CHAIRMAN’S LETTER

Dear Friends,

In my four years on the board of trustees of Keswick School, three as chair, I have come to appreciate just how unique our school is. Each boy comes with a complex diagnosis, so he and his family have a particular set of needs. Our staff, faculty, and administrative leadership find ways to work with each of our boys and their families toward a path forward to independence and for that, we are deeply grateful. On our website is a quotation from some appreciative parents who express the confidence that their son will “continue on the positive path you have shown him.” Their sentiment captures much of what the Keswick School means to all of us who are proud to associate with this place and its people.

As we improve our facilities, such as the renovation of the Depot into a first-class dining facility and the expansion of our administrative offices into the main house, and as we work toward a longstanding dream of having a new arts center, we are indeed growing stronger. Yet, our real strength remains in the services we provide to our students and their families. As we grow stronger, they grow stronger.

This report is as much an expression of gratitude as it is a window into life at our school. Through the audited report at the end of the school’s finances section (approved by an independent auditor and audit committee), we want our donors to know that we use your gifts to constantly improve the culture of the school and the experience of our students.

I have had the privilege of handing transition certificates to the students who are moving on to other schools at the end of their time with us. I have seen in their eyes and in the eyes of their parents and families the pride and hope that comes from knowing how to move forward.

Thank you for your contributions to the school. Your support and interest in making sure Keswick School is here for generations to come offers a positive path to everyone who turns to us.

Sincerely,

Thomas Albro, Esq. Chair, Board of Trustees

Dear Keswick School family,

It has been a great year for the school, for families, and for our greater community. Keswick School has navigated many challenges with skill, hard work, and perseverance. As a result, we find the school in a strong position at the end of the 2021–2022 school year.

The campus is undergoing new and exciting renovations and looks beautiful. The students are enthusiastic and engaged about learning and developing new relationships. The staff are embracing opportunities to make significant changes in our students’ and their families’ lives.

Keswick School is entering a new phase of capital improvements, and I am excited to be a part of this next chapter! The support we have received from our engaged community is impressive. Thank you for your efforts and dedication to the mission of the school. We have just completed the renovation of the Fitzpatrick Depot dining facility and deeply appreciate Neil and Gaillee Fitzpatrick for their vision and generosity. We are preparing to move into the newly renovated Main House administration building and staff center to serve our parents and dedicated staff even better.

I continue to be inspired by our staff’s expertise, dedication, and commitment in bringing to life Keswick’s mission. Throughout my 30-year tenure, I have grown to become a better learner, teacher, and leader due to the contributions of others.

Three years ago, Terry and I become grandparents for the first time. We now have two grandsons and a granddaughter. Becoming a grandparent brought a new perspective to my life. I have a renewed sense of excitement and respect for the parents my daughter and son have become. This experience has enabled me to understand, at even a greater level, the profound sense of commitment that Keswick School parents and grandparents feel in caring for their children and grandchildren’s welfare and future. We are continually humbled and inspired by the trust that these families put into us when they enroll their children.

Keswick School is “Growing Stronger” and prospering because of all who contribute on a daily basis to the exceptional student experience. We are deeply appreciative of the strong, developing tradition of philanthropy among our family and friends. We would not have been able to accomplish a number of wonderful initiatives, including our capital improvements, without the support and generosity of many.

We are defined by our past stories and our future potential. Our staff, students, and families continue to display the courage, creativity, and passion that our school embraces. I look forward to the growth that lies ahead!

Gratefully,