Advancement News Meet Peter & Cecilia Loeb
Cecilia Drew Loeb & Peter Loeb, M.D. have a multifaceted history with Maclay School. Cecilia is an alum, and has been a coach and supporter, while Dr. Peter Loeb served on the Board of Trustees, currently serves on the STEM Leadership Council, and has been the on-field physician for the Marauder Football Team since its inception. Cecilia and Peter are dedicated past parents of two graduates Alexander (’08) and Madeleine (’10). The Loeb’s dedication to the mission of Maclay School and spirit of generosity have played an instrumental part in recent advancements and additions on campus. Question: Your family has a long history with the Maclay School community, with an alumni connection, as the parents of two graduates, and through service in a coaching capacity and on the Board of Trustees. Can you share a bit about your philosophy in your philanthropic support of the school and how your involvement has informed this legacy of support? Education is a priority for our family. Maclay is a learning and nurturing environment. Both of us went to boarding school and have a strong relationship with those schools. We wanted the same quality of education we experienced. and it’s not about supporting the school financially, but just by being there for the school. It’s easy to support Maclay when the school is doing it right. It makes us love it even more. Question: How would you describe your children’s educational experience and opportunities they took advantage of at Maclay? As we expect from a strong school, the curriculum is diverse (and getting more so), the student-teacher relationships are fruitful, and that any student can find their place – whether it be in Academics, the Arts or Sports. Question: What do you think are the most important things that Maclay contributes to our Tallahassee community? Superior education. Cities need this type of school to be able to attract professionals with families. And, of course, the school’s involvement in Latin competition, Math meets and Best and Brightest bring awareness of the caliber of our students. 36
Question: You have championed the need for updated facilities for our school programs. Can you share a bit about your feelings on the importance of new inspiring learning spaces for our students, faculty, and institution overall? Education is not stagnant. Students and schools can not advance without continuing to stay ahead of the curve. The addition of STEAM classes and facilities is necessary to have the best quality teachers. and in turn, these new educational spaces and courses equal the standard we expect. Question: Can you elaborate on your personal philosophy and approach to philanthropy? Your family has supported various initiatives over the years here at Maclay; what informs your approach to giving whether it be from the lens of the Annual Fund, Capital Projects, or from a Planned Giving perspective? Consistent giving to organizations we feel is important, especially to those that have been a part of our lives. Those that have been there for us locally and help nationally, for example the United Way and Tunnels to Towers. Question: What are you most excited about for the future of Maclay as an institution? With the support of parents, past-parents, alums, teachers, etc., Maclay will maintain support to continue to strive for excellence, and be the school of the next generation – shaping education for the future. We believe in Milford’s vision and enthusiasm.
