Beaver Reflections:
I graduated from Beaver in 2009 and started in 7th grade. My experience was great and I made lifelong friends. I remember going back for my 10 year reunion and reminiscing about all the amazing times my friends and I had there. One of my favorite teachers was Mr. Greenberg. He helped me with my writing skills and was always there to talk about anything with me, especially in 7th and 8th grade. Also, I remember being on the field hockey, volleyball, and softball teams. I loved being part of a team and growing my playing skills on the field but also leadership skills.

What is #happeningnow in your life:
After I graduated from Beaver, I went to Adelphi University where I studied communications and sports management for two years. I then took a year off and worked at a YMCA in Massachusetts. Following that, I finished up my bachelor’s at Curry College where I majored in communications and minored in Spanish. After that, I worked for AmeriCorps, one in Massachusetts and one in Texas. Following my time with AmeriCorps, I went to Simmons University where I received my master’s in social work. Currently, I work at an outpatient clinic called South Shore Behavioral Health Clinic but am transitioning to an addiction/detox unit. I will still work at South Shore Behavioural Health Clinic as well.

“Beaver really helped me believe in myself because of the constant support one receives while there that not many schools have.”
– Gabriela Cohen ’09

Advice to Beaver students:
There are plenty of opportunities at Beaver, whether that is faculty members, variety of classes, or extracurricular activities one can get involved with. Do your best to take advantage and it will pay off in the long run even if you are hesitant to do so at the time.