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Dear Priory Community,
On January 18th over 200 members of the Priory community—current parents, alumni parents, former and current faculty and staff, alumni, former and current Trustees–crammed into the Performing Arts Center to pay tribute to the legacy of Tim Molak who after 30 years of service isretiringasHeadofSchoolonJune30,2020. Formanyofthosewhoattendedthetribute event, it really was a homecoming, to the place, the community, that made a lasting impact on their lives and the lives of their children. (See Tim Molak Tribute event article on page 26.)
The speeches and tributes that night were as much about the man as the institution. Tim’s character and personal attributes shaped and affirmed the mission. The Benedictine values are part of his DNA. Tim’s accomplishments are Priory’s achievements. The school has come a long way since Tim first stepped foot on the campus in 1989. There were challenges to face and obstacles to overcome before Priory could shine the way it does today. Tim’s undaunting tenacity and visionary leadership were met along the way by cadres of dedicated faculty, administrators, generous benefactors, knowledgeable accomplished advisors, faithful hard-working volunteers, and pious Benedictine monks.
We are exceedingly grateful to all whose dedication to the school over the years allows us to provide an exceptional educational experience for our students. This year’s Annual Fund is evidence that generosity is alive with 81% of families participating thus far. Our devoted Annual Fund Class Chairs have worked
tirelessly this Fall toward 100% participation, and we fully expect to get very close by the end of the fiscal year. Cynthia Mahood-Levin and this year’s committee of ardent Gala volunteers are getting ready to go On the Safari, March 28th. This largest social event of the year, in support of every single student, brings the entire community
togetherforanightoffestivitiesandfundraisingatSharonHeightsCountryClub. Anottobemissedevent! Community-wide celebrations continue on May 8th when All Are Welcome to gather in Schilling Square for a casual BBQ and fond farewell to Mr. Molak followed by an Alumni Reunion on May 9th in the new Spears Plaza. We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events and thank you on behalf of the monks, faculty, staff,
and students for all the ways you contribute to the success of the school. We can’t do what we do without you. Always we begin again,
Suzanne Couch
Director of Development
Trustees set the charge and lead the way with 100% participation this last Fall.
The Annual Fund Class Participation progress as of date.
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