Episode 66: Brookstone Alumni Spotlight – Stephanie Hunter

Welcome back to Brookstone’s Be the One Podcast! In this week’s episode, we’re thrilled to sit down with Stephanie Hunter, a proud Brookstone alumna, dedicated board member, and passionate parent. Stephanie shares her unique perspective on all things Brookstone, weaving together heartfelt memories and visionary insights.

In this episode, Stephanie reminisces about her time as a student, sharing some fun and unforgettable stories from her days at Brookstone. As a current board member, she offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to be part of shaping the school’s future. Stephanie also dives into the exciting work of building Brookstone’s new strategic plan and what it means for the community moving forward.

Whether you’re an alum, parent, or someone who loves to hear stories of growth and community, this episode is packed with inspiration and insights you won’t want to miss.

Listen now and join us as we celebrate Stephanie’s incredible journey with Brookstone!

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Highlights:

Episode: Spotlight on the Arts – Aladdin Jr. with Kate Depue and Charles McPherson

In this week’s episode of Brookstone’s Be the One Podcast, we shine a spotlight on the talented students in our theater department as we chat with Kate Depue and Charles McPherson! Both students played key roles in Brookstone’s recent production of Aladdin Jr., a performance that brought the magic of Agrabah to life right here on our campus.

Kate and Charles share the highs and challenges of preparing for such an iconic show, from diving deep into their characters to working alongside their castmates to perfect each scene. They also reflect on how being part of Aladdin Jr. has shaped their high school experiences and contributed to their personal growth.

Listen in to hear about the behind-the-scenes dedication that went into this production, the joys of theater, and what they’ve learned along the way. Whether you’re a theater lover or simply curious about our students’ artistic journeys, this episode offers a wonderful look at the heart and talent in Brookstone’s theater department.

Tune in now to join us in celebrating the arts at Brookstone!

Introduction:

Be the One Podcast – Episode 63

In this episode of the Be the One Podcast, we are joined by Jason Branch, a proud Brookstone alumni, parent, and board member. Jason reflects on his personal journey through Brookstone, sharing how his experiences shaped who he is today. He also discusses how his children are thriving at Brookstone, highlighting the growth and opportunities they have encountered.

Tune in to hear Jason’s vision for the future of Brookstone School, as he talks about the values that make Brookstone special and what he hopes to see in the years ahead.

Key Discussion Points:

Don't miss this insightful episode with one of Brookstone's most dedicated community members!

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Ed Martin, Brookstone School's Assistant Head of School for Institutional Advancement. Ed shares his vision for the future of Brookstone, reflecting on the successes and challenges of his first year with the school. He also provides exciting insights into an upcoming capital campaign that promises to propel Brookstone to new heights. Whether you’re a current student, parent, alumni, or friend of the school, this episode is packed with valuable information about the direction our community is heading.

**Key Topics:**

- Ed Martin’s vision for Brookstone School and how he plans to achieve it.

- Reflections on his first year at Brookstone: successes, challenges, and surprises.

- An inside look at the future capital campaign and what it means for the school’s growth.

- How the school community can get involved and support these upcoming initiatives.

Tune in to hear about the exciting plans and the future of Brookstone School straight from one of our key leaders!

Today, we are talking to the incoming Head of Upper School, Cindy Todt. Cindy has been at Brookstone in a variety of roles for more than a decade, including US Math teacher, Dean of Faculty, and head of Brookstone Summer Camp. She has seen Brookstone from a lot of different angles and we look forward to talking to her today as she begins this new undertaking. 

If you are interested in having your child become a part of the Brookstone family, reach out to Anne Parker, our Director of Enrollment for more information or visit the Admissions Tab on our website. We are still accepting applications for the 24-25 school year. 

Lastly, if you prefer to watch instead of listen, you can watch this episode and other podcast episodes on our YouTube Channel, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CougarLive⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We also invite you to visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠brookstoneschool.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ and follow us on social media.

Go Cougars!

Today, we are talking to two seniors Mary Kinnebrew and Olivia Raines from our Applied Leadership Class.

Leadership is one of our Core Values here at Brookstone and it is so important to us that we have an entire class devoted to it. Mary and Olivia share with us some of the things they learn and do in class and then some special reflections on Brookstone as they look back over their senior year.

So if after hearing from these awesome young women, you want your child to become a part of the Brookstone family, reach out to Anne Parker, our Director of Enrollment for more information or visit the Admissions Tab on our website. We are still accepting applications for the 24-25 school year. 

Lastly, if you prefer to watch instead of listen, you can watch this episode and other podcast episodes on our YouTube Channel, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CougarLive⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We also invite you to visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠brookstoneschool.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ and follow us on social media.

Go Cougars!

Today, we are talking to Lower School Counselor Haley Champion and College Counselor Jeremy Mack about College Board testing, timelines, and accommodations. This is a very niche episode, but one full of important information.

If you are interested in having your child become a part of the Brookstone family, reach out to Anne Parker, our Director of Enrollment for more information or visit the Admissions Tab on our website. We are still accepting applications for the 24-25 school year. 

Lastly, if you prefer to watch instead of listen, you can watch this episode and other podcast episodes on our YouTube Channel, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CougarLive⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We also invite you to visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠brookstoneschool.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ and follow us on social media.

Go Cougars!