List of 30 members.

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  Gregor Makechnie 90

  Director of Athletics/Girls' Basketball

  603-735-6671

  Bio

  Originally from Andover, NH, Gregor studied English/Spanish at Brigham Young University before earning a Master of Arts in Liberal Studies at Dartmouth College. Gregor originally joined Proctor's English/World Language in 1997 before transitioning to the Admissions Office and eventually to the role of Director of Athletics in 2009. Gregor also teaches Social Entrepreneurship and coaches football and basketball. His hobbies and interests include: cooking and time with family. Gregor lives in East Andover, NH with his wife Amy and children: Cope, Nelson, Brynne, and Paige. 
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  Trish Austin 01

  Assistant Athletic Director/Athletic Equipment Manager

  603-735-6675

  Bio

  Trish Austin grew up in Danbury NH. She is proud to call herself a Proctor alum, graduating in the class of ‘01. Trish earned her Bachelor of Science Degree from Colby-Sawyer in ‘06, and is currently pursuing a Masters Degree in Athletic Administrations through the Van Loan School at Endicott College. Trish currently serves as the school’s Assistant Athletic Director, Varsity Field Hockey Coach, and Co-Dorm Parent in Sally-B dorm. Trish loves spending time outdoors, with her wife, Kate, and their two dogs, Birdie and Izzy.
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  Scott Allenby 

  Director of Communications and Marketing

  603-735-6715

  Bio

  Originally from Proctor, VT, Scott studied Business Administration and played varsity basketball at Gordon College before earning a MA in Education-Leadership at Michigan State University. Scott joined Proctor's Social Science Department in 2006 and now serves as the school's Director of Communications and Strategic Initiatives. Scott lives in Andover, and his hobbies and interests include coaching youth sports, spending time with his family (wife, Lindsey, children Camden, Micah, and Sadie), and his church community.
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  Kelly Griffin-Brown 

  Athletic Trainer/Wellness Faculty

  603-735-6677

  Bio

  After playing competitive softball around the country and earning various athletic awards and titles, Kelly continued to follow her sports passion into a career as an Athletic Trainer. She attended the State University of New York at Buffalo and graduated with high honors distinction, earning her masters degree in Exercise Science. She has worked with the Niagara Falls High School Football program as well as the Trinity Pawling Hockey and Lacrosse teams, before beginning her professional career here at Proctor Academy.
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  Christopher Jones 04

  Athletic Trainer/Dorm Parent/Ski Jumping

  603-735-6678

  Bio

  Chris returns to Proctor this year for his second season coaching the Hornets. Year one boasted a program with 5 skiers, 4 of which had never seen a ski jump before. All 5 are expected to return this year. In addition to coaching the Proctor team, Chris is also the program coach for the local Andover Outing Club, and the Head Coach for New England Ski Jumping and Nordic Combined. He's been tapped to assistant coach the Eastern Division team at Junior National Championships and the annual Springer Tournee in Park City, UT.
  
  

  Chris has a long history in the sport starting in 1994. He began as an athlete on the Proctor hills where he was coached by the legendary Tim Norris, now of the US Ski Jumping Hall of Fame. Chris continued to compete through his high school career at Proctor and beyond, getting a chance to ski in National Championships in 2005. This culminated his competitive career and he went on to attend the University of New Hampshire, graduating in 2009 with a degree in Athletic Training. Though he left competitive jumping behind in 2005, Chris still breaks out the long boards when time allows. To date he's ski jumped at least once every year since he began in 1994, 24 years in a row of ski jumping.
  
