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COLLEGES ON CAMPUS: BRIDGTON COLLEGE FAIR RETURNS Bridgton hosted its sixth Annual College Fair on September 29. Students and representatives from 49 colleges gathered in the Memorial Gymnasium to discuss academic programs, admission requirements, and potential futures. The event provided the Class of 2022 with a firsthand opportunity to interact with college admissions officers and learn about a wide variety of schools from across the country. Jamie Izaryk, Director of College Counseling, reflects, “There was a particular excitement this year, felt by all, to be able to provide this opportunity to our students. The Class of 2022 really did an outstanding job representing both themselves and Bridgton Academy. The College Fair is always a highlight of the year for the College Counseling Office and this year it was a little extra sweet!”
A BRIDGTON LEGEND RETURNS TO THE CLASSROOM This October, some lucky Wolverines arrived at their classes to find a sight familiar to countless Bridgton alumni—legendary teacher Peter Gately returned to the classroom! When a faculty member had to take a week away from school, Gater was happy to step up to the plate once again. “I really enjoyed getting back on campus and into the classroom. Stepping back into Room 15 where it all started for me was special. Even more so was the energy I felt being back with such a great faculty and staff and seeing the young men fully engaged in BA life; we have a very special place here in North Bridgton!” It was great to have this Bridgton legend back on campus helping to make the difference for the Class of 2022!
ALUMNUS SHARES VALUE OF HARD WORK AND OTHER WORDS TO REMEMBER Bridgton Academy was happy to welcome Bob Bogan ’83 back to campus this November for a talk in Twitchell Memorial Chapel. Bob, who served for many years as president of the Bridgton Academy Board of Trustees, has remained steadily involved in the work and mission of Bridgton since his time as a student. During his presentation, Bob shared his belief in the value of hard work, a foundational element in his philosophy about living a positive life. Bob also challenged the students to consider one word that they might be remembered for. Whether that word was integrity, kindness, dependability, or many other options, Bob encouraged the young men to consider carefully how they navigate the world and to choose their particular word well.
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