Why We Give: Rajat Paul Dhall and Rumy Sidhu
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ajat Paul Dhall and Rumy Sidhu have two Delbarton sons, sophomore Neel ’24 and 8th grader Veer ’26. Rajat is Co-Founder and Managing Director of Mindlance Inc., an IT management company, and Rumy is an IT Program Manager at Chanel. For their sons’ education, the family searched for an ideal small class size, an exceptional faculty and a place where their sons could develop into fine young men of faith. They felt an instant connection when they toured campus, and say that they were attracted to “Brotherhood, a safe space for boys to blossom, and the endless opportunities available for academics, extracurriculars and service. Delbarton truly felt like HOME!” Today, both boys feel the sense of belonging and inclusivity, and their interests are varied. Neel played Ice Hockey and Soccer in Middle School, and ran Track this spring. He has been an integral part of Mock Trial and Diversity Among Peers (DAP). Veer plays Tennis, Basketball and Football
and is a member of the Speech & Debate Club. Rumy says that, for both the boys and their parents, “The forever relationships formed within our Delbarton community are simply priceless.” She adds that her growing sons live for and on SAGE, Delbarton’s very accommodating foodservice provider!
The family’s first Homecoming in 2018 also left a lasting impression. “To see this big family of current students, alums, teachers and families come together on the lush grounds was something straight out of a book,” Rumy recalls. “It felt great to be a part of the Green Wave.” Jenna Gomez, who with Tony Negrin co-moderates DAP, was
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