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The Pilalas Center for Math and Science Dedicated
On a chilly morning that will be remembered as one of the most historic moments in New Hampton School's history, The Pilalas Center for Math and Science was dedicated Friday. With Jason’58 and Rena Pilalas—who gave the lead gift of $5 million—in attendance with their son Troy and daughter Debbie, the school honored their longtime friends with a dedication ceremony in front of the $9-million-dollar building that opened its doors to students in September.
Head of School Andrew Menke, Board of Trustees Chairman Peter Galletly, former Headmaster T. Holmes Moore, Science faculty Rebekka Joslin, and Troy Pilalas all offered remarks in the program that also included a keynote speech from Dr. Ross Virginia, the Myers Famly Professor of Environmental Studies at Dartmouth College.
Jason Pilalas, who served in the Navy after New Hampton and went on to USC and then Harvard Business School, was described by Mr. Moore as a four-year student at NHS who never reached his academic potential. Nevertheless, New Hampton provided a necessary family environment and the foundation for later success.
Jason urged students to "wear out" the new building and take advantage of the opportunities it will afford. He also touched on the motivation behind his family's generosity to New Hampton School.
"It's a great feeling to help out the things you love," he said.
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Jason Pilalas, who served in the Navy after New Hampton and went on to USC and then Harvard Business School, was described by Mr. Moore as a four-year student at NHS who never reached his academic potential. Nevertheless, New Hampton provided a necessary family environment and the foundation for later success.
Jason urged students to "wear out" the new building and take advantage of the opportunities it will afford. He also touched on the motivation behind his family's generosity to New Hampton School.
"It's a great feeling to help out the things you love," he said.
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