As you step into retirement, that same sense of purpose can transform into something more personal: a mindful appreciation of each day, each moment, and the space you’ve so richly earned.

May this new chapter offer you the opportunity to enjoy life with the same depth, intention, and wisdom you’ve given to others for so many years.

With appreciation

The Chaara Family

Thank you for everything these past five years. Our entire time at BT has been marked by your friendly smile and patient guidance. Thank you for being an amazing example of wisdom and character for Marcel. We will miss you, and we wish you all the best!

The Banks Family

We've been blessed to have you as part of the Primmer family's BT experience for 13 years now in some capacity or another. You are a thoughtful leader and a compassionate educator. Your positivity and kindness will be missed by the families who have been lucky to know you. We wish you a joyful, relaxing retirement, full of the things you love to do, as well as new adventures and interests!

Gina Malloy, Jon & Dori Primmer

You will be greatly missed.

Etherton-Rochling Family

Congratulations!

The McElderry Family

I am glad that I was able to be a part of your career both at the start of your years at BT and again at the end. Your passion for students and the lightheartedness you bring to situations that can otherwise be tense has been appreciated. We wish you all the best in your new adventures in retirement. I am sure you will find fun in all you do.

The Bradford Family

May you be blessed with many scuba diving adventures, evenings by the fire, and time with your family making spectacular memories. I wish you the very best!

Jenna

The Buchanan Family

Congrats!

The Hessman Family

Thank you for your time and efforts dedicated to the children of Brownell Talbot. Your contributions are truly invaluable.

I hope to maintain our friendship and interactions and potentially join you on some of your diving excursions.

Congratulations on your retirement!

Thank you for knowing every student’s name, for every pep talk, all the morning greetings, and for helping to make Brownell Talbot feel like a real community. Our children are better for having had you in their corner!

Kari

Happy Retirement! Best wishes on your next adventures. We’ll miss you at BT.

Patrick, Alicia, and Gracie McMahon

The Thompson Family

Congratulations on your retirement! When I came to BT you were so welcoming & I will never forget that! Your school spirit has always been inspiring and it’s always been evident how much you love BT & its community. Thank you for all you’ve done!

Love,

Shelby Gibbins (class of 2017)

PS sorry for all the times I was out of uniform

Well Done! Bravo Zulu!

CDR Tim Fowler USN Ret.

You have been, and continue to be, a great role model for me to look to. I am so thankful to have been a student at BT during your time there. The genuine care you have for your students, even after they graduate, does not go unnoticed. So many positive things have happened at BT under your leadership and guidance. Congratulations on your retirement, my friend! Please stay in touch!

- JB Davis

Tami Petrulis

Thank you for your support and guidance. Thank you for sharing Flynn with us as well.

May your new adventures be filled with wonder and joy.

Jennifer Morgan

Thank you for always supporting the Knudson’s. Millie and Landes are lucky to have had you as their middle school leader. You have always made time for us, whether we are talking sports or Hawaii, or directing cars and telling dad jokes! Thanks for always having a smile on your face.

Much Aloha,

J.D., Jess, Millie and Landes

Dear Mr. Harrell,

As a parent of a class of 2019, I have known you as a very active head of upper school. You were always helpful, cheerful, and kind. You looked after the safety, and well-being of the entire BT student community. Thank you and wish you the very best for the next chapter.

Suseela Sarasamma

Thank you for your commitment to the students of BT! It was always a pleasure to see your cheerful face. Thank you for all of your service. Enjoy retirement !

John, Terri, Andrew and Annakate Foley

Sandy and Todd

Reading that you started the House System at BT made us realize how much of an impact you've had on the school community. It’s one of the things we think is especially unique and meaningful about BT, not only how it gives the Upper School a sense of identity and belonging, but also how each house adopts Lower School classes, helping connect students across ages while building confidence, character, and community.

You always greeted us with such a warm smile whenever we saw you on campus, and that kindness will definitely be missed.

Wishing you a wonderful and well-deserved retirement!