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Meet The Board Keep an eye out for more board member profiles in future issues of Tatnall Today.
Tatnall’s Board of Trustees is a diverse group of professionals who embody the Mission of our school and are devoted to driving our growth and maximizing our impact. Each trustee has their own reason for dedicating their time to Tatnall, and each reason speaks to a deep respect and appreciation for our unique culture. Get to know the men and women who support our school.
Abby Mrozinski ’98 How have your children (Owen ’27 and Amelia ’31) been adapting to learning in a COVID world? How have some of Tatnall’s new teaching innovations contributed to their learning? This is certainly a very difficult time for everyone. As a parent, I worry every day about how this is affecting our children, and I often catch myself lamenting all of the things they are missing out on during these months. But then they will excitedly tell me a story about some new thing they did in school that day—like one-on-one Zoom reading sessions with the other 2nd-grade class, a new COVID-friendly game they made up during recess, or time spent in the outdoor classrooms—and I realize they are also learning some really important lessons and skills. My children are learning to adapt and becoming more comfortable with the new and unknown. They are learning to problem-solve and think creatively and be open to new ways of doing things, and they are learning that they have a responsibility to take care of themselves and those around them. Every day I am inspired by their ability to face this challenging time. And every day I am deeply grateful to the Tatnall faculty and staff who have worked so hard and so creatively to give our children the gift of in-person learning. Their care and dedication are allowing our children to thrive during this challenging time.
Terri Young Why do you choose to serve on Tatnall’s Board of Trustees? Tom Ferry, a previous Board member, and I met each other in 2000 while working together at Nemours. When he approached me about possibly serving on the Board, I was intrigued for several reasons. Tom mentioned that the Board was looking for someone with human resources experience, which I had, and I knew that my previous education work could add value. Since I did not have previous experience with Tatnall, I started my research by looking at the website and speaking with others. This brings me to the primary reason why I serve on the Board: The mission of the organization as well as the motto were of great interest. “All Things Done in Love” resonates with me both personally and professionally. I have seen in action that the school is a way of life. The emphasis on the whole child is evident in the conversations at the Board level and in each interview process that I have been involved with. I have experienced the passion for the school from all levels of the organization. It is easy to be a part of a Board when the other members are so invested in what is best for the school, the families, and the children. I feel fortunate to have this opportunity to serve on the Board and look forward to my continued involvement.
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:: Tatnall Today :: Fall/Winter 2020-2021
