The PrideCast

In this episode of The PrideCast, we sit down with Virginia Savage ’05, whose Peck story has truly come full circle.

After graduating from Peck in 2005, Virginia went on to Lawrenceville and Hamilton College before returning to South Street, this time as an educator. Over the years, she has worn many hats at Peck, including English teacher, advisor, coach, grade-level leader, and Interim Head of the Upper School.

Virginia reflects on what it was like to grow up at Peck, return as a faculty member, and experience the school from both sides of the classroom. She also shares how the values at the heart of Peck’s Portrait of a Graduate—curiosity, character, courage, compassion, and a commitment to community—have shown up throughout her own journey as a student, teacher, coach, and leader.

It’s a conversation about coming home, finding purpose, and what it means to carry the lessons of Peck with you long after graduation.

Just one grade apart, Sam ‘21 and Lexi Schnur ‘22 shared much of their childhood together at The Peck School before continuing on to Pingry. In this episode, we reflect on what it was like growing up side by side, the unique bond that comes from sharing so many milestones, and the lasting friendships and experiences that shaped them along the way.

We also talk about one of the most difficult chapters in their lives and how that experience strengthened their family, influenced their perspectives, and reinforced the importance of the Peck community during a time when support mattered most. Their openness, resilience, and gratitude make for an incredibly meaningful conversation.

From funny childhood memories and sibling stories to thoughtful reflections on growth, family, and life after Peck, this episode is both heartfelt and inspiring.

I hope you enjoy my conversation with Sam and Lexi Schnur!

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This week, I sit down with Christopher Fu ’22, Peck's 2026 Commencement Speaker, a recent graduate of Phillips Academy Andover, and a member of Princeton University's Class of 2030.

As a Peck lifer, Chris reflects on the teachers, friendships, and experiences that shaped his journey from Kindergarten through eighth grade, and shares how Peck prepared him for success at Andover and beyond. We also discuss leadership, taking risks, embracing new opportunities, and what advice he would give to current Peck students as they prepare for their own next chapter.

Whether you're a current student, parent, alum, or simply someone who loves hearing inspiring stories, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

In this episode of The PrideCast, we sit down with Christina Parsells, Peck Class of 2011, to reflect on her journey from Peck to Kent Place and on to Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business. A standout student-athlete, Christina competed on the Georgetown Women’s Golf Team while also serving in leadership roles across campus.

Christina shares how her early experiences at Peck helped shape her work ethic, leadership style, and competitive drive—lessons that have carried through her academic and professional career. From the fairways to the finance world, this conversation highlights the power of community, resilience, and staying true to your path.