  

  In addition to Ski Jumping, Chris serves as an Athletic Trainer and as a Dorm Parent in Burbank West.
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  Rebecca Walsh 

  Assistant to Athletic Director

  603-735-6669

  Bio

  Becky joined Proctor's Athletic Department in 2004 as the Assistant to the Athletic Director. She lives in Rulon-Miller House with her husband, Mike, and sons, Reilly and Ronan.
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  Gabrielle Stone 

  Assistant Equipment Manager/Dorm Surrogate/Track

  603-735-6667

  Bio

  Originally from Exeter, NH, Gabrielle moved to Rhode Island to study Law and Marketing at Bryant University and is now living in Newbury, NH for the school year, while working towards completing her undergraduate degree. She grew up a multisport athlete with a passion for skiing and racing. Gabrielle is excited for her first seasons supporting the Proctor Track and Alpine Ski teams, as well as working in the Athletic Department as an assistant equipment manger.
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  Ross Young 

  World Language Department Chair/Strength & Conditioning

  603-735-6637

  Bio

   

  Originally from Ipswich, MA, Ross studied History/Spanish at Saint Michael's College before earning a MALS at Wesleyan.  Ross joined Proctor's World Language Department in 2002, is the Department Chair, and currently teaches Spanish while serving as a strength & conditioning coach.  His hobbies and interests include:  running and martial arts.  Ross lives in Andover, NH.
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  Craig Leaman 

  Eastern Ski Program/Dorm Surrogate/Strength & Conditioning

  603-735-6667

  Bio

  Originally from Waterville Valley, New Hampshire, Craig earned his B.S. at the University of Vermont in exercise physiology with a concentration in health and wellness. While enrolled, he was a member of the UVM NCAA Alpine Ski Team and was also a representative for the Student Athletic Council. After graduating from UVM, Craig worked at Waterville Valley Academy, where he spent four years coaching the men and women’s USSA/FIS Alpine ski team and was in charge of the strength and conditioning aspect for the USSA/FIS athletes. Craig joined Proctor Academy working with the athletic department as a strength and conditioning coach, and will be working with the Eastern Alpine Ski Team. His hobbies include: skiing, rock climbing, hiking, and fly-fishing.
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  Kathryn (Smith) Austin 01

  Arts Department/Field Hockey

  603-735-6607

  Bio

  Kate received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ceramics, Art Education Certificate, and a Minor in Psychology from Colby-Sawyer College. Kate joined Proctor’s Art Department in 2013 and currently teaches Photography and Ceramics. She holds a membership with the National Art Education Association, National Field Hockey Coaches Association, and US Lacrosse. Kate coaches field hockey and lacrosse, and lives in Ives House with her wife, Trish.
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  Benjamin Bartoldus 10

  Social Science Faculty/Boys' Basketball

  603-735-6634

  Bio

  Originally from Hillsborough, NH, Ben studied History at Brandeis University, while also participating on their Varsity Basketball team. Ben was a tri-year captain, 1,000 pt. scorer, and all-conference player over his four year career. After graduating in 2014, Ben followed his love for the game to New England College, where he was a lead assistant coach en route to two winning seasons. His efforts earned him an opportunity at Cardigan Mountain School, directing both the basketball and cross country programs to consecutive successful seasons. Ben works in our Social Science departmen, teaching both US and World History. His hobbies include skateboarding, surfing, and Rocket League with the legendary Ben Rulli (HC Football) and Proctor alums Hunter Fifield '09 & Connor Tedesco '14.
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  Lindsay Brown 01

  Mathematics Department Faculty/Softball

  603-735-6630

  Bio

  Originally from Milford, NH, Lindsay studied Mathematics and Latin at William Smith College before earning a MAT at Hobart and William Smith Colleges. Lindsay joined Proctor's Mathematics Department in 2009 and currently teaches Algebra I and Algebra 2, while coaching Varsity Girls' Basketball and Varsity Softball. Her hobbies and interests include: photography and outdoor activities. She is a dorm parent in Mac House with her partner, Melanie.
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  Hunter Churchill 01

  Senior Associate Director of Admission/Girls' Hockey

  603-735-6657

  Bio

  Originally from Durham NH, Hunter studied Geography and Architecture at the University of New Hampshire. Hunter joined Proctor’s admissions team in 2011, has coached various teams at Proctor, and has recently taken over as head coach of the girls' varsity hockey team. His hobbies and interests include: fly fishing, biking and photography.
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  Kyle Connolly 

