Why I Give

My list of passions is long—my family, my friends, traveling, college football (Go Vols!), music (Rihanna all day).... the list goes on. A contender for the top of the list is St. Andrew’s. My passion for the school began when I moved to Austin in 2012 to work in the College Counseling Office and continues to this day. In that first year, I quickly learned that our community is filled with people working toward the common goal of helping our students reach their highest potential. Each day, I get to witness the unique experiences, specialized opportunities, and the strong support systems we have in place for our students.

In my role as a college counselor, I am afforded the opportunity to witness the growth beginning in the 9th grade as students embark on their journey of discovery and exploration of college options. By the time they are having one-on-one meetings with us, students most often say that no matter where they go to college, they would like some aspects of their college life to feel like St. Andrew’s. Whether it is the ability to connect with teachers, small class sizes, access to student support, or a welcoming environment, it is all because they have attributed these things to their success as a high school student.

As a member of the St. Andrew’s faculty, I have experienced firsthand the impact of philanthropic support on our community. These gifts have allowed me to grow as an educator and as a person. I have been able to bring projects to life and have been encouraged by our creative, curious, and innovative community. That is also why I believe in supporting the school through my own contributions. My hope is our continued support will help foster teaching and learning for the students of today and in the future. St. Andrew’s is more than just a place of employment for me. It’s a community I believe in, a place that is adaptive, nurturing and responsive to the needs of all. It has been a pleasure to work with passionate educators and young adults who motivate each other every day. On behalf of all of my colleagues, thank you for your profound generosity and for helping St. Andrew’s provide the best experience for every student.

Chad Fulton Associate Director of College Counseling