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(Left to right): Glenn ’89 and Lisa Sherrill, with sons Jack and Will; Robin and Bill Branstrom; Robbie Branstrom ’06; and Stuart Sherrill ’92.
Steadfast Supporters Since 1981
When it comes to consecutive giving, Robin and Bill Branstrom set the example
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ike so many in the Country Day community, Robin and Bill Branstrom’s connection to our school began simply as parents. From 1981 to 2006—25 consecutive years—the children of Robin and Bill attended Country Day. Robin’s sons, Glenn ’89 and Stuart ’92 Sherrill, along with Robin and Bill’s daughter, Robbie Branstrom ’06, are Country Day graduates. They also have two grandchildren, Glenn’s sons, who currently attend our school. Over the years, Robin and Bill have served Country Day as longtime, faithful supporters and community leaders. They have served as members of the Board of Visitors since 2007 as well as in leadership roles for the past several capital campaigns at Country Day. Bill served on the Board of Trustees for eight years, as vice chair and chair of various committees, including Advancement and Committee on Trustees. Bill and Robin were co-chairs of the Country Day Boosters Club Board. Recently, they served as chairs of the 6
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Grandparent Committee of the Annual Fund. Currently, they are serving on the Advisory Committee for capital projects. This spring, they were inducted into the Honorary Alumni Association for their service and commitment to the school and its mission. In honoring them, Board Chair Art Roselle said, “We are extremely grateful to the Branstroms for their deep and faithful commitment to the financial
Robin. “It has educated and nurtured our three children and now two grandchildren. The faculty, coaches, and administration have given them confidence, encouragement, knowledge, and yes, love. It is a priceless gift that Country Day has given to our family. To be able to give back to the school and express our gratitude to them is a joy for us.” “We are so indebted to families like the Branstroms,” said Katharine Atkins, director of major gifts. “They are among nearly 900 donors who have shown consecutive support for Country Day and its students for five years or more, and we’re eager to celebrate everyone who shows this level of loyalty and dedication to the school.” Look for more information this fall regarding plans to establish a loyal giving society at Country Day.
“It is a priceless gift that Country Day has given to our family. To be able to give back to the school and express our gratitude to them is a joy for us.” stability of our school. Their leadership, first as parents and now as grandparents, has helped Country Day to continue its legacy as a forward-thinking institution committed to developing talented students to be their very best.” “Charlotte Country Day School has been a part of our lives for many years,” said