  Social Science Department/Girls' Soccer

  603-735-6634

  Bio

  Kyle grew up in Quebec, Canada, and graduated from Nazareth College of Rochester with a B.A. in History and certification in teaching. He is currently pursuing a graduate degree at Dartmouth College. While at Nazareth, Kyle played goalkeeper for the men's soccer program. He then spent a couple of years teaching and coaching at St. Johnsbury Academy in Vermont. At Proctor, he teaches AP Human Geography and World History. Kyle's hobbies include hiking, playing soccer and basketball, and spending time with friends and family. He is the dorm parent in Carr House.
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  Sarah Daney 

  World Language Faculty/Cross Country

  603-735-6638

  Bio

  Originally from Boulder, Colorado, Sarah joined Proctor's World Language Department in 2013. She was a top junior Nordic ski racer, winning multiple national championship titles and later skied as an NCAA D-1 athlete at the University of Colorado.  Sarah earned a Bachelor of Art in  French from Grinnell College, before earning an MS in Curriculum and Instruction at Iowa State University. Sarah currently teaches French while coaching cross country running and Nordic skiing.
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  Andrew Donaldson 92

  Dean of Students/Cycling

  603-735-6646

  Bio

  Andrew has been living and working at Proctor since 2000. He is the Dean of Students and has taught in the Social Science and Learning Skills departments. When racing, Andrew was a USA-Cycling Category One. He graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder, and he is a four time Collegiate National Champion cyclist.
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  Dan Egan 

  Freeride Program Director

  603-735-6667

  Bio

  Dan is in his 7th season as Program Director of the competitive freeski and snowboard programs at Proctor. His vast ski industry background, combined with a true passion for coaching, has created an atmosphere of adventure, fun, and dedication to both programs. Egan is one of the pioneers of “Extreme Skiing.” He has been featured in twelve Warren Miller films, and is also co-author of “All Terrain Skiing” and “Courage to Persevere.” As the founder of Skiclinics.com, he is a long-time coach for both teens and adults. Dan resides in the White Mountains of New Hampshire, and runs his private camps and clinics throughout the world. Egan’s radio show on www.boston.com/egan, "Fresh Tracks" on Indie617, features cutting edge interviews with high profile action sports and Olympic athletes.
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  Ian Hamlet 

  Science Faculty/Boys' Soccer

  Bio

  
  Ian has played and coached soccer at the secondary school level for five years. Since coming to Proctor in 2002, he has been the Varsity Boys' Soccer Coach.
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  Brooke Haynes 

  Social Science Faculty/Assistant Dean of Students/Points Administrator/Boys' Tennis

  603-735-6634

  Bio

  Before coming to Proctor, Brooke received her Masters in Education from the University of Southern California, and her B.A. in Anthropology and History from Trinity College. She has played and coached varsity tennis at the private school level, and was a four year athlete in college - she is excited to apply her skills and develop Proctor's program. Brooke joined the Proctor community in 2017, teaching US History and African Studies for the Social Science department and lives in King House with her significant other, Matthew, and their two dogs, Indy and Baxter. When she is not coaching she enjoys hiking, cooking, and spending time at the ocean with family.
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  Jill Jones Grotnes 

  Arts Department/European Art Classroom Coordinator/Girls' Lacrosse

  603-735-6606

  Bio

  Jill, originally from Andover, NH, is a teacher in the Visual Arts here at Proctor. A graduate of New England College, Jill majored in Studio Art and Art History, as well as minoring in Coaching. Jill was a member of three varsity programs while at NEC: Field Hockey, Basketball, and Lacrosse. She was also one of the founding members of the Women's Ice Hockey team. Jill has worked at other boarding schools and colleges, coaching and teaching in a variety of ways. She lives on campus in Carriage House with her husband Chris, and their children, Ollie and Ada.
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  Corbett Leith 92

  Arts Department/Kayak Racing

  603-735-6608

  Bio

  Corbett Leith has instructed all levels of kayaking for over 25 years. The sport of kayaking has taken him all over the world competing and running rivers. Corbett raced whitewater slalom kayak for the United States Canoe and Kayak Team, 1993-1998. He actively trained for and pursued the 1996 U.S. Olympic Team for Slalom Kayak.

