LA says farewell to our faculty and staff retirees
C I N D I M E RC E R by Caitlin O’Brien P’26
In 2006, Cindi Mercer was working as the after-school program director at the Groton Country Day School (purchased by Lawrence Academy in 2018 and now called “LA South”). Tanya Clark, who works at Lawrence Academy and whose children attended Country Day, encouraged Cindi to apply for a part-time position in admissions at LA. Cindi worked at both schools for the next seven years, balancing two part-time jobs. In 2013, she began full-time employment as a gift processor in LA’s Advancement Office and has worked there ever since. Cindi found a home at Lawrence Academy over her 16-year career. She learned new skills and grew professionally, all while building relationships across campus. Her impact has been felt throughout the Tanya Clark and Cindi Mercer entire student cycle, from assisting in the admissions process, to proctoring exams and supervising study hall, to ensuring alumni donations are entered correctly and thanked appropriately. Cindi’s favorite LA moments? Seeing her daughters Rebecca Bostick ’11 and Abby Bostick ’16 graduate from LA! We will miss Cindi’s infectious laugh, her willingness to help — no matter the task — and hearing about her love for her family, pets, music, and motorcycles. Although it will be hard for Cindi to say goodbye to her many friends in the faculty and staff of Lawrence Academy, she has big plans that include sunny skies, long rides, and a happy, healthy retirement.
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