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Today, we honor the resilience, culture, and history of Black Americans. Juneteenth marks the emancipation of the last enslaved African Americans in the United States, a reminder of the long journey toward freedom and equality. As we reflect on this day, let’s commit to learning, growing, and fostering a community where every voice is heard and valued.

When Proctor alumni run into each other out in the real world - whether it is on a gravel ride in Colorado, at a music venue, or on the streets of Boston, their shared experiences create an immediate bond that transcends their years spent on campus in Andover, New Hampshire to these shared experiences are the faculty and staff who make Proctor, Proctor. Many members of our professional community choose to make Proctor their home for their entire career, while others spend a chapter of their life with us, but all leave an indelible mark on our community and the lives of their students. This year, we bid farewell to the following professional community members and thank them for their service to Proctor’s mission.

Buz Morison | 2009-2026 | Science Department, Nordic Skiing
Linda Sargent | 2011-2026 | Learning Skills Department
Pam Brown | 2019-2026 | Housekeeping Department
Alicia Barry | 2019-2026 | Admissions Team
Stephanie Einstein | 2024-2026 | Math Department
Marc Flaherty | 2022-2026 | History Department
Ted Fuell | 2024-2026 | Mountain Classroom
Kara Jacobs | 2023-2026 | World Language Department
Gavin Moody | 2023-2026 | Admissions Team, Football
Emi Morison ‘14 | 2023-2026 | Mountain Classroom
Justin Truchon | 2017-2026 | Assitant Facilities Manager

Read more about these wonderful educators on The Buzz.
https://www.proctoracademy.org/explore-proctor/the-buzz/buzz-details/~board/the-buzz-a-window-into-the-proctor-experience/post/thank-you-to-this-years-departing-professional-community-members (https://hubs.ly/Q04lTHmJ0)

Thank You to This Year's Departing Professional Community Members When Proctor alumni run into each other out in the real world - whether it is on a gravel ride in Colorado, at a music venue, or on the streets of Boston, their shared experiences create an immediate bond that transcends their years spent on campus in Andover, New Hampshire.

Today we share the passing of our beloved colleague and former Assistant Head of School Karin Clough. Karin was a remarkable person, and an unparalleled educator, mom, partner, daughter, teammate, colleague, and friend, who generously shared a sixteen year chapter of her life and family with our Proctor community. When Karin arrived at Proctor in 2008 with her three young children (Luke ‘18, Finn ‘18, and Sofia) and husband, Kurt, she immediately made an impact on the lives of Proctor students and colleagues. She asked questions that encouraged us to think differently, to trust in our abilities, and to try things we never thought we were capable of doing. She showed up. Always. For games and races and performances and art shows, for students and colleagues in need, for her own family, for parents during difficult conversations and in moments of joy. She taught us what it means to be present for one another and for a school community, and she showed us how to be truly interested in the lives of others. Read more about Karin's impact on Proctor on The Buzz below.

Remembering Karin Clough | Educator and Assistant Head of School Today we share the passing of our beloved colleague and former Assistant Head of School Karin Clough. Karin was a remarkable person, and an unparalleled educator, mom, partner, daughter, teammate, colleague, and friend, who generously shared a sixteen year chapter of her life and family with our Pro...

The final weeks of the school year move quickly at Proctor – awards assemblies, Senior Recognition Night, and Commencement arrive almost on top of one another. It is in that stretch that the year comes into focus, and that we pause to recognize the seniors and educators who guided them. Read more about end of year awards and recognitions on The Buzz below.

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Class of 2026 Awards and Professional Community Recognitions Today, we highlight members of the Class of 2026 who earned individual recognition, as well as three members of our professional community honored for their service.

Our Peru adventurers all returned home safely early this week after 12 days of living and learning and exploring together! What an amazing way to kick off the summer!

Five Proctor sophomores spent the spring trimester living and learning in Costa Rica's Monteverde region. They settled into life in the cloud forest town of Santa Elena, each living with a Tico (Costa Rican) host family and studying at the Cloud Forest School. Read more about their term on The Buzz below.

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Proctor en Monteverde: Looking Back on the Spring Five Proctor sophomores spent the spring trimester living and learning in Costa Rica's Monteverde region, challenging themselves daily. Beyond academic skills and knowledge, they came away with profound personal growth and a deeper understanding of themselves.

Congratulations to our Head of School, Amy Smucker, for being recognized by the Colby College Alumni council with the 2026 Outstanding Educator Award. As Colby shared, “As Head of School at Proctor Academy, Amy is recognized for her leadership in innovative education and experiential learning. Her career spans multiple leadership roles in independent schools, reflecting a profound commitment to the lasting impact of educators on young people.” Not a bad way to close out her first year as Head of School! Congratulations, Amy! We’re proud of you!

We had a perfect evening at Lake Sunapee Yacht Club last night celebrating a wonderful year and thanking Amy and Jimmy for their leadership during their first year at Proctor.

As both Amy and Heather Huff, P’27 shared, Proctor quite simply transforms young people’s lives. No two students take the same path through Proctor, and we feel so fortunate to gather with this group of local parents, grandparents, alumni, former employees, trustees, and past trustees to celebrate the unique place Proctor holds in our community.

Thank you so much to the Huffs, the Beckmans P’27, ’29, and the Quackenboses P’26, ’28 for hosting this wonderful event!

Proctor inducted the 2026 class of the Athletic Hall of Fame over Alumni Reunion Weekend. Proctor’s Athletic Hall of Fame seeks to recognize and honor those individuals and teams who distinguished themselves as outstanding contributors to athletics while at Proctor and who have continued to exemplify the values core to the community: respect, responsibility, compassion, and honesty in their personal and professional lives. Congratulations to this year’s inductees:
- 1967-1968 Varsity Hockey Team
- Robert (Bob) Beattie ‘51 | Alpine Skiing, Football, Tennis (Post-Humously)
- Sarah Hamor Greenshields ‘00 | Snowboard Racing, Field Hockey
- Jerome Dyson ‘06 | Football, Basketball, Baseball

Read more about this year’s inductees on The Buzz below.

https://www.proctoracademy.org/explore-proctor/the-buzz/buzz-details/~board/the-buzz-a-window-into-the-proctor-experience/post/2026-proctor-athletics-hall-of-fame-induction