   

  Corbett is an artist and a Fine Arts faculty member for Proctor Academy’s Art’s Department. He is a dorm surrogate at Carr House, and lives in Andover, NH with Molly, his wife, and three daughters.
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  Melanie Maness 

  English and Social Science Faculty/Girls' Tennis

  603-735-6628

  Bio

  Melanie Maness appreciates the global appeal of athletics. Raised in Europe as an Army dependent, Melanie bonded with her Dutch and German neighbors on the soccer field, basketball court, and tennis clay. This summer, Melanie attended the women's World Cup tournament in Germany. From her travels, she brings back to Proctor fresh perspective and international experience. 
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  Wells Morison 

  Science Department Chair/Nordic Skiing

  603-735-6631

  Bio

  I joined Proctor in 2009, after more than 25 years of coaching skiing, cross-country running, and other sports while teaching at other schools. At Proctor I love bringing newcomers into sport and helping them discover the joy of skiing and a passion for improvement. My hope is always that skiers make cross country skiing their main sport, and pursue it to the most challenging levels they can. I believe it is important for skiers to be exposed to the larger world of skiing and to stretch themselves, so I encourage them to join us at Junior National Qualifiers, the Canadian Ski Marathon, and the Birkebeinerrennet Marathon in Norway.
  
  

  I have been fortunate enough over the years to coach several New England Championship teams, and a number of athletes who have garnered spots on junior national, national, and olympic teams.
  
  

  I continue to actively train year-round, and compete in any ski marathons I can fit in to the coaching season!
  
  

  I have two daughters (both who went to Proctor and skied Nordic!), teach in the science department, and live on campus.
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  Jason S. Nelson 

  USSA/FIS Skiing Interim Program Director

  603-735-6667

  Bio

  Jason (aka "Moot") is originally from Missoula, Montana where he raced competitively on the FIS circuit and got a taste for downhill racing. He graduated from Montana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Management. While at MSU, Jason raced for the Bobcats from 1998-2002. He was the captain for two years and won the Western Region Championship in 2000. Following college, Jason coached FIS/USSA athletes at the Big Sky Ski Education Foundation for four seasons. After moving East, he coached U16s at Mount Sunapee for one season and has been coaching FIS and USSA athletes at Proctor Academy since 2008. He is currently the U16 head coach and believes that "it is the process of achieving the goal that makes the athlete, not the goal itself." His hobbies include skiing, mountain biking, hiking, fly-fishing, hunting, and adventures and catching creatures with his kids.
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  Joshua Norris 92

  Mathematics and Science Departments/Mountain Biking

  603-735-6630

  Bio

  Originally from Andover, NH, Josh studied Mechanical Engineering at the University of New Hampshire. Josh joined Proctor's Mathematics/Science Departments in 2003, and currently teaches Calculus, Engineering and Physics while coaching Mountain Biking, Robotics, and Varsity Skiing. He is an original signer of the Magna Carta and summited Everest just three weeks prior to Sir Edmund Hillary. His hobbies and interests include: mountain biking, skiing, and pole vaulting. Josh lives in Sally B Dorm with his wife, Sue, and two sons, Elliott and Isaac.
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  Benjamin Rulli 

  Stewardship Director/Associate Director of Communication/Football

  603-735-6711

  Bio

  Coach Ben Rulli serves as the Head Football Coach and Assistant Boys' Varsity Lacrosse coach at Proctor Academy.
  
  

  From 2007-2014, Coach Rulli was a part of the football coaching staff at Proctor Academy and was the head coach for five of those years. In 2014 he was hired at his alma mater, Carroll High School, in Dayton, Ohio to lead the football program. As a football coach, Coach Rulli has had over 50 former players play at the Division 1, 2, and 3 levels, and one drafted professionally. Coach Rulli has had numerous All New England, All Ohio, All Greater Catholic League, and All Evergreen League selections. He has had four players recognized as Conference Player of the Year, and two as Lineman of the Year. In 2013, Coach Rulli represented New Hampshire at the N.F.L./U.S.A. Football Summit in Canton, Ohio. During his first stint at Proctor Academy, Coach Rulli was a part of two undefeated teams that earned berths in the Rick Del Prete Bowl and Norm Walker Bowl, respectively.
  
