Perspectives on a
Transition in Leadership “Proctor has long been committed to supporting the needs of individual learners and encouraging its students to take a risk to try something new and lean into discomfort in order to grow. As adults, we also benefit from coaching, reflection, and embracing new learning experiences. I look forward to Brian’s dynamic leadership with regard to setting high expectations for our own professional growth as well as helping us capitalize on the creativity we harnessed as a community while teaching during the pandemic. It will be important for us to remain committed to forging strong relationships with our students and their families while also being mindful of the need to further innovate our model and teaching practices as we emerge from the pandemic and seek to prepare our students for the challenges of our world.” Jennifer Fletcher, P’18, ‘21, ‘21 Learning Skills Department Chair - Appointed 1998
“In 1675, Isaac Newton wrote to fellow scientist Robert Hooke: ‘If I have seen further, it is by standing on the shoulders of giants.’ Since its founding in 1848, many people have made important, lasting contributions to Proctor Academy. Those of us who are fortunate to be stewards of the school now, stand on their shoulders. We recognize Proctor constantly evolves, yet remains true to itself. Our privilege is to engage in the ongoing process of shaping a remarkable community that cultivates individuality while simultaneously embracing shared values and common expectations grounded in respect. Our charge is to ensure that generations from now, others benefit from the opportunity to ‘see further.’” Gregor Makechnie ‘90, P’17, ‘19, ‘22, ‘25 Director of Athletics - Appointed 1997
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