Sunshines for Gillette! by Team Academic Ops

Gillette ----my fellow Libra!

antoneishawilson1 — 2021-12-14 16:31:17 UTC

You were one of the first folks I met at AF during my interview - you were warm and made me feel like AF was a great place to be. I also remember our first trip to New Haven and you introduced me to the infamous "mash potato pizza". Thank you for these kind memories! I wish you a journey of success and happiness in this new chapter of your life. All the best, GH!

- Antoneisha

Gillette!!

austinjames1 — 2021-12-15 16:59:32 UTC

I still remember how positive you made me feel throughout my interview process! Your warmth and encouragement was a huge part of what made me consider AF, and getting to know you since joining the team has been such a pleasure. I've tried to imitate your warmth when I'm in interviews, but I doubt I'll ever do you justice. I hope that whatever is next for you is beyond fulfilling and uplifting - you deserve all the best!!!

So much love!
- Austin

2021-12-15 21:59:47 UTC

It has been such a pleasure to work with you these last few years. You were one of the first people that I met at AF, and you really helped me to settle in and I am forever grateful. I will never forget our fond NTT memories and the countless conversations in the office or dinners or happy hours :). Summer won't be the same without you. You truly are a part of the heartbeat of this team and you will be missed. I really hope that the folks you meet in your next chapter, know how lucky they are :)

Wishing you all the best
-Brittany

Gillette!

TeamAcademicOps — 2021-12-16 14:45:16 UTC

I'm so sad to see you leave but so glad to have had the opportunity to work with you! I'll always remember the final interview round and how easy and fun it was to work with you! While I'm sad we will not be working together I'm glad we'll always be friends!

Best,
Rishabh

Ac Ops Legend --

TeamAcademicOps — 2021-12-16 16:03:55 UTC

It's been a pleasure serving by your side all these years. You have always exuded leadership and charisma. Sad you're leaving us, but also excited for the next step in your professional career. Obviously, you're going to kill it. Hope to keep in touch! Don't forget us.

- PK

2021-12-16 19:39:40 UTC

Gillette! I am sad to see you go, but so excited for your next chapter! Thanks for being so welcoming and supportive in my first year. We went from seeing each other every day (on the zoom), to rare sightings (still on the zoom). I still look forward to seeing you in real life and we will toast to your new adventure. Wishing all the best and MORE!
-Tiffany

TeamAcademicOps — 2021-12-16 20:57:47 UTC

TeamAcademicOps — 2021-12-16 20:58:23 UTC

Gillette!

alexandrawillis1 — 2021-12-16 21:26:06 UTC

Although we haven't had as many opportunities to connect in recent times, I truly enjoyed and appreciated the opportunities that we did when we were at Adams. You were the first person I talked to when interviewing for this position and the first person to make me feel welcome. Thank you for always taking that extra mile to get to know the folks here, especially the new ones. You are going to make such an impact at your next endeavor and I'm so excited for what's to come for you! Wishing you all the best!
- Alex

Happy Trails, Gillette <3

ashlynrazzo — 2021-12-16 21:50:25 UTC

1. You know how I feel about you <3
2. I'm not going anywhere - I live in your phone <3
3. You're going to bring so much joy and fun where you're going - I'm so jealous of them. You're my fave <3
Love ya, Gillette. Don't be a stranger and I'll see you at the next Quiz Bowl
<3 smAshlyn

We Will Miss You!

2021-12-16 21:58:13 UTC

Gillette you are gem of a person. When I first joined AF, you were so welcoming and so helpful in figuring out what AF was. Throughout our time together you've made me laugh, challenged me, and have made us such a stronger organization. Each time you share in meetings or we work together I learn from you. You care so and much it's truly inspiring. I will miss you kicking my butt in poker. Stay in touch.
Love,
Payal

TeamAcademicOps — 2021-12-16 22:05:18 UTC

Gillette! It's been such a joy to work with you. Over the years I've been constantly in awe of your leadership, wisdom, and all the amazing work you do. I have so many fun memories of my time with you at AF - from my ENY days when we did co-observations together to the past few years on AcOps. It's hard to imagine an AF without you, but I'm so excited for you as you move on to this new adventure. Wishing you such good luck!
Lots of love!
- Mary Ann

Love you lots!

2021-12-16 22:09:33 UTC

My G, I am so excited for your next adventure! You have had such an incredible and lasting impact on countless people during your time at AF. I can't imagine my time there without you and owe a ton of my growth to you. You are one of the kindest, warmest, smartest, silliest humans and we are all so much better for knowing you. I miss working together more than you know, especially accidentally wearing entire matching outfits to the office once a month. I love you to the moon and can't wait to see the positive impact you'll continue to make on the world.
<3 Colette

Gillette,

2021-12-16 22:18:30 UTC

I shared this with you directly, but just want to echo how much I have appreciated who you are (your warmth, humor, care), your commitment to our kids and your commitment to centering LRE in your practice and especially in hiring. You will be deeply missed and I am excited for you to shine bright in your next endeavor! - De-Lea

Gillette,

TeamAcademicOps — 2021-12-16 22:25:56 UTC

It’s been such a pleasure working with you this past year! When I transitioned from Team Chief of Staff to Team AcOps you made me feel welcome. I’ve loved getting to know you and I so appreciate the support you’ve provided me this past year. Your love of our scholars and your dedication to ensuring that the work we do at AF is in support of our scholars is inspiring. I wish you the best of luck in your next endeavor! Please keep in touch!

- Talib

Gillette,

2021-12-17 01:37:46 UTC

I'm so grateful that I got to work with you over the past couple years! I always appreciate getting your perspective and the wealth of knowledge you bring about AF, operations, assessments, et cetera et cetera et cetera. Your next team is lucky to have you!

Lian

To one of the greats!

2021-12-17 15:40:32 UTC

Gillette, there are no words in moments like this that can truly capture your impact. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to work with and for you. I have felt so cared for and I have grown in ways I couldn't have imagined - largely due to your leadership and love. I appreciate you and all that you have done for everyone around you, and I am so excited for the people in your new org who will get to have the privilege of getting to know you.

Take care, and DEFINITELY stay in touch!
Lisa