoke about her time at Brimmer School on Brimmer Street in Boston when World War II was presenting many challenges for the students. She shared her view on the importance of a Brimmer education that prepares our students for a challenging future.