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presentations, videos of plays, and discussion. I loved practice, specifically when all 15–20 students were thinking as a unit and communicating the same goals. I find clear similarities to Trevor's faculty. We present challenges with which we are faced—whether that be with curriculum, students, community, or life—and we work together as a team to address the issues. It is amazing when a group comes together for a common goal; the faculty's goal is always students' success and health. Q: What have been some of your favorite roles at Trevor? A: I loved teaching English in the Upper School. I laughed so often and would be struck by students' thoughtful responses. I learned so much from them! It is amazing to teach a work of literature several times and to learn something new each time. Coaching will always be a true passion of mine. I thought about the games and practices all night and day. I also loved when practice ended and students would hang for another hour (or two) to play, talk, eat, and simply be together. I would enter most athletic contests wondering how on earth we could win. When our full court press was set and cooking, or our corner kick set was in motion, I felt chills. We were fortunate to win many games. Those, of course, are great memories, but my memories of the practices, bus rides, and time together are even more valuable to me. Q: Inevitably cities, communities, and schools change over time. What do you say to older alums who claim, "It can't be the same school as it was back then"? A: When alums bemoan that Trevor can't be the same as it was in the 1980s and 90s, I respond by saying, "Thank goodness!" The one constant in life is, after all, change. A viable institution must be aware—and, to whatever extent possible, even anticipate— changes throughout the world and be flexible enough to address those issues, teach new skills, and continue to hold tightly to its mission and vision. Time and again, Trevor has done this successfully. One of the keys is to have a forward thinking and creative faculty that is excited about learning and continues to evolve. This has always been a Trevor hallmark. Q: What is one beloved memory from your years as a Day School student? A: On Fridays, our school day would end at 12:30 pm. I have the best memories of the students and faculty staying at school into the early evening playing basketball and floor hockey. It was amazing that the faculty and staff wanted to stay; the teachers literally had to kick us out of the school. n 1st Grade Dan Feigin with Bryce McDonald 8th-grade Day School photo, 1984 Peter and Dan Feigin at an alumni reunion in 2002 TREVOR DAY SCHOOL / 69 INSIDE TREVOR TREVOR TRANSLATES FEATURE AR TICLES ALUMNI

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