About
More than a century has passed since Mr. Taft founded our school. While the world and the school have changed dramatically, his fundamental values endure: work hard, without regard for public acclaim; develop all your talents: academic, artistic, and athletic; and most importantly, give of yourself to others.
Admission
“Our Admissions Committee seeks prospective students who will, in equal measure, embrace all that it means to be a Taft student—the rigors, the fun, the commitments, and the rewards."Peter Frew '75, Director of Admission
Academics
Our students develop the skills, knowledge, and habits of mind to be lifelong learners, critical thinkers, and responsible global citizens.
Arts
“Art allows the heart, mind, and spirit to grow together.” Loueta Chickadaunce, Art Teacher
Athletics
In building one of the most successful athletic programs in New England, Taft coaches promote fair play, respect for opponents, a love of the game, competitive spirit, and team loyalty.
Campus Life
Taft is a school with heart. Our sense of community is strong, and extends to every aspect of campus life.
Giving
Taft has been built, brick by brick, through the collective generosity of generations of alumni, parents, families, and friends.
Living Our Motto
Not to be served but to serve is more than our motto, it is the underlying principle that shapes our perspectives and guides our actions every day.

About
More than a century has passed since Mr. Taft founded our school. While the world and the school have changed dramatically, his fundamental values endure: work hard, without regard for public acclaim; develop all your talents: academic, artistic, and athletic; and most importantly, give of yourself to others.
Admission
“Our Admissions Committee seeks prospective students who will, in equal measure, embrace all that it means to be a Taft student—the rigors, the fun, the commitments, and the rewards."Peter Frew '75, Director of Admission
Academics
Our students develop the skills, knowledge, and habits of mind to be lifelong learners, critical thinkers, and responsible global citizens.
Arts
“Art allows the heart, mind, and spirit to grow together.” Loueta Chickadaunce, Art Teacher
Athletics
In building one of the most successful athletic programs in New England, Taft coaches promote fair play, respect for opponents, a love of the game, competitive spirit, and team loyalty.
Campus Life
Taft is a school with heart. Our sense of community is strong, and extends to every aspect of campus life.
Giving
Taft has been built, brick by brick, through the collective generosity of generations of alumni, parents, families, and friends.
Living Our Motto
Not to be served but to serve is more than our motto, it is the underlying principle that shapes our perspectives and guides our actions every day.

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The Taft School
Alumni & Development Office
25 The Green
Watertown, CT 06795
800-959-8238
860-945-7756 FAX
General inquiries: TaftRhino@taftschool.org

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Alumni & Development Office

Lawrence Crimmins

Lawrence Crimmins

Director of Development

School: 860-945-5923

Bonnie Welch

Bonnie Welch

Associate Director of Development

School: 860-945-7744

Christine Afiouni

Christine Afiouni

Director of Alumni Relations

School: 860-945-5909

Linda Beyus

Linda Beyus

Editor, Taft Bulletin

School: 860-945-7753

Seamus Conway

Seamus Conway

Communications Associate

Hannah Dunphy

Hannah Dunphy

Administrative Assistant for Alumni Relations and Development

School: 860-945-7746

Cristina Esmiol

Cristina Esmiol

Assistant Director of the Annual Fund

School: 860-945-7739

Anna Kasperuk

Anna Kasperuk

Gifts Officer

School: 860-945-7742

Kelsey Kerr

Kelsey Kerr

Director of the Annual Fund

School: 860-945-7748

Laurie Kilburn

Laurie Kilburn

Research Associate

School: 860-945-7740

Geoffrey Liggett

Geoffrey Liggett

Major Gifts Officer

School: 860-945-7714

Cathy Mancini

Cathy Mancini

Assistant to the Database Manager

School: 860-945-7814

Dawn Menta

Dawn Menta

Manager of Stewardship and Administrative Assistant to the Director of Development

School: 860-945-7741

Paul Parvis

Paul Parvis

Director of Planned Giving

School: 860-945-7751

Amanda Pulawski

Amanda Pulawski

Director of Special Events

School: 860-945-7933

Joyce Romano

Joyce Romano

Class of 1992

Director of Parent Giving

School: 860-945-7749

Ann Ruegg

Ann Ruegg

Gifts Specialist

School: 860-945-7747

Chris Snow

Chris Snow

Class of 1997

Database Manager

School: 860-945-7915

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