RETIREES

Neal Busch stepped away from his responsibilities in the technology department, where he handled much of the “behind-the-scenes” details of the school’s Blackbaud database. Neal’s expertise, patience and tenacity were of enormous value. We are grateful for the Busch family’s friendship (Neal and his wife, Bonnie, both worked at Gilmour after their son, Jake, graduated in 2003) and for Neal’s steady and guiding direction to our information services.

The pain of his departure from the technology department has been softened by his willingness to remain a photographer for campus events.

Cindy Candau was recognized at the year-end faculty meeting for her 20 years of service as an Upper School Spanish teacher. During that time, she served as the foreign language department chair; organized and led multiple student trips to Spain; was active in Gilmour’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives; and was a consistent and active volunteer in Gilmour’s service programs. She served on numerous mission trips to Honduras and worked closely with Tiho Teisl and Pat Brubaker ensuring Gilmour’s continued commitment to Nuevo Paraiso.

Cindy’s role at Gilmour extends beyond that of an educator. Her daughter, Rosalie, is a Gilmour alumna from the Class of 2010.

Nancy DiVicenzo,our Lower

School nurse and substitute teacher, will always be remembered as the calming, competent voice on the other end of the phone, saying, "Everything is OK, I am calling to tell you..." She was there to provide loving care for all the bruised knees, upset tummies and everything in between that hit her office on a daily basis, offering immediate attention and expert care Randi Russell retired after 22 years at Gilmour. She helped establish the MontessorI program in the Lower School and her passion for children is genuine and could be felt the moment you entered her classroom. Her dedication to Gilmour, its mission, its families and her colleagues is inspiring and significant. She served as a model of teaching driven by a passion for children.

Debbie Marcum served as

Randi Russell’s assistant for 20 years. She was on a leave of absence last school year and then decided to retire. However, she is looking forward to staying connected with students, faculty and staff as well as working as an occasional substitute as needs arise.