  

  During his tenure at Carroll High School, Coach Rulli also founded their men’s lacrosse program. In just four seasons, he established a lacrosse program from infancy to over 40 boys playing lacrosse, and coached a U.S. Lacrosse All American and Academic All American, 14 All Region selections, 2 All-Ohio selections, and in 2018 he was named Ohio Division 2, Region 7 Coach of the Year.
  
  

  In Coach Rulli’s career he has taught History and English, served as a dorm parent, was a Dean of Students, and is currently the Director of Stewardship and Assistant Director of Communications/Marketing at Proctor Academy. He attended and graduated from John Carroll University in Cleveland, Ohio, where he was an offensive lineman all four years of college. Coach Rulli capped his college career as an All Ohio Athletic Conference selection at center.
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  Geoffrey Sahs 

  Social Science Department Chair/Crew

  Bio

  Geoff learned to row at Brooks School in Massachusetts, where he rowed on the first varsity boat for three years. In the summer of 1994, he was the stroke of the junior national team 8, which placed seventh in the World Junior Rowing Championships in Munich, Germany. He was recruited by the legendary Harry Parker to row for the Harvard men’s heavyweight crew. Geoff’s college rowing career concluded in 1998, when his varsity boat won the Ladies’ Challenge Plate at the Henley Royal Regatta in England.

  
  In the years since then, Geoff has coached both boys and girls of all levels, from novices at Community Rowing in Boston to varsity athletes competing at the New England IRA Championships. He has also coached soccer, cross-country, golf, and squash in various places, but is thrilled to get back on the water this fall as part of the Proctor crew team.
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  Raymond Summers 

  Associate Director of Admissions/Boys' Lacrosse

  603-735-6659

  Bio

  Coach Summers takes the reigns of the boys’ varsity lacrosse team after having founded 4 Leaf Lacrosse New England, a not-for-profit lacrosse club that next summer will have over 700 families within its culture and membership. His coaching experience includes two years coaching at St. Paul’s School and 12 years at Southern New Hampshire University, a D2 School playing in the Northeast 10 conference.  After military service, he got his playing experience after walking on as a defenseman for New Hampshire College, a Division 2 Northeast 10 Conference member.
  
  Coach Summers has extensive leadership experience through his service with the US Army in 1st Ranger Bn. and other units.  He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys reading and learning about ancient civilizations and understanding the rise and fall of society.  This combination of leadership and outdoor passions drove him to co-found Sua Sponte Leadership Camp, now in its third summer.
  
  Coach Summers is joined at Proctor by his family: wife, Adrienne, sons Cole and Hugh, and daughter Delaney. The Summers family is excited to be a part of the Proctor lacrosse tradition, and ensure that the culture and mantra of Proctor Academy is honored by setting an example for others to follow.
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  Mark Tremblay 

  English Department/Baseball

  603-735-6228

  Bio

  
  Baseball is a sport that has withstood the test of time. It remains America’s pastime because it is not only a game of speed, stamina, coordination, and strength, but also one of intellect, intuition, and mental toughness. Walt Whitman saw baseball’s virtues even in its stages of infancy when he said, “It's our game - the American game. It will take our people out-of-doors, fill them with oxygen, give them a larger physical stoicism. Tend to relieve us from being a nervous, dyspeptic set. Repair these losses, and be a blessing to us.”
  
  Baseball has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. Over the past 25 years I have competed on many different levels and have been a part of many championship teams. I carry the love of the game I had as a player with me today, as coach, and aspire to pass it on to those I teach. In addition to coaching baseball, I’m also the JV basketball coach, I teach English, and run Burbank East dormitory with my wife.
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  Michael Walsh 

  Arts Department/Boys' Hockey & Golf

  603-735-6680

  Bio

  Mike Walsh is currently the head coach at Proctor Academy in Andover, NH. Coach Walsh is in his 23rd year as a coach in the prep school circuit. He spent his first eight years at Tilton School, and left as the only coach ever to win three consecutive New England titles. In his first at Proctor, he transformed a team that was under .500 at Christmas into his fourth, and Proctor's first, New England title. Recently, Proctor's boys varsity team has made three consecutive NEPSAC tournament appearances and recent alumni are enjoying productive college careers.